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2 2 | PULSE S u m m e r 2 0 1 7 AUGUST 7, 14, 21, 28 FELDENKRAIS CHAIR LESSONS 10:30 to 11:30 am | $72 There's no longer any excuse for not exercising, even if you're confined to a wheelchair. Experts say that regular exercise, even from a chair, can reduce insomnia and ease arthritis, constipation, sciatica and back and neck stiffness, while lowering stress and improving flexibility. This class is based on the Feldenkrais Method, which teaches participants how to apply attention to exercise and everyday movements, and improves physical function and freedom of movement. Pre-registration is required. WHERE: Health Education Center, 3105 Lomita Blvd., Torrance INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4711 CA L E N DA R AUGUST 19 INFANT MASSAGE 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon | $45 Your baby will experience vital physical, psychological and developmental growth in their first year of life. Nurturing touch between you and your baby enriches the mind, body and spirit for both of you, thus helping your baby grow healthy and happy. You will learn a series of strokes and techniques that can be used in short or long massage sessions to stimulate or relax your baby. You also will learn to read your baby's nonverbal cues, when or when not to massage and basic developmental movement activities. Infant massage can promote bonding; provide relaxation for baby and parent/caregiver; strengthen digestive, circulatory, immune and nervous systems; reduce discomfort from congestion, gas and colic; improve sleep and stimulate motor development. WHERE: Health Education Center, 3105 Lomita Blvd., Torrance INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4711 AUGUST 3 REIKI EXCHANGE 6:30 to 8 p.m. Reiki is a Japanese technique of stress reduction that works well with Western medicine. At a Reiki Exchange, mini treatments are exchanged, allowing energy to flow through the body and helping it to feel peaceful and balanced. Attend this free Reiki Circle to see if this relaxation therapy is right for you. WHERE: Health Education Center, 3105 Lomita Blvd., Torrance INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4722 AUGUST 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 RESTORATIVE ZEN YOGA 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. | $72 Restorative yoga is a practice of being in— instead of doing—poses, using a variety of props. Each pose is held for several minutes, which lets you relax with mental stillness and support. Zen yoga is a quieting, deeply nourishing practice that calms the nervous system. Restorative yoga uses blankets and bolsters to support poses helping to release deeply held tension in the mind and body. Pre-registration is required. WHERE: The Center for Healthy Living, 2550 Via Tejon, Palos Verdes Estates INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4711 AUGUST 19 AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM: REFRESHER COURSE 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. $15 AARP members, $20 non-members If you are 50 or older, you may be able to save on auto insurance by completing a special driver improvement course. If you have taken the eight-hour class within the past three years and are looking to renew your driving certificate, this four-hour refresher course is available. Pre-registration required. WHERE: West Tower, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, 3330 Lomita Blvd., Torrance INFO/REGISTER: torrancememorial.org/classes; 310-517-4711