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Spring 2008

• Dance
  • Session I
  • Session II
• Other Dance
  • Session I
  • Session II
• Food
• Martial Arts
• Well Being and Healing Arts
• Spirituality
• Special Interests
• Money Matters

Dance:

Ballroom Dance Students, Please Note: All ballroom classes are taught by Aurora Villacorta, a long time dance instructor. Each course is $40 per person. In the spirit of formal ballroom dancing, proper attire is requested for all Ballroom Dance classes. Students should wear leather or vinyl-soled shoes. No slippers, jogging, tennis, or open-toed shoes should be worn. The instructor requests that students wear comfortable, but decent clothing. Proper attire for women includes skirts, blouses, and dresses. Men are asked to wear slacks and shirts. Proper attire does not include shorts, cut-offs, sleeveless undershirts, sweat pants, halters, or bare navels. Please, no gum chewing in class. Register early to secure a space in class and to assure that the class will be offered.

SESSION I

Beginning Ballroom Dance I: Session A
The fundamentals of dance including rhythm, leading and following, and dance etiquette are presented in this course. The dances to be covered are the Waltz, the Fox Trot, the Swing, the Cha-Cha, and the Polka.
COURSE #: 01
DAY: Mon TIME: 6:30 - 7:40pm DATES: Jan. 28 - Feb. 25
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Beginning Ballroom Dance I: Session B
The same great class as above, but offered on a different day and time.
COURSE #: 02
DAY: Tues TIME: 7:40-8:50pm DATES: Jan. 29 - Feb. 26
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Beginning Ballroom Dance II
This course is an extension of Beginning Ballroom Dance I. It will cover the Waltz, the Fox Trot, the Swing, the Cha-Cha, the Polka, and introduction to the Rhumba and other Cuban-style movement.
Prerequisite: Beg. Ballroom I or equivalent level course.
COURSE #: 03
DAY: Tues TIME: 6:30-7:40pm DATES: Jan. 29 - Feb. 26
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Intermediate Ballroom Dance I
This course will cover intermediate level steps & routines for the Waltz, the Fox Trot, the Cha-Cha, the Swing, the Rhumba, and introduction to the Charleston.
Prerequisite: Beginning Ballroom II or equivalent level course.
COURSE #: 04
DAY: Mon TIME: 7:40-8:50pm DATES: Mar. 3 - Apr. 14 (no class on Mar. 17 or 24)
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

SESSION II

Beginning Ballroom Dance I: Session A
The fundamentals of dance including rhythm, leading and following, and dance etiquette are presented in this course. The dances to be covered are the Waltz, the Fox Trot, the Swing, the Cha-Cha, and the Polka.
COURSE #: 05
DAY: Tues TIME: 6:30 - 7:40pm DATES: Mar. 4 - Apr. 15 (no class Mar. 18 or 25)
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Beginning Ballroom Dance I: Session B
The same great class as above, but offered on a different day and time.
COURSE #: 06
DAY: Mon TIME: 7:40-8:50pm DATES: Mar. 3 - Apr. 14 (no class Mar. 17 or 24)
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Beginning Ballroom Dance II
This course is an extension of Beginning Ballroom Dance I. It will cover the Waltz, the Fox Trot, the Swing, the Cha-Cha, the Polka, and introduction to the Rhumba.
Prerequisite: Beg. Ballroom I or equivalent level course.
COURSE #: 07
DAY: Mon TIME: 6:30-7:40pm DATES: Mar. 3 - Apr. 14 (no class Mar. 17 or 24)
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Intermediate Ballroom Dance I
This course will cover intermediate level steps & routines for the Waltz, the Fox Trot, the Cha-Cha, the Swing, the Rhumba, and introduction to the Charleston.
Prerequisite: Beginning Ballroom II or equivalent level course.
COURSE #: 08
DAY: Tues TIME: 7:40-8:50pm DATES: Mar. 4 - Apr. 15 (no class Mar. 18 or 25)
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Other Dance

SESSION I

Tango
Note: A regular dance partner is required for this course.
Prerequisite: Beginning Ballroom II or equivalent level course.
COURSE #: 09
DAY: Thurs. TIME: 6:30-7:40pm DATES: Jan. 31 - Feb. 28
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Samba
Note: This class requires a minimum of 5 registrants and a maximum of 15.
Prerequisite: Beginning Ballroom II or equivalent level course.
COURSE #: 10
DAY: Thurs TIME: 7:40-8:50pm DATES: Jan. 31 - Feb. 28
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

