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FITNESS
Scuba DivingHE01. Beautiful fish, exquiste coral, sandy beaches... Ever want to learn to scuba dive? MALT is pleased to offer this unique opportunity to learn everything you need to in order to dive for certification. By the end of the course you will be able to sign up for your certification dive with a dive shop. We will provide contact names and locations. We will have both classroom and in-water lessons and provide some of the necessary equipment including tanks and we suits. However, you must have your own mask, snorkel and fins. You will need to be a good swimmer. Class size is limited to ten. There is a $65 materials fee payable to the instructor, which includes a textbook, log book, dive table, and video. The fee may be waived if you already have them. Lorraine Busch is formerly the Aquatics Director of Chestnut Hill College. She is a certified PADI instructor Weds., 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Deep Water AerobicsHE02. This class is a full-body workout in deep water for competent swimmers. It is designed to develop and maintain physical fitness including flexibility, muscular strength, and endurance, and to improve the cardiovascular system. Virginia Haenn is a certified water aerobics instructor. A. Mon., 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., 10 weeks 
maps.expedia.com Shallow End Water AerobicsHE03. Exercising in water is one of the most effective and gentle ways of giving yourself a healthier heart and stronger, more flexible muscles. And it’s fun! Spend an hour with Virginia as she takes the group through a warm-up followed by aerobics and calisthenics. Because water absorbs impact, this form of aerobics is a gentle, safe exercise if you have arthritis. This class, which welcomes both men and women, involves no swimming and will take place in the shallow end of the pool. Virginia Haenn teaches MALT’s water aerobics classes. Mon., 5:30 p.m.-6:30 pm
maps.expedia.com Water Step AerobicsHE04. Join us for an hour, which provides a very effective workout. This class is designed to increase a person’s muscle tone, flexibility and endurance while conditioning the cardiovascular system. The class, which takes place in the shallow end of the pool, involves weight training in the water. Class size is limited, and water shoes are recommended. Virginia Haenn teaches MALT’s water aerobics classes. Weds., 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
maps.expedia.com PilatesHE05. Pilates is the popular exercise program founded by Joseph Pilates almost 50 years ago that incorporates movements from yoga, boxing, dance and gymnastics. It enhances abdominal strength, alignment, stretching and breathing. Pilates (pi-LAH-teez) integrates the body, combining the deep relaxation and stretches of yoga with an emphasis on spinal alignment and abdominal strength. In each class, students are guided through an hour of mat work, choreographed movements all on the floor. The work especially cultivates abdominal strength and conditioning as a prime source of vitality. Pilates Technique emphasizes extensions rather than concentric contractions, so that your muscles lengthen rather than shorten. Pilates Instructors: Carol Shore, a former competitive gymnast and dancer, trained as a Pilates teacher with the Physical Mind Institute of Santa Fe. While at Penn’s Wharton School, Carol founded a charitable arts organization. Kristen Stanley A graduate of Moore College of Art and Design, Kristen skated competitively and studied yoga before certifying to teach Pilates. Ann Trenka has taught anatomically-based ballet technique for 22 years and Pilates mat classes for 8 years. She has trained many of Philadelphia’s best dancers and serious body students. Ann has danced throughout the U.S. and Europe and founded "The Working Pointe" studio. Phylinda Reynolds is certified in Pilates mat and apparatus work through the Physical Mind Institute. She worked with Pilates studios in Oklahoma and Washington, D.C. before moving to Philadelphia. Sandy Mitchel danced with New York’s Joffrey Ballet and L.A. Dance Co. She was an avid yoga student befoer becoming a Pilates instructor. Tayah Skamser studied Pilates for three years with Michael Miller in Boulder, Colorado and with Katherine Livingston and Beth Downey. Pilates Class Schedule: Students enrolled in these classes are eligible for free makeups in alternate classes if there is room. Details provided by the teacher. Classes are 10 weeks, $85. A. Weds., 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. B. Thurs., 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. C. Thurs., 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. D. Thurs., 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. E. Thurs., 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. F. Fri., 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
