Qigong (pronounced “chee-gong”) is an “energy exercise” that connects the mind and body to promote healing. Learn to use your breath in a simple practice to help circulate your body’s energy and connect with others.  You will leave this workshop feeling both energized and relaxed! Even if you’ve come before, you’re welcome to come again. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing.

WHEN: Sunday, August 11, 2019 from 2-3pm

LOCATION:
Kent Library large meeting room
212 2nd Avenue North
Kent, WA 98032
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COST: FREE

I will be partnering with the Pacific Bonsai Museum to present a wonderful evening of Taichi and Bonsai. Upon arrival, you’ll walk a ⅓ mile wooded trail that will transport you from the everyday and deliver you to the threshold of the magical. You’ll breathe woodsy air and look up to find towering conifers all around as you stroll through the exquisite bonsai collection and prepare your mind for the taichi class. The approximately 60-minute class will cover fundamental taichi principles and basic taichi movements. Post-class, you’ll refresh yourself with tea, kombucha and water while the evening light streams through the trees around you.

This event will involve active participation so please wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Price: $20 PBM Members / $25 non-members. Please pre-register here to ensure a spot in the class.

WHEN: Thursday, July 18, 2019 from 5:30-7pm

LOCATION:
Pacific Bonsai Museum
2515 S 336th Street
Federal Way, WA 98001
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Come understand why posture is important and how it affects our daily living. We will begin with a self-assessment of your posture and focus on certain exercises to improve posture from your head to your toes. You can get a preview of these exercises here. This session will be interactive and involve movement so please wear comfortable clothing. You can also read more about posture here.

WHEN: Saturday, June 22, 2019 from 2-3pm

LOCATION:
Lake Forest Park Library
17171 Bothell Way NE
Lake Forest Park, WA 98155
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Come join me this Spring for these free library workshops.

FOOD AND MOOD

Learn how to optimize your health and mood!

This workshop explores the effects of food on your mood and vice versa. You will gain a better understanding of your food cravings, learn about important nutrients, and be able to identify which nutrient-dense foods best improve mood.

Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 3-4pm
Tukwila Library
14380 Tukwila International Boulevard
Tukwila, WA 98168
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POWER OF POSTURE

I’m bringing back my most popular workshop for Mother’s Day! Come understand why posture is important and how it affects our daily living. We will begin with a self-assessment of your posture and focus on certain exercises to improve posture from your head to your toes. You can get a preview of these exercises here. This session will be interactive and involve movement so please wear comfortable clothing. You can also read more about posture here.

Sunday, May 12, 2019 from 2-3pm
Covington Library
27100 164th Ave SE
Covington, WA 98042
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FIND YOUR WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Are you feeling overwhelmed with work or home life? Do you have a hard time juggling various activities in your life? This workshop will explore how you spend your time now as well as reflect upon activities that bring you meaning. We will discuss the four most important metrics for a successful life and you will discover what actions will need to be taken in order to create a personal work-life balance.

Saturday, May 25, 2019 from 2-3pm
Federal Way 320th Library
848 S. 320th Street
Federal Way, WA 98023
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If you come to World Taichi Day and want more or if you aren’t able to attend World Taichi Day, I will be giving this popular Intro to Taichi workshop on the same weekend.

Taichi is an ancient Chinese martial art that exercises the mind and body through slow movements. Practicing taichi regularly can improve balance and coordination, increase energy and stamina, reduce stress, and calm the mind. Come learn about the fundamental taichi principles and basic taichi movements. Even if you’ve participated before, you’re welcome to come again to practice, review, and learn new movements. This FREE workshop will involve active participation so please wear loose, comfortable clothing.

WHEN: Sunday, April 28, 2019 from 2-3pm

LOCATION:
Maple Valley Library
21844 SE 248th Street
Maple Valley, WA 98038
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