Health & Beauty

Spring 2008

PERSONAL IMAGE
Hairs to You!
— Sunny Weber
Discover what the best hairstyle is for you based on your bone structure, complexion, lifestyle and your position in life. Explore ways to communicate with a stylist, technical terminology, and analysis of hair types, product chemistry, chemical services and more. A free personal consultation is included. Teenage daughters may register with their mothers.
Sunny Weber has been a stylist for almost 30 years. She has traveled internationally as a speaker and chemical specialist for major hair product manufacturers. She has written a book concerned with individual bone structure analysis for hair stylists.

• WLNS 1028S01 — Thu, 7-9 p.m., Apr 24 (1 session)
  ACC North Bldg 1090 — $39, $5 material fee to instructor

WEIGHT TRAINING
Weight Training for Women 40+
— Theresa Dwyre Young
Designed to help you feel comfortable in any weight room in any gym, discover the basics of weight lifting including how good form can protect against injury and maximize results. Discuss anatomy to help develop your own full-body workout to meet your goals. Each week, work on a different segment of the body. Practice exercise for that area and get a good workout each session. Write a complete workout design for your needs. Receive a 16 visit punch card to the Fitness Center!

• WLNS 1036S01 — Wed, 5-7 p.m., 4 wks, Apr 9 – Apr 30
  ACC Fitness Center — $89

BODY SCULPTING AND SHAPING
Stretch & Strengthen
— State of the Arts Studio for Dance and the Performing Arts Staff
Build long lean muscles while you improve your flexibility! Using proven methods from Dance, Yoga and Pilates, increase your core strength while developing a lean, muscular dancer’s physique. Use Isometric and Isotonic exercises to provide a personalized level of non-impact exercise. Increase your range of motion and flexibility in a safe and ergonomic fashion. Take a class once a week or, for a more intensive curriculum, double up and take two classes a week. A co-ed class .
* No class May 24 and 26.

• WLNS 1026S01 — Mon 6:30-7:30 p.m., 8 wks, Apr 7 – June 2*
• WLNS 1026S02 — Sat, 10-11 a.m., 8 wks, Apr 12 – June 13*
  State of the Arts Studio — $110
  Dance and the Performing Arts
  3265 S. Wadsworth Blvd. Unit H, Bldg. #2 Lakewood, 80227
  on Wadsworth just north of Hampden, Hwy. 285

DIETS
Sick of the Yo Yo? How to Keep the Pounds Off for Good
— Priscilla Friedlander
Which diets have you tried? Atkins? The Zone? South Beach? Low Fat, Low Carb? Learn to keep the weight off for good by following a low glycemic index lifestyle. Learn how to read labels, discuss recipes, taste samples of food and explore meal preparation while enjoying food which will have a permanent result in weight loss.
Priscilla Friedlander is an Aerobics and Fitness Association of American Certified Fitness Coach.

• WLNS 1058S01 — Tue, 7-8:30 p.m., 4 wks, Apr 8 – Apr 29
  ACC Main Bldg 4020 — $59, $15 material fee

BODY CARE
Natural Skin Care & Profoundly Healing Moisturizer
— Christina Blume
Discover healthy skin care including cleansing grains, facial steams and cleansers, masques that remove all debris from pores, toners and astringents, acne & blemish treatments and 2 moisturizers: one for daily use that contains far more nutrients and anti-oxidants for your skin than anything available commercially and one which is profoundly healing for damaged skin, premature aging, and especially soothing to skin subjected to radiation. Explore how to make lip balms and under eye nutrient oil. Do a 2 month experiment for yourself to see the difference in fine lines and wrinkles! *Take home an extensive handout, a month’s supply of moisturizer, facial steam herbs, and a tube of lip balm. After using the moisturizer from class you and your skin will never again be satisfied with anything less.

• WLNS 1006S01 — Sat, 9:30-11:30 a.m., May 10 (1 session)
  ACC TBA — $29, $30 material fee to instructor *

Easy Cold Process Soap Making
— Christina Blume
Discover how easy it is to make cold process soap in your kitchen! Homemade soap contains moisturizing glycerin, free of the harsh preservatives and other chemicals found in commercial soaps that can be so drying and irritating to skin. Warning: soap making is addictive, but you’ll never lack for a birthday, hostess, or shower gift for families and friends. Take home 2 large bars of soap, 2 ounces essential oil for your first batch of soap and a notebook with instructions, recipes and sources for all materials needed. Bring protective eye goggles, a bath size towel and rubber gloves to class.

