CPCC to Offer Free Seminar, “Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi: What’s Right for You?”
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Nov 03, 2008 01:14 PM
WHAT:Central Piedmont Community College’s (CPCC) Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning Department is pleased to host a free seminar – “Yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi: What’s Right for You?” – to encourage area residents to adopt a healthy lifestyle and to introduce three popular forms of exercise.
Qualified instructors will introduce attendees to the fundamentals of each exercise, discussing their differences, benefits and requirements. This introductory seminar is open to all individuals of all ages and fitness levels. The class will include:
Yoga for Beginners: Gain an understanding of the basic components of a yoga practice, including breathing techniques and methods for relaxation and meditation. Students will learn proper body alignment and classical yoga postures.
Intro to Tai Chi: Students will be provided with the opportunity to learn and practice traditional Tai Chi exercises, including form movements, stretching, breathing exercises and the basics of Chi Gong, as it relates to Tai Chi.
Pilates for Beginners: This session will focus on proper breathing techniques, flexibility, muscle strengthening and toning, and achieving correct body postures.
*Note: Individuals should dress comfortably and bring a mat, blanket or large towel.
WHEN: Thursday, November 13; 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: CPCC Levine Campus, 2800 Campus Ridge Road, Matthews, N.C.; Room 1319
CONTACT: To register for the class, please call customer service at 704.330.4223. For additional information, visit www.cpcc.edu/liflonglearning.
Central Piedmont Community College is the largest community college in North Carolina, offering 100 degree and certification programs, customized corporate training, market-focused continuing education, and special interest classes. CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens of Mecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the Community College of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers and job seekers through innovative educational and training strategies.
Central Piedmont Community College is the largest community college in North Carolina, offering 100 degree and certification programs, customized corporate training, market-focused continuing education, and special interest classes. CPCC is academically, financially and geographically accessible to all citizens of Mecklenburg County. In 2002, the National Alliance of Business named CPCC the Community College of the Year for its response to the workforce and technology needs of local employers and job seekers through innovative educational and training strategies.
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This release prepared by Mallory Benz, 704.330.6613. An archive of CPCC news releases is at http://www.cpcc.edu/college-news.
