Mind & Body

Life & Wellness

“This class was amazing! The instructor was very well informed and I learned to listen to my body to relieve tension and improve my posture.”

—LENA, THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE: PRINCIPLES FOR IMPROVING POSTURE AND RELIEVING PAIN

MIND & BODY

MINDFUL FLOW FOR ALL LEVELS

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: 9 Wednesdays, 5:15-6:30pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $145

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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: 9 Wednesdays, 4-5pm. Begins Jan. 11 | $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 Sec. 01: Friday, 6:45-9:45pm. Jan. 13 | $130 per pair Sec. 02: Saturday, 10am-3:30pm. Jan. 14 | $150 per pair

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS

Katherine Lee | 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. 10 | $170