Outdoor Recreation, Exercise, & Movement courses - Central Oregon Community College

Advanced Beginning Ballet

Embrace the world of ballet with experienced dance instructor Hilary Crockett. Let's learn more about ballet! Whether it's been years since your last ballet class, or you just finished Intro to Ballet class, let's have fun learning more! This is a beginner's class for those with a little experience under their belt but, rest assured, it's the place for anyone needing a refresher on the basics! We'll warm up at the barre and then move on to center work. It will be fun, low key, and a great way to get back into ballet! Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing that allows them to move easily. Ballet slippers are optional, bare feet are fine as well. All skill levels are invited to participate.

February 6, 2025 to March 6, 2025 | 6:15pm-7:15pm PST | Bend

Beginning Ballet

Embrace the world of ballet with experienced dance instructor Hilary Crockett. This beginning ballet class is suitable for the absolute beginner as well as those with more experience who wish to improve their dance conditioning. Practice proper warm-up techniques and center work using a chair as your barre. Learn ballet terminology while increasing flexibility, strength, and coordination in an encouraging environment.

October 15, 2024 to November 12, 2024 | 6:15pm-7:15pm PDT | Bend

Better Bones and Balance�

The Better Bones and Balance program, developed by researchers at the Bone Research Lab at Oregon State University, uses targeted exercises that reduce the rate of bone loss, improve strength and balance, and reduce the risk of falls.

Bird Watching For Beginners

Birds are some of the easiest wildlife to observe, even in urban areas. But how can you tell which is which? Join certified Oregon Master Naturalist, Rebecca Lexa, to learn how to tell your thrushes from your warblers, hawks from eagles, waterfowl from wading birds, and more. Whether you are a backyard bird watcher or a more adventurous bird watcher, this is a great course to get you started.

Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 6:00pm-8:30pm PST | Online

CJ 152: Rape Aggression Defense for Women (RAD)

Introduces women to the program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques called the Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) System. Topics include: awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, and basic hands-on defense training. This course is open to Women only. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

October 24-25, 2024 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend

Intro to Theatre Dance

Let's dance! Whether you are new to dance or have years of experience, all will enjoy learning easy to follow choreography using Broadway musical numbers from shows like: A Chorus Line, Chicago, and Singin' in the Rain. Experienced dance instructor Hilary Crockett will provide an encouraging environment to help you learn the basics of musical theatre dance and build your confidence. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. All skill levels are invited to participate.

October 17, 2024 to November 14, 2024 | 6:15pm-7:15pm PDT | Bend

Introduction to Contemporary Dance

This beginning adult contemporary class will introduce students to the basic skills of contemporary dance technique. Contemporary dance is influenced by the foundations of modern dance and fused with contemporary practices (release technique, GAGA, Countertechnique, etc.). Students will learn the fundamentals of contemporary floor work, traveling steps, and simple choreography. Classical training, Pilates, and yoga are important tools that will be used to help students gain an understanding of healthy alignment. Not only will students learn the basics of contemporary dance, but they will also get a great workout, build strength and flexibility, and most of all have fun!

September 5, 2024 to November 21, 2024 | 10:00am-11:15am PDT | Bend

Introduction to Restorative Yoga

Restorative yoga is a powerful sequence of supported therapeutic postures to turn on the body's natural healing capacity. This is an experience of holding shapes while being supported with bolsters, blankets and sandbags to add traction, grounding and increased range of motion. Props support the body to open and lengthen gradually.

October 3, 2024 to November 21, 2024 | 2:30pm-3:45pm PDT | Bend
January 23, 2025 to March 13, 2025 | 11:00am-12:15pm PST | Bend

Metolius River Watershed Speaker Series: Learn About Your Home Waters

The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council is coordinating a six-part informational speaker series about the Metolius River and its watershed. Learn about the Metolius River and its history, hydrology, water quality, habitat conditions, native fish, recreation and conservation, and stream restoration. There are five classroom sessions, and one full-day field trip.

