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Welcome. For class descriptions, ongoing class information, recent class forms & handouts, as well as contact information, simply scroll down. To book additional classes, whether group or private, or to observe ongoing classes, contact me at bflowyoga@gmail.com.
Welcome. For class descriptions, ongoing class information, recent class forms & handouts, as well as contact information, simply scroll down. To book additional classes, whether group or private, or to observe ongoing classes, contact me at bflowyoga@gmail.com.
INSTRUCTOR BACKGROUND: Barbara Freedman, Ph.D., E-RYT, is an experienced and insured Yoga Teacher who is also a Strong Bones Certified Trainer. She has been teaching flow yoga & strength training in the Massachusetts area for 15 years. She trained in the Yoga of Energy Flow with Daniel Orlansky and continues to work with him and with Chip Hartranft, Director of the Arlington Center for Yoga. Each of her classes includes centering qigong work; a slow flow yoga sequence linking movement to breath to build strength and endurance; a combination of sustained yin yoga holds and traditional asanas to increase flexibility and balance; and a focus on meditation and pranayama. She specializes in creative vinyasa sequencing; modifications for seniors; combining weights with yoga (whether through "Iron Yoga" sequences or as a complementary practice); Strong Bones workouts; and women's classes. She teaches weekly in the Cambridge/Arlington/West Medford/Winchester area in addition to a community based Strong Women, Strong Bones class based on Tufts University's program of strength training for women to fight osteoporosis. Contact her at bflowyoga@gmail.com for queries or to observe or sample an ongoing class.
INSTRUCTOR BACKGROUND: Barbara Freedman, Ph.D., E-RYT, is an experienced and insured Yoga Teacher who is also a Strong Bones Certified Trainer. She has been teaching flow yoga & strength training in the Massachusetts area for 15 years. She trained in the Yoga of Energy Flow with Daniel Orlansky and continues to work with him and with Chip Hartranft, Director of the Arlington Center for Yoga. Each of her classes includes centering qigong work; a slow flow yoga sequence linking movement to breath to build strength and endurance; a combination of sustained yin yoga holds and traditional asanas to increase flexibility and balance; and a focus on meditation and pranayama. She specializes in creative vinyasa sequencing; modifications for seniors; combining weights with yoga (whether through "Iron Yoga" sequences or as a complementary practice); Strong Bones workouts; and women's classes. She teaches weekly in the Cambridge/Arlington/West Medford/Winchester area in addition to a community based Strong Women, Strong Bones class based on Tufts University's program of strength training for women to fight osteoporosis. Contact her at bflowyoga@gmail.com for queries or to observe or sample an ongoing class.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
YOGA FLOW: Gently athletic hatha yoga class joins mindfulness practice & breath awareness with slowly flowing movement from one pose to the next. Includes qigong warm up and longer yin yoga holds. Ideal for safely building strength, balance, flexibility. Bring to class yoga mat, block, strap, resistance band & garden kneeler or similar protection.
YOGA FLOW: Gently athletic hatha yoga class joins mindfulness practice & breath awareness with slowly flowing movement from one pose to the next. Includes qigong warm up and longer yin yoga holds. Ideal for safely building strength, balance, flexibility. Bring to class yoga mat, block, strap, resistance band & garden kneeler or similar protection.
STRENGTH TRAINING & YOGA: STRONG BODIES & BONES: Lively, fast paced, full body strength training workout to music with free weights includes Yoga & Pilates. Routine based on the Instructor's successful experience with the Strong Bones Program, considered the gold standard for treating and even reversing osteoporosis and arthritis, as written up in the Journal of American Medical Association & elsewhere. Includes qigong & standing yoga flow warm up; upper and lower body strength training with weights; and yin yoga stretches for cool down. Bring to class hand weights (3-5 lbs to start), adjustable 5 lb. ankle weights (all Pro, for example), yoga mat, block, strap, resistance band & quality memory foam garden kneeler or similar protection. Wear layered flexible clothing, sneakers. Can be taught without floor work, as needed.
