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Upcoming
New Year’s Retreat – Tibetan Lakshey Zangpo Rinpoche retreat to cultivate peace in the world as well as peace in our lives. Participants will practice to eliminate all obstacles and to increase positive activities. Held Friday, 6 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon, and Sunday, 1:30-4 p.m., at 218 W. 16th Ave. Cost is $15 per day or $45 for the weekend suggested donation. Space is limited; preregistration is encouraged. Call (509) 534-4288 or e-mail newyearsretreat2011@gmail.com to register and for more information.
Zumba Fitness – Designed for all ages and shapes, class features interval training where fast and slow rhythms are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat and calories. Cost is $29. Held Mondays in January, 4:30-5:30 p.m. or 5:45-6:45 p.m., at Audubon Park Masonic Lodge, 2821 Northwest Blvd. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.
Tai Chi Classes - Tai Chi Basic: Held Mondays, Jan. 3-March 21 (no class Jan. 17 or Feb. 21), 10:30-11:30 a.m., and Tuesdays, Jan. 4-March 22 (no class Jan. 17 or Feb. 21), 6-7 p.m., at CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. Tai Chi Intermediate Sun Style: Held Mondays, Jan. 3-March 21 (no class Jan. 17 or Feb. 21), 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at CenterPlace. Tai Chi Intermediate Yang Style: Held Mondays, Jan. 3-March 21 (no class Jan. 17 or Feb. 21), 12:30-1:30 p.m., at CenterPlace. Tai Chi Sun Style Short Form Basic: Held Tuesdays, Jan. 4-March 22, 10-11 a.m., at Rockwood at Hawthorne, 101 E. Hawthorne Road. Cost for each session of classes is $75. Call (509) 468-0587 or (509) 979-4128 or e-mail taichihelp@salescreators.com for more information and to register.
Pilates Yoga Blend – Class helps improve your strength, flexibility and grace through music, focused breathing and synchronized movements. Held Tuesdays, Jan. 4-Feb. 15, 5:45-6:45 p.m. at Audubon Park Masonic Lodge, 2821 Northwest Blvd. Cost is $27. Call (509) 625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org to register and for more information.
Flu Vaccines at Spokane Regional Health District – Clinic appointments for adults and children 6 months and older are available by calling (509) 324-1600. The clinic is located at 1101 W. College Ave. Call (509) 324-1643 or visit www.srhd.org for more information.
Spokane Area Weight Loss Challenge – 12-week nonprofit course offers tips on nutrition and exercise along with the flair of competition. Cost is $40 for the 12-week program. Classes are held at Southside Community Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. Next session of classes begins Jan. 5. Preregistration is encouraged. Call (509) 315-1677 to register and for more information.
Zumba Fitness – Class combines international rhythms with aerobic moves to provide a great workout. Sessions are held either Wednesdays, Jan. 5-Feb. 16, 5 p.m., with Kathy Armstrong, or Thursdays, Jan. 6-Feb. 17, 5:45 p.m., with Sandy Weiss-Plass. Cost is $28 for either seven-week session. Drop-in rate is $5 per class. Held at East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone St. Call (509) 625-6693 or visit www.ecccspokane.org to register and for more information.
Meditations for Heart and Mind: Deepening Presence – Learn the ancient practices of mindfulness, loving-kindness, forgiveness and compassion to calm the mind and open the heart. Each evening includes guided 30-minute meditation, dharma talk and time for discussion. Held Wednesdays, Jan. 5, 12 and 26, 6-7:30 p.m., at St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Suggested donation is $10-$12 per class. Call (509) 928-3863 to register and for more information.
Stretch and Flex Classes – Four-week session combines body conditioning, strength, light cardio, Pilates, yoga, and basic stretching. Focuses on body awareness, flexibility, range of motion, core strength, balance and stability while improving overall muscle tone. All ages and levels are welcome. Held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Jan. 10-Feb. 4, 9-10 a.m. at Millwood Community Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road. Cost is $35 for entire session. Drop-ins are welcome for $5. Call (509) 924-2350 or e-mail sandy@weissolutions.com for more information and to register.