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1. Fitness for Active, Older Adults Session 1

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 2/27/2023 to 4/10/2023

If you haven't exercised in a while or would like a gentle exercise class to get in shape. This class is designed with easy to follow moves with or without a chair. Emphasis is on increasing flexibility, strength, range of motion, overall body conditioning and balance. The format of the class includes a warmup with breathing exercises, main theme of the day with final stretch with balance exercises and guided relaxation. Come join the fun and get moving. 6 classes.

2. Zumba with Tess! Session 1

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/1/2023 to 4/19/2023

You do not need to be a dancer or an aerobic fanatic to love Zumba. Anyone can do it! This Latin inspired dance-fitness program blends red-hot international music and contagious steps to form a fitness party that is downright addictive. Join the party! 6 classes

3. Fundamentals of Financial Planning

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/1/2023 to 3/8/2023

This class will cover the basic types of investment vehicles: stocks, bonds, CDs, mutual funds, REITs, and annuities. Also included will be types of investment registrations: individual, joint, different classifications of IRAs, and tax advantaged investment vehicles. Concepts such as diversification, dollar cost averaging, and other investment strategies will be discussed. 2 classes.

4. Chair Yoga Session 1

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/2/2023 to 4/20/2023

Have you wanted to try yoga, but getting up and down from the floor seems daunting? Many others have that same feeling, and this class is for you! We will work on strength, flexibility, and balance using a chair for support. No need to avoid yoga anymore! Wear comfortable clothing. 6 classes.

5. 5 Hour Pre-Licensing Course - March 4

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/4/2023

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THIS HAS BEEN CHANGED TO A VIRTUAL FORMAT. STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE A CLASS LINK VIA THEIR EMAIL ADDRESS. Mandatory for all new student drivers! This class is offered once a month for our high school students and is required for all new permit holders who hope to become licensed drivers. Class content includes defensive driving, traffic safety, rules of the road, and alcohol awareness. Choose the best date and pre-register with Adult Education. Also, this class takes a quick break for lunch, so we encourage the students to bring a lunch. DMV-approved course! Each session is 1 class.

6. Basic Yoga Session 1

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/6/2023 to 4/17/2023

We will explore yoga postures (asana), breathing exercises (pranayama), and relaxation techniques in a class designed for beginners and intermediates. Standing poses and floor postures will add strength and flexibility while increasing your endurance. Hannah will emphasize proper technique to reduce chance of injury. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Each session is 6 classes.

7. Digital Photography

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/6/2023 to 3/20/2023

Digital cameras have revolutionized photography. Whether you have upgraded to a SLR or want to maximize the quality of your current camera, this course will help you to advance your technical photographic skills. This digital photography course is designed to give you a comprehensive overview of digital camera designs and capabilities, and the series of easy steps necessary to take great photographs. 3 classes.

8. Social Security Retirement Benefits

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/6/2023

We will answer questions regarding Social Security Retirement Benefits. Topics will include: the types of benefits you are eligible to receive, at what age to begin collecting, and retirement, spousal and survivor benefits. Filing for benefits, and retirement planning strategies will also be discussed. 1 class.

9. CPR - Adult & Child - March 16

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/16/2023

This course trains the lay responders to overcome any reluctance to act in emergency situations and to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies in adults and children. Provides the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life and to minimize pain and the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives. Participants who successfully complete this course will earn a CPR certification card. 1 class.

10. T'ai Chi Chih®

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/21/2023 to 5/23/2023

T'ai Chi Chih is a moving meditation with 19 gentle movements and one pose, originated by Justin Stone in 1974. The movements are easy to learn and have been shown to promote balance, flexibility, stamina and inner calm. Anyone, any age, can practice T'ai Chi Chih. 8 classes.

11. POUND! Session 1

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/21/2023 to 5/2/2023

POUND is a full body drumming workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates inspired moves. Using slightly weighted drumsticks, POUND keeps you in constant motion, engages your core, and not only targets large muscle groups but works muscles you may not necessarily use every day! While burning up to 900 calories an hour, you get to rock out to your favorite music! So bring a yoga mat and release your inner rockstar! 6 classes.

12. First Aid - March 30

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 3/30/2023

This course will teach lay responders the knowledge and skills necessary to give care in an emergency, help sustain life, and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness until medical help arrives. 1 class.

13. Medicare Educational Seminar

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/13/2023

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Turning 65? New to Medicare? Already have Medicare and confused with all the choices available? Attend this seminar to learn how to navigate the Medicare waters. Learn how and when to enroll and when changes can be made. Learn about how Medicare Part A, Part B and Part D work alone or with Medicare Supplemental Insurance or Medicare Advantage Plans. The NYS EPIC prescription drug program will also be discussed. No products will be sold or offered for sale. This is strictly an educational event. For accommodation of persons with special needs at this meeting, contact the Adult Education office. 1 class.

