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This fun and energetic class combines the grace of Indian classical dance Kathak with the excitement of Bollywood dance. You’ll learn basic Kathak steps like spins, hand movements, and footwork, and then blend them into lively Bollywood-style choreography.
In this sessions, we’ll also learn a special dance to "Shape of You", using Kathak moves with a modern twist. This class is perfect for anyone who loves dancing and wants to try something new, expressive, and joyful! Beginners welcome. No previous experience needed.

Age range: 15+

 

If you’re struggling with emotional or physical stress, tension, anxiety, body challenges, hormonal issues, or you simply want a more peaceful and fulfilling life, this course is for you! Energy Medicine Yoga is a gentle, easy, transformative, mind-body healing practice. It guides you to connect with your innate inner wisdom. Moreover, it releases stuck tension, enables you to move with ease, restore balance, regulate your nervous system, and give you the resilience you need to live your best life. This class will make you feel balanced, vibrant and connected to your body. Learn to tap into your body’s natural healing settings and detach from the invisible burdens that keep you stuck.

What You’ll Gain From This Course:

• An applied movement practice: including deep breathing, acupressure, easy, gentle yoga postures to make you feel grounded, safe, centered and present in your body.
• Improved mood, calm and deep relaxed body and nervous system.
• Magical Superpower Tools will nourish your nervous system.
• Improved total body functioning
• Ability to self-regulate and find a sense of physical, emotional, and psychological safety,  presence and balance.
• Empowering techniques; discover inner healing, personal power, gifts for ultimate health, happiness, contentment, safety and peace with life.

Materials: Yoga Mat

Optional materials: Yoga Blocks, Bolster, Blanket, Eye Pillow, Yoga Strap

Age range: 20+

 

Chi Running: Focus on Form and Run Smarter not Harder. This workshop is for runners of all abilities. Whether you’re a new or seasoned runner, your form can make all the difference in how you feel during and after your workout. Chi Running, based on the principles of Tai Chi is designed to maximize energy and minimize strain, helping you feel energized as you increase your distance and duration. But Chi Running isn’t just about enhancing endurance and speed, it’s also about minimizing impact and reducing the risk of injury. Run smarter, not harder. Learn the essentials of Chi Running —a technique that combines Tai Chi principles with the sport of running. At the workshop, you’ll learn to run in a way that feels natural, protects your joints and builds endurance over time. You will be guided through exercises and drills designed to leave you with a clear sense of what the Chi Running technique feels like in your body. You will learn and practice how to: develop, maintain, and body sense good posture and alignment and how to avoid over-using your legs by engaging the power of your core and moving forward from your center. You’ll also learn focuses and unique tips and visualizations for efficient arm swing, cadence and more to help conserve energy, vary speed and avoid injury. We will not be doing lots of running, so no matter what condition you’re in, have no fear.

 

Location will be either the indoor or outdoor track, depending on weather conditions. 

 

Registration number is limited to ensure personal attention, so register early to guarantee a place in the class. Bonus – Reference materials will be emailed post event. For more information about the class, please view here. 

Age range: 15+

The Chi Walking technique emphasizes walking form—the proper and effective biomechanics of walking and draws from the movement principles of Tai Chi to make walking easier on the body by promoting energy efficiency and injury prevention. How you walk dictates how stress moves through your body while walking. Discover how efficient walking techniques distribute less stress on your body. Through innovative walking drills and exercises you will learn and practice how to: develop and maintain good posture and use the power of your core to create smooth whole-body walking which reduces the stress and strain on your hips, back, legs, knees and feet. Learn how to use cadence, cooperate with the pull of gravity, engage efficient arm swing for different walking speeds, how to loosen joints for flexibility and more. The class is suitable for walkers and hikers of all conditioning and experience levels interested in enhancing the health benefits of walking and avoiding injury. The class format includes demonstration, short walking practice sessions, and Q & A/ rest breaks.

The class will be on the indoor track and classroom. Registration number is limited to ensure personal attention so register early to guarantee a place in the class.

