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Program Ages Day/Date Time Location # of Classes Activity # Res/NR
Fitness in the Park All Th/Sa, May 17 - Aug 4 Various Multiple 26 325344-01 $26/39
Tai Chi 15 + Tu, May 1 - May 29 8:00 - 8:55P Fox Center 5 225340-01 $58/87
Tai Chi 15 + W, May 2 - May 30 9:15 - 10:25A Fox Center 5 225340-02 $58/87
QiGong 15 + W, May 2 - May 30 10:30 - 11:25A Fox Center 5 225341-01 $58/87
Posture Alive 15 + W, Apr 18 - May 23 9:00 - 9:55A Dole Center 6 225345-01 $70/105
Wellness Specialty Classes
Fitness in the Park
Supervisor: Laura Greeley
Meet us under the sun for our annual Fitness in the
Parks (formerly Fit Fun under the Sun) outdoor Spring/
Summer wellness program. Join us ursday evenings,
7:00P, at Cheney Mansion to unwind, relax, slow your
breath, and focus on the present during our yoga class.
Saturday mornings, 8:00A, at Rehm Park will focus on
total body conditioning and improving strength.
Min 10/Max 60
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.
Min 6/Max 20
Class does not meet: 3/27 & 3/28
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.
Min 6/Max 20
Class does not meet: 3/28
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.
Min 6/Max 20
Class does not meet: 3/28
Tai Chi Colleagues (Ages 18+)
Fridays 10:30-11:30AM
Location: Ridgeland Common
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
nedown Yoga
Join us for an evening of Yoga capped off with
a glass of wine at Cheney Mansion, the 2nd
ursday of each month from 7:00-8:30P.
Socialize with neighbors, schedule this as date
night or use the time to "winedown" from the
week! Visit www.pdop.org/fitness for more
information and to register!
Join us on April 7 to celebrate World Health
Day with a FREE workout in the Park!
We'll combine Yoga and Fitness for a class
that focuses on both mental and physical
health. Visit www.pdop.org/fitness for more
information and to register!
For Our Local Teachers!
Did you know we offer multiple 4PM classes
each week as a convenience for our local
teachers?" Check out our schedule for more
information and to join in on the fun!
Did You Know...
ere is a Fitness Challenge posted on the
stairs at Barrie Park. We encourage you to
challenge friends and family members to see
who can make it to the top of the Eiffel Tower
the fastest!
Take
a
WALK
in
our
PARKS
See
page
83.
Enjoy Vinyasa Yoga while your 3-5
year old enjoys cras, stories and the
outdoors. See Yoga & Play on page 34
for details.
