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LifeLong Learning & Leisure

Spring/Summer 2009 Self-Care & Health Classes

*Mindful Relaxation
with Daron Larson
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Most of us tend to cultivate the habit of finding and focusing on physical and emotional discomfort while overlooking the available realm of restfulness. Learn to indentify and enjoy naturally-occurring restful states such as physical relaxation and the quiet pauses between thoughts. These states often occur spontaneously, but most of us don’t know how to detect them or how to allow them to spread and build momentum. However, this is an extremely useful skill that can be learned and developed. This class teaches how to identify the restful moments and relaxation hiding beneath the surface of ordinary experience.
CLASS #: 442618 A
TIME: 7:00-9:00 PM, Tuesday
DATE: April 28
LOCATION: Rm 104, UA Senior Center Bldg 1
COST: $19 R / $21 NR

*Mindful Eating
with Daron Larson
Eating can be an opportunity for developing concentration, sensory clarity and a balanced reaction to the natural flow of experience. This class introduces strategies for turning eating into a springboard for examining how feelings in the body drive compulsive behavior. It also explores ways in which we can get more satisfaction from the subtle, pleasant aspects of eating by simply slowing down and paying attention to the process. It can be empowering to directly observe the feelings that drive us to eat too much, too little or to rush through eating without even tasting our food. The skills of mindfulness, when practiced over time, can cultivate a more consistent level of contentment, independent of the ever-fluctuating conditions of your life.
CLASS #: 442619 A
TIME: 7:00-9:00 PM, Tuesday
DATE: May 19
LOCATION: Rm 104, UA Senior Center Bldg 1
COST: $19 R / $21 NR

Self Hypnosis for Effective Weight Loss
with Chel Hamilton, CHt
This is the time to finally make it happen for yourself, and here is a crucial key in helping you achieve your goal. Medical studies have proven that people who use hypnosis as an added component of their weight loss program lose 97% more weight than those who do not. Make the decision to take control and change your body by changing your mindset. For about the cost of a single one-on-one session, our Certified Master Hypnotist reinforces your implemented weight loss strategies and enables you, during the course of five weeks of group hypnosis, to release sugar addictions, stop overeating and stress-related eating, enjoy regular exercising...and much more. As many of her past and current clients can attest, this program really works. Let go of the extra pounds which no longer reflect your vision of who you truly are and rediscover that energized, slim and sexy you!
TIME: 7:00 -8:30 PM, 5 sessions
LOCATION: Rm 204, UA Senior Center Bldg 2
COST: $100 R / $110 NR per session

CLASS #: 442668 A
DATE: April 15 – May 13, Wednesday

CLASS #: 442668 B
DATE: April 30 – May 28, Thursday

NEW CLASS #: 443668 A
NEW DATE: June 10 – July 8, Wednesday

Understanding Organics
with Wendy-Schneider-Fisher
“Organic” is a huge buzzword at the moment. Do you know the difference between organic and natural foods? How about genetically-modified, wild-crafted and whole foods? Do you understand the impact of irradiation, genetic modification, sludge fertilizer, additives, and pesticides? Who should consume organic foods? Improve your health and save money by learning which organic items are worth the extra expense and learn if organic food really is more nutritious than “the regular stuff”.
CLASS #: 442626 A
TIME: 6:30-8:30 PM, Wednesday
DATE: May 20
LOCATION: Lower Level Conference Room, UA Municipal Services Center
COST: $19 R / $21 NR

Laughter Yoga Workshop
with Meg Scott
Have you heard it said, “Laughter is the best medicine?” In reality, it’s no joke. Laughter is not only fun, easy and contagious but it promotes good health, relaxation and joy. This simple act can boost your immune system, lower blood pressure and increase circulation. It reduces anxiety and lifts mild depression. Laughing expands lung capacity and increases oxygen to the blood cells and aids in detoxification of the body. It exercises the abdomen, diaphragm and is energizing. Laughter Yoga is a combination of laughing exercises, yoga breath work and playful group activities. Join Meg Scott, certified Laughter Yoga instructor, to experience the benefits of laughing through the use of lecture, demonstration, video and group participation. No yoga experience is necessary. Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing.
CLASS #: 442615 A
TIME: 9:30-11:30 AM, Saturday
DATE: May 23
LOCATION: Lower Level Conference Room, UA Municipal Services Center
COST: $19 R / $21 NR

