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Please bring a yoga mat to class. Mats are not provided.

ONE DAY WORKSHOPS

Tai Chi Workshop - Introduction to Moving for Better Balance
Correct Practice of Tai Chi forms can improve posture, flexibility and balance. This workshop will cover, the history of Tai Chi, warm up exercises, learning forms, step by step teaching methods, improving your own Tai Chi skills and precautions for people with medical conditions. Held at River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. Instructor: Suman Barkhas or another instructor from the Eugene Tai Chi & Yoga Center.
1/14 . . . Sa . . . 3-5p
Adult: $25 . . . . . . Senior: $20

Workshop: Introduction to Meditation "Why Meditate?"
This workshop will cover the benefits of mediation, how brain waves impact meditation, mediation and chakra, and meditation tips and food for mediation. Class held at River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. Instructor: Suman Barkhas or another instructor from the Eugene Tai Chi & Yoga Center.
2/11 . . . Sa . . . 3-5pm
Adult: $25 . . . . . . Senior: $20

Workshop: Introduction to Yoga Therapy
What is yoga therapy? Working with individuals one-on-one, you will develop an individualized treatment plan based upon uptake of information, involvements of passive or active participation and hands on treatments used in alignment and adjustments. Treatment options include breathing practices, poses yoga inquiry, lifestyle recommendations, home practice suggestions and support, goal setting and meditation. Class held at River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. Suman Barkhas or another instructor from the Eugene Tai Chi & Yoga Center.
3/10 . . . Sa . . . 3-5p
Adult: $25 . . . . . . Senior: $20

Chair Yoga senior

Chair Yoga is a great option for those who find it hard to get up and down from the floor. Yoga helps reduce pain, stretches and relaxes the body, and calms the mind. The poses will be adapted as much as possible for specific individual challenges. The main goal in this class is to stretch and relax the whole body and to have fun doing it. Held at River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. This class is co-sponsored by River Road Park and the Successful Aging Institute at Lane Community College.
1/10-3/13 . . . Tu . . . 2-3p . . . Hotaling
1/12-3/15 . . . Th . . . 10-11a . . . Morgan
Adult: $40/Senior: $32

Gentle Yoga For Seniors senior

A gentle form of Hatha Yoga that combines easy stretches with conscious breathing and focus within. You will leave every class with a smile. Class is structured for all levels of ability.
Instructor: Joan Dobbie.
1/9-3/16 . . . MWF . . . 8-9a
1/9-3/16 . . . MWF . . . 9-10a
Adult: $60 ID/$70 OD . . . Senior: $50 ID/$60 OD

Hatha Yoga for Women

Come to renew, enlighten, rejoice, strengthen, detoxify, relieve stress, and connect to ourselves and the world around us. The act of practicing asanas (yoga postures) builds inner and outer strength, increases flexibility, strengthens the immune system, improves balance and focus, increases energy, and calms the mind. Improve your quality of life. Leave rejuvenated and relaxed, with a deep overall sense of peace and wellbeing, enabling us to lead a more balanced and joyful life. Instructor: Blair Girard
1/10-3/15 . . . TuTh . . . 9:30-10:45a
Adult: $60 ID/$70 OD . . . Senior: $50 ID/$60 OD

Yoga & Stress Management

Stress management means optimizing ones energy levels. Yoga postures and deep relaxation rebalances the system. The focus is on relaxation, stress management, flexibility, stamina and strength. Techniques can be used daily. Practical meditation tips on improving concentration, mental focus and preparing for presentations included. Held at River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. No class on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
Instructor: Blair Girard.
1/12- 3/20 . . . TuTh . . . 6-7p
Adult: $45 ID/$55 OD . . . Senior: $36 ID/$45 OD

Hatha Yoga / Hypnomeditation

This class provides two hours of connecting with yourself and the source of your being through positive use of body and mind. Practice yoga postures for body awareness, health, deep and relaxing your body and mind. Hypno-meditation guides the mind using creative imagery and positive suggestions, evoking the healing response from within. Class held at the River Road Annex, 1055 River Rd.
Instructor: Lorilynn Imbler, DD, CHT.
1/11-2/29 . . . W . . . 4-6p
1/11-2/29 . . . W . . . 7-9p
Adult: $45 ID/$55 OD . . . Senior: $36 ID/$44 OD
Drop-in: $7

Plus Size Yoga

Gentle, yet dynamic, flowing yoga for those with larger bodies who want to increase flexibility, strength, balance and deep relaxation in a supportive environment. Anyone, of any size, can benefit from yoga movement, beginning right where you are and moving forward, step by step. This class is co-sponsored by River Road Park and the Successful Aging Institute at LCC. Class held at River Road Annex, 1055 River Road.
Instructor: Judith Sumitra Burton.
1/7-3/10 . . . Sa . . . 10-11a
Adult: $40 . . . . . . Senior: $32

