Gambit's Health Book 2017

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A G U I D E TO H E A LT H + F I T N E S S E V E N T S IN NEW ORLEANS

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To your health Educational events, child care information, fitness classes, nutrition, bike rides, support groups and other resources for a balanced, healthy life.

BY KANDACE POWER GRAVES, KAT STROMQUIST & KATIE WALENTER A KEY TO STICKING WITH A FITNESS ROUTINE IS TO FIND SOMETHING YOU ENJOY DOING,

Index: Bicycling .............................................................. 3 Cancer programs, education & events ......... 3 Dance, Zumba & hula hooping ....................... 3 Educational events .......................................... 5 Fitness & exercise ............................................ 5 Foot races & walks ........................................... 6 Health fairs, screenings & events ..................7 Meditation, self-care and spirituality ..........8 Nutrition & weight loss ...................................8 Pilates .................................................................8 Pre-natal & post-partum workshops ..........8 Support groups ................................................. 9 Training sessions ............................................ 10 Yoga & tai chi .................................................. 10

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BICYCLING GetUpNRide NOLA. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www.hiholounge.net — GetUpNRide NOLA presents a weekly social bike ride. Visit www. facebook.com/getupnridenola for details. 7:30 p.m.

Weekly on Tuesdays.

The Giro Ride. Starbucks, 800 Harrison Ave., (504) 486-8829; www.starbucks.com — The free bike riding club meets twice a week. 7 a.m. Weekly on Saturdays and Sundays.

It’s All About the Music Ride.

Congo Square, Louis Armstrong Park, North Rampart and St. Ann streets — NOLA Social Ride presents a weekly social bike ride from Congo Square. Visit www.nolasocialride.org for details.

6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Weekly on Tuesdays.

NOLA Social Ride Thursdays.

NOLA Social Ride presents weekly Happy Thursday bike rides from rotating locations: first Thursday of the month

Uptown (Dat Dog), second Mid-City (Parkway Bakery), third CBD (Mannings), fourth week varies. Visit www.nolasocialride.org for details. 7 p.m. Weekly on Thursdays.

CANCER PROGRAMS, EDUCATION & EVENTS Cancer Survivorship Program.

West Jefferson Medical Center, 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero, (504) 347-5511; www.wjmc.org — The ongoing education and networking series for people affected by a cancer diagnosis covers topics including Reiki, nutrition, genetics, yoga, essential oils, women’s health, painting and more. Light dinner provided. Call (504) 349-1232 to register. Free admission. 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

June 20, July 18 and Aug. 15.

Look Good, Feel Better. West Jefferson Medical Center, 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero, (504) 347-5511;

www.wjmc.org — The Cancer Center holds a beauty workshop for women undergoing cancer treatment. Registration required; call (800) 227-2345. Free admission. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. June 14.

Team Survivors: Breast Edition. UMC Oncology Center, 2001 Tulane Ave., (504) 702-3000 — The support group, held the first Thursday of every month, is geared toward breast cancer survivors and their loved ones. 5 p.m. July 6 and Aug. 3.

DANCE, ZUMBA & HULA HOOPING Ballet Class. Rosenwald NORDC Center, 1120 S. Broad St., (504) 658-3052; www.nordc. org/parks/rosenwald — Dance Fit New Orleans holds free weekly ballet classes.

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Weekly on Thursdays.

Bookoo Rueda. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac.

org — Baba Luther Gray leads weekly music and dance classes based on Afro-Cuban and New Orleans rhythms.

Visit www.bkrueda.com for details. Donations accepted.

6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Weekly on Wednesdays.

Cardio Line Dancing. The Esplanade, 1401 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 468-6116; www.esplanademall.com — The cardio line dancing class is free and open to the public. Contact (800) 561-4127 or visit www.peopleshealth. com/wellness to register.

8:30 a.m. June 7.

Dance Fitness. Lyons Center, 624 Louisiana Ave., (504) 658-3004; www.nordc.org/ parks/lyons — Dance Fit New Orleans holds a free weekly dance fitness class.

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Weekly on Wednesdays.

Hip-Hop Dance. St. Bernard Recreation Center, 1500 Lafreniere St., (504) 658-3040; www.nordc.org/parks/stbernard — A weekly dance class teaches hip-hop moves. 5 p.m. Weekly on Wednesdays.

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whether it’s yoga, Pilates, bicycling, tai chi or cardio circuits, and a setting or group of people that motivates you to excel. Good health and well-being aren’t just about exercising regularly, however, it’s also eating healthy, learning about diseases and conditions, nurturing your spiritual side, alleviating stress, taking care of yourself and your family and leading a successful life.

Gambit has compiled a list of wellness-related events, classes, seminars, support groups and workshops around the New Orleans area through Aug. 22.

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EDUCATIONAL EVENTS Active Parenting. St. Tammany Hospital’s Parenting Center, 1505 N. Florida St. Suite B, Covington, (985) 8984435; www.stph.org — This six-week course discusses

speakers on the first Sunday of every month. 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. July 2 and Aug. 6

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active communication for parents. Space is limited.

