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This is a listing of professional training opportunities and extensive or formal courses of study. Listings are by school or organization with a separate section for Hypnotherapy. See ENERGY TRAINING for classes in Reiki, Healing Touch or Therapeutic Touch.
The Alliance For Holistic Living consists of centers, practitioners, and interested community members, focused East of the Connecticut River with the mission of promoting holistic living in our communities through collaborative ventures. A series of workshops introducing you to a variety of holistic modalities are held monthly on the third Thursday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at different venues in the East of the Connecticut River region. These workshops are free of charge. Practitioners associated with the Alliance are volunteering their services as a means to introduce individuals to alternative and complementary healing modalities. Curious individuals are invited to expand their knowledge of the range of holistic approaches to living. Service projects open to the general community are also in the planning stages. Workshops on Reiki and shamanism are scheduled for Thursdays, September 16, October 21, and November 18. See Events listings for location and details. More info on the Alliance and its activities can be found at www.afhlnow.org. Spiritual Empowerment with Celestial Psychology™ Where Mind & Body Meet Spirit Celeste Emelia Mattingly, LCSW, creator of Celestial Psychology™ presents a 7-week class, and a series of intensive workshops for Spiritual Empowerment. Participants are raving about the 7 Week Series. Each week covers one of the: 7 Chakras; 7 Layers of Consciousness; 7 Deadly Sins (character defects); 7 Sets of Power-packed affirmations relating to each chakra; 7 Psychological Theories and how they employ Consciousness Raising and much more. Celeste's curriculum of life-changing educational and psychodynamic workshops and lectures have been developed for participants and practitioners who desire training in this cutting-edge therapy. Raising your consciousness and improving your quality-of-life has never been easier. With Celestial Psychology, you will learn to access your own psychological strengths and your body's own natural healing abilities. For class and workshop details and schedule, see Event listings. Completion of the seven week series is a pre-requisite for Celestial Psychology™ Group Therapy. Call (860) 586-8700 today for the next schedule and to sign up. Held at 3 Barnard Lane, Top Floor (enter through rear of building). Visit: www.celestemattinglylcsw.com for more info. Professional Reflexology Therapist Training A comprehensive 8 week workshop for those who wish to practice Reflexology. Students are awarded an internationally recognized diploma on satisfactory completion of all requirements of the training. Call Christine M. Jensen, DC at (203) 879-2360 or (203) 879-2746, ccur88@snet.net, www.universalreflexology.net. Founded in 1992, the Connecticut Institute of Herbal Studies focuses on Traditional Chinese Medicine and offers a Nationally Certified Herbology Program with a foundation in both theory and clinical diagnosis as practiced in China today. Traditional Chinese Medicine has been practiced for over 4000 years. It employs a highly developed theoretical system which determines the appropriate application of herbs based on an individual's unique symptoms and not just on a named disease. In this way, TCM treats the causes of disease and not just the disease itself. All natural practitioners, from massage therapists and aromatherapists to doctors and nurses, can benefit from incorporating this holistic perspective of the human energetic systems into their modalities. CIHS is an approved provider for the NCBTMB for Massage Therapists and for the CT Chiropractic Association. Clinical Aromatherapy, international lecturers on Chinese Herbs, and University level professors provide advanced training in the art and science of plant medicines and TCM. Annual Cultural Trips to China have been arranged each November for 14 years and provide training in Tuina, Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine as well as offering adventurers a trip that is flexible, rewarding, and personal. Connecticut Institute for Herbal Studies, 900 Wells Road, Wethersfield, CT. Contact: (860) 666-5064. Visit www.ctherbschool.com. The