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Zambra Mini Choreography on Tuesdays in September at River House
with Gina Marie Newman
Join Gina for a fun all levels mini intensive to learn a powerful Zambra Mora Choreography! This class is suitable for beginner and intermediate dancers that have some experience in the Zambra Style.
Barefoot or dance shoes preferred, wear comfortable clothing that you can move freely in.
With years of teaching and performance experience, Gina brings her expertise, warmth, and energy to every class. Whether you’re new to Zambra Mora or looking to expand your repertoire, this class offers a fun, supportive environment to grow your skills and enjoy the beauty of dance.
Class sessions will be on Tuesday, September 1 from 10:30 - 12:30 and Tuesday, September 8 from 11:45 - 1:45 (No class sessions on Tuesdays, September 15, 22, and 29) from 10:30 - 12:30 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine).
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Chair Yoga on Wednesdays in September 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, September 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Chair Yoga on Thursdays in September 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, September 3, 10, 17, and 24 from 9:00 - 10:00 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Belly Dance Mini Choreography on Thursdays in September at River House
with Gina Marie Newman
Join Gina Marie for a fun mini intensive to learn a sassy Bellydance Choreography! This class is suitable for beginner and intermediate dancers that have some Bellydance experience (previous Level 1 class highly encouraged). Gina will teach an easy to follow routine across two engaging sessions.
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, September 3 and 10 (No class sessions on Thursdays, September 17 and 24) from 9:30 - 11:30 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Tai Chi and Qigong on Thursdays in September at River House
with Sharon Infante
If you have tried other Tai Chi forms and found them difficult to maintain, consider giving this class a try. The forms taught here are carefully selected and can be easily adapted for all levels, including individuals experiencing chronic pain or other physical conditions. We use the Tai Chi Easy Method, Fall Prevention practices, and Parkinson’s protocols to support safe, accessible participation and learning. Classes include breathwork, meditation, self-massage, and gentle movement. Forms covered: Review of Tai Chi Easy, followed by Tai Chi for Health, and progressing to Tai Chi for Energy.
Please dress comfortably, wear sneakers or rubber-soled shoes, 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, September 3, 10, 17. and 24 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine)
For ages 18 and up.
Will run
Gentle Yoga on Tuesdays in September at River House
with Scott Farber
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, September 8, 15, 22, and 29 (No class session on Tuesday, September 1) from 9:15 to 10:15 at River House (179 Marine St. St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.
Tai Chi / Qigong on Tuesdays in September at River House
with Scott Farber
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, September 8, 15. 22, and 29 (No session on Tuesday, September 1) from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine)
For ages 18 and up.
Gentle Yoga on Wednesdays in September at River House
with Scott Farber
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 Wednesdays, September 9, 16, 23, and 30 (No class session on Wednesday, September 2) from 9:15 to 10:15 at River House (179 Marine St. St. Augustine 32084)
For ages 18 and up.