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Continuing Education - Course Catalog

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All Continuing Education non-credit classes are for students age 16 years and older, unless otherwise noted.
 
  • Beginning Zumba
  • Dates: 1/31/2026-3/21/2026
    Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    Day(s): Sa
    Sessions: 8
    Seats Available: 15
    Location: Wachholz College Center
    Course Fee: $79.00
    Instructor: Caitlin Amy Jensen

    Get your heart pumping and your face smiling as you dance your way to fitness. This is a fun interval workout with cardio and Latin inspired dance and a combination of fast and slow rhythms. No class Oct 4. 

 

  • Chair Yoga
  • Dates: 2/3/2026-3/10/2026
    Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    Day(s): Tu
    Sessions: 6
    Seats Available: 10
    Location: Wachholz College Center
    Course Fee: $64.00
    Instructor: Linda Miller

    Join us for gentle chair yoga designed for seniors, people with issues which prevent getting up/down from the floor and for those looking for a yoga workout without equipment. Class includes safe strengthening, flexibility techniques, ideas for short yoga breaks for those sitting at a desk all day as well as breathing tips to increase your endurance and focus.

 

  • Women's Self-Defense
  • Dates: 2/3/2026-3/10/2026
    Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
    Day(s): Tu
    Sessions: 6
    Seats Available: 16
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $79.00
    Instructor: Dudley Marburger, Bonnie Bushman

    Learn basic self-defense techniques to help you stay safe. Class features guest instructor representing the Kalispell Police Department. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared for hands-on exercises. 

 

  • SHiNE
  • Dates: 2/3/2026-3/31/2026
    Time: 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
    Day(s): Tu
    Sessions: 8
    Seats Available: 12
    Location: Wachholz College Center
    Course Fee: $79.00
    Instructor: Donna Bryant

    SHiNE Dance FitnessTM brings original routines to life using hit music and choreography for all abilities. Rooted in jazz, ballet and hip-hop, this workout gives you a creative outlet and is the perfect balance of cardio and toning to ensure you receive a full-body workout.

    No class March 24.

 

  • Heartsaver Total (CPR, AED & First Aid)
  • Dates: 2/5/2026-2/5/2026
    Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Day(s): Th
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 14
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $84.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    This course from the American Heart Association is designed for anyone with little or no medical training and wants to prepare to act in an emergency at work or home. Learn CPR skills for adults, children and infants. Receive a completion card after finishing the first aid and/or CPR training.

 

  • Uplift
  • Dates: 2/5/2026-4/2/2026
    Time: 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM
    Day(s): Th
    Sessions: 8
    Seats Available: 13
    Location: Wachholz College Center
    Course Fee: $79.00
    Instructor: Donna Bryant

    UpliftTM is a full-body workout that combines traditional strength moves with iconic music and some booty-shaking fun to create a unique fitness experience. Classes feature engaging playlists, high energy and measurable results using a combination of free weights, bands, balance and mat work to build muscular strength and endurance.

    No class March 26.

 

  • Basic Wilderness First Aid for Women
  • Dates: 2/6/2026-2/6/2026
    Time: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Day(s): F
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 16
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $99.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    Learn to understand and avoid wilderness hazards and provide emergency care in the wilderness. For an additional fee, obtain NASAR certification by completing the required forms at the end of class for submission by the instructor. Certification is an additional $30, payable in class by cash or check.

 

  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
  • Dates: 2/11/2026-2/11/2026
    Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Day(s): W
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 8
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $64.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    The American Heart Association’s Basic Life Support course reflects new science from the 2020 AHA Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. This video-based, instructor-led course teaches single rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and pre-hospital settings.

 

  • Prevention & Treatment of Common Ailments with Nutrition
  • Dates: 2/19/2026-3/19/2026
    Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Day(s): Th
    Sessions: 5
    Seats Available: 25
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $79.00
    Instructor: Greg Rice

    Gain a clearer understanding of your digestive system and ways to prevent or address issues such as heartburn, colon cancer, diabetes and more. Explore solutions to common health concerns that are often overlooked, focusing on simple lifestyle changes rather than medications, surgery or extensive testing. 

 

  • Basic Massage
  • Dates: 2/25/2026-4/15/2026
    Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Day(s): W
    Sessions: 7
    Seats Available: 12
    Location: Broussard Center
    Course Fee: $119.00
    Instructor: Bill Hunger

    Learn the science and art of basic massage from a professional massage therapist with 50 years of experience. Course enables you to give and receive relaxing massages to the head, neck, arms, hands, feet, legs and back. Class attendance is important, as skills and information build on each session. No class 11/26.

 

  • Heartsaver Total (CPR, AED & First Aid)
  • Dates: 3/4/2026-3/4/2026
    Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Day(s): W
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 14
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $84.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    This course from the American Heart Association is designed for anyone with little or no medical training and wants to prepare to act in an emergency at work or home. Learn CPR skills for adults, children and infants. Receive a completion card after finishing the first aid and/or CPR training.

 

  • Family & Friends CPR
  • Dates: 3/5/2026-3/5/2026
    Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Day(s): Th
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 14
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $39.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    Learn to perform CPR and save lives. This class is designed for family members, grandparents or anyone wishing to learn the basics of CPR and choking hazard/danger/skills or have a quick refresher. Taught by a Certified American Heart Association Instructor.