Word - The Universal Spirit - The Inner Path to the Heart of God. Original Christian Development of Consciousness Course, the Inner Path to the heart of God. Healing of soul and body by gaining insight into ourselves and higher ethics and morals. Visit websites at www.Universal-Life.cc or www.DoNotEatUs.org. For more information, contact us through info@universal-life-inner-religion.org or (800) 846-2691 or (203) 264-2964. Enchantments was created by Headmistress and High Priestess Ms. Faith McCann to help those seeking to learn more about the magickal world, by providing a school where one can learn and associate with other like minded magickal people. Enchantments offers a first year program during which classes are held on Saturday mornings from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Students choose one class weekly. Classes are ongoing and the curriculum is designed for the beginner and intermediate student who wishes to learn more than what is available in books Students who enroll into the magickal studies first year program share their experience and learn: - Spell Casting - The science of spell casting - Magickal tools - Incantations - ESP and psychic development - Potions & herbal studies - Candle magick - Crystals, gems & mineral magick - Meditation - Past life regression - Learning to cast circles ...as well as working the Esbats and celebrating the Sabbats The levels of study at Enchantments are as follows: The first year Magickal Studies Program is designed for serious adult students so that after a year of study they may graduate and work effective magick as a solitary. The student will have gained the training and education, and developed the resources with which to continue their studies on their own after graduation. Students receive a certificate of completion after a year and a day of successful magickal studies training. After they graduate, they may elect to enroll in an advanced program at Enchantments or to continue celebrating the esbats & Sabbats as a member of the Alumni Club of Enchantments. Those who wish to continue at Enchantments may enroll in our Mastery Degree Program which offers two areas of study. They may enroll in the Herbal Arts & Sciences Program with emphasis on Druidic & Celtic Magicks, or they may enroll in the Spell Casting Arts & Witchery Program. Each course is an intensive two year program that they work on while continuing magickal studies classes weekly. There is a Certificate of Mastery presented to the student after successfully completing the two year program. After completion of the first year Magickal Studies Program, students may elect to enroll in our Ordained Wiccan Minister Program. The Priestess Path of The Enchanted Circle Coven focuses on teaching those who wish to learn the ways of the High Priest/High Priestess. Learn to conduct Wiccannings, handfastings, Rites for the Dead, and provide spiritual counseling for those in our Wiccan and Pagan communities. Those that successfully complete this four year program will be ordained as a 3rd degree Minister of the Wiccan Tradition of the Enchanted Tradition. They may also at this time choose to start their own coven as an affiliate of the Enchanted Circle Coven. Classes are intended for adults 18 and older, and tuition is $100 monthly. Interested parties may contact Enchantments at (860)791-6033 or stop by at 349 East Center Street, Manchester, CT 06040 to register for classes. We reserve the right to admit only interested, serious, like minded individuals to our magickal studies program. We are now open 7 days a week. Visit us at www.enchantmentsschool.com. OUR VERY SUCCESSFUL 21-DAY PURIFICATION AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM GROUP Do you want to feel healthier and have more energy? Are you over-tired, over-weight and over-stressed? Our powerful 21-day Purification & Weight Management program provides comprehensive body purification, facilitating the elimination of many common pollutants and toxins that we are exposed to every day, safely, naturally and effectively - allowing the body to heal and function optimally. This class series is held over a three-week period with one meeting per week. Cost: Basic Program $555 per person prepaid; cost with Rice Protein option is $620 prepaid. Sign up any time! Includes: Complete Nutritional Program and Supplements, 3 Colon Hydrotherapy sessions, Educational Materials, Guest