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Monday September 8, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Zumba - Zumba
Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check!
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Dog Training - Behavior Modification Class
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Young dog obedience/ handlers’ class, the dog should be at least 5 mos. old, and can be new to our training classes due to a new ownership, rescue, etc. This class will cover the basics of being a dog owner, for those that its been a while, a refresher is always good (whether it is the first time for our humans, or for the dog). We will be covering proper handling, dogs cycle development, and how they learn through movement, verbal communication, and body language. We will cover the importance of your dog learning how to engage with you, get the bond and respect to have a great relationship, along with the obedience basics of Sit, Down, Recall, Heal, and some other basic obedience and socialization skills that will benefit you in the new life with other dogs and humans.Tools needed will be a 4- or 5-foot leash, treats, a small fleece blanket for bedding, and a 20’ simple dog lead, NO RETRACTABLES Please. Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen. ..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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Tuesday September 9, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday mornings with Brent
Yoga Assets with DeniseYoga Assets is one of the top-rated Yoga Alliance Registered schools in the U.S.A, with more than 300 5-Star reviews. This course will focus heavily on proper and safe alignment of yoga postures, while also guiding you through a personal journey of personal-growth and self-inquiry.Our Yoga Teacher Training courses adhere to the Yoga Alliance® established standards in preparing students to become a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). This course is intended to strengthen the integrity of a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT®) in the yoga community and to enhance the public perception of yoga teachers as well-trained professionals.Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - September 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - September 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Dog Training - Basics of Obedience and Socialization
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Young dog obedience/ handlers’ class, the dog should be at least 5 mos. old, and can be new to our training classes due to a new ownership, rescue, etc. This class will cover the basics of being a dog owner, for those that its been a while, a refresher is always good (whether it is the first time for our humans, or for the dog). We will be covering proper handling, dogs cycle development, and how they learn through movement, verbal communication, and body language. We will cover the importance of your dog learning how to engage with you, get the bond and respect to have a great relationship, along with the obedience basics of Sit, Down, Recall, Heal, and some other basic obedience and socialization skills that will benefit you in the new life with other dogs and humans.Tools needed will be a 4- or 5-foot leash, treats, a small fleece blanket for bedding, and a 20’ simple dog lead, NO RETRACTABLES Please. Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen. ..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - September 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Dog Training - Scent Work
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Young dog obedience/ handlers’ class, the dog should be at least 5 mos. old, and can be new to our training classes due to a new ownership, rescue, etc. This class will cover the basics of being a dog owner, for those that its been a while, a refresher is always good (whether it is the first time for our humans, or for the dog). We will be covering proper handling, dogs cycle development, and how they learn through movement, verbal communication, and body language. We will cover the importance of your dog learning how to engage with you, get the bond and respect to have a great relationship, along with the obedience basics of Sit, Down, Recall, Heal, and some other basic obedience and socialization skills that will benefit you in the new life with other dogs and humans.Tools needed will be a 4- or 5-foot leash, treats, a small fleece blanket for bedding, and a 20’ simple dog lead, NO RETRACTABLES Please. Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen. ..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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Monday September 15, 2025
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Zumba - Zumba
Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check!
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5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Dog Training - Behavior Modification Class
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Young dog obedience/ handlers’ class, the dog should be at least 5 mos. old, and can be new to our training classes due to a new ownership, rescue, etc. This class will cover the basics of being a dog owner, for those that its been a while, a refresher is always good (whether it is the first time for our humans, or for the dog). We will be covering proper handling, dogs cycle development, and how they learn through movement, verbal communication, and body language. We will cover the importance of your dog learning how to engage with you, get the bond and respect to have a great relationship, along with the obedience basics of Sit, Down, Recall, Heal, and some other basic obedience and socialization skills that will benefit you in the new life with other dogs and humans.Tools needed will be a 4- or 5-foot leash, treats, a small fleece blanket for bedding, and a 20’ simple dog lead, NO RETRACTABLES Please. Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen. ..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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Tuesday September 16, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday mornings with Brent
Yoga Assets with DeniseYoga Assets is one of the top-rated Yoga Alliance Registered schools in the U.S.A, with more than 300 5-Star reviews. This course will focus heavily on proper and safe alignment of yoga postures, while also guiding you through a personal journey of personal-growth and self-inquiry.Our Yoga Teacher Training courses adhere to the Yoga Alliance® established standards in preparing students to become a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). This course is intended to strengthen the integrity of a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT®) in the yoga community and to enhance the public perception of yoga teachers as well-trained professionals.Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - September 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - September 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Dog Training - Basics of Obedience and Socialization
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Young dog obedience/ handlers’ class, the dog should be at least 5 mos. old, and can be new to our training classes due to a new ownership, rescue, etc. This class will cover the basics of being a dog owner, for those that its been a while, a refresher is always good (whether it is the first time for our humans, or for the dog). We will be covering proper handling, dogs cycle development, and how they learn through movement, verbal communication, and body language. We will cover the importance of your dog learning how to engage with you, get the bond and respect to have a great relationship, along with the obedience basics of Sit, Down, Recall, Heal, and some other basic obedience and socialization skills that will benefit you in the new life with other dogs and humans.Tools needed will be a 4- or 5-foot leash, treats, a small fleece blanket for bedding, and a 20’ simple dog lead, NO RETRACTABLES Please. Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen. ..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - September 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Dog Training - Scent Work
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Young dog obedience/ handlers’ class, the dog should be at least 5 mos. old, and can be new to our training classes due to a new ownership, rescue, etc. This class will cover the basics of being a dog owner, for those that its been a while, a refresher is always good (whether it is the first time for our humans, or for the dog). We will be covering proper handling, dogs cycle development, and how they learn through movement, verbal communication, and body language. We will cover the importance of your dog learning how to engage with you, get the bond and respect to have a great relationship, along with the obedience basics of Sit, Down, Recall, Heal, and some other basic obedience and socialization skills that will benefit you in the new life with other dogs and humans.Tools needed will be a 4- or 5-foot leash, treats, a small fleece blanket for bedding, and a 20’ simple dog lead, NO RETRACTABLES Please. Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen. ..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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