Holistic Wellness April Class Highlights

By Christine Hall

THINKIE Tanks

By appointment. Please contact Sarah for questions or to sign up for a time.

Experience an innovative brain training system by Thinkie! Thinkie is a safe and scientifically proven system that’s designed to improve mental speed, memory, and concentration. Join us for a Thinkie Tank in the Wellness Center and explore a variety of brain games that stimulate cognitive function and sharpen mental agility. With staff on hand to assist and guide, you can enjoy a fun and supportive environment while working on key areas of brain fitness. Please sign up, space is limited. Each person will have a 30-minute slot.

Balance Boost
Friday, April 3
3-5pm
Wellness Center

Balance Boost is a series of activities taught by doctoral students at the University of Puget Sound’s School of Physical Therapy. The activities are designed to improve strength and coordination of movements that enhance balance and promote function.

 Station #1: Specific exercises chosen to improve the strength, endurance, and coordination of muscles used in standing, walking, stepping, etc.

 Station #2: An obstacle course will be used to challenge awareness of the environment and coordination of movements needed to navigate the course.

 Station #3: Movement to and from the floor will be trained to promote maximum efficiency and safety.

Neurographic Art: Gratitude
Wednesday, April 9
2pm
Wellness Center

Discover the power of gratitude through Neurographic Art! In this creative and reflective session, we’ll use simple yet powerful neurographic techniques to transform our thoughts of gratitude into beautiful, flowing artwork. No experience needed- just as open mind and a willingness to explore. All materials provided.

Restorative Yoga And Live Cello With Karen Laura Peters (Made possible by a generous donation to the Holistic Wellness Program)
Thursday, April 10
2pm
Wellness Center

Enjoy a calming and restorative yoga workshop with live cello & singing by Karen Laura Peters. This workshop will begin with gentle movements to ease into the practice. Then we will build about 7 restorative yoga poses and rest in them for 5 to 10 minutes each. The restorative poses will be accompanied by live cello and singing.

The Duo: Karen Laura Peters & Tara Chugh
Tuesday, April 15
2pm
Wellness Center

 Listening to the PNW based duo of Karen Laura Peters & Tara Chugh is a captivating experience of heart & soul. As a cello, piano duo they bring rich cello melodies, emotional piano artistry and lush harmonies to synthesize human experiences and emotions. Karen and Tara are musical storytellers and have a unique blend of folk, contemporary and soulful tones.

Gong Meditation and Sound Bath
(Made possible by a generous donation to the Holistic Wellness Center)
Wednesday, April 16
2pm
Wellness Center

The 90- minute event includes a discussion on the healing attributes of the Gong, a 62-minute Gong Meditation, followed by sweets & community. Join us on a transformative journey of healing and deep relaxation, as we bathe every cell of the body in therapeutic sound and vibration. The Gong acoustically elevates us, creating a deep, spontaneous meditative state that restores harmony and vitality to the mind, body and soul. The pure, penetrating sound waves of the Gong will leave you feeling tuned, refreshed and connected with your intuitive personal power.

 Support Group For People Whose Partners Have Dementia
 Wednesday, April 16
 3pm

Join us for a gathering of a support group focused specifically for those who are assisting a loved one with Dementia. You must RSVP with Sarah Doerner to reserve your spot and receive the location. This meeting is capped at 12 people.

Acrylic Pours
Thursday, April 17
2pm
TJ Craft Room

Acrylic pour string technique involves dipping a string into acrylic paint, creating a design on a canvas and then pulling the string to create a unique, layered effect. 

All materials will be provided. 

Shadow Boxes with Pam Baker
Wednesday, April 23
2pm
Wellness Center

This month’s Art Expression is with Pam Baker: “I have been collecting seashells since I was a small child. I would like to share these shells by having you each make an 8×8 inch shadow box display of shells you choose. If you have seashells of your own to display, please bring those too if they are thin enough to fit in a 1.5 inch thick box.” All materials will be provided. No previous experience necessary. Spots are limited, please RSVP if you are interested.

For a complete Holistic Wellness calendar please click here https://www.franketobeyjones.com/community/events/program-calendars/

To participate in the Holistic Wellness program you must be a FTJ Wellness member.  If you would like to learn more about the FTJ Wellness or Holistic Wellness Programs, contact Sarah Doerner at sdoerner@franketobeyjones.com or 253-756-6387.

If you are a FTJ Wellness Center member, please RSVP to Sarah to participate in any class.  THANK YOU!