• WLNS 1009W01 — Sat, 9:30-11:30 a.m., March 15 (1 session)
  ACC Art/Design Ctr 203 — $29, $25 material fee to instructor
• WLNS 1009S01 — Sat, 9:30-11:30 a.m., May 17 (1 session)
  ACC Art/Design Ctr 209 — $29, $25 material fee to instructor

Herbal First Aid Kits for Home and Hiking
— Christina Blume
Learn to make herbal first aid kits to treat minor emergencies. These kits can be used at home or to carry along on biking, hiking and camping trips. Be prepared to care for bumps, bruises, burns, stop bleeding, shock etc. You can make your kit as basic and small or comprehensive or as large as you wish. Many of the remedies can be made from the herbs growing in your gardens! Make kits to give as gifts to family and friends. Take home an extensive handout and a bottle of herbal bactine, an eyewash packet and wound salve.

• WLNS 1016S01 — Wed. 6-8 p.m., May 21 (1 session)
  ACC North Bldg 1060 — $29, $20 material fee to instructor

Making and Using Flower Essences
— Christina Blume
Flower essences are a form of vibrational healing similar to homeopathy and acupuncture. Essences are incredibly simple to make and wondrously effective for emotional, psychological, behavioral problems or traits such as procrastination, hyperactivity, jealousy, fear, lack of focused creativity, depression etc. They are practical and effective for pets and children for treating separation anxiety, jealousy, fear. There are no contraindications for flower essences, they can be used with any other form of treatment. Take home an extensive handout and an all purpose Trauma Remedy and the very popular Fear Remedy.

• WLNS 1041S01 — Wed, 6-8 p.m., June 4 (1 session)
  ACC North Bldg 1060 — $29, $25 material fee to instructor

Weight No More
— Suzanne Simpson
Many of us long to have an owner’s manual of how to take care of our bodies. Unfortunately weight loss is not an exact science; however there are some foundational principles that aid our ability to maintain healthy, trim bodies. Discover a “no diet” approach in addressing the physical and emotional aspects of healthy weight management. Discover how to nutritionally support cellular health along with changing the way you behave; think about food, weight loss and ultimately, yourself.
Suzanne B. Simpson is a Licensed Counselor, Certified Nutritionist, and Wellness Coach who has developed a mind/body approach for helping many overcome their limiting belief patterns around weight loss and healthy lifestyles. She is a Senior Associate trained in the “Learn Dr. Phil” approach to weight loss.

• WLNS 1062S01 — $59/ individual
• WLNS 1062S99 — $79/ couple
  Tue, 6:30-8 p.m., 4 weeks, Apr 8 – Apr 29
  ACC Main Bldg 4740 — $3 material fee to instructor

TAI CHI
Beginning Tai Chi Standard Yang Style 24 Form
— Holly Yang
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art and a form of moving meditation, discipline, defense and exercise. It has martial and health aspects and it is practiced by millions in China and throughout the world. The main focus is to promote good health. Daily Tai Chi practice relieves stress and tension, increases energy and tranquility, regulates the body’s internal systems, and improves balance, flexibility, strength, and physical-mental harmony and well being. Learn the Tai Chi stances, movements and forms in sequence with clear, step-by-step instruction. Basic meditation and Qi Gong exercise included. You must be physically able to move. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. This is an on-going class. You will not learn all 24 forms in one class term. For those with physical limitations, this class may not be appropriate.
Holly Yang has been teaching Tai Chi for over 20 years and was the 1st place winner for Yang Style Tai Chi 108 Form in Shanghai, China.

• WLNS 1013S01 — Wed, 7-9 p.m., 10 wks, Apr 9 – June 11
  ACC Fitness Center — $189, $25 video tape and manual fee to instructor

TAEKWON-DO
TaeKwon-Do for All Levels
— Douglas Arnold
TaeKwon-Do is a modern Korean martial art designed for all skill and experience levels. The class combines mental, philosophical, self-motivational, and aerobic training of unarmed combat for self-defense as well as health. Learn and practice the skilled application of bare hand and kicking techniques as well as blocks and dodges for the rapid destruction of a moving opponent or opponents. Take this class with your child ages 8 and above.
Douglas Arnold, VI Degree Black Belt. Doug started TaeKwon-Do at the University of Colorado in 1980 and has competed in over half of the states in this country. He represented the U.S.A. in 4 world championships. Additionally, he earned 1 bronze and 2 silver medals in power breaking, 1 gold in sparring, along with being the men’s team captain. He has trained under General Choi, the Grandmaster, founder, and inventor of TaeKwon-Do. Mr. Arnold has been teaching for 27 years and has produced many Black Belts throughout the United States.

