Teacher / Class Info New teachers may not be listed, please call for an updated list.   In alphabetical order. Jan Bastien 609-518-0816 pinkmoon7@comcast.net   Hatha Yoga Jan L. Bastien, RYT   A practitioner of yoga for over 30 years, Jan has been teaching Yoga since 200I.  A Registered Yoga Teacher with the Yoga Alliance, having completed their 200 hour training program, Jan has diversified her training and experience with additional studies of yoga, aromatherapy, and natural health with many different instructors. Jan consistently pursues continuing education in yoga and related fields, attending a variety of workshops and conferences, including the Omega conferences in New York and Florida. Jan’s aromatherapy article, “Scent-imentally Summer,” was recently published in South Jersey Magazine.   Yoga, besides a sound foundation for over-all health and well being, can help to ease specific health concerns, as well as prepare your body for various sports and activities.  Jan can customize a practice to address specific needs and has taught specially designed classes including Yoga for Gardening, for Running and Walking, for Bicycling and for Golf, and body toning.  Besides teaching public and private classes, Jan has been contracted to teach at conferences and classes by many groups, ranging from the New Jersey National Guard to the Mid-Atlantic Conference of Court Managers.  She has taught all ages from children to senior citizens, men and women, and can customize a practice to meet the needs and interests of her students.   Classes held at the NAC Monday evenings at 6:15 PRICE PER CLASS: $9 Discount offered for four class series All levels and ages welcome! Call or e-mail for information and schedule updates Pinkmoon7@comcast.net 609.518.0816         Basha Gardner 215-646-7228 609-894-1234 Youth Drama Children Ages 5-8 During this eight week class students will learn characterization, self esteem and teamwork exercises.  A short play will be presented after final class. Children Ages 9-12 In addition to the above they will learn improvisation techniques and hone performance skills. Teens Ages 13 and up During this eight week class students will learn acting methods and hone performance skills as they pertain to scene work and monologues, which will be presented after final class. Basha (Barbara) Gardner holds a Master's Degree in Theatre from Rowan University and a Bachelor's Degree in Theatre from Temple University.  She worked for eight years as an artist in residence for the Shoestring Players travelling throughout New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania working with children from pre-school to high school on acting, improvisation, playwriting and public speaking.  She has worked as an actress in Philadelphia and New Jersey including Walnut Street Theatre, Society Hill Playhouse and Allens Lane Theatre.  She also does voice-over work for local and national commercials.  Basha has directed plays for both children and adults.  Theses plays include her own works.  Currently she is the Childrens Theatre Director at Footlighter's Theatre and an adjunct Professor at Rowan University. Dannielle Millet 609-894-1234 609-835-2709 Danniellemillet@netscape.net Ballet Modern Dance Dannielle Millet Dance Instructor 609 835-2709(Please call for scheduling and registration.) With a background in dance that spans over 15 years, Dannielle Millet is a dedicated, enthusiastic, instructor with a passionate commitment to dance and student development.  She has experience not only as a student and performer of various genres of dance, but as an instructor, choreographer, artistic director, and in dance company management.  Dannielle Millet came to The NAC from Southern California, where as a youth through her teen years studied classical ballet, jazz, and modern dance (with focus on the Katherine Dunham technique).  Upon graduating from high school, Dannielle left the west coast to attend The University of Virginia, where she became the Head Choreographer and the eventual President of one of the universityÂ's premier dance companies. After graduating from UVa., Dannielle returned home where she became a volunteer with the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation Teen Outreach Program, General Manager and Artistic Director of the Ebony Repertory Dance Theater of Pasadena (her former dance company), Visual and Performing Arts cadre Chairperson for 92nd St. Elementary school, and later the dance instructor for 9th-11th grade students at Discover Charter Prep.  Currently Dannielle teaches dance at Levitt Middle School in Willingboro, NJ.  Comments: All of the following dance classes develop discipline, strength, physical and social skills while enriching the imagination. Class size and content are designed to provide specific one-on-one attention to students. Classes introduce body positioning and alignment, as well as dance terminology.  Age ranges can be altered to accommodate the needs of the student and the class.  Please call instructor for schedule. The following classes will be offered: PRE-DANCE (ages 3-6 years) A special class for a special age! Dance activities emphasize the fun and excitement of discovering the world through movement. Preparatory exercises increase the sense of balance, improve reflexes, and develop flexibility, and coordination.  They also introduce creative movement, rhythm, ballet basics, and class etiquette. NOTE: Miss Dannielle maintains, as do all professional ballet schools, that classical ballet technique is not for the child under 6 years of age.  