The fall schedule for Inverness is here!

Below is the Fall Schedule for Inverness. Registration can be sent to the Inverness Recreation office in Port Hood, Register with the Registration nights in your area, or pay Michelle the first day of class. Please email your intentions to her ahead of time so she can prepare the classes for the first week. More information about the details will be coming soon.

Inverness County Recreation Proposal for 2014-2015
Mondays:
Belle Cote Hall:
9-10 am Touch for Health Practice Session Touch for Health Level 1 and 2 students will be able to practice their skills during this one hour as they work through the techniques and balance the muscles of invited guests. Learn how to detect imbalances in the muscles of the body, how to balance the muscles and how to build energy and shift the way the body functions. All this leads to finding healthy ways to keep the body operating at its ultimate levels! Cost: $70 w HST for 10 weeks (Session 1: Sept 22, 29, Oct 6, no class Oct 13, Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec 1)
10 – 11:30 am Tai Chi Cape Breton Join us as we exploring the healing powers of the Tai Chi Foundations and 108 Moving Meditation of Master Moy Lin Shin. Tai Chi and Qi Gong are an easy, low impact, stretching and strengthening way to change the moving patterns of the body. Studies show that many of our ailments can be relieved by practicing this ancient art form, this can include blood pressure, diabetes, chronic pain, headaches, joint pain, energy levels, sleep patterns, breathing patterns, allergies, inflammation and more. Registration is in a 4 month cycle, with classes running throughout the year. September to December is $45 w HST for seniors and students, or $90 w HST for Adults under 55 yrs. Monthly rates are $12 w HST and $23 w HST respectively. Students may attend as many classes as they like throughout the week with their membership. (This is a not for profit program, and your instructor is a volunteer in honor of Master Moy’s wishes that all teachings come from the heart and that Tai Chi be available to all).
11:30 – 12:30 pm Qi YINtegration Set 1 and 2: This 10 week session is an introduction to changing movement patterns in your everyday life to create strength, ease of movement, flexibility and release of pain and tension from the body. The exercises are simple and integrate directly into your everyday. Handouts and power points will be available for home practice to transform habits. If you have avoided exercise programs because of shyness, limited ability, pain, or just plain laziness to make a change, then take advantage of this revolutionary way of putting energy and vitality back into your life. All are welcome, and all abilities will find a place! If it is hard for you to get out, bring a friend and inspire each other together. Sitting exercises and specific health challenges will be considered so don’t think you can’t – because you can! Please wear comfortable clothes and socks (or flat shoes if they are necessary). Cost: $70 w HST (Session 1: Sept 22, 29, Oct 6, no class Oct 13, Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec 1)
12:45 – 1:30 Preschool Dance For ages 2-4 years, join us for some dance and music fun as we explore movement, dance steps, special themes and the basics of music. Please wear something easy to move in, and ballet slippers on the feet or socks. Cost: $55 for 10 weeks (Session 1: Sept 22, 29, Oct 6, no class Oct 13, Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec 1)

Cape Breton Highlands Academy: School Stage
2:45 – 4:15 pm Dance Club 1 (6-9 yrs) A Full year program, this class will cover techniques from tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, musical theatre, highland and stepdance as we progress through the year. Dancers will need leggings, a t-shirt, tap shoes and a pair of flat running shoes. Class is from September to May and dancers make a full year commitment to the group. A fall presentation will be in November and our spring show will be in May at Strathspey Place Theatre in Mabou. Cost: $300 for the year. 2 Payments may be made by September – $200 and February – $100. First class September 22.
4:15 – 5:45 pm Dance Club 2 (10 years plus) – same description as above. First class September 22.
5:45 – 6:45 pm Music in Motion (4-5 yrs) – same description as above Cost: $200 for the year. 2 Payments may be made by September 1st – $125 and February 1st – $75. First class September 22.
6:45 – 7:45 pm Lyrical Jazz for All ages Join us for an hour of fun and exercise as we dance our way through stretching and strengthening warmups, turns, walks, arm movements and choreography that leave you humming a tune out the door with a smile of accomplishment on your face. No experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and cheer. Please wear something easy to move in, and a light runner that can be pointed in. Cost: $80 w HST for 10 weeks (Session 1: Sept 22, 29, Oct 6, no class Oct 13, Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec 1)

