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Wellness Embodied Awareness, Mindfulness and Movement NEW! Activating our capacity for embodied awareness, whether as part of a sitting practice or as we move our bodies in exercise and in daily life, greatly enhances our experience of ourselves as well as their myriad health and mental health benefits. In these two distinct but interrelated workshops, we will explore new research on interoception and embodied awareness in an accessible, experiential, and inspiring way. You may sign up for either or both workshops. Instructor: Karen Peters Location: Las Flores Gym Age Date 18+ Mar 16 18+ Apr 27 Day Time Sa 1-5 p.m. Sa 1-5 p.m. Joint Freeing Workshop Fee Code $75 12326 $75 12241 NEW! This is an experiential workshop based on Structural Yoga Therapy by Mukunda Stiles. Called the “Great Healer” or the “Energy Freeing Practice”, the Joint Freeing series gently moves each joint through its full and natural range of motion. It is the basis for the movement in all of the large joints of the body. Discover how to slow down and move each joint gently and mindfully to help relieve joint pain and stiffness. We will work through the entire body moving Prana, strengthening our bodies and calming our minds. Designed for all levels. Instructor: Kristi Gall Location: Las Flores Classroom Age Date 18+ Feb 9 18+ Apr 6 Day Time Sa 1-3 p.m. Sa 1-3 p.m. Fee Code $35 12408 $35 12409 Mindful Meditation Mondays What would change in your life if you were to give yourself the gift of beginning each week with a period of mid-day mindful meditation? Throughout this class series, you will learn how to use your direct experience of the breath, body and senses to help soften habitual tensions, grow curiosity and kindness, lessen self-judgements and create a more spacious relationship with your thoughts/mind. Each class will include periods of gently guided meditation, daily life practice tips to help keep you centered throughout your day, and time for sharing and questions. Instructor: Lori Stelling Location: Senior Center 1518 Downstairs 40 Age Date 18+ Jan 7-Feb 11 18+ Mar 4-Apr 1 Day Time M 12:15-1:15 p.m. M 12:15-1:15 p.m. Fee Code $50 12287 $50 12288 Radiant Heart Qigong Qigong is a 3,000 year old holistic system of self-healing exercise and meditation. The practice strengthens the joints and muscles of the body while promoting a healing environment in the body. Any age group can see physical benefits and can assist in developing the ability to relax and enjoy your body more. Instructor: James Hamilton Location: Senior Center 1518 Downstairs Age Date 18+ Feb 14-Apr 18 Day Time Th 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee Code $45 12334