The focus is on concentration, breathing, alignment, weight-shifting and relaxation-all in the present moment. It is based on the ancient Taoist concept of yin and yang, or the pursuit of balance in all things, starting with one's own body-mind-spirit. T'ai Chi is said to increase flow and quality of energy throughout the body; it is excellent for helping to decrease fatigue, and, with practice, it can increase flexibility and balance, decrease pain with such conditions as migraine headaches, back problems, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and fibromyalgia.

Sessions are held at Fourth Presbyterian Church - 126 E. Chestnut St.
5:00-6:00 p.m.
Thursdays, beginning September 9, 12-week session ends on December 9, 2010.
(No class session on Thanksgiving Day and one other date to be announced).

Cost: $130.00 for 12-sessions
Registration is required.
To register and for more information, call the T'ai Chi InfoLine at 312-787-2729, ext. 388.

This class is a health and wellness initative sponsored by Chicago Lights Center for Whole Health, a community outreach program at Fourth Presbyterian Church.

Nia empowers people to make their own movement choices by offering a flexible structure that you can personally modify to suit your own needs. The Nia blueprint is practical, experiential, and focuses on internal guidance to change and develop awareness. Nia is adaptable to every fitness level and every age.

Sessions are held:
Wednesday and Fridays
September 22, 2010 - December 17, 2010
(drop-in classes are currently being held every Wed and Friday thru Sept 17)
Designated room at Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E. Chestnut St., 60611
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Please arrive promptly at 10:00 am. for registration and check-in.
Movement begins at 10:15 a.m.
There are no classes during the week of Thanksgiving.

Registration Required
24 classes are $200 (Wed and Fri for 12 weeks)
18 Classes are $170 (18 classes on any combination of Wednesdays and Fridays)
10 classes are $120 classes (10 classes on any combination of Wednesdays and Fridays)
5 classes for $65 (5 classes on any combination of Wednesdays and Fridays)
Drop-ins welcome at $15 per individual session.

For more information and to register for regular class or Splash Out!, visit www.NiaChicago.com
or call the Nia Class InfoLine at 312-787-2729, ext. 371.

Splash Out! A Nia Community Class
Splash Out! are Saturday community classes scheduled one Saturday a month at Fourth Presbyterian Church, 10:00-11:00 a.m., in Anderson Hall. Suggested donation is $5.00. Registration is required.
August 15, 2010
September 25, 2010
October 30, 2010
November 13, 2010
December 18, 2010 (donate new winter socks and/or tennis shoes in good condition for women at Deborah's Place.)

About the Nia Instructors
Anne Pringle Burnell is a certified Nia Brown Belt instructor, and is certified by the Aerobics & Fitness Association of America, the American Council on Exercise, Stott Pilatesª, the Aquatics Exercise Association, and is a faculty education provider for both AFAA and ACE. Anne is also the founder of the Stronger Seniors¨ Workout Program and Peyow¨ Aqua Pilates.

Jamie Klausing is a Black Belt Nia Instructor and has been teaching Nia for over 8 years. Jamie studied various dance forms including Modern Dance, Jazz, and Tap for 10 years. Jamie's creative, gentle approach to teaching and movement encourages and empowers students to express their own individuality to experience personal growth as well as reach their fitness goals.