 

Bonus – Detailed reference materials will be emailed post event.

Age range: 18+

Discover the vibrant rhythms and dynamic movements of Salsa Cubana! Whether new to salsa or looking to refine your skills, this class is perfect for you. This course is designed to teach you the fundamental steps and techniques of Cuban Salsa, ensuring you build a solid foundation. No partner or prior experience is required – just bring your enthusiasm and energy. By the end of this course, you’ll feel confident on the dance floor and ready to shine.

Age range: 18+

Discover the vibrant rhythms and dynamic movements of Salsa Cubana! Whether new to salsa or looking to refine your skills, this class is perfect for you. This course is designed to teach you the fundamental steps and techniques of Cuban Salsa, ensuring you build a solid foundation. No partner or prior experience is required – just bring your enthusiasm and energy. By the end of this course, you’ll feel confident on the dance floor and ready to shine.

Age range: 18+

Join Dr. Cathia Walters, PsyD, and learn how to develop emotional awareness, foster self-compassion, strengthen relationships, and build resilience in the face of challenges. Each class combines engaging discussions, skill-building exercises, and guided meditations to support personal growth and emotional well-being. You  will learn practical tools for managing emotions, enhancing self-compassion, and improving interpersonal relationships.

By the end of the course, students will have a deeper understanding of their emotional landscape and a personalized toolkit for navigating life’s challenges with confidence and ease. Whether they are  looking to strengthen their emotional resilience or develop healthier coping strategies, this course offers valuable insights and techniques for lasting personal growth.

Copies of the course slides and handouts are included. 

Who is this course for? Open to all and is ideal for those entering college, already in college, returning students, adult learners, and retirees.

Age range: 18+

Join Dr. Cathia Walters, PsyD, and learn how to develop emotional awareness, foster self-compassion, strengthen relationships, and build resilience in the face of challenges. Each class combines engaging discussions, skill-building exercises, and guided meditations to support personal growth and emotional well-being. You  will learn practical tools for managing emotions, enhancing self-compassion, and improving interpersonal relationships.

By the end of the course, students will have a deeper understanding of their emotional landscape and a personalized toolkit for navigating life’s challenges with confidence and ease. Whether they are  looking to strengthen their emotional resilience or develop healthier coping strategies, this course offers valuable insights and techniques for lasting personal growth.

Copies of the course slides and handouts are included. 

Who is this course for? Open to all and is ideal for those entering college, already in college, returning students, adult learners, and retirees.

Age range: 18+

 Looking to improve your golf game? Learn with the guidance of an expert and with the support of other community members looking to improve. This course will analyze your grip, set-up, alignment and the full swing, and the instructor will provide video analysis and feedback on what to improve. You will learn various short game techniques including pitching, chipping, putting, and sand play. The last focuses on the theme of course management and involves playing 9 holes of golf. This course is for beginner to intermediate skill-level players. 

About your Instructor: Paul Sapsford is the instructor for this class. He has taught the Las Positas College Golf class for over 10 years, played collegiate golf in the UK, and was certified by the USGT as an Associate Teaching Professional in 2017.

 

 

Please note the following:

• Anyone over the age of 14 is welcome to join.
• This course is held at the Las Positas Golf Course. The exact meeting place will be communicated in an email prior to the beginning of class.
• There is a small additional fee to purchase driving range golf balls. They are $7 per bucket, which are purchased at Las Positas Golf Course. Please bring your clubs, but if you don’t have any, we can provide.

Join us in Del Valle State Park as we learn to recognize local birds by sight or sound. Learn about migration cycles, species distribution, and habitats. Alameda County's Del Valle State Park provides an ideal opportunity to observe the fall migration and post-breeding journeys of birds. During our field excursion, we will be on the lookout for Grebes, Terns, Woodpeckers, Magpies, Orioles, Tanagers, Wrens, and Warblers, and we will focus on identifying these families along with year-round Oak Woodland residents, such as Yellow-billed Magpie, We will also be on the lookout for Woodpeckers, Kingfishers, and raptors! Your guide will offer information on species, so note-taking is encouraged, and a list of the bird species seen will be provided. This field excursion is ideal for all levels of birding. Beginning birders: come and build your birding skills!

