Basic Life Support (BLS), generally refers to the care that first-responders, healthcare providers and public safety professionals provide to anyone who is experiencing cardiac arrest, respiratory distress or an obstructed airway. It requires knowledge and skills in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPA), using automated external defibrillators (AED) and relieving airway obstructions in patients of every age. Successful students will receive a certificate for BLS valid for 2 years.
September 29
11:30 AM - 4 PM
Cost: $90
Instructor: Nicole Johnson
Call (517) 351-9240 to register
This 5 week in-person class will help you start a daily meditation practice. We will explore formal meditation techniques from different traditions & informal mindfulness techniques you can do during every day, active living. 2 separate 5 week courses offered.
5 Weeks, Thursday, 7PM
From September 12 - October 10
5 Weeks, Wednesdays, 7PM
From October 24 - November 21
Instructor: Kurt Scholler
Beginner Meditation and Mindfulness Class
Cost: $75 (Scholarships available)
Call to register: 517-351-9240
Participants will learn the 1st of 3 sections of this ancient Chinese art. These slow and gentle meditative movements of this Long Form of Yang-style Tai Chi will help relieve tension, increase balance, and improve health. It also has self-defense applications and is an excellent exercise.
5 WEEKS, Monday
September 9 - October 7
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Cost: $75
Taught by Tim Bernath-Plaisted
Learn the fundamentals of Bioenergy healing, including Reiki and Healing Touch; the latest research and uses by the medical community, as well as instruction of several energy techniques to use for your own personal care.
November 9
12 PM - 3 PM
Cost: $75
Instructor: Anne Rutledge
Call (517) 351-9240 to register
Former class, check back for new dates
- Fundamental Modalities of Chinese Medicine- Fee: $30
This class will explore the fundamental modalities of Chinese Medicine for those who are interested in learning more about the traditional methods of Acupuncture and Herbal medicine. We will also explore the classical theories and methods of Chinese Medicine, emphasizing their basis in direct embodied experience
- Healthy Lifestyle Teachings of Chinese Medicine (yangshengfa) - Fee: $40
This class will discuss the healthy lifestyle teachings of Chinese Medicine (yangshengfa), and will focus on living with the seasons and diet. This class will explore how the basis of health is the ability to listen to the signals our bodies send us and to interpret them in ways that support our flourishing. Participants are strongly encouraged to supplement with two once-weekly acupuncture treatments with Aidan, which will allow him to personalize the material of the class and instruct participants in the specific ways it can be applicable to their unique body and condition.
Learn the Ayurvedic medicine of dry brushing and all of the health benefits it provides. During this class you will learn about the lymphatic system, its purpose and how dry brushing can stimulate and improve the lymphatic system.
October 15
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: $25 (Includes Brush)
Instructor: Nicole Johnson
Call (517) 351-9240 to register
The Adult First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies for victims including Adults, Children and Infants. Successful students will receive a certificate for Adult First Aid/CPR/AED valid for 2 years.
September 8
11:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Cost: $90
Instructor: Nicole Johnson
Call (517) 351-9240 to register
Seeking tools from Yoga to calm, center and energize yourself? Explore Gentle Yoga fluid, yet transformational style of guided warm-up, posture flow, and relaxation meditation. No yoga experience is necessary. All are welcome.
Cost: $70
Teacher: Winalee Zeeb
Email instructor Winalee Zeeb for details and access.
winaleez@nianow.com
Former class, check back for new dates
For parents of infants aged newborn through 12 months. Touch is vital for emotional and physical well-being. Massaging your child enhances the bond and communication between you and your infant. Bring your infant and a baby blanket.
Cost: $30/1 adult, $40/2 adults
Instructor: Irene Savoyat Licensed Massage Therapist
MINI MELT HAND & FOOT CLASS
By stimulating the hands & feet, this easy-to-learn treatment can help reduce common painful symptoms in just minutes a day. 2 times available.
Teacher: Winalee Zeeb
Cost: $24 (includes melt ball)
October 17
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM AND 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Register at 517-351-9240.
This is a series of self-care techniques that anyone can use to stay active and relieve pain. It uses specially designed balls and custom-made soft rollers to help restore supportive qualities and brings stability and balance back to the body. 2 dates available.
November 12 / November 19
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Cost: $70
Instructor: Winalee Zeeb
Call (517) 351-9240 to register
Nia welcomes all to a cardio-dance workout and movement practice based on the intelligent design of the body. Nia tones your mind and tunes your body. Each workout brings mindfulness to your dance movement experience leaving you energized, mentally clear, and emotionally balanced.
Cost: $10
This class is currently being held on Zoom. To participate email instructor Winalee Zeeb for details and access. winaleez@nianow.com or visit https://www.winaleezeeb.com/zoom-classes/
Instructor: Winalee Zeeb
The Jams are open to all. The purpose of the Nia Jam is to explore Nia and to welcome anyone new as well as returning Nia students as a thank you for their support.
Cost: FREE
Instructor: Winalee Zeeb
Reiki Level 1
Saturday, October 5th
10 AM - 3 PM
No previous experience required.
Learn self-care with creative visualization and meditation for health applying energy healing philosophy and Reiki in this Level 1 training
Cost: $125
Instructor: Ann Rutledge, Reiki Master teacher
Register at 517-351-9240
Mother Daughter Self Defense
This self-defense workshop will provide awareness and safety tools, as well as realistic and practical physical strategies to help you avoid and/or survival a physical attack. The class is centered around love for yourself, making good choices, awareness of your surroundings and proven physical strategies. The "who, what, when. why and how" of self-protection will be explained and practiced in a safe and inclusive environment.
2dates available.
Saturday, October 12th
Saturday, November 2nd
10AM - 12PM
Class fee: $80 (Pair) $55 (Single)
Instructor: Robert Verdell
Call (517) 351-9240 to register
Former class, check back for new dates
Quit smoking with the help of acupuncture.
Acupuncture can curb cravings and engage the body's relaxation response aiding in your commitment to quit smoking.
Session 1: Discussion of how acupuncture can be helpful while trying to quit smoking including tips for quitting through preparation. Consent forms will be completed along with a brief consultation. Acupuncture treatment will be applied.
Sessions 2 & 3: Follow up treatments for smoking cessation.
Cost: $100
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VALENTINE’S DAY PARTNER MASSAGE
This class teaches couples the proper way to perform therapeutic techniques simply and easily to give your partner relief, comfort, and contentment. By focusing on form, body position, and areas of discomfort you will add skills that will benefit both you and your partner for years to come.
Cost: $80 per couple
Instructor: Nicole Johnson, LMT
Preregistration required
Class Limit: 10 Couples