 

  • Stop the Bleed
  • Dates: 3/5/2026-3/5/2026
    Time: 1:30 PM - 2:45 PM
    Day(s): Th
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 12
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $34.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    Learn to Stop the Bleed, apply a basic wound dressing, pack a deep laceration, apply a chest seal, apply a tourniquet and basic injury assessment. Stop the Bleed encourages bystanders to become trained, equipped and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. Includes certification.

 

  • Basic Handstand Workshop
  • Dates: 3/11/2026-3/11/2026
    Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Day(s): W
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 10
    Location: Wachholz College Center
    Course Fee: $34.00
    Instructor: Eric Harry

    Learn how to develop a strong, safe handstand. Class includes essential techniques including alignment, balance and strength development through guided drills and progressive practice. 

 

  • Chair Yoga
  • Dates: 3/17/2026-4/28/2026
    Time: 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
    Day(s): Tu
    Sessions: 6
    Seats Available: 10
    Location: Wachholz College Center
    Course Fee: $64.00
    Instructor: Linda Miller

    Join us for gentle chair yoga designed for seniors, people with issues which prevent getting up/down from the floor and for those looking for a yoga workout without equipment. Class includes safe strengthening, flexibility techniques, ideas for short yoga breaks for those sitting at a desk all day as well as breathing tips to increase your endurance and focus.

    No class March 24.

 

  • Heartsaver Total (CPR, AED & First Aid)
  • Dates: 4/7/2026-4/7/2026
    Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Day(s): Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 15
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $84.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    This course from the American Heart Association is designed for anyone with little or no medical training and wants to prepare to act in an emergency at work or home. Learn CPR skills for adults, children and infants. Receive a completion card after finishing the first aid and/or CPR training.

 

  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
  • Dates: 4/7/2026-4/7/2026
    Time: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Day(s): Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 8
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $64.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    The American Heart Association’s Basic Life Support course reflects new science from the 2020 AHA Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. This video-based, instructor-led course teaches single rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and pre-hospital settings.

 

  • Harmony Within: Mindfulness & Meditation for Inner Peace
  • Dates: 4/7/2026-4/28/2026
    Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Day(s): Tu
    Sessions: 4
    Seats Available: 12
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $44.00
    Instructor: Silvi Winthrop

    Discover the power of mindfulness, creating a foundation for living with greater intention and peace in the present moment. Learn to develop skills to manage stress, enhance clarity of mind and promote overall well-being.

 

  • Harmony Within: Mindfulness & Meditation for Inner Peace
  • Dates: 4/8/2026-4/29/2026
    Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Day(s): W
    Sessions: 4
    Seats Available: 12
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $44.00
    Instructor: Silvi Winthrop

    Discover the power of mindfulness, creating a foundation for living with greater intention and peace in the present moment. Learn to develop skills to manage stress, enhance clarity of mind and promote overall well-being.

 

  • Basic Handstand Workshop
  • Dates: 4/8/2026-4/8/2026
    Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Day(s): W
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 10
    Location: Wachholz College Center
    Course Fee: $34.00
    Instructor: Eric Harry

    Learn how to develop a strong, safe handstand. Class includes essential techniques including alignment, balance and strength development through guided drills and progressive practice. 

 

  • Introduction to Forest Bathing (shinrin-yoku)
  • Date: 5/6/2026
    Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Day: W
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 8
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $34.00
    Instructor: Ellen Horowitz

    Forest bathing, also known as shinrin-yoku and forest therapy, offers a way of experiencing nature for health and well-being with positive physiological and psychological benefits. Slow down and focus your senses on the natural world to help address daily stresses. Learn how to tap into this simple yet powerful practice so you can do it anytime and anywhere.

 

  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
  • Dates: 5/12/2026-5/12/2026
    Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Day(s): Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 8
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $64.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    The American Heart Association’s Basic Life Support course reflects new science from the 2020 AHA Guidelines Update for CPR and Emergency Cardiovascular Care. This video-based, instructor-led course teaches single rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and pre-hospital settings.

 

  • Enhanced Nature Connection Through Forest Bathing
  • Dates: 5/14/2026-5/28/2026
    Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    Day(s): Th
    Sessions: 3
    Seats Available: 10
    Location: Offsite
    Course Fee: $54.00
    Instructor: Ellen Horowitz

    Research shows that time in nature supports our health, and Forest Bathing deepens that connection. This practice encourages slowing down, engaging the senses and becoming more aware of the forest environment while fostering a more mindful, reciprocal relationship with it.

 

  • Heartsaver Total (CPR, AED & First Aid)
  • Dates: 5/20/2026-5/20/2026
    Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Day(s): W
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 14
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $84.00
    Instructor: Racheal Vargas

    This course from the American Heart Association is designed for anyone with little or no medical training and wants to prepare to act in an emergency at work or home. Learn CPR skills for adults, children and infants. Receive a completion card after finishing the first aid and/or CPR training.

 

  • Introduction to Forest Bathing (shinrin-yoku)
  • Date: 5/20/2026
    Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
    Day: W
    Sessions: 1
    Seats Available: 8
    Location: Arts & Technology
    Course Fee: $34.00
    Instructor: Ellen Horowitz

    Forest bathing, also known as shinrin-yoku and forest therapy, offers a way of experiencing nature for health and well-being with positive physiological and psychological benefits. Slow down and focus your senses on the natural world to help address daily stresses. Learn how to tap into this simple yet powerful practice so you can do it anytime and anywhere.

 

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