maps.expedia.com Please specify session when you register. Tennis Anyone?HE06. Do you know what Love is? Do you want to give tennis a try without a big commitment? This 2-hour overview will give you hands on fundamentals, stroke production, drills, and the benefits of tennis. It could be that we all envy you this fall out on the courts! Earl Miller is a US PTR and USTA certified instructor. Sat., 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Sept. 22
maps.expedia.com Warm Up With Watsu!HE07. Watsu, or water shiatsu, was developed by Harold Dull at Harbin Hot Springs in California in the early ’80s and until recently, was only available at exclusive spas and resorts. Watsu has now come to Wyndmoor! Come and experience this blissfully restorative form of bodywork, with each participant receiving a 10-15 minute mini-session while the group luxuriates in the 98 degree, non-chlorinated swim spa. In this session, the practitioner gently supports and cradles the floating client, who is stretched and massaged. The warmth of the water coupled with the movements allows the muscles to expand beyond their usual range of motion, while the mind is free to be at rest. Bring a bathing suit and towel (earplugs are optional). Julie Angel is a Certified Watsu Practitioner (Level 3) and a Certified Massage Therapist with 20 years of experience. She brings her background in chakra therapy and body energetics, as well as her love of transformative experiences! A. Sun., 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Sept. 9 FencingHE08. It’s elegant, fun, physically challenging and tremendously exciting! Learn a sport that harkens back to the dueling 18th and 19th centuries. Open to all adults, teens and mature older kids--our teacher reports that some students begin fencing in their 70s! You’ll learn the basics, beginning with the foil. Then it’s party, riposte, coupe, redoublement and other classic moves. This graceful sport is also strenuous, so expect a good workout, and it’s also a challenge for your mind and eye-hand-foot coordination. Wear long-legged trousers, sneakers and a short-sleeve T-shirt. Equipment provided with $20 rental fee: glove, mask, foil and jacket, and a special breast protector for women. Class is limited to 10, so sign up soon. Specify your height and sex when signing up. Chuck Finn has been a competitive fencer since 1953. After learning to fence as a teenager at Girard College, he competed at the University of Pennsylvania and later under the direction of Hungarian fencing master Lajos Csiszar. Lisa Campi is one of only 10 full-time fencing coaches in the U.S. She ranked 15th nationally for the World Cup competition held this summer. Lisa earned a Master’s Degree from the University of North Carolina in Exercise Science. Chuck Mueller is a nationally ranked fencer in saber and a mechanical engineer. He trained as a fencing teacher at the Fencing Academy of Philadelphia where he also coaches. All classes are for beginners. A. Sat., 10:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m.Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov.3, 10, 17 (Campi) B. Tues., 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27 (Finn) C. Thurs., 6:15 p.m.-7:15 p.m. Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, (skip 22), 29, Dec. 6, 13 (Mueller) Moving Arts of Mt. Airy (MaMa) $85
maps.expedia.com HEALTHFeldenkraisHE09. This revolutionary approach to improving health and well-being is based on enhancing communication between the brain and the body. Learn to improve breathing, flexibility, coordination, movement efficiency and elegance; enhance self-awareness and body self image; diminish pain and movement restrictions; improve function for those with certain orthopedic and neurological problems; refine performance skills; minimize work-related stress; increase ability to experience pleasure; and develop greater thinking, imagination, creativity and learning capabilities. Jaclyn Boone began Feldenkrais class in 1989, and has taught since 1997. She also teaches privately. Sun., 12:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m.
maps.expedia.com AromatherapyHE10. Life in the new millennium is exhilarating and challenging. Germs are mutating, stress is high, and concern is on the rise. Come and learn scents that help our bodies cope with headaches, viruses, stress and anxiety. Easy application to points on the hands and feet, as well as the body, help our frame of mind. There is a $2 materials fee payable to the instructor. Judy Dobbs, a resident of Mr. Airy with over 20 years experience in the Healing Arts, brings to life the multiple uses of many essential oils she has studied for 7 years. Tues., 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
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HE18. Did you know that lesbian and bisexual women may be at higher risk for breast cancer? There are many barriers to accessing and seeking health care that prevent lesbian and bisexual women from getting routine gynecological care, which includes breast exams and mammography screening. The Rainbow Circle invites you to learn about the importance of breast health as a lesbian or bisexual woman, including: how to complete a thorough self-exam, accessing gay-friendly health care providers, understanding the importance of early detection, and the mammography process.