Registration is $75, includes book and workbook. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. July 12.

Benefits of Physical Therapy.

Little Farms United Church of Christ, 135 Sauve Road, River Ridge, (504) 737-5858 — Magnolia Physical Therapy presents an educational program on the history of physical therapy, its team approach and its benefits.

Free admission. 10 a.m. to noon. July 22.

Blazing New Trails: Cerebral Palsy Forum. Children’s Hospital, 200 Henry Clay Ave., (504) 899-9511; www.chnola. org — Reaching for the Stars Foundation presents a forum for children with cerebral palsy and their families to learn about general management, physical and occupational therapies, and adaptive technologies. Visit www.reachingforthestars. org/blazingnewtrails for details. 10:30 a.m. June 10.

Conscious Aging: Healthy Knees. Swan River Yoga

Mandir, 2940 Canal St., (504) 301-3134; www.swanriveryoga.com — The workshop for seniors addresses how to promote healthy knees through yogic exercises and discussions. Registration $45. 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

June 11.

Good Night’s Sleep Class.

Touro Infirmary, 1401 Foucher St., (504) 897-7011; www.touro. com — Dr. Meredith Maxwell discusses sleep problems, insomnia, disorders and medical conditions that may affect sleep, plus sleep improvement tips. Noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 8 Neurobics Class. Madisonville Library, 1123 Main St., Madisonville, (985) 845-4819; www. sttammany.lib.la.us — St. Tammany Library presents workshops on keeping the brain healthy with neurobics practices. Visit www.sttammanylibrary.org for details.

Free admission. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. June 17, July 1 and July 15.

The workshops are held at the same times and dates at the library’s Slidell branch

(555 Robert Blvd., Slidell, 985646-6470; www.sttammany. lib.la.us/slidell.html).

Positive Discipline Parenting Class. St. Tammany Hospital’s Parenting Center, 1505 N. Florida St. Suite B, Covington, (985) 898-4435; www.stph. org — St. Tammany Parish Hospital presents a monthly parenting class about positive discipline. Registration $10, includes child care. 10:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. June 20.

Total Joint Replacement Class. Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 Judge Tanner Blvd., Covington, (985) 867-3800; www.lakeviewregional.com — The class for people undergoing total joint replacement surgery is led by the preoperative and postoperative care teams. To register, call (985) 867-3900. 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. June 20.

The Wellness Forum. Unity of New Orleans Spiritual Center, 3722 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-3390; www.unitytempleneworleans.com — Bob Tucker facilitates a wellness discussion with guest

Boot Camp. Andrew “Pete” Sanchez Community Center, 1616 Caffin Ave., (504) 6583059; www.nordc.org/parks/ sanchez — A weekly outdoor boot camp has cardio and strength training components. 6:30 p.m. Weekly on Thursdays.

Chinese Kickboxing Class.

Shaolin Institute, 1995 Gentilly Blvd., Suite C1, (504) 835-1877; www.shaolinworld.net — Shaolin Institute offers recurring kickboxing classes for fitness and self-defense. Call to reserve a free first class. 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.

7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Drive For Men’s Health Circuit Training.

FitLot on the Lafitte Greenway, 501 N. Galvez St.., (504) 264-1568; www.fitlot.org — Drive For Men’s Health presents a free circuit training class at the outdoor fitness park.

Contact info@d4mh.com for details. 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. June 6 F3 Nation All-Men Workouts. F3 holds smallgroup workouts for men Monday through Saturday in different locations. Visit www.f3nation.com/schedules/nola for details. Weekly Mondays through Saturdays.

Fitness Fusion Class. Gernon Brown Rec Center, 1001 N. Harrison Ave., (504) 658-3151; www.nordc.org/parks/ gernonbrown — Footprints To Fitness presents weekly workout classes that combine yoga, Pilates, Barre,

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hosts the free gathering the second Sunday of every month in which participants of all ages practice hula hooping. Hoops are provided.

Email heynowhooping@ gmail.com or call (504) 2159090 for details. 1 p.m. June 11, July 9 and Aug. 13.

Strong by Zumba. East Jefferson Family YMCA, 6691 Riverside Drive, (504) 888-9622; www. ymcaneworleans.org — Participants move in sync with music to gain muscular endurance, tone and an increased afterburn. 5:45 p.m.

Weekly on Wednesdays.

Swing Dance Basics. Rhythmic Arts Center, 2358 St. Claude Ave., (504) 252-9283; www.rhythmicarts.com — The ongoing intro to swing dance basics is for beginners and encompasses the fundamentals of partnering. Drop-in registration $15. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Weekly Tuesdays and Fridays.

Zumba. East Jefferson Family YMCA, 6691 Riverside Drive, (504) 888-9622; www.ymcaneworleans.org — This interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party mixes low-intensity and highintensity moves. Times vary.

