Pilates

PILATES improves core strength and balances the muscles around the joints, improving the way your body functions, looks and feels. Join up for our offering of a contemporary, anatomically-based approach to Joseph Pilates' original exercise method. This method takes the best of Pilates exercises and safely delivers it for a strength, endurance and flexibility program that works for everyone. This stress relieving method are designed to restore the natural curves of the spine and rebalance the muscles around the joints. We will place more emphasis on preparatory exercises and modifications to make the method safer and more effective. You can expect an increase in flexibility, mobility, balance, and body awareness, as well as a decrease in back pain/other general pains.

Instructor: Jeanette Palmer, thirty years teaching experience in the field of movement, dance and fitness; studied IM=X Pilates first hand from the creator of the method.

7590 - 6 Tuesdays, October 28 - December 9 4-5:15pm $90, $50 GC students; $15 per class (no class 11/11)

7592 - 6 Thursdays, November 6 - December 18 4-5:15pm $90, $50 GC students; $15 per class (no class 11/27)

7615 - 6 Tuesdays, December 16 - January 20 4-5:15pm $90, $50 GC students, $15 per class

7616 - 5 Thursdays, January 8 - February 5 4-5:15pm $75, $40 GC students, $15 per class

7681 - 6 Tuesdays, January 27 - March 3 4-5:15pm $90, $50 GC students, $15 per class

7685 - 6 Thursdays, February 19 - March 26 4-5:15pm $90, $50 GC students, $15 per class

7682 - 6 Tuesdays, March 10 - April 14 4-5:15pm, $90, $50 GC students, $15 per class

7686 - 6 Thursdays, April 2 - May 21 4-5:15pm, $90, $50 GC students, $15 per class

7683 - 6 Tuesdays, April 21 - May 26 4-5:15pm, $90, $50 GC students, $15 per class

7687 - 6 Thursdays, May 28 - July 9 4-5:15pm, $90, $50 GC students, $15 per class

7684 - 6 Tuesdays, June 2 - July 7 4-5:15pm, $90, $50 GC students, $15 per class

To register, call (212) 817-8215 or email continuinged@gc.cuny.edu with the information listed on this form. Or click for all of our registration options.

Tai Chi & Chi Kung

Tai Chi ("The Supreme Ultimate") and Chi Kung (breath control) are two of ancient China's most respected systems of of exercise and healing. For 3,000 years, the Chinese have utilized these systems to improve health and strengthen the body. Tai Chi consists of slow, relaxed movements for physical, mental and spiritual self-development. Chi Kung is a system of relaxed breathing exercises that promotes health, balance and coordination. Chi Kung is now widely practiced in the hospitals and clinics of China, and thousands of healthy people practice it daily to maintain their good health. These exercises are suitable for people of all ages, at all levels of health.

Instructor: Lawrence Galante, PhD, Master of Tai Chi and Chi Kung; author, Tai Chi--The Supreme Ultimate; student of Master Cheng Man-ch'ing, Master Kuo Lien Ying and Master T.T. Liang.

7578 - 6 Tuesdays, October 28-December 9 12:00-1:00pm, $125; $60 GC students, $17 per class (no class 11/11)

7666 - 8 Tuesdays, January 6 - February 24 12:00-12:45pm, $125; $60 GC students, $17 per class

7667 - 8 Tuesdays, March 3 - April 21 12:00-12:45pm, $125; $60 GC students, $17 per class

7668 - 8 Tuesdays, April 28 - June 16 12:00-12:45pm, $125; $60 GC students, $17 per class

To register, call (212) 817-8215 or email continuinged@gc.cuny.edu with the information listed on this form. Or click for all of our registration options.

Hatha Yoga

Bodily Postures (asanas), deep relaxation, breath control (pranayama), and mental concentration create a supple and relaxed body, increased vitality, and radiant health. All of those practices will be incorporated into these yoga classes. You will learn new poses each week and review poses previously taught. By the end of the six weeks, you will have an in-depth knowledge of the basics of Hatha Yoga. Yoga mats and blankets are provided. Please bring your own towel.

