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15-Minute Yoga with Friends
with Nita Wilkinson
Course Description: Studies show a short daily yoga practice with friends is beneficial to your mind and body (Ok well, that was my study with me being the subject and I feel much better when I do this!). This is a quick session to get your day started. We will sign on to Zoom and have a short chat over coffee and then do a 15-min (approx.) yoga session. Yoga flow via YouTube instructors.
Class Leader Bio(s): Nita Wilkinson is not a yoga instructor. However, she started doing this with friends every weekday in 2021 and find it so wonderful to getting the day started, that they continue still. We use YouTube videos from great yoga instructors. Nicole retired from the USAF in 2011 and now has two awesome 12-year-old sons named Bodie & Ryker.
Golf 101
with Floyd Clarkson
Course Description: This course will cover all aspects of golf for the novice, to include etiquette, terminology, grip, what club to use, etc. The class meets at the Shalimar Point Golf Course, a $5.00 per person per session fee to cover cost of all needed supplies (clubs, balls, tees, etc.) will be collected.
Class Leader Bio(s): Floyd Clarkson has been a golf club professional for 20 years and has taught golf professionally for 30 years.
Dog Training - Basic Manners
with Nancy Brown
Course Description: This class will teach basic manners including; sit, down, stay/wait, touch, leave it and recall.The first class will be held at UWF Classroom without dogs.
Notes: This class is geared for dog friendly dogs needing work on their basic manners. Sit, Down, Stay/Wait, touch, leave it and loose leash walking. The first class is mandatory and will be without your dog. You must bring your shot records. We will discuss canine body language, how dogs learn and equipment. Dogs must be at least 6 months old and up to date on shots.Destin CommonsSalty Paws Pet Boutique, Unit J1064100 Legendary DriveDestin, Florida 32541
Class Leader Bio(s): Nancy Bown is a cpdt-ka positive reinforcement trainer, no shock, prong or choke collars will be used in class. She has taught dog training for over 15 years. She has been an evaluator for Intermountain Therapy Animals for 10 years as well as an evaluator for AKC Canine good citizen. She is the founder of Dog-Harmony, which manages therapy teams for at risk youth and local hospitals.
Pickleball - Beginners (Outdoors)
with Carol Achtien
Course Description: This class is designed for beginning students of the game of pickleball or those who need a brush up on the basics of the game. During class, we will teach the rules of the game, scoring, serving and game play. The class will consist of 30 minutes of drills and 30 minutes of instructed play.
Notes: Please bring your paddle. If you don’t have one, we have a few that can be borrowed. Gym shoes are required, preferably court shoes. Mooney Park Pickleball Courts, 824 Country Club Ave. NE, Fort Walton Beach.
Class Leader Bio(s): Carol Achtien has been playing pickleball for many years and loves sharing and playing the sport with others.Mike Weinberg has been playing pickleball for some time and also loves sharing and playing the sport with others as well.
Pickleball – Intermediate (Outdoors)
with Mike Weinberg
Course Description: This class is designed for the pickleball player who has a basic understanding of the rules of the game, knows how to score and can serve and return the ball consistently. The class will be run with 30 minutes of drills and 30 minutes of instructed game play.
Notes: Please bring your paddle. If you don’t have one, we have a few that can be borrowed. Gym shoes are required, preferably court shoes. Mooney Park Pickleball Courts, 824 Country Club Ave NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL.
Class Leader Bio(s): Mike Weinberg has been playing pickleball for some time and loves sharing and playing the sport with others. Carol Achtien has been playing pickleball for many years and loves sharing and playing the sport with others as well.
Pickleball Social Open Play (Outdoors)
with Carol Achtien
Course Description: An hour on 3 courts have been reserved for open, social play for all levels of pickleball players to play and improve their skills in a fun, everybody plays atmosphere. Class is open to all registered in other CLL PB classes as well as those who just want to come out and play.
Notes: Please bring your paddle. If you don’t have one, we have a few that can be borrowed. Gym shoes are required, preferably court shoes. Mooney Park Pickleball Courts, 824 Country Club Ave. NE Fort Walton Beach, FL.
Class Leader Bio(s): Carol and Mike have been playing pickleball for some time and love sharing and playing the game with others.
Ballet for Balance
with Jackie Youngblood
Course Description: This is a class for active adults who want to improve their balance while learning the basics of ballet. No tutus or leotards required! No previous ballet experience necessary.
Notes: Please dress in stretchy, comfortable clothing. You may wear ballet shoes or soft slippers.
Class Leader Bio(s): Jackie Youngblood grew up dancing and opened her own dance studio in Georgia while in college. She taught ballet, tap, jazz, acrobatics, aerobics, and disco for ages 3 through adult.
Tai Chi at Mathis Martial Arts
with Kevin Mathis
Course Description: Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that's now used for stress reduction and a variety of other health conditions. Often described as meditation in motion, tai chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements.
Class Leader Bio(s): Kevin Mathis and his whole family have been teaching Martial Arts in Fort Walton Beach for over 35 years. Kevin is a 9th degree black belt and has traveled & taught all over the world.