Weekly Mondays through Thursdays and Saturdays.

Zumba Fit NOLA. Gernon Brown Rec Center, 1001 N. Harrison Ave., (504) 658-3151; www.nordc.org — A weekly cardio workout is a take on Zumba. 9:15 a.m. Weekly on Saturdays.

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Hip-Hop Dance Fit NOLA. St. Roch Park, 1800 St. Roch Ave.; www.crescentparknola.org — The weekly outdoor dance class includes isolations and freestyling. 11:30 a.m. Weekly on Saturdays.

Hip-Hop Ya Brass. Mandeville Wharf at Crescent Park, 1008 N. Peters St.; www.crescentparknola.org — Move Ya Brass holds a recurring hip hop-inspired exercise class.

Visit www.moveyabrass.com for details. 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Weekly on Tuesdays.

Hula Hooping. Gernon Brown Rec Center, 1001 N. Harrison Ave., (504) 658-3151; www. nordc.org/parks/gernonbrown — A hula hooping class meets every week. 11 a.m.

Weekly on Mondays.

Kickboxing Fit NOLA. NORDC Treme Center, 900 N. Villere St., (504) 658-3160; www.nordc.org/parks/treme — A weekly kickboxing class meets. 11:30 a.m. Weekly on Saturdays.

Line Dancing. Rosenwald NORDC Center, 1120 S. Broad St., (504) 658-3052; www.nordc.org/parks/ rosenwald — There are line dancing classes for beginning and intermediate dancers. 6 p.m. Weekly on Wednesdays.

There also is a class at St. Bernard Recreation Center (1500 Lafreniere St.) at 6 p.m.

Weekly on Tuesdays.

NOBA Ballet. Stallings St. Claude Rec Center, 4300 St. Claude Ave., (504) 658-3053; www.nordc.org/parks/ stallingsstclaude — A weekly dance class presented by New Orleans Ballet Association is for dancers ages 6-11.

5 p.m. Weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Second Sunday Family Hoop Jam. Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn, City Park, 8 Victory Ave., (504) 482-4888; www.neworleanscitypark. com — Hey Now Hooping

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cardio and strength and weight training. Visit www. footprintstofitness.com for details. Registration $10, first class free. 6:30 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10:15 a.m. Saturdays.

Weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

Get Firm & Sculpt Your Core. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac.org — Sistahs Making a Change holds a free fitness class twice a week. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Weekly on Mondays and Thursdays.

Handstand Training.

Transform NOLA, 8509 Oak St., (985) 640-2648; www.transformnola.com — Rebecca Genter leads a weekly handstand strength and flexibility training. 7:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Weekly on on Thursdays.

HIITuesdays. The Peristyle, City Park, 42 Dreyfous Drive, (504) 488-2896 — Lululemon New Orleans presents free high-intensity interval training for all levels every week through July. 6:30 p.m. Weekly on Tuesdays through July 25.

Jazz Bounce Aerobics. Old U.S. Mint (New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park), 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 589-4841; www.nps.gov/ jazz — A free aerobics class is open to the public. 4 p.m.

Weekly on Thursdays.

Jazz Hop. NORDC Treme Center, 900 N. Villere St., (504) 658-3160; www.nordc. org/parks/treme — Dance Fit New Orleans holds a free weekly Jazz Hop class.

6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Weekly on Tuesdays.

NOBA Carnival Cardio. Stallings St. Claude Rec Center, 4300 St. Claude Ave., (504) 658-3053; www.nordc.org/ parks/stallingsstclaude — New Orleans Ballet Association presents a weekly cardio-centric workout for ages 12 and up. 7:15 p.m.

Weekly on Thursdays.

November Project New Orleans. The November Project workout happens every Monday (location varies, 6 a.m.), Wednesday (Champions Square, 5:15 a.m. and 6 a.m.) and Friday (Shelter 1, Lakeshore Drive, 6 a.m.). The group’s motto is “just show up.”

Free admission. For more information, www.november-project.com. Weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Silver and Fit Aerobics.

Manhattan Athletic Club, 4162 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 362-2200; www.manhattanathletic.com — The gym offers a low-impact aquatic aerobics class at 9:15 a.m.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and at 8:30 a.m.

Friday and a low-impact fitness class at 11 a.m.

Mondays and Wednesdays. Admission $15, free for first-time guests. 9:15 a.m. Weekly on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; 8:30 a.m. Weekly on Fridays; and 11 a.m.

Weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.

Toning Tuesday. Piazza d’Italia, 377 Poydras St — The Loews Hotel sponsors a bootcamp-style outdoor workout that incorporates kickboxing. Visit www.facebook.com/thesweatsocial for details. Registration $25. 7 a.m. Weekly on Tuesdays.

Women-Only Fitness Classes. Audubon Park, 6500 Magazine St., (504) 581-4629; www.auduboninstitute.org — Free fitness classes for women take place in the park. 5:30 a.m.

Weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Women-Only Workout Sessions. Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn, City Park, 8 Victory Ave., (504) 861-2537; www.neworleanscitypark.com — Free fitness classes for women take place in City Park. 7:30 a.m. Weekly on Saturdays.

FOOT RACES & WALKS Armadillo Dash Trail Run. Bonnet Carre Spillway, Norco — NORSI presents the 3-mile Armadillo Dash trail run/walk. Visit www. nolarunning.com for details. Registration $20-$30.

8 a.m. June 24.

Big Easy, Big Heart 5K Race. Fontainebleau State Park, 62883 Highway 190, Mandeville, (888) 677-3668 — The New Orleans Mission holds its annual 5K race with a new course experience from Q50 Races. A party with live music, food and drinks follows. Visit www.neworleansmission. org for details. Registration is $35-$40. 9 a.m. July 22.

Creole Tomato Festival Run/Walk. Crescent Park, 1008 N. Peters St., (504) 5222621; www.frenchmarket.

org/crescentpark — New Orleans Running Systems Inc. holds a 2-mile run/walk during the Creole Tomato Festival. Visit www.nolarunning.com for details.

Registration $20-$30. 8:30 a.m. June 10.

Gnarly Nutria. Audubon Park, 6500 Magazine St., (504) 581-4629; www. auduboninstitute.org — The Gnarly Nutria is a nighttime men’s fun-run competition presented by F3. Visit www. f3nation.com/workouts/ gnarly-nutria for details. 9 p.m. July 19.

Lakefront Lighthouse Rock N Run. New Canal Lighthouse, 8001 Lakeshore Drive, (504) 282-2134; www.saveourlake.org — NORSI presents the 2-mile run/walk. Visit www.nolarunning.com for details.

Registration $20-$30.

Aug. 19.

Lakeview Sunrise Run. Chateau Coffee House and Cafe, 139 Robert E. Lee Blvd., (504) 286-1777; www. chateaucafe.com — Varsity Sports hosts a free 3- to 5-mile dawn run. 6 a.m.

Weekly on Tuesdays.

Lighthouse Glow Run/Walk.

Details for the 2-mile walk/ run can be found at www. nolarunning.com. Time TBA. Aug. 19.

Lower 9th Ward Sticks and Steppers Walking Club.

Andrew “Pete” Sanchez Community Center, 1616 Caffin Ave., (504) 658-3000; www.nordc.org/parks/sanchez — Walkers of all ages can join the club, which meets to walk on weekday mornings. 7:30 a.m. Weekly Monday through Friday.

Move Ya Brass Krewe. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — The MYB Krewe meets on the museum steps in City Park for a fun run every Monday evening. Contact mybkrewe@ gmail.com for details. 6 p.m. Weekly on Mondays.

Rivershack Tavern’s River Run. Rivershack Tavern, 3449 River Road, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com — NORSI presents the 2-mile run/ walk. Registration $20-$35.

6:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 8.

There is another run at Rivershack Gretna (714 First St., Gretna) at 6:30 p.m. July 22.

Running Group. Gernon Brown Rec Center, 1001 N. Harrison Ave.,

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Soul Steppers. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — The AARP weekly walking group’s route is 1.5 miles to 2.5 miles long. 9 a.m.

Weekly on Saturdays.

Walking Group! St. Roch Park, 1800 St. Roch Ave.; www.nordc.org/parks/ stroch — The walking group focuses on heart health. 9:30 a.m. Weekly on Saturdays.

VSNO Social Run. Varsity Sports, 3450 Magazine St., (504) 899-4144; www.varsityrunning.com — Runners meet the first Thursday of every month for a 3- to 6-mile run, followed by a social hour. 6 p.m. July 6 and Aug. 3.

HEALTH FAIRS, SCREENINGS & EVENTS Community Cholesterol Screening. East Jefferson General Hospital Wellness Center, 3601 Houma Blvd., Suite 204, Metairie, ; www.ejgh.org — The cholesterol screen checks for total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, HDL/LDL ratio, triglycerides and glucose. Resting blood pressure also is provided. Call (504) 503-6868 to register. Appointment required. Registration is $30-$35. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

June 14, July 12 and Aug. 9.

Gentilly/Desire/Pontchartrain Park Community Health and Resource Fair.

Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 6154 Press Drive, (504) 2883437; www.holycrossno. org — Dillard University presents a health and resource fair featuring

more than 40 exhibitors in health and wellness, job training, employment, legal services, healthy-cooking demonstrations, gospel music and food vendors.

Free admission. 9:30 a.m.

June 10.

New Orleans Running Group and Walking Club. Louisiana Running + Walking Co., 4153 Canal St., (504) 304-4762; www.louisianarunning. com — Louisiana Running + Walking Co. hosts a social run/walk starting at its Mid-City store every Monday (through City Park).

Visit www.louisianarunning.com/run-walk-groups for details. 6:30 p.m.

