If better fitness is one of your New Year’s resolutions, come to the Monmouth County Library for free exercise classes and more!
In January, Library Headquarters will once again host the popular T’ai Chi Chih classes led by instructor Dan Pienciak, the Colts Neck Library will hold Nia classes, and children can get into the fitness scene with a Mygym session at Howell township Library.
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And makeup artist Josie Vega returns with makeup tips to update your looks for 2012!
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The programs are as follows:
Move-It Monday: T'ai Chi Chih
7 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 9, 23 and 30; Feb. 6 and 27
Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan 07726
732-431-7222
Come and participate in this meditative form of exercise, associated with both spiritual and health benefits. The program runs for 90 minutes.
T’ai Chi Chih® consists of 19 stand-alone movements and one pose. T’ai Chi Chih doesn’t require a particular level of physical fitness or coordination.
Instructor Dan Pienciak has been practicing T’ai Chi Chih since 1995 and became an accredited instructor in 1997.
Mygym Program
4:15 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18
Howell Township Library, 318 Old Tavern Road, Howell 07731
732-938-2300
Exercise to gain strength, balance, coordination, agility, flexibility and social skills. Presented by Christine Faber, Director of Mygym Children's Fitness Center in Howell.
New Year, New You/Easy Beauty Resolutions for 2012
7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26
Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan 07726
732-431-7222
Makeup artist Josie Vega will demonstrate 7 ways to update your look during this 90-minute workshop. Learn the proper colors for you and best ways to apply them. Josie Vega is a licensed cosmetologist with 27 years experience in the beauty industry. Space is limited, please register at library or call 732-431-7222.
Exercise at Colts Neck: Nia
7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26
Colts Neck Library, 1 Winthrop Drive, Colts Neck 07722
732-431-5656
Nia combines movement and practices from Yoga, Tai Chi, Akkido, Jazz and similar activities. Nia movements can be customized for the individual's needs, fitness and agility. It offers cardiovascular conditioning and no prior training is required. This class will be taught by Meredith Amato, a certified Nia instructor.
Anyone aged 15 or older are invited to attend this event, however, registration is required. Please stop by or call the library at 732-431-5656.
