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Register online at www.emersonhealthyliving.org. Call 978-287-3777 for more information. Classes are located at the EmersonHospital Integrative Health & Wellness Center, 310 Baker Ave Ext, Concord (unless otherwise noted). Some classes are ongoing;you can join in at any time.Brooklyn Parkinson Group, this class utilizesvarious dance techniques and styles to addressbalance, flexibility, movement range and rhythmin a safe and enjoyable environment. Researchhas found that dance techniques can be helpful tothose with Parkinson’s disease. Families, friendsand care partners are welcome to participate.Taught by Susanne Liebich, who is trained inDance for PD. ®Attend a FREE viewing of the DVD “AboutDance for PD ® ” on Thursday, January 31, 10:00-10:30 am. Please call (978) 287-3777 to attendthe viewing.$125 for a nine-week session. Classes are 10:30-11:30 am. Session begins January 31 or April 18.NEW LIFESTYLE MOVEMENT FORMIND & BODY– for all older adultsExperience the joy of music, expressive movementand dance! Learn body awareness and rhythm toimprove coordination and balance, increase staminaand enhance your ability to perform everydayactivities. Taught by Susanne Liebich, trained inclassical, modern and ethnic dance, as well asDance for PD. ®$95 for a seven-week session. Classes are10:30-11:30 am. Session begins Monday, January28, or April 22.PRACTICAL AND EFFECTIVE SELF-DEFENSE for adults, teens, and childrenLearn physical and verbal techniques for selfdefensein these ongoing Japanese martial artsclasses. For returning students, each sessionbuilds on the prior one; beginners can start atany session. Classes are taught by Concord Self-Defense Academy instructors.Seirenkai Jujitsu: Beginning Sunday, January 13or April 14. Children’s jujitsu (grades 1-5): 2:00-3:00 pm. Middle school through adult jujistu:3:00-4:30 pm. Instructors: Len and JohannaGlazer, third-degree black belt.Evening Seirenkai Karate (high school toadult): Beginning Thursday, January 17, or March28, 7:30-9:00 pm. Attend one free sample class:call for details. Instructor: Stephen Lisauskas,fourth-degree black belt$150 for an individual student, weekly class$250 for two classes per week (for returningstudents only)Or 20% discount for additional family membersNEW LEGAL AND HEALTHCAREWELLNESSLearn about the legal implications affecting ouraging population: health care proxies, power ofattorney, guardianship/conservatorship, wills,long-term care, homecare and housing options,including federal and state programs. Caregiversand pre-planners of aging loved ones are welcome.Presented by Anne Marie Rowse, principalat Senior Care Advisors, and Margaret Hoag, elderlaw attorney at Morgan, Eckel and O’Connor.$35. Thursday, January 24, 7:00-9:00 pm.HYPNOSIS FOR WEIGHT LOSSThe natural and safe process of hypnosis uncoversthe underlying emotions, feelings, thoughtsand attitudes and guides you towards healthy eatingpatterns. Presented by Joseph Packard, boardcertifiedhypnotherapist.$100 for 3 sessions. Classes are Tuesday, 5:00-7:00 pm. Session begins February 5 or April 2.QUIT SMOKING WITH HYPNOSISHypnosis can be a solid tool to help you quitsmoking by reducing the symptoms of withdrawaland cravings. Come to class with a mindset togive up the habit tonight. Presented by JosephPackard, board-certified hypnotherapist.$100 for 3 sessions. All classes are Tuesday,7:00-9:00 pm. Session begins February 5 orApril 2.NEW LANGUAGE exercise for mindand bodyResearch suggests that learning a new language“rewires” the brain and can help delay the onsetof dementia. This innovative, relaxed and interactivelearning series combines movement,postures and breathing with learning commonSpanish phrases and vocabulary. No previouslanguage experience needed; all levels of fitnesswelcome. Bring an exercise mat and water bottle.Taught by Sanjyot Lupo, certified yoga instructor,and Julie Szekely Paine, Spanish instructor.$98 for a seven-week session. Classes are 1:00-2:00 pm. Session begins Tuesday, February 5.NEW THE HEALING POWER OFHAPPINESSHappy people produce fewer stress-related hormones,have stronger immune systems and livelonger. Negative emotions, such as depressionand anxiety, put you at risk for heart disease.Presented by Fran Spayne, MA, holistic therapist/inspirational life coach.$35. Saturday, February 9, 1:30-3:00 pm.HEALTHY NECK AND SHOULDERSLearn exercises and stretches that will relievetension, stiffness and pain, and mobilize andstrengthen the muscles of your neck and shoulders.Common causes and simple preventionstrategies also will be covered. Please bring anexercise mat. Presented by Nicki McGachey, CPT,from Personal Training International.$35. Wednesday, February 13, 6:30-8:00 pm.NEW MAKING THE PALEO DIET WORKLearn about the PaleoDiet and how it compareswith other lowcarbohydratediets.Learn to incorporatepaleo foods – meats,fish, nuts, leafy greens,regional vegetablesand seeds – into your daily life. Receive recipes,meal plans and try food samples. Taught by LucyHutchings, registered dietitian.$75 for each three-week session. Classes are7:00-9:00 pm. Sessions begin Wednesday,February 20, or April 3.NEW WHAT HOT FLASHES?Learn basic yoga movements, targeted posturesand breathing that can help elevate your mood,fill you with positive energy and make your bodystrong enough to bear menopausal discomfort,as well as menstrual pain. All levels of fitnesswelcome. Please bring an exercise mat and waterbottle. Taught by Sanjyot Lupo, certified yogainstructor.$98 for a seven-week session. Classes are 5:00-6:00 pm. Sessions begin Thursday, February 21.Emerson Hospital reserves the right to cancel any program due to insufficient enrollment or inclement weather. If you are unsurewhether there will be class due to inclement weather, please call the center one hour prior to your class at 978-287-3777.11