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Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi
with Audrey McGee
Tai Chi Qigong Shibashi is a combination of Tai Chi and Qigong that helps build posture and balance, muscle tone and a healthy range of movement without putting stress on the joints. Regular practice of the 18 forms supports health and vitality, calms the mind and improves breathing.
Living Well with Chronic Pain
with Vicki Foster
When you’re in pain, it can be hard to focus on anything else. Stop letting pain pause your life! This six-week program explores how healthy eating, gentle-movement exercises and balancing activity and rest can help improve your quality of life. This class is open to adults who have chronic pain and caregivers. The group participates by Zoom and class materials are sent to your home.
A Matter of Balance
with Emily Michaud & Ze'ev Shames
A fear of falling can keep you from living your life to the fullest. The good news is that falls can be predictable and preventable. Our eight-session class will teach you strategies to reduce falling risks, increase activity and live your life again. You’ll also learn home modifications to make falls less likely and practice exercises to increase strength and balance.
Confidence to Quit
with Emily Michaud
Quitting tobacco is hard, but help is available. Whether you’re ready to quit, thinking about it or exploring options, this workshop offers a welcoming space to learn more. Discover the physical, emotional and financial benefits of quitting, learn about effective medications and how to access them and reflect on your personal reasons and triggers for tobacco use. Gain practical strategies, resources and encouragement to help you or a loved one take the first step toward becoming tobacco-free.
Tai Chi for Inner & Outer Balance - Part 1
with Akiba Mermey
Discover your inner balance while practicing your physical balance. Based on the principles of Tai Chi for Health and Balance, this class further explores how focusing on physical balance through slow, continuous movements can help to cultivate peace and balance in all aspects of life.
Experience the benefits of increased strength, reduced joint pain and mental clarity in this program.
Tai Chi for Inner & Outer Balance - Part 2
with Akiba Mermey
If you’ve completed Tai Chi for Health and Balance – Part 1 and are ready to expand your practice, this program is for you! Enhance your knowledge and skills of the Tai Chi forms while further exploring how focusing on physical balance helps to create balance inside and out.
(Note: Completion of Tai Chi for Health and Balance – Part 1 is required to participate in this program.)
Freedom From Smoking
with Emily Michaud
Quitting isn’t easy – but it’s easier with the right help. The American Lung Association’s Freedom From Smoking® program gives you tools to overcome tobacco addiction and quit for good! It features a step-by-step plan for quitting, with each session designed to help you gain control.
National Diabetes Prevention Program
with Ze'ev Shames
Being at risk for type 2 diabetes can be scary, but small lifestyle changes can make a big difference. Join the National Diabetes Prevention Program to learn how to eat healthier, increase activity, lower your blood sugar and improve your overall health. You gain a year of support within a group setting along with a dedicated lifestyle coach. Don’t miss your chance for encouragement and to meet others trying to live healthier, just like you. This class meets weekly for 16 weeks, then twice a month for the rest of the year.