Tuesdays:
Judique:
Judique Community Hall 6:30 – 8:00
Tai Chi Cape Breton Join us as we exploring the healing powers of the Tai Chi Foundations and 108 Moving Meditation of Master Moy Lin Shin. Tai Chi and Qi Gong are an easy, low impact, stretching and strengthening way to change the moving patterns of the body. Studies show that many of our ailments can be relieved by practicing this ancient art form, this can include blood pressure, diabetes, chronic pain, headaches, joint pain, energy levels, sleep patterns, breathing patterns, allergies, inflammation and more. Registration is in a 4 month cycle, with classes running throughout the year. September to December is $45 w HST for seniors and students, or $90 w HST for Adults under 55 yrs. Monthly rates are $12 w HST and $23 w HST respectively. Students may attend as many classes as they like throughout the week with their membership. (This is a not for profit program, and your instructor is a volunteer in honor of Master Moy’s wishes that all teachings come from the heart and that Tai Chi be available to all).

Wednesdays:
Port Hood:
Bayview School:
2:45 – 4:15 pm Dance Club 1 (6-8 yrs) A Full year program, this class will cover techniques from tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, musical theatre, highland and stepdance as we progress through the year. Dancers will need leggings, a t-shirt, tap shoes and a pair of ballet slippers. Class is from September to May and dancers make a full year commitment to the group. A fall presentation will be in November and our spring show will be May 24th at Strathspey Place Theatre in Mabou. Cost: $300 for the year. 2 Payments may be made by September – $200 and February – $100. First class September 24.
4:15 – 5:45 pm Dance Club 2 (9 years plus) – same description as above. Class begins September 24.
5:45 – 6:45 pm Music in Motion (3-5 yrs) – same description as above Cost: $200 for the year. 2 Payments may be made by September- $125 and February – $75. Class begins September 24.
6:45 – 7:45 pm Qi YINtegration Set 1 and 2: This 10 week session is an introduction to changing movement patterns in your everyday life to create strength, ease of movement, flexibility and release of pain and tension from the body. The exercises are simple and integrate directly into your everyday. Handouts and power points will be available for home practice to transform habits. If you have avoided exercise programs because of shyness, limited ability, pain, or just plain laziness to make a change, then take advantage of this revolutionary way of putting energy and vitality back into your life. All are welcome, and all abilities will find a place! If it is hard for you to get out, bring a friend and inspire each other together. Sitting exercises and specific health challenges will be considered so don’t think you can’t – because you can! Please wear comfortable clothes and socks (or flat shoes if they are necessary). Cost: $70 w HST Session 1: Sept 24, Oct 1, Oct 8, no class Oct 15, Oct 22, 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, 26, Dec 3.
Thursdays:
Whycocomagh:
Masonic Hall
12:00 – 12:45 pm Preschool Dance (3-4 yrs) For ages 2-4 years, join us for some dance and music fun as we explore movement, dance steps, special themes and the basics of music. Please wear something easy to move in, and ballet slippers on the feet or socks. Cost: $55 for 10 weeks, plus $10 hall rental fee. 3 Sessions through the year. Session 1: Sept 25, Oct 2, 9, no class Oct 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec 4)
12:45 – 1:45 pm (1:45 – 2:15 with the 108 Movement Set) Qi YINtegration Set 1 and 2: This 10 week session is an introduction to changing movement patterns in your everyday life to create strength, ease of movement, flexibility and release of pain and tension from the body. The exercises are simple and integrate directly into your everyday. Handouts and power points will be available for home practice to transform habits. If you have avoided exercise programs because of shyness, limited ability, pain, or just plain laziness to make a change, then take advantage of this revolutionary way of putting energy and vitality back into your life. All are welcome, and all abilities will find a place! If it is hard for you to get out, bring a friend and inspire each other together. Sitting exercises and specific health challenges will be considered so don’t think you can’t – because you can! Please wear comfortable clothes and socks (or flat shoes if they are necessary). Cost: $70 w HST for10 weeks, plus $10 hall rental fee, Sept 25, Oct 2, 9, no class Oct 16, 23, 30, Nov 6, 13, 20, 27, Dec 4. (Special Note: For those who have been working on Master Moy’s 108 Moves, we will follow this class with 30 minutes devoted specifically to the set).

