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Chair Yoga on Thursdays in June at River House

$25

with Rebecca Dawson

Calendar Jun 1, 2023 at 9 am, runs for 5 weeks

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, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 9:00 - 10:00 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

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Sassy Skirt Dancing Level 1 on Thursdays in June at River House

$25

with Gina Marie Newman

Calendar Jun 1, 2023 at 9:30 am, runs for 5 weeks

Join Gina Marie for an introductory class that is designed to teach students the basics of skirt dancing. We will learn basic steps and combinations to create a lively improvisational dance. The class is not only fun but will give students a low impact work out. You will be flipping and twirling your fluffy skirt in no time! The class is suitable for beginners. No experience is needed.

You will need a full skirt for the class. 25 yards is recommended. Gina will have loaners if you don't have one.

Bare foot or dance shoes in the studio is preferred.

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, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 9:30 to 10:30 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Will run

Sassy Skirt and Fan Level 2 on Thursdays in June at River House

$25

with Gina Marie Newman

Calendar Jun 1, 2023 at 10:45 am, runs for 5 weeks

Join Gina Marie for a level 2 Sassy Skirt class building on what we learned in level 1. We will add a silk fan to our combinations as well as learn some new skirt combinations and group formations. You will need a 25 yard skirt for this class and a fan. Gina will have loaners if you do not have one.

Bare foot or dance shoes in the studio is preferred.

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, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 10:45 to 11:45 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Will run

Belly Dance for Fitness and Fun on Thursdays in June at River House

$25

with Gina Marie Newman

Calendar Jun 1, 2023 at 11:45 am, runs for 5 weeks

This class is suited for all levels and will provide students with a gentle, low impact work-out while learning authentic Arabic dance movements.

Please wear comfortable yoga or fitness wear that you can move freely in.

Bare foot or dance shoes in the studio is preferred.

Wear a hip scarf or coin belt 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, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 11:45 to 12:45 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

 

Will run

Gentle Yoga on Mondays in June at River House

$3750

with Scott Farber

Calendar Jun 5, 2023 at 9:15 am, runs for 4 weeks

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.

4 sessions will be held on Mondays, June 5, 12, 19, 26 from 9:15 to 10:45 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

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Dance Synergy on Mondays in June at River House

$3750

with Mary Jenson

Calendar Jun 5, 2023 at 10 am, runs for 4 weeks

Love music? Love to dance? Learn the fundamentals of dance while strengthening your core and improving your overall fitness level. Dance Synergy will explore various styles of dance to include ballet, jazz, aerobic dance and more. Each class will include 30 minutes of Ballet Barre, 30 minutes of dance skills and 30 minutes of fun choreography.  No previous dance experience required. Ballet slippers or jazz shoes are highly recommended.

Mary has been teaching dance or fitness for most of her adult life. She is an experienced, ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor (GFI).  She teaches classes and takes classes because she simply loves dance, movement and fitness and she loves to help others learn and improve their health.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, June 5, 12, 19, 26 from 10:00 - 11:30 at The River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

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Mindfulness Meditation on Mondays in June at River House

$25

with Lynn Ringhaver

Calendar Jun 5, 2023 at 10:30 am, runs for 4 weeks

Mindfulness Meditation for stress reduction and building your immune system. Participants will be sitting in chairs and standing. The goal of the class is to reduce stress and build your immune system.

Lynn is an RN.BSN. and a Licensed Acupuncturist. Certified in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction with Jon Kabat Zinn. Trained in EFT by Dr. Dawson Church

Class sessions are on Mondays, June 5, 12, 19, 26 from 10:30 to 11:30 at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine)

Ages 18 and up.

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Chair Yoga on Mondays in June at River House

$25

with Rebecca Dawson

Calendar Jun 5, 2023 at 11 am, runs for 4 weeks

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, June 5, 12, 19, 26 from 11:00 - noon at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

Classes are for ages 18 and up.

Will run





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