For more information on any or all of our programs & events, contact the Miami Township Recreation Department at (513)248-3727

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Teens:  Sport & Wellness

 

 

Kaizen Martial Arts

Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. & Saturday, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
October 8 - December 17 (no class 10/18, 11/29, 12/6); 
Miami Township Civic Center
$60 Miami Township Resident; $75 non-resident

Kaizen (continuous improvement) Bu Jitsu (martial art) is a Japanese martial art for health and self-defense. Bu Jitsu involves various forms of self-defense and combat including throwing, takedowns, joint locks and wrestling (grappling) as well as boxing and precise punching and kicking. Though the study of Bu Jitsu can be very rigorous, people may start at any fitness level provided they are willing to work hard and practice in their spare time. This class meets on Wednesdays and Saturdays and is intended for people 14 years old through adult.

Teens Ballroom Dancing

Monday and Wednesday, January 5 - 14, 2009
7:00 - 8:15 p.m.
Miami Township Civic Center
$40 Miami Township Resident, $50 non-resident

Join Emily and David Beatrice, college age siblings, to learn the fundamentals of several of the most popular ballroom/social dances out there, including Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Cha-Cha. Students will not only learn to dance; they will develop great skills of coordination and timing, excellent social and conversational skills, and how to treat one another with respect on the dance floor and off. These abilities will stay with them for the rest of their lives, so that when they need to go to that prom or homecoming dance, they will be poised and ready.


KIDS: SPORTS & WELLNESS ***

Tae Kwon Do Korean Martial Art

4:30-5:30 p.m., Ages 7-10; 5:45-6:45 p.m., Ages 11+
Miami Township Civic Center
$45 Miami Township Resident; $60 non-resident
Wednesday, September 10 - November 12;
Wednesday, November 19-February 11 (no class 11/26, 12/24), 12/31);

For the 5th year, 3rd degree black belt, Lisa Wesselkamper will teach Tae Kwon Do hand & foot techniques.  
Physical & mental fitness, as well as  self-control, & respect, are just a few of the things that can improve.  
Students & parents may also see improvements in self-esteem & confidence, which carries over to daily living.


Jacobs Tae Kwon Do (Click here for more information)

Fall Kids Tennis

Monday, Wednesday, Friday, October 6 - October 17
4:30 - 5:30 p.m. (ages 6-9); 5:30-6:30 p.m. (ages 9-13)
Community Park Tennis Courts, 5951 Buckwheat Road, Milford, OH   45150
$40 Miami Township Resident; 50 non-resident

 

Coach Nancy is very knowledgeable and very good with children.  Parent of child Tennis 7-10 yrs. old.


Tumbling

4:15 - 5:00 p.m.; age 7 - 9; 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.; age 5 - 6
Miami Township Civic Center
$35 Miami Township Resident; $42 non-resident (per session)
Wednesday, November 5 - December 10; and/or Wednesday, January 7 - February 11

This is an excellent way to enhance overall strength, flexibility, proper form and technique. 
Jan Beach has taught for many years and will incorporate fun and learning through innovative warm-ups, 
conditioning, and basic tumbling skills.


ADULTS: SPORTS & WELLNESS ***

 

Men's Recreational Basketball

Thursday, August 21 - October 30 (no class 10/23)(Requested Dates)
6:30-8:15 p.m. or 8:15-10:00 p.m.
Milford Junior High School
Ages 25+
$35 Miami Township Resident; $45 non-resident
Bruce Brunetti is the facilitator for this activity. Pre-registration is required and 17 players 
per session is maximum enrollment.  Please request session time on registration form.  No 
drop-ins or prorating.  

Men's Basketball - Sunday Night 

Sunday, November 9 - March 1
No class Dates: November 30, December 21, 28, January 4, 18, February 15
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Maximum 15 players
Milford Junior High School,
Ages 25+
$90 Miami Township Resident; $100 non-resident

Bruce Brunette is the facilitator for this activity. 
Pre-registration is required.  
Please no drop-ins or prorating.

 

Splash into DEEP - Water Exercise

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 
10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. or 11:00 - 11:45
Milford High School Pool
$60 Miami Township Resident; $75 non-resident;
September 9 - October 23
October 28 - December 18 (no class 11/4, 11/27);
February 3 - March 19
March 24 - May 14(no class 4/7, 4/9)

Please join Lois Leavens, Certified Aquatic Exercise Instructor and enthusiast, for this DEEP-water aerobic program. Using the resistance of the water, this high-energy, dynamic body-conditioning program is designed to tone and strengthen muscle groups while enhancing cardiovascular endurance! No makeup's for classes cancelled due to inclement weather or scheduling conflicts.


Yoga Basics 

Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Miami Township Civic Center, 6101 Meijer Drive, Milford, OH   45150
September 9 - October 14
October 28-December 2
January 6-February 10

Julie Lusk is an outstanding teach!  Yoga Basic Student
This class has really helped to control stress in my life.  Yoga Basic Student

Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Leming House in Community Park 
September 10 - October 15
October 29-December 3
January 7-February 11

$60 Miami Township Resident; $75 non-resident; (per session) 
$15 drop in per class 

Tone your body, clear your mind, and feel inner peace in an enjoyable introduction to yoga postures, 
breathing techniques, and guided relaxation.  Good for new and ongoing students and most fitness 
levels.  Taught by Julie Lusk, yoga teacher, author & recording artist.  Wear comfortable clothes; 
bring a yoga mat.          