2:30 – 4:00 pm Dance Club 1 (6-9 yrs) A Full year program, this class will cover techniques from tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, musical theatre, highland and stepdance as we progress through the year. Dancers will need leggings, a t-shirt, tap shoes and a pair of flat running shoes. Class is from September to May and dancers make a full year commitment to the group. A fall presentation will be in November and our spring show will be May 24th at Strathspey Place Theatre in Mabou. Cost: $300 for the year, plus $50 hall rental. 2 Payments may be made by September – $200 plus $50 hall rental and February – $100. First class September 25.
4:00 – 5:00 pm Music in Motion (4 -5 yrs) – same description as above Cost: $200 for the year, plus $40 hall rental. 2 Payments may be made by September – $125 plus $40 hall rental and $75 February. Class begins September 25.
5:00 – 6:30 pm Dance Club 2 (10yrs and older) – same description as above Cost: $300 for the year, plus $50 hall rental. 2 Payments may be made by September – $200 plus $50 hall rental and February – $100. First class September 25.

Mabou:
St. Joseph’s Renewal Center
6:30 – 8:00 pm Tai Chi Cape Breton Join us as we exploring the healing powers of the Tai Chi Foundations and 108 Moving Meditation of Master Moy Lin Shin. Tai Chi and Qi Gong are an easy, low impact, stretching and strengthening way to change the moving patterns of the body. Studies show that many of our ailments can be relieved by practicing this ancient art form, this can include blood pressure, diabetes, chronic pain, headaches, joint pain, energy levels, sleep patterns, breathing patterns, allergies, inflammation and more. Registration is in a 4 month cycle, with classes running throughout the year. September to December is $45 w HST for seniors and students, or $90 w HST for Adults under 55 yrs. Monthly rates are $12 w HST and $23 w HST respectively. Students may attend as many classes as they like throughout the week with their membership. (This is a not for profit program, and your instructor is a volunteer in honor of Master Moy’s wishes that all teachings come from the heart and that Tai Chi be available to all).

Fridays:
Mabou:
The Old Manse (4614 Route 252, Mabou)
10 – 10:45 am Preschool Dance From walking to age 3, join us for some dance and music fun as we explore movement, dance steps, special themes and the basics of music. Please wear something easy to move in, and socks on your feet. Cost: $55 for 10 weeks September 26, Oct 3, Oct 10, no class Oct 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5.
Inverness:
Inverary Manor:
12:15 – 1:15 (1:15 – 1:45 with the 108 Movement Set) Qi YINtegration Set 1 and 2: This 10 week session is an introduction to changing movement patterns in your everyday life to create strength, ease of movement, flexibility and release of pain and tension from the body. The exercises are simple and integrate directly into your everyday. Handouts and power points will be available for home practice to transform habits. If you have avoided exercise programs because of shyness, limited ability, pain, or just plain laziness to make a change, then take advantage of this revolutionary way of putting energy and vitality back into your life. All are welcome, and all abilities will find a place! If it is hard for you to get out, bring a friend and inspire each other together. Sitting exercises and specific health challenges will be considered so don’t think you can’t – because you can! Please wear comfortable clothes and socks (or flat shoes if they are necessary). Cost: $70 w HST for 10 weeks. Session 1: September 26, Oct 3, Oct 10, no class Oct 17, 24, 31, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec 5. (Special Note: For those who have been working on Master Moy’s 108 Moves, we will follow this class with 30 minutes devoted specifically to the set).
Inverness School:
2:45 – 3:45 pm Dance Club 1 (6-8 yrs) A Full year program, this class will cover techniques from tap, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, musical theatre, highland and stepdance as we progress through the year. Dancers will need leggings, a t-shirt, tap shoes and a pair of flat running shoes. Class is from September to May and dancers make a full year commitment to the group. A fall presentation will be in November and our spring show will be May 24th at Strathspey Place Theatre in Mabou. Cost: $200 for the year. 2 Payments may be made by September- $125 and February – $75. First class September 26.
3:45 – 4:30 pm Music in Motion (3 -5 yrs) – same description as above Cost: $160 for the year. 2 Payments may be made by September – $100 and February – $60. Class begins Sept 26.