Speakers, and more! (Rice Protein Option is extra) Bring a Buddy and Each Person Receives a FREE ionSpa® Detoxifying Foot Bath! Take Your Basic Detoxification Program to the Next Level with our Advanced Detoxification Therapies*. - 3 Detoxifying Herbal Body Wraps - $255 - 3 IonSpa Detoxifying FootBaths - $150 - 3 Therapeutic Infrared Saunas - $90 * Advanced Detoxification Therapies are additional cost. Call for dates. This program is offered throughout the year. NORDIC POLE WALKING CLASSES Dr. Helene Pulnik, Certified Professional Instructor Fun, friends, and fitness! Health benefits at a glance: - It's Fun ! - Nordic Pole Walking burns up to 46% more calories than walking without poles. - Increases heart and cardiovascular training up to 22%. - Incorporates 90% of all body muscles. - Helps to eliminate back, shoulder and neck pain. - Less impact on hip, knee and foot joints. - Increases production of "positive" hormones. - Decreases stress hormone levels. - Helps with weight loss - Supports stress management. - Develops upright body posture. - Nordic Pole Walking tones legs, buttocks, arms and "core" all at the same time. All classes are held at 18 School Street, Glastonbury, CT 06033 and run from 10 to 11 a.m. Call for more information or registration (860) 657-4105 or visit us at www.naturopathicwellness.com. Offering Master of Arts degrees throughout Connecticut in: Conscious Evolution - Explores the connection between science and spirituality as the foundation for personal and planetary transformation. Participants study contemporary works by leaders in the arts, sciences, wisdom traditions, and humanities. Academic Director: Allan Combs, Ph.D. Experiential Health and Healing - Focuses on the integration of complementary and alternative healing with allopathic medicine to promote optimum health and wellness. Participants study Homeopathy, Ayurveda, Energy Medicine, Chinese Medicine, Nutrition, Massage, Art and Music Therapy, and other diverse healing arts. Academic Directors: Bernie Siegel, MD and Steven Horowitz, MD Oral Traditions - Examines the impact of language on creating and sustaining human culture. Participants study the spoken word through a dynamic curriculum that includes storytelling, mythology, psychology, sociology, cultural anthropology, literature, folklore, and linguistics. Academic Director: John Miles Foley, PhD Irenic (Peace) Studies - Promotes conflict transformation as the core of peacebuilding and sustainability. Participants study various forms of non-violent communication and develop unique strategies for transforming conflict and forwarding social justice in organizational, social, and global contexts. Academic Director: Michael Ben-Eli, Ph.D. Holistic Thinking - Addresses complex functions of thinking as elements of whole person development. Participants explore art, science, language, ethics, and belief systems, and develop skills for building effective learning environments. Academic Director: Rupert Sheldrake, Ph.D. The Graduate Institute is an independent, not-for-profit institution that is licensed and accredited by the Board of Governors of the Connecticut Department of Higher Education. It offers Master of Arts degrees in emerging fields of inquiry - transdisciplinary areas of study that are gaining significance in contemporary society. The Institute's mission is to offer graduate study that enriches the spirit, promotes philosophic discovery, and creates opportunities for personal and professional transformation. It is located at 171 Amity Road in Bethany, CT, and classes are offered throughout the state. For more information call (203) 874-4252, write to info@learn.edu or visit www.learn.edu. Hartford Family Institute (HFI) has been a cutting edge psychotherapy and training center since 1969. The psychotherapy created and practiced here is a combination of in-depth body emotional work, energy healing, shamanic spiritual healing, and trauma work. It is called In-Depth Body Psychotherapy and Subtle Energy Healing and is referred to as HFI Therapy. We understand how to work with and transform negative emotional and physical patterns down to the level of DNA. We employ the latest information from quantum physics and brain research, combining it with a spiritual, shamanistic, and humanistic approach. We work with both emotional trauma and physical pain and illness. All the knowledge and wisdom that we have integrated in over 