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: 9529 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. MWLocation: CLOVERInstructor: Chiba SAbove section 9529 meets at Clover Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd. (Ocean Park & 25th) Santa Monica
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: 9530 Time: 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. TThLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Chiba SThis is a hybrid class. The instructor will provide a Zoom link for those wishing to join remotely.
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: 9531 Time: 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. TLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Regalado O
Course Number: 9531 Time: 8:30 to 9:45 a.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Regalado OAbove section 9531 is is a hybrid class, with the first session held on campus and the second held online (instructor will provide a Zoom link).
Course Number: 9532 Time: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. TThLocation: 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: 9533 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. TThLocation: VP CTRInstructor: Shieh YAbove section 9533 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: 9534 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Wapner-Baart L J
Course Number: 9535 Time: 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Huner K A
Course Number: 9536 Time: 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cass KThis section is a mindful fitness class, beginner level, with some Yoga-inspired chair-based movements.
Course Number: 9537 Time: 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Albert G S
HEALTH E28, Strength and Stamina I: Principles and Practices
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: 9601 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. MWLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Huner K A
Course Number: 9603 Time: 10 to 11:15 a.m. TLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Regalado O
Course Number: 9603 Time: 10 to 11:15 a.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Regalado OAbove section 9603 is a hybrid class, with the first session held on campus and the second held online (instructor will provide a Zoom link).
Course Number: 9604 Time: 2 to 3:15 p.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Terry Jr P W
Course Number: 9605 Time: 12 to 1:15 p.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Wapner-Baart L JThis is a Pilates-based class to improve muscle tone, flexibility, strength, and posture, as well as work on balance, in a fun and relaxed way.
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: 9538 Time: 12 to 1:50 p.m. MLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Fryden FThis is a hybrid class. The instructor will provide a Zoom link for those wishing to join remotely.
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: 9539 Time: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Wapner-Baart L J
Course Number: 9540 Time: 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. TLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Regalado O
Course Number: 9540 Time: 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. ThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Regalado OAbove section 9540 is a hybrid class, with the first session held on campus and the second held online (instructor will provide a Zoom link). This class uses World music with Rhythmic Movement to enhance joint health, flexibility, and greater overall conditioning.
HEALTH E46, T’ai Chi I: Principles and Practices
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: 9594 Time: 9 to 10:15 a.m. MFLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Akers P AFor beginner and intermediate level students. We will study sections 1 and 2 of the 108-movement Yang style.
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: 9595 Time: 1 to 2:15 p.m. MFLocation: EC 1227 304Instructor: Akers P ANot appropriate for beginners.
Course Number: 9611 Time: 12 to 1:15 p.m. WFLocation: VA PKInstructor: Nardini A SAbove section 9611 meets at Virginia Avenue Park, 2200 Virginia Ave. Intermediate/Advanced. This class is not appropriate for beginners. Students must have already learned the entire Yang Style Slow Set, 108 moves. If you do not know the whole Slow Set, please consider taking a Beginner Class first.
HEALTH E48, Stress Reduction through Yoga for Older Adults
This course teaches older adults Yoga techniques that can be used to maintain or increase their respiratory capacity, physical strength, balance, and flexibility. Older adults will relax their bodies and minds through the practice of Yoga and meditation.
Course Number: 9609 Time: 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. FLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Roseman TStudents of all levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. Classes are structured and sequenced to suit who is in the room and what is available in your body.
Course Number: 9610 Time: 8 to 9:50 a.m. SLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Roseman TStudents of all levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. Classes are structured and sequenced to suit who is in the room and what is available in your body.
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 or 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: 9600 Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cass KChair-based Yoga, with options for standing. No mat required. Learn Yoga and Ayurveda wellness practices.
HEALTH E59, Yoga I: Principles and Practices
This course is intended for beginning level 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: 9598 Time: 9 to 10:50 a.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cooper M
Course Number: 9608 Time: 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. MWLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Roseman TStudents of all levels are welcome and encouraged to attend. Classes are structured and sequenced to suit who is in the room and what is available in your body.
HEALTH E60, Yoga II: Intermediate/Advanced
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: 9596 Time: 2 to 3:50 p.m. TThLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Dee D
Course Number: 9597 Time: 10 to 11:50 a.m. TThLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Cooper M
Course Number: 9599 Time: 8:30 to 10:20 a.m. WFLocation: ONLINEInstructor: Dee DPlease bring your own Yoga mat.
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: 9548 Time: 12:45 to 2 p.m. TThLocation: POOLInstructor: Cass KAbove section 9548 meets at Santa Monica Swim Center, 2225 16th St. This class focuses on Aqua Yoga techniques and offers gentle water-based adaptations to classic Yoga practices.
Course Number: 9549 Time: 2 to 3:15 p.m. TThLocation: POOLInstructor: Cass KAbove section 9549 meets at Santa Monica Swim Center, 2225 16th St. This class focuses on Aqua Yoga techniques and offers gentle water-based adaptations to classic Yoga practices.
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: 9550 Time: 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. MWLocation: EC 1227 308Instructor: Huner K A
Course Number: 9551 Time: 12 to 1:15 p.m. TThLocation: MALBU 103Instructor: Muftuoglu GAbove section 9551 meets at the Malibu Campus, 23555 Civic Center Way, Malibu.