News: Adult Programs 2023
Adult Programs 2023
Feel Good Yoga
Dates: Thursdays
Session II: December 15-January 19 (Make-Up 1/26)
Session III: April 6-June 1 (No Class May 11)
Time: 9:00-10:00am
Who: Ages 15+
Fee: Session II: $90 (6 Wks) $60 (Carlisle Seniors Only)
Session III: $120 (8 Wks) $90 (Carlisle Seniors Only)
Instructor: Laurel Huggins
Location: Brick Building
Through a gentle yoga flow, coordinated with the breath, this “feel good” yoga class will increase your energy, focus the mind, and relax the body. With mindful stretching, students can gain flexibility, reduce tension and improve range of motion. You will need a yoga mat and water. The use of yoga blocks and straps is offered and also encouraged to provide extra support and offset limited range of motion. Appropriate for all levels, those new to yoga or looking to stretch and strengthen.
Laurel grew up in Carlisle and now lives in Bedford. She has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and received her teaching certificate from LPY in Lexington, MA. Her classes are themed to music, provide an opportunity for self-exploration, and encourage students to work within their own abilities. She considers yoga lifestyle journey that keeps her healthy, grounded, and mindful.
Zumba® Fitness – Take the Work out of your Workout!
Dates: Mondays
Session III: January 9-February 27 (No Class on 1/16 & 2/20)
Session IV: March 6-April 10
Session V: May 1-June 12 (No Class 5/29)
Time: 5:00-6:00pm (Note: 11/7 – 4:45-5:45)
Who: Ages 18+
Fee: $60/Session (6 Classes)
Instructor: Donna Johnson
Location: Exercise Room, Carlisle School
Ditch the workout. Join the party! Zumba® is a dance-based fitness program that provides a great cardio workout set to fun, motivating Latin and international music. This one-hour class will mix low-intensity and high-intensity moves to stretch, sculpt, and tone your muscles while efficiently burning calories. The class is appropriate for all fitness levels. No previous dance or Zumba® experience is required. Wear sneakers and bring a water bottle. With Zumba®, working out has never been so fun! Once you register, instructor will send an invitation via email.
Stretching Class
Dates: Mondays, March 20-May 1 (No Class 4/17)
Time: 7:30-8:30pm
Who: Ages 18+
Fee: $145/Session (6 Classes)
Instructor: Kendra Thyne
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
This class will begin with a short warm-up to get our bodies ready to stretch. Once we’re warm, we’ll begin a series of flowing, active stretching. We will stretch every part of the body. Then we’ll go deeper, using an exercise band to assist with passive stretching. During these final stretches, we’ll be holding each stretch for 30-60 seconds. Please wear sneakers and bring an exercise mat.
Instructor Info: Kendra Thyne has been a Pilates Instructor for 25 years. She danced professionally with Oakland Ballet and has had a life-long love of stretching!
Understanding Home Wi-Fi
Date: Tuesday, March 7
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $25
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Rod Gregoire
Wi-Fi has become an essential utility in the home, almost as important as electricity, plumbing, and heating/air conditioning. Nearly every electronic device you buy for your home today comes with Wi-Fi built in. If your Wi-Fi doesn't work well, your house won't work well.
This course will teach you the basics of home networking and Wi-Fi and ways to improve it. We will cover important topics such as: What are the basic components of your home network and Wi-Fi? What is the difference between internet service and Wi-Fi? How to improve your home's Wi-Fi, How to secure your home Wi-Fi, Simple troubleshooting techniques, Ways to save money on your internet/cable/monthly phone bill
About Our Instructor: Rod Gregoire is the owner of Merrimack Valley Wi-Fi Pros, a Chelmsford based business. He has worked in hi-tech for 30+ years specializing in designing, building, and delivering high performance computer networking systems. Rod utilizes his extensive experience in computer networking to deliver exceptional Wi-Fi for his customers.
Sculptural Architectural Letter
Dates: Wednesdays March 29-April 26 (No Class 4/19)
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: $150 (4 Wks)
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Debra OConnell
In this fun four-week workshop you will be taken through a simple step by step process as you build a sculptural letter of your own choosing in a font that you have designed. Once the letter is constructed a variety of media (painting, drawing, collage and embellishment) can be used to decorate and finish your piece. Fee includes basic materials to construct letter.
Instructor Bio: Debra Ciccone O-Connell is a visual storyteller, painter, illustrator and art educator who lives
and works in Chelmsford MA where she also resides with her husband and two children. In her work she uses soft pastel, acrylic paint, foam plate printing, cut paper and a wide variety of other drawing and sculptural media. She holds both a B.F.A. degree in studio art and M.A.T. in Art Education respectively from
Plymouth State University in N.H. During her professional career she has had much of her work exhibited in solo, juried, and group shows. Her paintings are held in private and public collections throughout New England as well as in other areas of the United States. Examples of her finished drawings have been used in publication. In addition she has taught Visual Art in public and private school programs as well as independently for over 16 years. She currently operates her own private teaching studio in Chelmsford MA where she teaches small group classes and artist’s workshops. Beginning in March and running through until June of 2023 Debra will be featured as a visiting artist at Artistic Roots Gallery in Plymouth NH. She is currently a member of the Arts League of Lowell, The Chelmsford Art Society and the Women’s Caucus for the Arts. To learn more about Debra and her work please visit www.debraoconnellartist.com
Expressive Drawing with Line
Dates: Mondays, March 27-April 24 (No Class 4/17)
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: $125 (4 Wks)
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Debra OConnell
Using the element of line as a focal point we will explore a variety of ways in which to build observational drawing skill as well as use the element of line effectively for expression in both representational and abstract drawing. Practices will include blind contour, modified contour, continuous line as well as zen doodle. A variety of media will be used (pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, colored pencils, markers and conte’ crayon) in
these open ended explorations and exercises.
