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Chair Yoga on Wednesdays in August at River House
with Rebecca Dawson

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 Wednesdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Guitar 2 for Beginners on Wednesdays in August at River House
with Dennis Fermin

Guitar 2 for Beginners:
Learning more open string chords
Dominant 7th chords using 12 Bar Blues arrangement
Smoother chord changes
Having fun learning more pop / classic rock songs
Supplies needed
- Acoustic Guitar
- Compact Music Stand
- Pen or Pencil for notes
Dennis Fermin has been playing guitar for over 30 years and joyfully helping others learn to play along the way. As a graduate from Musician's Institute of California, he has the skills and the patience to teach on many different topics and styles of music. Currently you can hear him perform locally as Fermin Spanish Guitar.
Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 from 11:30 to 1 at River House (179 Marine St. St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Line Dance on Wednesdays in August at River House
with Ramona Walter

Come learn the fun dance art of Line Dance with a lively variety of music including Pop, Country, and Latin.
Wear comfortable shoes, preferably with leather bottoms.
Ramona is the former owner of Mona Gail Dance Center. She studied Ballroom dance under Jack Kalan and became a teacher at the age of sixteen. While working with Fred Astaire she became the Tri-State Dance Director. Ramona is a multi National Championship winner. She has experience in choreography and her local students won first place in the "I Love Dance Competition" at World Golf Village in 2020.
Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27 from 11:45 to 12:45 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Beginner or Easy Tai Chi - COA Center at UF Health Nocatee
with Dennis Shiels

Instructor Dennis Shiels will guide you through a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Sometimes described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi promotes serenity and connects the mind and body. This 1 hour class is for people who are beginners or easier version of Tai Chi. Open to all adults 18+ for 4 Wednesdays in July at 12:00 Noon.
Advanced Tai Chi - COA Center at UF Health Nocatee
with Dennis Shiels

Instructor Dennis Shiels will guide you through a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches. Sometimes described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi promotes serenity and connects the mind and body. This 1 hour class is for people who have previuosly taken Tai Chi. Open to all adults 18+ for 4 Wednesdays in August at 1:00 p.m.
Chair Yoga on Thursdays in August at River House
with Rebecca Dawson

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 Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 from 9:00 - 10:00 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Belly Dance Basics and Beyond on Thursdays in August at River House
with Gina Marie Newman

Welcome to Level 2 Belly Dance, the next step in your dance journey with Gina! This class is specifically designed for students who have successfully completed Gina's Level 1 Belly Dance class and are ready to build on their foundational skills. Please check class requirements for additional requirements.
In Level 2, we will shift our focus towards learning to perform choreography, integrating the movements and techniques you have mastered into beautiful, fluid routines.
What You'll Learn:
- Choreography Integration: Learn to combine various bellydance movements into seamless choreography.
- Performance Techniques: Discover how to enhance your dance with expressive gestures, emotional engagement, and stage presence.
- Group Dynamics: Practice dancing in synchrony with a group, honing your ability to perform in unison with others.
Class Structure:
- Warm-Up: Gentle stretching and conditioning to prepare your body for dance.
- Technique Review: Quick recap of key movements from Level 1 to ensure a strong foundation.
- Choreography Breakdown: Step-by-step instruction on new dance routines, with a focus on mastering each section before moving on.
- Drills and Repetition: Practice sequences to build muscle memory and precision.
- Performance Practice: Opportunities to perform the learned choreography, with constructive feedback from Gina.
Requirements:
- Completion of Gina's Level 1 Belly Dance class or equivalent experience.
- Comfortable dance attire and a willingness to explore and express through movement.
Barefoot or dance shoes. No sneakers. Comfortable clothing such as yoga wear or something you can move freely in. A coin belt or hip scarf is fun to wear if you have one.
Gina Marie is Director of Blue Lotus World Dance and is a certified SharQui Belly Dance Fitness Instructor.
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 from 9:30 - 10:30 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Tai Chi and Qigong on Thursdays in August at River House
with Sharon Infante

Tai Chi Easy™ for Health and Vitality is a simplified method of Tai Chi. If you have tried other tai chi forms and couldn’t stick with it give this one a try. It is readily accessible and adaptable for anyone, even those who are dealing with chronic pain and other conditions. Developed by Dr. Roger Jahnke, O.M.D., Tai Chi Easy™ incorporates elements of both Tai Chi and Qigong. This method is easy to learn. There is no need to spend years learning the 108 traditional movements of long form Tai Chi to reap the benefits of the practice.
Key Principles: Do the practices as best you can. Have fun. Practice in your personal comfort zone. Modify and adapt for your body’s needs. Practice the “Three Intentful Corrections” of body, breath, & mind: Posture & Movement Breath Mindful awareness, Meditation and Massage.
Dress comfortably and wear sneakers or any rubber sole shoe and bring a water bottle.
Sharon Infante is Medical Qigong Practitioner (MQP), an IIQTC and UHT certified in Tai Chi, Qigong, Daoyin Yoga, meditation and Sound Frequency. She has been teaching for more than 20 years. She enjoys bringing Tai Chi Gong and Sound Healing Meditation to communities, hospitals, schools, health festivals so that they may benefit from the combined benefits of the body, mind, spirit connection.
Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run