T’ai Chi in August

Embrace summer while relaxing the body and focusing the mind with certified T’ai Chi instructor, Sandy Gebhard. As an instructor skilled in guiding movement through the Sun Style Form of T’ai Chi, Sandy modifies movement to suit instruction for students ranging from beginning to advanced. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable fitting shoes. Class will be held outdoors in the shade, weather permitting. Includes individual garden admission during public hours. Ages 18+. Registration deadline: July 29. Min. 10. Max. 20.

    Code             Dates       Day        Time

327400-T2      8/6-8/27        T         10-11 am

# Sessions/Fee: 4/$42   Member Fee: $37

Location: Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

T’ai Chi in September

Transition into fall with returning instructor, Liz Monnier. While practicing T’ai Chi in the method of Qigong, prepare your mind, body and internal center for the changing of the seasons. As a certified instructor, Liz guides movement to promote relaxation, healing and harmony. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable fitting shoes. With class consensus and weather permitting, instruction may be held outdoors in the shade. Includes individual garden admission during public hours. Ages 18+. Registration deadline: August 26. Min. 10. Max. 20.

     Code            Dates        Day          Time

427002-T1       9/3-9/24       T          10-11 am

# Sessions/Fee: 4/$42     Member Fee: $37

Location: Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

Bones for Life®

Enhance posture and decrease pain with this six-part series guided by Liz Monnier, a certified Bones for Life® instructor and Feldenkrais® practitioner. Through natural, gentle movement, this practice aids in the fight against osteoporosis by improving the overall strength and health of your bones. While effective practice includes standing, walking, sitting and lying on the floor, individual modifications are offered to accommodate any restrictions. Removing shoes is recommended for best results. Please bring your own yoga mat or blanket, a long scarf and small hand towel. Upon registration, new participants must provide an email address and complete a required memorandum of understanding. Visit movementintelligence.org for more information. Ages 18+. Registration deadline: September 23. Min. 10. Max. 20.

Code     Dates    Day        Time

427404-T1            10/1-11/5            T              5-6 pm

# Sessions/Fee: 6/$69     Member Fee: $64

Location: Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

T’ai Chi Tuesdays

During this morning series, delve further into the benefits of an ongoing T’ai Chi practice with experienced instructor, Sandy Gebhard. Instruction will focus on advancing the skills of returning students; beginners are welcome with the understanding it will be a faster pace. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable fitting shoes. Individual garden admission also included. Ages 18+. Registration deadline: September 30. Min. 10. Max. 20.

Code      Dates    Day        Time

427402-T1            10/8-11/5            T              10-11 am

# Sessions/Fee: 5/$48       Member Fee: $43

Location: Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.  

Succulent Pumpkins

This autumn season, create your own living décor when pairing pumpkins with succulents as part of this popular returning workshop. Arrange individual succulent cuttings on miniature-sized pumpkins, and also learn expert tips on how to maintain and multiply your new plant babies once the season is over. Make time to visit the gardens too, as Conservatory admission is included. Ages 15+. Registration deadline: October 12. Min. 12. Max. 24.

Code      Date      Day        Time

427503-R1           10/17    Th           6-7 pm

# Sessions/Fee: 1/$20     Member Fee: $16

Location: Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.

Cornucopia Centerpiece

Come together in this bountiful harvest workshop at the Botanical Conservatory. Register with friends, and with gratitude, assemble an overflowing centerpiece with accomplished floral designer, Dennis Bowman. Both fresh and faux autumn imagery are provided, though you are welcome to incorporate your own festive accents. Admission to the gardens is also included. Ages 15+. Registration deadline: November 2. Min. 12. Max. 24.

Code      Date      Day        Time

427506-R1           11/7       Th           6-7:30 pm

# Sessions/Fee: 1/$49     Member Fee: $46

Location: Botanical Conservatory, 1100 S. Calhoun St.