Weekly on Mondays.

New Orleans Running Group and Walking Club Uptown. Louisiana Running + Walking Co., 8123 Oak St., (504) 891-9999; www.louisianarunning.com — Louisiana Running + Walking Co. hosts a social run/walk

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starting at its Uptown store every Wednesday (through Audubon Park). Visit www.louisianarunning. com/run-walk-groups/ for details. 6:30 p.m. Weekly on Wednesdays.

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Ayurveda Therapist Training Course. Swan River Yoga Mandir, 2940 Canal St., (504) 301-3134; www.swanriveryoga.com — Michelle Baker and Meghan Hayes offer Module 1 of Ayurveda training to become a certified Ayurveda therapist or to promote natural healing.

(Module 2 is in October.) Visit the website for details and registration. July 7 through 9.

Energy Clearing Class. Swan River Yoga Mandir, 2940 Canal St., (504) 301-3134; www.swanriveryoga.com — Reiki master Michelle Baker leads two classes on self-Reiki with mantra and meditation. No experience necessary. Registration $20.

4:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. June 18 and July 9.

Japanese Reiki Seminar. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Stephen Swartz gives a talk on “The Beauty of Japanese Reiki.” Free admission. 7 p.m.

June 15.

Morning Meditation. Unity of New Orleans Spiritual Center, 3722 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-3390; www.unitytempleneworleans.com — Mike Wittenbrink leads a weekly group meditation. 9 a.m. Weekly on Sundays.

Practices in Self Care. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4842 Perrier St., (504) 899-0047; www.wildlotusyoga.com — The fiveweek course is designed to teach busy people simple

and quick self-care techniques. Registration $90 by June 15, $108 after. 7:45 p.m. to 9 p.m. Starts June 22.

Prayer and Healing Meditation. Unity of New Orleans Spiritual Center, 3722 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-3390; www.unitytempleneworleans.com — Harriet Stafford leads a weekly prayer and healing service with guided meditation, readings and affirmations. 11 a.m. to noon.

Weekly on Wednesdays.

Realigning Your Energy. Madisonville Library, 1123 Main St., Madisonville, (985) 845-4819; www.sttammany.lib.la.us — Wellness coach Alice Landry leads a workshop on tools and techniques to realign energy to better cope with life’s challenges. Registration recommended; call (985) 8454819. Free admission. 10 a.m. to noon. June 10.

Shamanic Meditation. Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center, 4300 S. Broad St., (504) 596-2660; www.nolalibrary.org — Matthew Ancira leads meditation and Barbara Dupart offers a yoga class the first Saturday of every month. Free admission. 10 a.m. July 1 and Aug. 5.

NUTRITION & WEIGHT LOSS Beneath the Weight Workshops. North Kenner Library, 630 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 736-8730; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Beneath the Weight holds a series of small-group workshops where participants address why they overeat and learn to implement personalized eating habits. For details and to register, visit www.beneaththeweight.org.

Free admission. 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 8, July 22 and July 29.

Eat Fit Cooking Class. Whole Foods Market (www.wholefoods.com) — The Ochsner Eat Fit team presents a free cooking class and grocery store tour. Register at eatfitnola@ gmail.com. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

3420 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Me-tairie, (504) 888-8225, June 15 and July 20; 300 N. Broad St., (504) 434-3364, June 21 and July 26; 5600 Magazine St., (504) 899-9119, June 22 and July 27.

Kick the Sugar Habit. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Health coach Emily Stieber presents a talk titled “Kick the Sugar Habit.”

Free admission. 7 p.m. June 6.

PILATES Jazz Pilates. Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Ave.,

(504) 589-2265; www.nps. gov/jazz — Stephanie Jordan leads a free class incorporating Pilates, dance and jazz. 4 p.m. Weekly on Wednesdays.

Pilates. Annunciation Recreation Center, 800 Race St., (504) 236-7479; www.nordc. org — A weekly Pilates class meets. 10 a.m. Weekly on Tuesdays. A class also meets at Lyons Recreation Center (624 Louisiana Ave.) 6:30 p.m.

Weekly on Mondays.

Pilates at City Park. Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — The museum hosts Pilates classes every fourth Saturday of the month in the sculpture garden. (Classes are held in the museum in inclement weather.) Call (504) 456-5000 for details. Admission $5, free for NOMA and East Jefferson Wellness Center members. 8 a.m. June 24, July 22 and Aug. 26.

PRE-NATAL & POST-PARTUM WORKSHOPS 2020 Postpartum Support Group. ZukaBaby, 5228 Magazine St., (504) 596-6540; www.zukababy.com — New moms and moms-to-be discuss everything postpartum on the second Monday of each month. A licensed counselor participates. 6 p.m.

June 12, July 10 and Aug. 14.

Baby Basics Class. Babies-RUs, 6851 Veterans Memorial

Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8858242; www.babiesrus.com — Ochsner presents a class on baby care during the first six weeks of life. Register online.