Before this age the physical and mental rigors of ballet are usually too demanding.  The Pre-Dance class for ages 3-6 is designed to introduce young children to the joys of movement by exploring and expanding their movement range in an uplifting and joyful atmosphere. It is an enjoyable program that develops the child's self-esteem. Even the shy child becomes more confident and learns to interact with others. Building coordination, strength, flexibility, and balance in combination with musical exercises are some of the primary objectives of the class. This class is recommended as a precursor to studying formal technique in ballet, modern dance, or tap.  Black or pink leotard, tights, and ballet shoes are suggested.  Shoes will be removed for modern dance portion. INTRODUCTION TO DANCE TECHNIQUE (ages 7-12 years) Ballet and modern dance technique are formally introduced while maintaining a strong emphasis on the creative process. This class is an introduction to the formalized structure and discipline of ballet class, barre work, center technique, across the floor, and the French vocabulary. It also places emphasis on the techniques for rhythm and coordination inherent in modern dance. This fun and creative class focuses on age-appropriate movement skills and music. Black or pink leotard, tights, and ballet shoes are suggested.  Shoes will be removed for modern dance portion. MODERN (ages 7-12 years)  Students deal with the intricate relationships of time, space and energy as applied to movement, explore their own movement through improvisational techniques, and learn choreographed dance material. This class in an important vehicle for adding depth to the dance experience. Dance attire is leotard, tights and or loose fitting pants.  Bare feet please. ADULT BALLET (ages 13+) Beginning ballet class designed for the adult who has had little or no ballet training, concentrating on basic ballet positions, body alignment and dance terminology. Excellent for fitness. Dance attire is leotard, tights and or loose fitting pants with ballet shoes or socks. ADULT BALLET AND MODERN DANCE (ages 13+) Students learn the fundamentals and vocabulary of ballet and modern dance, including barre, floor work, across the floor, combinations, and improvisation on creative themes. Healthy posture, warming up, stretching, and warming down are emphasized. Dance attire is leotard, tights and or loose fitting pants with ballet shoes or socks.  Bare feet for modern please. Ballet Modern Dance   Sensi Mike Miller 609-743-7615 drnmj@bellatlantic.net Kokikai Aikido Please call Mike for his current class schedule. Mike Miller is a 1st degree black belt certified internationally in Kokikai Aikido. Mike has been teaching Kokikai Aikido for the past two years under the direct supervision of  Sensei Dennis Embert Sensei  (4th dan) of  Southern New Jersey Kokikai Aikido. Sensei  Dennis Emberts dojo was recently awarded as one of "The Best of 2002 martial arts school " in  Southern New Jersey by the courier-post newspaper. Kokikai Aikido is modern martial art for self-defense. Kokikai Aikido was founded by Sensei Shuji Maryuyama who was a direct student of the founder of Aikido, Sensei Ueshiba. There aren't any punches or kicks taught to defend oneself. Kokikai  Aikido uses many different methods to disable a person(s) with or without a weapon.  Size does not matter, there are no weight classes, no tournaments, just practicing a martial art for self-defense. This style  is great for all types of  men,  women, and children. Kokikai Aikido emphasizes the ability to stay calm, relax, have correct  posture & develop your positive mind. Applying these four basic principles will help one to grow to be stronger in there everyday life and achieve a greater level of calmness. Classes will start with some basic stretches and  warm up exercises, then lead into techniques for self-defense. Please wear comfortable clothing such as sweat pants or T-shirts, if  have martial arts uniform please bring  with to practice.     Marc Opdycke 609-440-6775 mopdycke@comcast.net Guitar lessons  Marc Opdycke is a master guitar performer/instructor, and lifetime Pemberton resident. He holds a bachelor's degree in music, with honors, from Rowan University. He is currently working towards his Master's degree in education. Marc has intently continued his study of the guitar for 16 years now, and has been instructing for over a decade. He is a current member of the music faculty at Mercer County College, Aduoban Performing Arts Center, and The Philadelphia Music Company. His countless performing credits include leading the Rowan University Classical Guitar Ensemble, and 1st guitarist with the University's Big Band. Lesson Policy: 1.One half hour lesson per week at consistent time to be determined between teacher and student. Arrival must be prompt to insure maximum use of allotted time. 2. Payment due monthly. $60 per month. **.Cancellation Policy: 24 hour notice is required in the event of cancellation. Provided 24 hour notice is given, the the session's fee ($15 per session) will be credited to the next month's tuition. If notice is not given the the session's fee will be forfeited. 3. All instruction given in a private one on one setting in these early stages at The NAC. If you would be interested in partaking in a multi-student class at a reduced rate, please let Marc know. All ages welcome All styles taught: Rock(all types), Classical, Jazz, Blues, Folk, Funk, etc....          