Exercise

AIKIDO FOR BEGINNERS

Aikido is a non-aggressive martial art system derived from Japan. The primary principle of Aikido is to defend yourself in an attack through redirecting the strength of your opponent. In this course you will learn the fundamental principles of Aikido. This includes but is not limited to learning how to roll safely, executing basic techniques including pins and throws, and strikes and takings or grabs, and foot work. This is a martial art course NOT a self-defense course.

Bring:
Loose clothing such as track pants and t-shirt. Please remove jewelry before training. A drink bottle may also be a good idea.

Venue:
Arthur Street Primary School Hall
Arthur Street
City Rise

Fee:
$36.00 Otago University, Otago Polytech & Otago Language School Students
$40.00 Others

Day and Time:
Mondays
6:00 - 7:00pm

Dates:
22 July - 19 August 2013
(5 sessions)

Streams:

ASTANGA VINYASA YOGA

Astanga is a very dynamic and invigorating flow-style form of Yoga. It builds muscle strength and length, deeply opens, tones and cleanses the entire body and calms the mind. Having a set sequence of flows and postures designed to open and strengthen the body evenly in all directions, students can become familiar with the structure and work their practice like a

Bring:
Comfortable clothes; Please also have clean feet or wear socks if you wish to use our yoga straps.

Venue:
Evison Lounge
First Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$37 Otago University, Otago Polytech & Otago Language Students
$44 Others

Streams:

BADMINTON FOR BEGINNERS

This course is designed for beginner level. It primarily focuses on the fundamental skills of badminton including the basic knowledge of equipment, rules and regulation and techniques, as well as the basic skills and knowledge of badminton through instruction, footwork, serves, strokes drill, and play. Racquets and shuttlecocks will be provided.

Bring:
Comfortable, non-restricting clothes and sports shoes.

Venue:
Activities Hall
Second Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$34 Otago University, Otago Polytech & Otago Language Students.
$40 Others

Streams:

BOXING FOR FUN

This course is a fun way to improve your fitness! Come along and increase your confidence, coordination and self defense skills while learning boxing techniques. During this course you will use boxing pads but not bags.

Bring:
Comfortable clothing; Hand wraps are recommended & tutors will discuss these in class;
Mouth guard, and your own bag gloves or boxing gloves are optional (and recommended for more advanced work); Optional gear will be discussed in the classes; Lots of energy!

Venue:
Activities Hall
Second Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$21 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic & Otago Language Students
$26 Others

Day:
STREAM 1 Mondays
STREAM 2 Fridays

Time:
Noon - 1pm

Dates:
Stream 1: 22 July - 19 August 2013
Stream 2: 19 July - 16 August 2013



Streams:

CAPOERIA - BEGINNERS

This course is for beginners. Capoeira is a martial art/dance developed during slavery in Brazil. Nowadays, it is practiced throughout the world and is great for fun, fitness, rhythm and self defense.

Bring:
Comfortable clothing you can move in; Capoeira is normally performed in bare feet, so be prepared to take your shoes off.

Venue:
Exercise Studio
Ground Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$23 Otago University , Otago Polytechnic & Otago Language Students
$28 Others

Day and Time:
Wednesdays
8:30 - 10.00pm

Date:
17th July- 14th August
[5 sessions]

Streams:

FENCING - BEGINNERS

This course is for beginners. This course provides an introduction to the ancient art of swordsmanship and modern Olympic sport of Fencing. It is suitable for all levels of fitness and will cover basic footwork and attack and defence with the foil. Enrol now and give fencing a go!

Bring:
Comfortable sport shoes (street shoes or sandals are not acceptable); T-Shirt and track pants; fencing is an athletic sport, be prepared to move!

Venue:
Activities Hall
Second Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$36 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$43 Others

Day and Time:
Tuesdays
7pm - 8pm

Dates:
STREAM 1: 23rd July - 20th August
STREAM 2: 10th September - 8th October
[5 sessions]

Streams:

JAPANESE SWORD FIGHTING - BEGINNERS

During this course you will be introduced to the Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu style of Japanese Sword Fighting, a traditional style of Kenjutsu and Iaijutsu. The modern martial art of Kendo is based on this and similar traditional styles. Practice involves using wooden swords and, at an advanced level, live blades. In this course students will be taught correct cutting technique, core principles and the first few kata.