14. Fitness for Active, Older Adults Session 2

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/17/2023 to 5/22/2023

If you haven't exercised in a while or would like a gentle exercise class to get in shape. This class is designed with easy to follow moves with or without a chair. Emphasis is on increasing flexibility, strength, range of motion, overall body conditioning and balance. The format of the class includes a warmup with breathing exercises, main theme of the day with final stretch with balance exercises and guided relaxation. Come join the fun and get moving. 6 classes.

15. Zumba with Tess! Session 2

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/19/2023 to 5/31/2023

You do not need to be a dancer or an aerobic fanatic to love Zumba. Anyone can do it! This Latin inspired dance-fitness program blends red-hot international music and contagious steps to form a fitness party that is downright addictive. Join the party! 6 classes

16. Mat and Vertical Pilates with Weights

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/19/2023 to 5/24/2023

It is with an emphasis on core strength as an effective way for the whole body to stand, to sit, to move and to improve flexibility and functional fitness: as well as foster a mind-body connection with movement that matters. For more of a challenge, bring your own 3 or 5 pound hand weights. It is exercise with a purpose for all ages and all fitness levels to actively age strong in mind, body and spirit. 6 classes.

17. Americas Boating Course

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/19/2023 to 5/17/2023

This course, for ages 10 and up, is for interested individuals who operate, crew, or sail a power, wind or manually propelled watercraft. Each class is designed to familiarize the student with the fundamentals of safe boating. Subjects include boat handling; required and recommended equipment; and federal, state and local boating regulations and navigation rules. Successful completion of the course as evidenced by a passing grade on the exam satisfies the NYS requirements for a boating safety certificate for anyone over the age of 14 to operate a personal watercraft, and for anyone over 10 years old and born after January 1, 1988 to operate any mechanically propelled boat. By 2025 all operators of mechanically propelled boats will be required to have a boating safety certificate. Family members wishing to share a manual may do so. 5 classes: four 2-hour classes plus exam in fifth class.

18. Yoga *WG STAFF ONLY* Thursdays Session 4

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/20/2023 to 5/25/2023

This class is for West Genny staff only. Dee Moore (HS Math Teacher and trained yoga teacher) will lead us in yoga. Come out and experience this relaxing and mindful class.

19. CPR - Adult & Child - April 20

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/20/2023

This course trains the lay responders to overcome any reluctance to act in emergency situations and to recognize and care for life-threatening respiratory or cardiac emergencies in adults and children. Provides the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life and to minimize pain and the consequences of injury or sudden illness until professional medical help arrives. Participants who successfully complete this course will earn a CPR certification card. 1 class.

20. Basic Yoga Session 2

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/24/2023 to 6/5/2023

We will explore yoga postures (asana), breathing exercises (pranayama), and relaxation techniques in a class designed for beginners and intermediates. Standing poses and floor postures will add strength and flexibility while increasing your endurance. Hannah will emphasize proper technique to reduce chance of injury. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Each session is 6 classes.

21. Yoga *WG STAFF ONLY* Tuesdays Session 4

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/25/2023 to 5/30/2023

This class is for West Genny staff only. Dee Moore (HS Math Teacher and trained yoga teacher) will lead us in yoga. Come out and experience this relaxing and mindful class.

22. Chair Yoga Session 2

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/27/2023 to 6/8/2023

Have you wanted to try yoga, but getting up and down from the floor seems daunting? Many others have that same feeling, and this class is for you! We will work on strength, flexibility, and balance using a chair for support. No need to avoid yoga anymore! Wear comfortable clothing. 6 classes.

23. Swing Dancing

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 4/27/2023 to 5/25/2023

It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that Swing! Get in the groove on the dance floor with the exciting East Coast Swing. Learn many basic and some intermediate steps in both single and triple rhythms as well as partnering skills. 4 classes.

24. POUND! Session 2

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 5/9/2023 to 6/13/2023

POUND is a full body drumming workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates inspired moves. Using slightly weighted drumsticks, POUND keeps you in constant motion, engages your core, and not only targets large muscle groups but works muscles you may not necessarily use every day! While burning up to 900 calories an hour, you get to rock out to your favorite music! So bring a yoga mat and release your inner rockstar! 6 classes.

25. 5 Hour Pre-Licensing Virtual Course - May 13

Program: West Genesee Adult Ed

Dates: 5/13/2023

Mandatory for all new student drivers! This class is offered once a month for our high school students and is required for all new permit holders who hope to become licensed drivers. Class content includes defensive driving, traffic safety, rules of the road, and alcohol awareness. Choose the best date and pre-register with Adult Education. Also, this class takes a quick break for lunch, so we encourage the students to bring a lunch. DMV-approved course! Each session is 1 class.