40 years is offered in our training programs for psychotherapists and healers as well as in our training for non-professionals. The Hartford Family Institute is located at 17 South Highland Street, West Hartford, CT 06119. For information and registration, call (860) 236-6009 or email info@hartfordfamilyinstitute.com. Visit our website at www.hartfordfamilyinstitute.com to see all of our offerings. Passiflora is a community gathering spot that focuses on holistic living. Passiflora offers a variety of weekly and monthly educational and experiential events focused on healthy living and eating, aging, homeopathy, feng shui, reflexology, massage, and much more. Additionally, it offers over 140 loose teas and tea blends, and serves delicious organic and wholesome food. Thursday nights - "Gather With Friends" series This begins with a fixed-price light dinner ($5), followed by a guest speaker and conversation time. Weekly lunchtime events Mondays, 11:30 to 2 p.m. - Chair massage with Karen Mitchell Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m to 2 p.m. - Chair Massage with Jacqueline Kane Wednesdays, 11:30 to 2 p.m. - Reflexology with Bev Belle Kent Fridays, 12 noon to 2:30 - Chair massage with Suzanne Devereaux Passiflora Tea Room and Herbal Apothecary is located at 526 Main Street, New Hartford, CT. For more information, please feel free to contact Karen Tyson, Proprietor, at (860) 379-TEAS or passifloratea@earthlink.net. Also visit www.passifloratea.com. Angelspeake™ Class Held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month: September 14, October 12, November 9, and December 14 - 6:30 to 8 p.m. Learn to communicate with angels, guides, loved ones. All levels of experience invited. Receive guidance, support, and clarity. Discover the letting go process and move to the heart of your healing. Make empowering shifts in perceptions and promote wellbeing. Angelspeake™ and Intuitive/Angelic Readings also available for private groups in Wallingford or your location. Call for Hosting Bonuses. Cost: $33 per class. Classes and groups are held at Personal Harmony and Health LLC, 8 Whispering Pines Drive, Wallingford, CT and are taught by Certified Angelspeake Facilitator, RMT, Holistic Coach, and author of Play, Heal, Love! The Art of Creating Healthy Relationships, Diane C. Esposito. Alternate dates are available in Wallingford or your facility. Register: (203) 284-1204 or www.personalharmonyandhealth.com. Psychic/Spiritual Development There is a strong focus on the connection between spiritual growth and psychic development. Various spiritual empowerment and meditation techniques will be practiced as you learn how to develop gifts that can be used to assist others or to increase your own connection to spirit. Reclaim your gifts and live life more joyfully. These groups are for all levels; beginners who are just starting on their paths as well as experienced mediums and readers who are looking to broaden their gifts and become more confident in their abilities. Pendulums, crystals, cards, and palmistry will be introduced. This training includes studies in the paranormal as you learn how compassionate spiritual and psychic intervention can bring healing to people and places affected by paranormal activity. Psychic/Spiritual Development: Thursday Monthly Study Group September 2, October 7, November 4 Psychic/Spiritual Development: Tuesday Monthly Study Group September 14, October 12, November 9 There are a limited number of spaces; please register early; imperative to call first. Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $20. Shamanic Studies Training You will develop an understanding of shamanism and become adept at journeying as you work with animal and spirit helpers. We will focus on healing and restoring balance to self, community, and the planet. As we work together to create and utilize community energy, you will learn group and individual healing techniques. Emphasis will be on strengthening spiritual connections and relationships with power animals and spirit helpers. Teachings from various shamanic traditions will be explored and traditional and non-traditional approaches will be introduced. These groups are appropriate for any level of experience. All dedicated and compassionate people who wish to initiate positive change in the world are welcome. Please bring a notebook, eye covering, drum or rattle if you have one, a feather, and a fist sized rock. Shamanic Studies: Thursday Study Group September 16, October 21, November 18 Shamanic Studies: Tuesday Study Group September 28, October 26, November 23 There are a limited number of spaces; please register early; imperative to call first. Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Cost: $20. Classes taught by Joyce St. Germaine and held at The Sacred Journey, 29 Davis Road, Burlington, CT. For information and registration, all (860) 675-9706 or email jsgermaine@aol.com. Visit www.thesacredjourney.biz. Healing Therapies for the CareGiver - Joan Harovas, RN and Barb Fasulo, RYT200 Classes are a combination of lecture, interactive discussion, and practice on how the body's energy system works and how imbalances may affect us. Healing principles, relaxation, meditation, and various hands-on techniques will be taught so that you can incorporate them into your care-giving practice and your own life. This 10 class program offers you the opportunity to look at your personal and professional life in a new and exciting way. October 2 and 3, November 20 and 21, January 29 and 30, March 19 and 20, April 30 and May 1 Saint Francis Hospital, Center for Integrative Medicine Cost: $1,750/for all classes Discount for SFH employees, Payment options available, 10% discount if paid in full Introduction Seminar Join us for a discussion of how healing therapies work and how you can use them to support your well-being and that of your patients and family. Enfield - September 22 Rocky Hill - September 23 Hartford - September 28 Time: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Cost: FREE Balanced Essence - Barbara Fasulo, RMT, RYT200 (860) 416-5288 www.balancedessence.com, balancedessence@yahoo.com. See website for details. Articulate Your Life Articulate your life is a metaphysical support group for those awakening in consciousness. Stephen will use his Clairvoyant abilities to help participants identify, understand and evolve their karmic reasoning. Class size is limited to 6 participants and requires registration. Classes are held on the first floor at 25 Concord Street Glastonbury, CT. Classes run from 7 to 9 p.m. at a cost of $20. To register or for more information, please contact Stephen at (860) 729-1631 or at stephens860@yahoo.com. Vibrational Healing Using Tibetan Singing Bowls - Marie Menut, RN Classes to be held at Vibrational Healing Center, 966 Tolland Street, East Hartford, CT: Level 1 - History and how to use one bowl and tingshas to heal yourself and others. Cost: $150 for series. Held on Tuesday afternoons, September 14 through October 5, 2010 - 1 to 4 p.m. Level 2 - Learn healings with three bowls, tingshas, and bells. Cost: $150 for series. Held on Tuesday afternoons, November 2 through November 23, 2010 - 1 to 4 p.m. Level 3 - Weekend Retreat at Vibrational Healing Center Learn the use of 8 to 10 bowls on your clients. Learn to use the gong with bowls. Cost: $150 for series. Held on December 3 - 5, 2010 Friday, December 3: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, December 4: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Snacks. Lunch at a Local restaurant. Qi Gong at 9 am Sunday, December 5: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Qi Gong at 10 a.m. Certificates of Completion To register, call Marie Menut at (860) 289-7667 or email her at mariemenut@gmail.com. Classes to be held at Hartford Hospital, Newington Campus: Level 1 - History and how to use one bowl and tingshas to heal yourself and others. Cost: $150 for series. Held on Monday evenings, September 13 through October 4, 2010 - 6 to 9 p.m Level 2 - Learn healings with three bowls, tingshas and bells Cost: $150 for series. Held on Monday evenings, November 1 through November 22 - 6 to 9 p.m. Level 3 - Weekend Retreat at Vibrational Healing Center Learn the use of 8 to 10 bowls on your clients. Learn to use the gong with bowls. Cost: $150 for series. Held on December 3 - 5, 2010 Friday, December 3: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, December 4: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Snacks. Lunch at a Local restaurant. Qi Gong at 9 am Sunday, December 5: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Qi Gong at 10 a.m. Certificates of Completion To register, call Hartford Hospital at (860) 545-1888. For more information, contact Marie Menut, RN at (860) 289-7667 or email of mariemenut@gmail.com. SOLUTION ALTERNATIVES