Pilates

Pilates 101 With Frances Goulart ~ Morning & Evening
Weak Abdominals? Aching back? Tight muscles? Try this unique and mind-body approach to strengthening your back and abdominals and improving overall flexibility in a matter of weeks. No prior experience needed. Beginners (and more experienced students) welcome. Please bring a thick mat and a yoga block to class. Optional - enhance your workout by bringing a pair of 2 lb. weights. Taught by Frances Goulart. Frances Sheridan Goulart is is a certified yoga, pilates and yoga-lates instructor who has been teaching in Ridgefield and throughout Fairfield Countyfor over a decade. She is also a certified clinical nutritionist and author of the newly released Super Immunity Foods (McGraw Hill) and Super Healing Foods (Prentice Hall).

6 Sessions $66 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $33)
Tue., 8/17, 24, 31; 9/7, 14 & 21 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.; Venus Bldg.
Thur., 8/19, 26; 9/2, 9, 16 & 22 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.; Venus Bldg.

9 Sessions $106 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $80)
Tue., 10/5, 19, 26; 11/2, 9, 16, 30; 12/7 & 14 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.; Venus Bldg. Snow date is 1/11.
Thur., 9/16, 23, 30; 10/7, 14, 21, 28; 11/4 & 18 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.; Venus Bldg.
Thur., 12/2, 9, 16; 1/13, 20, 27; 2/3, 10 & 17 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.; Venus Bldg. Snow date is 1/6.

7 Sessions $84 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $63)
Thur., 9/16, 23, 30; 10/7, 14, 21 & 28 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.; meets on 9/16 at Venus Bldg. and 9/23 forward at Veterans Park School.
Thur., 11/4, 18; 12/2, 9, 16; 1/13 & 20 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.; Veterans Park Snow date is 1/6.

Yoga-lates

Yoga-lates With Frances Goulart ~ Day & Evening
Yogilates is a unique fusion of yoga and pilates for total body fitness. Develop a stronger more flexible body, longer leaner muscles and toned abs. Improves the strength of the back and the health of the joints. Perfect for complete beginners or veterans. Most of the stretches will be done on the floor, please bring a thick mat, yoga block, and a blanket. Frances Sheridan Goulart is is a certified yoga, pilates and yoga-lates instructor who has been teaching in Ridgefield and throughout Fairfield Countyfor over a decade. She is also a certified clinical nutritionist and author of the newly released Super Immunity Foods (McGraw Hill) and Super Healing Foods (Prentice Hall).

6 Sessions $66 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $33)
Thur., 8/19, 26; 9/2, 9, 16 & 23 from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m.; Venus Building

10 Sessions $117 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $74)
Thur., 9/30; 10/7, 14, 21, 28; 11/4, 18; 12/2, 9 & 16 from 7:15 to 8:30 p.m.; Veterans Park School. Snow date is 1/13.

Yogalates with Laurie Mayper
Yoga-lates is a unique fusion of yoga and pilates for total body fitness. Develop a stronger more flexible body, longer leaner muscles and toned abs. Improves the strength of the back and the health of the joints. Perfect for complete beginners or veterans. Most of the stretches will be done on the floor. Bring a thick mat, yoga block, and blanket. Taught by Laurie Mayper. Laurie Mayper is certified by YogaSpirit Studios, YogaFit, and the Aerobics and Fitness Assoc. of America and teaches Yoga and Pilates in Fairfield County.

6 Sessions $73 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $55)
Tue., 9/21, 28; 10/5, 19, 26 & 11/2 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.; Venus Bldg.
Fri., 9/17, 24; 10/1, 15, 22 & 29 from 9:40 to 10:40 a.m.; Venus Bldg.

5 Sessions $62 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $47)
Tue., 11/9, 16, 30; 12/7 & 14 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.; Venus Bldg.
Fri., 11/5, 19; 12/3, 10 & 17 from 9:40 to 10:40 a.m.; Venus Bldg.

11 Sessions $128 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $96)
Tue., 9/21, 28; 10/5, 19, 26; 11/2, 9, 16, 30; 12/7 & 14 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.; Venus Bldg.
Fri., 9/17, 24; 10/1, 15, 22, 29; 11/5, 19; 12/3, 10 & 17 from 9:40 to 10:40 a.m.; Venus Bldg.

