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.

Spring 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., March 29-June 4 (no class May 31),11:05-11:50 a.m.
Fee: $97   62+ $73

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., March 29-June 4 (no class May 31), 8:30-9:15 a.m.
Fee: $97    62+ $73

Tai Chi - Advanced
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., March 29-June 4 (no class May 31), 9:20-10:05 a.m.
Fee: $97   62+ $72

Tai Chi - Advanced
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., March 29-June 2 (no class May 31), 5:30-6:30 p.m.  Fee: $85    62+ $64

Tai Chi - Intermediate
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., March 29-June 4 (no class May 31), 10:10-10:55 a.m.
Fee: $97   62+ $72

Tai Chi - Intermediate
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., March 29-June 4 (no class May 31), 6:35-7:35 pm
Fee: $85   62+ $64

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, March 30-June 3,11:15-12:15 p.m., Fee: $89   62+ $67

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., March 29-June 7 (no class May 31) 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Fee: $45    62+ $34

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., March 30-June 10, 9:25-10:10 a.m.
Fee: $73    62+ $55

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., March 30-June 10, 10:20-11:05 a.m.
Fee: $73    62+ $55

Stretch & 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., March 30-June 10, 8:30-9:15 a.m.
Fee: $73    62+ $55

Yoga
This class will improve strength, flexibility and concentration. All levels are welcome. Bring a mat to class
Session 1 - Tue, March 30-June 1, 4:45-5:45 p.m.; Session 2 - Thu, April 1-June 3, 4:45-5:45 p.m., Fee: Res. $35   Non-res. $40

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 incldues Meringue, Salsa, Cha Cha, Flamenco and more. Beginners welcome.  *CCC Co-sponsored
Fri., April 2-June 4, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Fee: $45   62+ $34

Chair Pilates
All levels welcome. Focus on cultivating strength, balance, flexibility and grace for the body an mind. Exercises will be performed in a chair. *CCC Co-sponsored
Wed., March 31-June 2, 3-3:45 p.m.
Fee: $33    62+ $25

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., April 2-May 21, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Fee: $89    62+ $67

Drawing (Download supply list)
Using media to explore charcoal, graphite, brush and ink, plus more! Mon., March 29-May 17, 10 a.m.-noon
Fee: $71    62+ $53

Drawing - Beginning
Use many different mediums in order to learn the basics of drawing in a classical format.
Wed., March 31-May 19, 2-4 p.m.
Fee: $71    62+ $53

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., April 1-May 20, 9:30 a.m.-noon
Fee: $89    62+ $67
Session 2:
Thu., April 1-May 20, 1-3:30 p.m.
Fee: $89    62+ $67

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., March 29-May 17, 1-3:30 p.m.
Fee: $89   62+ $67

Printmaking
Each term will be a great chance to explore a variety of printing methods. Designing your own images will provide many creative opportunities--relief, monotype and chine colle. A small fee charged for shared materials. 
Fri., April 2-May 21, 1-3:30 p.m.
Fee: $89   62+ $67

New! Printmaking Workshop

Explore the Arts Workshop - Graphite
Have fun with pencil and paper and learn to add different textures and values when you sketch or do detailed drawings. This is not a drawing class, however, outlines of subjects will be available to practice on. Co-sponsored by North Clackamas Arts Guild Instructor: Mary McCarty, Sat, April 24, 9 am-4 pm. Fee: Res. $20  Non-res. $24

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., March 30-June 1, 7:05-8:05 p.m.
Fee: $45  62+ $34

Session II:
Thu., April 1-June 3,12:30-1:30 p.m.
Fee: $45    62+ $34

Country Line Dance - Intermediate
For those with dance experience and/or line dance skills.  You'll learn even more of your favorite steps. *CCC
Thu., April 1-June 3, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Fee: $45   62+ $34

Country Line Dance - Intermediate
Ideal beginning for success in any dance class. Learn very basic steps at a snail's pace. Low impact exercise and have a great time doing it!.  *CCC
Tue., March 30-May 11 (no class 4/20), 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $27   62+ $20