• WLNS 1065S01 — Tue/Thu, 7-8:30 p.m., 10 wks, Apr 8 – June 12
  ACC Fitness Center — $119

FITBALL
Fun with Your Fitball: .How to Really Make the Ball Work for You
— Priscilla Friedlander
Get that ball out of the closet or from under the table! Each week, practice different techniques with your fitball including cardio, stretching, abs and strengthening exercises. Fitballs are provided.

• WLNS 1059S01 — Tue, 7-8 p.m., 4 wks, May 6 – May 27
  ACC TBA — $59

YOGA
Hatha Yoga
— Lea-Ann Born McMillan
Feeling a bit stiff and out of sorts? Having trouble touching your toes? Discover postures to improve flexibility and strength for an overall balanced body. The program can help with stress management as well as increase endurance and concentration. Each class includes breath work, warm-ups, yoga postures, and time for relaxation.

• WLNS 1020S01 — Thu, 7:30-8:30 p.m., 8 wks, Apr 10-May 29
  Motion on Mainstreet
  2329 West Main St., Ste 107, Littleton — $120

PILATES
Introduction to Pilates
— Motion on Main Street Staff
Participate in mat and ball exercise based on Joseph H. Pilates’ 34 mat exercises. This class emphasizes postural control, correct use of the abdominals, stretching, breathing and core strengthening. Your instructors have been practicing for years and are among the elite of postural restoration, flexibility and fitness teachers. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Some equipment will be available for purchase. *No class May 26 Memorial Day.

• WLNS 1030S01 — Mon, 5-6 p.m., 8 wks, Apr 7 – June 2*
  Motion on Mainstreet — $120
  2329 West Main St., Ste 107, Littleton

HEALING TOUCH
Reiki: The Healing Touch
— Sandra Gourd
Learn the ancient form of healing which is a natural and simple healing method that balances the energies in your body. It allows you to absorb more of the universal life force energy that is all around us. Reiki works on all levels: the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. It brings the body and mind into balance, encourages self-healing, and never causes harm. Class includes the Reiki I attunement with complete instruction on how to use Reiki to heal yourself and others.
Sandra Gourd is an NGH Certified Hypnotherapist focusing on self-improvement including HypnoBirthing, smoking cessation, weight loss, stress and pain management. She is a Karuna/Reiki Master/Teacher.

• WLNS 1047S01 — Tue, 6-9 p.m., 2 wks, Apr 8 – Apr 15
  ACC Church Ave Bldg 3080 — $59, $20 book fee to instructor

HYPNOSIS
Stop Smoking with Hypnosis
— Sandra Gourd
Now is the time to stop smoking! By using safe and proven techniques of hypnosis, you can become a non-smoker for the rest of your life. Erase the desire for tobacco completely from your mind. Feel better, breathe better and save financially. The first class prepares you for the hypnosis sessions to take place in the second class. Discover the tools you need to alleviate your emotional and physical cravings for tobacco and more, without gaining weight! Bring a pillow and blanket.

• WLNS 1017S01 — Tue, 6-8:30 p.m., 2 wks, May 6 – May 13
  ACC North Bldg 1080 — $69

Hypnosis for Your Health
— Karen Fox
Discover ways of using your mind to support your health. Hypnosis is not a side show but has been well researched by the medical community. Hypnosis has many health benefits including: pain management; faster recovery from surgery; improved skin conditions; improved sleep; and support for weight loss, to name a few. During hypnosis, your conscious mind is relaxed so your subconscious is alert and receptive to suggestions for improving your health. Discuss what research says about hypnosis and experience its benefits for your health.
Karen Fox, Ph.D, CCHT, is a Counseling Clinical Hypnotherapist with a focus on medical hypnotherapy.

• WLNS 1018W01 — Tue, 6-8 p.m., March 18 (1 session)
  ACC Art/Design Ctr 210 — $44
• WLNS 1018S01 — Sat, 9-11 a.m., Apr 12 (1 session)
  North Bldg 1060 — $44

MASSAGE
Massage on the Go!
— Karen Fox
Learn to develop the natural massage skills you were born with. Come experience a fun and relaxing class where you learn to give a massage without using a table. This massage is portable! It goes where you go. Learn to practice techniques while sitting in a chair, fully clothed. Learn to give yourself a massage. Bring a bed pillow and a towel. Must be at least 18 years of age to enroll.

