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Introduction to Dog Obedience - Fall 2025
This class is offered for all dogs who are at least 5 months old.  Learn how to train your dog using positive reinforcement training to walk on a loose leash, come when called, sit, stay and lie down on command, along with working on behavior modification (house breaking, crate training, jumping, chewing, etc.)  Shot records must be presented on the first night of class. (Rabies DHLPP, Bordetella). Minors over the age of 12 are invited to train as long as a parent or guardian is registered for the class and remains in attendance.

IMPORTANT:  PLEASE BRING YOUR DOG TO THE FIRST CLASS,
Equipment you will need:  six-foot leather or nylon lead (NO retractable leashes) and a training collar, treats, treat pouch and clean up supplies.

Tuesdays:  
Session l:   September 9 - October 14
Session ll:  November 11 - December 16
Time:          7:00 - 8:00 pm
Location:    Maire Elementary School Gym
Fee:           $150/6 weeks
Instructor:  Kristin Hadacz, Certified Dog Trainer

Please Note:  If you send an email to be placed on the wait  list, include the following information:
Participant's name, activity, participants contact cell number/email.

Karate - Adult Karate and Self-Defense Ages 14+ Summer 2025
Equip yourself with the confidence and abilities you need to stay safe!
~  How to read an environment for threats
~  How to think and be pro-active
~  What do do if you are attacked (using various scenarios)
~  How to generate power so that no matter "how big he is" you can protect yourself

Thursdays:
Session lll:  June 19 - August 21 - 9 weeks
Location:     NC, Fitness Studio
Time:           8:15 - 9 pm
Fee:            $60/student (9 weeks)
              
Instructor:  Sensei Dina Dajani, 2nd Degree Black Belt

"Fun, supportive, creative, informative....WONDERFUL!"
                Leanne C. - Participant

Karate for Adult Karate & Self-Defense Ages 14+ - Fall 2025
Ages 14+

Equip yourself with the confidence and abilities you need to stay safe!
~ How to read an environment for threats
~ How to think and be pro-active
~ What to do if you are attacked (using various scenarios)
~ How to generate power so that no matter "how big he is" you can protect yourself

Thursdays:  
Session l:    Sept 11 - Oct 16 (6 weeks)
Session ll:   Nov 6 - Dec 18 (6 weeks) No class Nov 27
Location:     Parcells Middle School, Girls Gym
Time:           7:30 - 8:15pm
Fee:             $45, 6 weeks
Instructor:    Sensei Dina Dajani, 2nd Degree Black Belt

"Fun, supportive, creative, informative.....WONDERFUL!"
                     Leanne C. - Participant



Karate For Families - Fall 2025
Ages 5+ Kindergarten - Adult
This activity provids an opportunity for the entire family to partiicpate in a way that does not have a negative impact on the pocketbook.
~ Karate for Kids and Adult Karate & Self-Defense program curriculum
~ Lessons on family safety and protection
~ How to avoid conflict using awareness and communication
~ Drills and exercises

Thursdays:
Session l:    Sept 11 - Oct 16 (6 weeks)  
Session ll:   Nov 6 - December 18 (6weeks)  No class Nov 27
Location:     Parcells Middle School, Girls Gym
Time:           7:30  - 8:15 pm
Fee:             $90/family/6 weeks

Instructor:  Sensei Dina Dajani 2nd Degree Black Belt

"The right balance of fun and disipline."
     Dean G. - Parent & Participant



Karate For Families Summer 2025
Kindergarten - Adult, Ages 5+
This activity provides an opportunity for the entire family to participate in a way that does not have a negative impact on the pocketbook.
~ Karate for Kids and Adult Karate & Self-Defense program curriculum
~ Lessons on family safety and protection
~ How to avoid conflict using awareness and communication
~ Drills and exercises

Thursdays:
Session lll:   9 weeks
Location:     NC, Fitness Studio
Time:          7:30 - 8:15 pm
Fee:            $120/Family (9 weeks)
                
Instructor:  Sensei Dina Dajani 2nd Degree Black Belt

"The right balance of fun and dicipline."
     Dean G. - Parent & Participant

Puppy Pre-School - Fall 2025
Southern Michigan Obedience Training Club offers this class for all puppies who are 3-5 months of age.  Socialization, introduction to obedience, grooming and problem solving are offered.  Bring your puppy and shot records to the first night of class, as well as a six-foot leather lead and an appropriately sized buckle collar or harness.
Minors over the age of 12 are invited to train as long as a parent or guardian is registered  and remains in attendance.

Mondays:    September 15 - October 27 (No class Oct 20)
Time:           7 - 8 pm
Location:     Maire Elementary School,  gym
Fee:            $85/6 weeks
Instructor:   Chris Strutz, SMOTC Member


Rowing, Indoor Rowing - Fall 2025
All levels welcome.  This is an aerobic exercise class for the busy, fitness-minded adult interested in developing back, chest, shoulders, abdomen and legs using state of the art Concept ll Indoor Rowing Ergometers.  Coaches from Friends of Detroit Rowing will run workouts.
Members only special:  Separate indoor rowing classes offered for members.  Check www.neighborhoodclub.org for the group exercise schedule.

Mo/We/Fr:   September 8 - December 19
Time:           6 - 6:30 am                                        
Fee:             $149/15 weeks
Instructors - Brian Payton and Ted Fly

Mo/We:       September 8 - December 17
Time:           5:30 - 6pm or  6:15 - 6:45 pm                                        
Fee:             $99/15 weeks
Instructors:  Cheryl Koch and Lisa Manardo

Tu/Th           September 9 - December 18    No class November 27
Time:            9:00 - 9:30 am
Fee:              $99/15 weeks
Instructors:    Cynthia Javons and Deb Roseborough

Location:   NCRWC Lower level, Rowing/Fitness Room

Rowing, Indoor Rowing Summer 2025
Indoor Rowing - All levels welcome! No Recreation and Wellness Center membership required to register for indoor rowing.

This is an aerobic exercise class for the busy, fitness-minded adult interested in developing back, chest, shoulders, abdomen and legs using state of the art Concept ll Indoor Rowing Ergometers.  Coaches from Friends of Detroit Rowing will run workouts.

INSTRUCTORS:
Sunrise - M/W/F - Brian Payton and Ted Fly

Mon/Wed/Fri:  June 16 -  August 29 - 11 weeks  NO CLASS July 4
Time:               6:00 - 6:30 am
Fee:                $106/11 weeks