Recreation & Classes

How to register: Mail in your payment and completed form document (which you can pick up at the Center or ("Download Here" ) or drop it off at the payment drop box in the Center lobby. Use the slot labeled "Class Registrations." You may also walk in or phone the Milwaukie Center at 503-794-8092 or the Aquatic Park at 503-794-8080 (hit 0) to register using a Visa or Mastercard.

Scholarships: Scholarships are available for residents that are over 55 years old who have difficulty paying the fee. Please ask the Recreation Services office for an application. Milwaukie Center scholarships are provided through donations from the Friends of the Milwaukie Center.

Fall Term Classes: Registration has started!

Fall CLASSES

Sit-N-B-Fit
A low key and informal approach to exercise especially for those who have mobility issues or have difficulty standing while exercising. Slow stretches and balance exercises will help tone and stregthen muscles to increase mobility and flexibility. Sara Stauss teaches the class with care while promoting social interaction. *CCC
Mon./Wed./Fri., Sept 27-Dec 3 (no class 10/15, 11/26), 11:05-11:50 a.m.
Fee: $96 62+ $72

Easy Does It Aerobics
Instructor Sara Stauss leads this class that includes warm-up, stretching, aerobics, cool down and a bit of weight work. This moderate workout is a positive step to maintaining personal health through a prudent exercise regime. *CCC
Mon./Wed./Fri., Sept 27-Dec 3 (no class 10/15, 11/26), 8:30-9:15 a.m.
Fee: $96 62+ $72

Tai Chi Demos - Free! - Mon, Sept 20, 6:35-7:35 pm; Tue, Sept 21, 11:15 am-12:15 pm

Tai Chi - Martial Application

This class is taught by James Lusk to help build energy in your life with emphasis on health coordination with exercise. Some focus will be on balance, strength and flexibility skills while learning techniques to relax your mind and body. *CCC
Mon./Wed./Fri., Sept 27-Dec 3 (no class 10/15, 11/26), 9:20-10:05 a.m.
Fee: $96 62+ $72

Tai Chi - Martial Application
This class is taught by James Lusk to help build energy in your life with emphasis on health coordination with exercise. Some focus will be on balance, strength and flexibility skills while learning techniques to relax your mind and body. *CCC
Mon./Wed., Sept 27-Dec 1, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fee: $91 62+ $68

24 Yang Tai Chi
Build energy in your life with Yang 24 Tai Chi. Focus on balance, strength and flexibility skills while learning techniques to relax your mind and body.
Mon./Wed./Fri., Sept 27-Dec 3 (no class 10/15, 11/26), 10:10-10:55 a.m.
Fee: $96 62+ $72

Tai Chi - Beginning
Easy Tai Chi class for beginners. Come participate in this wonderful art of an ancient Chinese technique. You'll learn to improve concentration, strength, balance and flexibility.
Tue/Thu, Sept 28-Dec 2 (no class 11/11, 11/25),11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Fee: $82 62+ $62

Personal Fitness demo - Free! Mon, Sept 20, 6:30-7 pm

Personal Fitness
Advanced beginner to intermediate aerobics. Anything from boxing, resistance training, bands, weights and floor work. Bring a floor mat and an open mind to create a routine you'll love and stick to with the help of instructor Teena Hall. *CCC
Mon., Sept 27-Nov 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Fee: $46 62+ $35

Light Aerobics demo - Free! Thu, Sept 23, 10:20-10:50 am

Light Aerobics A
This format is an entry level ability which include sessions that provide warm-ups, stretching and self-paced aerobic workouts. Teena Hall instructs exercise technique that is safe, effective and fun. *CCC
Tue./Thu., Sept 28-Dec 9 (no class 11/11, 11/25), 10:20-11:05 a.m.
Fee: $69 62+ $52

Light Aerobics B

This format is an entry level ability which include sessions that provide warm-ups, stretching and self-paced aerobic workouts. Teena Hall instructs exercise technique that is safe, effective and fun. *CCC
Tue./Thu., Sept 28-Dec 9 (no class 11/11, 11/25), 9:25-10:10 a.m.
Fee: $69 62+ $52

Stretch, Strengthen & Flex
Breathe and stay flexible with Teena Hall as you build strength and balance in this relaxing non-aerobic class. Some work with weights too! Bring an exercise mat and prepare to interact with this very connected and friendly bunch! *CCC
Tue./Thu., Sept 28-Dec 9, (no class 11/11, 11/25), 8:30-9:15 a.m.
Fee: $69 62+ $52

QiGong (pronounced cheegung)
Qigong is a relaxing meditative exercise with origins in China. It is practiced to improve health and is a combination of slow, repetitve movements of stretching and meditation. Appropriate for adults of all ages. Sharon Eaves commented that: "Qigong is like having a massage. You can go in tired and stressed and within seconds you feel the difference. The tension in my shoulders is no long there."
Wed, Sept 29-Dec 1, 12:30-1:30 pm
Fee: $46 62+ $35

