Knife Skills 101

This class provides a foundation for all culinary education and teaches the correct knife techniques used by all safe and successful cooks. We will demonstrate proper handling and sharpening of knives and students will learn how to slice, dice and mince as well as other classic cuts. The chef will also demonstrate how to cut up a chicken. After class, we will serve a meal prepared with the cut ingredients paired with local wines that can be purchased.

• For: Ages 21 and up
• Fees:
  • $50/person
  • $95/couple
• Instructor: Executive Chef Dustin Joseph & his culinary team

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
3527	Jan. 30	Mon	6:00-8:00 pm	Chambers

Register on-line or contact Chambers, 253-798-4141; Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176.

Sauces 101

The key to many great dishes is the sauce, and Executive Chef Dustin Joseph will help you unlock its secrets. He will lead an interactive demo on simple steps to consistent sauces, including a review of mother sauces, and a demonstration of some quick pan sauces. We?ll cover the basics like ratios, ingredients, proper procedure and storage. Best of all, you?ll create and sample your own sauces, including a beautifully simple tomato sauce and a red wine pan sauce. We will also taste local wines that can be purchased.

• For: Ages 21 and up
• Fees:
  • $50/person
  • $95/couple
• Instructor: Executive Chef Dustin Joseph & his culinary team

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
3529	March 12	Mon	6:00-8:00 pm	Chambers

Register on-line or contact Chambers, 253-798-4141; Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176.

All Things Culinary

Master basic knife skills, understand herbs and spices, cooking and baking techniques, meal planning, general cake decorating, entertaining and catering ideas.

• For: Ages 21 and up
• Fees:
  • $115 (6 wks - no class May 10)
  • $30 lab fee (due to instructor first day of class)
• Instructor: Swazer

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
3407	Feb. 2-March 8*	Thur	6:00-8:00 pm	Sprinker
3514	March 15-April 19*	Thur	6:00-8:00 pm	Sprinker
3515	April 26-June 7*	Thur	6:00-8:00 pm	Sprinker

• *The class dates were changed to accomodate the construction at Sprinker Recreation Center. No class May 10.

Register on-line or contact Sprinker Recreation Center, 253-798-4000; Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176.

Belly Dance

Middle Eastern Belly Dance is a low impact form of dance appropriate for all body types and backgrounds. Learn the history, basic movements, isolation techniques, and more

No dance experience necessary. All ages, shapes, body types and genders welcome. Come with a willingness to learn, make new friends, laugh and have a good time.

• For: Adults
• Fee:
  • $40 (6 weeks)
  • $29 (3 wks - Dec. 5-19 session)
• Instructor: Jeweled Scarab Dance Company.

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
2903	Dec. 5-19 (3 wks)	Mon	6:00-7:00 pm	Sprinker Rec. Center
3357	Jan. 9-Feb. 13	Mon	6:00-7:00 pm	Sprinker Rec. Center
3358	Feb. 27-Apr. 2	Mon	6:00-7:00 pm	Sprinker Rec. Center
3359	April 16-May 21	Mon	6:00-7:00 pm	Sprinker Rec. Center
Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
3296	Jan. 12-Feb. 16	Thur	5:30-6:30 pm	CCP - University Place
3297	March 1-April 15	Thur	5:30-6:30 pm	CCP - University Place
3298	April 19-May 24	Thur	5:30-6:30 pm	CCP - University Place

• *No Classes Sept. 5 & Nov. 24

Register on-line or contact Sprinker Recreation Center, 253-798-4000; Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176.

Teenage Dogs In Trouble!

Do you have a young dog that is difficult to walk on a lead? Then you have a teenage dog in trouble!

Learn how to teach your dog (6 months-2 yrs) to walk nicely on a lead, sit when told and come when called. The object of the class is to put you, the human, back in control and bring peace and sanity into your relationship with your dog.

Requirements: Proof of current vaccinations, 6 ft. lead, chain training collar, dog treats, scoop bags and paper towels. Do not feed before class. The class is for dogs from 6 months to two years old. Others may be accepted at the instructor?s discretion. Dogs aggressive to other dogs will not be accepted.

• For: Ages 16-Adults
• Fee: $85 (6 wks)
• Instructor: Jon Borcherdins

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
3391	Jan. 17-Feb. 21	Tue	6:30-7:30 pm	Sprinker Rec. Center
3392	Feb. 28-April 3	Tue	6:30-7:30 pm	Sprinker Rec. Center
3393	April 24-May 29	Tue	6:30-7:30 pm	Sprinker Rec. Center

Register on-line or contact Sprinker Recreation Center, 253-798-4000.

Puppy Obedience - Frontier

Training courses are designed to teach you how to establish leadership and to be proactive not reactive. This ABC (Animal Behavior College) class will cover and discuss: nipping and mouthing; unruly behavior in the house; chewing, housetraining; socialization and begin simple training with food lures of sit, stay, and heel.