 

Pilates Mat

October 15 - Nov 12
9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Miami Township Civic Center
$50 Miami Township Resident
$65 non-resident

Join Shari Watford, Certified Pilates Instructor, for the ultimate core strengthening workout 
focusing on the abdominals, obloques, and back. All muscles will gain strength and flexibility 
through a series of movements on the mat. This class will teach you fundamentals of Pilates 
breathing, movement, and form. Each exercise will be modified to accommodate all levels from
 beginner to advanced.

 

Beyond Yoga Basics

Learn yoga posture variations and how to link poses to each other for a more energetic, flowing 
practice to brighten your energy and mood. Perfect for more experienced students who are ready 
to go deeper into yoga.  Taught by Julie Lusk, yoga teacher, author & recording artist.  Wear 
comfortable clothes; bring a yoga mat. 

Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.;  Leming House in Community Park
September 10 - October 15
October 29-December 3
January 7-February 11

$66 Miami Township Resident; $75 non-resident 
$15 drop in per class 

This has been a tremendous help to me - my health is much better.  Yoga Beyond Student

 

Desktop YogaŽ with Julie Lusk

Monday, October 6 and/or March 30
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.; $15 per person
Leming House in Community Park, 5951 Buckwheat Road, Milford, OH   45150

Desktop YogaŽ revitalizes aching backs, tired eyes, and tight shoulders with effective stretches, 
breathing and relaxation techniques that can be done right at the workstation.  Energy is 
replenished with a "Two-hour nap in ten minutes".  

 

Adult Round Robin Tennis

Tuesday & Thursday, October 7 - 16
9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Community Park Tennis Court
$35 Miami Township Resident
$45 non-resident

Class will begin with a ˝ hour lesson then break into pairs according to strength to play instructional 
games of singles and doubles.  All levels, men and women welcome.

 

Kaizen Marital Arts 

Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. & Saturday, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
October 8 - December. 17 (no class 10/18, 11/29, 12/6)
Miami Township Civic Center
$60 Miami Township Resident; $75 non-resident
 

Kaizen (continuous improvement) Bu Jitsu (martial art) is a Japanese martial art for health 
and self-defense.  Bu Jitsu involves various forms of self-defense and combat including 
throwing, takedowns, joint locks and wrestling (grappling) as well as boxing and precise 
punching and kicking.  Though the study of Bu Jitsu can be very rigorous, people may 
start at any fitness level provided they are willing to work hard and practice in their spare 
time.  
This class meets on Wednesdays and Saturdays and is intended and is for 
people 14 years old through adult.


Stretching
Tuesday, January 27, 2009; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Miami Township Civic Center; $5 Resident; $10 non-resident

Dr. McMaster of  Signal Hill Chiropractic Center in Miami Township will help you improve body awareness and recovery from exercise or fatigue of your daily activities with whole body stretching.  This will help restore body symmetry and increase circulation to your muscles.  The class will clearly demonstrate how to safely isolate individual body muscles to uncover muscle tightness and weakness that can be affecting the efficiency of your body movement.  The body awareness gained from this class will prepare you to get the most out of the upcoming core and walking classes.

Core Stretching

Tuesday, February 10, 2009; 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.; Miami Township Civic Center; $5 Resident; $10 non-resident
The key to efficient movement of your body is core strength. In this class Dr. McMaster will demonstrate several ways to safely isolate all areas of the core for all levels of ability. Dr. McMaster will also touch on walking technique as it relates to how the core muscles can be used with every step that you take and it will actually improve the efficiency of your movement.  The strength and techniques gained from this class will prepare you for the upcoming Prepare for the Pig walking technique class geared for those who want to increase their walking for fitness in the spring and summer.

 

Prepare for the Pig

Tuesday, February 24, 2009; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Miami Township Civic Center; $5 Resident; $10 non-resident
Dr. McMaster of  Signal Hill Chiropractic Center will instruct you on walking technique to improve your whole body movement efficiency.  The benefits are improved performance, less injuries, greater enjoyment and longevity.  Learn how to get the most out of your walking this spring and summer
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DANCING ***

Line Dancing

Every Monday - Fall session starting on September 8, 2008 (no class 1/19/09, 2/16/09)
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Adults; Miami Township Civic Center - 6101 Meijer Drive
$6 per class (drop in)

Janet Short & Kathy Wills teach this high-energy class to adults of all ages.
Participants will learn the latest line dancing along with some old favorites.

 

 

Country Western Couples Dancing

Fall Session:  Tuesday, September 9 - December 16
Miami Township Civic Center, 6101 Meijer Drive
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
$5.00 per class drop- in 

Learn Couples Cha-Cha, Two-Step, Wooden Nickel, Mixers and more.  Enjoy the experience of 
Ray and Carmen Saylor who will be teaching this fun and energetic class. 
Partners are not needed.


Adult Ballroom Dancing

Tuesday and Thursday, January 6 - 15, 2009
 7:00 - 8:15 p.m.
Miami Township Civic Center
$60 Miami Township Resident Single, $75 non-resident single;
$100 Miami Township Resident Couple; $120 non-resident couple

Have you got a wedding or a big social event coming up? Need a fun activity to share with your spouse or significant other? Join Emily and David Beatrice for a good time learning the fundamentals of Ballroom Dancing. They may cover Waltz, Foxtrot, Cha Cha, & Salsa and expand on these beautiful dances. You will learn a great deal in a short time and be ready to wow your friends and relatives!

Swing Dancing - East Coast Swing

Monday, February 2 - March 9 (No class 2/16)
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Miami Township Civic Center
age 12-90
$45 Miami Township Resident; $55 non-resident

Want to learn the most popular of nostalgic dances? It's exciting fun, plus great exercise as you master these dance steps. Bring a partner and have a "swinging" good time. Please wear smooth-soled shoes (not gym shoes). Kids must be accompanied by an adult.