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| 7 programs under category Adult / Health & Wellness. |
| Age: Adult (18-99) |
Instructor: Angela Inglis |
(open/max.): 12/12 |
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| Ayurveda, the Traditional Medicine of India, shows us that each of us has a unique body-mind make-up, so our diet and lifestyle must also be individually-designed to meet our needs. Discover how the seasons, the food you eat and the activities you engage in affect your individual psychobiological balance. Learn how to modify foods with cooking techniques and the addition of spices, to make them more appropriate for your constitution. Find out how to alter your diet each season to prevent illness before it strikes. Rediscover self-sufficiency with Ayurveda. *Pre-requisite: completion of The Ayurvedic Way: Discovering your Body-Mind Type. Those with prior knowledge of Ayurveda and their constitution may also attend upon approval from the instructor (call Angie: 604.897.7411).
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| Age: Adult (18-99) |
Instructor: Angela Inglis |
(open/max.): 11/12 |
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| Take charge of your health and rediscover vitality with Ayurveda (Traditional Medicine of India). Whether you want to control weight, reduce anxiety, manage stress, or cope with physical ailments, understanding your unique psychobiological constitution will help you find the most effective route to a healthier mind and body right now. Determine your individual Ayurvedic Constitution and learn how to integrate a variety of Ayurvedic principles into your everyday life. Discover the sense of well-being that arises when we gain a deeper understanding of our minds and bodies and become the orchestrators of our own health.
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| Age: Adult (16-99) |
Instructor: Christine Walden |
(open/max.): 11/12 |
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| Because it is your brain that tells your muscles what to do, why not take advantage of its innate capacity to learn, thereby improving your flexibility, mobility, breathing, posture, and relieve stress and pain. Beneficial in sports, dance and everyday living. No class Apr. 5th. Drop-in $12. |
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| Age: Adult (16-99) |
Instructor: Brian Ruhe |
(open/max.): 18/20 |
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| This is an interactive course which aims to elucidate some of the main doctrines of Theravada Buddhism*,* such as mindfulness, karma & the round of rebirth, ethics, reducing stress and anger, enlightenment, plus social teaching. Expect some fun too! Includes short periods of breath, walking and loving kindness meditation taught in a clear, step-by-step way. The instructor, Brian Ruhe, trained as a monk in Thailand and is a leading teacher of the Theravada tradition in Vancouver. His book and CD extra. Info: theravada.ca or 738-8475.
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| Age: Adult (16-99) |
Instructor: Brian Ruhe |
(open/max.): 8/20 |
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| Meditation isn't easy. Learn breath, metta and walking techniques to focus your mind and feel more inner strength and peace. Learn five ways to remove distracting thoughts, ways to deal with difficult situations, find antidotes to anger, worry and sleeplessness. Infuse mindfulness into your life. Instructor is a former monk; his book and CD extra. Info: theravada.ca or 738-8475. |
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| Age: Adult (50-100) |
Instructor: TBA |
(open/max.): 9/10 |
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| For individuals diagnosed with MS. Join this informal group in sharing & caring. For further information, please contact contact Wendy St Marie and Violet Hann 736-1240. No meeting April 2 - Good Friday. |
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| Start: Jan 08 End: Apr 30 |
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm |
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Fee: $0 |
No Online Reg. |
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| Age: Adult (18-99) |
Instructor: Victoria Pawlowski |
(open/max.): 11/12 |
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| Managing your Carbs for optimal energy and healthy aging. The glycemic index is a ranking of carbohydrates based on their immediate effect on blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. Low GI means a smaller rise in blood glucose levels after meals, can help people lose weight, can improve the body s sensitivity to insulin, can improve diabetes control, can keep you fuller for longer and can prolong physical endurance. This seminar focuses on making sense of carbs and the glycemic index for weight and blood sugar control that can help with moods, stress and sports performance.
Victoria Pawlowski, RD, MEd., RCC is a registered dietitian and psycho-nutritional therapist with over 25 years experience helping people transform their health through whole foods, optimal nutrition and mindful eating. www.victoriapawlowski.com |
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