6 p.m. to 7 p.m. June 8, July 20 and Aug. 10.

Baby Food-Making Class.

Touro Infirmary, President’s Room, 1401 Foucher St., (504) 897-8500; www.touro.com — The class focuses on the benefits of making baby food and how to add new flavors and combinations as babies age. Call (504) 897-7319 for details. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

July 10.

Breastfeeding Class South Shore. East Jefferson General Hospital, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, (504) 454-4000; www.ejgh.org — The class focuses on helping new mothers and families achieve a successful breastfeeding experience. Bring a sweater and a snack. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 6 and Aug. 1.

Breastfeeding Class Northshore. Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive, Covington, (985) 867-3800; www.lakeviewregional.com — Class topics include the benefits and process of breastfeeding.

Call (985) 867-3900 or visit www.lakeviewregional.com to register. 10 a.m. to noon.

July 15.

Breastfeeding Support Group. East Jefferson General Hospital, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, (504) 454-4000; www.ejgh.org — Lactation experts offer tips to new mothers about breastfeeding, and mothers share

advice with the group. Free admission. 11 a.m. to noon.

June 7, July 5 and Aug. 2.

Child Safety-Seat Fitting Class. East Jefferson General Hospital, Wellness Center, 3601 Houma Blvd., Suite 204, Metairie; www.ejgh.org — Louisiana Passenger Safety Task Force holds a class the third Thursday of every month demonstrating proper installation, seat types and fit. Wellness Center parking lot (3726 Houma Blvd., Metairie). Call (504) 503-7152 for details. 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

June 15, July 20 and Aug. 17.

Childbirth Education Series.

Touro Infirmary, 1401 Foucher St., (504) 897-8500; www. touro.com — The four-week class for parents at least six months into a pregnancy covers labor and delivery, pain management and more.

6 p.m. Weekly on Tuesdays.

Healthy Mom, Healthy Baby.

Touro Infirmary, 1401 Foucher St., (504) 897-8500; www.touro.com — The class focuses on nutrition and wellness for expectant and new mothers.

Free admission. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. June 21 and Aug. 16.

Hypno-Birthing Classes.

Touro Infirmary, 1401 Foucher St., (504) 897-8500; www. touro.com — The five-week course educates pregnant women and their companions about using hypnosis for calmness and pain during birth. Contact (985) 726-9333 ext. 118 or bmiller@mhsfi.org for details. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

July 10.

Infant CPR Class. East Jefferson General Hospital, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, (504) 454-4000; www.ejgh.org — This non-certifying program created by the American Heart Association is for anyone who wants to learn how to give CPR to an infant. CPR basics will be presented by a registered nurse through book and video instruction.

Registration $15. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. June 13.

Lamaze Class. Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive, Covington, (985) 867-3800; www.lakeviewregional.com — The class covers childbirth, relaxation and breathing techniques, signs and symptoms of labor and post-partum care. To register, call (985) 867-3900. 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13 and Aug. 17.

Lamaze Series. East Jefferson General Hospital, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, (504) 454-4000; www.ejgh.org —

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Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive, Covington, (985) 867-3800; www.lakeviewregional.com — The class is for kids ages 3-8 who are big brothers and big sisters to-be.

Children should bring their favorite doll or stuffed animal to use in learning diapering and bundling techniques. Call (985) 8673900 to register. 10 a.m. to noon. June 15.

Tours for Prospective Parents. Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive, Covington, (985) 867-3800; www.lakeviewregional.com — Expecting parents can take tours of the Women’s and Children’s Center the second Saturday of every month. Meet in the third floor visitors’ lounge. For details, call (985) 867-3900 or register online. 10:30 a.m. to noon. June 10, July 8 and Aug. 12.

Tulane-Lakeside Prenatal Class. Tulane-Lakeside Hospital, 4700 South I-10 Service Road West — This prenatal class meets the first Thursday of every month and covers pre-term labor and picking a pediatrician. Participants can tour the hospital. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. July 6 and Aug. 3.

SUPPORT GROUPS Adult Asperger/High-Functioning Autism Monthly Meetup. Rosa F. Keller Library and Community

Center, 4300 S. Broad St., (504) 596-2675; www.nolalibrary.org — Adults on the autism spectrum meet the third Saturday of every month to share resources and fellowship. Email adultaspergersnola@gmail.com for details. 10 a.m. June 17, July 15 and Aug. 19.

Caregiver Support Group.

Jewish Family Service, 3330 W. Esplanade Ave., Suite 603, Metairie, (504) 831-8475; www.jfsneworleans.org — The six-week support group for caregivers discusses the stresses, challenges and rewards of caregiving.

Contact (504) 831-8475, ext. 160 or email katie@ jfsneworleans.org to register. Registration $50. 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Weekly on Tuesdays, through July 25.