Instructor: Bio: Debra Ciccone O-Connell is a visual storyteller, painter, illustrator and art educator who lives
and works in Chelmsford MA where she also resides with her husband and two children. In her work she uses soft pastel, acrylic paint, foam plate printing, cut paper and a wide variety of other drawing and sculptural media. She holds both a B.F.A. degree in studio art and M.A.T. in Art Education respectively from Plymouth State University in N.H. During her professional career she has had much of her work exhibited in solo, juried, and group shows. Her paintings are held in private and public collections throughout New England as well as in other areas of the United States. Examples of her finished drawings have been used in publication. In addition she has taught Visual Art in public and private school programs as well as independently for over 16 years.
She currently operates her own private teaching studio in Chelmsford MA where she teaches small group classes and artist’s workshops. Beginning in March and running through until June of 2023 Debra will be featured as a visiting artist at Artistic Roots Gallery in Plymouth NH. She is currently a member of the Arts League of Lowell, The Chelmsford Art Society and the Women’s Caucus for the Arts. To learn more about Debra and her work please visit www.debraoconnellartist.com
Spanish for Adults - Online
Dates: Wednesdays, January 11-March 22 (No Class 2/22)
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $300 (10 Wks)
Instructor: Concord Scholars’ School
Location: Online
Led by highly qualified, experienced and creative native-speaking teachers, our foreign language classes focus on developing communicative skills while enhancing a cultural understanding of these languages.
This is a class with which participants will acquire knowledge of basic, practical communication, such as salutations, opinions, introductions and giving descriptions of people and things. As classes progress, students will learn to talk about themselves, their feelings, interests and more. These skills will be reinforced through in-class activities that will make learning fun.
ASL for Adults - Online
Dates: Monday, January 16-March 27 (No Class 2/20)
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: $300 (10 Wks)
Location: Online, via ZOOM link
Led by highly qualified, experienced and creative native-speaking teachers, our foreign language classes focus on developing communicative skills while enhancing a cultural understanding of these languages.
This is a class with which participants will acquire knowledge of basic, practical communication, such as salutations, opinions, introductions and giving descriptions of people and things. As classes progress, students will learn to talk about themselves, their feelings, interests and more. These skills will be reinforced through in-class activities that will make learning fun.
Caregiver Stress and Self Care for Dementia – Class #1
Dates: Wednesday, January 25
Time: 6:30-7:45pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $20/person
$100 (all 6 Dementia Classes) $70 (Carlisle Seniors)
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Olivia Evans, CDP, CMDCP
An interactive webinar about dementia, caregiver stress, and self-care. Learn how to approach stress, and avenues of self-care. Walk away equipped with resources and tools to feel supported, knowledgeable and confident, no matter your role.
Resources for Massachusetts Seniors and Caregivers for Dementia – Class #2
Dates: Wednesday, February 8
Time: 6:30-7:45pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $20/person
$100 (all 6 Dementia Classes) $70 (Carlisle Seniors)
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Olivia Evans, CDP, CMDCP
Learn specific resources and benefits available to you and your loved one.
Brain Basics for Dementia – Class #3
Dates: Wednesday, March 22
Time: 6:30-7:45pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $20/person
$100 (all 6 Dementia Classes) $70 (Carlisle Seniors)
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Olivia Evans, CDP, CMDCP
Purple Hydrangea is focused on dementia, but the first step to learning about a brain disease is learning about the brain itself. Join to learn about what each lobe of the brain does in a way that everyone can understand. Educating yourself on the brain an dhow it works can be helpful in all aspects of your life – not just dementia awareness.
Introduction to Dementia – Class #4
Dates: Wednesday, April 5
Time: 6:30-7:45pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $20/person
$100 (all 6 Dementia Classes) $70 (Carlisle Seniors)
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Olivia Evans, CDP, CMDCP
Get your basic dementia questions answered! What is it? What does it look like? How does it affect them and me? Plus… what do I do now? If you’ve heard of dementia (or many of the other “memory loss” terms), but aren’t sure what it is or you want to learn more, this webinar can help! Spend an hour learning the basics of all things “dementia”.
Forms and Stages of Dementia – Class #5
Dates: Wednesday, May 17
Time: 6:30-7:45pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $20/person
$100 (all 6 Dementia Classes) $70 (Carlisle Seniors)
Location: Town Hall or Brick Building
Instructor: Olivia Evans, CDP, CMDCP
Learn about the most common forms of dementia and how the disease may progress over time. Get a better understanding of what dementia is, the most common types, signs/symptoms, and its progression.
