Health calendar
Advertiser Staff
UPCOMING EVENTS
Foot Reflexology and Ankle Flexibility, Marie Riley leads a class using the Ingham method of locating points on the foot that correspond to other body parts and organs with practice of tai chi moves and exercises for the ankle, 9:30-11:30 a.m. tomorrow, Windward Community College's Hale Kuhina 115; for ages 55 and older; $9. Register: 235-7433.
"See the Magic," Body Mind Spirit Expo with keynote speakers and lectures, informational booths on nutrition, vitamins and minerals, aromatherapy and health practitioners, including massage therapists, yoga instructors, spiritual healers, astrologers and psychics, demonstrating their holistic healing methods and answering questions, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Hawaii Convention Center; $8. www.bmse.net, (541) 482-3722.
Kulana Malama, open house and tours of the facility which provides services to medically fragile children, with information on long-term care placement, respite and day care programs, assessments and financial reimbursement options, 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Kulana Malama, 91-1360 Karayan St., Ewa Beach; free. 681-1200.
"What Now?" series of eight caregiver classes provides family members with information on caring for those with Alzheimer's disease, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Alzheimer's Association Office, Ward Warehouse, Suite D-15; free. This week, "Educating Yourself About the Disease." Register: 591-2771, www.alzhi.org.
"Appetite for Profit: How the Food Industry Undermines Our Health," presentation by Michele Simon, author and public health lawyer, on the corporate greed and propaganda that controls the media and politics on issues of health and sustainability, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Ala Wai Golf Course clubhouse; free with refreshments served; sponsored by the Vegetarian Society of Hawaii. 944-8344.
ONGOING
MEDITATION
Mindfulness Meditation, develop inner peace and reduce stress through insight meditation, 4-6 p.m. Saturdays, Broken Ridge Korean (Buddhist) Temple, Palolo Valley; free. 395-7749.
Meditation for Beginners, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays; free. 262-8352, www.ksbcenter.org.
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.
Meditation and Yoga, classes for stress reduction and life enhancement, 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Manoa; free. For registration and location: 393-6342.
"Who Am I?" guidance in mindfulness meditation in three-hour sessions with access to the center throughout the month, available 10 a.m.-midnight daily, Hawaii Maum Meditation Center, 1542-C Keeaumoku St.; $150 per month. Reservation for initial visit: 533-2875, 255-6036, www.maum.org/eng.
SPECIAL
"Smiles for Life," dentist Wilfred Miyasaki offers teeth-whitening services at a reduced price with 100 percent of the proceeds donated to Parents and Children Together (PACT). Additional information: 533-0000.
Wheelchairs for Seniors and Disabled, Senior Wheels USA makes power wheelchairs available to seniors and the permanently disabled at no cost if they qualify. Guidelines and additional information: (800) 246-6010.
"Dr. Health" radio show hosted by David Snow with guests discussing health topics and listener call-in, 9 and 10 a.m. Saturdays, KHNR 97.5 FM. Call-in number is 296-5467 during the broadcast.
Mammograms for Uninsured and Underinsured Women, qualified women, ages 40-49, are invited to call for free breast cancer screening and health education during office hours at Hawaii Medical Center East, Liliha and Hawaii Medical Center West, 'Ewa Beach; free. Call to schedule an appointment: 547-6798, 547-6889.
EyeCare America Seniors Eye Care Program, the Hawaii Ophthalmological Society encourages those 65 and older to check their eligibility for free eye exams from volunteer doctors. For eligibility: (800) 222-3937.
Balance and fall prevention screenings, Mondays-Fridays, Ohana Pacific; free. 593-2610, Kailua office: 262-1118, www.ohanapacificrehab.com.
Balance and Fall Awareness, balance testing and fall risk screening, Mondays-Fridays, the Balance Center of the Pacific, 600 Kapiolani Blvd., Suite 404; free. For appointment: 955-8339.
AEROBICS/PILATES
Goddess Dance Bellydance and Yoga Fitness for Women, combination of belly dance, salsa and yoga with a Pilates cool-down, 5:30-7 p.m. Thursdays, Moiliili Community Center; $12 per class. 255-9839.
Swim Classes, one-hour classes for beginning adult and intermediate adult swimmers as well as those who are water-challenged, led by J.J. Kobelansky, also offering training for water fitness and competency exams and private lessons, call each week to learn class location, bring towel or beach mat and goggles; beginners 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, intermediate 10:45-11:45 a.m Saturdays; $10 per class. 373-3839.
Belly Dance class, learn the ancient art of belly dancing while getting a good workout, 1-2 p.m. Saturday, Dream to Dance; $40 for four classes. 234-1006, maliainhawaii@mac.com.
