Forbes shared in an article from November 22, 2022, "Today, almost half of the U.S. population, or 133 million Americans (CDC), are living with at least one chronic condition and 40% of adults suffer from two or more. Heart disease and diabetes are two leading causes of death, with diabetes affecting about 1 in 10 Americans. In adults ages 65 and older, hypertension and high cholesterol are the most prevalent maladies."

This Course will cover:

• What is nutrition.
• How to make dietary changes.
• Learn about other factors in the environment and our lifestyle that affect our health.
• Making sound Environmental factors and lifestyle changes

Sharon Infante is a Medical Qigong Practitioner, MQP and health and wellness advocate. During her studies with 3 Treasures, Dr. Nan Lu focused on health, learning tai chi, qigong medical qigong, sound healing, reiki, Tao Yin Yoga, energy work, mediation, and nutrition. She enjoys researching, reading and learning about health, vitality, and wellness for her personal selfcare and sharing with others. She has reversed her health issues, with Lyme Disease, Autoimmune SLE, and is currently working on Liver disease.

Our health is not just about gut microbiome but is also influenced by nutrition, genetics, climate, environment, lifestyle like your work, hobbies, physical activity, entertainment, and rest. Our body when given what it needs is able to live pain and disease free living in homeostasis. It’s up to us to find the balance and maintain it.

Her journey into selfcare practices started 25 years ago and continues to learn as she is a lifelong learner and knows it is possible to live to 100 and beyond. Sharon is a board of director for four years for the Healer Within Foundation leading community practice groups, online classes and in person retreats for transformation. She holds certifications as a Senior Trainer for tai chi. Qigong, meditation, massage. She is also trained through Universal Healing Tao, IIQTC as TCEPL & HWPL Senior Trainer, leads community healing with Sound Vibration Frequency.

This one session lecture will take place on Monday, June 2 from 1:30 to 2:30 at River House located at 179 Marine St. in St. Augustine.

For ages 18 and up.

A low-impact class designed to improve flexibility, range of motion, and stability through a combination of stretching exercises and balance-focused movements, to enhance overall mobility and reduce fall risk. The class incorporates various static and dynamic stretches alongside exercises that challenge balance and coordination across the body. 

Equipment needed: 

• Yoga Mat,
• yoga strap (optional)
• light dumbbells (optional)

Katie is on a mission to empower everyone with the mantra "get stronger to live longer." As an ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor since 2018 she brings her passion for health and wellness to the St. Augustine community through a variety of engaging classes. Specializing in Body Pump, Indoor Cycle, Boot Camp, Core & Flexibility, and Active Older Adult Classes, Katie ensures her sessions are both enjoyable and challenging. Her journey is a testament to the adage that age is just a number, as she achieved her lifelong ambition of becoming a fitness instructor at 44.

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 from 9 to 10 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Get ready for a morning of excitement and adventure at the picturesque River House located on the Matanzas River! Learn how to clean your catch. Hands on fish cleaning. Each participant will get to clean a fish while being instructed through each step. All methods will be taught. .

Book your spot now to learn how to clean your fish for dinner! 

The group is limited to 10 total. Don't miss out on this fun Fishing event/activity!

This class will meet, rain or shine and will be mainly outdoors, so bring your sunscreen.

This class will meet on Tuesday, June 3 from 9 to 10:30 at River House (179 Marine St.).

Please note that this is a one session class.

For ages 18 and up.

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. 

Class is 60 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 Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 from 9:15 to 10:15 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Exercise class that is easily adapted to any fitness level.  Can be done sitting or standing.  Every Tuesday in June.  

Join the River House Independence Day Choir! 

We'll prepare a short program of patriotic songs, a capella, in two part harmony, to perform in honor of Independence Day at the Sunshine Center across the street from River House and Bay View located next door. Song sheets and recordings of the soprano and alto lines will be available to download before the start of class.

Bring a pencil.

No previous choral or singing experience is necessary. 

There will be a performance during the last class in June for those who are interested.

Singing teacher and classical singer Abigail Dyer was born in West Orange, New Jersey. With a private voice studio in St Augustine Beach and over 20 years' experience teaching opera professionals and amateur singers alike, Abby specializes in developing healthy vocal technique in the service of expressive singing.

Abby is a graduate of Vassar College (BA) and Columbia University (MA, M.Phil., Ph.D.), and the Mannes College Wagner Theater Program.

Class sessions will be held Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 from 10:15 to 11:15 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Qigong is the art of cultivating our vital energy or life force using gentle movements coordinated with breathing. It promotes health and vitality. Tai Chi is the epitome of qigong. It is a healing art, a moving meditation, and a slow graceful dance. It relaxes the body and focuses the mind. It improves balance and posture. We'll learn a variety of standing qigong methods as well as the famous Cheng Man-Ching (Yang style) Tai Chi form. Please wear loose comfortable clothing and, if possible, flat-bottomed shoes.

Scott Farber, Ph.D., has been practicing and teaching Tai Chi & Qigong for over forty years. He has studied the form, push hands and sword.  As an apprentice in the international School of Tai Chi Chuan, he completed fifteen years of intensive teacher training.  A former college professor, he now serves as a health and wellness consultant, teaching yoga, tai chi and meditation.

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine)

For ages 18 and up.

Bienvenidos, 

In this course you will learn basic Spanish. You will also learn everyday phrases, commonly used words, colloquial words used by Spanish speakers, the history and customs of different countries, as well as “Castilian-Castellano” the language brought to this beautiful town by Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles and his crew. You will be surprised of how much Spanish you already know. Don’t forget your notebook (cuaderno) and pen/pencil (bolígrafo /lápiz). 

María Teresa Martínez is a native Spanish speaker, born in Havana, Cuba. Her family ancestry is from Spain. She came to the United States in 1968 and learned English as a high school student in Dover, Delaware. She has taught from early childhood to college level Spanish.  She also served as a medical and judicial interpreter for many years as the owner of a  translation and interpretation business. Since retiring to San Augustine she has enjoyed teaching Spanish classes at the River House/COA. Her courses provide an interesting mix of learning the Spanish language while enjoying tidbits about the colonial history of our city Saint Augustine and Spain. 

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 from 11 to 12:30 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.