Bring:
Loose clothing, such as tracksuit pants and t-shirt; Knees should be covered; No jewellery.

Venue:
Activities Hall
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$34 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$45 Others


Day and Time:
Wednesday
5:00pm - 6:00pm

Dates:
24 July - 21 August 2013
[5 sessions]

Streams:

JUJUSTU

The object of Seishinkan jujutsu is to preserve the mindset of the samurai while updating the techniques for contemporary society. Seishinkan jujutsu is originally based on Daito Ryu Jujutsu, and also has strong influences from Hapkido. This course will provide a brief introduction to the Seishinkan style of Jujutsu for self-defence.

Bring:
Loose clothing such as track pants and t-shirts; No jewellery.


Venue:
Exercise Studio
Second Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$34 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$45 Others

Dates:
Wednesdays
5.30pm - 6.30pm

Dates:
24 July - 21st August 2103
[5 sessions]

Streams:

KENDO

Kendo, meaning “way of the sword”, is a modern Japanese martial art of sword-fighting based on traditional swordsmanship. Kendo combines strong martial arts and Japanese principles with a modern internationally recognised sport. Students will be introduced to the basic techniques and principles of this martial art.

Bring:
Loose clothing, such as tracksuit pants and t-shirt; Knees should be covered; No jewellery.


Venue:
Dance Studio
Ground Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$33 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$45 Others


Day and Time:
Wednesdays
5:00 - 6:00pm


Dates
17th April - 15th May
[5 sessions]

Streams:

KICKBOXING

This class is designed for beginners. Come along twice a week and increase your fitness while learning kickboxing techniques. This course, based on Muay Thai techniques, isn’t just an aerobic work out—you’ll also get to kick and box using protective pads (NOTE: this is not Tae Bo). This course entitles you to attend TWO sessions per week. Please fill out an enrolment form for each of the streams you would like to enroll in.

Bring:
Comfortable clothing; Hand wraps are recommended & tutors will discuss these in class; Mouth guard, martial arts shin pads and your own bag gloves or boxing gloves are optional (and recommended for more advanced work); Optional gear will be discussed in the classes; Lots of energy!

Venue:
Activities Hall
Second Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$49 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$59 Others

Day and Time:
STREAM 1: Saturdays, 1:00-2:30pm
STREAM 2: Mondays, 8:15 - 9:45pm
STREAM 3: Tuesdays, 5:15 - 6:45pm
STREAM 4: Thursdays, 8:15 -9:45pm

Dates:
Stream 1: 20 July - 5 October
Stream 2: 22 July - 7 October
Stream 3: 23 July - 8 October
Stream 4: 25 July - 10 October
(10 Sessions)

Streams:

  • Kickboxing - Stream 1 - Register Online
  • Kickboxing - Stream 2 (Registrations not yet available, please check back soon)
  • Kickboxing - Stream 3 - Register Online
  • Kickboxing - Stream 4 (Registrations not yet available, please check back soon)

PARKOUR/FREE RUNNING FOR BEGINERS (AND BEYOND)

Tired of the same old sports? Want to try something new? Parkour for beginners is designed to give participants the ability to do the basic vaults, rolls and movements involved in the sport of Parkour. The class will focus on balance, strength, fluid movement exercises and basic technique. We will also cater for more advanced techniques for those that they are capable. Come try something different! Not convinced? Check out Parkour on YouTube and you’ll never look back.

Bring:
Comfortable exercise clothing, a drink bottle and sweat towel. There will be additional requirements for the outdoor session (see tutor for more info)

Venue:
Sessions 1-4
Southern Gymnastics Club
256 Vogel Street
Dunedin
Session 5
Outside session

Fee:
$47.50 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$52.50 Others

The club is approximately 2km from the OUSA Recreation Centre. Walking there will take you about 25 minutes and driving about 5.

Important notice:
This course is extremely popular. We therefore limit entry to those who have not already participated in one of our Parkour Courses.

Streams:

  • Parkour Beginners Stream 1 - Register Online
  • Parkour Beginners Stream 2 (Registrations not yet available, please check back soon)

PILATES - BEGINNERS

This course is for beginners. Pilates is an exercise programme based on the work of Joseph Pilates. During this course you will recreate your approach to exercise and re-teach your body correct form and movement. Using Pilates you will reap the benefits of moving correctly – namely better posture, a strong centre, suppleness and a feeling of well being.This course is brought to you in association with the qualified team at Back In Motion Physiotherapy & Pilates. As the first class is integral to the course, please be sure to attend it! NB: If, as a result of an existing medical condition, you are unsure whether your body will be able to cope with this programme please contact Back in Motion at 474 9400 directly before enrolling.

