Posted on: Saturday, February 26, 2005

Health Calendar

Advertiser Staff

Kids with Lupus: How to Stay Healthy, Dr. Kara Yamamoto presents a class for parents and children, 10 a.m.-noon today, YWCA on Richards Street; free. 538-1522.

Talk by Carolyn Choy, author of Health Through Chinese Foods and Do It In Bed: Tips for a Healthier Lifestyle, shares her secrets for a long life through diet and exercise, 10:30 a.m. today, 'Aina Haina Public Library; free. 377-2456.

Dance Workshop, Minnie Ruiz lead a New York mambo ladies styling class, 7-8:30 p.m. today, Aloha Activity Center; $10. 387-8064, www.alohaactivitycenter.com.

Okage Sama De: Challenges, Sacrifice and Satisfaction in the Japanese American Community in Hawaii, a panel of specialists on eldercare, 9:30 a.m.-noon tomorrow, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i, fifth floor; free. 945-7633.

Tooth Fairy Fun Day, children can meet the Tooth Fairy, decorate a box for their baby teeth, enjoy stories and play games to learn the importance of preventative dental care, sponsored by Hawaii Dental Service, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. tomorrow, Hawai'i Childrens Discovery Center; free to the first 500 members of HDS with a membership card, $6 discounted admission for nonmembers. 521-1431.

Introduction to Reiki, demonstration of hands-on healing with master Maureen Pua'ena OShaughnessy, 10 a.m.-noon tomorrow, Pali Momi Medical Center, 'Aiea; also, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Kapi'olani Womens Center, 1907 S. Beretania; free. Registration: 535-7000.

Hawaiians at Heart, concert featuring Kapono, Amy Hanaiali'i Gilliom, Frank DeLima, Jordan Segundo, Nalani Olds and others to benefit The American Heart Associations programs in Hawai'i, 4-8 p.m. tomorrow, Aloha Tower Marketplace; $20 advance, $25 at the door. 538-7021, ext. 24.

Panther Yoga Latihan Party, access your creative energy to advance health and awareness, sponsored by Hileah Reigh and Dr. Andrew Matsukawa, 6-8 p.m. Monday, 2500 Pali Highway; $10 for one or two people with light refreshments and prize drawing. Registration: 561-2585.

Stress Reduction Techniques, Dian Tusek discusses guided imagery and how to use self-storytelling and music to control stress, 6-8 p.m. Tuesday; also, Dr. Bruce C. Wilson explains the concept of HeartMath in shifting from negative to positive emotion to reduce stress, 6-8 p.m. Wednesday. Both presentations are held at Tutus House, Waimea, Big Island and are free. (808) 881-4425.

The Acupressure Facial, practice massaging facial and scalp points and practice Chi Kung with instructor Marie Riley, for seniors age 55 and over, 9:30-11:30 Friday, Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115; $9. Registration required: 235-7433.

Shiatsu for the Back and Legs, Marie Riley leads a two-session class on techniques for reducing back and leg tension using shiatsu and Jin Shin, 10 a.m.-noon March 5 and 12, UH-Manoa Social Science 244; $39. Registration: 956-7221.

Spring to Better Health, Eileen Cain shows how essential oils and supplements can reduce signs of premature aging, 10-11:30 a.m. March 5, Moiliili Community Center; $5. 728-8638.

ONGOING

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

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

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.

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.

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 instruction, 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 of Hawai?i, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.

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.

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

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

Panther Yoga Latihan Class, consciousness physics for awareness and self-healing, 6 p.m. Mondays, 661 Auahi St., No. 203; $10. Registration: 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, KÄhia School cafeteria; $1 per class. 735-5755, 377-5132.

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.

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 calisthenic exercises with members of the Hawai'i branch of the Luk Tung Kuen Worldwide Association, 8-9 a.m. Wednesdays, Hawai'i Kai Towne Center, outdoor 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 information and location: 396-6715.

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.

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

Castle Medical Centers 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 see www.castlemed.org for the schedule.

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

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