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- Intro to Hiking
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Course fee: $125.00
Dates: 6/13/2022 - 6/18/2022
Schedule: See Class Description
Location: See Class Description
Instructor: Terresa Taylor
Have you considered learning how to hike, but want to be prepared and not go alone? Starting out can seem so overwhelming, but this Intro to Hiking class can help get you well on your way to putting some miles on your boots! In this class you will learn all about wilderness safety, principles for Leave No Trace, handling emergencies, trip planning, simple tools and apps for navigation, how to put together your 10 Essentials, build a functional first aid kit, become familiar with some of local poisonous vegetation, how to deal with wild animals and more! At the end of the online class instruction, we will go on a beautiful day hike, apply what you have learned online, and have a picnic! So grab your boots and let's hike! More information will be emailed to registered students.
Students must be 18 years of age and must sign a student travel consent/release form.
Class Schedule:
- Monday, June 13, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Zoom Classroom.
- Saturday, June 18, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm: Day Hike, Location TBD
- Google Classroom open with assignments throughout duration.
- Approximate hike mileage: Less than 12 miles roundtrip in Easy to Moderate terrain.
Class is in-person. Students are required to review Peninsula College's COVID precautions.
Required: Ability to use Zoom (free video conferencing software) on a PC, tablet, or phone. If you are new to Zoom, please visit our Learning Online page for instructions and helpful links. As a reminder, online courses require an internet connection and the ability to interact both through audio and video using either a web camera and microphone, speakers and a headset, or via a mobile phone connection.
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- Outdoor Skills for Survival
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Course fee: $170.00
Dates: 5/31/2022 - 6/11/2022
Schedule: See Class Description
Location: See Class Description
Instructor: Paul Kelly
Learn the core skills that everyone who spends time outdoors should know -- shelter, water, and fire. Come away with practical life-saving skills, a deeper relationship with nature, greater confidence, and resources to share with your family and friends for fun and in emergencies. Topics covered include knife selection and skills, saw and axe skills, fire building, shelter building, basic first aid, clothing and footwear, and mental preparation for survival and navigation. More information will be emailed to registered students. Students must be 18 years of age and must sign a student travel consent/release form.
Class Schedule:
- Tuesday, May 31, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Zoom Class.
- Saturday, June 4, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm: Skill-building lessons in-person at Peninsula College, Port Angeles.
- Saturday, June 11, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm: Skills practice in-person at Peninsula College, Port Angeles
Class is in-person and socially distanced. Students are required to review Peninsula College's COVID precautions.
Required: Ability to use Zoom (free video conferencing software) on a PC, tablet, or phone. If you are new to Zoom, please visit our Learning Online page for instructions and helpful links. As a reminder, online courses require an internet connection and the ability to interact both through audio and video using either a web camera and microphone, speakers and a headset, or via a mobile phone connection.
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- Outdoor Skills for Survival - Continued Field Day with Overnight
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Course fee: $145.00
Dates: 6/18/2022 - 6/19/2022
Schedule: See Class Description
Location: See Class Description
Instructor: Paul Kelly
The culmination of the Outdoor Skills class: put your knowledge to the test by building a shelter and spending the night in it. We'll gather midday and spend the afternoon practicing and deepening skills while preparing our shelters for the evening. Spend the night out now in a managed and planned way, so that when the unplanned overnight comes, you'll be ready. More information will be emailed to registered students. Students must be 18 years of age and must sign a student travel consent/release form.
Pre-requisite: completion of Outdoor Skills class to learn basics for overnight.
Class Schedule:
Saturday, June 18, 12:00 pm - Sunday, June 19, 10:00 am: TBA location in vicinity of Port Angeles, WA.
Class is in-person and socially distanced. Students are required to review Peninsula College's COVID precautions.
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- Yoga - All Levels
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Course fee: $75.00
Dates: 6/6/2022 - 6/30/2022
Times: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Pacific Time
Days: M W
Sessions: 8
Room: Main Campus - AH & ECDC K122
Instructor: Deirdre Frank
This all-levels class combines yoga postures, breathing exercise, meditation, and relaxation to help improve strength, flexibility, balance, concentration, and stress management. Classes will focus on building a strong foundation based on the principles of alignment, so expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. This experience is suitable for those new to yoga as well as seasoned practitioners seeking a continued understanding of basic yoga poses.
Class is in-person and socially distanced on the Peninsula College campus at Port Angeles. Students are required to review Peninsula College's COVID precautions.
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- Healing TaiChi
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Course fee: $124.00
Dates: 5/9/2022 - 6/6/2022
Times: 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Days: M W
Sessions: 9
Room: Main Campus - PUB J47
Instructor: Wei Lindstrom
REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.
Try TaiChi, a "soft" martial art that naturally reduces stress while improving circulation, balance, health, and more.
Healing TaiChi has been practiced for thousands of years by many Asian cultures. The practice of these "soft" movement may have numerous health benefits, including an increased sense of relaxation, improved blood flow, muscle tone, and better balance. The course includes demonstrations and exercises; students will have lots of practice performing TaiChi forms, TaiChi fan, and TaiChi sword.
Open to students 14 years of age and older with an adult.
TaiChi fan (~$5) and TaiChi sword (~$15) are required after first two weeks. Instructor will review details during the first day of class.
Please note: No class Memorial Day - May 30, 2022.
Class is in-person and socially distanced on the Peninsula College campus at Port Angeles. Students are required to review Peninsula College's COVID precautions.
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