Kerry Arnold is the Outreach Coordinator for Rainbow Circle, a program of the Linda Creed Breast Cancer Foundation. She will be teaching this course along with other facilitators in the program.
Thurs., 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Oct. 18
Lutheran Theological Seminary $10
HE20. Are you tired of the same old look? Would you like to change your style? Need some help? Perhaps, you are looking to move out of the “same old, same old.” Wish you could look more sexy, sassy, subtle, or BOLD! Looking beautiful is invigorating. Feeling good about how you look is stimulating. If you want to change, this workshop is for you.
Lillian Gaffney is an image consultant, coach, keynote speaker, trainer and writer who specializes in beauty. She has worked in the beauty industry for 20+ years. Lillian utilizes her unique background of Cosmetology, Self-Esteem Certification, Motional Processing Level III Certification to help others express their uniqueness.
A. Tues., 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Sept. 11
B. Sat., 10:00 a.m.-Noon, Sept. 22
Chestnut Hill Presbyterian Church $20
HE21. Join this fun evening devoted to you and your hair. The shape of your face, your height, weight and lifestyle are all important in considering what hairstyle is best for you. Learn more about cutting, hair care and style options so you can choose wisely. The focus will be on cutting and shape. Personalized consultations will follow demonstrations. Space is limited.
David J. D’Amico has practiced his art for over 20 years.
Weds., 7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m., Nov. 14
Nicholas and David Hair Stylists $20
MB01. Daily maintenance of body and soul can make everything you do more enjoyable and more efficient. Join Josh’s ongoing and perennially popular yoga class for gentle stretching, breathing and meditation, which will leave you feeling comfortable, sensitive, relaxed and energized.
Josh Mitteldorf has taught yoga for Mt. Airy Learning Tree for many years.
Mon., 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26
Grace Epiphany Church, Cline Auditorium $80
MB02. These classes blend yoga’s gentle stretches, deep relaxation, emphasis on breathing and mind/body focus with the abdominal vitality, mind/body balance and more frequent, variable patterns of Pilates sequences.
Connie Miller also teaches Pilates and Yoga at MaMa.
Gina Smith also teaches Pilates at MaMa.
Kristen Stanley also teaches Pilates at MaMa.
A. Mon., 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., (All Levels)
Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26, Dec. 3 (Miller)
Moving Arts of Mt. Airy
B. Weds. 6:45 a.m.-7:45 a.m., (All Levels)
Sept. 19, (skip 26), Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 28, Dec. 5 (Stanley)
Moving Arts of Mt. Airy
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MB03. Combine the discipline and relaxation of yoga with the expressiveness and aerobics experience of dance. Allow for the spontaneous, as the music and movement changes from week to week. Expect fun, but also powerful inner stillness, by the time you leave each week. Wear comfortable clothes, preferably layered.
Connie Miller is the founder of this discipline of yoga. Her work has been featured in Yoga Journal. She has been a certified Kripalu teacher for 20 years.
Weds., 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 21
Moving Arts of Mt. Airy (MaMa) $75
Yoga: Beginner IMB04. This introductory class is for students who are new to yoga. We focus on basic poses that stretch and strengthen the legs, back and shoulders. We emphasize basic alignment and proper breathing techniques. Synergy Yoga’s mission is to provide the highest quality resources for the physical and spiritual growth and health of our diverse community. We do this by creating a nurturing environment with a highly qualified and compassionate faculty for willing and curious students. A. Weds., 6:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Yoga: Beginner IIMB05. This class is for students who have completed Beginner I and want to continue the study of yoga beyond the basics. A wider variety of poses are practiced along with more advanced breathing exercises. We build on the basic standing, twisting and seating postures learned in Beginner I. Synergy Yoga A. Tues., 6:30 p.m.-7:45 p.m. Yoga: Intermediate/AdvancedMB06. This class is for students who want to deepen their yoga experience through more challenging postures. Poses are often linked in a flowing series that provide a more rigorous session.Synergy Yoga A. Sat., 9:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Yoga: Open ClassMB07. Open classes are for all levels. Modifications of the postures are given so that all students may participate at their own levels. Classes will generally follow a theme such as opening the shoulders, inversions or sitting postures. Synergy Yoga A. Weds., 9:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m. |
MB08. Yoga quickly recharges your body and stimulates the nervous and immune systems while improving strength and flexibility, centering the mind and opening the spirit. From your first class, you’ll benefit in numerous ways, from relief from back pain, stress, depression and insomnia to weight control. Everyone can do it.
