CORPORATE, COMMUNITY AND CONTINUING EDUCATION MORAINE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE Palos Hills | Blue Island | Tinley Park 9 Fitness, Health and Wellness Empowerment Through Self Defense NEW $80 The four-week Women’s Self Defense Workshop at Moraine Valley Community College, led by Sensei Phil Davis, Shuri Ryu Karate, is designed to empower women with practical self-defense techniques, situational awareness and confidence. The workshop will focus on essential skills such as effective strikes, escapes from holds and ground defense, all tailored to real life situations. Participants will also learn how to stay alert and recognize potential threats while building mental and emotional resilience. Each session will include physical training, discussions on empowerment, and practical scenarios to apply the skills learned. The workshop aims to provide women with the tools needed to protect themselves and foster a sense of empowerment in a supportive and engaging environment. GN4‑104‑270 Sat., March 22‑April 12, 10‑11:30 a.m., 4 Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. T002 Nutrition Essentials 101 $45 This interactive in-person two-session course shares information about weight management, ways to optimize nutrients, and how our bodies use food as a fuel source to generate energy. We will discuss essential nutrients that help our body to function properly and the relationship between food and health. Classes taught by a degreed nutritionist. HL4‑374‑200 Wed., April 23‑30, 6‑7:30 p.m., 2 Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Nutrition for the Aging $40 This virtual course is comprised of a total of four consecutive one-hour live webinars covering dietary guidelines, cardiovascular health, nutrient needs and osteoporosis for the aging population. Classes taught by a degreed nutritionist. EC4‑203‑400 Wed., Feb. 19‑26, 6‑8 p.m., 2 Wks, ONLINE Tai Chi/Qigong Level 1 $159 Tai chi is an internal system of martial arts that is practiced for its health benefits, but it can be used for self-defense. Qigong is an internal system that is a brother/sister to tai chi. Its focus is on inner healing and vital energy. The two combine to provide stress reduction, flexibility, inner/outer balance and wellness. Loose fitting black warm up clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended. FT4‑302‑592 Tues., Feb. 4‑April 22, 7‑9 p.m., 10 Wks, Tinley Park, Rm. 118 Tai Chi/Qigong Level 2 $159 Tai chi is an internal system of martial arts that is practiced for its health benefits, but it can be used for self-defense. Qigong is an internal system that is closely related to tai chi. This Level 2 class enhances and goes beyond what is taught in Level 1. Level 2 requires a good foundation in Level 1. FT4‑322‑592 Wed., Feb. 5‑April 16, 7‑9 p.m., 10 Wks, Tinley Park, Rm. 118 Yoga $55 Learn yoga poses safely while developing strength, balance, flexibility, endurance, concentration and well-being. Bring a yoga mat, two firm blankets, yoga block and strap. Open to all levels in the community. FT4‑245‑592 Thurs., Jan. 30‑March 13, 6:30‑7:30 p.m., 6 Wks, Tinley Park, Rm. 118 FT4‑245‑593 Thurs., March 20‑April 24, 6:30‑7:30 p.m., 6 Wks, Tinley Park, Rm. 118 Flower Arranging Spring Floral Centerpiece NEW $125 Welcome spring with a gorgeous floral centerpiece you design yourself. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to care for and handle fresh flowers from a professional. Discover the basics of floral mechanics to keep your arrangement secure, master stem insertion, and create beautiful ribbon loops. Explore vibrant spring color palettes as you design a stunning piece perfect for any table. CR4‑375‑200 Wed., April 16, 6‑8 p.m., Palos Hills, Rm. F159 Spring Floral Sculpting NEW $150 Add a touch of whimsy to your spring décor with a stunning floral topiary. Learn how to select and care for the perfect flowers to craft your design. Discover the art of binding blooms together to create a topiary shape and master the proper techniques for soaking floral foam and securing your arrangement. You’ll also learn how to green the base, insert stems like a pro, and hide your mechanics with beautiful ribbon loops and a bow. By the end, you’ll