Dummerston Cares.

NEW EXERCISE CLASSES THROUGH DUMMERSTON CARES

NEW TAI CHI CLASS FOR BALANCE

This class will help participants to prevent falls, by improving confidence for standing and

walking with good balance. No matter your age, size, shape, or experience, everyone can

benefit and all are welcome.

Introductory class: Tuesday, May 14, 9:30 AM

When: 10 weeks on Tuesdays May 14 - July 16, from 9:30-10:30

Where: at Community Center, 150 West St., West Dummerston village

Class size: 10 participants

Attire: Lose clothing and indoor shoes recommended

Focus: Simple but profound Tai Chi movements and Qui Gong postures

Learning: Body wisdom & movement of Chi energy that's all around us

Helps: Walking, climbing stairs, recovery from injury & surgery, building confidence and

joy in movement.

Leader: Helen Hawes, 40-year Tai Chi practitioner and 30-year Focusing trainer. She

combines Tai Chi, Qui Gong and Focusing in a new approach to personal transformation.

NEW GENTLE YOGA CLASS

This class is for everyone, including older people and those with mild limitations.

Introductory class: Wednesday, May 15, 4 PM

When: Two sessions, Wednesdays May l5-June 12, Wednesdays July 10 - Aug. 28, 4-5 PM

Where: Community Center, 150 West St., West Dummerston village

Class size: 10 participants

Attire: Loose clothing

Style: Viniyoga, or adaptive yoga for an individual needs

Level: Adaptation of classic & simple poses to suit individual flexibility & strength

Breath & Meditation: May be emphasized more than postures for some older participants

Meditation: May be a helpful focus for older practioners

Supplies: Students supply yoga mat plus blanket and block for adapting postures

Leader: Judith Carpenter, yoga teacher for 20-plus years and Physicians Assistant for 24 years

Call Dummerston Cares' Message Line at (802)257-5800 or

email at info@DummerstonCares.org

Please include your name, phone number and email address if you have one

Cost: Classes are free of cost, though donations will be gratefully accepted to help cover cost

of leader stipends and use of Community Center space.