Connie Divel has practiced yoga for 20 years. She began kundalini training through the New Mexico-based 3HO organization 7 years ago. Her class adheres to kundalini kriyas (series of slow actions) but also incorporates some asanas (postures) from Iyengar, Kripalu and Ashtanga.
Sun., 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18
Moving Arts of Mt. Airy (MaMa) $85
 Carrie Givhan |
MB10. Ashtanga is a yoga practice that builds stamina, flexibility, strength and deep concentration. It is the foundation of the currently popular "power" yoga. Ashtanga combines elements from traditional styles of yoga into a flow that creates internal heat and high energy. In this class, you will learn the essential postures and breathing techniques of a basic Ashtanga practice. No prior yoga experience is necessary, but be prepared for a light aerobic workout. Bring your towel, water bottle and enthusiasm to this beginners class.
Carrie Givhan began yoga practice as a student at Spelman College, continued while working toward her M.F.A. at the University of Cincinnati, before earning her certification to teach Ashtanga Yoga.
Weds., 6:15 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 28, Dec. 5, 12
Summit Presybyterian Church $80
 Self-defense students practice their new moves. |
HE19. Come and learn powerful skills for your body, mind, voice and spirit in a safe, supportive atmosphere. Learn how to block, kick, strike and escape from grabs. You can develop strong intuition, assertive body language, a “don’t mess with me attitude,” and a fierce yell. These abilities help women avoid, resist and survive assault. Be rude or make a scene in response to simulated threats, and enjoy the encouragement of the instructor and the group. Girls and women of all body types, physical condition, levels of ability and ages are welcome.
Genie Bud Ravital is an instructor with AWARE, a project of women’s anti-violence education.
Mon., 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Sept. 24
Germantown Friends School, Spectrum $25
MB11. T’ai Chi Ch’uan is a martial art, a meditation, a healing discipline and much more. It develops body and mind. T’ai Chi Ch’uan comes from Chinese Taoist traditions. We will explore this physical discipline which emphasizes balance, timing, and ease of movement. The practice of T’ai Chi Ch’uan is intended to be slow and relaxed. Young and old can study it and begin to discover its benefits. This course covers the first 10 moves of the Cheng Man-ching short Yang-style form of T’ai Chi Ch’uan. We will also learn warm-up exercises. Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes.
Kurt Findeisen has studied T’ai Chi Ch’uan with Maggie Newman since 1979.
Thurs., 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25,
Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29
Mt. Airy Presbyterian Church, Gym $80
MB12. This class continues the study of T’ai Chi Ch’uan through the Short Yang solo form. We will continue to review the “first third” and study the succeeding postures up through “Cloud Hands.” The class is most appropriate for students who have studied 20 or more weeks and have completed the “first third.”
Charlie Harris has studied T’ai Chi Ch’uan with Maggie Newman since 1980 and has taught with MALT since 1991.
Thurs., 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29
Mt. Airy Presbyterian Church, Gym $80
MB13. Continuing study of T’ai Chi Ch’uan through the “Short Yang” style solo form. This is a “correction” class which will review the whole solo form. The emphasis will be on reviewing the later postures of the form, from “Four Corners” through “Bend the Bow.” This class is most appropriate for students who have studied 18 months or more and have nearly completed the solo form.
Kurt Findeisen has studied T’ai Chi Ch’uan with Maggie Newman since 1979.
Thurs., 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29
Mt. Airy Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall $80
MB14. T’ai Chi is the “softest” of the martial arts. Rather than relying on size or strength, the practitioner learns to employ balance, relaxation, and sensitivity. Students also learn to work interactively, in pairs, as they practice rooting, yielding, listening, and following. This class is suitable for beginners.
Andrew Heckert founded the Germantown T’ai Chi Study Group in 1981. He has studied T’ai Chi since 1973 and is widely recognized for his expertise in Push-Hands, the interactive, 2-person form. Andrew has led workshops in Germany and throughout the Northeast U.S.