Sensory Changes in Dementia – Class #6
Dates: Thursday, June 8
Time: 6:30-7:45pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $20/person
$100 (all 6 Dementia Classes) $70 (Carlisle Seniors)
Location: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Instructor: Olivia Evans, CDP, CMDCP
Learn about the five senses, their normal decline with aging, and how the decline differs in those living with dementia. We will also discuss how your approach can be more positive based on their sensory changes.
Infant Massage
Dates: Tuesday or Thursdays
Session I: Tuesday, January 24-February 9
Session II: Thursdays, January 26-February 16
Session III: Tuesday, March 21-April 11
Session IV: Thursday, March 23-April 20 (No Class 4/13)
Session V: Tuesday, April 25-May 16
Session VI: Thursday, April 27-May 18
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Who: Birth to 6 months (Pre-crawling)
Fee: $100
Location: Session I, III, V: Brick Building, 97 School Street
Session II, IV, VI: Virtual
Instructors: Mary Beilman
As a Certified Educator of Infant Massage through Infant Massage USA, I will teach new strokes each week that combine Swedish and Indian Massage in addition to reflexology. Massage can help babies with sleep, gas, and fussiness. It also enhances the connection between caregiver and baby. Each class will include discussion, demonstration of strokes, and time for questions and answers. Once you have registered you will receive information about what you need for the first class.
Instructor Bio: Mary Beilman will lead the classes and has over 20 years of experience working with families as a Family Support Specialist, providing parent education, home visits and one on one consults. She has a Master’s in Early Childhood Special Education. She is a Certified Lactation Counselor, Certified Educator of Infant Massage, Pediatric Sleep Consultant and a Baby Sign Language Educator.
Mosaic (slip-stitch) Knitting
Dates: Wednesdays, January 11 & 25
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: $45
Location: Virtual
Instructor: Diane Johnson
Mosaic knitting is a way of knitting with colors, using only 1 color in any row. The patterns that are created look complicated but really are not. In this class, you will learn the basic technique as well as how to choose effective color combinations, while knitting either a hat or shawl (patter includes both). A great skill to learn as a new knitter or a fun one to learn even if you’re more advanced. Ability to knit, purl, cast on/off required.
Mystery Walks – Join Anytime! - Outdoors
Dates: Wednesdays and/or Thursdays
Session I: Thursday, February 23-March 23
Session II: Wednesday, April 26-May 24
Session III: Thursdays, April 27-May 25
Time: 10:00am-Noon
Who: Everyone Welcome!
Fee: $109 (5 Wks)
Instructor: Mary Hurley
Location: TBA
“The weather outside is frightful”, but ifyou can co-exist with Mother Nature and learn to embrace the beauty of winter, life is more tolerable. Come explore where you live and find new places to add toyour experiences. Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow walkers as we learn and have fun. Mary has a great folling and it will be an adventure as well as a walk! Depending upon the weather we may hite, snowshoe or ice-spikes. All terrain or hiking boots are best depending on conditions. After registering through Carlisle Recreation, email maryhurley@comcast.net for meeting locations. Weather cancellations are made up at the end of the session as needed.
Instructor Info: Mary has been the spirted leader of hikes, bike trips and other marvelous adventures for more than 30 years in our local area of historic New England. Previously, she worked as the Adult Education Coordinator for the Bedford Public Schools. Her passion has turned into quality leisure time. Now she lives to PLAY. Learning about our region and how it relates to us and to history is her passion. The shared knowledge of these connections and a desire for all of us to feel as though we are young forever is why she continues to lead people in local adventures.
Art and Soul: Intriguing Museum Tours
Dates: Wednesdays, February 22-March 22
Time: 10:00am-Noon
Who: Everyone Welcome!
Fee: $109 (5 Wks)
Instructor: Mary Hurley
Location: TBA
Visit 5 “off the beaten track” museums in our area. We carpool and meet for a docent-led tour of an intriguing variety of historic, artistic, and educational venues. Discover where we live through museums and what they tell us about our place in history. Docent led tours and a new dimension to the museum-going experience. After registering, please make sure to email MaryHurley@comcast.net to receive your first meeting place and directions. Optional, some weeks we may stay long to have lunch. Museum admission is an additional fee each week. Current Covid protocol in place for each museum; please bring a mask if needed.
Instructor Info: Mary has been the spirted leader of hikes, bike trips and other marvelous adventures for more than 30 years in our local area of historic New England. Previously, she worked as the Adult Education Coordinator for the Bedford Public Schools. Her passion has turned into quality leisure time. Now she lives to PLAY. Learning about our region and how it relates to us and to history is her passion. The shared knowledge of these connections and a desire for all of us to feel as though we are young forever is why she continues to lead people in local adventures.
Watercolor Studio Workshop
Dates: Mondays
Session III: January 30, February 6, 13, 27, March 6 (No Class 2/20) (Make-Up 3/13)
Session IV: March 20, 27, April 3, 10, 24 (No Class 4/17) (Make-Up 5/1)
Session V: May 8, 15, 22, June 5, 12 (No Class 5/29)
Time: 12:45-2:45pm
Who: Ages 18-Up
Fee: $100 (5 Wks)
$70 (Carlisle Seniors Only)
Location: Brick Building
Instructor: Joyce Dwyer
Explore the many dimensions of watercolor, wet-on-wet, wet-on-dry, transparency and opaqueness. Spontaneity, imagination, and interpretation will be combined with techniques of composition, line, value, and perspective. A range of subject from still life to landscape will be the focus of each workshop. All skill levels welcome!
