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Holistic Wellness January Class Highlights

By Christine Hall

January 1, 2025
group of seniors doing yoga

Line Dance
Mondays 1pm-2pm

Besides being just plain fun, line dancing has some amazing benefits to our health. Studies have shown that participating in line dancing classes may help reduce the risk of falls as you learn to harmonize the senses and spatial awareness of the hands, eyes, legs and ears. In addition, it may help lower the risk of cognitive disorders like Alzheimer’s or early on-set dementia by creating new synapses between neurons in the brain through memorizing steps and coordinating movements to music. This is a low- to- moderate impact dance class aimed at improving cardiovascular health, muscular strength, flexibility, coordination and balance.

Qigong & Tai Chi
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-9:45am
(Class starts Tuesday, January 7th, 2025)

Experience how Qigong and Tai Chi engage mind, body, and spirit through coordinated movements and focused breathing moving gracefully and effortlessly, always allowing energy to flow freely throughout the body for more energy, vitality, and wellbeing.

Gentle Yoga
Tuesdays and Thursdays 11am-12pm

Slow steady paced postures & conscious movement with breath. Chair Modifications for access at all levels.

Meditation
Fridays 12pm-12:30pm

Meditation can relieve stress, anxiety and help to manage pain. It can improve focus, memory, sleep, mood and even digestion! The guided sessions are done by sitting comfortably in a chair with no movement required.

Commit Fit Dance
Fridays 1pm-2pm

Commit Dance Fitness is a fun High Intensity Training (HIIT) inspired dance program. We teach to all ages and abilities, combining several genres of music. Commit choreography is taught in levels to introduce movement and modification to ensure each student’s success.

FEBRUARY SNEAK PREVIEW…

LOVE and other 4 letter words
Thursday, February 13 2pm, FTJ Wellness Center
“Where there is love there is life.” Mahatma Gandhi

Discover the healing power of love. We’ll learn why our heart is our source of intelligence and inner guidance that can empower us to navigate life, improve our overall well-being, and align with our true purpose. (Made possible by a generous donation to the Holistic Wellness Program)

Mini Winter Hat Class
Tuesday, February 18 2pm, FTJ Wellness Center

Start saving your paper towel and toilet paper rolls now. You won’t want to miss this chance to warm someone’s heart with a mini winter hat. Learn how to upcycle your toilet paper or paper towel roll with some yarn. It’s the perfect craft for a long winter day. Enjoy good company, warm tea and a simple yet fun craft! No experience necessary. Materials will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own yarn & paper towel/ toilet paper rolls!  (Made possible by a generous donation to the Holistic Wellness Program)

Can You Hear Me Now? Understanding Hearing Loss: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Thursday, February 27 2pm,  FTJ Wellness Center

Dr. Yi Shen, Professor in the Speech and Hearing Department at the University of Washington, will deliver an insightful presentation on hearing loss. The talk will explore key aspects of hearing loss, including its diagnosis, treatment options, and the latest advancements in related technologies. Attendees will also participate in breakout sessions featuring hearing screenings, a review of various over-the-counter hearing aids, and discussions on managing hearing difficulties. This interactive format aims to provide practical knowledge and hands-on experience with the tools and interventions shaping the future of hearing care. Thank you to the University of Washington Retirement Association for helping to organize this program.

For a complete list of Holistic Wellness classes and programs click here: https://www.franketobeyjones.com/community/events/program-calendars/

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