The Reach Center Eugene

SUMMER CAMPS AT REACH

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:36:56 GMT

SIGN UP NOW!

For 8 to 12 yr olds:

June 25 - 29, Monday - Friday, 9 am to 3 pm
Enjoy Art ~ Jazz/Hip Hop Dance ~ Musical Theater ~ Zumba ~ Acro-Tumbling ~ Yoga
Cost: $225 per student (includes $15 art supply fee)
$50.00 for a single class per day (space-dependent)

For 5 to 7 yr olds:

July 20 - 24, Monday - Friday, 9 am to noon
Enjoy Creative Dance & Rhythms ~ Art ~ Intro to Tumbling
Cost: $150 per student

SUMMER WITH THE EDGE

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:32:20 GMT

This summer The EDGE offers three 3 week session on Thursdays:

Session I: June 7, 14, 21, Session II: July 5, 12, 19, Session III: August 2, 9, 16

Pre-EDGE I, Pre-EDGE II, Beginning I - 10:30 - 11:30 am
Beginning II, Advanced Beginning, Intermediate - 11:30 - 12:30 pm
Cost per 3 week session is $25 - Drop in rate is $9

EDGE Performance Groups - 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Cost per 3 week session is $40 - Drop in rate is $14

DYNAMIC FACILITATION

Thu, 10 May 2012 23:20:36 GMT

A 3-day workshop with Rosa Zubizarreta

Tuesday - Thursday, May 22-24, 2012, 9:00 - 5:00 PM

A Gift Economy Offering

What is Dynamic Facilitation? In both organizations and communities, this non-linear, systemic approach can help us address difficult issues in collaborative and constructive ways; catalyze the shift from polarization to greater shared understanding; evoke group self-alignment around new possibilities.

Who can benefit? Everyone is welcome, especially anyone who works with groups! Community organizers, facilitators, mediators, teachers, managers and leaders.

Registration is required. Visit www.EugeneDynamic.eventbrite.com to register

For additional information email ptmpeace@gmal.com.

Dynamic Facilitation

Thu, 10 May 2012 23:13:04 GMT

A 3-day workshop with Rosa Zubizarreta

Tuesday - Thursday, May 22-24, 2012, 9 - 5 PM

A Gift Economy Offering

Who can benefit? Everyone is welcome, especially anyone who works with groups! Community organizers, facilitators, mediators, teachers, managers and leaders.

Registration is required. Visit www.EugeneDynamic.eventbrite.com

For additional information email ptmpeace@gmal.com.

May 12th, A Lifetime of Learning Workshop Series: Yin Tai Chi Qigong and Yang Yijinjing Qigong

Mon, 07 May 2012 23:34:20 GMT

Health and Wellness takes both study and practice. This workshop offers an introduction to two forms of Qigong, laying the foundation for a lifetime learning approach to internal development. These are part of the structure of Lineage Tai Chi learning.

Yijinjing Qigong: Original Shaolin practice for changing the muscles and tendons with active stretching and stimulation.

Shibashi Tai Chi Qigong: A set of 18 soft movements for balancing blood, breath and energy.

Who should come?

All Levels of Interest
Tai Chi practitioners who have a form but feel like something is definitely "missing."
People who practice Tai Chi every day
Someone interested in instructor program
Medical Professionals looking to enhance their understanding of Tai Chi and Qigong

When: Saturday, May 12th, 4:00 - 7:00 PM
Where: The Reach Center. 2520 Harris St, Eugene. (25th and Harris)
Cost: $50. Mother's Day Special: Bring Your Mother For Free.
Registration: Please Register Online or call in (541)708-1163

May 12th, A Lifetime of Learning Workshop Series: Yin Tai Chi Qigong and Yang Yijinjing Qigong

Mon, 07 May 2012 23:47:23 GMT

Yijinjing Qigong: Original Shaolin practice for changing the muscles and tendons with active stretching and stimulation.

Shibashi Tai Chi Qigong: A set of 18 soft movements for balancing blood, breath and energy.

Who should come?

All Levels of Interest
Tai Chi practitioners who have a form but feel like something is definitely "missing."
People who practice Tai Chi every day
Someone interested in instructor program
Medical Professionals looking to enhance their understanding of Tai Chi and Qigong

Transformation Arts Eugene Tai Chi

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 00:28:53 GMT

The pinnacle practice is our original Lineage Tai Chi training. Different than many family Tai Chi lineages, the origin teachings work with the Internal developments as primary. There are two distinct sets that set this practice apart from family teachings, known as the Hu Shi Fa (Breathing method) and Shen Fa (Body Method) as the foundations to health & wellness, and illness and injury prevention. These are more suited for the practical applications in our daily lives. Thus even a long time family-styled practioner would gain a great deal from these practices as they cross all styles of Tai Chi. Beginning May 21, join us Monday and Wednesday evenings in The Loft from 6:30 - 8:00 pm.

