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Health & Wellness

Women ’ s Self-Defense Seminar NEW ! This seminar will help participants acquire the strategies and skills necessary to protect themselves from assault situations common to females . A strong emphasis will be placed on empowering the mind , which is vitally important to end an attack effectively . Come yourself how this seminar will give you the selfconfidence and extraordinary power to stand up to any threatening situation and , ultimately , prevail . Jeff Wood
Date : Wed , Jan 24 Time : 6:00 – 8:30 pm Cost : $ 29 Class : AEW2 Location : Skyview MS , Cafeteria
Anxiety or ANXIETY !?
We all feel anxious at times . It ’ s a normal human emotion . When anxiety gets the better of us or becomes a daily state of being , however , we must closely examine why . ACE Health Coach Mia Bremer has years of experience coaching people living with mental health disorders and , as a personal trainer , also knows that the mind and body work together . Mia Bremer
Date : Wed , Jan 31 Time : 1:00 – 2:30 pm Cost : $ 25 Class : AEW3 Location : Gladstone CC , 105
What Doctors Can ’ t Tell You About Breast Cancer
Join us for an energy-healing perspective regarding Women ’ s Breast care , specifically breast cancer . Learn about why the body gets breast cancer and what you can do to help prevent and support your body through the disease and after . For patients and their support people . Susan Schultz & Denise Gunderson
Date : Mon , Mar 25 Time : 5:30 – 7:30 pm Cost : $ 15 Class : AEW6 Location : Healing Waters Health Center
Acupressure & Other Tools for Women 35 + – online
Acupressure is an ancient healing art that can offer significant relief , with no side effects , from symptoms such as hot flashes , mood swings , bloating , headaches , irritability , nausea , insomnia , anxiety , and weight gain . Learn which points balance hormone levels naturally , including thyroid hormones . Acupressure is an excellent self-help tool that will help you feel your best . We will discuss breathing techniques , nutritional musts , and more . Janice Novak
Date : Tue , Feb 13 Time : 6:00 – 7:30 pm Cost : $ 30 Class : AEW7 Location : Online
Safety Aware : Self-Defense for Adults
This course in practical self-defense offers strategies and tactics for staying safe in your daily life . You will gain knowledge and hands-on training in the three pillars of self-defense : Avoidance , Escape , and Engagement . Suitable for adults of all ages . No special skills , athletic ability , or prior experience are required . Gordon Shumaker
Date : Sat , Mar 2 Time : 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Cost : $ 55 Class : AEW1 Location : John Glenn MS , Gym 3 and 261
Inflammation : Friend or Foe
The foods we choose can significantly impact our health , and recent research concludes that food is a potent medicine for chronic inflammation in the body . Acute inflammation is our friend in that it helps us heal from injury and infection . Still , when inflammation stays , it causes problems and is a precursor to diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease . Join Mia Bremer , ACE Health Coach and Fitness Specialist , for a discussion on inflammation in the body and foods that help and hurt . Mia Bremer
Date : Wed , Feb 21 Time : 1:00 – 2:30 pm Cost : $ 25 Class : AEW5 Location : Gladstone CC , 105
Walking Poles – Learn to Use Yours & Up Your Walking Game
Take your walk to the next level with Walking Poles . Did you buy walking poles but need help with how to use them ? Most people misuse them but don ’ t know it ! Using walking poles engages the core and shoulder muscles , increases your speed , and enhances cardiovascular fitness , which we know is essential for physical and mental health as we age . Bring your walking poles and learn how to make the most of them . Mia Bremer
Date : Wed , May 22 Time : 9:30 – 10:30 am Cost : $ 20 Class : AEW4 Location : Gladstone CC , Commons

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