Session 2 begins the week of January 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, no classes the 16, 23 is snow week alternative (10 weeks)
Session 3 begins March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 or rehearsals the week of the 18th, with show May 24 (8 weeks)

Workshops:
Saturday, Sept 6, 3 – 6 pm $30 w HST
Qi YINtegration launch.

Qi YINtegration is an incredible new health program, created by Michelle Greenwell, introducing people to the power of their own energy, how to cultivate more and how to move the body easily, with fluidity and with strength. “Qi” is the energy that runs through everyone and creates the power to run, swim, walk, dance and more as we find ways to move into health with energy and vitality. “YINtegration is the balance of energy that is created in the body and that is expended. When everything is in balance we feel well, we move with ease, and we have the creativity, enthusiasm and cheer to enjoy all the wonderful things that life has to offer.

This program is an introduction to the most basic movement ideas that build us energy. We will be analyzing our sitting, standing, breathing, turning and strength with movement. The program launch is a very special opportunity to learn the background behind the exercises, to personally assess the energy levels in your body and assess the physical challenges faced by your body. Michelle will be focusing her attention to personal needs of the students in this session and will share her wealth of knowledge to assist with building fun and easy ways to stay active and move. For those who have not experienced a private session with Michelle, this is the next best personal care. For those working with physiotherapy exercises, this will enhance what you may or may not already be doing.

Sore knees, weak muscles, imbalanced muscles, tension, fear, physical limitations, emotional challenges. We are looking for everyone and anyone with something they would like to change about their ability to move and build energy. All are welcome and all abilities will find a place! If it is hard for you to get out, bring a friend and inspire each other together. Sitting exercises and specific health challenges will be addressed so don’t think you “can’t” – because you can! Please wear comfortable clothes and socks (or flat shoes if they are necessary), bring a water bottle, a notebook and a pen.

Michelle Greenwell’s background includes over 3 decades of Dance, Tai Chi and Health Kinesiology. She is currently studying and building exercise programs in the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine with Akamai University, working through her specialization of using movement to heal the body and working towards the Master’s and Doctorate program. Qi YINtegration has been many years in creation, and has thousands of years behind its roots in Chinese Medicine, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and of course, Dance! Take advantage of this special offer to work in a focused way with Michelle, and make a significant change in the way your body walks forward into its future!

Dance Your Heart Out

Join us for 4 weeks of fun with dance as we explore Stepdance, Tap, Broadway Jazz, and more in this introductory class. No experience is necessary. Please wear something comfortable to move in, a water bottle, a pair of soft soled shoes or slippers, and a hat (for a prop!).

Tuesdays, Judique Community Hall, October 21, 28, Nov 4 and 18 (No class on Remembrance Day). 5:00 – 6:15 Cost: $48 w HST.

The Feet First System

Ever complain about sore feet, burning on the bottom of the foot, ankle pain, toe challenges, feeling tired or walking with a bit of a slouch? Then, this is the class for you. Join us for 90 minutes as we change the way you think about using your feet, caring for them, and of course giving them a little love! These easy tools will have handouts for home and simple solutions to bring energy and vitality back into your step.

Saturday, September 27th, Judique Community Hall, 4 – 5:30 pm. $20 w HST