The Works Classes

The following classes are offered at a discount with a series card:

Cardio Dance: This class is a long time favorite of Works members for good reason. Easy to follow steps, good music, options to sweat a lot or a little, and plenty of room to move make this a popular way to have fun during your workout. Athletic shoes suggested. Tue 9:00 - 10:00am

Pilates Mat: Mat-based workout which may use exertubes, bands, therabands and balls. Appropriate for multi-levels, A coöp member favorite! Mon 9:00 - 10:00am, Tue/Thu 8:00 - 9:00am

Works/Powerworks: Total Body Challenge: This class focuses on cardiovascular exercise and strength training. Taught to music, low impact/mid impact steps are used along with a platform. Free weights, tubes, balls, rollers and bands are incorporated during the strength training portion of this class. Intermediate-advanced level, all ages welcome. Sun 9:30 - 11:00am, Thu 9:00 - 10:00am

Yoga + Balance: This class is designed to help you prevent falls, gain coordination, stamina and keep your brain pulsing. Using discs, blocks and balls, you'll practice eye hand coordination, left/right side balancing and other exercises that build neural pathways and strong physical stability. Yoga postures for all levels add just the right intensity for the beginner, the advanced or the rehabilitating student. Perfect for mature exercisers or those who are bored with the predictability of their regular Yoga class. This will wake up your brain and body. Wear bare feet and layered clothing. Wed 9:00 - 10:00am

Other Classes

The following classes require separate charges payable to the instructor. Series cards do not apply:

Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines fight, dance, music and acrobatic movements. Classes are 90 minutes of intense aerobic exercise involving the endless movements of the Martial Art. Capoeira is a group activity but the development of the techniques are individual, so each student will progress at their own rate.

A beginner student will learn the basic movements of Capoeira: attack, defense and how to move comfortably in the Capoeira game. As the student progresses they will learn combinations of sequences as well start to build their acrobatics skills. The involvement of music is crucial to the art of Capoeira. While the student learns how to maneuver around the roda (circle) they will also learn the rhythms and songs that drive the game.

For more information about classes please contact: Jadson at jadson.cacador@gmail.com or 510-926-1498. Mon 6:00 - 7:30pm, Thu 6:00 - 7:30pm

Dholrhythms Bhangra with Vicki Virk: Bhangra is one of the happiest and most exuberant form of movements that originated in the Punjab region of North India. Traditionally performed at harvest season in the villages of Punjab, Bhangra is now known as a folk dance that is done all over India during family celebrations and festive occasions. If you have ever gone to an Indian wedding and witnessed people bouncing joyfully in circles, shrugging their shoulders, and laughing endlessly, you have experienced Bhangra. In Bollywood movies, its often shared during scenes reflecting such colorful family celebrations. The best part about Bhangra is the overwhelming joy you experience when you are dancing. Its free spirited, down to earth, infectious and probably one of the best work outs for your body. The main instrument in Bhangra is a large barrel size drum called the dhol which is the base of all Bhangra music and dance. Its beat is so contagious and moves even the most dedicated of wall flowers onto the floor.

Class is taught by Vicki Virk who is the co-founder of Dholrhythms Dance Company and Non Stop Bhangra, a legendary monthly event in San Francisco. This class will teach beautiful and easy to learn choreography that is made up of basic Bhangra movements. It is open to all levels and drop-ins are welcome every week.

CLASS RATES: Drop-ins/Individual Class: $13; 5 classes/$50 (expires 3 months from date of purchase); 8 classes/$80 (expires 4 months from date of purchase). You pay for the classes when you attend and can sign up for the series with the instructor in class. Cash or checks accepted.

WHAT TO WEAR: Wear any comfortable workout or dance type clothing. You can do it barefeet but light runners or dance shoes are recommended for better support.

CLASS VIDEO: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=piY5tBTbvW4

MORE INFO: For more info on Vicki Virk or Dholrhythms, visit; www.dholrhythms.com. Any other questions, please email Vicki at info@dholrhythms.com or call 415-694-9080. Thu 7:30 - 8:30pm

Fit Body BootCamp is a fitness and weight loss program that includes top notch fitness instructions, nutritional coaching and motivational training all designed to get you in the best shape of your life in the shortest, safest possible time regardless of your current fitness level!

Each 60-minute class is designed to transform your body by combining the benefits of cardio, strength training and stomach flattening exercises all into one workout.

Each workout is also intentionally different to alleviate boredom and to give you maximum results in minimum time! Here are some things you can expect:

• Low Impact / Hi Intensity training
• Resistance training
• Obstacle courses
• Core training
• Body weight
• And exercises designed to firm your butt and thighs, reduce body fat and "bloat" and increase confidence.

You will feel awesome about yourself, feel sexier in AND out of your clothes, and be more energized every day! Regular price $197 per month for unlimited classes. Fit Body BootCamp Meets Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays - 5:30am to 6:30am.

What Do You Need to Bring?

A large towel

Exercise Mat

Water

A WINNING ATTITUDE!