A. Sun., 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. (Beginner)
Sept. 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, Dec. 2
B. Sun., 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., (Intermediate)
Sept. 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, Dec. 2
Moving Arts of Mt. Airy (MaMa) $80
MB15. ChiGong means “breath skill” or “energy mastery.” It can be understood as the training of vital energy. For millennia, Chinese medical and exercise traditions have used ChiGong as a tool for healing, guiding chi (the life force) to balance the body’s energies and improve health. Using deliberate movement, breath skill, flexibility, mental concentration, meditation and visualization, we cultivate health and exercise with fundamentals of Yang 24 Posture short form T’ai Chi Chuan. Appropriate for all ages.
Stephen Marmel has studied Martial Arts for 15 years, specializing in T’ai Chi and ChiGong. He has taught ChiGong also at studios on the Main Line.
Sat., 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. (Beginners)
Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17
Moving Arts of Mt. Airy (MaMa) $85
MB16. Meditation is a tool for developing peace of mind and increasing our wisdom and happiness. It also aids vitality and health in various ways, such as lowering blood pressure. Our guided meditation practice sessions include simple techniques that foster calm and clarity. Each teacher brings a particular philosophy, experiences and set of skills to this experience. For new or experienced meditators.
Dove Rosenberg, yoga and meditation teacher, has participated and led numerous meditation retreats. His sessions focus on breath to enter a silent space.
Gen Kelsang Norden is a traditional Buddhist nun. She hails from Bath, England. Each session includes a brief teaching in the Kadampa Buddhist tradition.
A. Mon., 7:15 a.m.-7:55 a.m.
Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26
B. Fri., 7:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23
Moving Arts of Mt. Airy (MaMa) $50
MB17. This class will lead you gently into basic meditation using guided imagery, focused breathing and body relaxation. We will also learn and practice a 2,500 year-old “loving kindness” meditation to create a more open and sensitive relationship with yourself and others. The skills learned in this class will assist in calming your mind and controlling the motions of daily life, as well as developing better concentration. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, and bring a pillow and a notebook.
Carol Pomplun has practiced meditation for 24 years and integrates it into her work as a wholistic healer and spiritual guide. She has taught this popular class for MALT for many years.
Tues., 8:00 p.m.-9:15 p.m.
Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20
Chestnut Hill Community Center $65
MB18. Meditation is a tool for developing peace of mind and increasing wisdom and other good qualities. When our mind is peaceful, we can be happy and enjoy life, no matter what our circumstances, and our relationships with others naturally improve. In this course, we will learn the nuts and bolts of meditation: what is meditation, how to meditate effectively, and how to establish a regular meditation practice. No experience necessary.
Gen Kelsang Norden is a traditional Buddhist nun. She hails from Bath, England. She is based at the Menlha Buddhist Center.
Sun., 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Sept. 9
Menlha Buddhist Center, 308 W. Upsal Street $25
MB19. “Have I been with you all this time, and you still do not know me?” said Jesus to the apostles when they asked him to show God to them. This course is designed to help uncover the riches of the Christian contemplative tradition, which often lie, unrecognized, right under our noses. About equally divided between information-based and experiential instruction, this overview class will examine such meditation practices as chaplet (Rosary), devotions, Ignation-style Scripture-based meditation, Centering Prayer, moving meditations like labyrinth-walking and the Way of the Cross, and eastern practices such as the Eastern Prayer.
Scott Robinson, Third Order of St. Francis, is a classroom teacher, lecturer, and retreat leader. He has studied Christian prayer and meditation formally since 1997.
Mon., 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 5421 Germantown Ave. $60
MB20. Level I Reiki (RAY-KEY) is an ancient system of hands-on healing which is as simple as the touch of a hand. Reiki translates to &#a47;Universal Life Force Energy.” The therapeutic technology that Reiki offers is the ability to channel healing energy through your hands to yourself and others. Reiki is a safe, natural way to release stress and tension, and find peace and harmony. Reiki is not a religion, nor does it have a creed or doctrine. A slide lecture will teach you how vibrational healing works. You will experience your aura (electromagnetic field) and receive a mini-treatment.
Djuna Wojton is a Reiki Master with 15 years experience. She is also a certified hypnotherapist. She has appeared on national television and hosted her own radio show.
Weds., 6:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Oct. 3.