Yoga for Optimal Health

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 01:38:30 GMT

Astrid Wolf-O'hern offers a new six-week series! Dates: Tuesdays, April 24 to May 29 & Wednesdays, April 25 to May 30 from 10:15 to 11:30 am.

"We will be discussing key elements of a yoga practice as well as optimal sequencing of poses. This will give you a deeper understanding of various poses and their health benefits and in addition help you move towards developing a home practice. Building a home practice is one of the most challenging endeavors a student of yoga can embark on and this six week series will help you lay the ground work for this journey. You will be able to ponder your goals and then explore ways to meet those goals. At the end of the series, you will have developed a yoga plan specifically tailored to your needs and aspirations. Along the way, we have much room for exploration and growth in our understanding of the healing powers that yoga can unleash. All levels of yoga experience are welcome." -- Astrid

TRANSFORMATION ARTS EUGENE GRAND OPENING EVENT - Tai Chi and Yijinjing Qigong

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:07:12 GMT

Wednesday, April 25 from 6 - 7:30 pm

Michael Vasquez will be sharing Transformation Arts programs at The Reach Center, and introducing Tai Chi, Qigong and Yijinjing practices. Hear about Tai Chi and Qigong classes beginning at The Reach Center on May 21. Tea, Snacks, Lectures and Demos/Participations. The event is FREE. More info: http://www.transformationarts.org. RSVP/Questions: 541-708-1163.

SOMATICS/BODYWORKS CLASS & JAM

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 22:50:01 GMT

BEGINNING APRIL 28: Saturdays from 4 - 7 pm in the Loft

Somatics/Bodyworks Class begins April 28, and runs Saturdays from 4pm to 5pm in The Reach Center Loft (upstairs), followed by open Jam from 5pm to 7pm. Explore a variety of somatics and bodywork modalities to prepare for dance movement in contact improvisation, such as Thai Massage, Breema, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais, Yoga, BodyMind Centering, and Meditation. Interact in a guided exchange where contributions from community members are welcomed. Cost: $5-$10 donation suggested. For more information visit http://www.facebook.com/ripedancejam or http://ripedance.wordpress.com .

ZUMBA AT REACH!

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 23:33:36 GMT

Are you tired of working at fitness? Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Come join instructor Hilary Kretchmer for Zumba class at the Reach Center and experience how staying fit can be easy and a lot of FUN! Classes run Mondays in the Loft and Wednesdays in the Main Studio at 9 am through April. Beginning in May, Zumba Gold runs Mondays at 9 am in the Loft, and Zumba runs Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 am in the Main Studio. Get your fitness and fun early and smile for the rest of the day! For more information visit http://fitnessmashup.wordpress.com.

Transformation Arts Eugene Yijinjing Qigong

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:16:04 GMT

The YiJinJing or Muscle Tendon Change Classic is a Strength and vitality practice, a more vigorous Yang Qi mind/body skill set. This practice is used by Shaolin Monks for the Internal/External foundation, and is considered a type of Kung Fu Yoga, creating a very powerful and flexible body, good as a foundation for all forms of movement and general health rejuvenation. Beginning May 21, join Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:00 am - 9:00 am in the Main Studio.

Somatics/Bodywork Class & Jam

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 14:01:26 GMT

Class begins April 28, and runs Saturdays from 4pm to 5pm in The Reach Center Loft (upstairs), followed by open Jam from 5pm to 7pm.

We will explore together a variety of somatics and bodywork modalities to prepare our bodies for dance movement in contact
improvisation. These include Thai Massage, Breema, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais, Yoga, BodyMind Centering, and Meditation. This will be a guided exchange with contributions from community members welcomed. For more information visit http://www.facebook.com/ripedancejam

Zumba

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:43:00 GMT

Are you tired of working at fitness? Are you ready to party yourself into shape? You are exactly who the Zumba® program was created for! This easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning cardio work-out will move you closer to your fitness goals and health. Come to Zumba class at the Reach Center and experience how staying fit can be easy and a lot of FUN! Want a slightly less challenging cardio workout? Try Zumba Gold! For more information on Zumba, visit Zumba.com.

Circus Yoga

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:12:39 GMT

Bring yourself, a friend, or the whole family for this fun-filled evening! CircusYoga is a practice of inclusion and exploration.

No circus or yoga experience are required! Parents and children participate together in a silly, sweet, fantastic creative experience!

Most activities are suited to children over age 6, but little ones are welcome with a dedicated caregiver.