Age Range: These classes are designed for those 11+ (parents can accompany their children) and seniors.  

Location: Del Valley State Park, Livermore CA. Specific meeting location information will be distributed to attendees prior to the start of class. There is a $10 entrance fee, which includes parking, for Del Valle. Participants are responsible for this fee.

Please note: Participants are responsible for their own transportation and insurance. Sorry, no pets allowed.

About your guide: Rich Cimino, a lifelong birder in Alameda County, has led numerous field trips from Altamont Pass to San Francisco Bay. Moreover, Rich is the creator of the Eastern Alameda County Christmas Bird Count and was a leader in the Alameda County Breeding Bird Atlas. During his field trips, he shares his knowledge of eastern Alameda County habitats and the resident species. Rich leads international birding tours from the Arctic to the tropics as the owner and field trip leader of Yellowbilledtours.com. 

Join Dr. Cathia Walters, PsyD, and learn how to assess and enhance your self-care practices; this class provides an overview of common challenges we all face, including sadness, anxiety, sleep disruptions, and relationship struggles, and through guided discussions, practical strategies, and reflective exercises, you will gain a deeper understanding of these challenges, develop a shared language around them, and explore effective ways to navigate and manage them as they arise. Progress will be measured using quantitative assessment scales administered both before and at the last class to track growth and effectiveness. By the end of this class, you will feel more empowered in your daily life. Take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced you.

Copies of the course slides and handouts are included. 

Who is this course for? Anyone experiencing a life transition/change. Ideal for those entering college, already in college, returning students, adult learners, and retirees.

Age range: 18+

 

Join Dr. Cathia Walters, PsyD, and learn how to assess and enhance your self-care practices; this class provides an overview of common challenges we all face, including sadness, anxiety, sleep disruptions, and relationship struggles, and through guided discussions, practical strategies, and reflective exercises, you will gain a deeper understanding of these challenges, develop a shared language around them, and explore effective ways to navigate and manage them as they arise. Progress will be measured using quantitative assessment scales administered both before and at the last class to track growth and effectiveness. By the end of this class, you will feel more empowered in your daily life. Take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced you.

Copies of the course slides and handouts are included. 

Who is this course for? Anyone experiencing a life transition/change. Ideal for those entering college, already in college, returning students, adult learners, and retirees.

Age range: 18+

 

Inspired by the breakthrough Stanford University's “Creativity in Business” taught by Michael Ray, this course integrates mindfulness practices to help participants develop authenticity, creativity, and clarity. Over six weeks, you will explore transformative topics, such as overcoming self-doubt, building confidence, and aligning personal values with professional goals. Through reflective writing, meditation, and peer coaching, you will gain tools to navigate challenges, reduce stress, and create breakthroughs in their work and life. This is a HYBRID course: you have the choice of joining us in-person or LIVE REMOTE. 

By taking this class, you will....
● Cultivate clarity to recognize and overcome self-sabotaging behaviors.
● Build confi dence through mindfulness, refl ection, and self-compassion.
● Understand and embrace authenticity and creativity in daily life.
● Develop tools to manage stress, time, and communication challenges.
● Gain practical strategies to align personal values with professional goals.

Materials
● Weekly handouts and reflection prompts (provided digitally for all participants)
● Journal and pen/pencil (student-provided)
● Heal to Lead: Volume 1 (complimentary for in-person only)
● Recommended Reading: Daring Greatly by Brené Brown (student-provided)

Who is this class for? 

This class is for those 18 and over seeking to overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and achieve professional and personal success. 