Mt. Airy Presbyterian Church $25
MB21. Jin Shin Do synthesizes Japanese finger pressure technique with traditional Chinese acupuncture theory, Western psychology, theory of holding patterns, and Taoist yogic techniques of breathing and visualization. “Jin Shin Do” means the way of the compassionate spirit or the way of the heart since that’s where the compassionate spirit lives. The power of touch assists both the client and the practitioner in becoming more aware of who they are and what they can become. Deep release and rejuvenation of body mind tensions facilitate emotional as well as physical well-being. Through reconnecting with the body, listening to, and honoring and accepting all aspects of themselves with compassion, participants experience integration and empowerment.
Stephen Markman and Peggy Richter have been studying and practicing Jin Shin Do for 5 years. They have taught workshops and classes in Jin Shin Do, massage therapy, Reiki healing, and self-loving. They both express their compassion through healing touch and delight in sharing their hearts, knowledge, and experience with others.
Thurs., 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25
Grace Community Christian Center $50
MB22. Onica is a training for life and longevity and a healing experience. We combine yoga, dance movement, relaxation, and stress management techniques. A beginners’ class that will transform your life.
Veronica Strauss studied at the Rubin Academy of Music and Dance in Jerusalem, Israel, the National Institute of Dance and Movement in Argentina, and the Luigi Center in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She also has training in yoga and stress management. She has presented workshops and taught classes in stress management, creative movement, yoga, ballet, and dance and fitness, for all ages.
Mon., 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Unitarian Society of Germantown $50
MB23. Why do I often feel not good enough? Who was chasing me in my dreams? Why do my boss and my kids push my buttons so easily? What does flying mean? Do I need to change my job, my life? Do the dead speak to us in dreams? How do the major losses in my life keep me from intimacy? Come grow with Mr. V into the answers to all such questions. Renew the sacred boundaries around your neglected inner child.
Jim Villarreal, M.A., has been a private-practice psychotherapist in Mt. Airy for 21 years. He has 9 years post-masters training in “dreamwork” in New York.
Tues., 7:00-9:00 pm, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec. 4
*Near Stenton and Murdock Rd. $70
 Dr. Albert Schatz |
MB24. This workshop will use dowsing to obtain information about our material and subtle energy bodies and to apply this information to spiritual healing. Through subtle energy, we are all connected, interrelated, and continuously in interaction with one another and with other things. This perspective and framework of knowledge provides a different understanding of who we are and how we may regain advantages of spiritual healing. The responsibilities in doing spiritual healing will also be discussed.
Albert Schatz, Ph.D. became interested in spiritual healing because he personally experienced its effectiveness for serious problems when medical treatment was not helpful. During the past 30 years, he has been interested in subtle energy and its role in health. Dr. Schatz discovered Streptomycin, the first effective treatment for tuberculosis, and has been an active scientist for over 50 years. He has also given this and similar workshops in nine states and the District of Columbia.
Mon., 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Nov. 5, 12.
Lutheran Theological Seminary $40
MB25. This workshop is for people who experience discomfort or distress about their bodies in any way. For example, if a person habitually avoids looking into full-length mirrors, criticizes his/her body, or continually feels sad about the body, then this person is considered to have a wounded relationship with the body. This workshop can offer ways to help one begin to love the body, feel better about it, and to joyfully take care of it in special ways.
Allyson E. Joyner is a certified Reiki practitioner and life-long student of Universal Principles. She has over 10 years experience as an adult educator and workshop facilitator, teaching such diverse groups as mothers in welfare-to-work programs, and medical students in patient-relations classes. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Temple University.
Sat., 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., Oct. 6
Lutheran Theological Seminary $20
MB26. This fascinating system of 9 personality types is a development of modern psychology that has roots in spiritual wisdom from many different ancient traditions. The Enneagram is a powerful tool for understanding yourself, the ways in which you may be blocking yourself from achieving your true potential, and understanding and appreciating other types. This workshop will provide an introduction to the Enneagram and an opportunity for you to begin to discover and explore your own type. There is a $10 materials fee payable to the instructor.
Jean Hurd is a management consultant and coach. She is a Riso-Hudson certified Enneagram instructor.