Getting Paid to Talk/An Introduction to Professional Voice Over - Online
Date: Monday, July 24
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & up
Fee: $45
Location: Town Hall or Online
Instructor: Voice Coaches
If you’ve ever wondered how to begin in voice over part time, full time, or for supplemental or retirement income, this workshop is a great, upbeat, and most importantly, realistic first step. Our easy-to-access remote learning system will take you behind the scenes at Voice Coaches main studios, where we regularly produce voice over content for clients including Netflix, Discovery, HGTV, Disney, Lifetime, Nickelodeon, and many more. From audio books, training material, animation, and commercials to socially relevant content, television, and much, much more: today’s voice over field has become a great way to leverage your individual voice qualities and communication skill in a whole new way. This class also includes an opportunity to receive a brief one-on-one voice range and quality assessment with our instructor.
We sincerely hope you’ll join our community of enthusiastic learners! This class is fun, realistic, and a great first step for anyone interested in voice over. About the Instructor: For more than 30 years, our team at Voice Coaches has provided voice over production, recording, and communication coaching to clients across the US and abroad. In addition to being active in numerous industry organizations, we provide internships to college students in recording, production, and entertainment business. Voice Coaches is proud to be a 16-year, A+ Member of The Better Business Bureau.
Ice Dam Prevention
Date: Tuesday, January 17
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & up
Fee: $25/family
Location: 12 Mudge Way, Rm 152, Bedford
Instructor: Mark Garvey, BPI, ICSL, owner AirSealing America
Energy prices are on the rise! In this seminar, we will discuss air sealing and insulation and how to safely reduce your home’s energy use and lower your energy costs, reduce your carbon footprint and increase comfort. If you recall the winter of 2015, it was a bad one for ice dams and the problems associated with them. Ice dams and icicles are usually a symptom of air leaks through the home’s thermal envelope in the attic. There’s a right way and a wrong way to try to prevent ice dams from recurring. Don’t throw insulation at an air-sealing problem. Methods and materials for reducing heat loss through floors, walls and ceilings will be discussed, as well as strategies for determining air infiltration through the home’s thermal envelope (What’s that? We’ll define that too!)
Instructor Bio: Mark founded AirSealing America in 2008, and is based in Concord, MA. He has a degree in Environmental Science with a concentration in Energy Issues from SUNY Plattsburg. He specializes in evaluating a home's energy efficiency through visual inspection and testing (blower door, infrared and combustion safety testing), and improving the home by sealing air leaks and increasing insulation levels, if needed. More info at www.airsealingamerica.com
Belly Dancing
Date: Thursdays
Session I: January 5-19 (Beginner/Refresher)
Session II: January 26-March 23 (Returning Dancers) (No Class 2/23)
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & up
Fee: Session I: $43 (3 wks)
Session II: $115 (8 wks)
Location: 12 Mudge Way, Union Room, Bedford
Instructor: Demet Senturk
This class was so popular, we are bringing it back for the Winter; starting with a 3-week beginner/or refresher class, followed by a class for returning dancers! Benefits of belly dance are both mental and physical. Belly dancing provides a good cardiovascular workout and helps increase flexibility and strength. The emphasis on muscular "isolations" teaches the ability to move various muscles or muscle groups independently. This dynamic, fun, easy, and original belly dancing fitness program combines exercise with dance moves. The practice offers mental health benefits including an improved sense of well-being, better body image and self-esteem, and the generally positive outlook that comes with regular, enjoyable exercise. This is suitable for all ages and body types. Regular workout clothes are appropriate. Participants can choose to be barefoot or wear socks. Coin belts will be provided as props to try during class. This is an in-person class.
Instructor Bio: Demet, a Bedford resident, originally from Turkey, has performed various styles of dance since she was little. She has studied the art of belly dancing for most of her life and developed a style that combines contemporary music and traditional forms of belly dance to encourage self-expression, exercise and empowerment. Her philosophy with this program is to position belly dancing as a great way of building and embracing confidence and elegance. She created and taught her unique belly dancing program at Northeastern University, Smith College and Simmons University. Demet works in biotech and holds her undergraduate (biochemistry) and master’s degree (biotechnology) from Northeastern University and MBA from Simmons University School of Business.
Zentangle (Virtual)
Date: Wednesdays, March 1-15
Time: 7:00-8:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & up
Fee: $35 (3 wks)
Location: Virtual
Instructor: Susan McFarlane, Artist
Zentangle® is a method of meditative art making. Each creation is personal and allows you to relax, increase hand-eye coordination, and connect with others in a creative, positive, online atmosphere. No previous art experience or skill is required. This program is accessible to all who have interest in adding some creativity to their week. Draw along with Susan McFarlane, Certified Zentangle® Teacher. Each student’s drawing is unique to them, and when viewed with others is altogether something amazing. Zoom link will be emailed to you prior to class. Material list available in registration link, in the office or can be emailed.