February 4, 2025 to April 18, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST |

Mushroom Foraging for Beginners

Mushroom foraging is a popular pursuit in the Northwest. Learn where to search for edible mushrooms and how to identify common wild mushrooms and poisonous species. Discover more facts about fungi in your backyard! Please note this class has some crossover material with the general foraging class.

Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 6:00pm-8:00pm PST | Online

OL 194AA: Avalanche Level l & Rescue

This course introduces the various factors that contribute to avalanche hazard including terrain, weather, snowpack, and the human component (good vs. bad decision making). Avalanche safety equipment such as transceivers, probes and shovels are also presented, with instruction on how to use each of these critical pieces of safety gear. Field time is spent on: 1) developing rescue skills, including transceiver search techniques (single and multiple burial), probing and shoveling; 2) snowpack assessment; and 3) safe travel practices / group travel skills. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

OL 194AC: Avalanche Level II

This course is designed to build on the skills developed in an Avalanche Level I course. The various factors that contribute to avalanche hazard including terrain, weather, snowpack, and the human component (good vs. bad decision making) will be reviewed, as will avalanche safety equipment such as transceivers, probes and shovels and their correct use. New material will include use of a field notebook and standardized data recording, as well as completing full pit profiles. Field time is spent practicing and reviewing transceiver search techniques (single and multiple burial), snowpack assessment (through test pit, test pit plus, and full pit), and safe travel practices and group travel skills. Students must have completed an Avalanche Level I or Level I Refresher course within the past five years. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

January 9-26, 2025 | 5:00pm-8:00pm PST | Bend

OL 251: Wilderness First Aid

This course is designed to provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to care for an injured or suddenly ill person in a remote location. The methods and protocols presented follow the Wilderness Medical Society guidelines for a 16 hour certification and are specific to a wilderness setting. The Wilderness Medical Society defines wilderness as a remote geographical location more than one hour from definitive care. This is a non-credit Community Education class. You will not receive college credit.

This course contains no sessions at this time.

Oula for Everyone

Oula merges high-intensity cardio with easy-to-follow choreography, mindfulness practices, and a culture of inclusivity - all to an energetic pop soundtrack. Every Oula class empowers participants to challenge their bodies and process their emotions through music, movement, and most importantly, community connection. The focus is on "how you feel" rather than "how you look" so participants experience the freedom of a non-judgmental (of self and others) environment and community, rather than competition. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable athletic shoes.

January 27, 2025 to March 17, 2025 | 6:15pm-7:15pm PST | Bend

PNW Geology

What are you standing on? The Pacific Northwest is full of geological history of all sorts, from volcanoes to floods to ancient islands from far off in the ocean. Learn about some of the forces that created our region's landforms, and resources to go exploring on your own!

Thursday, March 20, 2025 | 6:00pm-7:30pm PDT | Online

Taekwondo

Learn Taekwondo! Master Jung offers expert training in traditional martial arts, focusing on discipline, respect, and physical fitness. Taekwondo gives a total body workout while providing stress relief, practical self-defense skills, and increased self-confidence. Classes are taught at Master Jung's studio, Deschutes Jung's Taekwondo, and are open to community members 16 and above. This 8-week class is held once per week and leads up to optional belt testing. Master Jung is 4th-degree black belt in Taekwondo, 1st-degree blackbelt in Judo and Hapkido, and a professional boxer.

Tai Chi

International Tai Chi Champion Master JianFeng Chen will help you start your journey of internal energy movement with the 8 and 24 Yang styles using humor, Eastern philosophy, and practical application. The benefits of Tai Chi include increased flexibility, balance, and strength.

Upper Deschutes Watershed Speaker Series: Learn About Your Home Waters

The Upper Deschutes Watershed Council is coordinating a six-part informational speaker series about the Upper Deschutes watershed. Learn about your watershed, water use, water conservation efforts, and fish and wildlife in the Upper Deschutes watershed. There are five classroom sessions, and one full-day field trip.

April 10, 2025 to June 13, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT |

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