Posted on: Saturday, July 2, 2005

Health Calendar

Advertiser Staff

Hot Rods for the Cure, 3rd annual Cruise Night car show with classic cars on view and door prizes, 5-10 p.m. today, Hi-Way 76 gas station, 826 Kamehameha Highway, Pearl City; a benefit for the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation; donations accepted. 754-1817.

Current Trends in the Medical Management of Low Back Pain, presentation by neurosurgeon Dr. Todd Thompson, 12:15-1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Windward YMCA, Kailua; free with pupu lunch provided. 261-0808.

Self-Help for Seniors, series of workshops for those 55 and older led by Marie Riley using reflexology, acupressure, relaxation and energy balancing, this week, "Near-Body Ki Balancing," 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115; $9. Registration: 235-7433.

Introduction to Reiki Healing Energy, master Dori Spondike gives a hands-on overview of this natural healing method, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, Kane'ohe; free. Call for location and registration: 542-0922.

"Beautiful Heart, Beautiful Spirit," author Katherine Orr signs her book, and, with Master Qing Chuan Wang from Shanghai, discusses and gives a demonstration of qigong, 7 p.m. Friday, Barnes & Noble, Kahala Mall; free. 234-5508.

Chi Kung for Health and Healing, two-session workshop led by Marie Riley teaches traditional techniques for relaxation and balanced energy, 10 a.m.-noon July 9 and 16, UH-Manoa, Krauss Hall, Yukiyoshi Room; $39. Register for course S06938: 956-8400.

Shine a Light on Lupus, 2nd annual twilight fun walk with entertainment, keiki activities and refreshments for walkers, event begins at 4:30 p.m. July 9 with 1.8 mile walk at 6 p.m., Kapi'olani Park Bandstand; registration is $25 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. 538-1522.

University of Hawai'i Diet Study, join a research project led by medical anthropologist Mark Davis who is testing a method of achieving a very lean body type for those who are no more than 30 pounds overweight. Diet and advice provided with weekly body-fat testing at no charge. Deadline for joining the study is July 31. For additional information: 949-4858 or markdavi@hawaii.edu.

ONGOING

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; discounts available 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, Kealohilani Tower; $15 per class. Reservations required: 921-5240.

Salsarobics, work out 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. For schedule and details: 941-9707, www.eastwestqigong.org.

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, 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.

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. 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.

Introduction to Transcendental Meditation, learn how to reduce blood pressure and live with less stress, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For registration and location: 947-2266, www.tm.org.

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. Schedule: 263-5400, www.castlemed.org.

Fitness and exercise classes, 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.