have a gorgeous, handcrafted floral topiary to brighten up any space! CR4‑376‑270 Sat., May 3, 6‑8 p.m., Palos Hills, Rm. F159 Foreign Languages Conversational French I $125 Learn how to ask directions, tell time and order a meal. Covers money issues and basic grammar. Textbook required. LN4‑205‑200 Mon., Feb. 3‑March 31, 6‑8:30 p.m., 7 Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. A131 Conversational French II $125 Review and reinforce your basic knowledge of French while adding to your vocabulary and fluency in conversation. Textbook required. LN4‑206‑200 Mon., April 7‑May 19, 6‑8:30 p.m., 7 Wks, Palos Hills, Rm. A131 Conversational Italian I $125 Covers words and phrases for travelers. Covers basic grammar, shopping, cuisine, Money and customs. Review and reinforce your basic knowledge of Italian while adding to your vocabulary and fluency in conversation. LN4‑260‑592 Tues., Feb. 4‑April 1, 6:30‑9 p.m., 7 Wks, Tinley Park, Rm. 104 Conversational Italian II $125 Review and reinforce your basic knowledge of Italian while adding to your vocabulary and fluency in conversation. LN4‑261‑592 Tues., April 8‑May 20, 6:30‑9 p.m., 7 Wks, Tinley Park, Rm. 104 Conversational Spanish $145 Learn to use basic vocabulary and conversation. Spanish customs and culture are explored. Textbook required. LN4‑265‑592 Thurs., Feb. 6‑April 17, 6:30‑9 p.m., 10 Wks, Tinley Park, Rm. 202 Genealogy Discover Your Ancestry $30 Discover your family lineage using popular online tools like Ancestry.com, FamilySearch.org, and more. You’ll learn how to navigate these sites, explore records and uncover your family tree. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your search, this class will give you the skills to dive into your heritage and uncover fascinating stories from your past. HB4‑370‑200 Mon., March 3, 6‑8:30 p.m., Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Investment and Finance Critical Decisions for Financial Success $30 Explore critical decisions that need to be addressed to achieve financial success. Your financial security is a lifelong journey. Whether you are just starting out or are looking forward to your upcoming retirement, these decisions will help put you in a more comfortable financial position and will improve the likelihood of your financial success. EC4‑232‑200 Tues., March 18, 7‑9 p.m., Palos Hills, Rm. M201 Cutting Taxes on IRA Withdrawals $25 This program is for investors ages 60+ who have Money in any type of retirement plan and want to pay less to the IRS. EC4‑386‑170 Thurs., April 3, 1:30‑3 p.m., Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Fundamentals of Retirement NEW $30 Learn the fundamentals of starting and planning for your retirement. Learn the difference between a Roth and a pre-tax investment and how they are affected by taxes. Learn the tax brackets and how to minimize your tax bite. This course blends financial education with life planning to help build your wealth, align your Money with your values and achieve your retirement lifestyle goals. IM4‑168‑200 Wed., April 2, 6‑8 p.m., Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Keep More of What You Earn with a Budget $30 Learn the importance of identifying cash flow within a flexible and personalized budget. This fundamental class teaches you how to document your expenses, learn to track with or without personal budgeting software and work together as a family to achieve common financial goals. You might even find that you can start or increase your retirement savings. Take control of your Money and avoid letting your Money take control of you! HB4‑250‑200 Thurs., March 20, 6‑8 p.m., Palos Hills, Rm. M206 Retiring: A New Financial Frontier $49 Are you concerned about making good decisions as you plan to retire? This workshop includes info about how to maximize Social Security benefits and increase retirement income; untangle the web of Medicare decisions and evaluate supplement options and costs; and effectively transfer wisdom and wealth to your heirs through estate planning. This workshop goes beyond standard retirement planning to help you ensure success and peace of mind in this exciting new act of your life. EC4‑170‑270 Sat., Feb. 8, 9 a.m.‑Noon, Palos Hills, Rm. M207
