ZUMBA
Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00pm
Instructor: Tammy Kasuya
Class Information: Zumba® is a dance inspired group fitness class that features Latin and International rhythms. It features a combination of low and high intensity moves to provide an interval fitness workout.
To participate: Due to COVID restrictions, there is currently a 10 person limit for in-person classes at the UHCC Wellness Center (Instructor + 9 students). Please go to the Zumba Sign-up Sheet and enter your name on the day you would like to attend class. If the 10 person max has been reached for that day, you’ll have to sign-up for another day. If you sign-up and later realize that you can’t make it to class that day, please remove your name from the list so others have the opportunity to sign-up. Dress for active fun. Bring water and towel.
TAI CHI CHUAN (TAIJIQUAN)
In person classes have resumed.
Wednesdays, 6:00 – 7:00pm with simultaneous Zoom option
Class Coordinator: Chip Ellis
Class Information: Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is frequently viewed as a slow motion form of Chinese moving meditation, exercise, or martial art. Millions of people around the world practice this art as a way to relieve stress, gain flexibility, strength, and mental focus. It is useful to improve balance and enhance health. Dating back to the 1700’s in China, it began as a powerful martial art. In the 1930’s it was popularized across China, and by the 1950’s it had spread around the world. The Wednesday class is presented by instructors from The Hawaii Wushu Center who have 40+ years of experience practicing and teaching this art. For more information, please visit the following websites: Hawaii Wushu Center or Chip Ellis.
Please contact Chip Ellis at (808) 457-5844 or cellis@ucera.org if you have questions or would like to join the class via Zoom.
BAGUA ZHANG (BAGUAZHANG)
In person classes are currently on hold.
Zoom Class Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:00pm
Class Coordinator: Chip Ellis
Class Information: Bagua Zhang (Baguazhang) is a powerful Chinese martial that was developed in the 1800’s and was used by the security forces of the Forbidden City in Beijing, China, in the early 1900’s. It is widely known in China, but is not that familiar to those in other parts of the world. It features vigorous movements and provides the player with a good workout, and self-defense skills. The Thursday class instructor is from The Hawaii Wushu Center and has 40+ years of experience practicing and teaching this art. For more information on the art, please visit the Yin Family Baguazhang website.
Please contact Chip Ellis at (808) 457-5844 or cellis@ucera.org if you have questions or would like to join the class via Zoom.
PING PONG CLUB
Monday, Tuesday, Friday 5:00 – 7:00pm
Class Information: The UH Cancer Center Ping Pong Club is where top players can meet and train along with faculty, staff and students from the University of Hawaii. The Ping Pong Club was founded and is run by Dr. Michele Carbone. The club is fortunate to have Carlos Ko, the number one Nationally ranked player in the State of Hawaiʻi for the past 10 years, serve as an advisor. At this time due to COVID-19 protocols, a maximum of 12 players are allowed in the room at any given time. There are 4 tables, which normally accommodate a maximum of 8 players. If you are interested in joining the club, you may contact Carlos at (808) 688-3356 to see when there is space available.
