March into Self-Care with Hastings Community Education
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Get ready to make the most out of the upcoming month with Hastings Community Education. From Tai Chi, POUND, to Gentle Yoga by Candlelight, there's something for everyone in March. You are invited to take some time for yourself and join Community Ed for these exciting and revitalizing activities.
Starting on March 4th, Master Jeff Wood, a 5th Dan Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, will lead you through the ancient Chinese exercise discipline of Tai Chi. This low-impact practice utilizes a series of graceful body movements and specialized breathing techniques to help improve health, balance, and relaxation. Experience firsthand how Tai Chi can elevate your vitality and well-being.
On March 20th, let's crank up the music and get a great workout with POUND! This heart-pumping, cardio jam session designed to work your core and burn calories uses lightly weighted drumsticks to guide you through upbeat music and upwards of 15,000 stick strikes. Get ready to sweat, tone, and rock out to POUND!
Starting on March 23rd, join Community Ed for Gentle Yoga by Candlelight, an illuminating Dynamic Vinyasa Yoga class designed especially for beginners. This class, composed of creative sequences intended to provide strength, flexibility, and peace of mind, body, and spirit. The breath will guide you through this relaxing session, and yoga poses can be modified to fit your skills.
Hastings Community Education is a department of Hastings Public Schools, providing lifelong learning opportunities for all citizens living in the area. Their commitment to diversity and inclusivity is unwavering, and their belief in making Community Education easy and accessible to everyone is at the core of what they do. Come and discover the joy of learning with them. Office hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Community Ed hopes to see you there!
Tai Chi
Hey there, let's talk about Tai Chi! First things first, Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise discipline that's been around for centuries. It's a practice that combines slow, graceful body movements with specialized breathing techniques, all of which are designed to improve your health, balance, and relaxation. So, what's the origin story of Tai Chi, you ask? Well, let me tell you.
Legend has it that Tai Chi was first developed by a Taoist monk named Zhang Sanfeng, who lived in China during the 14th century. Zhang was said to have been inspired by a fight between a snake and a crane, which led him to create a series of movements that mimic the fluid, graceful motions of these animals. Over time, these movements evolved into what we now know as Tai Chi.
Today, Tai Chi is still practiced all over the world, and for good reason. It's a low-impact practice that's suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels, making it an excellent choice for those who want to improve their health and wellness without putting too much stress on their bodies. Tai Chi has been shown to have numerous benefits, including improved balance and flexibility, reduced stress and anxiety, and better overall physical and mental health.
One of the great things about Tai Chi is that it can be adapted to fit just about anyone's needs. Whether you're looking to improve your posture, reduce joint pain, or simply unwind after a long day, Tai Chi can be a great way to do it. And the best part? It's a fun, relaxing, and low-impact way to get moving, making it a perfect fit for anyone who's looking to improve their overall health and wellness.
So, if you're looking for a new way to move your body, reduce stress, and improve your overall health, consider giving Tai Chi a try. With its long history and numerous benefits, it's a practice that's stood the test of time and is still going strong today.
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