Salsarobics Workout, Minnie Ruiz leads a low-impact exercise class using New York-style Latin music, 10-11 a.m. Sundays, Aloha Activity Center, 725 Kapiolani Blvd., studio C101; $10 per week. 387-8064, www.alohaactivitycenter.com.
Butoh movement workshop, exercises to develop sensory and spatial awareness through dance and spoken word, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays, Japanese Cultural Center, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.
MUVE Dance Classes, invigorate all body parts through movement, 7-8 a.m. Mondays, Kapahulu Center, also, 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, UH-Mnoa Senior Center and 3:30-4:45 p.m. Saturdays, Moiliili Community Center; free. 955-8211, www.muve.com.
Jazzercise Classes, one hour of warm-up, dance aerobics, strength training and cool-down offered Monday-Saturday at three Oahu locations; $10 per class or $38 per month. 455-5981, www.mjjazz.com.
Paul Bragg Exercise Class, 9-10:30 a.m. Mondays-Saturdays, Fort DeRussy lawn; free. 949-0679, www.bragg.com.
Stroller Strides, workout and play for mothers and their babies in strollers, 8:45 a.m. Mondays and Fridays at Kapiolani Park, and 8:45 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Magic Island; $10 per class (discount for multiple classes). 371-6904, 783-5701, www.strollerstrides.com.
Basic Body Fitness, low-impact physical activity for beginners, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mondays and Fridays, Farrington High School cafeteria; free, sponsored by the Parks and Recreation In-Motion program. 554-4858.
Body Works Hawaii, classes in low-impact aerobics, Pilates, Latin- and '50s-music workouts, resistance training and cardio kickboxing, 6-6:45 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kuhio Elementary School cafeteria; $1 per class. 735-5755, 377-5132.
Luk Tung Kuen Movement Class, low-impact exercise incorporates 36 movements that improve circulation and unblock the body's pressure points, also, ongoing practice at various days, times and locations on Oahu; 8-9 a.m. Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays, Kahala Mall center court and 8-9 a.m. Wednesdays, Hawaii Kai Towne Center stage; free. 834-8587.
Senior Safe Walk, mall-walk program for improved balance, breathing and joint protection, 7-8 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Kahala Mall; free. Register: 739-0140.
Aerobic Dance Class, by Anne Noyes, for all ages, 7:15-8:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Holy Nativity Community Center, 5286 Kalaniana'ole Highway; $4. 941-0390.
Horsemanship for Seniors, build and maintain strength, stamina, endurance and balance through learning to ride, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays through May 29, Waimanalo Polo Field; for those 55 years and older; $200 for the six-week program. 342-9036.
Adult Fitness class, improve posture, increase strength and flexibility and get fit, 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays, The Movement Center, 1215 Center St., Kaimuk; $10 per class. 735-8641, www.movementcenter.org.
Swing Dance, lessons for beginners, 5:45-7:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Farrington High School cafeteria; free, sponsored by the Parks and Recreation In-Motion program. 554-4858.
Fit for a Goddess, women-only classes using a dance pole for increased strength and flexibility, ongoing at various times and days, in Kailua and Kaimuki; $15 introductory class, $140 for eight-week session. Complete schedule: 262-6979, www.fit4agoddesshi.com.
Stott Pilates Training, mat and equipment classes taught daily, Pilates Training Center, Kailua; $22 for mat classes, $30 for equipment classes with discounts for groups of five or 10 classes, private sessions available. Registration and complete schedule: 261-9519, www.pilatestrainingcenterhawaii.com.
Castle Medical Center's Wellness Center offers a variety of fitness classes for $35 per month or $90 per quarter. Schedule: 263-5400, www.castlemed.org.
Fitness and Exercise Classes, various times and days, Kapiolani Women's Center. Registration and schedule: 535-7000.
Baby Boot Camp, strength training for moms with stroller-age babies, classes at Magic Island, Aloha Tower Marketplace, Kahala Mall, Central Oahu Regional Park, Mililani and Kapolei; first class is free, subsequent classes $12 each, discounts available for longer commitments. Schedule and locations: 754-6169, www.babybootcamp.com.
YOGA
Kundalini Yoga, activate your chakras and raise your shakti life force energy which will strengthen your nerves, ease stress, increase stamina and promote physical transformation, class led by Maria Steele, 8-9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Hare Rama Hare Krishna Temple, 51 Coelho St.; $10 donation. Also, 7:30-9 a.m. Sundays, Kapi'olani Park, diamondhead end near Poni Moi St.; $8 donation. 393-5095, mariasteele@msn.com.
Jasmine Yoga Classes, all level open classes daily, Mondays-Saturdays, Weinberg Community Center, Waialua; $11 per class or discount card available. Complete schedule: www.jasmineyoga.com, 561-9639.
