Albany Area Community Education

Adam Patterson, 6th Degree Black Belt This advanced class will focus on the meaning of Karate and the application of the forms as they apply to real world self-defense. This program will be taught in a smaller group with the instructors helping students perform the self-defense techniques properly. The advanced class is required for any student wishing to become a first-degree black belt. Uniforms are encouraged but are not needed to attend class. New students who register before the third class will receive a free uniform. Testing: TBA.

Paula Keck, 500RYT Yoga & Meditation Instructor, Certified Sound Bath and Myofascial Release Practitioner Build strength, improve flexibility, and boost your body awareness in this 6-week all-levels Yoga Sculpt series. We'll combine a gentle yoga flow with light hand weights (2–5 lbs) to challenge your strength, condition your core, and get your heart rate up—yes, you will break a sweat! Prefer to skip the weights? No problem. The class can easily be done as a slow-flow yoga practice without them. Bring a yoga mat, a set of light hand weights, and a water bottle to stay hydrated. No experience necessary—just a willingness to move, breathe, and try something new.