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Debbie Battista, PPRP
   
Recreation Services Division Director
   Chain O' Lakes Complex
   


Cynthia Marks
  
Recreation Supervisor I

   Chain O' Lakes Complex
     
   
 

 
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Chain of Lakes
  Instructional Programs
 
 
 


 

 
  Fitness Programs:
 
 

Yoga

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday and Thursday, 6-7:30 p.m.,
also the first and third Saturday, 9-10:30 a.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $4 per class, or $40 for a 12-class pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $5 per class, or $50 for a 12-class pass.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Enjoy the relaxing effects of yoga.  You will learn to stretch and tone your muscles, as well as your mind. Classes will be held in the Mat Room.

 

Tai Chi Club

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, 6:30-8 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $4 per class, or $40 for a 12-class pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $5 per class, or $50 for a 12-class pass.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Improve your flexibility, reduce stress, improve posture and endurance. Classes held in Game Room.

Easy Tai Chi

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $4 per class, or $40 for a 12-class pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $5 per class, or $50 for a 12-class pass.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

 

Fencing

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday, 7–9 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $6 per class, or $25 for a six-class pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $7 per class, or $35 for a six-class pass.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

The beginning student will be given an introduction to the sport using the foil, epee and saber. Basic equipment is supplied. Classes will be held in the Game Room.

 

 

Beginning Judo (eight week session)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, 6:00-7:15 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $35 per session
Non-Resident Fee: $45 per session
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class. First class is free.

Learn basic leverage, position and techniques of judo. Classes will be held in the Mat Room.

Advanced Judo (eight week session)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, 7:15-8:00 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $35 per session
Non-Resident Fee: $45 per session
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class. First class is free.

 

 
 

Tae Kwon Do (six week session)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Wednesday, 7-8 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $35 per session
Non-Resident Fee: $45 per session
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Build self confidence and self esteem!  Children under the age of seven must be accompanied by an adult.  First class is free.  Uniforms are optional. Classes will be held in the Mat Room.

 
 

Boxing Fitness (six week session)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9-10 a.m.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 6-7 p.m.
Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $5 per class, or $25 for a six-class pass/$80 for a 20-class pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $6 per class, or $30 for a six-class pass/$90 for a 20-class pass.

Children: $2 per class for City residents; $3 for non-residents; six-class pass $10 for residents; $15 for non-residents.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Class offers a challenging workout designed for any fitness level.  Workout begins with stretching, works up to a boxer's cardio workout and ends with a cool-down stretch.

Classes are held in the Game Room.

Boxing In Motion For Children

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Saturday, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Age: Children
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: Free for children
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Game Room.

Salsa-cise (Latin exercise)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Saturday, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Contact: Cynthia Marks
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Game Room.

For further information on classes, contact Cynthia Marks at 291-5656.

  

 
  Dance Programs:
 
 
  Level I Belly Dance

Session Dates: Ongoing

Days and Times: Monday, 6-7:00 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $35 for a session pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $12 per class, or $45 for a session pass.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Learn step combinations, body and hand movements and breathing techniques.   Everyone is welcome.  Wear comfortable clothing that you can move freely in. Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

 

 
 

Level II Belly Dance

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, 7-8:00 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $35 for a session pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $12 per class, or $45 for a session pass.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

This class is for intermediate level students.  Emphasis is on body posture, stage presence and breathing techniques.  Props will be used and can be purchased through the instructor. Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Level III Belly Dance

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, 8-9:00 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $35 for a session pass.
Non-Resident Fee: $12 per class, or $45 for a session pass.
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

This class is for advanced level students.  Emphasis is on body posture, stage presence and breathing techniques.  Props will be used and can be purchased through the instructor. Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

 

 
  Jazz (six week session)

Starting Date: February 22

Days and Times: Thursday, 6-6:30 p.m. for ages 3-5; and 6:30-7:15 p.m. for ages 6 years and up
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $40 per session
Non-Resident Fee: $50 per session
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Children will need to wear a leotard with tights along with ballet shoes. Jazz pants optional.

