Lifelong Learning / Health and Wellness

Situational Awareness – Self Defense Class

This workshop will focus on the concept of “Situational Awareness’ to help participants avoid threatening and dangerous situations. Additionally, some very simple self-defense techniques will be taught with the emphasis of using your whole body as a weapon. Easy to learn techniques from Karate, Kung Fu, Judo, Ju-Jitsu, etc. will be taught as a means of self-defense.

Richard is a 3^rd degree Blackbelt and former High School Teacher/Administrator and Adjunct College Professor.

Downsizing Simplified: How to Eliminating the EXTRA can add Happiness & Allow you to Live Forward

How to get the downsizing process started and share tips and tricks on how to consistently keep up with the task of downsizing so that clutter never builds up!

Flu Shot Clinic

Please register on myactivecenter or in person at the center

Accepting Medicare & Anthem Medicare Advantage Plans, ConnectiCare & United

Please bring your Medicare or Anthem card or other insurance card with you.

Sponsored by: Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County

HEALTHY EATING

As we age, our nutrition needs change. Following a balanced-diet meal plan can help you reduce your risk for illness and stay active and independent longer.

Yoga Nidra

Yoga Nidra, also known as “yogic sleep,” is a guided meditation practice that takes you to a state between wakefulness and sleep. By following simple verbal cues you are lead to a place that allows your body and mind to rest and deeply heal. It’s like a blissful nap for your mind and body.

Please dress comfortably and bring whatever you may need to be comfortable. Bring a yoga mat. Pillows, blankets. and eye covers are strongly encouraged.

This class is presented in partnership with the Stamford Veterans Resource Center and is open to all members of the community free of charge.