ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools Community Education

Many people struggle with meditation and staying in the present moment. In this class you will attain different skills to keep you in the present moment and get the most out of your meditations. As part of being in the present moment you will learn to experience life through all 5 senses. There will be several exercises throughout the class to help you master these new life skills.

Brain & Body Yoga/Tai Chi classes are designed to unify movements, breathing, and awareness. This is what makes yoga different from regular stretching. Paying careful attention to proper posture while controlling your breathing and concentration in the present moment. Classes are combination of meridian stretching, breathing postures and energy meditation. One of the advantages of this yoga is that it is easy and simple enough for everyone to learn. Regular practice can offer you the following benefits for your body and mind: Increase flexibility and balance Improve respiration, energy level, ab vitality Improve bone density and muscle tone Help maintain a balanced metabolism Promote cardio and circulatory health Help manage pain in the body Help you relax and handle stressful situations more easily Encourage positive thoughts and self-acceptance

Finding balance in all areas is an essential part of life - and that includes keeping physical balance. Unlike typical fall prevention programs that focus on balance exercises and removing fall hazards from the home, this workshop focuses on exercises for whole-body health that simultaneously improve balance and stability. Develop techniques to regain balance that can be easily added into everyday life without taking time away from a busy schedule. You will receive a ball and half dome to take home for use which is included in the price of the class.

Feet are your foundation - so give them the attention they deserve. Discover how simple movements and adjustments in alignment can create foot strength and mobility while relieving pain and discomfort. Learn alignment points to alleviate foot pressure (plantar fasciitis, bunions, neuromas, arthritis, etc.), how shoe choice affects the entire body (not just foot health), five main components to look for in shoes/footwear, the ideal role of orthotics, and exercises to move, stretch, and strengthen the muscles of the feet and lower legs. You will have the opportunity to actively participate in the gentle exercises while standing in socks or bare feet. You will receive a ball and half dome to take home for use which is included in the price of the class.

Modern Taekwondo is a Korean martial art with a heavy emphasis on kicks; developed during the 1940s and 1950s. Its origins are much older and are rooted in self-defense. When the speed and power developed through Taekwondo is used in a self-defense situation against the vulnerable parts of an attacker's body, the results can be incredible. Taekwondo allows a woman to emphasize many of her natural physical strengths, such as power in the legs, while learning a method of self-defense efficient against a much larger opponent. This seminar will introduce individuals to basic techniques that can be used to escape dangerous situations. We will also talk about ways to not become a victim and display confidence. Each session will begin with a brief warm-up and then participants will learn various striking techniques and how to apply them in self-defense situations.

When was the last time you updated your makeup and beauty regimen? Has your skin changed over time? What about your hair color? Update your look with tips and techniques for ageless beauty. Learn about a variety of products that may be completely new to you, application, and the latest trends in makeup and skin care. Julie Sherman is a makeup artist with 30 years of experience. No products or services will be sold! This class is essential for busy, beautiful women who could use a little updating.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Acupressure is an ancient healing art that can offer great relief, with no side effects, from symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, bloating, headaches, irritability, nausea, insomnia, anxiety and even weight gain. Learn which points balance hormone levels naturally, including thyroid hormones. Acupressure is a wonderful self-help tool that will help you feel your best. We will discuss breathing techniques, nutritional musts, and more.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Here’s a facelift you can do at home. Acupressure is an ancient Eastern healing method that works with the energy that flows through your body. Stimulating facial acupressure points can help erase years from your face naturally, bring a healthy glow to your skin; increase muscle tone; decrease puffiness and eye bags; reduce lines and prevent new lines from forming; even decrease headaches, relieve eye strain, soothe nerves and increase relaxation. Learn how to make your skin as healthy as possible from the inside out.

