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 CLIMBING
Indoor Climbing for Adults
— Tim Taylor
Have you ever wanted to learn to rock climb? Get started in this
indoor rock wall environment. Discover the basics of equipment,
techniques and skills related to rock climbing on a “realistic
rock wall” of 35 feet. Explore ropes, knots, belaying and
other climbing techniques before you tackle the outside world.
- RECR 1037M01 — Mon,
5:30-7 p.m., 5 wks, June 1-29
Mountain Vista High School Gym — $99
10585 Mountain Vista Road, Highlands Ranch
GEOCACHING
Let’s Go Geocaching!
— Steve Sande
Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout
the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS (global positioning
satellite) devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers,
called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online.
Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong
sense of community and support for the environment. This is a wonderful
sport / hobby for families. You may bring one child between the
ages of 8-16.
Join facilitator Steve Sande for a morning of geocaching fun.
All you need in order to join in is a handheld GPS receiver or
iPhone
3G, the ability to walk on uneven ground, and a sense of adventure.
If you have an iPhone 3G, please purchase and install the Geocaching
application from the Apple store before coming to the class.
- RECR 1038S01 — Sat,
9-noon, May 16 (1 session)
ACC TBA — $39
 GOLF
Golf for Beginning and Intermediate Levels
— Tim Taylor
Get lots of personal attention in these small classes. Learn golf
fundamentals (grip, stance, posture, alignment) and train yourself
to swing with graceful power, balance and accuracy. Understand
the basics of woods, irons, pitching, putting and chipping. Clubs
are provided if needed. Class includes instruction, playing time
on the Par 3 course. Wear loose clothing, tennis shoes or golf
shoes with soft spikes.
Tim Taylor has been in the golf industry for over 25 years as
a collegiate player, coach, and assistant pro. He has won 4 different
Long Drive Contests and coordinates junior golf programs and
coaches
boys and girls high school golf teams.
- RECR 1035S01 — Tue,
5-6 p.m., 4 wks, begins June 2-23
- RECR 1035S02 — Tue,
6-7 p.m., 4 wks, begins June 2-23
Broken Tee Golf Course — $119, $5 playing fee to instructor
2101 W Oxford, Englewood
(formerly known as Englewood Golf Course) 
More Beginning Golf
— Tim Taylor
Get lots of personal attention in these small classes Clubs are
provided if needed. First class meeting will be at ACC (in the
middle of the main grass field along Santa Fe). Practice basic
fundamentals including general club knowledge, what to consider
when purchasing clubs, the basics of metal, woods, irons, putters,
balls and other equipment. Learn proper grip. address alignment,
posture, and the basic swing. The next class will be at Broken
Tee golf course and will cover chipping, putting and full swing.
The final class will also be at Broken Tee Golf Course and will
introduce walking/playing the Par 3 course and understanding proper
etiquette and the basics of playing on a course (additional $5.00
fee for playing the Par 3 payable on that day).Wear loose clothing,
tennis shoes or golf shoes with soft spikes.
- RECR 1035M01 — Tue, 6:30-8 p.m., 3 wks, July 14-28
- RECR 1035M02 — Tue, 6:30-8 p.m, 3 wks, Aug 4-18
Broken Tee Golf Course — $129, $5 playing fee to instructor
2101 W Oxford, Englewood
(formerly known as Englewood Golf Course)
SWIMMING
Beginning/Intermediate/Advanced Swim
— Sophie Mabry
Learn basic and advanced swimming strokes as taught by the American
Red Cross. There will be three nights when class is not held to
be announced in class.
- RECR 1005F01 — Tue/Thu,
6-6:50 p.m., 15 wks, Aug 18-Dec 3
ACC Pool — $119
PETS
Take Care of Your Pet the Natural Way!
— Judy Jasek
Discover new ways to take care of your dog or cat.
Holistic health is an important trend in veterinary medicine. Discuss
natural treats, probiotics, toxins, vaccines, foods, bathing and
grooming, chiropractic, natural flower essences and other homeopathy
remedies to help keep your pet healthy. Take home some natural
pet treats, food and flower essence samples as well as many handouts.
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE CLASSROOM. Dr.
Judy Jasek is a veterinarian with her own clinic in Littleton.
- RECR 1045M01 — Wed,
6:30-8:30 p.m., July15 (1 session)
ACC TBA — $39, $10 material fee to instructor
FLY
FISHING
Nymphs and Knots! The Fun of Fly Fishing
— Alan Reyes
Get a jump-start on learning to Fly Fish before
the summer season begins. Fly Fishing is a great sport and it
can be learned easily if you know the challenges. Discuss equipment,
simple knots to learn, casting, how to rig your line for catching
fish, insect and trout behavior, and how to read the water and
spot fish. Learn how to fish nymphs, dry flies and streamers.
Use our equipment or bring your own. For beginners or if you
want to spruce-up your skills. *The last class meets for 3 hours
on Saturday morning at a river location. Alan Reyes is
a licensed, professional Fly Fishing guide and works for Trout
Trips, LLC, a Fly Fishing Guide and Instruction Service based
in Denver.
