COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Qigong and Tai Chi with Mindfulness
Alan Krentzel, MBA
Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00 p.m.
8 classes starting 2/10 (no class 2/3 or 2/17)
$100 for 8-week session; $15 per class
Qigong (pronounced Chi Kung) has been practiced for thousands of years, by millions of people, for health maintenance and healing. Tai Chi is practiced as a moving meditation to enable the engagement of your life energy force, which promotes health and healing. Mindfulness is a state of being fully present in the moment, aware of yourself and your surroundings. Some health benefits of Qigong and Tai Chi, practiced in a "mindful" manner, include reducing stress and anxiety, strengthening the immune system, easing arthritis and osteoporosis, improving balance, and increasing flexibility and mental focus. Integrating mindfulness with Qigong and Tai Chi deepens the therapeutic benefits of your practice. Come and learn ways to improve your health and wellness using these ancient Asian arts with mindfulness.
This weekly class is appropriate for all ages, fitness levels and abilities. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing.
Please note - for more information or to register contact:
Alan Krentzel 617-513-0791 or akrentz@comcast.net
Alan Krentzel, MBA is a graduate of the Training Practicum at the University of Massachusetts Medical School and certified to teach the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Alan is also a certified Tai Chi instructor, authorized to teach Qigong, and a professional member of the National Qigong Association. With over 18 years of experience, Alan teaches "Tai Chi and Qigong with Mindfulness" at businesses, schools, health clubs and adult living communities in the Metrowest and Boston areas.
Chinese Herbal Nutrition and the Changing Seasons - Spring and Summer Foods
George Mandler, LicAc, DiplOM (NCCAOM), LDN
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
7:00 - 9:00 pm
$30 per class
Did you know that your diet should coincide with the change of seasons? This lecture will focus on the ancient practice of Chinese nutrition, including which herbs and foods are best suited for the spring and summer. It will focus on the foods, herbs and preparation styles that increase the Qi appropriate for the season, and how you can begin to incorporate some of these changes into your meals. Eating with the seasons is an important aspect of Oriental medicine, and following the plan of nature can lead to better health and well-being. You'll learn the energetics of foods, how preparation methods affect food from a health standpoint, as well as herbs that are appropriate. Taught from a traditional Chinese medicine foundation and perspective, this lecture will include lots of practical advice about foods that can be found readily in our local markets.
Please note - for more information or to register contact:
Sheila Carroll 617-558-6373 x209 or scarroll@nesa.edu
George Mandler, LDN, LicAc is a Massachusetts licensed dietitian/nutritionist and licensed acupuncturist. He is a certified nutrition specialist (CNS) from the American College of Nutrition as well as a Diplomat of Oriental Medicine from NCCAOM. In his private practice in Maynard, MA, he incorporates functional medical nutrition therapy with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. He holds master's degrees from Boston University, University of New Haven and the New England School of Acupuncture.
Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine
Monday nights 7:00 - 8:30 pm
3 sessions starting April 5
$75
Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) provides an overview of the concepts of TCM for those who are interested in learning more about this ancient healing art. This three-class program covers the basic topics of TCM, including acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Taught by experienced NESA senior faculty, this series is designed for beginners as well as those who have a basic understanding of Chinese medicine.
Ancient Relief for a Modern World: April 5, 2010
Instructor: Jonathan Ammen, LicAc, Chair, Chinese Acupuncture Studies Department
This class provides an overview of the principles of Oriental medicine, including Yin & Yang theory, Qi, blood & Jing, the 12 meridians, diagnostic principles, current research applications and trends. It will also cover how this powerful medicine is being integrated into the American health care system.
Seed, Shoots and Leaves: Explaining Chinese Herbal Medicine: April 12, 2010
Instructor: C. J. Allen, LicAc, DiplCh (NCCAOM), Faculty, Chinese Herbal Medicine Department
This class will take place in the NESA Chinese herbal dispensary and will educate students about the healing and medicinal power of herbal medicine. Ever wonder how herbs are prescribed, the nature and function of the herbs and how formulas are developed? This show and tell-like class will feature raw herbs as well as various prescription preparations.
Putting It All Together in Practice: April 19, 2010
Instructor: Kathy Seltzer, LicAc, Dean of Clinical Education
Ever wonder what practitioners mean when they say your pulse is wiry? Or what they see when they look at your tongue? This class will cover how a practitioner forms a diagnosis and treatment. The asking, listening, palpation and observing aspects of a patient visit are a critical part of the TCM diagnosis. Demonstrations of a typical treatment as well as the adjunctive techniques including gua sha, cupping, moxa, intradermals, plum blossom, tuina, electro-acupuncture and bloodletting will be shown.
Please note - for more information or to register contact:
Continuing Education at 617-558-1788 x112 or ceinfo@nesa.edu
Newton, MA 02458