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Integral Life Yoga
Sundays, July 13, 20, and 27, 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
Freia Ramsey
Would you like to integrate yoga into your life in a more meaningful way? Do you want a home yoga practice that will help you start your day by warming your body, expanding your breath, focusing your mind, and bringing you into the present moment? If so, please join us for a Sunday morning yoga asana, pranayama and meditation practice that will help you integrate breath and body, and bring greater awareness and clarity of mind, as well as build a strong and flexible body. Our focus on these basic goals of yoga will empower you to lead a happier and more meaningful life. We will create an individual home practice for each person in the class based on your unique emotional, physical and spiritual needs. $36 for series of three classes. For more info or to register, contact Freia at 975-5138.
Skin Care Options
Monday, July 14, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Carol Swenson
What is the non-surgical face lift? Is it something you need? Come to this free informational seminar to find out! Topics include Microcurrent Face Lift, Moisturizers, and a Swedish Beauty Secret you can use at home to exfoliate your beautiful skin! Carol Swenson, LE, LMT, CMT has 15 years of experience in the industry and is a former educator for Bio-Therapeutic in Seattle. Bio-Therapeutic is a leading Innovator in Microcurrent Technologies in Esthetics and Medical Applications. FREE. Please RSVP with Carol by calling her at 327-1239, or click here to email her.
Biofeedback for Relaxation
Sunday, August 24, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Ann Baldwin, PhD
Learn about the basic principles of biofeedback and discover how biofeedback can be used to visualize your heart's oscillations as you experience a full breath. Observe a demonstration of the use of fingertip biofeedback sensors to change breathing and heart rate and bring one back to a state of harmonic balance. Equipment will be available to try out yourself. Ann Baldwin, PhD is a Professor of physiology and psychology at the University of Arizona as well as a Reiki Master; one of her research goals is to bridge the gap between energy healing and quantitative scientific inquiry. Please see www.mind-body-science.com or call Ann at 795-4048 for more information. FREE. Pre-registration requested.
Breathing for Fitness and Health
Wednesday, August 27, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Robert Litman
You expect breathing to be easy! But for anyone faced with the challenges of asthma, allergies, snoring, sleep apnea, anxiety, panic attacks, or fatigue, the act of BREATHING is hard work. Learn from a certified Buteyko practitioner why this physician-developed, clinically-proven breath retraining method works and how you can make simple changes that immediately improve health. For those with breath-related concerns and those just interested in mastering the art of breathing from a deep place. Robert Litman has worked in health and health education since 1988, teaching anatomy and physiology as well as maintaining a private practice in movement and breath education. Please see www.asthmafreearizona.com and www.buteyko.info or call Robert at 326-9775 for more information. FREE. Pre-registration requested.
Introduction to Reiki
Sunday, September 7, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Ann Baldwin, PhD
Join Ann Baldwin, PhD, Usui Reiki Master, for an introduction to Reiki. Reiki is a Japanese name consisting of 2 words Rei and Ki meaning universal life energy, an energy that animates us all and is found all around us. Reiki helps to harmonize body, mind and spirit and can reduce the debilitating effects of stress. During this introductory seminar, you will learn about Reiki; what it is, how it was developed, and how scientific experiments demonstrate that Reiki’s effects on the body are beneficial and measurable. If any of you want to experience a Reiki session, or learn how to perform Reiki yourself, there will be an opportunity to sign up for personal sessions and group workshops. Ann Baldwin, PhD is a Professor of physiology and psychology at the University of Arizona as well as a Reiki Master. Please see www.mind-body-science.com or call Ann at 795-4048 for more information. FREE. Pre-registration requested.
NEWS FLASH: Ann was featured on KUAT's Arizona Illustrated in late July. Click here to view the video clip online.
Am I Hungry? Weight Management Workshop
Mondays, September 15 through November 10, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Meets eight times over nine weeks (skips Sept. 29)
Meli Horowitz, BSN, MS, RN
NEVER diet again! We'll show you how. This unique non-diet approach may be the answer you've been searching for! The Am I Hungry? Weight Management Workshops combine the benefits of this innovative non-diet approach with the interaction, motivation and support of a group. You'll learn to be in charge of your eating instead of feeling out of control, how to eat the foods you love without overeating or guilt, how to increase your metabolism and how to eat healthier without depriving yourself. This workshop runs for eight consecutive Thursday evenings. Meli Horowitz is a Registered Nurse who has also completed training as a Health and Wellness Coach with the American College of Sports Medicine. Meli found the Am I Hungry?® method so successful in her own life that she was inspired to become a licensed workshop facilitator. For more information or to reserve your place at the workshop, call Meli at 323-0737 or click here to e-mail her.
Therapeutic Group for Women from Not-So-Functional Families
Tentative start date: Tuesday, September 9, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Continues on alternating Tuesdays for eight sessions
Kandy Hirsch, MA, LAC
The purpose of this group is to create a safe healing community for women to explore the landscape of our inner lives. Regular participation is encouraged but not required during the summer. Join us in healing old wounds and finding ways to effectively work with feelings and old habitual patterns. The goal of the group is to empower each participant with personal skills to allow you the freedom to make new choices in response to your life and your relationships. Facilitated by Kandy Hirsch of Turning Points Therapy, a licensed therapist with a master's degree in counseling psychology; Kandy uses expressive arts psychotherapy and psychodrama as well as self-relations psychotherapy to foster a new awareness with which to move forward in the world. For more information, please call Kandy at 904-3763 or click here to email her.