Inspired by the breakthrough Stanford University's “Creativity in Business” taught by Michael Ray, this course integrates mindfulness practices to help participants develop authenticity, creativity, and clarity. Over six weeks, you will explore transformative topics, such as overcoming self-doubt, building confidence, and aligning personal values with professional goals. Through reflective writing, meditation, and peer coaching, you will gain tools to navigate challenges, reduce stress, and create breakthroughs in their work and life. This is a HYBRID course: you have the choice of joining us in-person or LIVE REMOTE. 

By taking this class, you will....
● Cultivate clarity to recognize and overcome self-sabotaging behaviors.
● Build confi dence through mindfulness, refl ection, and self-compassion.
● Understand and embrace authenticity and creativity in daily life.
● Develop tools to manage stress, time, and communication challenges.
● Gain practical strategies to align personal values with professional goals.

Materials
● Weekly handouts and reflection prompts (provided digitally for all participants)
● Journal and pen/pencil (student-provided)
● Heal to Lead: Volume 1 (complimentary for in-person only)
● Recommended Reading: Daring Greatly by Brené Brown (student-provided)

Who is this class for? 

This class is for those 18 and over seeking to overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and achieve professional and personal success. 

Pickleball is a fun, social physical activity that is growing in popularity. This course provides instruction on the fundamentals of Pickleball, incorporating scoring, rules, technique, and strategy. All levels are welcome, and all community members over the age of 14 are welcome to join!

Pickleball is a fun, social physical activity that is growing in popularity. This course provides instruction on the fundamentals of Pickleball, incorporating scoring, rules, technique, and strategy. All levels are welcome, and all community members over the age of 14 are welcome to join!

You've tried everything: books, courses, seminars, and therapy, but nothing seems to work. Despite your investment in time, money, and effort, you feel you're still stuck in negative cycles. But, what if you could release your anger and anxiety? The “Release Your Anger and Anxiety” workshop consists of a presentation and physical exercises that will provide actionable steps and techniques to improve emotional well-being, peace of mind, and the freedom to BE!

By the end of this somatic approach workshop, you will have learned how to:

• Be Self-Aware: Develop a deep understanding of their emotional triggers and patterns, so they can stop reacting impulsively and start responding with clarity and calm. This workshop will guide the participants through techniques to recognize and manage their emotions effectively.
• Integrate Mind and Body: Achieve a harmonious connection between the participants’ mind and body to generate a greater sense of awareness and control. This workshop is perfect for individuals who have struggled with disconnection between their thoughts and feelings. Participation in the workshop can lead to more balanced and mindful living.
•  Enhance Interoception: Create an awareness of the participants’ internal states, without feeling overwhelmed or lost in the process. The participants will learn to interpret what’s going on inside them with confidence and use this understanding to make positive changes.
•  Resolve triggers and emotional pain from the past: Learn how to recognize triggers and how to “Ride the Wave” of emotions to resolve emotional pain, once and for all.

Eva Angvert will take workshop participants through the process she uses with individual clients, ensuring that you receive the personal guidance and support you need to achieve real results.

What is the somatic awareness approach? Read more here. 

Age range: 18+

You've tried everything: books, courses, seminars, and therapy, but nothing seems to work. Despite your investment in time, money, and effort, you feel you're still stuck in negative cycles. But, what if you could release your anger and anxiety? The “Release Your Anger and Anxiety” workshop consists of a presentation and physical exercises that will provide actionable steps and techniques to improve emotional well-being, peace of mind, and the freedom to BE!

By the end of this somatic approach workshop, you will have learned how to:

• Be Self-Aware: Develop a deep understanding of their emotional triggers and patterns, so they can stop reacting impulsively and start responding with clarity and calm. This workshop will guide the participants through techniques to recognize and manage their emotions effectively.
• Integrate Mind and Body: Achieve a harmonious connection between the participants’ mind and body to generate a greater sense of awareness and control. This workshop is perfect for individuals who have struggled with disconnection between their thoughts and feelings. Participation in the workshop can lead to more balanced and mindful living.
•  Enhance Interoception: Create an awareness of the participants’ internal states, without feeling overwhelmed or lost in the process. The participants will learn to interpret what’s going on inside them with confidence and use this understanding to make positive changes.
•  Resolve triggers and emotional pain from the past: Learn how to recognize triggers and how to “Ride the Wave” of emotions to resolve emotional pain, once and for all.

