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DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY ADVANCED: 9 a.m., second Wednesday every month. This group of dedicated digital
photographers study both picture taking techniques and processing pictures with Adobe Photo Shop or similar software.
The group occasionally takes photographic field trips. If you are interested in improving your skills, are familiar with
Adobe Photo Shop or other similar programs, please come and join them. Free, no registration.

BALLROOM DANCE CLASSES: Weekly, Thursdays, 4 to 5 p.m. Lynn Pitz, former New York Athletic Club ballroom
dance instructor, teaches classes suitable for the beginner and intermediate dancer, in a variety of Latin International and
American styles. Leather soled shoes should be worn for class. The cost of each class is $10 per person. Don’t sit on the
sidelines at the next party or event, learn to dance! For class information contact Lynn at 941-505-1506 or
ltpitz@gmail.com.

HULA and POLYNESIAN DANCE WORKOUT: Thursdays, 10 to 11 a.m. Come try it for
free. Research shows that dance has many health benefits. It helps you to: boost
memory, improve flexibility, reduce stress, diminish depression, help your heart, lose
weight, balance better, increase energy and make friends. It’s low impact and fun! If you
have a pareo, bring it along. Cost is $10. and the first class is free. Contact instructor,
Nancy Schreiber, with your questions nancysm157@gmail.com or 920-858-4030.

ESSENTRICS STRENGTHING AND TONING: Thursdays, 10 a.m. This is a full body workout that
rapidly changes the shape of your body through a dynamic combination of strengthening, stretching and
toning. The technique develops lean, strong and flexible muscles with immediate changes to your
posture. Perfect for men and women of all fitness levels, this program rebalances the body, prevents
and treats injuries and unlocks tight joints. With diverse music, this equipment-free workout leaves you
feeling energized, youthful and healthy. ESSENTRICS is the technique seen on the show “Classical
Stretch” which has been on PBS since 1999 and taught by Miranda Edmond-White, a former ballerina who has created
this unique and effective program. All you need is a mat, a hand towel for your neck and an optional strap. Cost is $10,
taught by certified ESSENTRICS Instructor, Elissa Rioux. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call Elissa at
207-967-5393 or email: elissarioux@yahoo.com.

ESSENTRICS GENTLE STRETCH: Mondays, 8:30 a.m. This slow-paced and gentle, age reversing
workout will help to release tight muscles, rebalance joints and restore the entire body. Regain your
flexibility and mobility while slowly building strength and reawakening the power of your 650 muscles.
Designed for men and women of all ages who are new to the technique, would like a relaxed pace
exercise routine, may be less mobile, have atrophy-related stiffness, frozen shoulder, chronic aches and
pains, want to work on improving posture, or haven’t exercised in a while. All you need is a mat, a hand
towel for your neck and an optional strap. Cost is $10, taught by certified ESSENTRICS Instructor, Elissa Rioux. If you
have any questions, please call 207-967-5393 or email elissarioux@gmail.com.

DAO YIN SHENG GONG: Wednesdays,10 to 11 a.m. This Stretch and Balance is the most popular and most helpful
class for recovering one’s balance. It utilizes an ancient Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) system of gentle twisting
motions, breath control, stimulation of acupressure points in the body and mental development. These fluid harmonious
movements will improve energy circulation, loosen the joints, tone up and oxygenate muscles and relax the nervous
system. Cost is $8 per lesson, registration not required, pay before class. Contact instructor Richard Curtis 407-923-9310
or www.peacerivertaichi.com.

TAI CHI/QIGONG: Fridays, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. The most basic and first ever tai chi form, "13 Postures" will continue
through early 2018. This form is the very beginning of taiji and one of the easiest to learn. Originally, the philosophy for
this class was taken from Lao Tzu's "Dao Te Ching." With a background in taiji a new person could easily catch up to the
class, therefore the class remains open. No special clothing is needed, and no prior experience is required. Each class is
$12, and students drop in, drop out as they wish. Registration not required. I hope to finish this class just prior to
International tai chi - qigong Day, the last Saturday of April. Our students will have gained sufficient knowledge or
movements that they may participate in this area event at Gilchrist Park, Punta Gorda.

Please note: BIGU (Traditional Chinese Water fasting for better health) and Guo Lin qigong targeting cancer and many
other debilitating illnesses) both remain viable as possible classes. These classes will be scheduled based upon interest
in the local community.

YOGA: Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. This class is taught by Linda Anderson, Yoga Alliance Registered Teacher. The yoga
workout is designed to accommodate a beginner as well as an intermediate student. If you have difficulty getting down
and up on the mat, the class can accommodate you while sitting in a chair. Sessions are $10, registration not required.
You will need a mat and comfortable clothes. Please do not have a heavy breakfast. For further information or if you have
questions, please call Linda Anderson 941-575-3500 or lindakayanderson@aol.com.

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