Yoga Demo - Free! Tue, Sept 21, 4:45-5:30 pm

Yoga
This class will improve strength, flexibility and concentration. All levels are welcome. Bring a mat to class
Session 1 - Tue, Sept 28-Nov 30- 4:45-5:45 p.m.; Session 2 - Thu, Sept 30-Dec 16 (no class 10/14, 11/11, 11/25; make up class Tue, Dec 21) 4:45-5:45 p.m., Each session: Fee: Res. $40 Non-res. $45

Zumba Gold
Zumba Gold is designed to take Latin and international dance rhythms and bring them to the active older adult. This latin-inspired dance program includes Meringue, Salsa, Cha Cha, Flamenco and more. Beginners welcome. *CCC Co-sponsored
Fri., Oct 1-Dec 10, (no class 10/15, 11/26), 12:30-1:30 p.m., Fee: $41 62+ $31

NEW! Zumbatomic (for kids 8-12 yrs old) Groove to Latin American and world music. Kids will be energized through salsa, cumbia, reggaeton, hip hop and more during this exhilarating 45 minute workout. Wed., Sept 29-Dec. 8, (no class 11/24) 4-4:45 p.m., Fee: Res. $46 Non-res. $50

Zumbatomic Demo - Free! (Ages 8-12 yrs old) Come try the class before signing up and meet the instructor. Wed, Sept 22, 4-4:45 pm.

Chair Pilates Demo - Free! Wed, Sept 22, 3-3:45 pm.

Chair Pilates
All levels welcome. Focus on cultivating strength, balance, flexibility and grace for the body and mind. Exercises will be performed in a chair. *CCC Co-sponsored Wed., Sept 29-Dec 1, (no class 11/24) 3-3:45 p.m.
Fee: $31 62+ $23

Acrylic Painting (Download supply list)
Water-based acrylics offer a variety of possibilities. Color theory, glazing and other techniques. Open to beginners and experienced painters.
Fri., Oct 1-Nov 19, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Fee: $91 62+ $68

Acrylic Painting-Beginning

Water-based acrylics offer a variety of possibilities. Color theory, glazing and other techniques. Fri., Oct 1-Nov 19, 1-3:30 p.m. Fee: $91 62+ $68

Drawing (Download supply list)
Using media to explore charcoal, graphite, brush and ink, plus more! Mon., Sept 27-Nov 15, 10-noon
Fee: $73 62+ $55

Drawing - Beginning
Use many different mediums in order to learn the basics of drawing in a classical format.
Wed., Sept 29-Nov 17, 2-4 p.m.
Fee: $73 62+ $55

Oil Painting (Download supply list)
An introduction to basic composition and color mixing. Some beginners find it hard to begin when faced with the blank canvas, so that friendly word from a neighboring student pushes them gently forward. Instructor Jill Wilson gives one-on-one attention to help you create a masterpiece. Material list available. *CCC
Session I:
Thu., Sept 23-Nov 18 (no class 11/11), 9:30-noon
Fee: $91 62+ $68
Session 2:
Thu., Sept 23-Nov 18 (no class 11/11), 1-3:30 p.m.
Fee: $91 62+ $68

Watercolor Painting ( Download Supply list )
Pure Poetry! Renee Ugrin instructs students in the basics of this luminous medium to evoke the Muse of watercolor. The classes are fun and productive with many opportunities for beginners and experienced to learn line and color theory.
Mon., Sept 27-Nov 15,1-3:30 p.m.
Fee: $91 62+ $68

Art Literacy

Lecture based on the study of Art and its eras beginning with Ancient Europe this fall. Class will study the earliest artistic endeavors of the early inhabitants of Europe. Wed., Sept 29-Nov 17, 1-2 p.m. Fee: $37 62+ $28

Holiday Printmaking Workshop
Come and join us for a creative afternoon of printmaking. Our easy to cut blocks will be the same matrix for creating art prints. Demos will be presented, and instructor will be on hand for guidance. Fri., Dec 3, 1-4 p.m. Fee: $14 62+ $11

Explore the Arts Workshop - Plein Air

Gary Michael will teach a Plein Air class in pastels, but you can use any media of your choice including oil, oil pastels, acrylic or watercolor. The first half of the class will take place outside in the beautiful park setting. If it rains, will meet in the A-frame. Bring your own easel and painting supplies. Co-sponsored by North Clackamas Arts Guild. Sat, Sept 11, 10 a.m.-4:30 pm. Fee: Res. $25 Non-res. $31

Country Line Dance - Beginning
Newcomers learn patterns at a moderate pace. Come on in and put down your favorite steps with DeeDee as she reviews dances from the start and makes sure you know them before moving on. *CCC
Session I:
Tue., Sept 28-Nov 30, 7:15-8:15 p.m.
Fee: $46 62+ $35

Session II:
Thu., Sept 30-Dec 9,12:30-1:30 p.m.
Fee: $46 62+ $35

Country Line Dance - Intermediate
For those with dance experience and/or line dance skills. You'll learn even more of your favorite steps. *CCC
Tue., Sept 28-Nov 30, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $46 62+ $35

Thu., Sept 30-Dec 9, (no class 11/11, 11/25) 1:30-2:30 p.m. Fee: $41 62+ $31

Salsa Demo - FREE! Tue, Sept 21, 6-6:30 p.m.

