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Health, Fitness, & Self-Help



Introduction to the Art and Sport of Fencing

Students will be acquire knowledge of the basics: the history of fencing, fencing terminology, the proper use of fencing equipment, simple warm-up activities, basic footwork, and basic bladework. The beginning of the course will be taught in the format of group lessons. As students progress, individual mini-lessons will provide each student with an analysis of his/her strengths in regard to technique and tactics. Structured light bouting between students may be included as the course progresses.

Thursdays: 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8

5 classes 7:00 - 9:00pm

Course HFS, Room: Art Hallway;

Instructor: Dr. Michael Goldfein

Fencing


Foundations for a Joyful Life

This experiential course introduces participants to fundamental spiritual principles and practices that lead to joyful living.  Through writing, awareness meditation and sharing, students will learn to connect with and deepen their inner wisdom as well as develop practices that awaken and expand the heart. 

Tuesdays: 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30

4 classes 6:30 - 8:30pm

Course HFS, Room: 115;

Instructor: Catherine DeGrandpre

Joy


Intro to Hula Hoop Workout and Dance

How to get a full mind/body workout - Glutes, arms, abs - quickly and free of injury. Amazingly effective. Also hoop dance techniques and tricks.  All levels - Hoops provided. Relaxing, massaging, stimulating, core muscle training.

Tuesdays: 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30

4 classes 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Course HFS, Room: Cafeteria;

Instructor: Keren Tonnessen

Hula Hoop Workout

Sign up for all four Thursday Cosmetology Workshops (below) for special rate (not including cost of materials paid directly to instructor).

4 Cosmetology classes


Hair Care: create classic to trendy up do's  

Demonstrations of hair styling and cutting to keep your hair looking good between professional cuts. Learn styling tricks to look great for special occasions.

Tuesdays: 3/9 & 3/16

Two classes: 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Course HFS, Room: 111;

Instructor: Cathy Nee

Hair Care

Special student discount for prom prep; must preregister



Mini-facial

Learn tricks for cleansing, toning, and moisturizing to keep your skin healthy. Understand face shapes and how to use makeup to contour and highlight.  

Materials - $5 (directly to instructor)

Tuesdays: 3/23 & 3/30

Two classes: 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Course HFS, Room: 111;

Instructor: Cathy Nee

Mini-Facial

Special student discount for prom prep, must preregister


Alexander Technique Workshop

The Alexander Technique is a mind-body approach to self-discovery and control of movement habits. People use it to relieve chronic pain and tension, to help with posture and alignment, to aid in recovery from injury, and to improve overall health and wellbeing. It is also called a pre-technique because of its application to special skills and activities, such as yoga, playing an instrument, or working at a computer.   

Thursday: 3/11

One seminar 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Course HFS, Room: 503;

Instructor: Margaret Knight

Alexander Technique


Feeling Better - Not Older!

A cutting edge introduction to hormone (some over the counter) and nutritional supplementation to keep your mind, muscles, bones and sex life healthy! There will be time for individual questions, geared to help people avoid diseases of all kinds -- including psychiatric -- and feel great as they age. What toxic products to avoid and what vitamins to take made easy so you can start feeling better immediately!

Thursday 3/18

One seminar 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Course HFS, Room: 503;
Instructor:
Lisa Nagy, M. D.

Feeling Better

Understanding Medicare

For Baby Boomers approaching age 65 and for adults taking care of elderly parents, this is a general overview of what you need to know about Medicare: how it works, what it covers, what it does not cover, what are other health insurance options for seniors, what beneficiaries have to pay. Learn about other benefit programs and insurance products that could help defray your health care expenses.

Thursday: 4/8

One seminar 6:30 - 8:30 pm, (includes a brief time for private consultations)

Course HFS, Room: 419;

Instructor: Mary Leddy

Understanding Medicare

OTHER RELATED COURSES: Dance of the Middle East Workshop


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ACE MV 100 Edgartown Road, Oak Bluffs, MA 0257
(508) - 693 - 1033, extension 240 lynn@acemv.org