Tuesday in Conway   

This class offers an opportunity to improve our physical abilities as we grow older. The emphasis is on flexibility, balance and muscular endurance.  It is NOT a cardio class.  We will work fingers, toes and everything in between. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothes are recommended, and going barefoot (or socks) during class is preferred. About two-thirds of class is done while seated, the rest standing.  Movements can be adjusted to meet many limitations. Bring water. All equipment is provided.

Join this participant-driven discussion class exploring today's social, political, environmental, and economic issues. Building on the instructor's popular Global Affairs class, this course broadens the conversation to include topics that are both U.S.-focused and international in scope. Discussions will be shaped by participants' interests and current events, encouraging thoughtful dialogue, diverse perspectives, and respectful exchange. No prior knowledge is required.  Bring your curiosity, an open mind, and a willingness to engage in meaningful conversation.

Learn how to play the fastest-growing sport in America! Pickleball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-size court. It can be played indoors or outdoors. This is an introductory class for beginners and players without much experience. You will learn the rules, basic skills and strategy. Because pickleball requires short bursts of energy including bending and running, there is an additional risk of injury for players who lack adequate strength, agility and endurance training. Wear appropriate exercise clothing, including court shoes. Be sure to bring water.

An introduction to and overview of the craft techniques involved in creative writing: fiction, creative non-fiction, and memoir. In order to examine these craft techniques, the class will read together excerpts from Stewart O' Nan's novella "Last Night at the Lobster," a book the class will need to get access to somehow ($5.99 on Kindle; $15.02 in paperback). Students are not required to submit their own writing for in-class workshop and critique, but some space, hopefully, will be available for such if anyone wishes to engage the class in this manner.

This exercise course will be based on a martial art (Goju Ryu) that will be taught using a Tai Chi approach. Students will learn basic movements and two forms that will focus on stretching, balance, breathing and body awareness. We will also discuss how the movements can be used for self-defense. Students should come to class in comfortable clothing and court or tennis shoes. 

A variety of media and mark-making will be explored in this introduction to drawing. No prior art experience is necessary as we explore drawing as visual communication, an exercise between mind and body, and a cornerstone of art-making. Supply list available after registration after logging into LifeQuest website. 

Do you enjoy craft beer? Are looking to be the most popular person at your next party?  Have you wanted to learn to brew beer but just felt a bit intimidated?  This may be the course for you.  This is your opportunity to participate in a hands on, pragmatic course in the basics of brewing an ale.  No experience nor equipment are needed.  During this session we will actually brew and bottle a beer, and along the way sample a few home-crafted brews.  Unlike traditional LQ courses the length of the sessions will vary from 1-3 hours.  So put on your brewmeister hat and join us for a fun and "hoptimistic" adventure.  You will need a copy of the book, How to Brew, Everything You Need to Know to Brew a Great Beer Everytime, by John Palmer.

THIS CLASS IS HELD OFF CAMPUS!