AT MAPLE BROOK STUDIO PROFESSIONAL HYPNOTHERAPY CERTIFICATION TRAINING Learn to be a successful confident Hypnotist/Hypnotherapist with this comprehensive nine-day course offering a dynamic level of professional training and preparation. You will expand your knowledge base while learning practical "hands-on" applications. This course sets the standard on how to bring about change for yourself and your clients. Small class size enhances learning. Call or visit my website for Fall 2010 class dates. Tuition: $1,550 includes one-year membership in the International Association of Counselors and Therapists (www.iact.org) PARTS THERAPY CERTIFIED FACILITATOR TRAINING Enhance your hypnotherapy practice with this effective approach for those clients having difficulty attaining their goals because of inner conflicts. Call or visit my website for Fall 2010 class dates. Tuition: $325 includes Roy Hunter's book, Hypnosis for Inner Conflict Resolution. Classes taught by Aline Hoffman, MS, CI, PLRT in Coventry. Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified Instructor of Hypnotherapy, Certified Past Life Regression Therapist, Certified in Client-Centered Parts Therapy, Gestalt Practitioner, and Reiki Master/Teacher. Custom Framing & Fine Art at Maple Brook Studio. To register or for more information, contact Aline at (860) 916-4232 or solutionalternatives@earthlink.net. Please visit www.solutionalternatives.net for details. Hypnotherapy Certification Seminar - Please call for upcoming dates (one 4 day seminar) Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (1 seminar held over 4 days) Cost: In recognition of these difficult financial times, the Hypnotherapy Certification Seminar fee has been reduced from $600 to $500. Advanced Hypnotherapy - Spirit Detachment - Please call for upcoming dates For certified hypnotherapists only. Spirit detachment or spirit releasement therapy is highly effective technique to help your clients, under hypnosis, to scan their own energy bodies to find attached entities or spirits, energy blockages from past trauma, and energy threads left over from previous unhealthy relationships. You will learn how to safely guide your client using St. Michael the Archangel's assistance to release these spirits, blockages, and threads. Please bring a bag lunch. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $150 Advanced Hypnotherapy - Regression Training - Please call for upcoming dates Regression, whether age regression or past life regression, may be the most powerful tool you can offer your clients. It can help them to release fears, phobias, and illnesses, retrieve lost information, or understand themselves more completely. Know when it's appropriate to use and for which clients. For certified hypnotherapists only. Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $150 All classes taught by Joyce St. Germaine and held at The Sacred Journey, 29 Davis Road, Burlington, CT. Call (860) 675-9706 for registration and information. Holistic Health and Spirituality COYOTE TALKING CIRCLE - Ray Hardy, RMT Held on Fridays - September 17, October 15, November 19, 7 to 9 p.m. Ray Hardy, artist/Marine Corps Vietnam combat veteran is offering a talking/sharing/healing circle based on the work of Lewis Mehl-Madrona, MD, PhD of Cherokee and Lakota Heritage (www.mehl-madrona.com). Ray especially encourages the participation of veterans as well as community members who might be drawn to traditional group work in which healing occurs when the health of body, mind, spirit and community is addressed and integrated. We will explore various healing tools such as deep listening, active imagination, dream work, art, storytelling, music and ceremony as well as other traditional practices. A donation of $5-10/evening is requested to defray costs. To register, contact Ray Hardy at rayhardy0109@sbcglobal.net, (860) 643-8168 at least 72 hours in advance. Held at Spirit Matters in Ellington. See Listers. SOUND HEALING - Edie Jemiola, RMT Held on Fridays - September 10, October 1, November 5, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Everything in and about our bodies resonates to sound. Sound used with intention can shift the energy in and around the body to help reestablish physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Experience the purity and passion of Edie's voice and quartz crystal bowls, which will stimulate healing at a very deep level. Come and