PROGRAMS, CLASSES, AND EVENTS
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Updates/Cancellations
Dear RSF Senior Center Family,
With so much uncertainty surrounding Coronavirus (COVID-19), the RSF Senior Center is erring on the side of caution. All in-person programs and classes, effective immediately, are canceled pending further notice. We will keep you updated when classes will resume, and when special programs can be rescheduled.
Please enjoy our current offerings of online classes listed below!
In good health,
Terrie and Lizzy
Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center
(858) 756-3041
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 “Covid 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 lizzy@rsfseniors.org
Virtual Live Sessions
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 and is passionate about working with every age, size, shape, and ability who has the desire to find their way to yoga and to a healthier, happier life. This class will teach you ways in which you can reduce stress, improve well-being, and improve your strength and flexibility. Appropriate modifications are provided for students.
Class occurs weekly
Sundays at 9 AM: Please note-- Sunday's class begins with standing and balancing for the first 30 minutes and then the option for floor or chair yoga.
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 AM: Chair Yoga.
Please click here to join LIVE sessions on Zoom using the Meeting ID: 433 206 1981 Password: YOGAWPEG. These classes are provided complimentary.
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. Class occurs weekly on Mondays from 10 AM - 11 AM. Please click here to join LIVE sessions via your computer, or dial in by calling (669) 900-6833 and using the Meeting ID: 987 8941 2302. These classes are provided complimentary.
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.
Class occurs weekly on Thursdays at 2:30 PM. Please click here to join LIVE sessions on Zoom or dial in using the following phone number:
(669) 900-6833 using the Password: memory and the following
Meeting ID: 875 2853 5333. These classes are provided complimentary.
Tai Chi - Meditation
with Chris Capistran, CES
Join Chris Capistran, Sports Medicine Trainer, for guided simple Chi movements and breathing to increase energy, balance, and strength. This class will help you to improve your mind, body, and spirit. Class occurs on Saturdays, October 10th to 24th, 2020 from 9:15 AM - 9:45 AM. Please click here to join LIVE sessions via your computer using the Meeting ID: 581 284 0476 and using the Password: Taichi. These classes are provided complimentary.
On Demand Programs
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
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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.