STRENGTH TRAINING & YOGA: STRONG BODIES & BONES: Lively, fast paced, full body strength training workout to music with free weights includes Yoga & Pilates. Routine based on the Instructor's successful experience with the Strong Bones Program, considered the gold standard for treating and even reversing osteoporosis and arthritis, as written up in the Journal of American Medical Association & elsewhere. Includes qigong & standing yoga flow warm up; upper and lower body strength training with weights; and yin yoga stretches for cool down. Bring to class hand weights (3-5 lbs to start), adjustable 5 lb. ankle weights (all Pro, for example), yoga mat, block, strap, resistance band & quality memory foam garden kneeler or similar protection. Wear layered flexible clothing, sneakers. Can be taught without floor work, as needed.
CURRENT CLASSES:
CURRENT CLASSES:
Strength Training & Yoga
Strength Training & Yoga
Tuesdays, 9-10:30, Private Class, Arlington
Tuesdays, 9-10:30, Private Class, Arlington
Thursdays, 9-10:30, West Medford Community Center, filled.
Thursdays, 9-10:30, West Medford Community Center, filled.
Saturdays, 9-10:30, West Medford Community Center, filled.
Saturdays, 9-10:30, West Medford Community Center, filled.
Both at 111 Arlington Street, West Medford, MA 02155, by donation only.
Both at 111 Arlington Street, West Medford, MA 02155, by donation only.
Current classes are preregistered, require masks, physical distancing of 6-8 ft, extra gloves, & hand sanitizer
Current classes are preregistered, require masks, physical distancing of 6-8 ft, extra gloves, & hand sanitizer
FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS DUE TO WEATHER & FOR RAIN DATES: In general, please check wunderground.com (Winchester, Medford, Cambridge) hourly section to check the weather for our outdoor class time. Please also check your email and this website on the morning of class.
FOR ANY CANCELLATIONS DUE TO WEATHER & FOR RAIN DATES: In general, please check wunderground.com (Winchester, Medford, Cambridge) hourly section to check the weather for our outdoor class time. Please also check your email and this website on the morning of class.
NB: All Arlington Senior Center COA classes are online only at this time; check back at this website in November to see if we will offer online classes through the COA.
NB: All Arlington Senior Center COA classes are online only at this time; check back at this website in November to see if we will offer online classes through the COA.
EXERCISE LIABILITY FORMS: Both forms to be printed out & signed before attending/observing.
EXERCISE LIABILITY FORMS: Both forms to be printed out & signed before attending/observing.
- General Exercise Liability Waiver
I hereby agree to the following:
I hereby agree to the following:
1. I am choosing to participate in outdoor exercise classes during which I will receive information and instruction about yoga, fitness, exercise, and health. I recognize that these outdoor classes require physical exertion, which may be strenuous and may cause physical injury, and may include hot weather, which can exacerbate some medical conditions; I am fully aware of the risks and hazards involved.
1. I am choosing to participate in outdoor exercise classes during which I will receive information and instruction about yoga, fitness, exercise, and health. I recognize that these outdoor classes require physical exertion, which may be strenuous and may cause physical injury, and may include hot weather, which can exacerbate some medical conditions; I am fully aware of the risks and hazards involved.
2. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in any physical fitness program, including outdoor yoga & light strength training. I represent and warrant that I have no medical condition that would prevent my participation in physical fitness activities.
2. I understand that it is my responsibility to consult with a physician prior to and regarding my participation in any physical fitness program, including outdoor yoga & light strength training. I represent and warrant that I have no medical condition that would prevent my participation in physical fitness activities.
3. In consideration of being permitted to participate in these classes, I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages which I might incur as a result of participating in the program.
3. In consideration of being permitted to participate in these classes, I agree to assume full responsibility for any risks, injuries, or damages which I might incur as a result of participating in the program.
4. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in these classes, I knowingly, voluntarily, and expressly waive any claim I may have against the instructor, Barbara Freedman; and the owner or the leaseholder (West Medford Community Center), of the building & grounds at 111 Arlington St, Medford MA, for injuries or damages that I may sustain as a result of participating in classes here.
4. In further consideration of being permitted to participate in these classes, I knowingly, voluntarily, and expressly waive any claim I may have against the instructor, Barbara Freedman; and the owner or the leaseholder (West Medford Community Center), of the building & grounds at 111 Arlington St, Medford MA, for injuries or damages that I may sustain as a result of participating in classes here.
I have read the above release and waiver of liability and fully understand and voluntarily agree to its terms.
I have read the above release and waiver of liability and fully understand and voluntarily agree to its terms.
