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Introduction to Dog Obedience - Fall
This class is offered for all dogs who are at least 5 months old.  Learn how to train your dog using positive reinforcement training to walk on a loose leash, come when called, sit, stay and lie down on command, along with working on behavior modification (house breaking, crate training, jumping, chewing, etc.)  Shot records must be presented on the first night of class. (Rabies DHLPP, Bordetella). Minors over the age of 12 are invited to train as long as a parent or guardian is registered for the class and remains in attendance.

IMPORTANT:  PLEASE BRING YOUR DOG TO THE FIRST CLASS,
Equipment you will need:  six-foot leather or nylon lead (NO retractable leashes) and a training collar, treats, treat pouch and clean up supplies.

Tuesdays:  
Session l:   September 12 - October 17
Session ll:  November 14 - December 19 (No class Nov 8)
Time:          7:00 - 8:00 pm
Location:    Maire Elementary School Gym
Fee:           $150/6 weeks
Instructor:  Kristin Hadacz, Certified Dog Trainer

Please Note:  If you send an email to be placed on the wait  list, include the following information:
Participant's name, activity, participants contact cell number/email.

Introduction to Dog Obedience - Summer 2023
This class is offered for all dogs who are at least 5 months old.  Learn how to train your dog using positive reinforcement training to walk on a loose leash, come when called, sit, stay and lie down on command, along with working on behavior modification (house breaking, crate training, jumping, chewing, etc.)  Shot records must be presented on the first night of class. (Rabies DHLPP, Bordetella). Minors over the age of 12 are invited to train as long as a parent or guardian is registered for the class and remains in attendance.

IMPORTANT:  PLEASE BRING YOUR DOG TO THE FIRST CLASS,
Equipment you will need:  six-foot leather or nylon lead (NO retractable leashes) and a training collar, treats, treat pouch and clean up supplies.

Tuesdays:  June 20 - August 1 (No class July 4)
Time:          7:00 - 8:00 pm
Location:    Monteith Elementary School, Parking Lot
Fee:           $150/6 weeks
Instructor:  Kristin Hadacz, Certified Dog Trainer

Please Note:  If you send an email to be placed on the wait  list, include the following information:
Participant's name, activity, participants cell number/email.

Introduction to Dog Obedience - WINTER - SPRING
This class is offered for all dogs who are at least 5 months old.  Learn how to train your dog using positive reinforcement training to walk on a loose leash, come when called, sit, stay and lie down on command, along with working on behavior modification (house breaking, crate training, jumping, chewing, etc.)  Shot records must be presented on the first night of class. (Rabies DHLPP, Bordetella). Minors over the age of 12 are invited to train as long as a parent or guardian is registered for the class and remains in attendance.

         THIS ACTIVITY WILL RESUME IN THE WINTER

IMPORTANT:  PLEASE BRING YOUR DOG TO THE FIRST CLASS,
Equipment you will need:  six-foot leather or nylon lead (NO retractable leashes) and a training collar, treats, treat pouch and clean up supplies.

Tuesdays:  
Session l:   January 10 - February 14
Session ll:   February 28 - April (No March 28)
Session lll:  April 25 - May 30
Time:          7:00 - 8:00 pm
Location:    Maire Elementary School Gym
Fee:           $150/6 weeks
Instructor:  Kristin Hadacz, Certified Dog Trainer

Please Note:  If you send an email to be placed on the wait  list, include the following information:
Participant's name, activity, participants contact cell number/email.

Karate for Adults/Teens - Fall
14 years - Adult

Specifically designed to address personal-protection concerns, this program teaches a broad range of strikes, combinations, footwork and defense tactics.  Receive specialized training on how to deal with, get out of and counter a multitude of grabs and attack scenarios.  Practicing many techniques and tactics will equip you with the confidence you need to defend yourself against any type of attacker.  Learn how to use your whole body for power, making the most of your size and strength regardless of athletic ability.


Thursdays:
Session l:    Sept 14 - Oct 26  (No class Oct 19)
Session ll:   Nov 2 - Dec 14  (No class Nov 23)
Location:     Parcells Middle School, Boys Gym
Time:           8:15 - 9 pm
Fee:             $45, 6 weeks
Instructor:    Sensei Dina Dajani, 2nd Degree Black Belt

Karate for Adults/Teens - Winter/Spring/Summer
14 years - Adult

Specifically designed to address personal-protection concerns, this program teaches a broad range of strikes, combinations, footwork and defense tactics.  Receive specialized training on how to deal with, get out of and counter a multitude of grabs and attack scenarios.  Practicing many techniques and tactics will equip you with the confidence you need to defend yourself against any type of attacker.  Learn how to use your whole body for power, making the most of your size and strength regardless of athletic ability.

Thursdays:

Session l:   January 5 - March 9 - 9 weeks  -  No Feb 23
Session ll:   March 23 - June 1 - 10 weeks  -  No March 30
      Location:    Parcells Middle School - Boys Gym

Session lll: Jun 22 - Aug 24 - 9 weeks (No Jul 6)
Location for Session lll:  Monteith Elementary School, parking lot

Time:          6:45 - 7:30 pm
Fee:            $60/student (9 weeks)
                   $67/student (10 weeks)
Sensei Dina Dajani, 2nd Degree Black Belt
Instructor:  Sensei Dina Dajani 2nd Degree Black Belt

Karate For Families - Fall
Kindergarten - Adult
Set in a fun, non-competitive and informative atmosphere, this program allows parents to learn alongside their children.  Physical technique will be instructed, along with drills and exercise, to help you have a positive experience with your self defense education.  Sanchin-Ryu will teach you how to use your whole body, rather than just certain muscle groups, so size and stature are not an issue.

