Please call 651-257-7957 to register for these classes.
Come explore activities and classes that involve all of who you are: physically, emotionally, intellectually, vocationally, socially, and spiritually. If you would like to share your expertise or passion on a topic, please let us know! Classes are free unless noted.
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| Weight Loss for Optimal Health |
| with Carrie Zvonar, 257-3914 |
| Carrying excess body fat contributes to many chronic health conditions, such as high blood pressure and diabetes. Excess weight also places an extra burden on the joints and contributes to pain and inflammation. The loss of muscle tissue that occurs with aging can be reversed, and this contributes to better health. |
| Location: Renewal Center |
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| Arthritis Class |
| with Chris Kissner, 651-257-7956 |
| This is a program designed to allow you to share experiences with others who may have arthritis, or fibromyalgia. We will discuss the latest pain management techniques, how to manage fatigue and stress, ways to deal with anger, fear, frustration and depression, exercise, and nutrition in arthritis management. |
| Location: Club Room |
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| Alzheimer's and Memory Loss Support |
| with Heidi LaMeyer, 651-257-7332 |
| This is co-sponsored with the Alzheimer’s Ass. of Minnesota-North Dakota. It provides a relaxed, confidential atmosphere where fellow caregivers can exchange experiences, methods of dealing with unique problems, and the latest information about available services and medical research. |
| Location: Club Room |
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| Parkinson's Support Group |
| with Stacie Wheeler, 651-257-0575 |
| This is co-sponsored with the American Parkinson Disease Ass. The group provides educational materials and support for people and families affected by Parkinson’s disease. |
| Location: Learning Annex |
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| Knit & Stitch Group |
| Fun with "finger exercise" |
| Come and join us for fun, food, (bring your own lunch) and “finger exercise”. If you don’t have a project, come and we will get you started on one. |
| Location: Club Room |
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| Juicing for Vitality |
| with Peter Wilson of Makers Healthy Market, 257-8000 |
| Learn how to create live drinks that will energize you. Learn the do's and don'ts to mixing a great glass. Is there still a jig in your step? Breakfast smoothies are important to get started for the day. Plan to have some fun; this will be a hands-on class with taste testing. |
| Location: Renewal Center |
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| Joy of Being: T'ai Chi Chih |
with Dorcas Hueners
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| 20 simple, repetitive non-strenuous movements, which can be performed by anyone, regardless of age or physical condition. T’ai Chi Chih promotes relaxation, serenity, improved flexibility, stamina, balance, circulation, vision, control of weight and blood pressure, and strengthened joints and bones. It is a set of movements completely focused on the development of energy, called Chi. |
| Location: Renewal Center |
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| What is Chi? |
| with Becky Myrick |
| Come explore your body from the perspective of energy! How does Healing Touch, as used in many hospitals and clinics, affect our body? Studies have shown that it reduces pain, anxiety, depression, and stress. It supports you body’s natural ability to heal. |
| Location: Renewal Center |
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| Massage with Candace |
| Register to receive an inexpensive 10 or 20 minute massage to maintain your body. Stress is reduced and the relaxation response is induced. Aaahhhh… |
| Location: Massage Therapy Room |
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| Vitalize! Lifestyle Book Club |
| with Patricia Montgomery |
| We will choose one book from several options on health and wellness. Come and help decide the topic! Bring a bag lunch and prepare for interesting conversation! |
| Location: Club Room |
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| Watsu in the Pool |
| with Jeff Belisle, 715-554-0714 |
| Watsu is a form of aquatic body work that moves, floats and stretches the receiver in the warm water. The floating in water eliminates the pull of gravity and takes weight off the vertebrae, allowing the spine and whole body to be moved in ways impossible on land. |
| Location: Renewal Center |
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| Movies for your Body, Mind, Heart & Spirit |
Matinee and Evening.
You Can Heal Your Life by Louise L. Hay – an inspirational movie about health and healing. For more than 25 years she has assisted millions of people in discovering the full potential of their own creative powers for personal growth and self-healing. Bring a beverage and snacks! Conversation will follow! |
| Location: Renewal Center |
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