Fitness, Health & Wellness

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Taiji Qigong Shibashi for Body, Breath and Mind Connection II

with Carlos Collado

Mar

Next session: March 24th to July 7th, 2026

$150 More Info

This 15 week is designed to be easy and safe to learn. Taiji Qigong Shibashi is an effective exercise blending the gentle and fluid art of Taiji with the strength of Qigong producing potent health benefits. The wavelike, fluid motions of the form stimulate the flow of qi and blood throughout the entire body. Because of its many health benefits and its efficiency it is a part of the curriculum in most Chinese Medicine Universities throughout China. In this course we will explore how anatomical alignment facilitates deeper breathing and a meditative mindset. Practicing Shibashi will balance your Qi, improving your wellbeing and the quality of your life. Prerequisite: Taiji Qigong Shibashi for Body, Breath and Mind Connection I or previous experience with other Shibashi series. *No Class: 4/21.

How To Start Your Own Herb Garden

with Katie Munn

Mar

Next session: March 12th, 2026

$35 More Info

Have you ever wanted to start your own herb garden but don’t know where to start? This class will go over the basics of growing annual and perennial herbs, how to start seeds, harvest and dry your herbs. We will cover the basic medicinal properties of the herbs so you can choose which ones you want to add to your garden. To top it off we will even start a few seeds in class to grow seedlings to add to your garden! *A $5 Material fee is payable to the instructor on the night of class.

Herbs for Mental Health

with Katie Munn

Apr

Next session: April 30th, 2026

$35 More Info

This class will look at mental health symptoms through the lens of the nervous system. We will discuss herbs and lifestyle recommendations to address common imbalances within the body such as anxiety and stress. We as well as look at our mental health from an energetic constitutional level and how to create balance through nutrition, herbs and daily practices.

Masterclass: The Art & Science of Healing from Within

with Jacey Goddard

Mar

Next session: March 23rd to August 28th, 2026

$397 More Info

Connect to what's within to make all of the work you've done really work: Calm Your Nervous System, Breath Fully and Easily, Access Inner Wisdom, Rewire Trauma, Activate Profound Healing, Deepen Your Relationship with Spirit. *This class runs for 5 months and is ongoing, online, and self-paced. Students can start as soon as they register. Includes twice monthly online group sessions with Dr. Goddard.

Your Health Is In Your Hands

with Margit Ahlin

May

Next session: May 6th to 20th, 2026

$75 More Info

Self-Help with the Ancient Healing Art of Jin Shin. Achieve physical, mental, and spiritual harmony and healing through the application of hands as 'jumper cables' to gently balance the flow of life energy in the body. This course will teach you the physio-philosophy of the Art of Jin Shin, along with simple and highly effective, hands-on self-help techniques that promote optimal health and well-being, facilitating your own profound healing capacity through this ancient healing art. Margit Ahlin is a certified Art of Jin Shin practitioner, having studied with top instructors throughout the country since 2001. She is a member of the Jin Shin Guild and practices out of her home studio in Boothbay Harbor. www.jinshinmidcoast.com

Living In A Body

with Jacey Goddard

Mar

Next session: March 23rd to August 28th, 2026

$47 More Info

Learn to use your Mind-Body connection to: Stop Overthinking, Rewire Stress and Anxiety, Calm Your Nervous System, Concentrate Better, Meditate Easily, Sleep Well, Feel Like Yourself Again. *This class runs for 30 days and is ongoing, online, and self-paced. Students can start as soon as they register. Includes twice monthly online group sessions with Dr. Goddard.