This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Acupressure is a Chinese healing technique that involves pressing or massaging key points on the body to stimulate energy flow through pathways called meridians. When the points that regulate metabolism, digestion and thyroid function are blocked or out of balance, losing weight will seem like an impossible task. Learn the main pressure points that help strengthen thyroid function, boost metabolism, control appetite, decrease food cravings, reduce stress eating and strengthen the entire digestive system.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Acupressure is an ancient healing art and self-help tool. It can offer great relief with no side effects and help you feel your best. Along with the specific points to help relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, irritability and even weight gain, learn the Nine Master Pressure Points which are the most helpful and most frequently prescribed to help and assist every system in your body.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Perimenopause starts around the age of 35 for most women and can last 10-15 years. Common symptoms include fatigue, migraines, weight gain, water retention, depression, sleep disturbances, joint aches, hot flashes, anger flashes, migraines, fibroids, exaggerated PMS and more. Once you understand exactly what is causing all the troublesome symptoms, they are much easier to correct. We'll discuss how to get hormone levels measured - blood test vs. saliva test and what to do with the results; traditional HRT vs. bio-identical; acupressure points to assist in symptom relief and nutritional musts. You'll leave with multiple tools and techniques for restoring health and well-being.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Current research shows lifestyle and diet have a big effect on HOW the brain ages. Cognitive function, which covers all aspects of perceiving, thinking and reasoning, CAN improve. And the very good news is no matter what your age there are things you can begin to do today to improve how quickly and effectively brain cells communicate with each other. We’ll discuss which ‘superfoods’ reduce the damaging effects of toxins and inflammation on the brain and which nutrients are great for memory, attention, processing information and reducing stress. You will learn simple, easy to implement strategies to help your brain stay healthy and alert.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Have you taken a good look at your feet, ankles or knees lately? They support the weight of your entire body. Take off your shoes and socks, roll up your pants and look in a mirror. Do your ankles roll in? Are your arches flat? Do you have bunions or calluses? Are your toes straight or do they bend in? Does your big toe pull in towards the other toes? Do your knees lock back? Do your kneecaps turn in or pull outward? Walk away with the knowledge you need to help correct these common problems.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. If you’ve noticed hip/thigh/butt spread, you are not alone, and this workshop is for you. We have become a nation of professional sitters, causing lower body muscles to weaken and sag. In this workshop, you will learn: my famous ‘10 Minute Miracle Exercise’ series to strengthen lower body muscles quickly and, in the process, increase metabolism and bone density; decrease 2 inches off saddlebag area in 2 weeks; trim inches off lower body by getting rid of excess water weight; breathing technique to stimulate fat metabolism; acupressure points for lymph circulation and drainage. If you don’t have time/money/inclination to haul yourself to a gym several times a week, you will love these powerful and effective techniques. You will need a resistance band, tied in a loop for the ’10 Minute Miracle Exercise’.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Every day, your body makes about 330 billion new cells which means 3.8 million cells are replaced every second. This means every second is an opportunity to make your body healthier. The quality of cell your body can produce is very dependent on what raw materials you have floating around your bloodstream. Studies show you can be 50 and have the physiology of a 30-year-old, (and vise versa), depending on how well you take care of yourself. What you do now affects your health and well-being in the future. Nothing beats good health. Discover simple steps you can take to help make your body as healthy as possible.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Have you ever found that in the a.m. your pants fit fine but by mid-afternoon the waistband squeezes you like a tourniquet? Or that no matter how many crunches you do, your stomach still hangs out? Getting rid of a potbelly is much more than just doing abdominal exercises. Learn the main causes and 6 strategies for getting rid of belly bloat. You'll do a few exercises designed to strengthen the deepest layer of abdominal muscle - the layer that is responsible for flattening your stomach, shaping your waistline and supporting your lower back. And you'll do this without getting on the floor!

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Breathing in specific ways can have amazing and powerful healing benefits on mind and body. Breath work is the single most powerful thing you can practice for improving energy levels, health and well-being. In this workshop, you will learn ancient breathing exercises that will: neutralize stress by reprogramming your nervous system; increase energy and vitality; increase brain function; improve immune response; decrease depression and anxiety; and actually help strengthen your back and abs from the inside out. A simple and powerful technique for optimum health of mind and body is absolutely free and right under your nose.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. In the past you probably could drop weight by cutting back on calories or exercising a bit more. But then suddenly the scale stops moving and you just can’t seem to lose weight. The good news is - you could lose up to 20 pounds in a year without eating less. Just by revving up your metabolism, you can burn more calories every day, lose fat, boost energy, feel stronger and more fit. In this class, you will learn 20 simple things you can do every day to boost your metabolism and burn as much as 30% more calories every day.

This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Mudras, or ‘yoga of the hands’ has been recognized for centuries as a simple yet effective healing tool. In ancient India, Mudras were believed to be the key to spiritual, mental and physical wellbeing and that regular practice of the hand positions can rejuvenate body and mind. The hand positions are easy to do, take minutes to perform and can be done almost anywhere at any time. Mudras can also be used to help relieve numerous conditions such as anxiety, stress, digestive issues, weight loss, bloating, insomnia and so many more.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Ever had a day where you can’t stop eating? Do you crave starches, snack foods, and sweets and find the more you eat, the more you want to eat? Is your snacking out of control? In this workshop, we will discuss a two week plan that will STOP your cravings (no kidding!), help you lose weight and help keep your insulin levels balanced. Overcoming carb cravings is not a matter of willpower but of biology. stop the vicious cycle of food craving and weight gain. No hype, just the facts.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Have you ever caught sight of your reflection in a window or mirror to see that your head leads the way? Or noticed that your shoulders and upper back are too rounded forward? You’ll learn simple techniques to improve posture and stand straighter. We’ll do exercises to help flatten the upper back, un-round shoulders and flatten your midsection. We’ll talk about how to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and related injuries and how to re-gain bone mass. We’ll discuss the latest research findings on nutrition and talk about the importance of minerals and trace minerals for bone health; foods that help and/or harm your bones and more. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Ever caught your own reflection to see that your head hangs too far forward, or your shoulders are too rounded, or you slump too much? You will learn how to correct common posture problems and learn an ‘Instant Alignment Technique’ that will have you standing straighter immediately. We will discuss easy to implement tips when at a computer, in a car or working out. There are many benefits to improving posture. The good news is no matter how long you may have had poor posture. Your clothes will fit and look better, too!

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Abdominal muscles weaken and lose shape due to past pregnancies, surgeries, sitting at a desk all day, being sedentary and poor posture. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal, without stressing back or neck joints and without getting on the floor. Common abdominal exercises like crunches can place too much stress on back and neck joints. Learn a series of extremely effective exercises to quickly strengthen all four layers of abdominal.

***This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class. Do you have joints that ache - a knee or hip or back? Whether you have arthritis, bursitis or just creaky joints, this workshop is for you. Joint lubrication exercises are quite simple and easy to do yet produce rather remarkable results by helping to free your joints of pain. We’ll also discuss which nutrients are needed to help keep your joints healthy. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.