Tap into your body’s natural healing abilities. Beginning the healing process on the mental, emotional, physical, physiological and spiritual levels. We will explore various practices of the Ancient Eastern Arts to help become aware of our energy and how each person can awaken this energy to help in our healing journeys and lift the stories inside. Learn practices supporting the process in releasing tensions, stress, anxiety, aches, pains, sleep issues, illness and diseases. In class we will stretch, engage in gentle flows, learn acupressure points and more.

Bring a water bottle. Dress comfortable for gentle movement.

Sharon has been on her journey since 2000, trained in Woodstock, NY with Master trainers of Sound and Frequency. She is a Qigong Practitioner, Senior Trainer of IIQTC Tai Chi Easy Leader, certified in various Tai Chi Health forms, Master Reiki and energy healer, and completed studies in MBSR (Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction)

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, May 5, 12, 19 (no class session on May 26) from Noon to 1:00 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

This is a lower intensity version of a regular Zumba class.

Zumba Gold introduces easy-to-follow dance moves that focus on balance, range of motion and coordination. Class sessions will focus on cardiovascular, muscular conditionins, balance and flexibilty.

Supplies needed:

• Water,
• Towel
• Comfortable clothes that you can move in
• Sneakers
• Light hand weights (optional)

Angela has been doing Zumba for 12 years and teaching for 10.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, May 5, 12, 19 (no class session on May 26) from 12:15 to 1:15 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

This iPhone/iPad class will offer some basics you never thought you knew. The sessions will discuss tips, overview most used Apple apps, and talk about how to customize your device, plus lots of time for Q&A and class driven topics for learning and discussion. 

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, May 5, 12, 19 (no class session on May 26) from 12:45 - 1:45 at River House (179 Marine St. St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

Dance Flex is designed to maximize joint mobility, improve proprioception (body awareness) and sensory perception, and facilitate ease of movement. The class work will include short movement sequences, focusing on where they initiate, their pathways through the physical body and through space to reach an end point. Additionally, it will touch on breath support, spatial support and dynamic flow. The class is aimed at dancers who have had at least some formal training. Participants should be able to lie on the floor for significant periods of time without pain and to be able to get up and down with confidence and stability.

You don't need special shoes but you might want to wear old socks. Yoga mat and a towel might be good, although mats don’t work well for most of what you'll do.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, May 5, 12, 19 (no class session on May 26) from 1:30 - 3 at River House (179 Marine St.)

For ages 18 and up.

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, May 5 from 1:30 to 2:30 at River House located at 179 Marine St. in St. Augustine.

For ages 18 and up.

Join fellow meditators for a group meditation. Group meditation promotes a sense of community and helps participants achieve a deeper state of focus, calm, and relaxation. A synergy is created when people meditate together, enhancing increased motivation, stress reduction, and an increase in self empowerment and personal growth.

Each week will include: 

• Guided centering meditation
• Discussion on one of the following mind/body topics:
  • Visualization and affirmation
  • Nature of thought Conscious/subconscious mind
  • Chakras
  • Energy bodies
• Quiet meditation at hour’s conclusion

This is a seated meditation class. Students do not need to bring anything for the class.

Anne Pogue is a Holistic educator and practitioner. Her education includes: B.S. in Health Education, University of MD; M.A. Pastoral and Spiritual Care, Loyola College, Columbia, MD; Hatha Yoga Certification, Sivananda Ashram, Val Morin, Canada. Anne holds certification in Massage Therapy, Foot Reflexology, and Reiki Master. Ms. Pogue has developed and implemented courses at Howard Community College, including: “Fundamentals of Spiritual Awareness”, “Introduction to Holistic Health” and “Hatha Yoga”. Anne embraces all modalities of Holistic living. She believes and emulates the Mind, Body and Spirit connection. She teaches with compassion, experience, and knowledge.

Class sessions will be held on Mondays, May 5, 12, 19 (no class session on May 26) from 2 to 3 at River House (179 Marine St.)

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, May 6, 13, 20, 27 from 9 to 10 at River House (179 Marine St.  St. Augustine 32084)

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 scheduled class sessions in the month for a chance to win a Rod and Reel Combo!

Class sessions will be held Tuesdays, May 6, 13, 20, 27 from 9 to 10:30 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

 For ages 18 and up.