Beginning Yoga (Hatha)

Yoga is an ancient practice from India that develops a balance of physical strength and flexibility and promotes evenness of mind. This class is an introduction to basic postures, meditation, and breathing techniques with a focus on unifying breath with movement. Revered for its medicinal benefits, yoga can be practiced by people of all abilities with safe and healthy results.

Beginning Yoga (Hatha)

Yoga is an ancient practice from India that develops a balance of physical strength and flexibility and promotes evenness of mind. This class is an introduction to basic postures, meditation, and breathing techniques with a focus on unifying breath with movement. Revered for its medicinal benefits, yoga can be practiced by people of all abilities with safe and healthy results.

Beginning T'ai Chi

T'ai chi is a slow movement exercise that stimulates energy (chi). This course introduces the Yang-style form, which includes a sequential pattern of movements that builds strength and flexibility, increases internal energy, and promotes a peaceful feeling in body and mind.Two sections; one the first half of the semester and one, the second half of the semester.

Beginning T'ai Chi

T'ai chi is a slow movement exercise that stimulates energy (chi). This course introduces the Yang-style form, which includes a sequential pattern of movements that builds strength and flexibility, increases internal energy, and promotes a peaceful feeling in body and mind.Two sections; one the first half of the semester and one, the second half of the semester.

Bon Odori

This course focuses on a Japanese Buddhist folk dance performed outdoors and danced in a concentric circle around a raised platform. It is celebrated as a reminder of the gratefulness one should feel toward one's ancestors. From this dance of joy comes Bon Odori, a time in which ancestors and their sacrifices are remembered and appreciated. Through studying the dance, students will understand its intentions: remembering and appreciating who you are and where you come from.

Fitness for Life

Explains the purpose of physical exercise to enable each student to evaluate her own level of fitness and design a personalized exercise program that will be beneficial throughout life. Topics include cardiovascular endurance, nutrition, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, weight management, and stress management. Half lecture, half activity. Required text and examination.
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