SESSION II

Tango
Note: A regular dance partner is required for this course.
Prerequisite: Beginning Ballroom II or equivalent level course.
COURSE #: 11
DAY: Thurs. TIME: 6:30-7:40pm DATES: Mar. 6 - Apr. 17 (no class Mar. 20 or 27)
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Mambo, Merengue & Salsa
Note: A regular dance partner is required to fully benefit from this course.
Prerequisite: Knowledge and execution of Cuban motion.
COURSE #: 12
DAY: Thurs TIME: 7:40-8:50pm DATES: Mar. 6 - Apr. 17 (No class Mar. 20 or 27)
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: Latzer Hall

Food:

Philippine Cooking
Learn how to prepare and cook appetizing Philippine dishes and desserts, such as adobo, pancit, turron, etc. Please bring your own knives and cutting board.
Note: Enrollment is limited to the first 3 registrants.
COURSE #: 13
DAY: Wed TIME: 6:00-9:00pm DATES: Feb. 20 & 27
Course Fee: $35 Materials Fee: $20 (Payable to Instructor)
Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: St. Andrews, 909 S. Wright St., Champaign (across the street from the Y)

Philippine Cooking
Learn how to prepare and cook appetizing Philippine dishes and desserts, such as adobo, pancit, turron, etc. Please bring your own knives and cutting board.
Note: Enrollment is limited to the first 3 registrants.
COURSE #: 14
DAY: Wed TIME: 6:00-9:00pm DATES: Apr. 2 & 9
Course Fee: $35 Materials Fee: $20 (Payable to Instructor)
Instructor: Aurora Villacorta Room: St. Andrews, 909 S. Wright St., Champaign (across the street from the Y)

Mediterranean & Turkish Cooking
Students will participate in a cultural experience, exploring the art of authentic Turkish and Mediterranean style cooking. Students will also learn about Turkish culture while preparing, cooking, and tasting a variety of dishes. Every week, participants will learn a new meal idea which they will enjoy together immediately after the class.
Note: Minimum of 4 participants is required and enrollment is limited to the first 10 registrants.
COURSE #: 15
DAY: Thurs. TIME: 5:30-8:00pm DATES: Jan. 17 - Mar. 6
Course Fee: $30 Materials Fee: $5 (To be paid each class)
Instructor: Rachel Beday, Suheda Kural, Zebra Toprak Room: St. Andrews, 909 S. Wright St., Champaign (across the street from the Y)

Martial Arts:

Beginning Kempo Karate For Adults
Learn the basic kicks, punches, and blocks to protect yourself and loved ones in a physical confrontation. Get in shape and gain the valuable benefits of martial arts training in a traditional Kempo class environment. In just a few weeks your family and friends will notice you are more confident, stronger, and healthier. To learn more about Kempo Karate see: www.iphotonews.com/kempo.htm
Note: Minimum of 3 participants is required and enrollment is limited to the first 30 registrants.
COURSE #: 16
DAY: Mon & Wed TIME: 7:00-9:00pm DATES: Jan. 28 - Apr. 9
Course Fee: $35 Instructor: Clark Brooks Room: Wahl Room

Karate for Kids
This class for children (6-13 years old) designed with a fun approach to exercise and self-defense as well as the sport of karate. You'll see your child's confidence blossom, self-discipline grow, and coordination skills improve in just weeks.
Note: Minimum of 3 participants is required and enrollment is limited to the first 30 registrants.
COURSE #: 17
DAY: Mon & Wed TIME: 6:00-7:00pm DATES: Jan. 28 - Apr. 9
Course Fee: $32 Instructor: Clark Brooks Room: Wahl Room

Sport Karate Primer
Martial artists from all styles and belt levels are welcomed to train and improve kata/forms and sparring skills in a fun, but serious club-like atmosphere. Learn, practice, and improve skills like controlling the ring, reading an opponent, timing and setting up scoring techniques in controlled contact sparring. Develop award-winning kata and fighting techniques for open tournament competition.
Note: Minimum of 5 participants is required and enrollment is limited to the first 30 registrants.
COURSE #: 18
DAY: Sunday TIME: 6:30-8:30pm DATES: Jan. 27 - Apr. 6
Course Fee: $32 Instructor: Clark Brooks Room: Wahl Room

