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Relieve Chronic Pain with Hypnosis
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Relieve Chronic Pain with Hypnosis

$54

with Hugh Sadlier, M.Ed., Windham/Raymond Adult Education

Think of chronic pain as a serious issue, but also a symptom of what caused it. Hypnosis can help you identify the underlying cause(s), disconnect their impact, and relieve (and possibly eliminate) the pain.

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Supporting Your ADHD Kid

$60

with Shannon Lindsay, Deer Isle Adult and Community Education

Calendar Apr 23, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

As the parents of an ADHD kid, you know that your child is extremely smart, funny, and creative. They're also likely to be great problem solvers, story-tellers, and entertainers.

However, kids with ADHD also have challenges. In order to really shine, they need systems in their lives to help manage our symptoms.

Join ADHD Coach Shannon Lindsay for a six-week course that will help you better understand your child's ADHD diagnosis and implement techniques to manage their symptoms and set your family up for success.

 

Yoga for Every Body

$65

with Katie Beane-Lewis, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Apr 23, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 7 weeks

There is no wrong way to have a body and there is no wrong body for yoga. ! The practice of yoga benefits every body and this class is especially designed for people who may not feel like they fit the description of the typical yoga student. While you do not need to be a specific size, shape, or ability level to attend, special attention will be paid to modifications for larger bodies and bodies with mobility and/or flexibility challenges. Classes will move through a modified slow flow and offered in a manner that respects and celebrates differences and encourages strength building, balance, flexibility, and self-acceptance. Breathwork and meditation will also be explored.

w/ Katie Beane-Lewis (RYT 500hr, YACAP)

 

Full Course

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention, Extension Movements

$59

with Dennis Fallo, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

AN EMPOWERING PROGRAM GREAT FOR BEGINNERS!

Dr. Paul Lam combines his medical and Tai Chi expertise to create a very therapeutic tool with this short program. It is an easy program that anyone can learn. It was designed to help folks recover from stress, tiredness, injury, surgical procedures, and stroke, while improving balance, focus, and coordination. Self-management is the most empowering way to take control of your health and wellness. This rehabilitation program is a great start!

Come, be safe, have fun, and relax!

Loose, comfortable clothing and flat-bottom shoes suitable for exercise are recommended.

You can learn this program seated or standing.

INSTRUCTOR: Dennis Fallo is a certified instructor through the Tai Chi for Health Institute founded byDr. Paul Lam, M.D.

Full Course

QiGong: The Eight Pieces of Brocade

$48

with Gianna Settin, RSU 24 Adult Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 1:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks
1 additional session on Jun 12, 2024

QiGong is an Asian “medicinal martial art” developed in ancient times to provide ongoing health and fitness. This simple, gentle, easy to learn set of daily exercises is designed to regulate, strengthen and harmonize the organ systems and general energy flow of Chi in the body. The practice is very grounding and strengthens not only body but also mind. In these four classes, you learn the complete set of Standing “Eight Brocades”, along with breathing meditation, imagery and sound healing. The movements can be adapted for those needing to be seated. Class handouts for home practice are included. Please bring a yoga mat, if you have one and wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move. Chairs will be in the room.

“Keeping your body healthy is an expression of gratitude to the whole cosmos – the trees, the clouds, everything.” Thich Nhat Hanh

Gianna Settin is a retired PhD Psychologist and Gerontologist and has been an alternative health provider and workshop presenter for over 25 years. Formerly through Avanti Healing Arts, and now in her coaching practice, she offers QiGong, Reiki and Meditation to support mental and emotional wellness. A long-time Reiki MasterTeacher, she specializes in Reiki with Animals and Plants and is a published author of the books Reiki: The Mystery Teachings, and Spirit of Trees, and the Healing Dance. Gianna lives in Sorrento with her dog Barnaby where she is happiest outdoors in Nature, gardening, hiking or reading a good book.

American Heart Association First Aid

$45

with Charissa Kerr, Gray-New Gloucester Adult Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 4 pm

This course covers bleeding that you can see and bleeding you cannot see; treating for shock, and how and when to call emergency services. A certification from the American Heart Association will be presented at course completion. Workbooks are not included with this class but can be purchased in advance for $10. This workbook covers CPR and First Aid. Please indicate on registration form if you want to purchase.

Boat America

$50

with U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, York Adult Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 5:30 pm, runs for 3 weeks

Boat America is a National Association of Boating Law Administrators certificate class that offers an in-depth and interesting boating safety course, and provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boating certificate.

Some insurance companies will also offer discounts on boating insurance to boaters who successfully complete this course.

Introduction to Boating – Types of power boats, boating vocabulary, sailboats, paddle boats, powering boats, and engine types.

Boating Law – Boat registration, regulations, hull identification numbers, required safety equipment, Federal boating law, state boating law, and reporting accidents.

Safety Equipment – Life jackets, fire extinguishers, sound-producing devices, visual distress signals, anchors, and other safety equipment.

Safe Operation and Navigation – Buoys and beacons, aids to navigation, navigation rules, docking, and the dangers of alcohol on the water.

Boating Emergencies – Hypothermia, boating accidents, man overboard, capsizing, emergency radio calls, carbon monoxide dangers, and weather.

Trailering – Types of trailers, lights, hitches, towing a trailer.

Sports and Boating – Water-skiing, hunting and hunting gear, PWC operation, and other boating tips.

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BYO Ball

$25

with Emma Holder, Portland Adult Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 5:30 pm

The stability ball targets strength, balance, core, and so much more. Enjoyable and challenging techniques will insert this versatile and powerful tool into your fitness routine. Beginner through athlete welcome - you must be able to easily get up and down off the floor to do this class. Bring a stability ball, yoga mat, water and sneakers. http://emmaholder.com/fitness

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