Posted on: Saturday, April 30, 2005

Health Calendar

Advertiser Staff

Arthritis Walk, gentle, one-mile mall course with entertainment, food and prizes, 8:30 a.m. today (registration at 7:30 a.m.), Windward Mall; also, May 7 at Pearlridge Center and May 14 at Koko Marina Center; donations encouraged. www.arthritis.org or 596-2900.

Celebration of World Tai Chi and Qigong Day, join island tai chi practitioners as they practice the Dong method and participate in the annual global event, 9:30 a.m. today, He'eia State Park, Kane'ohe; free. 372-8132.

"An Introduction to Essential Oils for Wellness," learn how therapeutic-grade oils and supplements can increase energy, improve your mood and reduce premature aging, 10-11:30 a.m. today, Moiliili Community Center; $10. 728-8638.

"Take Action in 2005," instructor Linda Giles provides six keys to realizing your potential in living the life you desire, noon-3 p.m. today, The Queen's Conference Center; $15. Reservations required: 537-7117.

"Relationships that Work!" share yoga, breathing and relaxation exercises with your partner, 2-4 p.m. today, Kailua Shambhala Center, Aikahi; $15 per person. Registration: 232-8327.

"Rediscover a Mind Unlimited," presentation by Ramu on perception and how meditation can relax the body, calm the mind and reduce stress, 6-8 p.m. today, Kaneohe; $20 suggested donation. Call for reservation and directions: 951-9013.

Hawaii Wellness Association, meet with other holistic practitioners, hear a guest speaker and share a potluck dinner, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Monday, Unity Church of Honolulu, Diamond Head; $12. 386-4470.

"Balance & Falls," learn the rist factors for seniors and strategies to prevent falls, 12:15-1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Windward YMCA, Kailua; free with light pupu lunch provided. Reservations: 261-0808.

Breast Cancer Exercise, Ann Frost leads a four-session class using movement and music to increase energy and relieve tension after cancer treatment, 6:15-7 p.m. Wednesdays, May 4-27, The Queen's Medical Center; $20 for the series. Registration: 537-7117.

"The 4 B's Beyond Forty," a panel presentation by four doctors on the value of screening tests for blood, breast, bones and bowels: what the procedures involve and what the results may mean, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Kapi'olani Women's Center; free. 535-7000.

"The Gift of Pain: Finding Inspiration, Freedom and Empowerment," interactive workshop led by Barbara Altemus and Aunty Momi (Marie Ruana) on converting pain into a meaningful and creative life, 6:30-8:30 Wednesdays, May 11 and 25; June 8 and 22, Native Books/Na Mea Hawai'i Ward Warehouse; $10 per session. 783-2612.

Stress and Pain Management Using Imagery, Marie Riley leads the class in breathing exercises to relieve muscle tension and pain using the concepts developed by Barbara Dossey with Tai Chi practice, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115; $9, class for seniors 55 and older. Registration required: 235-7433.

"Breathe With Ease," asthma and allergy specialist Dr. Jeffrey C. Kam leads a workshop on the symptoms, triggers, diagnosis and treatment options for allergy and asthma suffers, with demonstrations, exhibits, screenings and professionals to answer questions, 9 a.m.-noon May 7 (registration at 8:30 a.m.), Renaissance Ilikai Waikiki Hotel's Pacific Ballroom; free. Reservations: 524-6755.

ONGOING

Elegant Exercise, yoga and movement for beginners, dancers and runners, taught by Reiko Seno, 7:45-9 a.m. Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays, Aloha Activity Center; $15 for one class, $50 for four classes. Call for schedule: 348-4217.

Masakatsu Ki-Aikido Dojo, instruction for children (5 and older) and adults, 8:30-10 a.m. and 7-9 p.m. Saturdays, 1007 Waimanu St., second floor; monthly fees are $15 for children, $25 for adults with discounts for families. 487-6080.

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

Salsarobics, workout to a Latin beat with Minnie Ruiz, for men and women, 11 a.m.-noon Saturdays, Aloha Activity Center, Studio C-101; $8. 387-8064.

