The City of Seal Beach announced the following activities, signup deadlines, and program information.

LEARN TO PLAY THE GUITAR!
The beginning Guitar class will gently teach the fundamentals of guitar including chords, picking, and tablature. Please bring your own guitar. This class is for anyone 9 years of age and older. Adults are cordially invited too!
“Beginning Guitar” 6-week class is held at the Los Alamitos Community Center, located at 10911 Oak Street. The class is offered on Thursdays, September 23rd – October 28th from 5:30- 6:30pm. The class fee is $74 for the 5-week session.

DOG OBEDIENCE!
All breeds of dogs 6 months and older, larger breeds of four months and older, are welcome. Learn all basic obedience commands such as heel, automatic sit, sit-stay, stand and come. There will also be discussions on correction of various behavior problems. Hand signals, long distance work and an intro to off-leash control and boundary training included. Trophies and certificates will also be awarded at graduation. The first class orientation will be held without your dogs at the Los Alamitos Community Center, 10911 Oak St. All other meetings will be held at Laurel Park, located at 10862 Bloomfield in Los Alamitos (corner of Katella & Bloomfield). Handlers must be at least 9 years of age to participate.
“Dog Obedience” is offered September 23rd – November 11th from 6:30-7:30pm. The class fee is $78 and a $5 insurance/awards fee is payable to the instructor.

UNCOVER YOUR SUBCONSCIOUS!
Understanding messages from your subconscious can enhance your understanding of self. The benefits can be decreased stress, increased health and clearer thinking leading to a more positive self-image and lifestyle. We will use relaxation, breath work, guided imagery and art to open to the information your subconscious provides for you. Please bring a mat or towel and a cushion as much of the class is seated on the floor.
The “Meditatiaon: Focusing the Mind, Quieting the Mind” class is offered to anyone 16+ years of age at the Senior Center, 707 Electric Ave, starting September 20th – November 1st on Mondays from 6:30-8:00pm and the session fee is $75.

PiYo – Pilates & Yoga
“PiYo” is a fusion of Pilates and Yoga. You will enjoy the benefits of training the core (abdominals, trunk and back) by employing the rigors of the Pilates method. Then a series of Hatha Yoga poses emphasizing breath for a total mind, body fitness experience. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a sticky mat and/or beach towel.
“PiYo” is a 12-week class held at the North Seal Beach Center located at 3333 Saint Cloud Drive. Classes are held on Saturday from September 18th – December 4th from 9:30 – 11:00am. This 12 week class is for ages 15 years and older, the session fee is $74. Walk-in fee is $10 per class. No class 10/9, 11/13, and 11/27.

Tai Chi Chih
“Tai Chi Chih – I” is a beginning class to reduce stress and experience peace within. A moving form of meditation based on ancient Chinese principles, these graceful, flowing movements tone muscles, align the body and enhance flexibility while promoting a peaceful mind. In Chinese medicine, tai chi is used as a way to relax the body and allow the chi (vital energy) to flow, thereby promoting wellness. Classes are held from 5:30-6:30pm.
“Tai Chi Chih – II” is designed for Intermediate & Advanced students. The class will help to refine your practice and deepen the benefits of this simple but powerful moving meditation. Reduce stress and experience peace within and thereby promoting wellness. Classes are held 6:45-7:45pm.
Tai Chi Chih I & II 5-week classes are $40 per session and offered for ages 13 years and older. Classes will be held at the Marina Community Center (151 Marina Drive) on Mondays, September 20th – October 18th.

IMPROVE THAT SWING!
COME PLAY TENNIS!
Come improve your tennis skills with Professional Manny Stamaria. We have classes for all ages. The next series for adults begins Tuesday, September 14th. We offer adult classes Tuesday – Thursday at the City of Seal Beach Tennis Center (3900 Lampson Ave.) Private lessons are also available! Tennis is ongoing so enroll today! The class fee is $117 for 8 weeks for Beginning and Intermediate levels.

The Seal Beach Recreation and Community Services Department may be reached by phone at (562) 431-2527 EXT. 1344