Posted on: Saturday, May 28, 2005

Health Calendar

Advertiser Staff

Essential Oils for Wellness, Eileen Cain shows how essential oils and supplements can increase energy, especially for dads and keiki, 10-11:30 a.m. today, Moiliili Community Center, room 102; $5. 728-8638.

Seminar on Lou Gehrig's Disease, speakers include Dr. Ronald Yamaoka, Dr. Jayson Takata, Kathy Krammer, Chaplain Clarence Liu and Christian Messner from the Social Security Administration, 9 a.m.-noon today, Kapi'olani Community College cafeteria; free. 593-4454.

All You Want to Know About the Foot, Chris Teramura lectures on balance and fall risk for seniors with strategies to prevent falls, 12:15-1:15 p.m. Wednesday, Windward YMCA, Kailua; free with light lunch provided. Reservations: 261-0808.

Improving Posture With Imagery, workshop for those 55 and older led by Marie Riley, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Windward Community College, Hale Kuhina 115; $9. Registration: 235-7433.

Universal Health Care for All, talk by the president of Americans for Democratic Action, Congressman Dr. Jim McDermott, 9-11 a.m. June 4, ILWU Hall, 451 Atkinson Dr.; free. 946-3476.

Creative Aging for a Creative Generation, first in a series of workshops on eldercare with a presentation by Deborah Jackson, who explores options and shares current information, idea and suggested readings on issues related to aging, 9 a.m.-noon, UH-Manoa, Krauss Hall 012 (Yukiyoshi room); $35. Registration: 956-8400.

Learning Wellness With Guided Imagery, Patti Callahan and Betsy Ludwig present a workshop on using your imagination in listening to your body for symptoms and signs of ill health in body and mind, 9:10 a.m.-noon June 4, First United Methodist Church, Maile room; $20 advance, $25 at the door. Call for more information and registration: 523-1170.

The Art of Breath Control for Health and Healing, two-session workshop led by Marie Riley using exercise to improve health through proper breathing techniques, 10 a.m.-noon, June 4 and 11, UH-Manoa, Saunders 244; $39. 956-8400.

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 (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, PÉlolo 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. Call for appointment: 955-8339.

Fall-Risk Assessments, learn balance factors and how to prevent falls, Mondays-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.

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.

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.