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Adult Modern/Ballet Dance Classes
Instructor: Deb Sheme |
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This Adult Modern/Ballet class has been designed to give adults an understanding of modern dance through exercises that engage in body awareness and movement exploration. Modern dance promotes a recognition and appreciation of self and others. Students will learn proper ballet techniques, basic body movement and choreographic skills in musical/rhythmic contexts. This class explores the techniques and styles of modern dance, following the techniques of Lester Horton and Martha Graham. This class is a wonderful complement to any pilates class or yoga class. |
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All Level Yoga
Instructor: Dr. Susan Pataky |
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This class is the perfect choice for students new to yoga or students looking to build a stronger foundation in their practice. This class focuses on classical standing poses, seated poses, prone & supine floor poses and ends w/relaxation. Great for new beginners or those wanting to relearn the fundamentals. |
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Back Care Stretching
Instructor: Dr. Susan Pataky |
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Designed specifically for the back & neck---the regions that plague many of us, interrupting quality of life. Isn't it time you reclaim abilities of days gone by? Gentleness is the approach. Simple stretches with BIG impact to release those tightened or painful areas. Slowly build strength & gain flexibility. Relief is possible. Come learn these proven techniques. If you can get onto the floor you can do this class. |
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Chair Yoga
Instructor: Dr. Susan Pataky |
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Enhance your health and well-being even if you no longer can or want to get onto the floor. Sit in a chair, we’ll adapt Yoga poses to YOUR level of ability in an encouraging and supportive environment.
We’ll focus on posture, joint health, balance, and breathing techniques to fully oxygenate your body, improve your energy, mental clarity & reduce pain and anxiety.
Any yoga is better than no yoga at all. Feel fresh new energy moving through your body and mind. Let yourself be calm and quiet. Come join this AMAZING group of people
from all walks of life … some who are on the mend from incredible heroic situations. You CAN have quality of life again!
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Chi Yoga
Instructor: Dr. Susan Pataky |
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Developed exclusively by Dr. Susan Pataky, Chi Yoga will introduce you to new dimensions of Self. Many report
pain reduction in minutes. Connect with your Divine healing intellegence(chi) by using simple breathing techniques and gentle
Hatha Yoga stretches/ asanas(poses). Create a strong yet supple body/mind by acessing the most harmonic stretching position
for your situation. Learn the location of potent Acu-points. Revitalize, cleanse, and nourish the major acupuncture meridians
directly enabling the chi to flow unobstructed. This ‘awakening’ process allows one to tune into the body, open the heart,
connect, and experience the deep calm, joy, & Peace everyone deserves.
–Everyone Welcome
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Gentle Yoga
Instructor: Dr. Susan Pataky |
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This class is suitable for all levels, experienced to someone who has never taken a yoga class before. Through gentle, relaxing movements you will discover how to free yourself of habits that are interfering with your optimum self. Simple stretches & poses that reduce stress, improve breathing, balance & posture. Gain greater range of motion, & enhanced vitality. Many find relief from chronic pain or limitations resulting from injuries or illness. Improve how you move on & off the yoga mat. |
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Intermediate/Advanced Yoga
Instructor: Dr. Susan Pataky |
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Grow your practice! Discover a new ‘edge’ both physically and mentally as you deepen the immersion into the underpinnings of asana and implementation of more challenging variations. You'll be guided and encouraged to remember who you are at the deepest level with a balance between work & play. Leave infused with new energy—strengthened, nourished, relaxed and focused. 1-2 year prior experience necessary. |
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Meditation Circle
Instructor: Rabbi Elyssa Joy Auster |
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Offered 2nd Thursday of each month(Nov-April)
Open Heart Meditation (offered for a love offering)
The goals of a developed meditation practice are varied. In this class we will focus on opening the heart to connect beyond the self.
We will work on letting go of thoughts and actions which are not useful and instead grow our capacity for loving. Different methods will be employed from both eastern and western traditions. The format of the class will include a short teaching, guided and silent meditation, chanting and sharing. All levels are welcome.
Lead by Rabbi Elyssa Joy Auster has been studying and teaching devotional practices for many years. She became more invested in seated meditation when studying for a year in Israel. Elyssa began practicing yoga ten years ago, and loves Dr. Susan's classes here on Sanibel. Before becoming a rabbi (a teacher and leader in the Jewish Tradition), she received a Masters in Theology. Elyssa is currently the rabbi at Temple Judea in Fort Myers.
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Mixed Level Flow
Instructor: Rose Brown |
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Classic traditional yoga postures (asanas), flowing transitions, abundant variations, & light touch adjustments combined with Pranayama (breath) practice and anatomy tidbits round out this class. You’ll cultivate strength, balance and flexibility within your body/mind system. Take your practice into everyday life. |
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Open Level Flow
Instructor: Dr. Susan | Rose Brown |
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Warm-up your body with gentle versions of Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutations). Mix in mild heat-building poses (asanas) with elements of supported longer helad poses. Finish with Pranayama before a delicious relaxation (Savasana). This class has a free flowing agenda and is customized to those in attendance. Beginners to advanced can benefit from this class and are welcome to attend.
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Pilates
Instructor: Deb Woodward-Sheme |
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Implementation of Joseph Pilates’ six “Pilates Principles”: Centering, Control, Flow, Precision, Concentration and Breath. Add sequences of isometric exercises and orthopedic stretches
and you’ll be sculpting the body proportionally--All body parts will be equally challenged!
The end result…A long and lean dancer’s physique without added bulk!
You’ll enjoy this fun body/mind workout w/ a dancers twist, leaving no body part untouched.
Beginners thrive in this mixed level class! All levels are welcome as we strengthen the mind and body together |
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Power Vinyasa
Instructor: Dr. Susan Pataky | Rose Brown |
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This method of Yoga involves synchronizing the breath with progressive series of postures-a process producing intense internal heat and purifying sweat that detoxifies muscles and organs. The result is improved circulation, a light and strong body, and a calm mind. As this is a vigorous style it is recommended for ONLY those with good foundation of yoga. Not suitable for beginners. Please Bring own towel. If possible your own mat. |
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Qigong
Instructor: Rema Boscov |
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Qigong is an ancient Chinese health maintenance practice, currently growing in popularity throughout the western world. Qi (chi) is "life force" or energy and Gong means long time study or cultivation. The practice encourages improvement in balance, strength, and ability to focus. It can be done seated or standing. Qigong is the precursor to Tai Chi and all the martial arts. It's a way to work with and move qi, which has been scientifically documented as having a small electrical current. It has been said that a daily practice of qigong promotes health and longevity. Acupuncturists work with qi to effect healing and promote well-being, but you can move this energy yourself, by learning simple movements, meditation, breathing practices and self-applied massage, seated or standing. Qigong is easy, joyful, profound, and deeply satisfying. |
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Restorative Yoga
Instructor: Dr. Susan Pataky |
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For everyone, no flexibility or experience required! Nurture the internal healing process with profound relaxation resting in simple yoga poses. Designed to boost your immune system, calm the mind & soothe the spirit! This class uses props to fully support the body which allows an opportunity to slow down, turn inward, renew, heal and restore. Learn the art of recharging instead of depleting. No sweat, no effort – just extreme relaxation w/ a few gentle stretches. |
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