Materials for Zentangle
- Paper (blank bond paper, bristol paper, card stock, drawing paper, anything fairly smooth) or Zentangle® brand tile 3.5” x 3.5 “ or larger
- Pencil, regular No. 2
- Pen that writes nicely (Micron brand are wonderful)
- Tortillon/blending stump (alternatively a small piece of soft paper rolled to a point will work, or in a pinch a cotton swab)
Instructor Bio: Susan was born and raised in Massachusetts where she was constantly drawing, painting, and making things. She earned a B.S. in Design from Brigham Young University, a Post Baccalaureate Certificate from Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts,a Masters in Museum Studies from Harvard and is a certified Zentangle® Teacher. She has studied with Kathleen Conover, James Toogood, and Marie Natale combining techniques from each into her own style. Susan is an instructor at LexArt, has taught at Snow Farm, and Rockport Art Association & Museum. Susan is a member of Rockport Art Association Experimental Art Group, Cambridge Art Association, and other local arts groups. She loves to “play in the water” and share her love of watercolor with students. For more information: mcfarlanearts.com
Aromatherapy with Essential Oils Workshop
Date: Wednesdays, February 1
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Who: Ages 18 & up
Fee: $40
Location: 12 Mudge Way, Room 139, Bedford
Instructor: Cheryl Maloney, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500
Founder of Sacred Space Yoga Therapy LLC
Come learn about the health benefits of using essential oils. In this class we will learn about which oils can help promote different states of relaxation, uplift your mood, and help ease some discomforts in the body. You will learn how to make a lip balm with your choice of flavor. You will also leave with a few sample oils to experiment at home with. Cheryl uses all Doterra oils which are therapeutic grade essential oils. Fee includes all materials.
Garden Classes: Open to All Levels of Gardeners from Beginner to Expert
Dates: Mondays, April 3-October 30 (No Holidays)
Time: 10:00-11:30am
Who: Everyone Welcome (Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an Adult)
Fee: Free
Location: Carlisle Center Park
Instructors: Alison Saylor, Joan Allen, and many other Master Gardeners
Friends of Center Park invite you to join Massachusetts Master Gardeners in a “hands-on and how-to” series of classes where creating and maintaining sun and shade gardens and landscapes will be discussed and demonstrated in a real garden setting rather than a classroom. Topics will follow the natural cycle of the season and include designing garden beds, starting seeds, dividing perennials, taking cuttings, making, and using compost, watering, weeding, pruning, trimming, edging, identifying, labeling, and nurturing soil and plants. A new initiative is to expand the Pollinator Garden, plant a willow living fence and native shrubs in our Hügelkultur planting berm, and add to the newly established Woodland Garden beds and pathways. Bring a chair to just sit nearby and observe, if you prefer, as the "hands-on" portion of this class is entirely optional. Please dress for the weather, and bring garden gloves, your favorite bug repellent, hydration for yourself, and clippers if you have them.
In case of rain: Class cancelled if pouring rain, but feel free to still attend if just a mild drizzle, as overcast and damp is ideal for gardening weather.
For program information, contact Alison Saylor via email at Friends@carlislecenterpark.org.
Daytime Family Karate
Dates: Fridays,
Session III: March 3-May 5 (No Class 3/24 & 4/21)
Session IV: May 12-June 9
Time: 1:00-1:45pm
Who: Ages 3 & Up
Fee: Session I, II, III: $180 (8 Wks)
Session IV: $115 (5 Wks)
Instructor: Sarah Corey, One Step Beyond Martial Arts Training
Location: Brick Building
This class is for those families wishing to train together in the same class. Ages 3 and up are welcome to participate. This class is also ideal for those who are homeschooled, hybrid or remote learners or those second shift workers who cannot make the evening classes.
Adult Karate
Dates: Fridays,
Session III: March 3-May 5 (No Class 3/24 & 4/21)
Session IV: May 12-June 9
Time: 11:45-12:30pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: Session I, II, III: $180 (8 Wks)
Session IV: $115 (5 Wks)
Instructor: Sarah Corey, One Step Beyond Martial Arts Training
Location: Brick Building
Students of all ranks from White Belt to Black Belt train together. We find the combination of energy and adult maturity a great formula for exciting and energizing classes. The mixture of belt ranks also allows a novice White Belt to be paired with an upper level belt so they can acquire the tools needed for improved confidence and self-defense as quickly as possible.
Red Cross Pediatric & Adult CPR/First Aid/AED Training
Dates: Fridays
Session IV: February 3
Session V: May 5
Time: 5:30-8:00pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: $109*
Instructor: Sarah Corey
Location: Brick Building
Come learn how to save a life! This course is a small group training for people looking to get certified in CPR/First Aid/AED for pediatric & adults! Taught by a Red Cross certified instructor. *Cost of certification not included, $35 will be charged additionally at the successful completion of the course for the red cross fees for certification. Space is limited to 5 participants.
Archery for All
Dates: Wednesdays.