Instructor: Candace Holdorf, certified yoga instructor and private trainer

7613 - 6 Mondays, October 27 - December 1 12:30pm-1:30pm $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

7656 - 6 Wednesdays, November 5- December 17 12:30pm-1:30pm $75, $45 GC students, $15 per class

7614 - 6 Mondays, December 8 -January 12 12:30pm-1:30pm $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

7660 - 6 Wednesdays, January 7 - Febraury 11 12:30pm-1:30pm $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

7657 - 6 Mondays, January 26 - March 9 12:30pm-1:30pm  $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

7661 - 6 Wednesdays, February 18 - March 25 12:30pm-1:30pm $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

7658 - 6 Mondays, March 16 - April 20 12:30pm-1:30pm $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

7662 - 6 Wednesdays, April 1 - May 6 12:30pm-1:30pm $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

7659 - 6 Mondays, April 27 - June 15 12:30pm-1:30pm $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

7663 -  6 Wednesdays, May 13 - June 17 12:30pm-1:30pm $75; $45 GC students, $15 per class

To register, call (212) 817-8215 or email continuinged@gc.cuny.edu with the information listed on this form. Or click for all of our registration options.

Gentle Yoga

Relax and renew the body, mind, and spirit through gentle yoga. Yoga is a time-tested system for enhancing the health of the body and clarity of the mind through stretching and breath awareness. This class is especially beneficial for newcomers to yoga. It is suitable for people of all ages, including those who are recovering from illness and those who want to get in touch with their bodies. Excellent preparation for Hatha Yoga class.

Instructor: Michelle Morrison, certified yoga instructor and studio owner.

7610 - 6  Thursdays, November 6 - December 18, 5:30-6:30pm, $75, $45 GC students, $15 per class (no class 11/27)

7693 - 6 Thursdays, January 8 - Febrauary 19, 5:30-6:30pm, $75, $45 GC students, $15 per class (no class 2/12)

7694 - 6 Thursdays, February 26 - April 2, 5:30-6:30pm, $75, $45 GC students, $15 per class

7695 - 6 Tuesdays, April 16 - May 28, 5:30-6:30pm, $75, $45 GC students, $15 per class (no class 4/30)

To register, call (212) 817-8215 or email continuinged@gc.cuny.edu with the information listed on this form. Or click for all of our registration options.

Belly Dance for Body and Spirit-Level 1: Belly Dance Essentials with Thalia

Belly dance is a sensual, powerful art form which has positive effects on the mind and body. Explore the fluid movements of this ancient dance in a supportive, upbeat environment.
Level 1 introduces healthy dance posture, hip articulation, vibrations, veil technique, belly vocabulary, elegant traveling steps, and dance combinations.

Expand your flowing feminine spirit through classic veil manipulations, dramatic turns, and traveling steps in addition to sculptural techniques that frame isolations and poses, adding an inward intention to your dance. Veil work develops upper body stamina, fluidity, and the full body alignment and awarenesss beneficial to all dance forms. Open level, veils provided.

Instructors: Thalia and Ranya, Founders, Holistic Belly Dance Project; trained in Egyptian and Turkish dance styles; they perform and teach internationally.

7603 - 6 Wednesdays, October 29 - December 10 6:00-7:30pm, $90, $50 GC students, $20 per class (no class 11/26)

To register, call (212) 817-8215 or email continuinged@gc.cuny.edu with the information listed on this form. Or click for all of our registration options.

Belly Dance for Body and Spirit-Level 2: Belly Dance Essentials with Ranya

Belly dance is a sensual, powerful art form which has positive effects on the mind and body, Explore the fluid movements of this ancient dance in a supportive, upbeat environment.
Level 2 is is a faster paced class, focusing on modern Egyptian technique (hip work, layered shimmies, and locks), finger cymbals and rhythms, and choreography.

Instructors: Thalia and Ranya, Founders, Holistic Belly Dance Project; trained in Egyptian and Turkish dance styles; they perform and teach internationally.

 

7604 - 6 Wednesdays, October 29 - December 10 7:30-9:00pm, $90, $50 GC students, $20 per class (no class 11/26)

To register, class (212) 817-8215 or email continuinged@gc.cuny.edu with the information listed on this form. Or click for all of our registration options.

Ballroom Dancing

This course will be an introduction to the many wonderful Ballroom Dances made popular by "Dancing With The Stars".    Basic patterns covered in these dances: Foxtrot, Waltz, Rhumba, Cha Cha, Mambo, Tango and more.  Great starter course for people that have always wanted to learn how to dance.  No partner required.