Salsa Dance

Dance to the exciting rhythms of Salsa Caliente! It's fun to learn the different dance moves from basic to meringue to turns, all while going at a comfortable pace. *CCC Co-sponsored. Tue, Sept 28-Nov 30, 6-7 p.m., Fee: $46 62+ $35

Belly Dance: Beginners
Tone muscles while learning the beginning movements of this intriguing Middle Eastern dance. *CCC Co-sponsored. Thu, Sept 30-Dec 16, (no class 10/14, 11/11, 11/25) 6-7 p.m., Fee: $41 62+ $31

Creative Writing
Stretch your outlook and awareness of things surrounding you. Learn to describe thoughts and feelings as well as people, places and things in this stimulating, no-pressure class. *CCC co-sponsored.
Wed., Sept 29-Nov 17, 1-2:45 p.m.
Fee: $64 62+ $48

NEW! Writing Memoirs - A memoir is not an autobiography. Rather, it is a record of a person's perspective about a specific moment in their life. It can be an incredible journey. *CCC Co-sponsored. Wed, Sept 29-Nov 17, 3-4:45 p.m., Fee: $64 62+ $48

All About Memory - Memory is the lens through which people perceive the world and define and predict experiences. This class explores how memory changes as we go through life and ways to enhance and exercise it for optimal performance. Instructor: Ruby Jonsrud. Tue, Sept 21-Oct 19, 1:30-3 p.m. Fee: Res. $25 Non-res. $30

Spanish Intro

Mon., Sept 27-Nov 22 (no class 10/18), 6-8 pm. For students with little or no Spanish experience. *CCC Fee: $73 62+ $55

Spanish I

Mon., Sept 27-Nov 22 (no class 10/18), 1:45-2:45 p.m.. A small knowledge of Spanish is required. Topics covered include word gender, beginning conjugation and beginning conversation skills. *CCC Fee: $37 62+ $28

Spanish II

Mon., Sept 27-Nov 22 (no class 10/18), 12:45-1:45 p.m. Basic language will be strengthened in this course. *CCC Fee: $37 62+ $28

Spanish III

Mon., Sept 27-Nov 22 (no class 10/18), 11:30 am-12:30 pm. Topics include irregular verbs, commands and an introduction to past-tense conjugation. Grammar and vocabulary review. *CCC Fee: $37 62+ $28

Spanish IV

Mon., Sept 27-Nov 22 (no class 10/18), 10:30-11:30 am. Very little English will be used in class. Speaking and listening skills will be developed. Book work and verb tense development emphasized. *CCC Fee: $37 62+ $28

Spanish V
Mon., Sept 27-Nov 22 (no class 10/18), 4:15-6 pm. SVery little English is used in class. Conversations in Spanish are emphasized. All tenses will be in subjunctive.*CCC Fee: $64 62+ $48

Spanish Conversation Mon., Sept 27-Nov 22 (no class 10/18), 9-10:30 am. No English will be used in class. Students speak and the teacher makes corrections while leading a topic. *CCC Fee: $55 62+ $41

Computers: First Steps (Level 1)
For those who have never used a computer or learn at a slower pace. Gain experience navigating the computer world and learn about the signs and symbols it uses from instructor Jerry King. Bring $2 for materials. Fri., Sept 24-Oct 22 (no class 10/8), 9-11 am, Fee: Res. $65 Non-res. $70

Session II - Fri., Oct 29-Dec 3 (no class 11/12, 11/26), noon-2 p.m., Fee: Res. $65 Non-res. $70

Computers: Basics (Level 2)
Computer terms and components, learn to set up master folders, connect to the Worldwide Web, set up an e-mail account and send a photograph. Your instructor is Jerry King and there is a $2 charge for materials. Fri., Sept 24-Oct 22, (no class 10/8) 2:30-4:30 pm, Fee: Res. $65 Non-res. $70

Session II - Fri., Oct 29-Dec 3 (no class 11/12, 11/26), 9-11 am, Fee: Res. $65 Non-res. $70

Computers: Word Processing (Level 3)
This 2 hr class will help master keyboard functions, fine tune processing skills taught by instructor Jerry King. Learn tool bar settings, set up tables and charts. There is a $2 charge for materials. Fri., Sept 24-Oct 22, (no class 10/8), noon-2 pm, Fee: Res. $65 Non-res. $70

Session II - Fri., Oct 29-Dec 3 (no class 11/12, 11/26) 2:30-4:30 pm. Fee: Res. $65 Non-res. $70

Computers: Mastering E-Mail
This class exclusively focuses on e-mail. Learn to attach pictures and to send. Set up e-mail reminders so you never forget another birthday or anniversary. Materials fee extra. Sat., Sept 25-Oct 23 (no class 10/9) 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fee: Res. $65 Non-res. $70

Pictures Plus (Level 5)

Learn to scan photos, make CD slide shows with narration and preserve memories. Students should know how to create folders on PCs or have completed Computer Basics course. Bring $3 for materials. Sat., Oct 30-Dec 4 (no class 11/13, 11/27), 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fee: Res. $65 Non-res. $70