Classes

How To Write A Book

Whether you're dabbling with an idea or have a completed draft, this fast-track class teaches writing secrets and techniques to turn your prose into page-turners. All prose genres: Fiction, Memoirs, and Non-Fiction. Fee includes professional editing of your work by instructor, an international award-award winning three-time author.

Spanish Academy

If you've always wanted to learn a second language, this is the perfect time to do so. In this online class, students will learn the basics of the language while having fun and building confidence along the way. Students will learn conversational phrases, verb conjugation, and grammar. We will work on pronunciation and practice conversation in class. We will learn verb conjugation and grammar in a simplified form. We will also learn or review basics: ABC's, numbers, colors. Students will purchase their own Spanish book through Amazon - Spanish Grammar-Review by Kenneth Chastain. ** No class on 4/6/22.

Estate Planning

Review the primary options of estate planning from trusts, wills, financial and health care powers of attorney and receive a general overview of probate and estate taxes. Registration for each person is required. Call 925-373-5700 to register. Instructor: Jennifer Thaete

Folk Guitar Adv/Beg

This class is for those interested in learning to play the guitar for fun. It will cover basic guitar chords, simple strums, easy picking patterns and a little bit of music theory. Class pace will be adjusted to accommodate the skill variance of the students. 5 classes. RLCC-Palo Verde Room.

3D Greeting Cards

Create gorgeous layered greeting cards. Fun class for beginners and experienced paper crafters, alike. You will receive supplies to create 5 all-occasion cards featuring spring themes. Materials mostly imported from Europe. Bring a pair of scissors and tweezers. Supply fee: $20 cash only.

Yoga Stretch at Sycamore Grove

Move outdoors to connect with your breath, body, and mind and to access your inner nature. This easeful practice will include a variety of body-mind exercises to bring flexibility, balance, and a sense of well-being. Wear comfortable clothing and dress in layers for "weather of the day". Please bring a sticky yoga mat, a strap, and two blocks. Contact the instructor at tricia@energy-metrics.net if you have questions. Yogadelvalle.com for more information. We will meet at the outdoor pavilion at the Wetmore entrance of Sycamore Grove. A temporary parking pass will be provided for days/times of the class.

Yoga for Self-Care

Discover how to use yoga poses and lyengar-inspired therapeutic techniques to relieve physical and mental stress, increase flexibility, balance and strength, enhance mind/body awareness and ability to relax. Taught in an easy-going, non-competitive atmosphere. suitable for all participants able to get to and from the floor. 

Line Dancing with Sue Kraft (Indoor)

Come join this beginning Line Dancing class where you can unwind, meet new friends, and exercise. You'll learn the basic steps for each line dance. Steps are taught slowly, easily and repeated until you feel comfortable. Previously learned dances will be reviewed. No partner necessary. Instructor: Sue Kraft

Line Dancing with Gary Clayton (Indoor)

Tennis 101

Arora Tennis

A fantastic introduction to the sport using an easy lesson plan. Stroke production, games, and point play.

Cardio Tennis

Arora Tennis

Looking for an ideal alternative to working out in the gym? Cardio Tennis is a fun group activity with drills to give athletes of all abilities the ultimate, high-energy workout. Class includes a warm-up, cardio workout, and cool-down phases. If you're looking for a new way to get in shape and burn calories, try Cardio Tennis. All playing levels are welcome including beginners! Tennis racket required.