Pre-register before February 12 by visiting the website listed below!

Strechoga at the Reach Center!

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:01:51 GMT

Wednesdays at 6 PM

Strechoga is a fusion of numerous forms of Yoga, Taichi, Chigong, and movement therapy. It is one free flowing art of the body. No matter what your age or physical capability, Stretchoga can benefit you. It is great for rehabbing an injury, training for sports, or simply taking your mind off everything else in life.

Check it out!

Strechoga

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 17:59:03 GMT

The EDGE is open for the 2011/2012 season

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:59:57 GMT

Come join the fun!

Exciting new classes, exciting new teachers and, of course, most of the same great staff from last year.

An update on two former EDGE instructors:

Breakdancer extraordinaire J.T. Magee has moved on to San Diego to pursue a teaching career in dance. Good luck, J.T.! Julia Gingerich has relocated to Astoria, Oregon with her husband Julian. We congratulate the two of them as they wait the arrival of their new baby.

Call now or stop by to register and be sure to check the website for details: www.edgedancing.com

Music Together

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 21:51:29 GMT

Do Re Play presents Music Together®… Music and movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and the grownups who love them. Our mixed-age classes create a family environment where children engage and gain basic musical competence through play. Parents will learn how to model and encourage musical development at home. In a culture that focuses on consuming music, we encourage active participation in making music. Making music together builds stronger families and stronger communities. So come sing, clap, chant, dance, and jam.

Classes meet 45 minutes a week.

Listen to songs and watch video demonstrations of classes at MusicTogether.

Let’s Make More Music!

DoRePlay presents Music Together!

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 22:04:06 GMT

Music and movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and the grownups who love them. Our mixed-age classes create a family environment where children engage and gain basic musical competence through play. Parents will learn how to model and encourage musical development at home. In a culture that focuses on consuming music, we encourage active participation in making music. Making music together builds stronger families and stronger communities. So come sing, clap, chant, dance, and jam Mondays at 10:30 am!

Learn How to Operate Your Home Kitchen, for Kids

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 17:51:58 GMT

Learn how to operate your home kitchen:

Sanitation, workstation, kitchen tools, measuring;
Peeling, slicing, dicing, whipping, blending, zesting;
Grilling, blanching, baking, toasting, sautéing;
Demonstrations, food plate presentation;
Food storage, cleaning up, composting, recycling;
Recipes, cooking terms, internet research;
Teamwork, communication, math, science, art work.

Building Soil for the Garden

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 23:14:38 GMT

Perhaps you've noticed that the yard in front is no longer a yard and well on it's way to becoming a neighborhood garden. With the help of neighbors Sherry Wellborn (a force of nature in her own right), David Stucky, and Erik Muller among others, we've layered cardboard, leaves, manure and compost to get our garden started. There will be vegetable beds, flower beds, berry bushes, dwarf fruit trees, honeybees, compost piles, and a greenhouse!

Our plan is to share this "urban farm" with our neighbors. Perhaps you'd like to get an early start with veggies in the greenhouse. Perhaps you'd like the taste of local honey. Perhaps a blueberry pie is in your future. Or perhaps you'll just want to come sit on one of the many benches we'll scatter around the garden. We won't be charging anything for sharing this resource with our neighborhood . . . but we'd sure appreciate a bit of physical labor, and maybe an occasional donation to help pay the water bill. Come check it out!

Urban Gardener

Fri, 28 Jan 2011 20:13:40 GMT

Learn vegetable gardening basics such as the difference between soil and soil amendments, how each contributes to plant health, how to water correctly, how to plant seeds, how to fertilize, how our climate & weather affect our gardens, composting basics, use of garden tools, different styles of gardening, and information about urban micro-livestock.

Leave with hands-on skills, a hanging basket with edible leaves that you start, a flat of vegetable starts, and a notebook full of resources.

Bellylicious Workout

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:18:04 GMT

Looking for a fun and easy dance class that uses upbeat world music to get an aerobic workout? In Bellylicious Workout Class, we use repetition of belly dance drills and core strengthening exercises as a foundation for fitness as well as building basic dance techniques and skills. And we’ll have so much fun you won’t even know you’re getting an aerobic workout.

Beginners Welcome!

Drop-ins are welcome, but if possible, please contact Sarina to confirm there is enough space in the class.

Belly Dance

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 22:12:59 GMT

An excellent way to wake up on Saturday morning! Combine fun with fitness and increase your flexibility, strength, and self-confidence in a comfortable setting. Learn basic isolations, foundation movements, and traveling moves in Egyptian style. Course includes instruction in zills/finger cymbals, veils, choreography, plus information on the historical and musical elements of Middle Eastern dance.