Thursdays:
Session l:   Sept 14 - Oct 26 (No class Oct 19)
Session ll:  Nov 2 - Dec 14 (No class Nov 23)
Location:    Parcells Middle School, Boys Gym
Time:         7:30 - 8:15 pm
Fee:           $90/family

Instructor:  Sensei Dina Dajani 2nd Degree Black Belt


Karate For Families Winter/Spring/Summer
Kindergarten - Adult
Set in a fun, non-competitive and informative atmosphere, this program allows parents to learn alongside their children.  Physical technique will be instructed, along with drills and exercise, to help you have a positive experience with your self defense education.  Sanchin-Ryu will teach you how to use your whole body, rather than just certain muscle groups, so size and stature are not an issue!

Thursdays:
Session l:   January 5 - March 9 - 9 weeks  -  No Feb 23
Session ll:   March 23 - June 1 - 10 weeks  -  No March 30
      Location:    Parcells Middle School - Boys Gym

Session lll: Jun 22 - Aug 24 - 9 weeks (No Jul 6)
Location for Session lll:  Monteith Elementary School, parking lot

Time:          7:30 - 8:15 pm
Fee:            $120/Family (9 weeks)
                   $134/Family (10 weeks)
Sensei Dina Dajani, 2nd Degree Black Belt
                  
Instructor:  Sensei Dina Dajani 2nd Degree Black Belt

Puppy Pre-School - Fall
Southern Michigan Obedience Training Club offers this class for all puppies who are 3-5 months of age.  Socialization, introduction to obedience, grooming and problem solving are offered.  Bring your puppy and shot records to the first night of class, as well as a six-foot leather lead and an appropriately sized buckle collar or harness.
Minors over the age of 12 are invited to train as long as a parent or guardian is registered  and remains in attendance.
  
Mondays:    September 18 - October 23
Time:           7 - 8 pm
Location:     Maire Elementary School,  gym
Fee:            $85/6 weeks

Instructor:  Anna Hobig, SMOTC Member


Puppy Pre-School - WINTER SPRING
Southern Michigan Obedience Training Club offers this class for all puppies who are 3-5 months of age.  Socialization, introduction to obedience, grooming and problem solving are offered.  Bring your puppy and shot records to the first night of class, as well as a six-foot leather lead and an appropriately sized buckle collar or harness.
Minors over the age of 12 are invited to train as long as a parent or guardian is registered  and remains in attendance.
  
                                 THIS ACTIVITY WILL RETURN IN THE WINTER  2024

Session l:
Mondays:    January 9 - February 7 (No Jan 16 & Feb 20)
Time:           7 - 8 pm
Location:     Maire Elementary School,  gym
Fee:            $85/6 weeks

Session ll:
Mondays:    March 13 - April 24 (No March 27)
Time:           7 - 8 pm
Location:     Maire Elementary School,  gym
Fee:            $85/6 weeks

Instructor:  Anna Hobig, SMOTC Member

Rowing, Indoor Rowing - Fall
All levels welcome.  This is an aerobic exercise class for the busy, fitness-minded adult interested in developing back, chest, shoulders, abdomen and legs using state of the art Concept ll Indoor Rowing Ergometers.  Coaches from Friends of Detroit Rowing will run workouts.

Mo/We/Fr:  September 11 - December 22
Time:          6 - 6:30 am                                        
Fee:           $149/15 weeks
Instructors - Brian Payton and Ted Fly

Mo/We:      September 11 - December 20
Time:          5:30 - 6pm or  6:15 - 6:45 pm                                        
Fee:            $99/15 weeks
Instructors: Cheryl Koch and Lisa Manardo

Tu/Thurs:    September 12 - December 21 (No class Nov 23)
Time:          6:45 - 7:15 am                                        
Fee:            $99/15 weeks
Instructors - John Shefferly and Dixon Kirkland lll

Tu/Thurs:    September 12 - December 21 (No class November 23)
Time:           9:00 - 9:30 am                                        
Fee:            $99/15 weeks
Instructors - Cynthia Jevons and Deb Roseborough

Location:   NCRWC Lower level

Rowing, Indoor Rowing Summer 2023
Indoor Rowing - All levels welcome! No Recreation and Wellness Center membership required to register for indoor rowing.

This is an aerobic exercise class for the busy, fitness-minded adult interested in developing back, chest, shoulders, abdomen and legs using state of the art Concept ll Indoor Rowing Ergometers.  Coaches from Friends of Detroit Rowing will run workouts.

INSTRUCTORS:
Sunrise - M/W/F - Brian Payton and Ted Fly

Mon/Wed/Fri:  June 19 - Sept 1  (no class July 4)
Time:               6:00 - 6:30 am
Fee:                $109/11 weeks

NEW!  
Sundays:        June 18 - September 3
Time:               8:15  - 9:00 am
Fee:                $60/12 weeks
Instructor:       Lisa Manardo