Sun., 1:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m., Oct 21
Chestnut Hill Community Center $25
MB27. Earth Based Healing Practices are ceremonies performed in the outdoors to mark important life transitions. Inspired by ancient rites of passage such as the Vision Quest, these practices engage the imagination by using the mirror of nature to integrate mind, body, psyche and spirit. Such ceremonies may be used to mark: coming of age into adulthood, changes in relationships, career transitions, grief and loss, and other important life changes. This 6-hour one-day introduction is a group ceremony outdoors in the Wissahickon Valley. In an opening Council Circle, intentions are shared in a spirit of confidentiality and respect. Participants then find a power spot and sit alone for one hour to watch the mirror of nature for guidance and validation. A witnessing circle completes the ceremony. Light hiking is required.
Mickey Leone, M.S., Director of The Center for Earth Based Healing, is a Psychological Counselor with a private practice in Chestnut Hill where he sees adults, children and adolescents. He has special training in the Vision Quest and the Way of Council. Please sign up at least one week ahead so you can get written directions from the instructor.
Sat., 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Oct. 13
*Wissahickon Valley $25
MB28. Do you ever feel unheard in a group? Do you know people who don’t seem to listen, because they’re too busy planning what THEY will say next? Must every conversation turn into a polarized debate? Council addresses these common communication problems with a form inspired by Quaker meetings, tribal circles, and group dynamics. “Council” can improve habitual non-productive styles of relating as it builds community by encouraging consensus and understanding. Facilitating deep sharing of ideas, experiences and feeling when used in families, couples, schools, community groups and businesses.
Mickey Leone, M.S., Director of The Center for Earth Based Healing, is a Psychological Counselor with a private practice in Chestnut Hill. He has special training in The Vision Quest and the Way of Council.
Tues., 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m., Oct. 23
Mt. Airy Presbyterian Church $15
MB29. Many people believe that both spirituality and community are important, but in today’s world it is sometimes a struggle to feel both. One way to strengthen both spiritual awareness and community ties is through ritual. Most of us are familiar with formal rituals like weddings and funerals, but creating ritual is a skill which has not been highly emphasized. The goal of this course is to familiarize ourselves with different types and aspects of ritual, examining ritual as a spiritual tool and as a means to foster community and sisterhood. For our final meeting, we’ll celebrate a ritual we plan together.
Kathleen Furin holds an MSW from Temple University and currently works as a social worker. She has been a practicing Wiccan for 7 years and a priestess for 6.
Mon., 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
MALT Office $60
 Ruth Hoskins |
MB30. In this workshop, Ruth teaches you to suspend hard thinking (practical), replacing it with soft thinking (imagination). Applying proven techniques from the audios she has produced, Ruth will help participants open the lock of their creativity, releasing the novel and the song, freeing the artist that lives inside. In this workshop, you’ll discover how to make creativity a habit and rekindle enjoyment and enthusiasm for creative projects, by applying whole-brain thinking, integrating both left and right parts of your brain. There is a $5 materials fee payable to the instructor for her tape.
Ruth Hoskins, is a psychotherapist, and stress management consultant. She is the author and producer of two audios, “Balance Your Life with Easy Stress Solutions for You” and “Active Relaxation,” sold nationally through Barnes and Noble Bookstores and RuthsCompany.com.
Sat., 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, Oct. 6
Lutheran Theological Seminary $25
MB31. If you are interested in exploring increased self-awareness and authenticity in your life, consider this course. It is an opportunity for adults interested in self-exploration and personal growth to learn how to make deeper connections with others. This will be both descriptive as well as experiential. The approach used will be Gestalt therapy, an approach developed by Fritz Perls. This course will provide you with an opportunity to learn how to build on your skills to access your feelings, identify unhelpful thought processes, and communicate effectively what you want to express to others. Honest, straight-forward, and non-critical feedback to other individuals is the necessary basis for intimacy and enhancement in all relationships, and is one aspect of the Gestalt approach to self-awareness.
Frank Guarnaccia is a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years experience in working with adults. He is an adjunct faculty member of the Gestalt Therapy Institute of Philadelphia.
Tues., 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Sept. 25, Oct 2, 9, 16, 23.
Grace Epiphany Church $60
Sat., 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon, Oct. 6
Lutheran Theological Seminary $25