• WLNS 1037W01 — Sat, 9-noon, March 22 (1 session)
  ACC Art/Design Ctr 205 — $44
• WLNS 1037S01 — Sat, 9-noon, Apr 19 (1 session)
  ACC North Bldg 1080 — $44

How to Give a Full Body Massage
— Karen Fox
Learn the mechanics of a therapeutic massage, covering Swedish and deep muscle tissue techniques and how to take care of your body while giving a massage. Put it all together and perform a whole body massage with attention to neck, shoulders, and back. Wear loose clothing with short sleeves (swim suits and trunks worn while receiving massages). Bring two twin sheets. Advice on oil will be given at the first class. Must be at least 18 years of age to enroll.
Karen Fox, Ph.D., is a Certified Massage Therapist. She teaches massage to the general public and continuing education for healthcare professionals.

• WLNS 1014S01 — Wed, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 4 wks, Apr 9 – Apr 30
  ACC Annex Bldg 2130 — $74, $5 material fee to instructor

SAFETY ISSUES
Realistic Safety Strategies for Women
— Nicole Sundine
Discover simple safety tips that don’t take years mastering. This unique combination of highly effective psychological, verbal and physical concepts is easy to learn in a short time. These strategies are “realistic” because they are based on true life scenarios that depict the real risks and dangers women are most likely to face.

Empower yourself and learn to:

1. Project pure confidence
2. Discover the pyramid of defense
3. Avoid the 10 biggest safety mistakes
4. Engage psychological power principle
5. Explore 6 dynamic self-defense techniques
6. Investigate modern defensive devices

Nicole Sundine is a dynamic speaker and trainer in the field of personal safety, violence prevention and criminal victimization with an academic background in behavioral psychology. During her career in law enforcement and victim assistance, she investigated thousands of incidents of harassment, abuse and violence and interacted with the victims and perpetrators involved. This real life experience gives her unique insight into the true dangers people face and the type of education and training they need to effectively protect themselves. She began a proactive company that focuses on promoting personal safety and preventing future victimization.

• WLNS 1070S01 — Tue, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2 wks, May 6 and 13
  ACC Main Bldg 3020 — $59, $3 material fee to instructor

Realistic Safety Strategies for Kids– A Seminar for Parents
— Nicole Sundine
As a parent, one of your greatest fears is the safety of your children. Take a proactive step toward easing your fears by learning to teach your kids a series of basic safety strategies taught by a safety expert.

1. Discover why teaching the “stranger danger” concept is detrimental to your child’s safety
2. Instill the pure confidence and strong voice needed to be assertive
3. Discuss the safety rules kids need to follow without exception
4. Explore the pyramid of safety to make smart decisions in situations where seconds count
5. Learn about hidden dangers in everyday activities that parents believe are safe
6. Know how perpetrators choose, lure and trick children by taking a voyage inside the criminal mind
7. Discover 6 powerful techniques kids can use to escape or defend themselves from all types of dangers
8. Learn to utilize the rapid locate ID system to give police the vital information they need

• WLNS 1071S01 — $49/single, $3 material fee to instructor
• WLNS 1071S99 — $79/couple, $3 material fee to instructor
  Tue, 6:30-8:30 p.m., 2 wks, Apr 8 and 15
  ACC Art/Design Ctr 203

CPR - SAVE A LIFE!
Infant, Child, and Adult CPR
This is a non health-care provider class. Learn how to save a life in an emergency cardiac problem or choking situation. Course costs include a manual and certification upon successful completion. Suitable for anyone 11 years old and older. Instructors are working firefighters/paramedics.

• WLNS 1053S01 — Sat, 8:30-12:30 p.m., Apr 12 (1 session)
  ACC North Bldg 1080 — $59

Infant, Child, And Adult CPR for Health Care Providers
This meets the criteria for health-care provider certification upon successful completion of class and a written exam. Learn how to save a life in an emergency cardiac problem or choking situation. Course costs include a manual and certification upon successful completion. Teaches 1 and 2 person CPR. Instructors are working firefighters/paramedics.

• WLNS 1054S01 — Sat, 8:30-12:30 p.m., May 3 (1 session)
  ACC North Bldg 1080 — $59

CPR and First Aid
This combination CPR and First Aid course combines Community CPR, rescue breathing and choking with Basic First Aid. The Basic First Aid course teaches the student how to handle bleeding, falls, fractures, dislocations, shock, seizures, and environmental injuries. Upon completion of this 5 1/2 hour course, you will receive two completion cards valid for two years.

• WLNS 1055S01 — Sat, 8:30-2:30 p.m., May 17 (1 session)
  ACC North Bldg 1060 — $69