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., March 30-June 1, 6-7 p.m. Fee: $45  62+ $34

Belly Dance: Beginners
Tone muscles while learning the beginning movements of this intriguing Middle Eastern dance.  *CCC Co-sponsored. Thu., April 1-June 3, 6-7 p.m., Fee: $45  62+ $34

Belly Dance: Intermediate
Tone muscles while learning the beginning movements of this intriguing Middle Eastern dance.  *CCC Co-sponsored. Thu., April 1-June 3, 7:05-8:05 p.m., Fee: $45  62+ $34

Creative Writing
Ideas...Words...paper...want more? Short at-home assignments plus in class feedback combine to increase writer pleasure.  *CCC
Wed., March 31-May 19, 1-2:45 p.m.
Fee: $62    62+ $47

Creative Writing
Ideas...Words...paper...want more? Short at-home assignments plus in class feedback combine to increase writer pleasure.  *CCC
Wed., March 31-May 19, 3-4:45 p.m.
Fee: $62    62+ $47

Capture your life experiences and favorite family stories.  Tips for organization and inspiration.and inspiration.
Mon., March 29-May 17, 3-4:30 p.m.
Fee: $53    62+ $40

New! Native American Indians in Oregon History

Tue, April 6-20, 1-2:30 pm. Looking into History of Oregon in the 19th century at the personalities of specific Indians and the whites that interfaced with them. *CCC Fee: Fee: $20    62+ $15

Wed., March 31-May 19, 11:15 a.m-12:45 pm. For students with no Spanish experience. *CCC  Fee: $53 62+ $40

Spanish I

Mon., March 29-May 17, 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: $36  62+ $27

Spanish II

Mon., March 29-May 17, 12:45-1:45 p.m. Basic language will be strengthened in this course.  *CCC Fee: $36  62+ $27

Spanish III

Mon., March 29-May 17, 11:30 am-12:30 pm. Topics include irregular verbs, commands and an introduction to past-tense conjugation. Grammar and vocabulary review. *CCC  Fee: $36  62+ $27

Spanish IV

Mon., March 29-May 17, 10:30-11:30 am. Speaking in Spanish is stressed. Focus will be on proper verb tense. Students will develop sentence and conversation skills.  *CCC Fee: $36  62+ $27

Spanish V
Mon., March 29-May 17, 4:35-6:20 pm. Students will continue to develop conversation skills. Book work and verb tense development emphasized, including use of the future tense. Correct use of imperfect and preterit tense emphasized. *CCC  Fee: $62  62+ $47

Spanish VI
Mon., March 29-May 17, 6:20-8:05 pm. Very little English will be used in class. Speaking and listening skills will be developed.  *CCC Fee: $62  62+ $47

Spanish VII
Mon., March 29-May 17, 9-10:30 am. Recommended for fluent or near-fluent Spanish speakers. No English used in class. *CCC  Fee: $53  62+ $40

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. Fri, April 2-30 (no class 4/9), 9-11 am, Fee: Res. $65  Non-res. $70

Session II - Sat., May 8-June 5, 9:30-11:30 am, (no class  5/15) 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 an extra materials fee with this class. Fri., April 2-30, 2:30-4:30 pm (no class 4/9), Fee: Res. $65  Non-res. $70

Session II - Fri, May 7-June 4 (no class 5/14), 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. Fri., April 2-30 (no class 4/9), 12-2 pm. Fee: Res. $65  Non-res. $70

Session II - Fri., May 7-June 4 (no class 5/14) 2:30-4:30 pm Fee: Res. $65  Non-res. $70

Computers: Beyond Basics (Level 4)

Follow up to basic course to show you how to install and uninstall software, set-up shortcuts, back up data, upload and download files. Materials fee extra. Sat, April 3-May 1 (no class 4/10), 9:30-11:30 am. Fee: Res. $65  Non-res. $70

Pictures Plus (Level 5)

Follow up to basic course to show you how to install and uninstall software, set-up shortcuts, back up data, upload and download files. Materials fee extra. Fri, May 7-June 4 (no class 5/14), 12-2 pm. Fee: Res. $65  Non-res. $70