Massage for Couples
with Amiee Romans, , LMT
Mother’s Day is coming up and Father’s Day isn’t far behind. Give your significant other the gift that keeps on giving. Experience the soothing and relaxing art of massage while learning and practicing basic massage techniques for relaxation and relief from muscle pain. We cover the different regions of the body including the head, neck, shoulders, arms, legs and the class favorite, the back. Learn techniques specific to your partner’s aches and pains. Dress in shorts and a t-shirt and bring an old sheet set to this hands-on class. A private changing area is available. The registration fee includes massage oils and snacks. Class size is limited to four couples.
CLASS #: 442629 A
TIME: 1:00-5:00 PM, Sunday
DATE: May 17
LOCATION:Essentials Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork 1200 West Fifth Avenue, Suite 106
COST: $70 R / $77 NR per couple

Aromatherapy Basics
with Kyongson Pae, Earth Elements
You may know that aromatherapy is the use of pure plant essences for therapeutic purposes, but are you aware of its many practical uses? In this informative program, we discuss aromatherapy, offering an explanation of how it works and some ideas on how to incorporate it into your everyday lifestyle. Discover how the use of a few drops of essential oil can help you relax, revive you or even help fight bacteria in your home when someone is ill. Then make a lotion and liquid soap to take home. All supplies are included in the registration fee.
CLASS #: 442624 A
TIME: 11:30 AM-1:30 PM, Saturday
DATE: April 25
LOCATION: Earth Elements, 1407 Grandview Avenue
COST: $22 R / $24 NR

*Don’t Let the Bedbugs Bite
with Wendy-Schneider-Fisher
Bedbugs are making a comeback, even in Columbus. It can cost thousands of dollars and many hours to eradicate these pesky little opportunists. You've heard the commercials – “We will take your old mattress away for free!”. How can you be sure the little bugs are not being delivered in the truck along with your new mattress or furniture? Is there a vacation or business trip in your future? How can you protect yourself and your family when staying away from home? Guard against bringing home more than just souvenirs and dirty laundry in that luggage. Even your child’s daycare can be hazardous. Learn to spot and identify these insidious creatures, how to effectively treat infestations and, most importantly, how to implement methods to avoid contamination in the first place. A couple hours well spent now could save you a huge expense and effort later. Bite back!
CLASS #: 442625 A
TIME: 6:30-8:30 PM, Wednesday
DATE: May 6
LOCATION: Council Committee Room, UA Municipal Services Center
COST: $19 R / $21 NR

Practical Self-Defense For Women
with UA Police Division
Preparation and knowledge are crucial if you ever find yourself in a threatening or dangerous situation. This condensed one-evening class combines discussions of various safety issues for women as well as practical self-defense instruction. Members of the Upper Arlington Police Department discuss topics such as rape, robbery and car-jackings, and you learn and practice what to do if confronted. This is useful information and hands-on training for women of all ages. The content of this program is intended for a more mature audience; therefore you must be at least 16 years old, unless prior arrangements are made. There are strenuous portions to this activity; however, most people have no problem participating.
CLASS #: 442105 A
TIME: 6:00-9:30 PM, Tuesday
DATE: May 5
LOCATION: Hastings Middle School Cafeteria, 1850 Hastings Lane, Upper Arlington
COST: $22 R / $24 NR

* - denotes new classes
** - denotes green classes

Divison of LifeLong Learning & Leisure
Parks & Recreation Department
City of Upper Arlington
3600 Tremont Road
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
Phone: 614-583-5333
Fax: 614-457-6620
Email: lifelong@uaoh.net

Updated 05/09