Pre-School Ballroom

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Thursday, 4-4:30 p.m.
Ages: 3-5 years
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Children's Ballroom

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Thursday, 4:30-5 p.m.
Ages: 6-10 years
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Teen Ballroom

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Thursday, 5-5:45 p.m.
Ages: 11 yrs and up
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

 

 
 

Ballroom Dancing (six week session)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $25 Single, $40 Couple per session
Non-Resident fee: $35 Single, $50 Couple per session
Registration: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Learn dances such as the Foxtrot, Waltz, Rumba, Tango and Swing. Classes will be held in the Game Room.

Beginning/Intermediate Ballroom Dancing

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Friday, 7-8 p.m.
Ages: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12- class pass
Non-Resident fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Game Room.

Advanced Ballroom Dancing

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Thursday, 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

 

 
 

Latin Dance Class - All levels

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Wednesday 7-8 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Learn steps, turns, patterns and Latin style dance.  Guaranteed to spice up the dance floor! This class will be held in the Ballet Room.

Line Dance Class - All levels

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $4 per class
Non-Resident Fee: $5 per class
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Game Room.

Hip-Hop/Jazz for Children (six week session)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday, 6-6:30 p.m. (Ages 3 - 5 yrs)

Tuesdays 6:30-7:15 p.m. (Ages 6 yrs and up)
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $40 per session
Non-Resident Fee: $50 per session
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Beginning Hip-Hop Dance

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Intermediate Hip-Hop Dance

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Advanced Hip-Hop Dance

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

One-on-One Dance Lessons

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Tuesday, 8:30-9:30 p.m.; Wednesday, 3-4 p.m., 5-6 p.m, 8-9 p.m.; Thursday, 6 - 7 p.m. (Game Rm)
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $65 per hour, or $35 per half-hour
Non-Resident Fee: $75 per hour, or $45 per half-hour
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Dancercise - All levels

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Wednesday, 6-7 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Swing - All levels

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Thursday, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 for a four-class pass/$90 for a 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 for a four-class pass/$100 for a 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.


Country Western Dance Club

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Thursday, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $5 per class
Non-Resident Fee: $6 per class
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Game Room.

Beginning Salsa

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Friday, 6-7 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 per four-class pass/$90 per 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 per four-class pass/$100 per 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Intermediate Salsa

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Friday, 7-8 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 per four-class pass/$90 per 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 per four-class pass/$100 per 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

Advanced Salsa

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Friday, 8-9 p.m.
Age: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $10 per class, or $32 per four-class pass/$90 per 12-class pass
Non-Resident Fee: $11 per class, or $36 per four-class pass/$100 per 12-class pass
Registration Info: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.


Friday Night Dance (mixture of Latin, Ballroom, & Swing)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Friday, 8-10 p.m.
Ages: All
Information: (863) 291-5656
Resident Fee: $7
Non-Resident fee: $8
Registration: 15 minutes prior to start of class.

Dancing will be held in the Game Room.

 

 
  Music Programs:
 
 
 

Beginning Guitar for Home Schooled Children (eight week session)

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday, 2:30-3:30 p.m.; Friday, 3:30-4:30 p.m.                       

Age: 6-12 years old
Information: (863) 291-5656
Instructor: Jay Nerove
Resident Fee: $75 per eight weeks.
Non-Resident Fee: $85 per eight weeks.
Registration Info: Contact instructor for schedule.

Learn how to play guitar, read music, play ensemble and solo and explore music styles.  Contact the instructor if you have any questions regarding the class or purchasing a guitar. This will be a group setting. Classes will be held in the Ballet Room.

 

 
 

Guitar Lessons

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Monday through Thursday, 2-9 p.m.; Friday, 2-7 p.m.
Age: 10 years old and up
Information: (863) 291-5656
Instructor: Jay Nerove
Resident Fee: $95 per four weeks; $135 per six weeks; $175 per eight weeks.
Non-Resident Fee: $105 per four weeks; $145 per six weeks; $185 per eight weeks.
Registration Info: Contact instructor for schedule.

Learn to play country, folk, rock, blues, and classical using bass, electric or acoustic guitar.  Friday Jam session is included in the cost of class. Classes will be held in the Music Room.

Guitar Jam Session

Session Dates: Ongoing
Days and Times: Friday, 7-9 p.m.

Free for all Guitar students. Jam Session will be held in the Mat Room.

 
     

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