Course Description: Studies show a short daily yoga practice with friends is beneficial to your mind and body. (Ok well, that was my study with me being the subject and I feel much better when I do this!) This is a quick session to get your day started. We will sign on to Zoom and have a short chat over coffee and then do a 15-min (approx.) yoga session. Yoga flow via YouTube instructors.

Notes: This class meets online via Zoom Mon, Tues, Wed and Thurs, 0830-0900,  16 Sep through 7 Nov.  Join us when you can on these days for an energizing start to your day.  

Class Leader Bio(s): Nita Wilkinson is not a yoga instructor. However, Nita and Nicole Blatt started doing this with friends every weekday in 2021 and find it so wonderful to getting the day started, that they continue still. We use YouTube videos from great yoga instructors. Nicole Blatt retired from the USAF in 2011 and now has two awesome 12-year-old sons named Bodie & Ryker.

Course Description: This class will introduce lesser known Yoga topics with some discussion and some active movement. For instance, discover Yoga Sleep Nidra. Add mudras and mantras to your yoga practice. Take a look at Ayurveda, the sister science to Yoga. Practice meditation and explore mapping your breath to asanas. For beginners who want to expand their Yoga toolkits. This is a 7-week class.

Notes: This is a 7-week class starting September 16. You will need a yoga mat. Optional equipment recommended includes 1-2 yoga blocks, a strap and a pillow or blanket to sit elevated for comfort.

Class Leader Bio(s): Annette Seda has Yoga Alliance 200-HR RYT certification.

Course Description: LYBL - Relationships gives you the opportunity to learn and use an understanding of how our minds and our bodies work together to sense, interpret, respond to, and work with all life’s experiences. This understanding, especially, gives you control over and affects your relationships of all kinds. You are invited to share and get help with specific issues. Confidentiality is required.

Notes: A $5 fee is requested

Class Leader Bio(s): Debbie has been a teacher, therapist, and healer her whole adult life. She has a Bachelor’s in Education, a Master’s in Clinical and Medical Social Work, and training in the physical and energetic healing arts. She has been in practice for 35 years.

Course Description: Refuse To Be A Victim is a crime prevention and personal safety program sponsored by the NRA, teaching tips and tactics students may use to help prepare their own personal safety strategies. Topics covered include the Psychology of Criminals, Mental Preparedness, and Physical, Home, Automotive, Travel and Cyber Security. The program does not teach firearm or self-defense skills.

Notes: A fee for required course material will be collected the first day of class. The fee will be calculated once the course material order is finalized but will not exceed $9.00/student.

Class Leader Bio(s): Ruedi Kaspar is a certified RTBAV instructor. He is a retired USAF officer who has traveled extensively and has a keen interest in personal safety and protection.

Course Description: Melinda's class will utilize the tools of yoga to foster healthy aging include postures that support and maintain strength, flexibility, balance, and agility. Students will be encouraged to replenish the system with the goal of increasing health-span.

Notes: Class will start September 17.Please arrive at least 15 minutes before class starts to set up. The door will close at 10:45.Dragonfly Yoga Studio, 184 Brooks St., Fort Walton Beach, FL

Class Leader Bio(s): Melinda is a E-CYT 200hr certified yoga instructor who has been teaching for 8+ years. She is also certified in Yoga for Healthy Aging, and Yoga 4 Cancer and is a member of Yoga Alliance.

Course Description: We will be focusing on the basic foundational elements of Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, and Swing so you can enjoy dancing at your next social event and a fun, light cardio workout.

Notes: Please come ready to dance in comfortable shoes preferably something that is easy to rotate on a plank wood floor such as flats or shoes without a thick rubber sole. Bottled water is encouraged.

Class Leader Bio(s): Rachel Richey has been teaching ballroom dancing for 19 years. She is born and raised in Destin and has specialized in wedding choreography since 2010. She has done numerous showcases and competitions and now enjoys being a mother, wife, vocalists for the band “Hashtag Swing”, as well as a part-time dance instructor for Destin School of the Arts.

Course Description: Get ready to have a blast with your furry friend! Strengthen your bond by playing interactive games, learn how to teach tricks, become a part of the pack and enrich your relationship with your dog. If your dog has basic obedience skills, this is a perfect class for you. Classes are outdoors. No aggressive dogs or aggressive handlers. 6-week class starting September 18.

Notes: 6-week class meeting Wednesday September 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16 and 23.Each individual dog must have a handler. All dogs must have current vaccinations. Bring verification of vaccinations to the first class. This class is the same as the Thursday Dog Tricks, Treats, Games and Play class. ONLY sign up for one of these classes!

Class Leader Bio(s): Like many of you, Tammie Bertrand has been working with dogs for years. Her commitment to dog training using games, and various reinforcements is the basis for this class. She is a dog lover who loves to train. 6-week class starting September 18.

Course Description: Get ready to have a blast with your furry friend! Strengthen your bond by playing interactive games, learn how to teach tricks, become a part of the pack and enrich your relationship with your dog. If your dog has basic obedience skills, this is a perfect class for you. Classes are outdoors. No aggressive dogs or aggressive handlers.

Notes: 6-week class meeting Thursday September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, and 24. Each individual dog must have a handler. All dogs must have current vaccinations. Bring verification of vaccinations to the first class. This class is the same as the Wednesday Dog Tricks, Treats, Games and Play class. ONLY sign up for one of these classes!

Class Leader Bio(s): Like many of you, Tammie has been working with dogs for years. Her commitment to dog training using games and various reinforcements is the basis for this class. She is a dog lover who loves to train. 6-week class starting September 19.