wellness

YOUTH

YOUTH YOGA Introduce kiddos to yoga through fun, creative exercises! Participants will learn about calm breathing, practice individual and partner poses, understand the importance of quiet time and develop tools for relaxation and anxiety reduction. Each session will include breathing exercises, yoga poses, mini meditation and an art activity.

Ages: 6-9 years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, FITNESS STUDIO B 1010001-01 Jul 6-27 M 5:00-6:00pm $48

ADULT

INTRO TO YOGA Reduce stress and increase your flexibility! Learn basic yoga poses and breathing techniques that comprise a mind-body class. You will learn everything you need to know to be successful in any regular yoga class. All equipment is provided. Namaste!

Ages: 15+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO A 1010002-01 May 4-18 M 6:00-6:50pm $25 1010002-02 Jun 8-22 M 6:00-6:50pm $25 1010002-03 Jul 13-27 M 6:00-6:50pm $25

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE FOUNDERS PARK, WILFONG PAVILION 1010002-04 Aug 9-23 Su 2:00-2:50pm $25

FOUNDATIONS OF YOGA The classic foundations of yoga consists of eight steps. In this lecture-based class, we will work our way through each step, one per class, to obtain a more in-depth understanding of yoga as a holistic philosophy. Whether you are completely new to yoga or have practiced for a while, this series will offer you new insights into living the yoga lifestyle.

Ages: 15+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM A 1010003-01 May 5-28 T,Th 7:00-8:00pm $60

INTRO TO MEDITATION Give it a try! Check out this meditation class to see if you are interested in joining the 8-week session. The meditation method used in class is a simple and accessible form of meditation designed for modern day living. Backed by extensive research, iRest Meditation can help people navigate life’s challenges and enhance ones sense of well-being and peace.

Ages: 15+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM C 1010019-01 May 5 T 6:00-7:00pm $8

MEDITATION The meditation method used in class is a simple and accessible form of meditation designed for modern day living. Backed by extensive research, iRest Meditation can help people navigate life’s challenges and enhance ones sense of well being and peace.

Ages: 15+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

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MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, DANCE STUDIO B 1010004-01 Jun 2-Jul 21 T 6:00-7:00pm $60

TAI CHI FOR HEALTH I A certified Tai Chi and Qi Gong instructor will lead you through gentle, focused movements designed to strengthen your body, relax your mind and improve your overall health. Harvard Medical School and Mayo Clinic research shows that Tai Chi positively impacts balance, coordination, stress, chronic pain, immune system and overall health. There is no floor or mat work. Participants should wear loose-fitting clothing and stable flat-soled shoes. No class on 5/26.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Ingrid Ritchie

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE

MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO B 1010005-01 Apr 28-Jun 16 T 5:30-6:30pm $80 1010005-02 Jul 1-Aug 12 W 5:30-6:30pm $80

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TAI CHI FOR HEALTH II A certified Tai Chi and Qi Gong instructor will lead you into advanced movements designed to reduce stress and improve overall fitness levels. There is no floor or mat work. Participants should wear loose-fitting clothing and stable flatsoled shoes. Prerequisite: Must have completed Tai Chi for Health I. No class on 5/27.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Ingrid Ritchie

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO A 1010006-01 Apr 29-Jun 17 W 5:30-6:30pm $80 1010006-02 Jun 30-Aug 11 T 5:30-6:30pm $80

TAI CHI PRACTICE GROUP Practice Tai Chi movements with us every week! Practicing correct and safe movements over time with consistency are the keys to obtaining the full mind-body benefits of Tai Chi. Each class includes relaxed breathing, warm-ups and stretching, a variety of Tai Chi forms (Sun and Yang styles) and various Qi Gong postures. Participants should wear loosefitting clothing and stable flat-soled shoes. Participants must have previously completed Tai Chi for Health I and II. No class on 5/25 through 5/27.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Tai Chi Every Day, LLC

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO B 1010007-01 Apr 27-Jun 15 M 1:00-2:00pm $70 1010007-02 Apr 27-Jun 15 M 2:30-3:30pm $70 1010007-04 Apr 29-Jun 17 W 2:30-3:30pm $70 1010007-05 Jun 29-Aug 10 M 1:00-2:00pm $70 1010007-06 Jun 29-Aug 10 M 2:30-3:30pm $70 1010007-08 Jul 1-Aug 12 W 2:30-3:30pm $70

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Ingrid Ritchie

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO B 1010007-03 Apr 28-Jun 16 T 6:45-7:45pm $70 1010007-07 Jun 30-Aug 11 T 6:45-7:45pm $70

SEATED TAI CHI NEW! Seated Tai Chi combines gentle, slow movements with abdominal breathing and mental concentration to improve general health and well-being. Seated Tai Chi has been shown to improve upper body strength, flexibility/range of motion and reduce stress, pain and stiffness. Seated Tai Chi is appropriate for those who cannot stand, have lower body weakness, or who do not feel confident in their balance. Participants must be able to sit for 45 minutes. No class on 5/26.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Ingrid Ritchie

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO B 1010008-01 Apr 28-Jun 16 T 3:30-4:30pm $80 1010008-02 Jun 30-Aug 11 T 3:30-4:30pm $80