Bring:
Comfortable clothing; Socks (not shoes); Small towel; Drink bottle. At the first session, please advise tutor of any current or recurring injury or health issues.

Venue:
Evison lounge
First Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$52 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic & Otago Language Students
$62 Others

Day & Time:
STREAM 1 & 3: Mondays
STREAM 2 & 4: Tuesdays
6pm-7pm

Dates:
Stream 1: March 4th - April 22nd (no class April 1st or March 25th)
Stream 2: March 5th - April 16th (no class April 2nd)
Stream 3: April 29th - May 27th
Stream 4: April 23rd - May 28th

There are currently no streams available for online registration.

PILATES ON-GOING

This course is essentially a beginners’ class with some intermediate exercises included to provide a gradual progression of difficulty. Sign up for the whole ten weeks, and progress throughout the semester. Pilates is an exercise programme based on the work of Joseph Pilates. During this course you will recreate your approach to exercise and re-teach your body correct form and movement. This course is brought to you in association with the qualified team at Back In Motion Physiotherapy & Pilates. As the first class is integral to the course, please be sure to attend it! NB: If, as a result of an existing medical condition, you are unsure whether your body will be able to cope with this programme please contact Back in Motion at 474 9400 directly before enrolling

Bring:
Comfortable clothing; Socks (not shoes); Small towel; Drink bottle; At the first session, please advise tutor of any current or recurring injury or health issues.

Venue:
Evison Lounge
First Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$86 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$99 Others

Day & Time:
Mondays/Tuesdays
5pm-6pm

Dates:
Stream 1 22 July - 30 September
Stream 2 23 July - 1 October
[10 sessions]

Streams:

QI GONG FOR BEGINNERS

This course will cover the basic and key movements of Qi Gong for stress relief and health.

Day: Mondays

Dates: April 15th - May 13th

Time: 4:00 - 5:00pm

Venue: Dance Studio, OUSA Recreation Centre, 84 Albany Street, Dunedin

Streams:

RENAISSANCE RAPIER SWORD FIGHTING

This course provides an introduction to the noble art of rapier fencing as practised in late Renaissance Europe. We teach techniques based on seventeenth-century sources. In this course you will learn: footwork; guard positions; defensive voids; thrusting, parrying and riposting with the rapier; and use of offhand devices such as dagger, baton and cloak. Renaissance rapier is a fast-moving and fascinating sport. It is suitable for men and women alike.

Bring:
Clothes you can move comfortably in; for the later sessions, there is an option of practising real-time combat. For real-time combat men will need to wear rigid groin protection (e.g. cricket box). The tutor will discuss these requirements before the final session.

Venue:
Unipol Recreation Centre
Anzac Avenue
Dunedin

Fee:
$37 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$57 Others

Day and Time:
Thursdays
5:00 - 6:00pm

Dates:
05 September-3 October 2013
[5 sessions]

Streams:

SQUASH - BEGINNERS

This course is for beginners. This course is comprised of four one-hour sessions and is for absolute beginners interested in learning to play squash. The instructor is an experienced squash player. For the duration of your squash course you have the opportunity of practising on the casual booking court for free (see information opposite).

Free Use of Court 3

For the duration of the course you are entitled to free use of Court 3, the casual hire court.

Please book your practice times on Court 3, by
contacting OUSA Recreation Centre 479 5963. Bring ID when you collect the key.

[Usual fees for casual court hire are: Students: $5 per hour; Non Students: $10 per hour.]

Joining the OU Squash Racquets Club, entitles
members to use of the other courts (Courts 1 & 2), and may be an attractive option once you’ve
completed the beginner course.

Bring:
Appropriate clothing; Indoor shoes with non-marking soles are essential. Racquets and balls are provided.


