LIVING LIFE TO THE FULL FOR OLDER ADULTS
50 YRS+
This 8-week program helps manage mood and worry. You will learn practical strategies to deal with feelings when you feel fed up, worried or feeling hopeless. There are ways to help improve these feelings by learning some new techniques to manage life’s challenges. This insightful approach teaches that all the things we experience, think, feel, and do are interconnected. Using Cognitive Behavioral Principles, participants will learn how to reverse negative habits and develop new processes to rebuild happiness. Monterey Recreation Centre Canadian Mental Health Association Sep 21-Nov 9 W 1:00-2:30pm $30/8 142703
MINDS IN MOTION
50 YRS+
Minds in Motion® is a fitness and social program for people living with any form of early-stage dementia along with a family member, friend or other care partner. The program is offered in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of B.C. Gentle exercises are followed by social activities designed to be enjoyed in pairs. Care partners must attend. Safety protocols will be in place. Call Tara at 778-746-2019 for more info. Monterey Recreation Centre Alzheimer Society Of B.C. Sep 22-Oct 20 Th 1:30-3:00pm $42/5 143037 Nov 3-Dec 15 Th 1:30-3:00pm $59/7 143038
TAI CHI TAI CHI FOR HEALTH, MIND AND ENERGY
19 YRS+
Join kinesiologist, Coach Gabriel Shaw in learning the basics of Tai Chi to enhance your physical, mental, and spiritual health. You’ll leave with better balance, flexibility and mental focus and develop tools to manage pain and reduce stress. Neighbourhood Learning Centre Sep 21-Oct 26 W 9:30-10:30am Nov 2-Dec 7 W 9:30-10:30am
Gabriel Shaw $69/6 142927 $69/6 142928
NOTICE MONTEREY MEMBERSHIP Monterey Members receive a 15% savings on courses listed with an ‘M’ symbol. For more information on becoming a Monterey Member, see page 12.
YOGA THERAPEUTIC AND RELAXATION YOGA HATHA YOGA - BEGINNERS 50+
Hatha Yoga is a gentle and effective way to relieve stress, as well as improve flexibility, balance, circulation, concentration, and eliminate tension. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Participants need to be able to get up and down from the floor. Monterey Recreation Centre Sep 19-Oct 31 M 9:00-10:15am Sep 23-Oct 28 F 9:00-10:15am Nov 4-Dec 16 F 9:00-10:15am Nov 7-Dec 19 M 9:00-10:15am
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Christine Balinski M $74/6 142589 M $49/4 142592 M $74/6 142593 M $86/7 142591
GENTLE HATHA YOGA INTERMEDIATE
50 YRS+
This class will focus on improving flexibility and will help to strengthen all systems of the body. Emphasis will be on chakras, meridian alignment, and proper posture. One year prior yoga experience required. Monterey Recreation Centre Sep 20-Oct 25 T 9:30-11:00am Nov 1-Dec 13 T 9:30-11:00am
Meah Wojno M $89/6 142582 M $104/7 142585
HATHA STRETCH
19 YRS+
Hatha Stretch is an opportunity to stretch, unwind, and release tension. This therapeutic class provides a good counterpoint to busy lives and cardio workouts. Participants will learn the science of alignment throughout this thoughtful practice. In this series, you will experience the joy of stretching, the peace of balance, and the stillness of mind. Participants must be able to get up and down from the floor. Monterey Recreation Centre Veronika Prielozna Nov 7-Dec 19 M 6:00-7:30pm $105/7 142657
WELLNESS YOGA
19 YRS+
Brings a slow, fluid dynamic into your life by practicing a full spectrum of yoga. It is a transformational yoga, program that holds the potential to enhance our life for good. If you see a “change and self-growth” and you don’t know where to begin, this program is for you. Your desire and active, active engagement in the classes along with recommended yoga-at-home will create a stepping stone on your path to self-discovery. Monterey Recreation Centre Veronika Prielozna Nov 9-Dec 14 W 6:00-7:00pm $90/6 147776
STRENGTH & FITNESS BASED YOGA4STRENGTH MODERATE
19 YRS+
Join Melissa Krieger for Yoga4Strength, a fun fusion class that combines yoga, strength training, balance, and core work. The beginning of the class is a slow warm up, followed by a full body strength training program, and finishing with a gentle yoga cool down. Monterey Recreation Centre Sep 21-Oct 26 W 4:30-6:00pm Nov 9-Dec 14 W 4:30-6:00pm
30
50 YRS+
Bloom Yoga $89/6 142993 $89/6 142994
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