Session II: March 1-29 (Make-Up on 4/5)
Session III: April 12-May 17 (No Class 4/19)
Session IV: May 24-June 21
Session V: June 28-July 26
Session VI: August 2-30
Time: Session II: 5:30-6:30pm
Session III-VI: 6:00-7:00pm
Who: Grades 4 - Adult
Fee: $215 (5 Wks)
Instructor: On the Mark Archery
Location: Session II & V: Ripley Elementary School, 120 Meriam Rd, Concord
Session III: South Road Field, 1 Fayette Road, Bedford
Session IV & VI: Spalding Field, Church Street, Carlisle
Learn archery indoors this winter and enjoy a fun and engaging introduction to one of the world's oldest sports! On the Mark Archery and our team of instructors will teach this unique martial art to students using beautiful wooden recurve bows and encourage participants to make proper form the measuring point of success. Improved hand eye coordination, attention span and discipline are only a few of the many benefits that come with practicing on the range. Coaches develop lesson plans that integrate skill building drills with creative games and challenges that include prizes to keep students excited about coming to class each week! All equipment provided and session is led by certified USA Archery instructors.
Disc Golf for Adults
Dates: Monday, March 13-April 3
Time: 1:30-2:30pm
Who: Ages 16-99
Fee: $100 (4 Wks)
Instructor: Roseanne Ham
Location: Spalding Field, Church Street
"Have fun with friends while learning one of the fastest growing sports in the country, disc golf. During this clinic you will learn everything needed to get started in the fun – skills, rules, and course play (playing on a simulated Disc Golf Course). All you will need to bring is a bottle of water. Discs will be provided for the event."
Ikier Wellness Laughter Yoga Workshop
Dates: Wednesday, January 11th, 2023
Times: Option 1: 12:00pm-1pm, virtual on Zoom
Option 2: Recorded class video, available to watch anytime from January 11th, 2023, through January 18th, 2023
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: $49
Instructor: Beverley Ikier, Ikier Wellness Center
Description: Laughter yoga is shown to reduce stress, boost mood, strengthen immune system, increase energy level, and more! In this workshop you will learn the benefits of Laughter Yoga and how to implement this practice in your life.
All movements are osteopenia/osteoporosis-friendly!!!
Equipment needed: Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable exercise clothing.
Instructors: Beverley Ikier, certified with the National Council of Strength and Fitness, Board Certified Muscular Therapist, member of Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, and creator of OsteofitnessTM. Cailin Coleman a Certified Laughter Yoga Teacher and Trainer.
Osteofitness™ Sample Class - FREE
Dates: Monday, January 9th
Times: Option 1: 12:00pm-1pm, virtual on Zoom
Option 2: Recorded class video, available to watch anytime from January 9ththrough January 16th
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: FREE
Instructor: Beverley Ikier, Ikier Wellness Center
Description: Evidence shows that treatment for osteoporosis is multifaceted, involving not only strength training, but nutrition and lifestyle changes, too. OsteofitnessTM follows this philosophy, combining strength training, stretching, posture improvement, balance and proprioceptive training, and fall-prevention techniques, which specifically target osteoporotic sites, with health education, bone-health nutrition, and stress-management skills. In addition to the our class, the program includes numerous supplemental class perks, including two recorded videos, a monthly newsletter, monthly carne (meat-based) and vegetarian recipes, email coaching outside of class, a 20-minute consultation to discuss your bone scan, and bonus material. OsteofitnessTM is a comprehensive course geared at building new bone and most members have seen improvement in their bone scan T-scores after participating!
Come join us for our free sample class, learn about overcoming osteoporosis, and see what OsteofitnessTM is all about!
Equipment needed: "Beverley" ball (which is a 35cm inflatable, bouncy ball), hand weights, an exercise mat (not a yoga mat), and ankle weights. Please visit osteofitness.com under equipment and apparel for more information. Wear comfortable exercise clothing. You will be emailed a Zoom link in advance of each class.
Instructor: Beverley Ikier, certified with the National Council of Strength and Fitness, Board Certified Muscular Therapist, member of Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, and creator of OsteofitnessTM.
Osteofitness™ (Pre-recorded)
Dates: Session II: March 14-May 4
Session III: May 9-June 29
Session IV: July 11-August 31
Time: Videos available to watch on your schedule, as many times as you would like.
Access is granted for the duration of the session.
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: $352 (8 recorded video classes)
Instructor: Beverley Ikier, owner of the Ikier Wellness center, is certified with the National Council of Strength and Fitness, a Board-Certified Muscular Therapist, member of Bone Health and Osteoporosis Foundation, and creator of OsteofitnessTM.
Description: Evidence shows that treatment for osteoporosis is multifaceted, involving not only strength training, but nutrition and lifestyle changes, too. OsteofitnessTM combines strength training, stretching, balance and proprioceptive training, and fall-prevention techniques to create a comprehensive program geared at building new bone. This program targets the common osteoporotic sites including the total hip, total spine, lumbar spine, neck of the femur, and wrists. Health education on how to live with osteoporosis, bone-health nutrition, and stress-management skills are taught as part of each class. Members have seen improvement in their bone scan T-scores after participating in the OsteofitnessTM program!
