Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Wells, ME
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General Enrichment
in Personal Enrichment at Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
YOGA 1
with Leslie Fiore, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
This intermediate class will explore the vast variety of yoga poses based in Anusara yoga. Anusara is a modern form of Hatha yoga that is heart-focused and alignment-based. Hatha yoga means the yoga of force. Please bring a mat, block, strap and blanket to class.
Instructor: Leslie Fiore
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WATERCOLOR S1 - Beginner
with Russel Whitten, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Learn and practice a variety of techniques and approaches specific to watercolor painting. Whether a beginner or experienced, enjoy a relaxing and supportive environment to paint from references, still life objects and observation. You will receive feedback and see what others are working on. Bring ideas for projects to class for instruction tailored to your needs, or participate in guided exercises to gain a deeper understanding of this medium. You may bring your own supplies, if you prefer to purchase your own supplies, please request a materials list at registration.
INSTRUCTOR: Russel Whitten studied Fine Arts and Art Education at Heartwood College of Art, Maine College of Art and Art Student League in New York. He is a member and showing artist with the Ogunquit Arts Association/Barn Gallery and The Wright Gallery in Cape Porpoise. He currently teaches art in the OOB/Saco and Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education Programs. Portfolio: Instagram@whittenrussel or Facebook
Basics of Meditation 1
with Mary Schwoerer, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Interest in Meditation & Mindfulness is on the rise. Are YOU interested in learning HOW to meditate and cultivate more EASE into your life? Meditation is an ancient wellness practice that focuses on training awareness, attention, and compassion. Research has found that meditation can reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus and concentration, and increase feelings of calm and relaxation. The good news is anyone can do it. It's a simple practice to pick up - but, it does take practice & consistency to feel the benefits.
Downsizing?
with Jill Braceland, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
This seminar is designed to offer organizing strategies to start your downsizing efforts.
Meet The Presenter Jill Braceland has been successfully delivering seminars in organizing and writing topics to adult ed programs in the local area. Her seminars have a reputation of being interactive and practical, and are presented in an easy, friendly manner.
PolyVagal Theory 101: Vagus Nerve Miracle
with Mary Schwoerer, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Relaxation anyone? Our Vagus Nerve is the longest Cranial Nerve in our
body and is responsible for emotional & physical health. Simply by
stimulating this nerve, our body can unwind & de-stress.
THIS IS A WORKSHOP
Presenter: Mary M Schwoerer, M. Ed. Counselor, Certified
Eden Method Practitioner, Reiki Master, Spiritual Director,
Yoga Teacher * the focus of my life mission is helping others achieve greater health & vitality on the journey towards wellness.
Cookie Decorating w/ Baked by Cam
with Casey Marsh, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Come learn how to decorate sugar cookies with me! Because of the demand and popularity of the decorated sugar cookies I have decided to teach a beginners class on how to decorate. I will provide 6 cookies and royal icing for decorating. Each month will have a different theme that I have preplanned. This is a beginners class so everyone is welcome! Check out my website at bakedbycam.com
Instructor: Casey Marsh - Casey fell in love with baking years ago while baking annual Christmas cookies with her mother and grandmother. She has always been a creative and artistic person (who also LOVES to feed people) so it only made sense that she start a business doing just that! She is a fully licensed home baker. She completed the baking and pastry associates program at York County Community College, but the majority of her skills are self taught.
Yoga All Levels
with Barbara E. McGranahan, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Connect with your body and mind and spirit; yoga is the art of listening to all parts of your highest self. Join others for Hatha yoga postures linked with the breath and experience the powerful effect on all body systems. Reduce stress, stay flexible, and wind down from the day’s activity. Please bring a yoga mat. Recommended props include blanket, blocks, bolster, and strap
Instructor Bio: I have three Bachelor degrees—Secondary Education (English), Nursing and Metaphysics. My teaching experience includes elementary, secondary, and university levels. My nursing career included Process Improvement and Clinical Operations consulting with a national proprietary home health corporation. And I transitioned to remote Utilization Management collaboration with hospital treatment teams specializing in regulatory standards. My transition to wellness practice education has afforded me a healthy lifestyle as well as an entrepreneurial opportunity outside of healthcare.
Barbara McGranahan, BSN, RN
ACSM Exercise Physiology, Certified, AAFA Group Fitness, Certified
Zumba, Zumba Gold, Strong Nation, Licensed, Silver Sneakers and Renew Active, Certified
Ballroom S2
with Sergei Slussky, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education
Foxtrot, Waltz, East Coast Swing
Instructor: Sergei Slussky