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, November 7, 14, 21 and December 5 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine)

No class sessions on Nov. 28 and Dec. 12, 19, 26

For ages 18 and up.

A Latin rhythm exercise class infuses energetic Latin dance styles such as salsa, merengue, bachata, and samba into a workout routine. Participants move to infectious beats while learning basic dance steps and choreography. The class incorporates aerobic exercises, stretching, and muscle toning and finishes with deep breathing and a relaxing cool down moment.

This class can be taken seated or standing.

Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, November 7, 14, 21 and December 5, 12 from 11:45 to 12:45 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 28 and Dec. 19, 26.

 Classes are for ages 18 and up.

New to fishing or just new to fishing in Florida? 

This series you will learn:

• Know before you go - this will give you the basics
• Florida Rules and Regulations
• Learn what to keep and what to throw back
• Knot tying
• Bait selection
• When/where to fish
• What to have in your tackle box
• Proper fish handling

During this series you will learn how to fish from the beach, along the shore of the Intracoastal, or from a pier and how to catch a variety of interesting species. 

Come get schooled up and have fun! Attend all clinics (4) in the series for a chance to win a Rod and Reel Combo!

Class sessions will be held Tuesdays, November 12, 19, 26 from 9 to 11 & December 10 from 9:00 to 10:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 5 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

Class is 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, November 12, 19, 26 and December 3, 10 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine)

No class sessions on Nov. 5 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Mah Jongg is an ancient Chinese game played by four people using tiles bearing various symbols. If you are familiar with the card game Gin Rummy, you have a head start in understanding Mah Jongg. Mah Jongg is an exciting and mind challenging game that helps stimulate your thought process.

Marcia has been playing Mah Jongg for over 20 years. She taught Mah Jongg at the Riverview Club and to the people in her development, as well as other developments. She also taught Mah Jongg at the COA in 2009. She loves the game and plays several times a week. 

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, November 12, 19, 26 and December 3, 10 from 1:00 - 3:00 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 5 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

“Travel Sketching”, a class in how to get more out of your travel experiences by learning to see and sketch all kinds of things: flower gardens, interesting doors, old churches, foreign street scenes, boats and more. All you need is a pencil and a small sketchbook to start. Your instructor will provide photos to draw from, or you can bring your own, and you’ll get personal help with interpreting that scene onto paper. You’ll learn about different materials, how to pack a travel sketch kit, taking your own reference photos, adding color and lots more.

Rosamond Parrish, FWS (Florida Watercolor Society Signature Member), has taught classes in drawing and watercolor at the COA, St Augustine Art Association, Jacksonville Art Museum and the Ponte Vedra Cultural Council for over thirty years. She founded the Jacksonville Watercolor Society and has won dozens of awards for drawing and painting. She was recently honored with a solo exhibit of her work at the Lightner Museum, (“Have Brush, Will Travel”), where her paintings reflected her travels to favorite places. The St. Johns County Cultural Council awarded her “plein air” watercolors with Second Place in “Under the Same Sky”.

Class sessions will be held on Tuesdays, November 12, 19, 26 and December 3, 10 from 1:30 - 2:30 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 5 and Dec. 17, 24, 31.

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Join international fitness pro Mindy Mylrea as she guides you through a total body strength and cardio circuit class that's ’low impact, heart-healthy and gentle on the joints. The 60 minute class includes easy-to-follow low impact moves partnered with total body strength conditioning. Stretching & relaxation exercises are also included to keep you active and fit. 

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 Tuesdays, November 19, 26 and December 3, 10 from 9 to 10 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

No class sessions on Nov. 5, 12 and Dec. 17, 24, 31

Classes are for ages 18 and up.