Movement Arts Fair II *Try Yoga, Kung Fu, Parkour, and CrossFit* Aug 1st Workshop August 1, 2009

It's back! Kung Fu Outreach, and The Academy of Kung Fu is hosting yet another Movement Arts Fair, featuring three hours of instruction in four dynamically different fitness classes for the low cost of $15 prior to July 15th (Pre-Registration rate) or $20 at the door.

This time the featured classes will be lead by seperate highly-qualified Partner Yoga, Parkour, Kung Fu, Martial Arts and Crossfit instructors.

"Okay, those are the names of the classes, but what will the actual content look like?" Glad you asked...

Partner Yoga involves working with other students on poses that will challenge your flexibility, strength and balance. Don't worry, you don't have to bring a partner, but you will have to keep an open mind in trusting and working with your fellow students.

Parkour is the French art of "free running." Basically, it addresses the question of how one can move from point A to point B in the most efficient way. Imagine stepping out of your house and seeing the outside world as your training floor - that is Parkour. Basics include jumping, rolling and climbing - safely. Think Daniel Craig's James Bond or Tony Jaa's Ong-bak.

Kung Fu translates literally from the Chinese as "effort over time". The pursuit of Kung Fu, or any other art, can be a life long journey. With that in mind, for this 40 minute class, students will be exposed to some "dirty moves," or practical self defense techniques that will give them a small taste of what the art is about.

CrossFit is a physical conditioning regimen that scorns regimen. The core belief of the system is that when it comes to getting fit and healthy, variety is king! It is therefore, the perfect match for a mixed movement event, and said workout shall be guaranteed to give participants the sweaty, effort-filled ending they all deserve.

Who are the teachers? Again, glad you asked.

James Grant is leading the partner yoga class. James teaches yoga at Corepower Yoga and Capoeira at Capoeira Regional.

Ramman Turner is leading the parkour class. Ramman is the owner and a coach at Rip City Fitness.

Wally and Lara Jones are leading the Kung Fu class. They are the owners and instructors for Kung Fu Outreach.

Scott Hagnas is leading the Crossfit class. Scott is the owner and a coach at Crossfit Portland.

Free chair massage (tips welcome) will be available throughout the event, courtesy of Clayton Elzinga, LMT. Healthy baked goods (sold at donation rate to benefit PPS elementary after-school fitness programs) will be available throughout the event as well.

Kung Fu Outreach's mission is to provide students, of all ages with quality instruction, and love of learning and open appreciation for all movement arts.