Eva Angvert will take workshop participants through the process she uses with individual clients, ensuring that you receive the personal guidance and support you need to achieve real results.

What is the somatic awareness approach? Read more here. 

Age range: 18+

Middle Harbor Shoreline Park in Oakland is a 38-acre park with a bay side tidal mudflat, which offers great opportunities to observe wintering Shorebirds, Plovers, Waders, Ducks, Terns and returning Winter Passerines, even the Tropical King Bird. 

This field trip is ideal for all levels of birding. Beginning birders: come and build your birding skills!

Age Range: These classes are designed for those 11+ (parents can accompany their children) and seniors.  

Location: Middle Harbor Shoreline, Oakland CA. Specific meeting location information will be distributed to attendees prior to the start of class. 

Please note: Please note that participants are responsible for their own transportation and insurance. Sorry, no pets allowed.

About your guide: Rich Cimino was the conservation chair for the Eastern Alameda County Audubon Society and a past member of the California State stakeholder committee challenging the permitting of the Altamont Pass Wind Turbine Resource area. He also volunteered for the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory for twelve years. Moreover, Rich is the creator of the Eastern Alameda County Christmas Bird Count, which is now in its sixteenth year, and a leader of the Eastern Alameda County Breeding Bird Altas. Rich leads international birding tours from the Arctic to the tropics as the owner and field trip leader of Yellowbilledtours.com. 

Setchu-ryu Jujutsu is an eclectic system of martial arts comprised of several distinct systems blended together into one seamless style.  The primary systems incorporated in the system are Danzan Ryu Jujitsu, Tenio DeCuerdas Eskrima, Lua Halau O Kaihewalu, though students will also learn concepts from Kosho Ryu Kenpo, Aikido, and Rillamas Serrada Escrima, and Wa Ko Ryu Jujutsu. Students will be taught how to apply and receive throws safely, apply and escape locks, manipulate joints, control an opponent’s balance, strike quickly and effectively, activate nerves, take advantage of vital points, and use and defend against weapons.  This course is physically demanding and will require regular attendance and conditioning for progression.  The class is open to all members of the community age 18 and older.

Looking to improve your cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease or build bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis? Designed for those 40 and over, this weight training and conditioning course will help you build muscle mass and prevent muscle loss that can occur with aging and improve your balance and mobility. You will also learn how to  help prevent overuse injuries that can occur from repeated movements.
What to wear: work-out attire and closed toe shoes are required. 

Please note that this section of this class is for the one class per week pass. 

Instructor Paul Sapsford will utilize experience from teaching weight training classes at LPC since 2008. He studied Kinesiology at St. Mary's University (BSc Hons), and Saint Mary's College of California (MA). Furthermore, he completed the British Amateur Weight Lifters Association's (B.A.W.L.A.) Weight Training Instructor Certificate while attending St. Mary's University, London.

Looking to improve your cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of heart disease or build bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis? Designed for those 40 and over, this weight training and conditioning course will help you build muscle mass and prevent muscle loss that can occur with aging and improve your balance and mobility. You will also learn how to  help prevent overuse injuries that can occur from repeated movements.
What to wear: work-out attire and closed toe shoes are required. 

Please note that this section of this course is a 2 days per week pass. You can attend both days each week. 

Instructor Paul Sapsford will utilize experience from teaching weight training classes at LPC since 2008. He studied Kinesiology at St. Mary's University (BSc Hons), and Saint Mary's College of California (MA). Furthermore, he completed the British Amateur Weight Lifters Association's (B.A.W.L.A.) Weight Training Instructor Certificate while attending St. Mary's University, London.

