Health Calendar
Introduction to Pilates, 9-10 a.m. today, Aloha Body Therapy, 25 Maluniu Ave., Kailua; $5. Reservations: 261-9519.
Caregiver Interventions, workshops for people who care for Alzheimer's patients, "Dealing With Difficult Behaviors," 9-11 a.m. and "Partnering With Your Doctor," 1-3 p.m. today, Kaiser Permanente Wailuki Clinic, first-floor training room; free, donations accepted. (808) 242-8636.
Revitalization Using Your Mind and Breath, Marie Riley teaches seniors, 55 and over, how to renew energy from visualization and having a positive attitude, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 112; $9 per class. Registration required: 235-7433.
2004 Health & Wellness Celebration, awards program, dinner, silent auction and dancing, 6 p.m. Friday, Hilton Hawaiian Village Coral Ballroom; $100 per person to benefit Hawaii Wellness Institute. 386-2352.
Eldercare in Hawai'i, two-session workshop led by Deborah Jackson on how to be a successful caregiver, 9 a.m.-noon, June 5 and 12, UH-Manoa Krauss 012; $60. Register for course D06989: 956-8400.
Structural Strength/Rubber Band Resistance Combo Workshop, strength training exercise for women taught by Marcie Nowack, 9:30-11 a.m. June 5, Kapi'olani Women's Center; $25; also Nowack teaches the active woman how to use a power ball for a total body workout, 11 a.m.-noon June 5, Kapi'olani Women's Center; $20. Register for either or both classes at 535-7000.
Foot Reflexology, two-session class, taught by Marie Riley, on self-help health improvement through working on foot points, 10 a.m.-noon June 5 and 12, UH-Manoa Saunders 244; $39. Register for course S06934: 956-8400.
Introduction to Reiki, hands-on healing practice for relaxation and health, 3-4 p.m. June 5, Sun and Moon Yoga Studio, Kailua; free. 262-3700.
Life Enhancement Tools, Geoffrey Hill leads a class on increasing your well-being in many aspects of life, 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursdays, June 15-24, Community School for Adults at Kaimuki High School; $12. Register in person before June 10 at Kaimuki High School, Adult School Office, Room 101. Additional information at 733-8460.
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.
Dohwaje Classes, spirit/mind/body fitness using traditional methods of proper breathing and meditation for self-healing, classes at 2, 4:45 and 6:45 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, Dohwaje Meditation Center, 1507 Kapi'olani Blvd., unit 10; $5 per class. 946-3344.
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. 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. 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 fitness classes on an ongoing basis 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.
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