Programs Direct to Your Inbox!
Music Appreciation
with Randy Malin
Do you love music? If you miss Randy Malin’s popular Music Appreciation class, you can have a weekly class delivered directly to your inbox. Randy’s “Concert Series” offers intriguing tidbits of historical information that helps to bring the music alive, along with a link to a beautiful concert that you can enjoy at your leisure. To be added to the Music Appreciation class list, please email info@rsfseniors.org
Virtual Live Sessions
Balance & Movement with Tai Chi
with Mordy Levine
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Learn & practice easy movements to improve balance and reduce risk of falling.
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Learn basic forms of Tai Chi.
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Emphasis is on posture, balance, muscle relaxation & breathing.
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Develop stability & coordination and gain confidence.
Tuesdays at 9:00 am
Saturdays at 10:00 am
For FREE classes, please email info@balanceandmovement.com for Zoom link access, or with any questions.
Chair Yoga with Tai Chi
with Mordy Levine
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Enjoy all the benefits and fun of yoga sitting in your chair!
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Breathe, smile and flow with the instructor so you can improve your flexibility, breathing, strength and mental health - all from Chair Yoga.
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Tai Chi is part of the class, so you get the best of both worlds!!
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A wonderful class for beginners, experienced, seniors or anyone recovering from an injury.
Mondays at 9:00 am
Wednesdays at 10:00 am
For FREE classes, please email info@balanceandmovement.com for Zoom link access, or with any questions.
Need help on Zoom? They can help. Let them know 1-2 days prior to class time and they will set a time to help you.
Chair Yoga
with Peggie Moore
Peggie Moore, is a certified Yoga Instructor (RYT500), Reiki Master, and has also received her certification as a BEWELL Yoga for Cancer teacher. Peggie has practiced yoga her entire adult life. She is passionate about working with students of every age, size, shape, and ability who has the desire to find their way to yoga and to a healthier, happier life. Appropriate modifications are provided for students. These classes are provided complimentary.
Ongoing Weekly Classes
Sundays and Tuesdays at 9:00AM
Please click here to join LIVE sessions on Zoom use
Meeting ID: 433 206 1981 Password: YOGAWPEG.
Guided Meditation
with Lizzy Weiss
Benefits of meditation include:
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Stress management
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Anxiety reduction
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Feeling of inner peace
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Improved sleep
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Decrease in blood pressure
Join Chopra Center Certified Instructor, Lizzy Weiss
for a guided meditation and discussion session.
Ongoing Weekly Class
Mondays from 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Please email kindredologie@gmail.com to register. Zoom link will be provided upon registration. The first class is free.
$20 per month paid to the instructor.
Memory Alive!
with Lisa Randall, MS
Join Lisa Randall, Memory Educator, for a free weekly interactive class. The hour-long sessions will discuss the fundamentals of building a memorable lifestyle. They will include both memory strengthening exercises along with lifestyle-based strategies for your best memory. Anyone at any age can take steps towards their best memory! All are invited to attend. These classes are provided complimentary.
Ongoing Weekly Class
Thursdays at 1:30 PM
Memory Alive! Advanced Series
Please click here to join LIVE sessions on Zoom and use the Password: memory and the following Meeting ID: 875 2853 5333 or dial in by calling (669) 900-6833.
On Demand Programs
Stage 1
Good Eating Habits
Presented by: Joseph Weiss, MD
This program presented by, Joseph Weiss, MD, Clinical Professor of Medicine at UCSD, offers a colorful, engaging, and informative overview of healthy eating habits for
optimal nutrition and well-being.
Thank you to Villa Lorena Senior Living for sponsoring this program.
A Celebration of Holiday Humor
Presented by: Richard Lederer, PhD
Richard Lederer, PhD, Author, Union-Tribune language columnist, and International Punster of the Year will offer a program of history, lore, jokes, puns, and funny verse about Christmas.
President's Day
Presented by: Richard Lederer, PhD
Richard Lederer, PhD, Union-Tribune language columnist, and frequent RSF Senior Center presenter will uncover a treasury of fascinating facts about our American presidents. Enjoy Richard Lederer's presentation by clicking the play button in the above video.
Dizziness and Vertigo
with Kim Bell, DPT
Each year millions of people go to the doctor because of dizziness. Join Dr. Kim Bell, DPT to explore the multi-factorial causes of dizziness and vertigo, and discover strategies and tips to find relief.
Dr. Kim Bell, DPT specializes in assessment and treatment of vertigo, dizziness, imbalance, and unsteadiness in patients of all ages and provides house calls for private patients in San Diego County with these problems.
Dialogue: Speech That
Explains and Suggests
Presented by: Garrett Chaffin-Quiray, MFA
Professor at Palomar College
Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray will engage participants in an exploration of the topic of dialogue as illustrated by Ernest Hemingway's, "Hills Like White Elephants". Enjoy this presentation, by clicking the play button, in the above video.
Quick Tip to Boost Happiness, Resilience, and Lower Stress
with Marc Milstein, PhD
How to Paint a Still Life
with Alex Schaefer
Stage 2 (Clip 1)
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Stage 3 (Clip 1)
Stage 3 (Clip 2)
Stage 4 (Clip 1)
Stage 4 (Clip 2)
Emotions and Mental Health (Audio Only)
with Michele Downey, RN, LMFT
Michele Downey is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice in Carlsbad. As a Clinical Psychotherapist, she integrates her background and many years as a Registered Nurse, Master Addiction Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to provide the best care for her clients.
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GATE Method with accompanying handout (approximate length: 14 minutes)
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Feelings and Communication (approximate length: 14 minutes)
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Emotional Recovery Feelings Visualization (approximate length: 15 minutes)
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How to Deal with Difficult People (approximate length: 61 minutes)
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Fear (approximate length: 28 minutes)
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Anxiety Affirmations (approximate length: 13 minutes)
Art: How to Draw a Tiger
Instructed by: Jan O'Hara
Language and Laughter
Presented by: Richard Lederer, PhD
Richard Lederer, PhD, Union-Tribune language columnist and frequent RSF Senior Center presenter will tickle your funny bone with humor designed to brighten these uncertain days. Enjoy Language and Laughter, by clicking the play button, in the above video.
Maintaining Your Brain Health
Presented by: Amy Abrams, MSW/MPH
Alzheimer's San Diego
Join Amy Abrams, MSW/MPH, from Alzheimer’s San Diego, for this informative presentation. Aging well means taking care of your brain, as well as the rest of your body. Learn the risk factors for Alzheimer's Disease and other types of dementia, and what the latest research tells us about how to reduce your risk of cognitive decline through some simple lifestyle changes. Enjoy Maintaining Your Brain Health, by clicking the play button, in the above video.
Narrators: Direct Address or Omniscience?
Presented by: Garrett Chaffin-Quiray, MFA
Professor at Palomar College
Professor Garrett Chaffin-Quiray will engage participants in an exploration of the topic of narrators and their use of direct address or omniscience as illustrated by Penny Wolfson’s, "Moonrise". Enjoy this presentation, by clicking the play button, in the above video.