Mind & Body

Life & Wellness

“Eric [Bornstein] is a great instructor! I liked the way he explained yoga poses using visualizations of energy and light.”

—LENA B., YOGA FOR A BETTER BACK

MIND & BODY

YOGA FOR A BETTER BACK

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard This posture sequencing guides you through poses (asanas) in a mindful flow designed to source all our movement from our deep strength and discover the beauty in our movement. We will practice strategies to lengthen stubborn hamstrings and hips, eliminate pain and compression in your lower back and neck, and create opening and flexibility in your upper back and shoulders. Careful attention is shown to our awareness of proper posture and breathing (pranayama) while in transitions and in stillness. Please bring your yoga mat.

COURSE CODE: BYOG Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30pm. Begins Apr. 6 | $145

GENTLE YOGA

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard This class is intended for those wanting a gentle approach to asana (physical yoga) practice. You can expect to learn basic yoga poses, pranayama (breathing), and meditation. We will pay attention to alignment, breath, and stillness of mind. Come as you are.

COURSE CODE: GENY Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 12:15-1:15pm. Begins Apr. 7 | $130

A BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO CHINESE MEDICINE CONCEPT

Francis Lin | Health Coach Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has been gaining acceptance worldwide, however, many still find it mysterious and hard to understand. In this class, we will demystify the TCM concept and philosophy, explain what is Qi, YinYang, 5 Elements, the Chinese circadian rhythm, and learn how TCM can help improve health.

COURSE CODE: TCM1 Sec. 01: Thursday, 4-6 pm. May 5 | $50

FULL BODY MASSAGE TECHNIQUES WITH A PARTNER

Eric Bornstein | Kripalu-Certified Yoga Instructor, M.L.A., Harvard Bring a friend or significant other to learn basic Esalen/ Swedish massage strokes through lecture, discussion, demonstration, and supervised practice. The Saturday class takes more time to cover the worksheet on massage strokes for the back and uses an extended syllabus that includes legs and feet. Each participant can look forward to a 90-minute massage. Each pair should bring 2 pillows, 2 sheets or large towels, and a squeezed bottle of oil. Wear loose, comfortable clothing to be able to massage the entire back. Women should wear a low-back bathing suit or halter/ bathing suit top that opens in the back.

COURSE CODE: MARB Sec. 01: Friday, 6:45-9:45pm. Apr. 15 | $135 (per pair) Sec. 02: Saturday, 10am-3:30pm. Apr. 16 | $150 (per pair)

IMPROVE YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM AND CLEAR YOUR MIND WITH IRON KIM MOVING MEDITATION METHODS

Seanne Sullivan | Instructor In this course, you will learn three sets of meditation movements that strengthen your immune system, decrease stress, and increase energy. The time-tested sequences, which come from a 1500-year old line of traditional martial arts, harmonize the Yin and Yang of the body by opening the energy meridians. This, in turn, immediately increases internal and external body strength. In addition to strengthening and balancing the upper, middle, and lower body, the movements prepare the practitioner for stationary meditation. Participants will also learn a standing and sitting meditation technique.

COURSE CODE: MODO Sec. 01: 8 Thursdays, 7-8:15pm. Begins Apr. 7 | $160