Crohn’s and Colitis Support Group. Brent House Hotel, 1512 Jefferson Highway, (504) 842-4140; www.brenthouse.com — Presented by Ochsner, the series of meetings on the last Wednesday of every month is for patients and families affected by Crohn’s Disease and colitis.

For details, call (504) 8423986. 5:30 p.m. June 28, July 26 and Aug. 30.

Grief Support Group. West Jefferson Medical Center, 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero, (504) 347-5511; www.wjmc.org — The Grief Resource Center of the Akula Foundation holds a grief support group twice a month for adults who have

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The childbirth program prepares women and their support person for natural birth. Class series lasts for three consecutive weeks and should be completed by 36 to 37 weeks pregnant.

Registration is $100. 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Weekly on Tuesdays through Aug. 22.

New Baby Support Group.

St. Tammany Hospital’s Parenting Center, 1505 N. Florida St. Suite B, Covington, (985) 898-4435; www.stph.org — The weekly gathering of parents and children focuses on exchanging information and gaining support. Free admission. 11:15 a.m. to noon. Weekly on Thursdays, through July 27.

Newborn Care Class.

Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive, Covington, (985) 867-3800; www.lakeviewregional.com — Class topics include all aspects of newborn baby care, including feeding, diapering, swaddling, safe sleep, SIDS prevention and bathing. To register, call (985) 867-3900 or visit www.lakeviewregional.com. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

July 27.

Prenatal Breastfeeding Class. Touro Infirmary, President’s Room, 1401 Foucher St., (504) 897-8500; www.touro.com — The class teaches expecting mothers the basics of breastfeeding. Free admission. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. June 15, July 20 and Aug. 17.

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experienced the death of a loved one. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

June 7, June 21, July 5, July 19, Aug. 2 and Aug. 16.

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Stroke Support Group. West Jefferson Medical Center, 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero, (504) 347-5511; www.wjmc.org — West Jefferson Neurosciences hosts a support group for stroke survivors and their loved ones on the first Thursday of every month. For details or to RSVP, contact (504) 349-2564. 6 p.m. July 6 and Aug. 3.

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Stroke Survivor and Caregiver Support Group. Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive, Covington, (985) 867-3800; www.lakeviewregional.com — The class provides stroke survivors and caregivers an education-based support group on topics including nutrition, social services, rehab therapy and medical management. Contact (985) 867-3900 for details. 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. June 14 and July 12.

TRAINING SESSIONS ACLS Training. Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive, Covington, (985) 867-3800; www.lakeviewregional.com — The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support class is designed for hospital staff, EMTs and other professionals who respond to cardiovascular emergencies. Call (985) 867-3900 for details. Registration $160, includes course materials. 7:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. June 16 and 7:30 a.m. to noon June 17.

Basic Life Support Workshop for Healthcare Providers.

Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive, Covington, (985) 8673800; www.lakeviewregional.com — The course for health care providers teaches CPR, use of a defibrillator and foreign-body airway obstruction treatment. Call (985) 867-3900 to register. Admission $35, book $20. 8:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

June 7 and June 8.

CPR Basics. West Jefferson Medical Center, 1101 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero, (504) 347-5511; www.wjmc. org — The basic introduction course to CPR is suitable for everyone. Registration $15, couples $25. 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. June 20.

YOGA & TAI CHI Art of Asana Alignment Training. Swan River Yoga Mandir, 2940 Canal St., (504) 301-3134; www.swanriveryoga.com — The three-day training on principles of alignment is for both yoga students and teachers. Visit the website for registration and details.

Aug. 11 through Aug. 13.

Beer Yogis Class. NOLA Brewing Taproom, 3001 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 301-0117; www.nolabrewing.com — The Beer Yogis lead an all-levels yoga class followed with a pint. Registration $25. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. June 12.

Beginning Tai Chi Course.

The Watercourse Way Studio, 432 N. Anthony St., Suite 302, (504) 813-9544; www.taichiclasses- neworleans.com — Mary Lou Bensabat leads a three-month intro to Qi Gong and the traditional Tai Chi Yang style short form on Thursday evenings. Cost is $165. 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Weekly on Thursdays, June 15 through Sept. 7.

Bhakti Class. Swan River Yoga Mandir, 2940 Canal St., (504) 301-3134; www.swanriveryoga.com — The candlelit class focuses on the ritual, philosophy, mythology and mantra of Bhakti yoga. Registration $20. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. June 18.

B.Y.O.M. Lululemon, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 833-5053; lululemon.com — Lululemon holds free bring-your-ownmat yoga classes every Sunday through July. All levels welcome. 10:30 a.m. Weekly on Sundays, through July 30.

Family Flow Yoga.

New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 301-9006; www.phnojm.com — The free yoga class is for kids ages 5-13 and adults. 1:30 p.m.

Weekly on Wednesdays.

Free Spirited Yoga. The Tchoup Yard, 405 Third St., (504) 895-6747 — NOLA Tribe Yoga presents a free weekly yoga class followed by a happy hour. A 3-mile warmup run starts at 5:30 p.m.

