H E A L T H A N D F I T N E S S
BASIC FIRST AID AND ADULT CPR
Instructor: Kenneth Plough
See description in HEALTH AND SAFETY.
HIKE FOR FITNESS
Instructor: Mary Bernstein ( marybobcat@yahoo.com )
Hike for strength and stamina while enjoying the outdoors with a congenial group. The instructor is eager to share natural and local history as you walk, talk, explore local trails and revel in the change of the landscape. There will be one organizational meeting Wednesday, April 2, 7:30–8:30 p.m. at Palo Alto High School, Room 306. A schedule of hike locations will be provided at the first meeting; participants must supply their own gear and transportation to the trailhead. Dates may change to accommodate weather. You will be asked to sign a waiver of liability.
SPRING QUARTER
5 alternate wks: April 5, April 19, May 3, May 17 and May 31
Saturdays: 8:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Locations TBA at first class meeting: $95
SUMMER QUARTER
For information please check Adult School website, or email at above address.
PILATES PLUS
Instructor: Jeanette Cosgrove
Improve coordination and fitness by learning to move more intelligently and with greater body awareness. Ms. Cosgrove, a Pilates and Feldenkrais Practitioner, leads you in a series of exercises that gently and effectively strengthen the “core” muscles of the abdomen and back while increasing mobility. Exercises are done on a floor mat. Please bring a foam or camping-style mat and/or a folded blanket.
SPRING QUARTER
SECTION A: Beginning
8 wks: April 1–May 20
Tuesday: 7–8 p.m.
J L Stanford Mid Sch Wrestling Room: $48
SECTION B: Intermediate
8 wks: April 1–May 20
Tuesday: 8–9 p.m.
J L Stanford Mid Sch Wrestling Room: $48
SUMMER QUARTER
SECTION C: Beginning
6 wks: June 17–July 22
Tuesday: 7–8 p.m.
Palo Alto H S Rm 109: $30
SECTION D: Intermediate
6 wks: June 17–July 22
Tuesday: 8–9 p.m.
Palo Alto H S Rm 109: $30
TAI-CHI—TRADITIONAL CHEN TAIJI AND QIGONG
Instructor: Amara Goodman ( amarapetals@hotmail.com )
Chen style Taiji, widely acknowledged as the ancestor of all Tai-Chi styles, focuses on empowering your physical, mental and emotional selves. Take control of and regulate your energy levels and develop the body-mind connection. Increase your physical strength, flexibility and vitality. Improve your body coordination, balance and immune system. Reduce stress. There will be a 30-minute overlap between classes. No class May 26.
SPRING QUARTER
SECTION A: Beginning
10 wks: March 31–June 9
Monday: 7–8:15 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Dance Studio: $59
SECTION B: Intermediate
10 wks: March 31–June 9
Monday: 7:45–9 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Dance Studio: $59
SUMMER QUARTER
SECTION C: Beginning
6 wks: June 16–July 21
Monday: 7–8:15 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Dance Studio: $35
SECTION D: Intermediate
6 wks: June 16–July 21
Monday: 7:45–9 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Dance Studio: $35
WILD GOOSE QIGONG IV, TRIPOD AND SPIRAL
Instructor: Mia Nomoto, RCST ( mnomoto@gmail.com )
Prerequisites: none
Come and learn graceful round and spiral movements, stretching through relaxation, and how to use acupoints to induce Qi flow. Some of the benefits from practicing Wild Goose IV regularly may include strengthening one’s immune system, improving cognitive function, and alleviating common aches and pains. Learning Wild Goose IV may help those that are challenged in doing the stretching and bending movements of Wild Goose I. Mia Nomoto has studied Qigong since 1998 and Wild Goose Qigong with Master Bingkun Hu since 2001. She looks forward to sharing her knowledge of the healing arts with others. No class May 15.
SPRING QUARTER ONLY
9 wks: April 3–June 5
Thursday: 7–8:15 p.m.
Jordan Mid Sch Dance Studio: $68
YOGA AND MEDITATION
Instructor: Kamal Vilms ( kvilms@pausd.org )
Discover practices that help bring balance back into your life. Gently stretch your body with yoga poses that cultivate inner awareness. Explore ways to release muscle tension in the lower back, neck and shoulders. Yoga mats preferred but towels are acceptable. Instructor has a certificate from the Santa Cruz Institute of Yoga in Bombay, India.
SPRING QUARTER
9 wks: April 10–June 5
Thursday: 5–6:30 p.m.
Barron Park Elem Sch Multipurpose Rm: $81
SUMMER QUARTER
6 wks: June 16–July 21
Monday: 5–6:30 p.m.
Palo Alto HS Rm 109: $54
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