Experience the gentle power of Tai Chi in this welcoming, beginner-friendly class designed to support your mind and body. Tai Chi is a centuries-old Chinese movement practice known for its flowing motions, meditative pace, and wide-ranging health benefits.

In this course, you’ll learn simple, accessible movements from Tai Chi. We’ll focus on improving balance, posture, and flexibility while reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being. Each session includes guided movement, breathing techniques, and brief discussions on how Tai Chi supports healthy aging, stress relief, and mental clarity.

Perfect for adults seeking a mindful way to stay active—whether you're brand new to Tai Chi or returning after time away. This is a safe and supportive space to slow down, reconnect with your body, and build wellness from within.

Benefits you'll experience:

• Increased balance, coordination, and mobility
• Reduced stress and improved focus
• Gentle support for joint health and relaxation
• A deeper sense of calm and body awareness

Level: Beginner, no experience required

Age range: all ages welcome

Recommended clothing: Wear comfortable clothing and bring water—no special equipment needed.

If you are looking to improve your social life, mental health, personal growth, musicality, creativity and physical health, then this dance class/course is for you! Swing dancing is a social activity that can help you meet new people and connect with others. West Coast Swing lessons can help you build confidence, patience, and perseverance. They can also help you unleash your creativity and challenge yourself. Social dancing with different partners can help you improve your lead/follow techniques and learn to adapt to different partners. West Coast Swing is known for being flexible and allowing for a wide range of personal expression and musical interpretations. Swing dancing can improve your mood, reduce stress, and boost your self-esteem. West Coast Swing is a full-body workout that can improve your cardiovascular health, lower your risk of heart disease, and help you lose weight, and it will always keep your mind sharp as well!

Materials: Dance shoes with suede bottom or jazz shoes are recommended.

Age range: 18+

Note: This class is Beginner 1. 

 

If you are looking to improve your social life, mental health, personal growth, musicality, creativity and physical health, then this dance class/course is for you! Swing dancing is a social activity that can help you meet new people and connect with others. West Coast Swing lessons can help you build confidence, patience, and perseverance. They can also help you unleash your creativity and challenge yourself. Social dancing with different partners can help you improve your lead/follow techniques and learn to adapt to different partners. West Coast Swing is known for being flexible and allowing for a wide range of personal expression and musical interpretations. Swing dancing can improve your mood, reduce stress, and boost your self-esteem. West Coast Swing is a full-body workout that can improve your cardiovascular health, lower your risk of heart disease, and help you lose weight, and it will always keep your mind sharp as well!

Materials: Dance shoes with suede bottom or jazz shoes are recommended.

Age range: 18+

Note: This class is Beginner 2. You need to have taken Beginner 1 in order to sign up for this class. 

 

Imagine that it is late at night and you, and/or your daughter, are alone and are walking to your car from the restaurant. The parking lot is empty, and out of the corner of your eye you see a large figure approaching you and they continue to approach...and quickly....What Would You Do?  Would you know what to do? If you find yourself drawing a blank to both of these questions, or if you are unsure of what you may know will work, join our program; we will you basic and easy to learn movements that will aid you in protecting yourself during a physical attack.

In this course, you will learn:

• Victim vs. Non-Victim behavior
• Proper Striking Techniques with the Hands-Legs-Feet-Knees-Elbows
• Grab Escapes
• Effective Body Targets
•  Drills to enhance familiarity and efficacy in use.

We hope that you will let us help you, and/or your daughter, become more confident, while out enjoying life. We look forward to working with you!

Age range: 16+

Location: This course is being held off-site at Kokua Martial Arts Academy in Pleasanton

This course is being offered by Kokua Martial Arts Academy, which is owned and operated by Esther Molina.  Ms. Molina is a high-ranking instructor in the art of Kajukenbo and has made it her life's mission to help women and young girls be better prepared for situations like the one described above. Ms. Molina, with the help of her seasoned and well-trained instructors, have developed a Personal Protection Program, specifically designed for women and young girls, to help them to learn and to put in practice the tools that will help them in these types of situations.