Bring ID, yoga mat and water bottle. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Weekly on Wednesdays.

Intermediate Tai Chi Class.

The Watercourse Way Studio, 432 N. Anthony St., Suite 302, (504) 813-9544; www.taichiclassesneworleans.com — Barry Goodman leads an intermediatelevel Tai chi ch’uan Yang style in the Da Liu lineage class on Wednesday nights.

Knowledge of Yang short form is required. Registration $15, first class free. 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Weekly on Wednesdays.

Jazz Yoga. Old U.S. Mint (New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park), 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 589-2265; www.nps.gov/ jazz — Susan Landry leads a free weekly class featuring meditational jazz piano. 10 a.m. Weekly on Saturdays.

Kids’ Yoga Camp. Wild Lotus Yoga, 4842 Perrier St., (504) 899-0047; www.wildlotusyoga.com — The weeklong yoga camp for kids takes place Monday through Friday mornings and has a theme of “The Colors of Yoga.” Kids will learn their own sources of power, stability and creativity. Registration is $125

by July 1, $150 after. 10 a.m. to noon. July 24 through July 28.

Night Yoga. Porter Lyons, 631 Toulouse St., (800) 585-0348; www.porterlyons.com — This sliding-scale yoga class is open to yogis of all levels.

Bring your own mat. Contact (800) 585-0348 or colleen@ porterlyons.com for details.

Suggested donation $10. 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Weekly on Mondays.

Summer Solstice Yoga Class.

Swan River Yoga Mandir, 2940 Canal St., (504) 301-3134; www.swanriveryoga.com — This vigorous sun salutation workshop explores anatomy,

alignment, timing, focused gaze, breath and intention.

Registration $20. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. June 17.

Sunset Yoga. Morning Call, City Park, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 483-9474; www.morningcallcoffeestand.com — Jaiweh yoga hosts a free outdoor yoga class. 6 p.m. Weekly on Tuesdays.

Supported Slow Yoga. Swan River Yoga Mandir, 2940 Canal St., (504) 301-3134; www.swanriveryoga.com — This four-class restorative yoga series offers hands-on assists and the use of props to relax the nervous system.

Admission is $60 for the full series or $17 per class. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Weekly on Thursdays, through July 27.

Tai Chi/Chi Kung. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — Terry Rappold leads the class in the museum’s art galleries.

Call (504) 456-5000 for details. Admission is $5, NOMA members free. 6 p.m. Weekly on Mondays.

Yoga at the Cabildo. Louisiana State Museum Cabildo, 701 Chartres St., (504) 5686968; www.lsm.crt.state.la.us — Yogis of all experience levels practice in the Cabildo gallery. Registration $12. 7:30 a.m. Weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 8:30 a.m.

Weekly on Saturdays.

Yoga Class and Meditation.

Christ Church Cathedral, 2919 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-6602; www.cccnola. org — Katrina Zech leads a yoga class followed by a yoga nidra meditation. Suggested donation $15. 5:30 p.m.

Weekly on Mondays.

Yoga in the Garden. Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 4885488; www.longuevue.com — Project Peaceful Warriors presents an all-levels yoga class for kids and adults.

Suggested donation $10, includes garden tour. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. June 18.

Yoga in the Park. Audubon Park, 6500 Magazine St., (504) 581-4629; www.auduboninstitute.org — Jaiweh yoga hosts a free outdoor yoga class. 8:30 a.m. Weekly on Tuesdays.

Yoga, Meditation and Music.

Unity of New Orleans Spiritual Center, 3722 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-3390; www.unitytempleneworleans.com — Katrina Zech leads a yoga class followed by music and meditation. $15 suggested donation. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Weekly on Saturdays. She also leads the same weekly class at Christ Church Cathedral (2919 St. Charles Ave., 504-895-6602; www.cccnola.org). 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Weekly on Mondays.

Yoga Social Club. Mandeville

Wharf at Crescent Park, 1008 N. Peters St.; www.nola.gov/ city/crescent-park — Lululemon Athletica New Orleans holds free yoga classes taught by a rotating cast of local yoga teachers.

Bring a yoga mat, towel and water. 5:45 p.m. Weekly on Thursdays.

Yoganatomy Workshop.

Swan River Yoga Mandir, 2940 Canal St., (504) 301-3134; www.swanriveryoga.com — John DeMahy leads a weekend workshop linking the basic systems and structure of the body to yoga practice.

Registration $220. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. July 14, and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. July 15.

Yoga at City Park. Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — The New Orleans Museum of Art hosts yoga classes the first three Saturdays of every month in the Sydney and Walda Bestoff Sculpture Garden. Classes are held in the museum in inclement weather. Call (504) 456-5000 for details.

Admission $5, free for NOMA members and East Jefferson Wellness Center members. 8 a.m. June 3, June 10, June 17, July 1, July 8, July 15, July 29, Aug. 5, Aug. 12 and Aug. 19.

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