Printed Name: _________________ Signature: _______________________Email & Tel: ______________________________
Printed Name: _________________ Signature: _______________________Email & Tel: ______________________________
Emergency Contact: ________________Email & Tel: __________________________
Emergency Contact: ________________Email & Tel: __________________________
Optional Medical Emer Contact Name & Tel: ________________Date: ______________
Optional Medical Emer Contact Name & Tel: ________________Date: ______________
2. Covid Liability Waiver
2. Covid Liability Waiver
COVID-19 SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge that while I am exercising at wmcc, or socializing before or afterwards, I will practice social distancing of 6-8 feet and wear a mask to reduce exposure to COVID 19. I will also keep my exercise gear distanced. I will bring sterilizing hand wipes so that should I need to use the wmcc bathroom on an emergency basis, I can carefully wipe down all touched surfaces, including all internal and external door handles, faucets, toilet flush, etc and I will wash hands carefully.
COVID-19 SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I acknowledge that while I am exercising at wmcc, or socializing before or afterwards, I will practice social distancing of 6-8 feet and wear a mask to reduce exposure to COVID 19. I will also keep my exercise gear distanced. I will bring sterilizing hand wipes so that should I need to use the wmcc bathroom on an emergency basis, I can carefully wipe down all touched surfaces, including all internal and external door handles, faucets, toilet flush, etc and I will wash hands carefully.
Because COVID-19 is extremely contagious & spread mainly from person-to-person, wmcc & Instructor have put in place preventative measures to reduce its spread (preregistration & prepayment, no contact temperature, covid update safety forms, limited enrollment outdoor classes, distancing/masking requirements, etc). However, neither wmcc nor Instructor can guarantee that I will not become infected. I agree to take full responsibility for my health, to hold Instructor & wmcc harmless, and to exercise extreme caution by checking with physicians, & using masks/distancing in addition to the following:
Because COVID-19 is extremely contagious & spread mainly from person-to-person, wmcc & Instructor have put in place preventative measures to reduce its spread (preregistration & prepayment, no contact temperature, covid update safety forms, limited enrollment outdoor classes, distancing/masking requirements, etc). However, neither wmcc nor Instructor can guarantee that I will not become infected. I agree to take full responsibility for my health, to hold Instructor & wmcc harmless, and to exercise extreme caution by checking with physicians, & using masks/distancing in addition to the following:
I understand that individuals who fall in any of the categories below should not engage in our outdoor exercise classes--and by participating, I certify that I do not fall into any of these categories:
I understand that individuals who fall in any of the categories below should not engage in our outdoor exercise classes--and by participating, I certify that I do not fall into any of these categories:
1. Individuals who currently or within the past fourteen (14) days have experienced any symptoms associated with COVID-19, which include fever, cough, and shortness of breath:
1. Individuals who currently or within the past fourteen (14) days have experienced any symptoms associated with COVID-19, which include fever, cough, and shortness of breath:
2. Individuals who have traveled at any point in the past fourteen (14) days either internationally or to a community in the U.S. that has experienced or is experiencing sustained community spread of COVID-19; or
2. Individuals who have traveled at any point in the past fourteen (14) days either internationally or to a community in the U.S. that has experienced or is experiencing sustained community spread of COVID-19; or
3. Individuals who believe they may have been exposed to a confirmed or suspected case of COVID19 or have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and are not yet cleared as non-contagious by state or local public health authorities or the health care team responsible for their treatment.
3. Individuals who believe they may have been exposed to a confirmed or suspected case of COVID19 or have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and are not yet cleared as non-contagious by state or local public health authorities or the health care team responsible for their treatment.
DUTY TO SELF-MONITOR: As a participant I also agree to self-monitor for signs & symptoms of COVID-19 (which typically include fever, cough, and shortness of breath) and to contact instructor if I experience symptoms of COVID-19 within 14 days after participating.
DUTY TO SELF-MONITOR: As a participant I also agree to self-monitor for signs & symptoms of COVID-19 (which typically include fever, cough, and shortness of breath) and to contact instructor if I experience symptoms of COVID-19 within 14 days after participating.
NAME PRINT: _________________SIGNATURE: ______________DATE: ________
NAME PRINT: _________________SIGNATURE: ______________DATE: ________
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