Venue: (see map above)
OUSA Squash Courts
Union Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$34 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic & Otago Language Students
$40 Others

Day:
Thursday

Date:
STREAMS 1, 2, & 3:
25 July - 15 August
STREAMS 4, 5, & 6:
12 September - 10 October
[4 sessions]

Times:
STREAMS 1 & 4: 5.30pm—6.30pm
STREAMS 2 & 5: 6.30pm—7.30pm
STREAMS 3 & 6: 7.30pm—8.30pm

Streams:

WALKING BEYOND CAMPUS

Are you new to Dunedin, or simply need to expand your horizons beyond North Dunedin? Come along and join us to explore some of Dunedin’s most beautiful walks including Tunnel Beach, Aramoana, the Pinnacle Track and Taieri Mouth. Learn about the local history of each track, vegetation, wildlife and so much more all whilst meeting new people, getting some fresh air and getting in a good workout. Transport and some snacks are provided.

Bring:
Comfortable walking clothing and strong walking shoes. You may also want to bring a camera to take some snazzy shots of the trip. In addition to the above you must bring a day pack containing the following (minimum requirements):
Personal basic first aid kit
Water proof jacket
Drink bottle
Spare set of clothing; 1 polypro top, 1 pair of polypro pants, a lightweight wool or fleece top, a beanie and gloves and one pair of socks (synthetic only; no cotton).
Those who disregard the above may not be taken on the trip. In this case no refund will be awarded.

Fee:
$30 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$35 Others

Day:
Fridays

Times:
2: 30 - 5:30/6:00pm
(Please meet no later than 2:20pm at the OUSA Clubs & Societies Centre, 84 Albany Street.)

Date:
April 12th - May 3rd *
[4 sessions]
* Dependent on the weather there may be a cancellation. If this occurs there will be a reserve date for the 10th of May.

There are currently no streams available for online registration.

WOMENS SELF DEFENCE

We will be focusing on breaking chokes, restraint and holds, strikes and tactics on reading situations and people.

Bring:
Comfortable clothes; Appropriate shoes (no platforms or heels).

Venue:
Exercise Studio
Top Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee:
$28 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic & Otago Language Students
$34 Others

Day and time:
Mondays
6:00pm - 7:30pm


Dates:
STREAM 1:22 July - 19 August
STREAM 2:9 September - 7 October 2013
[5 sessions]

Streams:

YOGA - EVENINGS

These very popular, mixed level classes offer hatha-yoga in the classical tradition of the internationally renowned Iyengar school. Open to all students, these yoga classes are suitable for everyone from absolute beginners to intermediate and more advanced participants.Yoga taught in these classes includes physical postures (asana), breathing exercises and relaxation which promotes vitality, stress relief, flexibility, increased strength and stamina, clarity and mental focus. The course tutor is trained in the Iyengar school of classical hatha-yoga and has a wealth of experience and knowledge about Yoga. Put heaps into these classes and you will get heaps out of them!

Bring:
Comfortable, non-restricting clothes (jeans are too tight for this form of practice); Please have clean feet if you wish to use our equipment. Yoga is done in bare feet.

Venue:
Activities Hall
Second Floor
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee: (per session)
$5.00 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
$7.50 Others

Concession card option:
Purchase 8 classes and receive two extra classes free:
$40 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
(10 classes)
$60 Others (10 classes)

Day and Times:
Mondays & Thursdays
6:00 - 8:00pm


Dates:
Mondays
8 July - 7 October 2013

Thursdays
11 July - 10 October 2013

* Additional classes may run outside the dates advertised. Please ask the instructor further information.

There are currently no streams available for online registration.

YOGA - LUNCHTIME

Lunchtime yoga for the busy! One-hour mixed level classes that promote improved flexibility, stress relief, relaxation, toning, increased strength and stamina, improved concentration and mental focus. These classes are designed to cater for all levels of physical ability including absolute beginners. The course tutor is trained in the Iyengar school of classical hatha-yoga and has a wealth of experience and knowledge about Yoga.

Bring:
Comfortable, non-restricting clothes (jeans are too tight for this form of practice); Please have clean feet if you wish to use our equipment. Yoga is done in bare feet.

Venue:
Activities Hall
OUSA Recreation Centre
84 Albany Street
Dunedin

Fee: (per session)
$5.00 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic & Otago Language Students
$7.50 Others

Concession card option:
Purchase 8 classes and receive two extra classes free:
$40 Otago University, Otago Polytechnic &
Otago Language Students
(10 classes)
$60 Others (10 classes)

Day and Time:
Wednesdays
12noon - 1pm


Dates:
10 July - 9 October 2013

* Additional classes may run outside the dates advertised. Please ask the instructor further information.

There are currently no streams available for online registration.