Qi Gong
In traditional Chinese culture, the circulation of blood and vital energies can decrease as one ages, causing stiffness in the body and other potential health issues. This class will focus on simple, yet effective Qi Gong exercises to re-establish strong circulation and retrain the nervous system while improving range of movement, balance, and reinvigorating all major body systems, creating a general sense of well-being. This class can be done standing or seated in a chair, all levels welcome. Instructor: Jerry Costello has been practicing Qi Gong and Tai Chi for 15 years and began teacher training 3 years ago. His primary focus is in using Qi practices for healing, meditation, and elevating the spirit.
Qi Gong - September
42514 |WEST | Wednesdays, September 3 - 24 | 11:15 a.m. – Noon | No Fee (4 classes)
Qi Gong - October
43674 |WEST | Wednesdays, October 1 - 29 | 11:15 a.m. – Noon | No Fee (5 classes)
Qi Gong - November
43675 | WEST | Wednesdays, November 5 - 19 | 11:15 a.m. – Noon | No Fee (3 classes)
Qi Gong - December
43676 | WEST | Wednesdays, December 3 - 17 | 11:15 a.m. – Noon | No Fee (3 classes)
Strength and Alignment
Using breath for increased self-awareness, this chair fitness class focuses on body alignment to increase bone density without injury by using resistance training with hand-held weights, resistance bands and isometric exercises using balls. Core strength is emphasized in all movements. This class includes a cardiovascular warm-up, a relaxing cool-down, and constant attention to balance. Exercises can be done standing or seated in a chair, all levels welcome. Instructors: Jillian Schloffel (Mondays) and Judy Kreith (Wednesdays)
Strength and Alignment Mondays – September
42552 | WEST | Mondays, September 8 - 29 | 11 – 11:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40
Strength and Alignment Mondays – October
42553 | WEST | Mondays, October 6 - 27 | 11 – 11:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Strength and Alignment Mondays – November
42554 | WEST | Mondays, November 3 - 24 | 11 – 11:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Strength and Alignment Mondays – December
42648 | WEST | Mondays, December 1 – 29 | 11 – 11:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $40/$50 (5 classes)
Strength and Alignment Wednesdays – September
42555 | WEST | Wednesdays, September 3 - 24 | 10:15 – 11 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Strength and Alignment Wednesdays – October
42556 | WEST | Wednesdays, October 1 – 29 | 10:15 – 11 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $40/$50 (5 classes)
Strength and Alignment Wednesdays - November
42557 | WEST | Wednesdays, November 5 – 26 | 10:15 – 11 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Strength and Alignment Wednesdays - December
42649 | WEST | Wednesdays, December 3 – 17 | 10:15 – 11 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $24/$32 (3 classes, NO Class 12/24, or 12/31)
Chair Yoga and Balance Series
This class brings together postures and techniques of yoga with the support of a chair. Participants will work together on seated postures, balancing and more. All levels of experience welcome. Instructor: Peter Michaelsen
Chair Yoga Mondays – September
42545 | WEST | Mondays, September 8 – 29 | 10 – 10:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Chair Yoga Mondays - October
42546 | WEST | Mondays, October 6 - 27 | 10 – 10:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
Chair Yoga Mondays - November
42550 | WEST | Mondays, November 3 - 24 (4 classes) | 10 – 10:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40
Chair Yoga Mondays - December
42646 | WEST | Mondays, December 1 - 29 (5 classes) | 10 – 10:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $40/$50
Chair Yoga Fridays - September
42547 | WEST | Fridays, September 12 – 26 | 10 – 10:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $24/$30 (3 classes, NO class Sept. 5)
Chair Yoga Fridays - October
42548 | WEST | Fridays, October 3 – 31 | 10 – 10:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $40/$50 (5 classes)
Chair Yoga Fridays - November
42549 | WEST | Fridays, November 7 – 21 | 10 – 10:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $24/$30 (3 classes, NO class November 28)
Chair Yoga Fridays - December
42647 | WEST | Fridays, December 5 – 26 | 10 – 10:45 a.m. | Fees: R/NR $32/$40 (4 classes)
T’ai Chi Level 1: Beginning
42558 | EAST | Tuesdays, September 16 – December 9 | Noon – 1 p.m. | Fees: R/NR $99/$124 (11 classes, NO class November 11 or 25)
Learn and review the basics, including breath, mental focus, postural awareness and correct mechanics of each move. Attention is given to relaxation, mind-body connection, and the first third of the 37-posture Yang short form. The instructor has given full permission for participants to photograph or video each new, weekly move as long as it is for personal use. Instructor: Steve Arney
T’ai Chi Level II: Intermediate
42559 | EAST | Tuesdays, September 9 – December 9 | 1:15 – 2:15 p.m. |Fees: R/NR $108/$135 (12 classes, NO class November 11 or 25)
This class expands on what was learned in Level I Beginning class by continuing with the 37-posture Yang short form. Students must have completed Level I or been given instructor approval to enroll at this level. Instructor: Steve Arney
T’ai Chi Level III: Advanced
42560 | EAST |Fridays, September 12 – December 12 | 9:45 – 10:45 a.m. |Fees: R/NR $117/$146 (13 classes, NO class November 28)
The Level III Advanced class will review and complete the entire 37-posture Yang short form. Students must have completed Level II or been given instructor approval to enroll at this level. Instructor: Steve Arney
Feldenkrais: Move With Ease – Mat Based Series
The Feldenkrais Method® of somatic education uses gentle movement and directed attention to help people learn new and more effective ways of living. Increase ease and range of motion, improve flexibility and coordination, and rediscover an innate capacity for graceful and efficient movement. By improving quality of movement, unnecessary muscular tensions throughout the body can reorganize and release. Participants will walk, stand, or sit in a chair, and also lie on the floor in a variety of comfortable positions on the back, front, or side. Participants must be able to get up and down from a mat safely to join this series. Instructor: Gil Kelly personally trained with Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, and has been teaching the Feldenkrais Method for 40 years.
September – October Series
42507 | EAST | Tuesdays, September 9 – October 14 (6 classes) | 3 – 4 p.m. | Fee: R/NR $60/$75
November – December Series
42617 | EAST | Tuesdays, November 4 – December 16 (6 classes, NO class November 11) | 3 – 4 pm | Fee: R/NR $60/$75