Kiyojute Ryu Kempo
Self-defense martial arts teaching throws, counter joints, blocks, punches, kicks, and weapons training. Certified instructor. Non-competitive, non-sport martial arts, learn more at kempo.4mp.com or call 621-1521.
COURSE #: 19
DAY: Mon & Wed TIME: 6:30-8:30pm DATES: Jan. 28 - Apr. 9
Course Fee: $20 Instructor: Alan Creech Room: K1-K2

Shuri-Ryu Karate
Okinawan style of karate. Includes basic punches, blocks, kicks, and forms. Also includes self-defense, grappling, sparring, and weapons. All ages are welcome.
COURSE #: 20
DAY: Tue. & Thurs. TIME: 8:00-10:00pm DATES: Jan. 22 - May 8
Course Fee: $20 Instructor: Courtney E. Kuhl Room: K1-K2

Well Being, Exercise, and Healing Arts:

Intro to Homeopathy for Colds and Flus
Learn how to prevent yourself and your family from catching colds and flus. Also learn how to safely and effectively treat colds and flus with homeopathy. To learn what homeopathy is, please read article at www.lotusrg.com/articles. Homeopathic remedies are inexpensive and FDA approved. Information packet provided for each student.
COURSE #: 21
DAY: Wed TIME: 6:30-8:30pm DATES:Mar. 5, 12 & 26
Course Fee: $45 Materials Fee: $5 (Payable to Instructor)
Instructor: Barbara Antisdel Room: Board Room

First Aid with Homeopathy
Learn to confidently use homeopathy from yourself and your family as first aid needed for injuries and accidents. To learn about what homeopathy is, please read the homeopathy article at www.lotusrg.com/articles. Homeopathic remedies are inexpensive and FDA approved. Info packet provided for each student. Please note: This course is a complement to Red Cross First Aid, CPR and professional emergency services.
COURSE #: 22
DAY: Wed TIME: 6:30-8:30pm DATES: Apr. 2, 16 & 30
Course Fee: $45 Instructor: Barbara Antisdel Room: Board Room

Qi-gong for Wellness
Qi-Gong (pronounced “chikung”)
is a traditional Chinese body-mind exercise. The gentle movements, easy postures, and simple meditation bring about a balanced energy flow- the end result being optimum health of the body and mind. Come learn and experience this powerful technique for your stress management and well-being.
COURSE #: 23
DAY: Mon & Wed TIME: 6:30-8:00pm DATES: Jan. 23 - Apr. 30 (No class Mar. 17 and 21)
Course Fee: $60 Instructor: Weimo Zhu & Enyi Cai Room: K3-K4

Chen Style Tai-Chi
Teaches 24 forms of Chen Style Tai-Chi, Qigong (breathing exercises), circle motions, relaxing gong (relaxing exercises) and defensive skills. The course is very suitable for those who wish to pursue health, tranquility, and martial arts.
COURSE #: 24
DAY: Mon & Thurs. TIME: 5:30-7:00pm DATES: Jan. 24 Apr. 10 (No class Mar. 17 and 20)
Course Fee: $60 Instructor: Chang-Hua Chen Room: Murphy Lounge

Spirituality:

Listening for G-d Through Short Stories and Film
In this 4 week course, we will read and discuss several short stories written by award winning writers such as John Updike and Tess Gallagher. With some of these stories, we will also view a short film that deals with some of the themes found in the story. In every case, we will find our spirits both nourished and challenged as we discuss these stories and films together. If you have any questions about this course, please contact Tom at 352-9906.
COURSE #: 25
DAY: Wed TIME: 2:00-3:30pm DATES: Feb. 20 - Mar. 12
Course Fee: $20 Instructor: Tom Neufer Emswiler Room: Grace United Methodist Church, 2004 Philo Road, Urbana

Ruhi 1 - Reflections on the Life of the Spirit
An introduction to the core spiritual teachings of the Bahaâi Faith. ãThe betterment of the world can be accomplished through pure and goodly deeds, by commendable and seemly con- duct.ä Main topics are scripture, prayer, and life after death.
COURSE #: 26
DAY: Mon & Wed TIME: 7:00-8:00pm DATES: Jan. 28 & 30
Course Fee: $5 Instructor: Carlton Mills Room: Board Room

