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adult programs fall 2007

Instructional Workshops  
These short, one-time workshops are a great introduction to a variety of activities the Plex offers. No sign up required - just show up!

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION DATE TIME COST Location
Tennis Serve Impress your friends by learning how to make the perfect serve.  This short class will teach you the basics of the tennis serve, which will help your overall tennis game. Gone will be the days of the underhand serve! 9/10 Monday 7-8pm Free - must be member Tennis Court
Racquetball 101 This workshop is for beginners and up.  Students will learn the basic rules of racquetball, along with some skills and drills. 10/16 Tuesday 2-3pm Free - must be member Racquetball court
Triathlons: How to Train

Do you have what it takes to do a triathlon?  Find out by joining us for a brief overview of what you need to do to train for one.  Learn about the different types and lengths of triathlons, along with what programs the Plex has to offer that can help you with your training.

9/20 Monday 6-7pm Free - must be member Patio off Pool Deck

Instructional Classes  
Instructional classes run 8 weeks long, meeting once a week. To register for class, please come to the membership office during office hours »

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION DATE TIME COST Location
Tennis: Beginner

Learn techniques, practice drills, and approaches to the game of tennis during these lessons.  Class emphasizes technique and basic tennis skills.  No prior experience necessary.

Session 1
9/17-10/22
Mondays
7-8pm
Free - must be member Tennis Court
Session 2
10/29-12/3
Tennis: Intermediate Learn advanced techniques, drills, and game strategy in this class. Participants must have tennis experience, or completed Beginner Tennis. Session 1
9/17-10/22
Mondays
8-9pm
Free - must be member Tennis Court
Session 2
10/29-12/3
Racquetball: Beginner

Learn the basic rules and techniques of racquetball.  Topics covered include: skills, drills, and strategies.  This is a great way to learn a new game, which doubles as an excellent cardio workout.

Session 1
10/30-12/4
Tuesday
2-3pm
Free - must be member Racket ball court
Salsa Dancing

This class teaches the basic salsa moves. Dancing partner not required.

Session 1
11/1-12/6
Thursday
3-4pm
Free - must be member Multipurpose Room B/C
Triathlon Training

Triathlon training is designed to teach people competitive swimming, biking, and running.  It also teaches how to incorporate all three sports into one plan for triathlon competition. Specific triathlon skills taught include pack swimming/drafting, swim starts, buoy turns, transitions, running after the bike, etc. 

Session 1
9/20-10/25
Tuesday & Thursday
6-7pm
Free - must be member First Class meets on
Pool Deck
Session 2
10/30-12/6
Contact Info
Caitriona Taylor
Manager, Aquatics & Instructional Programs
plexpool@bc.edu
617.552.6204

updated on:8-15-07
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