For more information about Fit Body BootCamp classes contact Geneva Clay (510) 344-5763 or email geneva@fit4livingnow.com.

YOUR HEALTH IS ALWAYS A GOOD INVESTMENT

Science of Self Kundalini Yoga and Empirical Self-Inquiry with Siri Sat Nam Kaur, PhD. Engage mind and body to liberate the spirit. Doors open at 2:45pm, class at 3pm, please arrive early so you don't disturb the flow of class. We suggest you bring water, take notes, and wear comfy clothes. $12 for 1.5 hour class, students/seniors $10. Questions? contact 347-228-4969 or email sirisatnamkaur@gmail.com or website www.science-of-self.com. Sun 3:00 - 4:30pm

Lindy Hop: The original form of Swing dancing developed in New York in the 1930s. $8/class for the monthly series (usually $32 for 4-week series), or $6/class for full time students with ID (usually $24 for 4-week series). Students may drop in for $10 on the first week or with requisite experience. See eastbayswing.com for more information. Fri 7:30 - 9:30pm

Main Stacks Hip Hop: Founded in 2008 by May Matsuo and Vivian Peng, Main Stacks is UC Berkeley's first competitive hip-hop team. In addition to being a competition team, Main Stacks is deeply committed to spreading dance in the community. Main Stacks therefore offers Beginning and Intermediate hip-hop classes weekly at the Works. Beginning Stacks classes are the first 3 Fridays of every month while Intermediate-Advanced Stacks classes occur on the last Friday of every month. Our prices are $8 with Student ID, $10 without. Please visit our website, mainstacksdance.wordpress.com, for more information about our classes as well as upcoming performances. Fri 6:00 - 7:30pm

Salsa 'on 1': Salsa 'on 1' is a slot based partner dance popularized in the West Coast during the 70's. With roots in the hustle and WC Swing, Salsa 'on 1' is commonly danced in the latin nightclub scene today. Variations to the dance are widespread, creative, and interpretive. Rebecca focuses on teaching basic techniques of lead and follow, footwork, transitions, turns, spins, timing, alignment, while keeping this fast-paced dance fun, exciting, and easy to learn.

Pricing: $50/Series, each Level is a 4-week progressive series. A new series starts each month. What to bring: Pair of dance shoes (preferably suede bottom). Socks are a good temporary alternative. Most importantly, bring your smile! Come out and dance! salsawithrebecca.com Monday nights Beg (7:30-8:30 p.m.) Intermediate (8:30-9:30 p.m.), and Advanced (9:30-10:30 p.m.)

Salsa Social Dancing: Classes are combined with basic steps + social dancing elements. Classes are good for beginners. Classes are focussed on learning basic steps and timing. No dance partner required. Classes are held on Saturdays 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm (two hour sections). The first hour will be basic salsa steps and the second more of musicality and freestyle elements. So classes are good for everyone who is curious about salsa dancing. Join our class and have fun dancing. $25/ for two hours (Come for two hours classes section are highly recommended). Classes discounted for senior and student for $20/ for two hours. Please contact me at: fionali8588@yahoo.com for more information. Private classes are available upon request in advance.

Yap! See you all on the dance floor! Sat 1:00 - 3:00pm

Samba & Afro Brasilian Dance: Classes are mixed-level. A full two hours (Wednesday) and 1.75 hours (Saturdays) no less than 30 minutes of solid stretching routine, core strengthening and balance. Think of it as SAMBA BOOT CAMP! RATES: Drop-in/Individual class: $17.00 per class Class card: 4-8 classes/$52.00 - $88.00. (Class cards expire on the last class of a given month. Classes purchased for a given month cannot be carried over to the next month.) Private classes available. Please email Nives, Sambambai2@aol.com. Wed 7:30 - 9:30pm, Sat 11:15 - 1:00pm

West African Dance—with Live Drummers! : In the class, Mandjou will take you on an exploration of the traditional dancing of Mali, West Africa. This class will give students :

• An understanding of the interplay between song, dance and rhythm
• Dance steps and technique from one of the Bay Area's most knowledgable, experienced and native teachers
• Familiarity with singing and the crucial role it plays in the context of traditional music
• An introduction to the healing and invigorating power of W. African dance music
• A naturally intense yet holistic full-body workout

The class is accompanied by a tight ensemble of live drummers with extensive experience in Malian percussion/djembe and dunun music.

Bring loose, comfortable clothing, a towel and plenty of water.

Prices are $12 for students (w. ID), $15 drop-in. Ask about package deals. Thu 6:00 - 7:30pm

Personal Training

The Works community includes expert instructors offering individual training:

Power Up Pilates Studio—at The Works

Power Up Pilates Studio is located within The Works Cooperative Inc. It is a boutique space dedicated to private one-on-one sessions that are tailored to your personal needs.

The studio has state-of-the-art Stott Pilates apparatus, as well as other related conditioning equipment. It is a safe environment in which each workout will invigorate and empower your body.

For more information, see the Power Up Pilates website.