Posted on: Saturday, June 11, 2005

Health Calendar

Advertiser Staff

Elder Law, second in a series of workshops on elder care with a presentation by Jim Pietsch on estate planning and advance healthcare directives, 9 a.m.-noon today, UH-Manoa, Krauss Hall 012 (Yukiyoshi room); $35. Registration: 956-8400.

Natural Treatments for ADD and Autism, Dr. Thauna Abrin discusses non-invasive therapies including dietary changes, vitamins and homeopathic medicines to defeat autism, 2-3:30 p.m. tomorrow, 3221 E. Manoa Road at Ka'amalio Drive; $15 per person or $18 per couple. Registration: 386-2102.

Bariatric Surgery and the Laproscopic Adjustable Band, surgeon Steven Fowler discusses the latest techniques in weight-loss surgery, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Queen's Conference Center, second-floor; free. Reservations: 537-2211.

Planning for End of Life, discussion by Melissa Bojorquez and Jodi Shaw on advance directives and spiritual aspects of dying, 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, St. Francis Medical Center's Weinberg Pavilion, fifth floor; free.

The Reconnection, author Eric Pearl discusses alternative healing methods with new frequencies of energy, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Serendipity Metaphysical Books; free. 949-4711.

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, "Relaxing Eye Strain & Neck Tension," 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115; $9 each or $30 for the series. Registration: 235-7433.

Putting Your Financial House in Order, third in a series of workshops on elder care with a presentation by Doug Wilson on long-term care insurance, reverse mortgages and trusts, 9 a.m.-noon June 18, UH-Manoa, Krauss Hall 012 (Yukiyoshi room); $35. Registration: 956-8400.

Feng Shui for Good Health, Alan S.F. Lum teaches a class on using proper energy alignment in your environment for wellness, 9 a.m.-noon June 18, UH-Manoa Sakamaki C102; $30 registration plus $20 lab fee. Registration required: 956-8400.

Longevity Seminar I, exhibits, vendors and talks by Dr. Terry Shintani and Dr. Curtis Takemoto-Gentile on living a healthier, longer life through nutrition, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 18, Elks Club's second floor Lodge Room; $20 includes healthy lunch buffet. Registration: 988-3859, 531-2714.

Foot Reflexology, two-session workshop led by Marie Riley in using a self-help method of improving health by massage to points on the foot, 10 a.m.-noon June 11 and 25, UH-Manoa, Saunders 244; $39. Registration: 956-8400.

Mindfulness for Wellness and Stress Reduction, Dr. Thanh V. Huynh on the techniques of mindful sitting (meditation), eating and walking to relieve stress, 1-4 p.m. June 18, Kapi'olani Women's Center; free. Registration required: 535-7000, ext. 1.

The Diabetic Foot — Taking the Extra Step, foot screening, assessment and education for diabetics and their care-givers, 1:30-4:30 p.m. June 18; free. Call for location and registration: 528-2511.

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, The Balance Center of the Pacific, 600 Kapi'olani Blvd., Suite 404; free. 955-8339.

Fall Risk Assessments, learn balance factors and how to prevent falls, Monday-Fridays, Ohana Pacific Rehab Services; free. Honolulu office: 591-9420; Kailua office: 262-1118.

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.

Tai Chi For Arthritis, sponsored by Arthritis Foundation, 3, 4:15 and 6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Tenrikyo Honolulu Ko, 349 N. Judd St; call for class fees and registration: 566-7231.

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.

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.