Tennis 123 at Maine Pines is geared toward the beginning player or player returning to tennis. It includes 3 weeks of lessons designed to instruct the player in all aspects of the game. For the 3-week program, it includes a court fee membership at Maine Pines with a free cardio tennis class, a social mixer, free designated weekend court time, and free fitness membership during the month. Tennis 123 starts the first week of the month and runs for 3 weeks at one of the following sessions: Saturdays 10-11am, Tuesdays 9-10am, or Wednesdays 6-7pm. Please complete paperwork at Maine Pines on your first day! Demo rackets are available to use during class if needed! Location: 120 Harpswell Road, Brunswick

In this special workshop, learn to reconstruct your name (or any name) into Chinese characters using ink brush painting techniques. Jing Jing will guide you through the process of creating unique symbols that represent the name you have chosen. You will leave with a framable (frame not included) work of art that can be used for celebration of life events, template for a tattoo, or a gift for any occasion. Upon registration, you will be asked to provide the name you are looking to illustrate in Chinese characters. Materials list will be provided after registration.

**PRICE INCREASE: The state has increased the cost of their Maine Driving Dynamics Clasess (MDD). The fee has been increased from $40 to $70.  There is no longer a senior discount**

Maine Driving Dynamics offers drivers the opportunity to improve their defensive driving abilities. This 5-hour course includes collision avoidance techniques, safety issues, driver habits and attitudes, and the basic elements that constantly challenge drivers on Maine’s highways. The course is taught by a certified Maine Driving Dynamics instructor. Those completing the course receive a 3-point credit on their driving record. Must attend both evenings. 

If you are familiar with the principles of Pilates and/or have completed the Intro to Mat Pilates w/ Barbara offering you are ready to get down to some practical work. A brief review of basic techniques that underpin all Pilates exercises and then on to foundation exercises and progressive exercises. Joseph Pilates said: "In 10 sessions you'll feel the difference, in 20 sessions you'll see the difference, and in 30 sessions you'll have a whole new body." Let's continue to work toward your postural, musculoskeletal alignment and development,and safe movement.

Yoga is one of the oldest "holistic" health-care systems in existence, focusing on both the mind and body. Through the practice of yoga postures and breath work, you can connect with your body and mind and discover your spirit; yoga is the art of listening to all parts of your Self. Hatha yoga postures linked with the breath have a powerful effect on all systems of the body providing the energy to age gracefully, stay fit, improve circulation and posture, loosen and lengthen knotty muscles, reduce stress, increase bone density, and promote relaxation at the end of the day. Please bring a yoga mat. Recommended props include a cushion and/or yoga blanket, blocks, bolster, and strap. Covid 19 safety protocols will follow state and school district recommendations for in-person events.

Learn to Play Pickleball 123 is geared toward the beginning or returning to the game player! It includes 3 weeks of lessons designed to instruct the player in all aspects of the game. For the 3-week program, it includes a court fee membership at Maine Pines with free Pickleball designated court time and free fitness membership during the month. Equipment is provided as needed. The session starts at the beginning of each month and runs for 3 weeks. The session runs on Fridays from 12-1pm or Saturdays from 12-1pm. Join us for great fun on the court! Please complete paperwork at Maine Pines on your first day! Location: 120 Harpswell Road, Brunswick

Please bring a birth certificate or passport to the first class and a pen to every class. Parents/Guardians are required to attend the last 30 minutes of the first class and do a ride-along with your child, to be scheduled by the instructor and parent. There is a make-up fee for all missed classes and drives.

Review all Rules and Expectations on our website: https://merrymeeting.maineadulted.org/home/driver-education/

Are you 15 years or older and want your State of Maine permit to prepare for your driving exam? We offer driver education courses to help build strong, safe, and confident drivers. Students are awarded an instructional permit upon successfully completing the course with a grade of 80 percent or better. Total hours of instruction are 40; 30 in the classroom and 10 hours behind the wheel. A full payment of $535 is due at the time of registration. If a student withdraws from the course, $75 is withheld from the refund to cover program costs. Only employee discounts for this class. Please call Merrymeeting to register by phone if you are employed by MSAD 75, RSU 1, Brunswick, or Wiscasset school departments. If the student has a medical diagnosis *the list is on our website* Please contact the office or click on the link below for the required CR-24 medical form. Driver Medical Evaluation CR24 Topsham Campus

Disclaimer: Due to the instructor's full-time job, a class may run from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm. Please always check your email. A notice will be sent out on the day of the class.

September:

• Class Times 4:45 pm - 7:45 pm
• September: 5,6,7,11,12,13,18,19,25,26
• Final Exam  ~ September 26

November:

• Class Time: 4:45 - 7:45 pm
• November: 6,7,8,13,14,15,20,21,27,28
• Final Exam: November 28

January:

• Class Time: 4:45-7:45 pm
• January: 8,9,10,16,17,22,23,24,29,30
• Final Exam: January 30

April:

• Class Time: 4:45-7:45 pm
• April: 8,9,10,22,23,24,29,30
• May: 6,7
• Final Exam: May 7

Flowing fitness class of beginners Chinese Qigong exercises. Non to low impact standing exercises. Learn the healing exercises and basic movements of Chinese QiGong in a slow to medium paced flowing, peaceful exercise class. Gain physical and mental balance, reduce stress, gain flexibility and mobility to stiff joints. Numerous health benefits, injury and illness prevention. Class participation requires standing movement. ***NO CLASSES: 1/15 + 2/19