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Connect to Nature for Health & Wellness through Forest Bathing
Feeling overwhelmed? Burnt out from chronic reactivity and doing-doing-doing? The Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is the simple and therapeutic act of spending time in a forest. "Shinrin-yoku" or "taking in the forest atmosphere" was developed in Japan during the 1980s and has become a cornerstone of preventive health care and healing in Japanese medicine. Studies have shown that time in nature is an antidote for stress and anxiety. It can lower blood pressure and stress hormone levels, reduce nervous system arousal, enhance immune system function, increase self-esteem, reduce anxiety, and improve mood. guided immersion experience moves us slowly through the park, offering a series of sensory invitations to simply be, in the moment.
During this calming experience, we will practice easy techniques to help you regulate your nervous system. Find out how this outdoor experience at Boeing Creek Park in west Shoreline, can increase your physical and mental resilience. https://www.forestbathingfinder.com/guide-profile/humannature/
LEARN TO WEAVE ON A TABLE TOP LOOM - In just one class you'll weave a couple of cotton washcloths on a tabletop, rigid heddle loom. It covers all the weaving basics: loom set-up, color changes and finishing. Once you learn to weave, the possibilities are endless including scarves, pillow covers, towels, curtains and cloth for sewing. Weaving supplies and handouts are included. If you want to brng your own assembled, working rigid heddle loom with a 7.5 or 8 dent heddle, please contact the instructor at HeidiBennettwa@gmail.com to ensure it will be suitable for this class and type of weaving.project.
For students 15+ and adults of all ages. Some walking around a table required. Please note that no scented products or perfumes should be worn during this class.
STUDENT REQUIRED SUPPLIES
Students required to bring scissors (to cut yarn), a pen and these specific yarns: 3 balls (100 yards each) of 100% cotton yarn (size #4): Lily’s Sugar ‘N Cream Walmart, Fred Meyer or online Or Loops & Threads Classic Cotton #4 at Michaels Select colors that work well for stripes and plaids and no more than one variegated color. Avoid pure black and white yarns. Students who plan to use their own rigid heddle loom, please contact the instructor to ensure it will be suitable for the class project and to obtain the loom accessory list.
Students required to bring scissors (to cut yarn), a pen and these specific yarns:
Students will have the opportunity to combine cardiovascular and strength training techniques to develop a balanced fitness program. This class will meet in our NEW upper level fitness center for varied workouts. Learn to use fitness equipment and free weights to enhance your workout and improve your health. Please bring a water bottle and dress in athletic attire. For ages 15+. No class on holidays when the College is closed. Parking is included and free on campus after 4 p.m.
This course can also be taken for 2 academic credits. Running Start high school students will get dual credits for this course and fullfill high school Physical Education requirements. Contact your Running Start advisor and Enrollment Services for details at: (206) 546-4611,
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