The benefits of physical activity and play for young children — especially infants, toddlers and kids under age 5 — are well chronicled. It’s good for physical and emotional development, builds confidence and, when done in group settings, fosters socialization with other … [Read more...] about Physical Activity is Critical for Young Kids
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Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention
Tai Chi for Arthritis is a proven and enriched program created by Dr. Paul Lam, a Tai Chi expert and world leader in the field of Tai Chi for Health programs. Medical studies confirm Tai Chi for Arthritis relieves pain, reduces falls and improves quality of life. Tai Chi for … [Read more...] about Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention
Summer Tai Chi Classes at NEW Health Essex!
Tai Chi can help you enjoy all of the summer activities you love! Tai Chi is sometimes referred to as "moving meditation", combining slow movements with controlled breathing. Research based benefits of Tai Chi include safely improving balance, strength, and flexibility as well … [Read more...] about Summer Tai Chi Classes at NEW Health Essex!
Update: Creative Movement, Dance and Play
Seems like this is the time of year when we’re all getting a little stir crazy, but Westport resident Scott Gibbs and Keene resident Betsey Thomas-Train have come up with a perfect treatment for cabin fever.(Colin Wells, Denpubs.com) Creative Movement, Dance and … [Read more...] about Update: Creative Movement, Dance and Play
Whallonsburg Grange: Creative Movement, Dance and Play
Beginning Thursday, March 14 Creative Movement, Dance and Play 6-week series for adults 6:00-7:30pm Tired of getting up and marching through the day with the same habitual, routinized movements? Are you feeling a bit out of sorts and restless, your body yearning for … [Read more...] about Whallonsburg Grange: Creative Movement, Dance and Play