39 CAREER & WORKFORCE TRAINING Textbook Required Introduction to Hatha Yoga For those adults who have never tried yoga and those who don’t feel comfortable or safe in a general yoga studio/gym yoga class. In this class, participants learn some basics of yoga history and philosophy, breathing techniques and yogic postures. This class teaches how to practice the postures step by step, explaining benefits, medical contraindications, and adaptations if needed. The goal of this course is to safely and confidently practice on your own or in a general group class. Bring yoga mats and (optional) yoga blocks. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-FITNS 2107, 10 Thurs., Sept. 5-Nov. 21 (skip 10/31 & 11/7), 7:00-8:30 pm, TECH Lounge, $200. M Shedletsky. #97771 Yoga for Healthy Bones—Preventing and Reversing Osteoporosis About half of the U.S. population over 50 is at risk of osteopathic fracture. Yoga is the only method without adverse side effects that can prevent and reverse bone density loss. Among other benefits, it also improves balance and helps in fall prevention. In this course, participants will learn the most popular of three Yoga vs. Osteoporosis series studied by Dr. Loren Fishman. This course is appropriate for people already diagnosed with osteopenia and osteoporosis and those who want to learn how to improve their bone density, which deteriorates naturally with aging. The instructor will offer variations so that postures can be accessible to people with different abilities. Everyone will also learn how to practice them safely with a chair. Please bring a yoga belt, a mat, and two yoga blocks (thicker ones). The first session is in the form of a Powerpoint presentation, the remaining seven will be experiential. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-FITNS 2108, 8 Thurs., Sept. 5-Oct. 24, 5:00-6:30 pm, TECH Lounge, $170. M Shedletsky #97772 THINK, BREATH, ACT…GOLF PROGRAM! Join our golf program for all levels! This program is offered in partnership with Mindfocussports.com and SUNY Westchester Community College. All classes will take place at Yorktown Driving Range, 2710 Lexington Road off Route 202. All students must buy a medium bucket of balls on site for each class at $13 per class Golf clubs are not provided but the instructor can be contacted about purchase of clubs. Class questions can be sent via text only to 917-907-1874 To register, call 914-606-6830. IN-PERSON Introduction to Golf Learn the fundamentals of golf. Each student will gain a working knowledge of the game. Class will cover terminology; etiquette; rules; and practical skills for driving, putting, chipping, and pitching. The first class will focus on putting. CE SPORT 2010, 6 Sat., Sept. 7-Oct. 19 (skip 10/12), $120 (+ cost of balls at site). J Dunn. Sec. A: 8:00-9:30 am. #98032 Sec. B: 9:30-11:00 am. #98033 IN-PERSON Back to Basics Golf Designed for golfers of all levels who need a skill and feel refresher. Learn basic swing mechanics utilizing grip, stance, and posture. CE-SPORT 2035, $80 (+ cost of balls at site). J Dunn. Sec. A: 3 Tues., Sept. 10-24, 5:00-6:00 pm. #98034 Sec. B: 3 Tues., Sept. 10-24, 6:00-7:00 pm. #98035 Sec. C: 3 Tues., Oct. 15-29, 5:00-6:00 pm. #98036 Sec. D: 3 Tues., Oct. 15-29, 6:00-7:00 pm. #98037 Sec. E: 3 Tues., Nov. 5-19, 6:00-7:00 pm. #98288 Sec. F: 3 Tues., Nov. 5-19, 6:00-7:00 pm. #98289 LIFELONG LEARNING & ENRICHMENT
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