Yoga Flow in Santa Clara

Yoga Flow synchronizes the breath with the movement of the body. Flow from one pose to the next following the internal rhythm of the breath. Yoga Flow realigns the spine, detoxifies the body, strengthens the core, and builds strength, flexibility and stamina. Students will learn to refine postures and move beyond the limitations of the body and mind. All levels welcome. Class held at Spring Creek Elementary School 560 Irvington. Instructor: Glenda King.
1/10-3/15 . . . TuTh . . . 6-7:15p . . . $55

Yoga Flow at River Road Park

Yoga Flow synchronizes the breath with the movement of the body. Flow from one pose to the next following the internal rhythm of the breath. Yoga Flow realigns the spine, detoxifies the body, strengthens the core, and builds strength, flexibility and stamina. Students will learn to refine postures and move beyond the limitations of the body and mind. All levels
welcome. Instructor: Glenda King.
1/9-3/14 . . . MW . . . 9-10:15a
Adult: $55 ID/$65 OD . . . Senior: $45 ID/$55 OD
2/4-3/24 . . . Sa . . . 9:30-10:45
Adult: $23 ID/$28 OD . . . Senior: $18 ID/$23 OD

Yoga

In this class students will learn how to move from one posture to the next while simultaneously connecting breath with movement. Participants will learn various breathing, relaxation, and meditation techniques, and postures (seated, supine, and standing). Students will be able to perform a basic beginning or intermediate yoga practice on their own outside of class. Class held at the River Road Annex, 1055 River Rd
Instructor: Christine Hotaling.
1/20-3/23 . . . Fr . . . 5:30 – 7pm
Adult: $50 ID/$60 OD . . . Senior: $40 ID/$50 OD
No class on 2/24.

Tai Chi For Balance 1 senior

Level 1. Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese form of exercise. It's slow, graceful, rhythmic movements combined with natural breathing is invigorating and improves health. Tai Chi is great for improving balance and preventing falls. This class is designed for those with no Tai Chi experience. Held at the River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. Instructor: Suman Barkhas.
1/11-3/28 . . . W . . . 11a-12p
Adult: $32 ID/$40 OD . . . Senior: $26 ID/$32 OD
No class on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

Tai Chi For Balance 2 senior

Level 2. Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese form of exercise. Its' slow, graceful, rhythmic movements combined with natural breathing is invigorating and improves health. Tai Chi is great for improving balance and preventing falls. Practicing Tai Chi is easy, low-impact and is fun. This class is designed for those beginners with some Tai Chi experience. Held at the River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. No class on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Instructor: Suman Barkhas.
1/11-3/28 . . . W . . . 10-11a
Adult: $32 ID/$40 OD . . . Senior: $26 ID/$32 OD
No class on the 4th Wednesday of each month.

Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance

Level 1. This 8-form Tai Chi derived from traditional 24-form set is based on scientific studies and is designed to help improve balance and prevent falls. All movements adhere to fundamental principles of Tai Chi: involving weight-bearing and nonweight- bearing stances, good body alignment and coordinated movements with the inhale/exhale breathing cycle. Movements are taught in sets which can be performed separately and linked to form a sequential routine. Held at River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. Instructor: Don Hildenbrand.
1/13-3/16 . . . F . . . 10-11a
Adult: $30 ID/$36 OD . . . Senior: $24 ID/$30 OD

Tai Chi: Qigong & Yang Tai Chi

Level 2. Yang Tai Chi is a meditation art intended to promote the smooth flow of Chi (life force) throughout the body. Tai Chi is excellent for balance, flexibility, endurance, cardio-vascular efficiency and muscle strength. It helps with arthritis and other problems associated with aging. The easy 24-movement Yang form is taught along with meditation sets based on the form and the Tai Chi Chi Kung 13-movement set. The Tai Chi ruler movement sets are also explored. Held at the River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. Instructor: Don Hildenbrand.
1/13-3/16 . . . F . . . 11a-12p
Adult: $30 ID/$36 OD . . . Senior: $24 ID/$30 OD

Tai Chi Sword for Health & Fitness

Level 3. Tai Chi Sword combined with Qigong (Internal Work)and Tai Chi principles improve strength and fitness. Good foroverall health, joint flexibility, and cardio-vascular functions. Emphasis is on meditation. Movements are slow and easy toperform. Learn the short, medium and long forms. Sword forms are based on Yang and Chen Styles of Tai Chi. Light Tai Chi wood practice swords are used in preparation for the eventual use of traditional metal swords. Held at the River Road Annex, 1055 River Road. Instructor: Don Hildenbrand.
1/13-3/16 . . . F . . . 12-1pa
Adult: $30 ID/$36 OD . . . Senior: $24 ID/$30 OD