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Mind & Body
Life & Wellness
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—BETH G., ADVANCED BIRDWATCHING: SPRING MIGRATION
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 to 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: 9 Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $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 Jan. 13 | $130
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-01 Sec: 01 Friday, 6:45-9:45pm. Jan. 28 | $135 per pair Sec. 02: Saturday, 10am-3:30pm. Feb. 26 | $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 moving 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 both a standing and sitting meditation technique.
COURSE CODE: MODO Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 7-8:15pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $170
QIFLOW WATER
Leda Elliot | Tai Chi Master Qi Flow is a soothing and gentle exercise program that interweaves the most powerful and effective elements of Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and breathwork into one seasonal flow that enhances vitality, mental clarity, and flexibility. Carefully curated to align with the four main seasons and one transitional season, the exercises incorporate the ancient Chinese theory of the Five Elements. Each seasonal Qi Flow is designed to help unblock energy stagnation while opening up the internal energy pathways.
COURSE CODE: QIFL Sec. 01: 8 Wednesdays, 7-8pm. Begins Jan. 12 | $155
TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS
Cho Li | Instructor
Originally one of the ancient Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi is practiced today primarily as a method of exercise that cultivates physical and mental harmony in movement. Its slow, fluid forms based on the Chinese principle of yin and yang, and its emphasis on relaxed, effortless movement makes it ideal for people of all ages. You will learn the first section of the traditional Yang-style of long-form Tai Chi. Wear loose, comfortable clothes and soft, flat shoes.
COURSE CODE: TACH Sec. 01: 8 Tuesdays, 6:15-7:15pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $165
TAROT FOR BEGINNERS
Sally Cragin | Astrologer This hands-on workshop includes the history of this unique art form and its practices. Students will learn the rudiments of the four suits, the significance of the numbers, and the interpretation of “Major Arcana” cards. Discussion encouraged, and we will practice some simple readings, and then move on to more complex readings. We use the Rider-Waite deck, designed by Pamela Colman-Smith for in-class readings. Appropriate for beginners, and those wishing to practice and improve their abilities.
COURSE CODE: TARO Sec. 01: Monday, 7:45-9:45pm. Mar. 7 | $50
THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE:
Jill Geiger | Certified Teacher of the Alexander Technique The Alexander Technique: Principles for Improving Posture and Relieving Pain Jill Geiger Certified Teacher of the Alexander Technique Interested in improving your posture, moving with ease, and reducing stiffness, pain and tension? Since 1900 the principles of the Alexander Technique have enabled individuals of all ages to reduce tension and stress, improve the performance of all of life’s activities, and experience lasting relief from chronic pain. In this class, you’ll experience how they can be applied to everyday activities to help you feel, move and look better.
COURSE CODE: TECH Sec. 01: 2 Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm. Jan. 20 & 27 | $50
BECOMING HEALTHIER
Frances Lin | Health Coach Our dream is not only to live long but to live long pain-free, move freely, and hopefully, medicine-free. Many people pay attention to eating healthy, exercising, losing weight, and getting regular checkups. Yet, there is another important knowledge one must obtain to avoid major health crises down the road, which is understanding the body’s signals and solving problems from the root causes. Come join this class for your long-term true good health!
COURSE CODE: WELL Sec. 01: 2 Wednesdays, 5-6:30pm. Jan. 26 & Feb. 2 | $50