Class is for puppies 12-18 weeks old at the start of the class. Dogs weighing 20 lbs or less may also attend the class. The first night of class bring proof of vaccination, flat or Martingale collar, 6 foot leash, bags and rags for clean up, treats, and all family members
interested in working with the puppy. Class held in an open air building. Do not feed puppy before class.

• For: Adults & Families
• Fee: $75 (6 wks)
• Instructor: Burgess (certified ABC Dog Trainier)

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
3567	March 18-April 29 (no class 4/8)	Sun	1:00-2:00 pm	Frontier Park
3568	April 5-May 10	Thur	5:30-6:30 pm	Frontier Park

Register on-line or contact Meridian Habitat Park & Center, 253-841-8515.

Jazzercise

The class combines effective exercise with jazz dance-based choreography and popular music. Each high-energy class includes a warm up, aerobic segment, muscle toning and flexibility exercises, and a cool down. Classes may be purchased on a continuous basis and must be taken during that time period.

• Locations:
  • Lakewood Com. Center
  • Meridian Habitat Park

Dates	Day	Time	Location
Monthly	Mon	5:45-6:45 pm	Lakewood Com. Center
Monthly	Tue/Thur	5:45-6:45 pm	Lakewood Com. Center
Monthly	Sat	9:00-10:00 am	Lakewood Com. Center
Monthly	Mon/Wed	6:00-7:00 pm	Meridian Habitat Park
Monthly	Sat	8:30-9:30 am	Meridian Habitat Park

• For Adults
• Fees: Payment made to Jazzercise at class
  • $10 walk-in (one time)
  • $38 Easy Fitness Ticket (auto-pay)
  • $96 two month pass (w/o auto pay)
  • $30 one time joining fee

Beginning Tai Chi and Qigong

Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese 'moving meditation' practiced by millions throughout the world for its health, fitness, and stress-reducing benefits. Tai Chi consists of fluid, gentle movements done at a relaxed, slow pace. Time magazine called Tai Chi 'the perfect exercise' because it can be practiced by almost anyone regardless of physical ability. Participants will learn a short Tai Chi form along with complimentary Qigong (energy) exercises and meditation. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and shoes.

• For: Adults - All levels
• Instructor: Mikel Olsson
• Fee: $45 (8 weeks - No class Oct. 10)

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
2949	Sept. 12-Nov. 7	Mon	7:00-8:30 pm	Lakewood Com. Center

Intermediate Tai Chi and Qigong

This class expands upon the practices taught in the Beginning class. Participants will learn the traditional Yan style of Tai Chi and the musch change classic - a series of 12 Qigong exercises. Prerequisite Beginning Tai Chi or instructor permission.

• For: Adults - All levels
• Fee: $50 (8 wks)
• Instructor: Olsson

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
2951	Sept. 15-Nov. 3	Thur	7:00-8:30 pm	Lakewood Com. Center

Register on-line or contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4177.

ZUMBA Toning is designed for strength and conditioning and is a great complement to your regular Zumba workout.

When matched with Zumba Fitness it is a perfect work out. Two convenient locations.

Zumba Toning - Lakewood

If you are already enrolled in the morning Frontier Zumba calls, you will receive a $3 discount to take this additional class per month.

• For Adults
• Fee:
  • $18/month (4 classes)
  • $10 drop-in per class (based on availability)
• *No classes Feb. 29 & May 30

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
3423	Jan. 4-25	Wed	6:30-7:15 pm	Lakewood Com. Center
3422	Feb. 1-22*	Wed	6:30-7:15 pm	Lakewood Com. Center
3416	Mar. 7-28	Wed	6:30-7:15 pm	Lakewood Com. Center
3415	Apr. 4-25	Wed	6:30-7:15 pm	Lakewood Com. Center
3425	May 2-23	Wed	6:30-7:15 pm	Lakewood Com. Center

Register on-line or contact Parks Admin Office 253-798-4177.

Nutrition Seminar

Whether you are an athlete working to improve your performance or someone who just wants to lose some weight and feel better; the Certifi ed Nutrition Coaches with Max Muscle will spend time helping you understand NUTRITION so you can get in the best shape of your life. They will provide information about nutritional strategies to achieve result without fad dieting. For those interested, at the end of the seminar, we will include free samples and information on supplementation ideas.

• For: Adults
• Fees:
  • $3/person
  • $5 for 2 in the same household (1 session)
• Instructor: Executive Chef Dustin Joseph & his culinary team

Activity #	Dates	Day	Time	Location
3564	Jan. 12	Thur	6:00-7:30 pm	Meridian Habitat Park
3565	Feb. 1	Wed	7:30-9:00 pm	Meridian Habitat Park