Yoga Classes in Ewa Beach, morning and evening classes offered Monday-Saturday in ashtanga yoga, vinyasa flow, restorative yoga and yoga4kids; $15 per class with discounts available for multiple classes. Complete schedule, registration and location: 689-1020, www.yoga4ewa.com.
Yoga Under the Palm Trees, 8-9 a.m. Mondays, between the Waikiki Aquarium and the Natatorium, bring a mat or towel; donations accepted. 373-8833.
"Rejuvenate!" adaptive yoga for seniors, with standing, seated and optional floor exercises, intermediate yoga, 10-11 a.m. Mondays, level 1 basic yoga, 10-11 Fridays, Pohai Nani, Kaneohe; $3 per class. 247-6211.
Yoga is for Every Body, class in Kundalini and hatha yoga taught by Amber Ricci, 6-7:15 p.m. Tuesdays in Hawaii Kai; $10 per class or $45 for five classes. Location and registration: 255-9839.
Hatha Yoga, with Iyengar influences, ongoing classes, 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Hare Rama Hare Krishna Temple, 51 Coelho St.; $10 donation. Also, 10:30 a.m.-noon Saturdays and Sundays. 512-771-3365, 512-947-0869.
"Laugh Your Way to Health," practice of laughter yoga to improve well being, 7:30 p.m. first Wednesday of each month, Hawaii Tokai International College, 2241 Kapiolani Blvd., sixth floor; free. 226-6438.
TAI CHI/QIGONG/EASTERN MARTIAL ARTS
Chi-lel Qigong, open group practice with Ginny Walden of Blue Sky Healing Arts, 8-9 a.m. Thursdays, Kapahulu Center; $5. 944-8327.
Yang and Chen Styles of Tai Chi, improve health and reduce stress, 7:30-9 a.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday and 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Ala Wai Neighborhood Park; $5 per class. 395-4693.
Qi Gong for Health, 12 sitting exercises to keep the body flexible, strengthen the immune system and promote good health, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Fridays, Qi Center, 1110 University Ave.; $40 general, free to seniors 65 and older. Register: 947-1333.
Traditional Kung Fu and Tai Chi, instruction in Chinese health practices with private lessons available, 8:30-11:30 a.m. Saturdays, Makiki Park, near pool entrance; $50 per month. 239-1403.
Masakatsu Ki-Aikido Dojo, instruction for ages 5 through adult, 8:30-10 a.m. and 7:30-9 p.m. Saturdays, 1007 Waimanu St., second floor; monthly fees are $15 children, $25 adults with discounts available for families. 487-6080.
Chi Kung Instruction, develop energy for health, intellectual growth and spirituality through group practice led by instructors from Au's Shaolin Arts, 7-8 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Fort Street Mall at Pauahi Street; free. 441-4995.
Sahm Bo Dahn Exercise (Three Treasure Energy Movements), exercise adapted from Asian disciplines to develop range of motion and muscle tone and the flow of ki, given by Wallace and Sue Yashima, Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at various Oahu locations; free. Registration and locations: 239-7064.
Tai Chi For Arthritis, sponsored by Arthritis Foundation, 3-4 and 6-7 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, Tenrikyo Honolulu Ko, 349 N. Judd St. Call for class fees and registration: 596-2900.
East West Qigong International holds qigong classes Mondays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays at various times and locations. For schedule, costs and details: 941-9707, www.eastwestqigong.org.
Yang Tai Chi and Karate Classes, Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, Higashi Hongwanji Mission; $38 per month with access to 25 classes. For registration packet: 220-4506.
Aikido Classes, with the Aikido Ohana, children 3:30-5 p.m. and adults 5:15-6:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays, Higashi Hongwanji Mission, 1685 Alaneo St.; $20 per month for three classes per week, family and children's discounts available. 221-8656, www.aikidoohana.org.
Qi Gong Classes, improve health of the body and mind through exercise, meditation and teachings from ancient Chinese practices, sponsored by Falun Gong, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Ala Wai Park, 480 University Ave.; free. 943-6664.
Tai Chi, practice with instructor Janet Jin, sponsored by Arthritis Foundation, 8:30-10 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Chinatown Cultural Plaza courtyard; $2 donation requested. 596-2900.
Taiji Class, experience improved balance and increased energy by practicing taiji, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays, Riverloft, 186 North King St.; $25 per month, sponsored by East West Qigong International. Register: 914-9707.
Qigong and Meditation Class, new class begins in how to improve and maintain health through the practices of qigong and meditation, 6:45-8:15 p.m. Thursdays, Riverloft, 186 North King St.; $25 per month, sponsored by East West Qigong International. Register: 914-9707.