Mindfulness Meditation, develop inner peace, emotional awareness and stability and reduce stress through insight meditation, 4 p.m. Saturdays, Broken Ridge Korean (Buddhist) Temple, Palolo Valley; free. 395-7749.

East West Qigong International holds qigong classes Saturdays-Thursdays at various times and locations. Call 941-9707 or visit www.eastwestqigong.org for schedule and details.

Aikido classes, with The Aikido Ohana and instructor Alan Nagahisa, 8-9:30 a.m. Sundays, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, Higashi Hongwanji Mission, 1685 'Alaneo St.; $20 per month for three classes per week. 221-8656, www.aikidoohana.org.

Tropical Stretch and Energizer, yoga and tai chi, 9-10:30 a.m. Sundays and Wednesdays, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa, Kealohilani Tower; $25 first class, $15 additional classes. 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, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.

Balance and Fall Awareness, balance testing and fall risk screening, Mondays-Fridays at The Balance Center of the Pacific, 600 Kapi'olani Blvd., Suite 404; free. Call for appointment: 955-8339.

Stroller Strides, workout and play for mothers and outdoor activities for their babies in strollers, 8:45 a.m. Mondays and Fridays, Kapi'olani Park and 8:45 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Wednesdays, Magic Island; $10 per class or discount for multiple classes; ongoing classes also in Kailua and Waipi'o. 371-6904, 783-5701, www.strollerstrides.com.

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

Dohwaje, introductory class in Taoist yoga and breathing meditation, 2, 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 1507 Kapi'olani Blvd., Unit 10; $5. 521-2478.

Panther System Hawai'i, consciousness physics for awareness and self-healing, 6 p.m. Mondays, 661 Auahi St., No. 203; $10. Register: 561-2585.

Body Works Hawaii offers classes in low-impact aerobics, Latin- and '50s-music workouts, and cardio kickboxing, 6-6:45 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kuhio School cafeteria; $1 per class. 735-5755, 377-5132.

Tai Chi For Arthritis, sponsored by 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.

Yoga is for Every Body, class in Kundalini and hatha yoga taught by Amber Ricci, 6-7:15 p.m. Tuesdays in Hawai'i Kai; $10 per class or $45 for five classes. Call for location and registration: 396-6715.

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.

Luk Tung Kuen, participate in calisthenics with members of the Hawai'i branch of Luk Tung Kuen Worldwide Association, 8-9 a.m. Wednesdays, Hawai'i Kai Towne Center stage; free. 941-0440.

Tai Chi For Arthritis, sponsored by Arthritis Foundation, 8:30-10 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Chinatown Cultural Plaza courtyard; $2 donation requested. 596-2900.

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

Rejuvenate!, adaptive yoga for seniors, with standing, seated and optional floor exercises, 9-10 a.m. Thursdays, Pohai Nani, Kane'ohe; $3 per class. 247-6211.

Goddess Dance Workout, combination of belly dance, salsa and yoga with a Pilates cool-down, 5:30-7 p.m. Thursdays, Moiliili Community Center; $10 per class. Call for location: 396-6715.

Freedom from Pain, series of classes with 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.

Baby Boot Camp, strength training for moms with stroller-age babies, classes held at Aloha Tower Marketplace, Kahala Mall, Waipi'o Gentry, 'Ewa Beach and Mililani; first class is free, subsequent classes $12 each, discounts available for longer commitments. Schedule and locations: 754-6169, www.babybootcamp.com.

Castle Medical Center's Wellness Center offers a variety of fitness classes on an ongoing basis for $30 per month or $75 per quarter. For schedule: 263-5400, www.castlemed.org.

Fitness and exercise classes, classes in yoga, tai chi, aerobics, senior aerobics, Pilates, kickboxing and self-defense, various times and days, Kapi'olani Women's Center. Registration and schedule: 535-7000.

Send announcements, with contact name and phone number, to Health Calendar, Island Life, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "Health Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.