HEALTH E08, Walking for Wellness
This class includes a theme-based facilitated group walking practice with warm up, stretch, and cool down. Emeritus students will experience walking as a simple way to boost activity levels while improving overall health and well-being while being out in nature. All fitness levels welcome, but class is geared towards beginners. Students are encouraged to keep a journal/log of their progress.
Course Number: 9753 Time: 9 to 9:50 a.m. MWLocation: ITINERARYInstructor: Chiba S
Course Number: 9833 Time: 10 to 10:50 a.m. TThLocation: ITINERARYInstructor: Albert G S
HEALTH E10, Movement and Conditioning for Older Adults
This course helps older adults maintain or improve their physical health, muscle strength, coordination, and cardiovascular conditioning by engaging in low-impact aerobic exercises, some strength training, floor exercises, and stretch movements. Older adults will also increase their range of motion and flexibility with a variety of stretches to fun and lively music.
Course Number: 9754 Time: 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. TThLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Chiba S
HEALTH E19, Mindfulness and Meditation
This course introduces Emeritus students to a variety of meditation techniques from different traditions, including mindfulness and gentle breath centered movement. It will provide an overview of the neuroscience supporting the benefits of individual meditation techniques including reduced stress, better sleep, improved focus, and a sense of well-being and other issues. The course will also address common obstacles to meditation as well as approaches to overcoming these obstacles. This course is designed for beginners and is also suitable for those with experience who want to refine their practice. Classes consist of a combination of lecture, practice, and discussion.
Course Number: 9755 Time: 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. TLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Regalado O
Course Number: 9755 Time: 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Regalado OThis is a hybrid class. The instructor will provide a Zoom link for those wishing to join remotely. This class is bilingual and will be conducted in Spanish and English.
Course Number: 9756 Time: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cass K
HEALTH E22, Chi Gong Principles & Practices for Older Adults
This course is designed to enhance the health and safety of older adults through use of the principles and techniques of Chi Gong. Based on Chinese philosophy and healing concepts, the course will include the history, theory and practice of Chi Gong, including both the Wu School and Yang Style. Included are such Chinese philosophies as Yin and Yang, the Eight Directions, and Five Element theory and their applications to healthy living. Students work at their own level to improve tone, strength, flexibility and balance. Lectures, films, texts and discussions will explore the theory and practice of this traditional Chinese method for health and healing. Students will analyze which strategies best meet their needs, and create an individual health plan integrating Chi Gong techniques into their daily lives.
Course Number: 9757 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. TThLocation: VP CTRInstructor: Shieh YAbove section 9757 meets at Virginia Avenue Park, 2200 Virginia Ave.
HEALTH E24, Physical Fitness and Conditioning I: Principles and Practices
Physical Fitness Level 1 is designed for Emeritus students. The course will introduce you to the basics of strength training and low-intensity aerobics: endurance, flexibility, posture, balance, aerobic activity, and overall physical function. Methods for warming up, stretching, low-impact aerobic activity, cooling down, strength training, and balance are included.
Course Number: 9758 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. MLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Wapner-Baart L J
Course Number: 9758 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. WLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Wapner-Baart L JAbove section 9758 is a hybrid class taught on campus and online via the Internet. This is a hybrid class. Monday will meet on ground only and Wednesday will meet on Zoom.
Course Number: 9759 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Wapner-Baart L J
Course Number: 9760 Time: 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Terry Jr P WMore suitable for intermediate and advanced students but can be modified for beginners.
Course Number: 9761 Time: 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Albert G S
Course Number: 9762 Time: 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cass KA mindful fitness class, beginner level, some chair-based movements, yoga inspired.
HEALTH E28, Strength and Stamina I: Principles and Practices
Formerly HEALTH E25.
This course introduces Emeritus students to strength & stamina training, basic principles, benefits, & safety considerations. It will explore how to maintain or improve health & stamina through the use of resistance bands, hand weights, stretching and flexibility with standing and floor exercises.
Course Number: 9838 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Albert G S
Course Number: 9841 Time: 10 to 11:15 a.m. TLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Regalado O
Course Number: 9841 Time: 10 to 11:15 a.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Regalado OThis is a hybrid class. The instructor will provide a Zoom link for those wishing to join remotely.
Course Number: 9851 Time: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. MLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Wapner-Baart L J
Course Number: 9851 Time: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. WLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Wapner-Baart L JThis is a hybrid class. The instructor will provide a Zoom link for those wishing to join remotely.
Course Number: 9860 Time: 12 to 1:15 p.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Wapner-Bart L J
HEALTH E30, Personal Safety – Fall Prevention
This course is designed to help students avoid falls, which are the most frequent cause of serious injury in older adults. The course focuses on how, when and where falls frequently occur; how to maintain mobility, and how to improve and recover one’s balance. Students will create an individualized activity program to improve balance, endurance, strength and flexibility.
Course Number: 9763 Time: 12 to 1:50 p.m. MLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Fryden F
HEALTH E38, Joint Health and Mobility
This course helps Emeritus students with chronic joint pain or mobility problems to attain and maintain physical strength, mobility, and flexibility. Students will learn about the function of joints in the human body and techniques to move effectively without joint stress. Students will create an individual plan for mobility and physical fitness.
