Arthritis Walk, one-mile shopping-center walk to benefit the Arthritis Foundation, Aloha Chapter, with music, dance, food, and prizes, registration 7:30 a.m., walk begins 8:30 a.m. today at Pearlridge and May 15 at Koko Marina; donations and pledges accepted. 596-2900.

Breathe with Ease, learn about asthma and respiratory allergies with displays, information from therapists and pharmacists, nebulizer checks and inhaler techniques and tips, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today, Ward Warehouse; free.

Asthma Screening Day, sponsored by Kaiser Permanente and Windward Oahu Asthma Coalition, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. today with a talk and Q&A session at 1:30 p.m., Windward Mall; free.

Stroke Awareness, talk by Dr. Owen Nichikawa on the risk factors, preventative measures and signs and symptoms of stroke, 9-11 a.m. Tuesday, Kuakini Family Practice Center, 2016 S. King St.; free. 941-3636.

"Clearing the Barriers to Better Hearing," discussion of hearing loss, ear health and disease by Dr. Donald Yim and audiologist Peggy Failla, 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Castle Medical Center, Wellness Auditorium; free. 263-5400.

"From Overweight to Morbid Obesity: regaining Control," presentation by Dr. Kenric Murayama on the latest treatments including surgical options, introduction of the new Queen's Comprehensive Weight Management Program and his experiences in preforming gastric-bypass surgery, 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, The Queen's Conference Center auditorium; free. Registration recommended: 537-7117.

"Peaceable Kingdom," screening of a documentary on the interconnections between farm animals, former farmers, and animal rescuers and their struggles against the industrialization of the food supply, presented by the Vegetarian Society of Hawaii, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse; free. 944-8344.

"Calcium: How to get enough," class presented by dietician August Handshy, 5-6 p.m. Thursday, Kapi'olani Women's Center; free. Register: 535-7000.

Introduction to Pilates, 9-10 a.m. May 15, Aloha Body Therapy, 25 Maluniu Ave., Kailua; $5. Reservations: 261-9519.

The Art of Breath Control for Health and Healing," two-session class led by Marie Riley on how to increase lung capacity and endurance, improve memory and energy, calm the nervous system, 10 a.m.-noon, May 15 and 22, UH-Manoa, Saunders Hall 244; $39. Register for course S06933: 956-8400.

"The Okinawa Diet Plan," authors and doctors Bradley and Craig Wilcox discuss and sign their book and share recipes, 6-9 p.m. May 15, Hawaii Okinawa Center; $40 includes a copy the book. 676-5400.

ONGOING

Fitness and exercise classes, ongoing classes in yoga, tai chi, aerobics, senior aerobics, pilates, kickboxing and self-defense, various times and days, Kapi'olani Women's Center. Call for registrations and complete schedule: 535-7000.

East West Qigong International holds Qigong classes Saturdays through Thursdays at various times and locations on O'ahu at a nominal cost. Call 941-9707 or visit www.eastwestqigong.org for complete schedule and details.

Kripalu Yoga Class, poses for relaxation and rejuvenation taught by Walleska Tepping, 9-10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Mondays through Thursdays, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa; $15 per class. Reservations required: 921-5240.

Butoh Movement Workshop, exercises to develop sensory and spatial awareness through dance and spoken word, 3-5 p.m. Sundays, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.

Baby Boot Camp, strength training for moms with stroller-age babies, spring classes starting at 'Ewa Beach, Kahala Mall, Mililani and Waipio Gentry; first class is free, following classes are $12 each with discounts available for longer commitments. Call 754-6169 for complete schedule and locations or visit www.babybootcamp.com.

Exercise Class, morning stretching, bending and breathing class led by Paul Bragg, 9-10:30 a.m. Mondays through Saturdays, Fort DeRussy Park; free.

Healing Waters Exercise Class, 10-week series, sponsored by Castle Medical Center, held in a heated pool, assists in the management of various health conditions, 10-10:45 a.m. Mondays and Fridays, Pohai Nani Retirement Community, Kane'ohe; $57 for the classes, health assessment and nutritional information. You need not know how to swim for this class. 263-5400.

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS, sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation, 2:30-3:30 p.m. or 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Institute for Zen Studies, 720 Iwilei Road; $4 per class. 566-7231, 596-2900. Also, 8:30-10 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Chinatown Cultural Plaza Courtyard; $1 donation requested. 596-2900.

40 Minutes to Health, workshop on maintaining your health naturally, presented by Dr. Mark Hoffman, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Island Family Chiropractic; free. 596-0599.

CHI-LEL QIGONG, with instructor Ginny Walden of Blue Sky Healing Arts, 8-9 a.m. Thursdays, Kapahulu Center; $5. 396-9080.

Freedom from Pain, series of classes presented by Brett A. Sloan on how to reduce pain from inflammation and injury through nutrition, 6 p.m. Fridays, Airport Center Chiropractic Clinic; free. 834-8662.

Hearing Tests for Seniors, Ohana Hearing Care Hawaii offers free comprehensive audiometric hearing tests for those over age 55. By appointment only: 593-2137.

Castle Medical Center's Wellness Center offers a variety of continuing fitness classes for $30 per month or $75 per quarter at their Kailua center. Call 263-5400 or log onto www.castlemed.org for the complete schedule.