Ashley Shorter 609-694-6875 Hip Hop Dance   For the class, students will enjoy a relaxed social atmosphere.  They will learn rhythm and coordination and the latest & newest dance techniques associated with hip-hop choreography.  Along with learning routines, students will be able to expand their creative minds by making their own choreography and learning to compromise when using other's ideas.  The class will help boost self-esteem in a positive way and help students to help each other and themselves. Classes are for ages 8-20 Ashley Shorter is a resident of Pemberton Twp. and has grown up participating in local & community dance and cheerleading programs.  After graduating Pemberton Twp High School, she was employed at Elite Cheerleading Inc, where she traveled around the country teaching not only cheerleading but also dance.  She is currently Majoring in psychology and minoring in dance.   Jan Terry 609-726-1607 Janterry7@comcast.net Drawing & Watercolors Jan has taught classes kids and adults at the NAC in the past.  Her artwork currently adorns our gallery hall. Sifu Jon  B. Walker LPN Yangqichen@aol.com SifuWalker@aol.com 609-518-9399 Tai Chi Qaun   Taiji www.qissagebodysystems.com  Sifu Jon will be teaching  Tai Chi Quan classes on Monday and Wednesday 7:30-9pm.  Sifu Jon is interested  in forming a daytime class for seniors. Sifu Jonathan B. Walker, LPN 1st Degree Black Sash – Taiji Quan 4th Rank Green Sash – Nan Quan Kung Fu QiGong Therapy Practitioner Reiki I & II Practitioner For more than 25 years, Jonathan B. Walker has worked to improve the quality of life for others. He graduated from The School of Nursing in Southern California, San Bernardino Valley College in 1975 where he was the only male nurse in his class. He later expanded his health career to include human sexuality education and physical rehabilitation. Walker was born in Princeton, NJ in 1949. He is a Vietnam Era veteran who served 6 years in the United States Army and completed U.S. Military Intelligence tours in the European and South East Asian theatre with the United States Army Security Agency in Europe. He has been involved in martial arts for more than 25 years. His education has been under the tutelage of Sensei Douglas Mitchell of Trenton, NJ; Sensei Abi Ad of Southern California; Sijo Leon Trescott, El Bey of the Mercer Kung Fu/Taiji Academy and the Phoenix Academy of Martial Arts; Master Ren Guang Yi of The International Chen Style Taijiquan Association; and Master FaXiang Hou of the QiGong Research Society.  He has been heavily influenced in his teachings by private studies with the late great renowned Grandmasters T. T. Liang and Jou, Tsung Hwa. His first encounter with martial arts was as a teenager studying Judo.  Later, he studied Tae Kwan Do (Korean Karate) while attending nursing school in Southern California. When he was forty years old, Walker turned to the Chinese art of Tai Chi Quan to help improve his health. He has practiced this art for more than a decade and has been teaching it since 1994.  He taught Tai Chi classes at Burlington County College for five years. In 1997, he created QiSsage Body Systems (QBS), LLC, a health care system that is founded on the integration of eastern and western health care philosophies and practices. In 2002, he developed two schools of practice under the cover of QBS, LLC.  The first is “Three Mountains School of Taiji Quan” which is a dynamic martial arts system that incorporates holistic benefits. The second is “Three Mountains Healthways” which is a health care program that employs the fundamentals and principles of Taiji and Qigong for enhancement of the quality of life.  Walker has been a successful competitor in local, regional and national Chinese Martial Arts Tournaments since 1991.  He holds numerous trophies and medals ranging from 1st place to 3rd place in open competitions. In 1999, he was awarded Grand Championship titles by the United Martial Arts Referee Association (U.M.A.R.A.) in its Regional Championship competition.  He was also named the Martial Artist’s Student Representative of the United States for the inauguration of the United States of America Wushu Kung Fu Federation (USAWKF). Walker is also an accomplished QiGong therapy practitioner. He uses this traditional Chinese healing method, similar to accupressure, to treat people with a wide range of health conditions from cancer rehabilitation to chronic health conditions such as arthritis. He incorporates the holistic practices of Tai Chi Quan and QiGong into exercise physiology, physical rehabilitation and general health maintenance.  Most recently, Virtua Memorial Hospital certified him as a practitioner of Reiki I & II.  In April 2002, Walker received a Governor’s Proclamation from the Honorable Jim McGreevey and in April 2003, he received a Joint Legislative Resolution from the New Jersey Senate and General Assembly in recognition of World Tai Chi & QiGong Day. He organized this local event in conjunction with the international celebration to increase public awareness about the holistic benefits of eastern health practices.  In January 2003, Walker was inducted into the Action Martial Arts Hall Of Fame for his Outstanding Contributions to the Martial Arts as a Master. Walker has been featured in performances at Six Flags Great Adventure as well as several news articles, including stories in The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Times of Trenton, Burlington County Times and The Community News.