ADULT PROGRAMS
AIKIDO SELF DEFENSE CLASSES (AGES 15+) Fee $70 Learn to blend with, rather than go against, the force of an attack. The idea is to forget oneself and follow the opponent’s movement.
Location: Mountain View Community Center Instructor: Salvatore Pinzone & Greg Heath
Tue/Thu (4x) Jan 8 – Feb 3 Tue/Thu (4x)
Feb 5 – Mar 3
Tue/Thu (4x) Mar 5 – Mar 31 Tue/Thu (4x) Apr 7 – Apr 30
7 – 8:30 pm 7 – 8:30 pm 7 – 8:30 pm 7 – 8:30 pm
SELF DEFENSE FOR ALL (AGES 16+) Fee $12 Learn practical techniques to increase awareness, build confidence, and protect yourself in everyday situations. Open to all adults and focuses on simple, effective skills anyone can use.
Location: Mountain View Community Center Instructor: Salvatore Pinzone & Greg Heath
Fri (1x) Fri (1x)
Jan 9 Feb 13
Fri (1x) Mar 13 Fri (1x) Apr 10
6:30 – 8 pm 6:30 – 8 pm 6:30 – 8 pm 6:30 – 8 pm
ATA TAEKWONDO MARTIAL ARTS (AGES 18+) Fee $102 Learn dynamic kicks, punches, and blocks while building discipline, confidence, and self-esteem in a supportive setting. Additional $50 supply fee includes ATA uniform and one-year membership.
Location: Mountain View Community Center Instructor: Sabree Three
Mon/Wed (4x) Jan 5 – Feb 2 Mon/Wed (4x)
Feb 4 – Mar 2
Mon/Wed (4x) Mar 4 – Mar 30 Mon/Wed (4x) Apr 6 – Apr 29
7:15 – 8 pm 7:15 – 8 pm 7:15 – 8 pm 7:15 – 8 pm
EXPLORING EMPLOYMENT (AGES 18+) FREE An interactive course that offers a comprehensive look into the world of employment for persons with disabilities.
Location: Mountain View Community Center Instructor: Vanessa Cornejo
Mon (7x) Feb 2 – Mar 23 8 – 9:30 am Mon (7x) Mar 30 – May 11 8 – 9:30 am JOB SEARCH Get #ActiveAvondale
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DOG TRAINING GROUP CLASSES (AGES 18+) Fee $109 Dogs will learn commands such as no biting, no jumping, heeling, sit, stay, down, come, no, and place. Basic level improves behavior in public settings. Bring a 6-foot leash. Intermediate level focuses on distance work with 15-to-25-foot leashes and begins easing into off-leash training.
Location: Alamar Park Instructor: Christopher Thompson
Sat (6x) Sat (6x) Sat (6x) Sat (6x) Sat (6x) Sat (6x)
Sat (6x) Apr 4 – May 9 Sat (6x) Apr 4 – May 9 Sat (6x) Apr 4 – May 9
Jan 10 – Feb 14 8:15 – 9:15 am Jan 10 – Feb 14 9:25 – 10:25 am Jan 10 – Feb 14 10:35 – 11:35 am Feb 21 – Mar 28 8:15 – 9:15 am Feb 21 – Mar 28 9:25 – 10:25 am Feb 21 – Mar 28 10:35 – 11:35 am 8:15 – 9:15 am 9:25 – 10:25 am 10:35 – 11:35 am
Basic Large Dogs Basic Small Dogs Intermediate Both Basic Large Dogs Basic Small Dogs Intermediate Both Basic Large Dogs Basic Small Dogs Intermediate Both
ADULT CERAMICS (AGES 18+) Fee $78 Learn the basics of hand-building pottery to create functional and sculptural ceramic pieces. Experiment with various designs and techniques and use glaze to complete long-lasting stoneware projects. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class will inspire creativity and help you develop your skills in a relaxing environment.
Location: Mountain View Community Center Instructor: Tiffany Weatherly
Wed (4x) Jan 7 – Jan 28 6 – 7:30 pm Wed (4x) Feb 4 – Feb 25 6 – 7:30 pm Wed (4x) Mar 4 – Mar 25 6 – 7:30 pm Wed (4x) Apr 1 – Apr 29 6 – 7:30 pm
FAMILY PROGRAMS
FAMILY PAINTING ON CANVAS (AGES 4+) Fee $16 Bond with your loved ones while creating art together! Discover new painting techniques, unleash your creativity, and leave with a beautiful masterpiece to proudly display at home. All supplies are included.
Location: Mountain View Community Center Instructor: Lesa Schuur
Sat (1x) Jan 10 9 – 11 am Snowman Snow Globe Sat (1x) Feb 7 Sat (1x) Mar 7 Sat (1x) Apr 4
9 – 11 am You’re Axo-lustily Adorable 9 – 11 am Galactic Cutie 9 – 11 am Easter Peeps
Avondale residents receive a discount on recreation programs! Browse & register at
www.AvondaleAZ.gov/Rec
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