soothe your spirit. Bring a mat, pillow and blanket if you wish to lie down. Register 48 hours in advance with Edie at (860) 933-8145. Cost: $15 HARTFORD SHAMBALA MEDITATION GROUP - Free instruction in mindfulness-awareness meditation. Please contact us for more information. Held at 144 Quaker Lane, Hartford. For more information, contact (860) 571-3766. THE PREMA CENTER FOR MEDITATION - Meditation and stress reduction training for beginners and experienced meditators. Proven Western approach to the Eastern art of meditation. Learn and practice techniques to quiet the mind, induce spiritual awareness and tune into the divinity within. Introductory and intermediate/advanced courses. Call Norm Green for info and dates: (860) 875-6303 in Vernon. SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY - Meditation on the inner Light and Sound of God. For information on classes, workshops, retreats, study groups for meditation, and spirituality, call (860) 487-3597. Programs are held under the guidance of sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj and are always free. For complete list of upcoming programs, check www.newengsos.org or call. ELLINGTON - SPIRIT MATTERS - Tai Chi led by George Hoffman of Silver Dragon Tai Chi. Choose from either of two sessions: Tuesday mornings: 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday evenings: 5 to 6:15 p.m. Call (860) 742-5892 to register. Classes held at Spirit Matters. See Listers. HARTFORD HOSPITAL - Tai Chi for Health Tai Chi has been proven through scientific study to improve balance, strengthen muscle, increase flexibility and reduce stress-based illnesses. Australia's Doctor Paul Lam, a practicing M.D. and Tai Chi expert himself, and a team of Tai Chi and medical experts has created a simple, safe and effective program to improve joint function, prevent bone loss and improve balance. Many people have enjoyed learning the program and have gained significant health benefits from a program that is especially suited to seniors and people suffering from arthritis & osteoporosis. Come see what Tai Chi can do for you! Fee: for a 4-week session, $45/one class a week or $80/two classes a week. Call the Hartford Hospital Referral Service at (860) 545-1888 or 1-800-545-7664. Avon: Monday/Wednesday, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Glastonbury: Tuesday/Friday 12 noon to 1 p.m. Wethersfield: Tuesday/Thursday 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Windsor: Tuesday/Thursday 7 to 8 p.m. HARTFORD - TAI CHI, CHI KUNG (QIGONG) with RICHARD GOULD - During the first hour of class, participants will learn the powerful exercises and energy movements of Chi Kung and Nei Kung. The second hour focuses on learning a graceful and fluid form of yang style Tai Chi. For time and details. Contact Richard Gould at (860) 613-2289. or rgouldart@hotmail.com Cost: $10/15. NEWINGTON - DRAGONFLY - Classes led by Sandra Diamond. T'ai chi and Qigong produce physical, mental, emotional and spiritual benefits. This martial art form is extremely beneficial for all musculo-skeletal issues, including fibromyalgia. It reestablishes balance, calms and soothes chronic headaches, and is said to be an anti-aging exercise. Classes are very small resulting in personalized attention with work geared to individual needs. Please call Sandra at (860) 665-9034 or e-mail at Drgnflyllc@aol.com. See Listers. SILVER DRAGON TAI CHI & QI GONG - Yang Style Tai Chi classes and Qi Gong workshops offered in Wethersfield, Ellington, Tolland, Colchester, Coventry and Mansfield. Come see how these ancient Chinese health and exercise systems can help you manage stress, reduce blood pressure, decrease pain associated with arthritis, improve balance and reduce falls. Day and nighttime classes offered in numerous locations. Contact George Hoffman (860) 742-5892 or visit www.silverdragontaichi.com for details. SOUTH WINDSOR - QIGONG. Saturdays, 8 a.m. Led by Beth Hugh. Unity Church of Hartford, 919 Ellington Road. Call Beth at (860) 242-5522 or the church at (860) 289-8963. BREATHE .... MORE, LLC Breathe..more in Tolland offers a wide variety of yoga, pilates, tai chi, and meditation classes, as well as Reiki, workshops, retreats and events. We offer a strong sense of community and encouragement in a nurturing and peaceful environment. Come explore and breathe with us! Breathe...more, LLC is located on Route 30 in Colonial Square, Tolland, CT. For