Stretching and Toning

Super Stretch With Frances Goulart ~ Morning & Evening
Easy and effective stretching exercises for each one of the body’s 600 plus muscles starting with the forehead and ending with each of the five toes. Learn how to strengthen and lengthen the muscles in your torso, legs, lower back , shoulders and chest. A stretched out body is less prone to injury, protected against stress and insomnia. Class ends with relaxation. Open to all ages, all fitness levels. Taught by Frances Goulart. Frances Sheridan Goulart is is a certified yoga, pilates and yoga-lates instructor who has been teaching in Ridgefield and throughout Fairfield Countyfor over a decade. She is also a certified clinical nutritionist and author of the newly released Super Immunity Foods (McGraw Hill) and Super Healing Foods (Prentice Hall).

5 Sessions $55 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $28)
Mon., 8/2, 16, 23, 30 & 9/13 from 6:00 to 6:45 p.m.; Venus Bldg.

6 Sessions $73 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $55)
Mon., 9/20, 27; 10/4, 18, 25 & 11/1 from 6:00 to 6:45 p.m.; ERMS
Mon., 11/8, 15, 22, 29; 12/6 & 13 from 6:00 to 6:45 p.m.; ERMS Snow date is 1/10.
Wed., 9/22, 29; 10/6, 13, 20 & 10/27 from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m.; Venus Bldg.
Wed., 11/3, 10, 17; 12/1, 8 & 15 from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m.; Venus Bldg. Snow date is 1/12.

12 Sessions $139 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $104)
Mon., 9/20, 27; 10/4, 18, 25; 11/1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 12/6 & 13 from 6:00 to 6:45 p.m.; ERMS Snow date is 1/10.
Wed., 9/22, 29; 10/6, 13, 20, 10/27; 11/3, 10, 17; 12/1, 8 & 15 from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m.; Venus Bldg. Snow date is 1/12.

Body, Mind and Spirit Alignment
An awakening of the mind,body and spirit. This class is geared towards the more evolved and mature woman (and man). Using light hand held weights, we will be toning and stretching as you leave feeling opened, stronger, longer and fully energized. Focusing totally on posture and Alignment, performing exercises using your own body weight gently and effectively this class is a sure must. Taught by Lisa Tenore. Lisa Tenore is certified by AFAA Group Fitness and Personal Training, certified in Reiki and Energy Healing, has been teaching in the area for 16 years.
7 Sessions $84 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $63)
Mon., 9/27; 10/4, 18, 25; 11/1, 8 & 15 from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.; Venus Bldg.
Mon., 11/22, 29; 12/6, 13; 1/10, 24 & 31 from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m.; Venus Bldg.

Meditation

Meditation Workshop with Thai Meditation Master
Achan Da will lead another seminar similar to those that have been so well received in past years. Mahasati meditation is a form of vipassana, or insight meditation, practiced for years in Southeast Asia. It uses both walking and seated meditation. It is experiential in focus and does not rely on the acceptance of any religious doctrine. Since it is performed with the body in motion and eyes open, it is more easily carried into daily life than other forms of meditation. Suitable for both new and experienced meditators, the workshop will combine lecture, demonstration, and actual meditation practice. The second session provides attendees the opportunity to ask Achan Da questions regarding their practice after trying the technique for a week. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Meditation Master Achan Da is a Theravada monk in the Thai Forest Tradition. He was abbot of the Thatkong Monastery in Northeastern Thailand and has been teaching meditation for over 30 years. This is a chance to learn from a true master.
2 Sessions $31 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $23)
Wed., 10/6 & 13 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.; Redding Meditation Center, 9 Picketts Ridge, W. Redding (1/2 mile east of Route 7).

Practical Buddhism and the Search for Self
Based on contemporary Buddhist bestseller The Buddha in Your Mirror (www.middlewaypress.com), this class will introduce a simple daily ritual that you can apply to relationships, career, health, and the unique environments you encounter in normal life. Unlike monastic traditions, this 700-year old Buddhist philosophy and technique can be practiced anywhere (not recommended while driving!) and can be completely integrated into your daily life (without redecorating, investing in a new wardrobe, or leaving for long weekends). Instruction will take place in English. Team taught by Charles Greenberg and a guest speaker. Charles Greenberg is head reference librarian at Yale Medical School Library. He team-teaches Practical Buddhism.
1 Session $31 (Ridgefield Sr./Disab. $23)
Sat., 10/16 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.; Venus Bldg.

Medical Questions:

We expect students to have consulted with their doctor before starting any new exercise program.