Health & Wellness
With careful consideration of safety guidelines, we are delighted to bring back our wellness classes. Classes are limited to 15. Masks and social distancing will be required. Registration required online. Sorry no drop-ins. For questions, email the Education Department at education@arboretum.org.
Yoga in the Garden
Our gentle all-levels Garden Yoga program accesses the Arboretum’s natural tranquility to deepen your body’s capacity to heal and strengthen itself. Tuesday evenings 5:30-6:45pm and Saturday mornings 8:30-9:45am. Online advance registration required. Classes limited to 15 and masks and social distancing required. Register here.
Full Moon Forest Bathing
Slow Down. Awaken your senses. Bear witness to yourself and all beings. Join our certified guide for a reflection in nature. Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, a Forest Bathing walk has been scientifically proven to boost immune strength, reduce stress, and improve cognitive functioning. Forest Bathing also offers us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world. Online advance registration required. Class is limited to 15, masks and social distancing are required. Register here.
Forest Bathing
Take time Saturday morning to awaken your senses to yourself and all beings. with a Forest Bathing walk. Inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, the walk has been scientifically proven to boost immune strength, reduce stress, and improve cognitive functioning. Forest Bathing also offers us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world. Online advance registration required. Class is limited to 15, masks and social distancing are required. Register here.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a martial art based on the theory of an ancient classic called “I Ching”. Kinetic Tai Chi is created by Master Chien based on this foundation coupling with contemporary Physics of potential & kinetic energy. The training sessions include striking, throwing & submission techniques. There are 10 levels of form to advance. Combining this advanced physical routine with Tai Chi’s rich thinking, students will benefit lifelong health, achieve mental superiority and enjoy high level combat skills. Register here.
Sound Bath
A sound bath is meditative experience where participants are ‘bathed’ in sound waves through the use of deeply resonant acoustic instruments like singing bowls and gongs. During a sound bath session, participants can experience a sense of awe at the sheer physicality of the singing bowls’ acoustic resonance, leading to a gradual release of tension and a meditative state of mind. Register here.
