Exercise is essential for good health and is even more important for people with arthritis. If you looking for a way to reduce pain and stiffness of the joints and keep bones and muscles healthy in your body, Tai Chi for arthritis can provide a gentle form of exercise involving a series of movements performed in a slow, focused way.

The Tai Chi for Arthritis program, designed by Dr. Paul Lam, is based on Sun-style Tai Chi. It has been shown to reduce inflammation, improve flexibility, reduce pain and promote a sense of wellbeing. It is easily adapted for all levels of ability. Join Crosby Wellness Center Tai Chi Instructor Dawn Marie for an introductory class to learn about this style of Tai Chi and how it can help your daily life with calm and renewed energy.

Tai Chi can:

• Lower your blood pressure and cholesterol,
• Improve your balance and reflexes through increased proprioception,
• Control your oxygen and carbon dioxide balance as well as your blood PH through breath work,
• Increase range of motion,
• Improve posture,
• And provide an overall sense of calm in your life.

Special Instructions: Equipment needed: Yoga Mat and comfortable clothing. Yoga blocks and towels will be provided.

This class is presented by Dawn Marzlock and hosted by the Winter Park Health Foundation.

About the Program Presenter

Dawn Marie has been a certified Hatha Yoga instructor for 20 years. Fifteen of those years she has been on staff teaching various programs on yoga, balance and meditation at the Crosby Wellness Center. Her practice is gentle for all ages with modifications and a tailored approach for each student. She has brought yoga into the community in Orange County Public Schools, fitness centers, and on local television and in DVDs; Dawn authored the book ‘Jungle Yoga A to Z,’ as well. Her classes are creative, fun, relaxing and never the same. Her most recent endeavor is her company, Transformative Solutions, which allows her to bring yoga onsite for corporate employees to enjoy.