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Qigong is a 5,000-year-old mind-body practice, developing vital energy by integrating movement, breathing techniques and mental focus. Qigong is a series of Tai Chi movements- gentle, flowing, meditative and self-healing. Sitting or standing options are available for people of every age and physical condition. Tai Chi is a Chinese Martial Art and form of stylized, meditative exercise, slow circular and stretching movements. Combining these disciplines, create a perfect opportunity for beginners to experience the health benefits associated with Qigong and Tai Chi: increases agility, loosen muscles, improves bone density, prevents joint injury, strengthens ligaments, increase injury recovery, decreases stress, balances emotions, improves circulation, lowers heart rate, lowers blood pressure, increases immune system, relieves migraines, improves posture, improves flexibility, and fall prevention. These benefits and the research behind them are document in the recently released in Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi. “Through our practice we contribute to a 'healing field', when we heal ourselves, we help to heal the world” - Dr. Roger Jahnke. The instructor, Bina Bou, is passionate about working with teachers, nurses, those working in the school district and her community. For more information, please visit binabouchi.com, mindbodyfocusQi.com or contact Bina Bou at 480-284-1300 or binab75@gmail.com.

Qigong is a 5,000-year-old mind-body practice, developing vital energy by integrating movement, breathing techniques and mental focus. Qigong is a series of Tai Chi movements- gentle, flowing, meditative and self-healing. Sitting or standing options are available for people of every age and physical condition. Tai Chi is a Chinese Martial Art and form of stylized, meditative exercise, slow circular and stretching movements. Combining these disciplines, create a perfect opportunity for beginners to experience the health benefits associated with Qigong and Tai Chi: increases agility, loosen muscles, improves bone density, prevents joint injury, strengthens ligaments, increase injury recovery, decreases stress, balances emotions, improves circulation, lowers heart rate, lowers blood pressure, increases immune system, relieves migraines, improves posture, improves flexibility, and fall prevention. These benefits and the research behind them are document in the recently released in Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi. “Through our practice we contribute to a 'healing field', when we heal ourselves, we help to heal the world” - Dr. Roger Jahnke. The instructor, Bina Bou, is passionate about working with teachers, nurses, those working in the school district and her community. For more information, please visit binabouchi.com, mindbodyfocusQi.com or contact Bina Bou at 480-284-1300 or binab75@gmail.com.

Self-Defense is just as much about mental discipline as applying physical tactics. Self-awareness, intelligent decision making along with interpersonal training promotes integrity, respect, focus, discipline, self-confidence and self-control. Other benefits include physical fitness and personal growth and protection. In 6-weeks, this course will apply physics and psychology to real world scenarios. These skills can be adapted to both men and women of all ages regardless of experience. Individuals will learn how to recognize cues of pre-contact threat, fear management skills, confrontation management, control tactics, defensive strategies and force delivery techniques. Give yourself the opportunity to become more powerful, more aware and more confident! Instructor: Rich Alten, Alten Martial Arts and Fitness Certified Personal Trainer Through National Academy of Sports Medicine (NSAM), CPR/AED Certified, 23 Years of Martial Arts and Integrated Fitness Science, Contact Rich Alten @ 602-708-9906 or richaltenmartialartsfitness@cox.net

Yoga for All Levels utilizes Yoga postures (ananas) and stretches in combination with the breath to develop flexibility and relaxation. Yoga encourages proper alignment of the body to bring balance, strength, and calmness to the actioner. All levels welcome. Modification are offered for beginners. Please bring your own mat, towel and water bottle.For class information, please contact Sharon Lynn at slynn@vosymca.org. If you are a YMCA member, you receive a reduced Member Fee. See details below. All registrations go through ECS. 

Yoga for All Levels utilizes Yoga postures (ananas) and stretches in combination with the breath to develop flexibility and relaxation. Yoga encourages proper alignment of the body to bring balance, strength, and calmness to the actioner. All levels welcome. Modification are offered for beginners. Please bring your own mat, towel and water bottle.For class information, please contact Sharon Lynn at slynn@vosymca.org. If you are a YMCA member, you receive a reduced Member Fee. See details below. All registrations go through ECS.