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Find ways to de-stress, build strength and resiliency with Blue Heron Wellness. We offer Yoga, mas- sage, organic skincare, acupuncture, meditation and more all in one loca- tion. ~ Nutritional Services! Call to schedule a Nutrition consult. ~ Online Movement for everyone: classes, Claudia offers sliding scale ‘Focus Sessions’ for students who wish to go beyond doing poses and learn to apply the fundamental prac- tices of meditation, pranayama, Yoga Claudia’s public group classes, specialty classes and trainings have inspired hundreds to pursue yoga as a life practice. All of Claudia’s classes are now live-stream via ZOOM and Facebook Live. For an updated sched- ule of her classes, please visit her website: www.alignwithgrace.com. In addition to her live stream “Be still as a mountain. Move like a great river.” Tai Chi is a series of 37 gentle, flowing movements that has been practical as a health exercise since ancient times. Based on natural laws, it teaches relaxation, erases tension, and boosts energy. Performed in a calm peaceful manner, it works for all, regardless of age. Michael Ward teaches the Yang Style short form as taught by re- nowned master of the art, Professor Cheng Man-ch’ing. Mr. Ward is a se- nior student of Robert Smith, the first Western student of Professor Cheng. Michael Ward was given permission to teach Tai Chi by Robert Smith. Beginner through Advanced/Cor- rections classes are offered Wednesday evening in Silver Spring at Crossings, a Center for the Healing Traditions; An ancient Chinese exercise for health and relaxation, T’ai Chi is a series of quiet, slow movements, which cultivate the spirit and nurture the body. Glen Echo T’ai Chi offers instruction in the Yang Style Short Form as developed by Cheng Man- Ch’ing. Instructors Len and Ellen Kennedy have between them over 60 years experience in T’ai Chi and have been teaching at Glen Echo Park for 30 years. They both have studied with and received permission to teach T’ai Chi from Robert Smith, Professor Cheng’s first Western student. Additionally, they have studied with Benjamin Lo, Professor Cheng’s senior student, and currently with Lenzie Williams, senior student of Mr. Lo.
Chair Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga Basics class and New Early Morning Yoga, and more! See our Zoom schedule at blueheronwellness.com. ~ Open For Massage & Waxing! Enjoy the benefits of Yoga and more in a welcoming, easily accessible facility on Columbia Pike/Colesville Road, about 1.5 miles north of the Nidra and yogic lifestyle changes to live from their optimum blueprint for health and wellness on all levels. Claudia Neuman, MSW, ERYT-500, YACEP, was born in Los Angeles and began her formal yoga trainings in 1984 at Yoga Works in Santa Monica, CA. She is currently the one of the directors of the Yoga Teacher Training program at Blue Heron Wellness. This comprehensive program satis- fies the Yoga Alliance 200 Yoga Teach- er Training requirements but also goes beyond the ordinary curriculum to and Sunday at the City Dance Center in the Music Center at Strathmore in North Bethesda. For more informa- tion on these, private, or workplace classes, please call 301-525-8266 . All Wednesday and Sunday Classes are Now Online Only! Email: info@cloudhandstaichi.net www.CloudHandsTaiChi.net What students say about online classes: If you’re unsure about learning Tai Chi via Zoom, give it a try! I have taken Tai Chi classes from Michael Ward both in-per- son (before COVID-19) and via Zoom, so I can offer a comparison. Although the in- person classes are terrific, the Zoom classes are also outstanding, and easy to follow. Michael is an excellent teacher. He clearly explains, demonstrates and repeats all of the movements (as well as the principles of Tai Chi), and thoroughly answers every- Spring 2021 Classes at Glen Echo Park follow Montgomery County pan- demic guidelines for health and safety of exercise classes. Continuing Beginners Online, Sun- days, April 11–June 20 (no class May 30), 11 a.m.–12 noon for students with some prior experience. Any student registered for the Win- ter term may attend the 11am Zoom class. Drop-ins allowed by special arrangement with instructor. Tuesday Evenings Online April 6– June 8, 7–8 p.m. Detailed instruction and refinement of the 37 posture Yang Style short form by Cheng Man- Ch’ing with two-three postures cov- ered in depth each week. Emphasis on the five principles of relax, body up- right, waist alignment, separation of
Capital Beltway, in the Burnt Mills Shopping Center (with Trader Joe’s). Blue Heron Wellness 10723B Columbia Pike Silver Spring, Maryland 20901 301-754-3730 info@blueheronwellness.com www.BlueHeronWellness.com give students a solid introduction to the historic and energetic underpin- nings of the yoga tradition. Her own certification process in Para Yoga, and her many years of study with Yogaru- pa Rod Stryker informs this training. Trainees emerge with the skills they need to structure public group classes, structure their own home practice, and respond to their lives with more compassion and insight. To learn more about Claudia, please visit: www.alignwithgrace.com. Email: alignwithgrace824@gmail.com. one’s questions before moving on to new material. He positions himself in front of the camera in a way that makes it easy for students to clearly see (and copy) what he is doing on the screen. I intend to keep tak- ing Michael’s online classes for as long as they are offered. I’ve learned a lot through these online classes, and I think anyone new to Tai Chi would benefit from them. — Maureen Michael Ward has seamlessly transi- tioned his Tai Chi instruction to online classes. His teaching style is superior. Mi- chael is friendly, patient, and his love of Tai Chi is contagious. Online Tai Chi works because he engages with his students on ev- ery detail of the movements, postures, and responds to all questions as if in-person. What I enjoy the most about learning Tai Chi online is that I get front row at every class from the comfort of home. — Victoria weight and fair lady’s wrist. This class will include warm ups, light postur- ing and standing meditation. Spring term all levels, including Beginners. Corrections Class in-person, Sun- days, April 11–June 20 (no class May 30), 9:30–10:30 a.m. When weather/ schedule permits, class to be held outdoors in Bumper Car Pavilion or indoors in the Hall of Mirrors/ Spanish Ballroom. Students must agree to comply with social distancing and other safety protocols. Class size is limited. Drop-in students are not allowed at this time. Private classes are available over Zoom on an individual basis. More information at www.glenechotaichi.com, or email to emearskenn@aol.com.
Claudia Neuman MSW, ERYT-500, YACEP
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