Instruction provided by the staff of Rhythm Break Productions dance studio featured on NY1.

7617 - 6 Tuesdays, October 7 - November 11 6-7pm, $75; $60 GC students; $15 per class

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Basic Hypnosis

Designed to provide both a practical and theoretical understanding of the subject, this class will teach students how to produce the hypnotic trance and how to use it skillfully, safely, and effectively for such purposes as stopping smoking, relieving fears and anxieties, and correcting bad eating habits. The course will examine the history of hypnosis, common misconceptions about it, how to properly explain hypnosis to clients, the structure of the mind and the laws that govern it, factors that influence suggestibility to hypnosis, precautions in the use of hypnosis, and the role of the hypnotist as a healer. This workshop provides 8 hours of basic training towards the National Guild of Hypnotists' certification. Intermediate classes will be offered to those who wish to pursue NGH training and certification.

Instructor: Lawrence Galante, PhD, certified instructor in hypnosis for the NGH; student of Drs. John Grinder and George Bien; certified in homeopathy, shiatsu, Reiki, and polarity therapy.

7699- Saturday, May 2 10:30am-6:00pm; $125

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Reiki Certification: Level I

Ki, or Chi, is the life force within all of us that is responsible for healing. Reiki invokes and utilizes the Great Universal Ki. Through gentle touch and intention, Reiki can balance body energy, relieve stress, accelerate healing, and promote wellness and peace of mind. In addition to covering the history of Reiki, this class will teach you how to summon the Ki for healing, how to find and identify energy blocks and problems, how to properly balance the Chakras, and how to use Reiki to heal yourself and others. Limit of 14 people per class. Please bring a blanket or beach towel to place over the hard tables.

Instructor: Lawrence Galante, PhD, certified in homeopathy, shiatsu, Reiki, and polarity therapy; internationally recognized master of Tai Chi, Chi Kung, and Reiki with over 40 years' experience teaching the healing arts; author of three books, including Energy Healing; has taught at NYU and Hofstra and currently teaches at FIT.

7696 - Saturday, March 28 10:30am-6:00pm; $130 includes materials

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Reiki Certification: Level II

In this advanced training session, students will continue their Reiki training, learning the Sacred Reiki Symbols for alleviating physical, mental and emotional stress. Distant healing as well as in-person Reiki techniques will also be covered.

Instructor: Lawrence Galante, Ph.D., certified in homeopathy, shiatsu, reiki, and polarity therapy; internationally recognized master of Tai Chi, Chi Kung, and Reiki with over 40 years' experience teaching the healing arts; author of three books, including Energy Healing; has taught at NYU and Hofstra, and currently teaches at FIT.

Spring 2009 Date to be announced

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Stop Smoking through Hypnosis

Having problems quitting smoking? If yes you will want to attend this one hour hypnosis seminar, designed to achieve results quickly. Hypnosis is a fast, safe method endorsed by the AMA as an effective therapeutic treatment.Fee includes take homeCD.

Instructor: Lawrence Galante, Ph.D., C.Ht., director, The Center for Holistic Arts; instructor, the National Guild of Hypnotists.

7697 - Saturday, April 25 11am-12pm; $40 includes CD

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Introduction to Homeopathy:
With Acute and First Aid Solutions

Homeopathy is the second largest medical system on earth. It is widely used in England, Europe, India, South America, Mexico, and Canada. This class will help you understand the basic principles of homeopathy and how safe, nontoxic, FDA-approved homeopathic remedies can dramatically help us in times of physical or mental discomfort. Learn how to treat yourself and your family for injuries to muscles, ligaments, tendons, nerves, bones, etc. Become familiar with the remedies for such common conditions as sleeplessness, shock, grief, cuts, bites, sunburn, sunstroke, frostbite, colds, flus, indigestion, hangovers, and many other acute or first aid conditions.

Instructor: Lawrence Galante, PhD, D.Hom, C.C.H., R.S.Hom.

7583 - Saturday, December 6 10:30am-6:00pm; $110

7700 - Saturday, May 9, 10:30-6:00pm, $110

To register, call (212) 817-8215 or email continuinged@gc.cuny.edu with the information listed on this form. Or click for all of our registration options.