OsteofitnessTM Perks: Members received one free half-hour consultation, and email coaching throughout the session with Beverley Ikier. This is aimed at making a personalized plan to treat your osteoporosis. The OsteofitnessTM Newsletter discusses important topics pertaining to osteoporosis, general health, stress management, bone-health nutrition, strengthening for osteoporosis, along with interest and travel pieces. The Bites with Bev recipes, include both carne (meat-based) and vegetarian recipes designed with bone-health nutrition in-mind. Both are sent to members each month as part of the program. Two floating videos are included in the program: A pre-recorded OsteofitnessTM and a new Self-Care class. Both videos are available to watch at your convenience for the duration of the session.
Equipment needed: "Beverley" ball (which is a 35cm inflatable, bouncy ball), hand weights, an exercise mat (not a yoga mat), and ankle weights. Please visit osteofitness.com under equipment and apparel for more information. Wear comfortable exercise clothing. You will be emailed a link and password upon registration. Videos hosted by osteofitness.com.
Adult Outdoor Pickleball Classes with Marcus Lewis
Dates: Thursdays, April 27-May 25 (Rain Date: 6/1)
Time: 5:15-6:15pm
Who: Ages 16+
Fee: $110 (5 Wks)
Location: Carlisle Town Courts, Church Street
Instructor: Marcus Lewis Tennis Center Staff
If you have been looking to get exposed to the sport of pickleball then this is the class for you. The class teaches kids the basic fundamental skills and techniques. The Marcus Lewis Tennis Extension Program is a non-profit that specializes in offering high-level tennis instruction through community programming. The Extension Program utilizes professional instructors and the most current methods to achieve the most effective results. Participants should bring their own paddle.
Pickleball for Adults - Indoor
Dates: Thursdays,
Session I: January 12-March 9 (No Class 2/23)
Session II: March 16-May 11 (No Class 4/20)
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Beginner: 6:30-7:45pm (Court 1, Court 2)
Intermediate: 7:45-9:00pm (Court 1, Court 2)
Advanced: 6:30-9:00pm (Court 3, Court 4)
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $55/Session (8 Nights of Play)
$40 (Carlisle Seniors)
Payment/Registration required prior to play
Location: Carlisle Corey Gym, Church Street
Come join the fun and play the fastest growing sport in America! We are offering play at three different levels so everyone can enjoy the game. There is play for: 1. Beginners / no experience level 2. Intermediate / competitive level (2.5 - 3.5 rating) 3. Advanced / tournament level (3.5+ rating). Please bring your own paddle to play; indoor balls will be provided. Preregistration through the Carlisle Recreation Department is required. No play if schools are closed. Participants should bring their own paddle and protective eye wear is also recommended. (Amazon carries clear protective sports glasses that slip on easily.)
Badminton Parent/Child
Dates: Fridays
Session I: January 13 - March 31 (No Class 2/3, 2/24, 3/3, 3/24)
Session II: April 14 – June 9 (No Class 4/21, 5/5, 6/2)
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Who: Ages 7+ with parent
Fee: Session I: $80 (8 wks)
Session II: $60 (6 wks)
Location: Carlisle Corey Gym, Church Street
Parent/Child Family Time. Parents must be present and playing. Fun for the entire family. Emphasis will be on rules, scoring, and basic skills. Lots of playing time. A good way to finish the week!
Come join us and find out: why this is the fastest sport, why no American has medaled in the Olympics, for over 60 years, why it is great for cross training and how it is different from those lazy backyard outings. We share and rotate court time. We play in a supportive, positive environment. You will need to bring enthusiasm, a racket (we have them for evaluation, sale and a few to use until you get one) a change of court shoes (no outside shoes in the gym) and water. We provide the shuttles, but you may use your own. This is a recreational and developmental program.
Preregistration thru the Carlisle Recreation Dept. is required. No play if schools are closed. We will limit the numbers of participants. You will check in each night. Open to those from surrounding towns.
Questions: Doug Deyoe @ DDVADER1@gmail.com or Holly Mansfield at Carlisle Recreation hmansfield@carlislema.gov
Badminton for Adults
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays
Winter Session:
Mondays: January 9, 23, 30
February 6, 13, 27
March 6, 13, 20, 27
Wednesdays: January 4, 11, 18, 25
February 1, 8, 15
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Spring Session:
Mondays: April 3, 10, 24
May 1, 8, 15, 22
June 5, 12
(No Class 4/17 & 5/29)
Wednesdays: April 5, 12, 26
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
June 7, 14
(No Class 4/19)
Time: 7:00-9:30pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: Register for one day or two days – We are not able to prorate for missed classes
Winter Session-Mondays: $70 – 10 Classes
Winter Session-Wednesdays: $84 – 12 Classes
Spring Session - Mondays: $63 - 9 Classes
Spring Session - Wednesdays: $70 - 10 Classes
Location: Carlisle Corey Gym, Church Street
Come join us and find out: why this is the fastest sport, why no American has medaled in the Olympics, for over 60 years, why it is great for cross training and how it is different from those lazy backyard outings. Beginner to advanced players are welcome (16 and up, our oldest is 75)
Peers will be available to support you as you learn the basics and transition from the backyard to maybe tournament level play. Advanced players play with peers, but also are asked to team up with others to share ideas and skills. We share and rotate court time. We play in a supportive, positive environment. You will need to bring enthusiasm, a racket (we have them for evaluation, sale and a few to use until you get one) a change of court shoes (no outside shoes in the gym) and water. We provide the shuttles, but you may use your own. This is a recreational and developmental program, and we share court time.
