This dynamic yet gentle class is for all ages, accommodating beginners as well as those who want to deepen their practice. Using teaching demonstrations and detailed guidance, each class proceeds in a safe and slow way to instruct the basics of (Kripalu) yoga postures, breathwork and meditation. Plenty of modifications and variations will be given for different body types. 

Classes are 90 minutes and include an opening centering, gentle warmups, postures (asanas), breathwork (pranayama), and a long closing relaxation (yoga nidra). 

Please bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, and blanket or cushion to sit on.

Scott Farber, Ph.D., E-RYT 500/YACEP. Scott has been practicing yoga, meditation, and t'ai chi since the 1970s. A former college professor, with a doctorate in philosophy of education, he has traveled and taught all over the world. He now serves as a lead trainer in the Discovery Yoga School, offering a variety of yoga classes, workshops and teacher trainings.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, November 4, 18 and December 2, 9 from 9:15 to 10:45 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Chess, as in playing casual, over the board chess will transform you through the practice of contemplation. Every piece is a possibility. This class will not only teach you how to play chess, it will take you through an unusual perspective of the history, the culture, and the realms of mystery, defeat, victory and belief. It will impress upon you how making choices on the board, as well as in your life, will shift into better decision making just by playing chess. You don’t have to be a genius either to have this valuable tool.

Estelle Thibodeau has a chess club in St. Augustine, called The Cheesy Chess Club and is an ordained minister active in the art of contemplation and choice. Make your move to the COA's River House for this fascinating perspective on chess. 

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, November 4, 18 and December 2, 9 from 9:30 to 11 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

This Stretching and Mobility class will help you improve your flexibility and increase your range of motion (mobility) which affects your posture, health, and daily functions. You will experience both static and dynamic stretching and learn how to perform stretches correctly. A relaxation meditation will conclude each class. Please bring a yoga mat and either a small towel or stretch strap. 

Mindy Mylrea is the 2017 Life Time Achievement Award Winner for CanFitPro , 2016 Empower Instructor of the Year, 2015 PFP Trainer of the Year, 2015 International Presenter of the Year, 2013 CanFitPro Specialty Presenter of the Year, 2008 ECA OBOW Fitness Presenter of the Year, the 2004 Can Fit Pro International Presenter of the Year, the 1999 International IDEA Fitness Instructor of the Year, and a National and World Aerobic Champion. She is an international presenter, author, motivational speaker, video and TV personality, and CEC provider for ACE, NASM, CanFitPro, and AFAA. She is the creator and lead talent behind Gliding, Tabata Bootcamp, Extreme HIIT, Fluid Strength, and the nonprofit One Day to Wellness. She is a master trainer and on the pro development team for Schwinn Cycling, Silver and Fit, Savvier Fitness, and Bosu. She has authored numerous articles and stars in 1000’s of educational and consumer fitness videos. 

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, November 4, 18 and December 2, 9  from 10:15 to 11:15 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30

For ages 18 and up.

Discover a yoga practice that has therapeutic benefits for seniors who may not be able to stand for long periods of time or may be uncomfortable seated on the floor.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, November 4, 18 and December 2, 9 from 11:00 - noon at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30.

For ages 18 and up.

Spanish for Fun and Travel is a mixed-level class for beginning and intermediate students. Beginners will learn essential grammar, rules of pronunciation, and words and phrases useful to travel. Intermediate students will be encouraged to use those same words and phrases as starting points for free-form conversation, with attention to grammar and pronunciation.

Abigail Dyer has a BA in Spanish Language and Literature from Vassar College and a Ph.D. in European History from Columbia University. She is fluent in Spanish and German, has lived and worked in Spain and Germany, and has decades of experience teaching foreign languages. 

Bring pen and paper for taking notes.

Class sessions are on Mondays, November 4, 18 and December 2, 9 from 11:30 to 12:30 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

No class sessions on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30.

For ages 18 and up.

This is a lower intensity version of a regular Zumba class.

Zumba Gold introduces easy-to-follow dance moves that focus on balance, range of motion and coordination. Class sessions will focus on cardiovascular, muscular conditionins, balance and flexibilty.

Supplies needed:

• Water,
• Towel
• Comfortable clothes that you can move in
• Sneakers
• Light hand weights (optional)

Angela has been doing Zumba for 12 years and teaching for 10.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, November 4, 18 and December 2, 9 from 12:15 to 1:15 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Class sessions will focus on different topics with hands on time to instruct participants in learning and to insure carryover. 

The first class session will focus on learning more basics than you ever want to know.

Second class session will use the Photos app to organize albums and make slide shows.

Third class session you'll be instructed on using Apple Maps.

Final class session will be customizing your device along with requested topics from session participants.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, November 4, 18 and December 2, 9 from 12:45 - 1:45 at River House (179 Marine St. St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

For beginners and experienced dancers who love classical ballet and the meditative focus it demands. Emphasis in this class will be on understanding the ideals of ballet within the confines of our mature and varied body types, building the strength and flexibility that support the technique, and the presentational qualities ballet demands. The class will include barre and center work but will not include jumps or turns unless members of the class request them. Alternative movement will be provided for those who are not comfortable with turns or jumps.

Ballet shoes are recommended.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, November 4, 18 and December 2, 9 from 1:30 - 3 at River House (179 Marine St.)

No class sessions on Nov. 11, 25 and Dec. 16, 23, 30.

Class is for ages 18 and up.