Health & Wellness

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Square Foot Or Container Gardening

with D. Leighton

Mar

29

March 29th to April 12th, 2023

$25 More Info

Would you like to have fresh vegetables, but don’t have the time, space, or energy to maintain a large garden? If your answer is Yes, you should look into square foot or container gardening. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of both square foot and container gardening, including soil type, plant feedings, and spacing. Many “do it yourself” ideas are included, and I will show you tips and tricks to have a good harvest without spending too much money. Come and garden with me!”

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Breathing And Meditation

with H Audet

Apr

5

April 5th to 26th, 2023

$40 More Info

Learn tools to help with relaxation and calming the mind to bring you to a deeper sense of self. Each week, instructor Heidi L. Audet, ERYT-500 will guide students in light stretching and guided relaxation to prepare for seated meditation, breathing exercises known as Pranayama, which help to calm the mind and prepare students for guided meditation practice to cultivate stilling the mind. No prior experience necessary. What to bring: a yoga mat and a cushion or pillow and a blanket. Class will be live-streamed from Chill Yoga, 182 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. This is a hybrid (in-studio and streamed) class, so those who would prefer to take the class online instead of in studio may exercise that option. Please specify preference when registering.

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Ayurveda 102: Dinyacharya, Daily Self-Care For Late Winter/Early Spring Wellness

with H Audet

Feb

28

February 28th, 2023

$25 More Info

Dinacharya, what does this mean? In Sanskrit, “Dina” means daily and “charya” means following, moving. This daily moving, or daily practice of self-care, helps to establish wellness and health. Ayurveda, the “wisdom of life” is the 5000 year-old medical system of India, recognizes each individual’s uniqueness. As we take time to understand who we are and how we function, we can reduce one of the biggest disease instigators of our day, stress. Ayurvedic philosophy believes that this is accomplished through better nutrition, lifestyle choices, daily self-care, and physically moving toxins from the body via the practice of yoga. Join Heidi for an evening of insight and practice into better health and wellness, learning the art of self-care, the Ayurveda way. Heidi will demonstrate Abhyanga, self-massage and explain a way for achieving daily care based upon your specific Dosha (vata, pitta, or kapha). Balancing snacks and teas will be served. Self-care oils and educational handouts included in lab fee. Lab fee of $8 paid to instructor the night of class. Class will be offered at Chill Yoga, 182 Lisbon St., 1st floor, next door to Forage Market.

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Breath-Taking At Night

with C. Freeman

$37 More Info

Poor sleep is the #1 reason why so many people are sick and tired. The reason for poor sleep is almost always, faulty breathing. You know you can’t possibly have your highest brain power, do your best or feel your best when you are chronically fatigued and drained from lack of restful sleep. In this class, you will learn how to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, stop snoring and wake up feeling rested. Self-paced/Start Anytime.

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Beginners Vinyasa Yoga

with H Audet

Apr

11

April 11th to May 2nd, 2023

$40 More Info

Have you always wanted to try yoga, but thought you weren’t flexible enough? Want to experience a sense of peace and well-being? Are you curious about learning how to relax and calm anxiety with breathing and flowing movements? If the answer was yes to any of these questions, join Heidi for this introduction to yoga. Modifications offered for knee, hip, neck and wrist, and back issues. Supplies: yoga mat, small blanket, and a bottle of water. Class will be live-streamed from Chill Yoga, 182 Lisbon Street, Lewiston. This is a hybrid class, so students who would like to participate remotely may utilize that option. Please specify preference when registering.

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Build Energy And Endurance At Any Age

with C. Freeman

Feb

6

February 6th to 27th, 2023

$115 More Info

Yes, it’s true, you can breathe new life into your body. Learn how to train your entire body. Whether you’re an athlete or not, the secret to greater strength and endurance starts and ends with the strength of your respiratory system. Every cell in your body is dependent on oxygen to create energy. The amount of oxygen available to your body and brain is dependent on the quality of your breathing pattern and function. The class covers Breathing Pattern Awareness, Respiratory Muscle Training, Endurance Building, and Core Strength Training.