more information, call us at (860) 875-YOGA. See our website at breathemorellc.com for a detailed class schedule and upcoming events. Beginner - Mondays at 4 p.m. and 7:15 p.m., Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 7:15 p.m. All-Level Yoga - Mondays at 7:15 p.m., Wednesdays at 9 a.m., Thursdays at 5:30 p.m., and Saturdays at 9 a.m. Vinyasa Flow Yoga - Mondays at 5:30 p.m. Pre-Natal Yoga - Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Mommy & Me - Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Fees: $15 single class, $48 four week series, $96 eight week series, 10 class card $120, 20 class card $200; plus 6% state sales tax. These classes are a wonderful way to get in shape and reduce stress. Work through blocked energy and release stored tension in a gentle, nurturing way. Classes held at Facilitated Healing Center, 211 Shunpike Rd., Cromwell, CT. Call Laurie Sabourin for info and registration at (860) 635-0509; info@cromwellyogastudio.com; www.CromwellYogaStudio.com. Yoga Classes - Barb Fasulo, RYT200 The word Yoga means to unite. In these classes, we will use the physical movement of Yoga and the breath to strengthen, support, and unite all aspects of how we feel: physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Please bring sticky mat and blanket to class. Monday evenings. Cost $48 for 4-class package or $15 drop-in cost. Saint Francis Care, 546 Cromwell Ave (Rte 3) Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill Ongoing class dates start September 7 Yoga for Chronic Health Issues Yoga is an amazing practice that can help to reduce muscle discomfort, tenderness and other discomforts often associated with recovering from an injury or chronic illness. It can also help improve muscle strength. Classes will include yoga postures, breath awareness, meditation, and relaxation techniques. Please check with physician before taking class. Glastonbury - Mondays, 6 to 7 p.m. Rocky Hill - Tuesdays, 6 to 7 p.m. Yoga All Levels Barbara Fasulo Please join us in this Yoga classes which includes postures and breathe awareness. See how yoga builds strength, flexibility, focus, and stamina. Glastonbury, Mondays, 7:15pm to 8:15 p.m. Rocky Hill, Tuesdays, 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Balanced Essence - Barbara Fasulo, RMT, RYT200 (860) 416-5288. Visit website for details at www.balancedessence.com, balancedessence@yahoo.com. Kripalu Yoga. Relieve stress and regain a sense of balance and well-being as you learn classical Hatha Yoga postures, breathing and deep relaxation and meditation techniques, increasing flexibility, concentration, strength and inner peace. Beginner/intermediate cwith Anne Buchalski. Classes are held at Windham Hospital, Mondays 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. Call (860) 377-1472. What Is Therapeutic Yoga? Therapeutic Yoga is a system of self-care that focuses on health and wellness in the physical body, balance, and efficiency in an individual's breath and energy and learning to accept and work with the mind and emotions. Therapeutic Yoga combines stretching, breathing, guided imagery, deep relaxation, and meditation to help reduce physical, mental and emotional stress, physical tension and pain. Therapeutic Yoga also brings about a relaxed state of awareness, which leads to increased feelings of relaxation, mental clarity, and well-being. All levels welcome. Location: Class are held at Bloomfield Leisure Services, 330 Park Avenue, Bloomfield Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Registration and cost: (860) 243-2923 Please wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or a blanket. Instructor: Beth Gibbs, E-RYT 500, Master of Arts, Yoga Therapy and Mind/Body Health. Email at bethagibbs@comcast.net. Yoga for Life I - Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Beginner through intermediate. Yoga for Life II - Mondays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Intermediate. Experience the benefits of yoga. Exercise, stretch, strengthen, relax, and feel great! These motivating classes are open to all ages, beginner through intermediate. Modifications are offered. Wear nonrestrictive clothing and bring a yoga mat. Fee: $8 drop in class, $30 for 4 classes; $55 for 8 classes Held at Unity Church of Greater Hartford, 919 Ellington Rd. (Rte 30), South Windsor, 860-289-8963. Renee Ulbinsky is registered and licensed through Yoga Alliance. |