Special Interests:

Indian Percussion & Music
This is an introductory course in the art of playing the tabla and will be taught by a professional, renowned tabla artist, Subrata Bhattacharya. Indian music has fascinated the West for many years. The tabla in particular has attracted the attention of a number of American and European percussionists. It has been used in popular music as early as the 60?s and is heard in the popular media even today. Here is a chance to explore this instrument and experience learning some basic rhythms. The focus will be on experiencing and learning the rhythms orally along with a back drop of classical Indian music. Having a tabla set is not required.
COURSE #: 27
DAY: Thurs. TIME: 4:30-6:00pm DATES: Apr. 3 - May 8
Course Fee: $60 Instructor: Subrata Bhattacharya Room: Channing Murray Foundation, 1209 W. Oregon Street, Urbana, IL

Selected Writings of C.S. Lewis
Small group discussion of one children?s book (Narnia), one book of Christian apologetics, selected poems, and Perelandra. Discussion led by Steve Shoemaker, whose Ph.D. dissertation at Duke University focused on C.S. Lewis.
COURSE #: 28
DAY: Thurs. TIME: 7:00-8:00pm DATES: Feb. 7 - 28 & 10
Course Fee: $12 Instructor: Steve Shoemaker Room: Please contact Phoebe Smith at (217) 337-1514 for location details.

United Nations Association
The United Nations Association of Champaign County has been in existence since Eleanor Roosevelt started the national UNA movement. Her idea was to create grass support for the UN (via local chapters) so that the UN would not loose American support the way the League of Nations did. Recently the local UNA has ceased to function because the board members have aged out. It is time for the next generation to revitalize the local UNA. The goal of this one-session Communiversity class is to reconstitute the Champaign County UNA. How should we celebrate UN day next fall? Should we do something special for Human Rights Day? Now is the time for all good people to come to the aid of global governance.
COURSE #:29
DAY: Wed. TIME: 7:00-8:00pm DATES: Jan. 23
Course Fee: $12 Instructor: Carlton Mills Room: Board Room

Introduction to Voiceovers
Fun, interactive class to get started in Professional Voice Acting, covering some of the many details of the industry. Receive a professional voice evaluation. This class is taught by a professional voice actor from the voice acting training company Voices For All.
COURSE #: 33
DAY: Thurs. TIME: 6:00-8:00pm DATES: Apr. 3 - May 8
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Voices For All Room: Wahl Room

Money Matters:

Credit 101: Decode Your Credit Report
In this course you learn the way different credit scores are calculated as well as some tips and myths about credit scores. We will also discuss factors other than credit score that will influence your chance for being approved for the best credit offers and lowest rates on your loans and mortgages.
COURSE #: 30
DAY: Thurs TIME: 12:00-1:30pm DATES: Feb. 28
Course Fee: $1 Instructor: Amir Marmachi, MA Room: Wahl Room

Credit 102: Improve Your Credit Score
Learn some little known tips for improving credit scores. This class will go beyond such well known tips as paying on time, reducing your debt or applying for too much credit. You will learn how to design a strategy that improves your credit score in the short term and the long term.
COURSE #: 31
DAY: Thurs TIME: 12:00-1:30pm DATES: Mar. 6
Course Fee: $29 Instructor: Amir Marmachi, MA Room: Wahl Room

Credit 103: How To Find the Best Credit Offers and Make Money With Your Improved Credit
So far you have learned how to achieve a good or excellent credit score. The next step is to carefully use your good credit to make $1000 to $4000 a year just by choosing a small number of the best credit cards in the market. The most important part is that in this class you will learn how to achieve this goal without sacrificing your privacy or endurance of your good credit.
COURSE #: 32
DAY: Thurs TIME: 12:00-1:30pm DATES: Mar. 13
Course Fee: $39 Instructor: Amir Marmachi, MA Room: Wahl Room

Starting Your Own Business
This class includes a discussion of the advantages and disadvantages of starting your own small business. This is a "how-to" course that includes logistics, marketing, legal, and tax concerns. A video on starting your own small business will be shown.
COURSE #: 34
DAY: Wed. TIME: 6:00pm-9:00pmDATES: Feb. 27th & Mar. 5
Course Fee: $40 Instructor: Debra Karplus Room: Chapel