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What We Offer

Our Adult Programs component is divided into the following areas:

  1. Real World (18-25 yrs. old)
  2. Computer Class
  3. ESL Class
  4. Dance Classes
  5. Shintaido
  6. Tai Chi

Adult Programs Class Schedule

Dance Classes
Class Dates Time
· Viennese Waltz (Inter.)
· Viennese Waltz (Beginner)
· Rhumba (Inter)
· Rhumba (Beginner)
· Night Club 2-Step (Inter)
· Night Club 2-Step (Beginner)
2/25, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17
2/27, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19
4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28
4/2, 4/9, 4/16, 4/23
5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 6/2
4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21
Mon. 7-8:30p.m.
Wed. 7-8:30p.m.
Mon. 7-8:30p.m.
Wed. 7-8:30p.m.
Mon. 7-8:30p.m.
Wed. 7-8:30p.m.
Health & Fitness
Class Dates Time
· Shintaido
· Tai Chi (Beginner)
· Tai Chi (Advanced)
Jan. 8th-Ongoing
Jan. 3rd-Ongoing
Jan. 3rd-Ongoing
Tue. 6:15-8:30p.m.
Thur. 8:00-9:00 p.m.
Thur. 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Computer Classes
Class Dates Time
· Computer (Beginner)
· Computer (Inter)
Feb. 27th - May 8th
Feb. 25th - May 12th
Tue. & Th 6:30-8:30p.m.
Mon. & Wed. 6:30-8:30 p.m.
English Classes
Class Dates Time
· ESL (Beginner)
· ESL (Inter)
Jan. 14th - Mar 19th
Apr. 2nd - Jun 4th
Mon & Wed 5:00-6:30p.m.
Mon & Wed 5:00-6:30p.m.

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Real World (18-25 yrs. old)
It is our newest program and it was specially developed for teens that are transitioning into adulthood. It is the first of its kind in the city of San Francisco and it is totally free. Real World offers the following classes and workshops: "Job Readiness", "Money Matters", "Computer 411", "Renter's Rights", "Eating Big, Spending Less", "Study Lounge", "Get Your Workout On".
Class descriptions and Schedule

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Computer Class
The Beginners is a 10-week curriculum course starting from the basic computer part names to customizing the Windows XP, Microsoft programs, Multimedia, Web Applications, to creating an Email address and completing a final project.
The Intermediate is also a 10-week curriculum course going in depth of the computer programs for more specific purposes, which includes: adding/deleting programs, backing up data, editing digital pictures, introduction to windows movie maker, setting up an internet connection, downloading, burning CDs, and creating web sites.

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ESL Class
This class is for students of all levels. Topics to be covered are basic grammar, vocabulary and conversation necessary for every day living in San Francisco.

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Dance Classes
These series of 4-week courses includes beginners and intermediate classes of Viennese Waltz, Rhumba, and Night Club 2-Step.

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Shintaido
A form of expressive movement rooted in the Japanese martial arts, Shintaido can improve one's focus and alertness, energy and sense of being grounded. Regular practitioners experience a stronger connection to others and to Nature. Our one-hour class uses stretching, vocalization, arrangements of slow vigorous movement, group movement and partner exercises.

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Tai Chi
Tai Chi Chuan is a Chinese form of exercise derived from Taoism, one of China's oldest belief systems. The practice of Tai Chi Chuan is beneficial to health and it is also a subtle, sophisticated and scientific method of self-defense. It is a system of exercise suitable for people of all ages. The Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan is taught in our Tai Chi classes. Beginning and advanced levels are offered.

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