Ongoing classes in Yoga and Tai Chi (January - April 2024)
Tai Chi, Martial Arts & Self Defense
Chen Tai Chi Chuan with Joe Walters • Ongoing Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays • 4 to 5:00 p.m.• Instruction in Chen Family Style Tai Chi Chuan. Stance training, silk-reeling exercises, and Chen forms. FREE. For more information email Joe at annarbortaichi@gmail.com or visit annarbortaichi.com.
Wu Style Tai Chi Chaun with Marylin Feingold • Sunday, May 5 through August 25 • 4 to 5:00 p.m. • Learn the ancient art of meditation in motion with this “soft style” martial art emphasizing relaxation and balance. In-person, no meeting on May 26 and July 28. Drop-in, $5 per session collected at the door. For more information contact Jewel Heart at (734) 994-3387, email programs@jewelheart.org, or visit jewelheart.org.
Tai Chi Beginner's Class with Master Wasentha Young • Mondays AND/OR Thursdays, May 6 through August 8 • Mondays 10 to 11:15 a.m. AND/OR Thursdays 6 to 7:15 p.m.• Tai Chi, often characterized as mindful meditation, is a series of postures linked together in a continuous flow. It integrates the mind and body, promotes relaxation, as well increases balance and concentration. You can attend both sessions at no extra cost! (limit 12 in-person). For more information contact the Peaceful Dragon School at 734-741-0695, email info@peacefuldragonschool.com, or visit.peacefuldragonschool.com.
Eight Form Tai Chi (Yang Style): Meditation in Motion with Michelle McLemore • Sundays, July 14, 21, & 28 • 1 to 2:30 p.m. • Improve balance, deepen breath, heighten energy flow, and settle into alpha brain waves by learning gentle movements coupled with Qi Gong and grace-giving warmups over three Sunday afternoons. Optional tea following. Outside if good weather. Ages 13 and up. Pre-register. $30. For more information contact Michelle at (517) 270-0986, email energy@michellemlemore.com, or visit michellemclemore.com.
Yoga
Yoga Your Way with Christy DeBurton • Ongoing • Aqua Yoga, Hatha, Vinyasa + Yin Yoga, private sessions, hybrid online courses, retreats, and more. For more information contact Christy at info@christydeburton.com or visit yogaroomannarbor.com.
Open Level Yoga with Michele Bond • Ongoing Sundays, Tuesdays, & Saturdays • Sundays, 4 to 5:30 p.m., Tuesdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m. & Saturdays 10 to 11:30 a.m. • Each student is encouraged to honor their own unique abilities and limitations in this mixed level class, with variations offered for all levels. Our method blends the science of biomechanics with an openhearted, uplifting philosophy. Learn to look for the good in yourself and others as you enjoy a dynamic practice. $15 if registered for the semester, $20 drop in with instructor's permission. For more information contact Michele at (734) 358-8546, email michele@yogahouseannarbor.com, or visit yogahouseannarbor.com.
Tuesday and Thursday Yoga with Jillian Diwan • Ongoing Tuesdays and Thursdays • 10 to 11:00 a.m. • Ashtanga-based yoga for every body! Limited space. $15. For more information email Jillian at jill@jamhandsbodywork.com.
The Practice with Michele Bond • Ongoing Wednesdays • 6 to 7:30 p.m. • Great for athletes or anyone looking for a strong practice. Enjoy increasing core strength, enhancing flexibility, agility, balance, and mental focus with this fun and energetic practice. Students gain so much mind/body/spirit wisdom that they return year after year to enjoy this life enhancing practice. $15 if registered for the semester, $20 drop in with instructor's permission. For more information contact Michele at (734) 358-8546, email michele@yogahouseannarbor.com, or visit yogahouseannarbor.com.
Yoga Essentials with Michele Bond • Ongoing Thursdays • 6 to 7:30 p.m. • For those new to yoga, or new to this system. Learn universal principles of alignment that are an invaluable aid to learning the postures, deepening your understanding of the body, developing a yoga practice that is safe, joyful, therapeutic, and fun! $15 if registered for the semester, $20 drop in with instructor's permission. For more information contact Michele at (734) 358-8546, email michele@yogahouseannarbor.com, or visit yogahouseannarbor.com.
Saturday Morning Yoga with Jillian Diwan • Ongoing Saturdays • 10 to 11:00 a.m. • Ashtanga-based led yoga class for every body! Donation-based contributions. For more information email Jillian at jill@jamhandsbodywork.com.
Hatha Yoga with Samantha Lieberman • Thursdays from May 2 to August 29 • 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. • Sam loves the process of creating and offering safe yet challenging yoga sequencing. She enjoys sharing her love of yoga with all levels of students and is deeply honored to pass the gift of yoga to others. Bring your own mats. Drop-in $15 per session – First visit is FREE! Cash or Venmo at door. Seniors receive 10% discount. Discounted packages available. For more information contact Jewel Heart at (734) 994-3387, email programs@jewelheart.org, or visit jewelheart.org.
Gentle Yoga Flow at Infinite Light Center with Paula A. Burke • Thursdays from May 2 through August 29 • Noon to 1:00 p.m. • Gentle Yoga Flow for everybody. Starting every class with a little meditation, offering a drop of essential oil, and then going into gentle yoga twists, bends, stretches, and long holds in luxurious poses will help with stress relief, mental & physical relaxation, and restoring energy. $10. For more information contact Paula at (517) 936-9064 or email diffusingpeace@yahoo.com.
Yoga + Sound with Rob Meyer-Kukan • Saturday, May 18 • 6 to 7:30 p.m. • Join Sound Healer, Rob Meyer-Kukan and Yoga Instructor, Paul Barr for this heartfelt pairing of Yoga + Sound at 7 Notes Natural Health. $40. For more information contact Rob at (248) 962-5475, email rob@robmeyerkukan.com, or visit 7notesnaturalhealth.com.
Reiki & Yoga Experience: Rebalancing the Wheels of Life with Paula A. Burke & Andrea Anzalone • Sunday, May 19 • 2 to 4:00 p.m. • We invite you to join Andrea and Paula for a special event focusing on chakra balancing using Reiki and Yoga. This unique session will provide you with a deeper understanding of these healing arts and how they can be used to balance your chakras, promoting health and wellness from the inside out. $33. For more information contact Paula at (517) 936-9064, email diffusingpeace@yahoo.com, or visit diffusingpeace.com.