Due to COVID we ask all players to be fully COVID vaccinated and masks are strongly recommended. Preregistration thru the Carlisle Recreation Dept. is required. (On site if space is available). No play if schools are closed. You may register for either or both nights for the season
We will limit the numbers of participants. You will check in each night. Open to those from surrounding towns.
Questions: Doug Deyoe @ DDVADER1@gmail.com or Holly Mansfield at Carlisle Recreation hmansfield@carlislema.gov
Basketball for Adults
Dates: Tuesdays
Winter: January 10, 17, 24, 31
February 7, 14, 28
March 7, 14, 21, 28, April 4
Spring: April 11, 25
May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
June 6, 13, 20
Time: 7:00-9:30pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: Tuesdays - Winter $55 (11 Nights of Play)
Tuesdays - Spring $50 (10 Nights of Play)
Payment required prior to play
Location: Carlisle Corey Gym, Church Street
This program is open to men and women who are looking for organized weekly basketball games. Overall, this program is for fun and a chance to practice skills and play. Minimum of 10 players.
Due to COVID we ask all players to be fully COVID vaccinated. At this time, masks are optional. Preregistration through the Carlisle Recreation Department is required. No play if schools are closed.
Everyday Asian Flavors
Dates: Tuesday or Thursday
Session I: April 25
Session II: April 27
Time: Session I: 10:00-12:30pm
Session II: 6:30-9:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & up
Fee: $82/Session (includes all food)
Instructor: Katie Walter, Two Aprons Cookery
Location: 12 Mudge Way (Room 149), Bedford
In this class, you'll explore vibrant dishes from a variety of Asian countries, all of which are quick and easy to make. We'll start with Thailand and make one of the country's most popular dishes - Shrimp Pad Thai. Next is China with Garlicky Soy Green Beans. Then our last dish is a bit of Chinese and Korean fusion - Chicken Fried Rice with Kimchi. Occasionally we will have leftovers, so feel free to bring a reusable container if you want to bring food home and an apron.
Make Your Own Probiotics: Sauerkraut Workshop!
Dates: Thursdays
Session I: April 6
Session II: May 4
Time: Session I: 10:00am-12:00Noon
Session II: 7:00-9:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $50/session (includes materials)
Location: 12 Mudge Way (Room 152), Bedford
Instructor: Emily Makrez, MS
Owner of F-Word Farm (Farming, Foraging and Fermentation)
At this class on food preservation, you will learn the principles of fermentation and how to make sauerkraut yourself! Did you know most of the sauerkraut you buy in stores is pasteurized, thus killing the helpful probiotics contained within? When you make it yourself, you will see how easy (and fun!) it is to not only capture these microbes, but also create a delicious sauerkraut! You’ll get your hands in there and leave with your own jar of sauerkraut to care for and eat! The demonstration will include the basic principles of fermentation so you will also leave with the knowledge and confidence to be able to safely ferment practically anything! We will touch on the benefits of lacto-fermented food and how adding these foods to our diets are a benefit to our overall health. Samples will be provided! Please bring an apron, knife, cutting board and large mixing bowl (at least 8 inches wide and 5 inches deep).
Puppy Socialization and Basic Skills (for dogs ages: 10 weeks –5 months)
Dates: Wednesdays, April 26-May 31 (No Class 5/10) (Rain Dates: 6/14 & 6/21)
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Who: Ages 18 & Up
Fee: $225 (6 Wks)
Location: Springs Brook Park Soccer Field, 171 Springs Road, Bedford
Instructor: Jennifer Chubb, ABCDT
Owner Peace of Mind Personalized Pet Care Solutions LLC
This class will combine the all important puppy socialization with the following: Effective Communication - Body Language - Focus skills - Energy Management - Basic cues (Sit, Down, Wait, Leave It, Drop It, Walking Skills 101 and Reliable Recall 101). We will also address common puppy issues such as potty, nipping, chewing & jumping. Requirements: Certification of up-to-date vaccination records (within 7 days of class start) including Bordetella & Rabies, certification of clean fecal sample, parasite & disease free (please bring records with you to first class). Flea/tick/heartworm medication recommended. Please bring soft yummy (high value) treats that can be torn/broken into small pieces. I highly recommend Nudges Steak Grillers. Also bring a harness/4 - 6 foot leash (no prong/pinch or electric collars). We will be training with LOVE! Dress for the weather and bring a towel, mat, etc. along with a folding chair if you would like.
Basic Bike Maintenance
Dates/Times: Wednesdays,
Session I: April 5 & 12, 9:00-10:00am
Session II: April 12, 6:15-8:00pm
Who: Ages 16 & Up
Fee: $35/session
Location: Bikeway Source, 111 South Road, Bedford
Instructor: Chris Li, Co-Owner, Bikeway Source
This course is geared to newer cyclists. Covered will be basic bicycle maintenance and repair for most bicycles. When you are done with the class, you will have a better understanding of how to set up the shifting and braking on your bike, how to fix a flat tire and best practices to keep your bike running smoothly before and after your ride. Please do not bring your bike to class.