HTH-928 ONLN-Beg, Intermed Tai Chi

Section Info: Online | Beginning, Intermediate Tai Chi | No class Sept 7 | Tai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese exercise that promotes balance, flexibility, circulation, and overall health. Practicing the Yang Style short form uses slow, centered movements to improve posture, joint mobility, and body awareness. Regular practice supports cardiovascular fitness, stress reduction, mental clarity, and a sense of calm. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. is mandatory for section 301.

HTH-928 SCSC-Self Defense

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-928 SCSC-Self Defense

Section Info: South County Senior Center | Senior Self Defense | This course provides instruction on how to defend yourself using your body's own natural reactions, how to spot dangers and potential threats. Students will learn how to stop an attacker in his tracks by acting early and learn how and where to strike to escape quickly. Topics include using your voice as a weapon, enhancing your awareness skills, learning avoidance and de-escalation skills, and how to have a survival mindset.

HTH-928 SSAC-Tai Chi

Section Info: Severn Senior Center | Tai Chi | Tai Chi Chuan is an ancient Chinese practice that promotes balance, circulation, and overall health. The Yang Style short form uses slow, centered movements to improve posture, flexibility, and body awareness. Regular practice supports balance, cardiovascular fitness, stress reduction, and greater mental and physical wellbeing.

HTH-936 ONLN-Road to Resiliency Yoga

Section Info: Online | Road to Resiliency (Mat and Chair Yoga) | Our trauma-informed yoga class helps ease pain caused by emotional, mental, or physical trauma, which the body remembers even if we dont. New research shows how trauma impacts us and what we can do with that experience. Benefits include strengthening the vagus nerve, creating new neural pathways, improving self-awareness, self-care, and self-love. The class also helps manage stress and pain. Students are encouraged to bring a notebook and pen for journaling activities. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga strap, two blocks, and a blanket if needed. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 9:30- 11am is mandatory for section 301.

HTH-936 PASD-Seated Chair Exercise

Section Info: Pasadena Senior Center | Seated Chair Exercise | This Adaptive Physical Education class develops an awareness of the benefits of exercise. The class discusses information on health and fitness for seniors. It is suitable for anyone with a physical limitation as it uses chairs. Linda also incorporates hand weights, fitness bands, and various equipment to explore individual levels of fitness.

HTH-939 COSR-Seated Exercise

Section Info: Omalley Senior Center | Seated Exercise | Chair exercises provide a safe, effective way to move all parts of the body without undue stress. The class focuses on improving flexibility and strength primarily from a seated position, with optional standing behind the chair. Suitable for beginners and individuals with physical limitations.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga | Gentle yoga stretches and movements are adapted to the chair; or standing, using a chair for support as needed. Each class begins with breathing and body awareness fundamentals. Enhanced verbal instruction and unlimited modifications make this practice comfortable and beneficial for all levels. Emphasis on skills that are practical and versatile for seniors in activities of daily living. If you enjoy an interactive, shared learning experience in a warm, friendly environment - WELCOME HOME! Class is student-centered and engagement-driven via Zoom audio and video. Equipment: yoga sticky mat and sturdy, straight-back chair. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Fridays from 9:30-10:30a.m. is mandatory for section 324.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga | Come join Cheryl for this level 1 Yoga class suitable for everyone, including beginners. No yoga experience is needed. In this class you will work on posture, alignment, weight bearing exercises, balance, and body awareness. It will leave you feeling strong, centered and peaceful. Suggested Equipment: sturdy chair, water | Attendance in online class sessions Fridays from 11:00a.m.-12:00 p.m. is mandatory for section 304.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga | Come join Cheryl for this level 1 Yoga class suitable for everyone, including beginners. No yoga experience is needed. In this class you will work on posture, alignment, weight bearing exercises, balance, and body awareness. It will leave you feeling strong, entered and peaceful. Suggested Equipment: sturdy chair, water. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Fridays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 302.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga | This class is an enjoyable and energizing seated yoga class. Emphasis is placed on posture, core strengthening and lengthening muscles used for balance. The class includes yoga breathing techniques, seated warm-ups, and standing strengthening exercises in which the chair is used as a balance aid. We practice seated yoga postures as well as seated rest and relaxation techniques. The standing portion of class can be modified to be done while seated if needed. Suggested Equipment: Sturdy chair, resistance bands | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Thursdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m. is mandatory for section 306.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga | Come join Cheryl for this level 1 Yoga class suitable for everyone, including beginners. No yoga experience is needed. In this class you will work on posture, alignment, weight bearing exercises, balance, and body awareness. It will leave you feeling strong, centered and peaceful. Suggested Equipment: sturdy chair, water | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. is mandatory for section 303.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga | Come join Cheryl for this level 1 Yoga class suitable for everyone, including beginners. No yoga experience is needed. In this class you will work on posture, alignment, weight bearing exercises, balance, and body awareness. It will leave you feeling strong, centered and peaceful. Suggested Equipment: sturdy chair, water. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 301.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga and Meditation

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga and Meditation | No class September 7 | Morning Meditation and Seated Stretch. This interactive combo class merges two ancient healing arts to support overall wellness for todays active senior. No prior experience necessary! Together, we will explore various approaches to meditation, with origins spanning thousands of years, and cultures from around the globe. Gentle yoga-based stretches, breathing techniques, and body awareness fundamentals are all practiced seated in a chair. Unlimited modifications make this practice accessible and beneficial for all levels. Equipment: yoga sticky mat and sturdy, straight-back chair. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Mondays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 323.

HTH-939 ONLN-Chair Yoga and Meditation

Section Info: Online | Chair Yoga and Meditation | No class September 7 | Morning Meditation and Seated Stretch. This interactive combo class merges two ancient healing arts to support overall wellness for todays active senior. No prior experience necessary! Together, we will explore various approaches to meditation, with origins spanning thousands of years, and cultures from around the globe. Gentle yoga-based stretches, breathing techniques, and body awareness fundamentals are all practiced seated in a chair. Unlimited modifications make this practice accessible and beneficial for all levels. Equipment: yoga sticky mat and sturdy, straight-back chair. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Mondays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 323.