Students will need to wear comfortable (exercise) clothing with a good pair of cross training shoes. Course will train all muscle groups. You will see a difference after 8 lessons. Held off campus. Ages 13 and up.

Instructor: Rebecca Landry and Assistant Instructors
Sessions:8
Fee: $50
Course: #21752
Option 1: June 23 - July 16, Mon from 6 - 7 pm, and Wed from 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Option 2: July 21 - Aug 13, Mon from 6 - 7 pm, and Wed from 6:30 - 7:30 pm

The body has an energetic system as well as a physical anatomy. This energetic system has power centers, also known as Chakras. In this class we will learn what the seven major chakras are and how they function and correspond to our physical, emotional, and spiritual well being. We will explore techniques of working with the chakras and how to integrate their benefits into our daily lives.

Instructor: Shannon Sonnier, Registered Yoga Instructor
Sessions: 5
Fee: $50
Course: #21831
Date/Time: June 21 - July 26 (No class 7/5), Sat, 10:30 am - 12 noon

Improve and enrich your life with Reiki! Discover the benefits of Reiki, an ancient, hands-on healing system. Reiki can be used to alleviate stress, promote relaxation, and enhance well being and healing on physical, emotional and spiritual levels. This course will focus on Level I Reiki of the non-traditional style with previews of the second and third levels. Attunements will be offered and certificates given.You will be a Level I Reiki practitioner upon completing the course. Ages 15 - adult.

Instructors: Reiki Master Phillip Higginbotham
Sessions: 4
Fee: $81
Course: #21566
Date/Time: June 14 - July 12 (No class 7/5), Sat, 10 am - 12 noon

Continue to explore your unfolding life’s journey with the Second Level of Reiki. This course will help you to focus on the Second Degree non-traditional style of this ancient healing art. With an emphasis on well being, Reiki - Level II provides the means to create and maintain balance and harmony within our lives. Attunements will be offered and certificates given. You will become a Level II Reiki practitioner upon completing the course. Completion of Reiki - Level I required. Book is recommended, but not required. Ages 15 - adult.

Instructor: Reiki Master Emily Hallinan
Sessions: 4
Fee: $81
Course: #21572
Date/Time: May 17 - June 7, Sat, 10 am - 12 noon

Become a Reiki Master. Building on Reiki 1 and 2, Level 3 completes the balance of body, mind and spirit as expressed in nontraditional style Reiki. In this course we will explore the practice and teaching methods of Reiki at the Master level as well as the continuing flowering of our innermost consciousness. Attunements will be offered and certificates given. Completion of Reiki Level 1 and 2 required. Instructor: Reiki Master Phillip Higginbotham. Book recommended but not required. Ages 15 - adult.

Instructor: Reiki Master Philip Higginbotham
Sessions: 4
Fee: $81
Course: #21587
Date/Time: July 19 - Aug 9, Sat,10 am - 12 noon

Yoga is a gentle non-aerobic method to help you tone and strengthen, and increase flexibility and balance. It also brings about a sense of calmness and relaxation. This is a beginning to intermediate class. Come with a mat or thick cotton towel, wear comfortable clothes and prepare to experience the benefits for yourself.

Instructor: Artie Simon, over 15 years combined experience in the fields of dance, yoga and massage.
Sessions: 8
Fee: $62
Course: #20952
Date/Time: June 3 - 26, Tues & Thurs, 6:45 - 8 pm
FULL – Please call 482-6386 or email potpourri@louisiana.edu to be placed on the waiting list.

This course is for anyone who is looking for a gentle workout. We focus on beginner ballet exercises that benefit all of your core muscle groups and lengthen all muscle groups. Reap the benefits of a professional dancer’s body by feeling better and looking better. This workout involves no jumping, pounding, or aerobics and provides less stress on the joints. No prior ballet experience is necessary. Students should wear stretchy comfortable clothing. Held off campus. Ages 13 and up.

Instructor: Rebecca Landry and Assistant Instructors
Sessions: 8
Fee: $40
Course: 21753
Option 1: June 24 - July 17, Tues & Thurs, 6 - 7 pm
Option 2: July 22 - Aug 14, Tues & Thurs, 6 - 7 pm

This is the first of a series of four classes that will teach the entire traditional Yang T'ai Chi 108-movement long form. The traditional long form has been the mainstay of Yang T'ai Chi practice for centuries. Performing the long form imparts even greater health benefit than practicing the shorter forms. Previous experience in T'ai Chi is a prerequisite for the class.

Instructor: Manny Fuentes,clinical exercise physiologist and co-author of “T’ai Chi for Dummies.”
Sessions: 6
Fee: $62
Course: #21340
Date/Time: June 3 - July 8, Tues,6 - 7:30 pm

T’ai Chi is practiced by millions of people around the world for its physical and mental health benefits. Often referred to as “moving meditation,” the slow, flowing movements of T’ai Chi enhance circulation, improve balance and coordination, and facilitate relaxation. This course will introduce participants to the foundations of T’ai Chi practice. The basics of meditation, posture, and movement will be taught as well as a number of techniques taken from traditional Yang style T’ai Chi. The course is suitable for persons of all ages, and no previous T’ai Chi experience is required.

Instructor: Manny Fuentes,clinical exercise physiologist and co-author of “T’ai Chi for
Dummies.”
Sessions: 6
Fee: $62
Course: #21768
Date/Time: July 22 - Aug 26, Tues, 6 - 7:30 pm

Improve your skills to stand up for yourself and ask for what you want! You will learn how to say no (and yes), when you really want to. Learn techniques to improve your personal relationships, work and self-confidence. We will role play situations so that you can have a “ hands on” rehearsal and feel more confident in your abilities.

Instructor: Claudia Trevithick,LPC,LMFT
Sessions: 2
Fee: $30
Course: #21859
Date/Time: June 11 & 18, Wed, 7 - 8:30 pm