TAI CHI FOR FALL PREVENTION A certified Tai Chi For Balance and Fall Prevention instructor will lead you through gentle, focused movements designed to strengthen your body and increase your balance. Each class will include practicing the Tai Chi for Health Part I skills including Sun style Tai Chi form, Tai Chi stepping, in-depth balance work and Qi Gongs. There is no floor or mat work. Must have completed Tai Chi for Health I. Participants should wear loosefitting clothing and stable flat-soled shoes. No class on 5/27.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Tai Chi Every Day, LLC

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO B 1010009-01 Apr 29-Jun 17 W 1:00-2:00pm $70 1010009-03 Jul 1-Aug 12 W 1:00-2:00pm $70

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Ingrid Ritchie

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO B 1010009-02 Apr 29-Jun 10 W 3:30-4:30pm $70 1010009-04 Jul 1-Aug 12 W 3:30-4:30pm $70

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TAI CHI AND QIGONG FOR BUSY PROFESSIONALS NEW! Many of us have high levels of stress, which makes it difficult to relax, focus and be present in the moment. A certified Tai Chi instructor will lead you through gentle, focused movements shown to relax the body and mind and improve focus and overall well-being. No class on 5/27.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Ingrid Ritchie

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO B 1010010-01 Apr 29-Jun 17 W 6:45-7:45pm $80 1010010-02 Jul 1-Aug 12 W 6:45-7:45pm $80

QI GONG FOR SERENITY AND STRENGTH NEW! Want to reduce your stress, become stronger and improve your wellbeing? Try Qi Gong an ancient Chinese exercise combining gentle movement with deep focused breathwork. Taught by a certified instructor, Qi Gong will lower anxiety, increase physical strength, flexibility, balance and improve concentration. Participants should wear loose-fitting clothing and stable flat-soled shoes.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Tai Chi Every Day, LLC

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO B 1010011-01 Jul 6-27 M 4:00-5:00pm $42

AROMATHERAPY FOR EMOTIONAL WELLNESS Science has shown us that our sense of smell directly affects the limbic brain-- the seat of emotions and memory processing. Aromatherapy is a fast, safe and effective way to stay on top of our emotional responses, moods and reactions to stressful triggers. This workshop will cover the science behind emotional aromatherapy and aromas to use for different emotions. Participants will make a blend to take home.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, PROGRAM ROOM C 1010012-01 May 1 F 5:30-6:30pm $15 1010012-04 Aug 7 F 5:30-6:30pm $15

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM A 1010012-02 Jun 5 F 6:00-7:00pm $15

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, MULTIPURPOSE ROOM C 1010012-03 Jul 3 F 5:30-6:30pm $15

WEIGHT TRAINING AFTER INJURY NEW! Coming off an injury? Done with physical therapy and not sure what to do next? This class is for you! Learn a variety of exercises that are safe and effective for knees, shoulders and hips. Don’t let your injury keep you from reaching your goals!

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, FITNESS STUDIO A 1010016-01 Jun 2-30 T 2:00-3:30pm $65

ON THE TRAIL TO FITNESS Enjoy the outdoors this summer! A certified personal trainer will lead you through a warm-up, 2-3 mile walk with strength exercises along the way and cool down stretch at the end. This is a great way to exercise and socialize!

Ages: 15+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, LOBBY 1010013-01 May 6-27 W 9:00-10:00am $30 1010013-02 May 5-26 T 9:00-10:00am $30 1010013-03 Jun 3-24 W 9:00-10:00am $30 1010013-04 Jul 8-29 W 9:00-10:00am $30 1010013-05 Aug 5-26 W 9:00-10:00am $30

INTRO TO WEIGHTS NEW! Need help planning a workout routine? This 4-week program will introduce you to free weights and equipment that will help you build a safe, effective workout. Led by a CCPR fitness instructor, this class will help you feel confident and safe no matter your body type, age or goals.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, FITNESS STUDIO A 1010014-01 Jun 2-30 T 12:30-2:00pm $65

WOMEN WITH WEIGHTS Feel intimidated and don’t know where to start when it comes to weight-lifting? This 4-week program will introduce you to free weights and equipment that will help you build a safe, effective workout. Led by a CCPR fitness instructor, this class will help you feel confident and safe no matter your body type, age or goals.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: CCPR Staff

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER WEST, FITNESS STUDIO A 1010015-01 Jul 7-28 T 12:30-2:00pm $65

INCREASE ENERGY AND FEEL BETTER NEW! Do you often find yourself tired and wanting more energy? Then this workshop is for you! We’ll cover strategies to help you improve and increase your energy levels in a way that integrates into your lifestyle and provides a sustainable solution.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Morgan Sheets

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, EAST STUDIO A 1010017-01 May 16 Sa 1:00-2:30pm $21

NAVIGATING CHANGES AND CHALLENGES NEW! If you find yourself having trouble navigating life’s transitions, even the good ones, and are feeling stuck and frustrated, then this workshop is for you. You may find yourself reaching for quick fixes and band-aid approaches but wishing you had a healthier solution. We’ll focus on sustainable strategies to help you manage stress and be present in your life so you can manage the ups and downs and enjoy the transitions.

Ages: 18+ years • Instructor: Morgan Sheets

ACTIVITY# DATES DAYS TIME FEE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER EAST, PROGRAM ROOM C 1010018-01 Jun 13 Sa 1:00-2:30pm $21