FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 26, 2004
Media Contact: Michael Corby — 904.632.3310
Public Contact: Continuing Education — 904.633.8292

Dance and Fitness classes offered at Florida Community College

FCCJ provides numerous opportunities this summer for those interested in improving their physical well being through dance and fitness classes.

Belly Dancing Aerobics, a high-energy exercise routine that uses traditional belly dancing movements to shape and tone, meets on Mondays, May 10 – July 5 at FCCJ South Campus from 7 to 8 p.m. Cost is $45.

Beginning Ballroom Dancing, which covers the basics of ballroom dancing including the foxtrot, waltz, rumba and tango, meets on Mondays, May 17 – June 28, 7 to 9 p.m. at the FCCJ Deerwood Center. Tuition is $89 per couple.

Swing and Latin Dancing will meet on Wednesdays beginning May 26 – June 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the FCCJ Deerwood Center. This course features the jive, cha cha, salsa, rumba, meringue and more. Cost is $89 per couple.

Yoga and Meditation is designed to reduce stress and improve flexibility through exercise postures. Two classes are scheduled on Tuesdays, May 18 – July 6 at the FCCJ Deerwood Center; 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 6 to 7:30 p.m. The cost is $45.

Tai Chi, a healing, meditative art, suitable for all ages and physical conditions, meets on Thursdays, May 20 – July 8 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. or Mondays, May 17 – July 19 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the FCCJ Deerwood Center. Cost is $65.

Mind & Body Pilates is a mat-based exercise approach that strengthens the back and abdomen while enhancing mind/body awareness. Class meets twice weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 18 – June 24 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at FCCJ South Campus. Tuition is $49.

FCCJ Deerwood Center is located at 9911 Old Baymeadows Rd., and FCCJ South Campus is located at 11901 Beach Blvd. Students may register online at www.fccj.edu or at any FCCJ campus. For information, contact FCCJ Continuing Education Department at 904.633.8292.