Course Number: 9764 Time: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Wapner-Baart L J
Course Number: 9765 Time: 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. TLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Regalado O
Course Number: 9765 Time: 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Regalado OThis is a hybrid class. The instructor will provide a Zoom link for those wishing to join remotely. This class uses world music with rhythmic movement. Enhanced flexibility, strength, and joint health. The Tuesday section of this course will be fully in person (no hybrid option available).
HEALTH E46, T’ai Chi I: Principles and Practices
Formerly HEALTH E23.
Introduces the study and practice of T’ai Chi and Qigong at a beginner level. An internal martial art designed to increase physical and mental strength by incorporating energy circulation, breathing, and mindfulness. This class focuses on stances, footwork, and whole body movement sequences at a beginner level that improve agility, postural alignment, balance, and relaxation to rejuvenate the body, reduce stress, and improve health.
Course Number: 9842 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. MFLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Akers P AWe practice sections one and two of the long, Yang-style form.
Course Number: 9858 Time: 12 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. WFLocation: VA PKInstructor: Nardini A SAbove section meets at Virginia Avenue Park, 2200 Virginia Ave.
Course Number: 9859 Time: 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. WFLocation: VP CTRInstructor: Nardini A SAbove section meets at Virginia Avenue Park, 2200 Virginia Ave.
HEALTH E47, T’ai Chi II: Intermediate/Advanced
Introduces the study and practice of T’ai Chi and Qigong, a traditional Chinese exercise system designed to increase physical and mental strength by combining martial arts movements with energy circulation, breathing, mindfulness, and stretching exercises at an intermediate/advanced level. Regular practice of T’ai Chi produces multiple health benefits. This course focuses on stances, footwork, and whole body movement sequences that improve agility, postural alignment, balance, and relaxation to rejuvenate the body, reduce stress, and improve health.
Course Number: 9843 Time: 2 to 3:15 p.m. MFLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Akers P ANot appropriate for beginning students.
HEALTH E58, Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga is a practice for developing balance and stability while improving strength and flexibility. Chair Yoga is geared for those who might be experiencing limited mobility due to illness, injury, disease, chronic pain, joint inflammation, or difficulty standing for long periods of time. Classes will include proper posture, breathing, relaxation, and meditation that is made accessible for all students.
Course Number: 9857 Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cass K
HEALTH E59, Yoga I: Principles and Practices
Formerly HEALTH E34.
This course is intended for beginning students or students who prefer floor-based mat work at a slower, gentler pace.
This beginning level, gentle Yoga Class offers a range of strategies and techniques to learn foundational practices with the intention of reducing and managing stress. Emeritus students will experience basic movement and postures, gratitude practices, breathing exercises, meditation, lifestyle practices and humor. The course also helps students establish peer support groups to help integrate and maintain these Yoga practices and skills.
Course Number: 9836 Time: 8:30 to 10:20 a.m. WFLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Dee D
Course Number: 9837 Time: 2 to 3:50 p.m. TThLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Dee D
Course Number: 9850 Time: 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Roseman T
Course Number: 9852 Time: 10 to 11:50 a.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cooper M
HEALTH E60, Yoga II: Intermediate/Advanced
Formerly HEALTH E21.
This course is for students with prior Yoga experience.
This intermediate/advanced level Yoga Class enhances the fitness and wellness of experienced Emeritus students. Students will learn more challenging standing and balancing postures and flowing sequences. The class will also dive deeper into Yoga history, principles, and practices such as breathing, meditation, relaxation, and visualization. Students will learn how to safely take their practice to the next level in a supportive community environment.
Course Number: 9853 Time: 9 to 10:50 a.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cooper M
Course Number: 9855 Time: 8 to 9:50 a.m. SLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Roseman T
Course Number: 9856 Time: 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. FLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Roseman T
HEALTH E65, Pool Exercises for Older Adults
This course assists older adults with joint difficulties and other chronic conditions by helping them engage in a zero-impact exercise in water. Older adults learn routines that use the resistance of water to build strength and stamina.
Course Number: 9773 Time: 12:45 to 2 p.m. MWLocation: POOLInstructor: Cass KThis class focuses on Aqua Yoga techniques and offers gentle water-based adaptations to classic Yoga practices. Above section meets at Santa Monica Swim Center, 2225 16th St. (16th & Pico).
Course Number: 9774 Time: 2 to 3:15 p.m. MWLocation: POOLInstructor: Cass KAbove section meets at Santa Monica Swim Center, 2225 16th St. (16th & Pico).
HEALTH E85, Pilates Level 1
This course is designed to introduce Emeritus students to the beginning Pilates matwork technique of exercise, starting with 30 basic exercises. Pilates is a unique method of body control and conditioning. It consists of stretching and strengthening the muscles, while improving flexibility and balance.
Course Number: 9775 Time: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. MWLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Huner K A
Course Number: 9776 Time: 12 to 1:15 p.m. TThLocation: MALBU 103Instructor: Muftuoglu GAbove section 9776 meets at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu. This is a hybrid class. The instructor will provide a Zoom link for those wishing to join remotely.