Have Fun and Stay Active with Continuing Education Fitness Classes
Whether you are looking for an intense calorie-burning workout, or a fun, low-impact exercise class, ACC Continuing Education Workforce Development may have the perfect class for you. With a variety of fitness classes you will be able to jump-start or continue your workout routine. 
- Reduce stress
- Increase flexibility, strength and fitness
- Improve posture
- Aid in weight loss
A basic yogic practice is made up of two main components: pranayama, breathing techniques that help you to control your body and mind; and asanas, poses that stretch your muscles that help relieve stiffness, tension, pain and fatigue.
Yoga is non-competitive and leaves you feeling invigorated, yet calm and relaxed.
Yoga: Introduction/Intermediate Mixed Levels
Classes will start as a beginner level and progress to an intermediate level. Each class consists of pranayama (breath techniques), meditation and hatha yoga (body movement). Class ends with relaxation.
Check the schedule below for dates and times.
Karate
ACC offers two levels of Karate classes.
The beginner to advanced martial arts class for 5 - 12 year olds teaches the art, sport, self-discipline and self-confidence aspects of American Karate which is continued in the second class, which is open to beginners to black belts who are 13 years-old and older.
All instructors are certified through the American Society of Karate.
Students are required to purchase a gi (uniform) by the third week of class ($35 CASH ONLY).
Note: To advance in rank, students are required to compete in tournaments.
Put your natural curves to work for you as you shimmy your way to a stronger core in the ACC belly dancing class.
This exotic, Middle Eastern form of dance utilizes graceful arm, chest and hip movements to help the performer glide across the dance floor. In this introductory class you will learn the basic mechanics of belly dancing including hip isolation as well as midsection locks and shimmies.
Through your body movements, you will be able to express your unique sensuality as you become a strong, confident and beautiful belly dancer.
Boot Camp
Take your body to the limit with intense workouts in the ACC Boot Camp class which is made up of a series of indoor/outdoor workouts that include calisthenics like push-ups, jumping jacks, crunches and other body-weight exercises.
- Burn lots of calories
- Efficiently work out your whole body in a short amount of time
- Avoid boredom and have fun in the ever-changing workout routine
- Work and challenge your body at your own pace
You work, you sweat and, best of all, you burn calories like crazy!
Note: Medical profile questionnaire and waiver required. Measurements may be taken in advance and throughout the program to track each individual’s progress.
Zumba
Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will make you want to work out. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat.
50+ Aerobics
Help maintain or improve cardio-vascular function in this course designed for students 50 years and older. The class focuses on low-impact aerobics, stretching and toning exercises.
Pilates for 50+
Pilates is a non-impact program for every body shape and level of fitness. In this senior class, the exercises focus on developing core stability while toning, strengthening and balancing the entire body, mind and spirit. With correct form, proper breathing and mental focus, you can improve flexibility and strengthen back muscles as well as tone and flatten abs.
Line Dancing
Learn a new line dance every class including four corners, flying eights, easy as 1-2-3, cha-cha and more in this class that help you improve cardio-respiratory function, physical stamina and muscular endurance as you burn calories, improve circulation and eliminate toxins.
Strength Training with Weights
This course allows students to learn the correct use of weight machines to tone weak muscles and increase strength, range of motion and flexibility.
Zumba Fitness for 50+
Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will make you want to work out. The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat.
Upcoming Classes:
Yoga: Introduction/Intermediate Mixed Levels
ALVIN CAMPUS
Course No. Date(s) Time Day Room Instructor
CEPREC 1400 01 01/05/2012 – 02/23/2012 05:15PM - 06:30PM TW H109 J Bethscheider
CEPREC 1400 01 02/28/2012 – 04/26/2012 05:15PM - 06:30PM TW H109 J Bethscheider
Fee(s): Tuition IN $150.00 Tuition OD $170.00 Other Fees $2.00
Karate Ages 5-12 (White Belts Only)
Session I
ALVIN CAMPUS
Course No. Date(s) Time Day Room Instructor
CEPREC 1101 AC01 01/19/2012 - 03/29/2012 06:00PM - 07:00PM TH ACC Gym C Fussell
MARY MAREK ELEMENTARY
CEPREC 1101 MM01 01/18/2012 - 03/28/2012 06:00PM - 07:00PM W Mary Marek Elem C Fussell
Fee(s): Tuition IN $60.00 Tuition OD $80.00 Other Fees $7.00
Session II
ALVIN CAMPUS
CEPREC 1101 AC01 04/05/2012 - 05/24/2012 06:00PM - 07:00PM TH ACC Gym C Fussell
MARY MAREK ELEMENTARY
CEPREC 1101 MM02 04/04/2012 - 05/23/2012 06:00PM - 07:00PM W Mary Marek Elem C Fussell
Fee(s): Tuition IN $48.00 Tuition OD $68.00 Other Fees $7.00
Karate Ages 5-12 (Yellow - Red Belts)
Session I
ALVIN CAMPUS
Course No. Date(s) Time Day Room Instructor
CEPREC 1121 AC01 01/19/2012 - 03/29/2012 07:00PM - 08:00PM TH ACC Gym C Fussell
MARY MAREK ELEMENTARY
CEPREC 1121 MM01 01/18/2012 - 03/28/2012 07:00PM - 08:00PM W Mary Marek Elem C Fussell
Fee(s): Tuition IN $60.00 Tuition OD $80.00 Other Fees $7.00
Session II
ALVIN CAMPUS
CEPREC 1121 AC02 04/05/2012 - 05/24/2012 07:00PM - 08:00PM TH ACC Gym C Fussell
MARY MAREK ELEMENTARY
CEPREC 1121 MM02 04/04/2012 - 05/23/2012 07:00PM - 08:00PM W Mary Marek Elem C Fussell
Fee(s): Tuition IN $48.00 Tuition OD $68.00 Other Fees $7.00
Classes coming soon!
ALVIN CAMPUS
Course No. Date(s) Time Day Room Instructor
CESPIN 1590 01 01/18/2012 - 03/28/2012 06:00PM - 07:00PM W C227 T Charles
CESPIN 1590 02 04/04/2012 - 06/06/2012 06:00PM - 07:00PM W C227 T Charles
Fee(s): Tuition IN $100.00 Tuition OD $120.00 Other Fees $7.00
ALVIN CAMPUS
Course No. Date(s) Time Day Room Instructor
CESPIN 1576 02 11/22/2011 - 12/13/2011 06:30PM - 07:30PM TTH C227 A Simsen
CESPIN 1576 01 01/17/2012 - 02/02/2012 06:30PM - 07:30PM TTH C227 A Simsen
CESPIN 1576 02 02/09/2012 - 02/28/2012 06:30PM - 07:30PM TTH C227 A Simsen
CESPIN 1576 03 03/06/2012 - 03/29/2012 06:30PM - 07:30PM TTH C227 A Simsen
CESPIN 1576 04 04/05/2012 - 04/24/2012 06:30PM - 07:30PM TTH C227 A Simsen
CESPIN 1576 05 05/01/2012 - 05/17/2012 06:30PM - 07:30PM TTH C227 A Simsen
Fee(s): Tuition IN $40.00 Tuition OD $60.00 Other Fees $7.00
To learn more about the ACC Karate classes, call 281-756-3787 or email ce@alvincollege.edu
To learn more about the ACC Belly Dancing, Boot Camp and Salsa classes, call 281-756-3994 or email Stacey Chambless: schambless@alvincollege.edu
To learn more about the ACC Senior Fitness Program or Zumba classes call 281-756-3729 or email Rhonda Myers: rmyers@alvincollege.edu