- RECR 1016M01 — Wed,
6-9 pm, 3 wks, June 10-24
ACC
TBA — $79, $5 material fee to instructor
 TRAVEL/CRUISES
 Travel Everywhere for Less
— Ron Stern
Did you miss the recently posted $295 round trip Denver
to Moscow flight? If so, this class is for you. Find the lowest
airfares, alternative cruises for less, frequent flyer tickets
for less than $1, drive a new car for free, live for free room
and board in exotic locations, get the lowest price deals on hotels,
B&B’s and more. These and many other Internet bargains
are all here in this exciting 2-hour class developed by travel
expert, photojournalist and on-air host of Justsaygo.com television,
Ron Stern. Optional fee is Ron’s “Fly Cheap, Stay Cheap,
Travel Cheap” booklet.
Ron Stern is a travel
columnist, author, and photographer and will be your guide to
learn how to save big on travel.
- TRVL
1016M01 — Tue, 5-7 pm, July 21 (1 session)
- ACC TBA — $39, $15 optional booklet fee
Map and Plan Your Volunteer Vacation
— Jane Stanfield
You have heard about them and they sound so thrilling and fulfilling!
Whether you go for two weeks, three months or several years,
a trip involving both volunteering and a vacation will fill you
in unimaginable ways. Is this the time to get serious and make
it a reality? Start with finalizing the decision of what to do
and where to go. Research flights, hotels, and tours. Discover
how to prepare to leave and keep track of things when you are
away. Leave the class with concrete plans for an upcoming trip
or the experience of planning a volunteer vacation for the future.
Join Jane and others as you look across the globe and plan a
rewarding and fun vacation in the United States or international
destinations.
Jane Stanfeld has lived her volunteer vacation dreams and has
recently returned to Colorado after 366 days away which took
her to six continents, 11 countries, and 12 volunteer placements.
- TRVL 1015M01 — Wed,
6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks, July 8-29
ACC TBA — $69, $20 book fee to instructor
Traveling Solo for Women
— Maria Richard
Are you a woman who wants to travel for fun? Did you know that
40% of women aged 35 and over want to travel but do not have
a traveling partner? Come meet other women who wish to travel
and discover useful hints for feeling safe while having a good
time.
- TRVL 1005M01 — Sat,
10:30-noon, June 20 (1 session)
ACC TBA — $39
 TIME SHARES
Get the Biggest Bang for Your Buck with
a Time Share!
— Joan Grady
Time Shares can be a wonderful way to vacation.
Explore the “ins
and outs” of utilizing your unit, exchanging for another
vacation, maximizing your opportunities, buying another week, selling
a week or losing a week. Get the most advantage of your new property!
Discover some tips and tricks and get some new ideas for how to
go about utilizing a time-share.
Joan Grady owns
four different time-shares and has been exchanging and using
them both here and abroad for almost twenty years. She
presently serves as President and board member of numerous associations.
- TRVL 1012S01 — Wed,
6-8:30 p.m., May 27 (1 session)
ACC TBA — $44
 MOTORCYCLES
Motorcycle Training
— Abate Staff
These courses follow the Motorcycle Safety Foundation curriculum
and are taught by instructors from ABATE of Colorado. For all motorcycle
classes, helmets, full-fingered gloves, long-sleeved shirt, long
pants, eye protection, as well as sturdy, over the ankle shoes
are required for all riding sessions. Loaner helmets are available
for use in the class. Pre-registration and prepayment are required.
Courses meet on the many weekends at Arapahoe Community College.
Students who do not cancel within 48 business hours of the course
will not receive a tuition refund or date transfer.
For class schedule,
availability and to register, visit www.abateofcolo.org or call
303.789.3264.
BASIC RIDER COURSE
Is a 15 hour courses designed for the new rider. Begin with the most basic
information on motorcycle controls and operation and continue to include
modules on street strategies, obstacle avoidance and braking skills. Motorcycles
are provided. The Basic Rider Course is mentally and physically demanding.
Be prepared. Recent bicycle riding experience is assumed. The
Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles accepts successful completion of
this class for the skills and written tests for your Motorcycle Endorsement.
Proof of successful completion must be taken to the DMV to receive an
endorsement. A valid Colorado driver’s license or instructional
permit is required. Students under 18 years of age must have parent sign
a liability waiver prior to the class. The State of Colorado requires
individuals less than 18 years of age to hold a motorcycle instructional
permit for one year prior to obtaining a full endorsement.
EXPERIENCED RIDER COURSE
Is a 6 1/2 hour course, conducted on a Saturday from noon-6:30 p.m. and is
designed for the licensed rider with a year or more road experience. The
course is conducted on the participant’s own motorcycle. The Motorcycle
Safety Foundation curriculum concentrates on those skills found lacking in
the accident-involved rider. This is an accelerated course. Be prepared.
You will be tested at the end of the course and can obtain your completion
card for license endorsement. A valid motorcycle license is required for
enrollment. Participants must provide current registration and proof of insurance.
Your motorcycle must be in good running order, have a fresh and fully charged
battery, good tires, and good working brakes. Bikes will be checked as well
as a motorcycle endorsement and current insurance card. Without these items,
you may not attend the class.
- For class schedule,
availability and to register,
visit www.abateofcolo.org or
call 303.789.3264.
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