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Program Ages Day(S) & Date(S) Time(S) Location
# of
Classes Activity # Res/NR
Tai Chi 15 + Tu, Sep 6 - Oct 11 8:00-8:55P Fox Center 6 425340-01 $66/99
Tai Chi 15 + W, Sep 7 - Oct 12 9:15-10:25A Fox Center 6 425340-02 $66/99
Tai Chi 15 + Tu, Oct 25 - Nov 29 8:00-8:55P Fox Center 6 425340-03 $66/99
Tai Chi 15 + W, Oct 26 - Dec 7 9:15-10:25A Fox Center 6 425340-04 $66/99
QiGong for the Season 15 + W, Sep 7 - Oct 12 10:30-11:25A Fox Center 6 425341-01 $66/99
QiGong for the Season 15 + W, Oct 26 - Dec 7 10:30-11:25A Fox Center 6 425341-02 $66/99
Therapeutic Tai Chi 15 + Th, Sep 8 - Oct 13 10:00-10:55A Fox Center 6 425343-01 $66/99
Therapeutic Tai Chi 15 + Th, Oct 27 - Dec 8 10:00-10:55A Fox Center 6 425343-02 $66/99
Posture Alive 15 + W, Sep 7 - Oct 12 9:00-9:55A Dole Center 6 425345-01 $66/99
Posture Alive 15 + W, Oct 26 - Dec 7 9:00-9:55A Dole Center 6 425345-02 $66/99
Tai Chi
Supervisor: Laura Greeley
Tai Chi (Yang Style): Taijiquan (grand
ultimate fist) refers to a series of dynamic,
connected postures strung together in a smooth,
flowing manner. Within the postures are martial art
aspects that are largely hidden. Class begins with
QiGong sets and then moves on to emphasize the 24
posture Beijing style (Yang short form). is class
is oen taken on a continuing basis as a lifestyle
endeavor.
Instructor: Beatrice DeFranco
Min 6/Max 20
Class does not meet: 11/23
QiGong for the Season
Supervisor: Laura Greeley
Experience the flow of energy (Qi) and the power
of self-healing. Learn how to combine static and
moving meditations with the Five Elements and
cycles of nature to cultivate your energy garden.
Season-specific foods will also be introduced.
Many healthcare practitioners are discovering and
recommending this Chinese bio-energetic system
as a productive, integrative therapy that supports
wellness through exercise.
Instructor: Beatrice DeFranco
Min 6/Max 20
Class does not meet: 11/23
Therapeutic Tai Chi
Supervisor: Laura Greeley
Class focus is on using breath
and energy techniques
common to Tai Chi & Qigong
to progressively bring about a
state of balance and stability.
We begin with chair work
to open joints and release
tension throughout the body.
As the class progresses, we
move to more challenging
Temple style tai chi (can be
done standing or sitting)
which supports strength, endurance and balance.
Many feel that the most valuable thing about the
class is that it retrains the breathing to restore deep
vitality.
Instructor: Beatrice DeFranco
Min 6/Max 20
Class does not meet: 11/24
Wellness - Class Listings
Posture Alive
Supervisor: Laura Greeley
Does sitting for long hours leave you tired and
sore? When you correct your posture, do you stiffen
your spine? If you are ready to release the tensions
that are holding you tight, then open your mind
and try something new! is class will combine
e Feldenkrais Method® of Somatic Education
and Tai Chi to help you experiment with your
body movement to feel more flexible, whole, and
connected. Taught through sitting, standing, and
lying down guided-movement lessons, participants
will learn to increase flexibility, decrease lower back
strain, and improve effortless posture throughout
daily activities.
Instructor: Mary Susan Chen, Physical erapist
and Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner
Min 6/Max 20
Class does not meet: 11/23
For more information on our Alternative Wellness Programs, visit www.pdop.org/programs/altwellness.
Tai Chi, Therapeutic Tai Chi & QiGong for the season.
New Location: Cheney Mansion, except for Tuesday evening Tai Chi.
Tai Chi Colleagues (Ages 18 and up)
Fridays 10:30-11:30AM • Location: Ridgeland Common Recreation Center
Are you currently enrolled in a Tai Chi class or have you done Tai Chi in the past? Join fellow students to
refine and practice your skills. Minimal instruction is provided in this program. Program is FREE for
Active Adult Members, $2 for Oak Park Residents and $3 for Non-Residents.
Min 1/Max 20
