Mindful Self-Compassion Short Course: January 24 – March 14
A moment of self-compassion can change your entire day. A string of such moments can change the course of your life. Christopher Germer, Ph.D. About The Mindful Self-Compassion Short Course is designed to nurture self-awareness and self-compassion, thereby assisting adults in navigating their daily hurdles with greater ease. Research demonstrates that self-compassion significantly enhances emotional
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Tai Chi for Beginners: 10-Session Series (Jan. 27-April 14, 2025)
Jan. 27, 2025 - April 14, 2025
Overview Tai Chi can be good for your health – whether you are just beginning an exercise program, are restricted by a medical condition, or are in peak physical health. This low-impact exercise is often combined with Qigong to increase vital energy and help the body heal itself. Tai Chi has been shown to improve
M 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.
Acupressure for Labor Pain and After Delivery Care 2025
Integrative, non-pharmacologic approaches to care Acupressure can be used to support labor pain, breastfeeding and to promote the overall health and wellness of a new mom during the first days after birth. Join us for a 60-minute instructor-led-group (Zoom) acupressure class designed by an experienced licensed acupuncturist from the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute to
Feb. 13, 2025 - Dec. 11, 2025
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR): March 4-April 29, 2025
Created by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is the most widely researched mindfulness intervention in the world. MBSR allows you to cultivate a different relationship between you and the things that challenge you in your life. Most of us are in “auto-pilot” much of the day
Tu 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
8-Week Series: March 04, 2025 - April 29, 2025
Artisan Bread Baking: March 6, 2025
March 06, 2025
Discover the art of breadmaking in our “Artisan Bread Baking” class. Learn the secrets to crafting airy sourdough bread, golden focaccia, and a rustic tomato bruschetta to complement your creations. Pair your breads with a flavorful spiced balsamic dipping oil, and as a bonus, leave with your very own sourdough starter to continue your bread-baking journey
Th 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Spice and Herbs Skill Building: March 11, 2025
March 11, 2025
Elevate your cooking with our “Spice and Herbs Skill Building” class. Explore the bold flavors of spices and herbs as you create crispy za’atar roasted chickpeas on a fresh herb salad, jerk-spiced chicken with beans and rice, and chai-spiced oatmeal breakfast cookies. Gain confidence in balancing flavors and using spices to transform everyday dishes into
Tu 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
The Art and Science of Tai Chi for Intermediates: March 18-May 13, 2025
Overview Join the UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute and Shin Lin, PhD, for an in-person and beginner-friendly Tai Chi class. This 8-week series will provide participants with an in-depth teaching of Tai Chi focused on strengthening muscles, tendons and bones; improving cardiovascular, respiratory and immune functions; enhancing mood, sleep, memory, cognition and brain
Tu 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
8-Week Series: March 18, 2025 - May 13, 2025
The Art and Science of Tai Chi for Beginners: March 18-May 13, 2025
Overview Join the UC Irvine Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute and Shin Lin, PhD, for an in-person and beginner-friendly Tai Chi class. This 8-week series will provide participants with an in-depth teaching of Tai Chi focused on strengthening muscles, tendons and bones; improving cardiovascular, respiratory and immune functions; enhancing mood, sleep, memory, cognition and brain
Tu 4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
8-Week Series: March 18, 2025 - May 13, 2025
Pupusa Workshop: March 20, 2025
March 20, 2025
Dive into the flavors of El Salvador in our “Pupusa Workshop.” Learn to make classic revueltas filled with pork, cheese, and refried beans, paired with tangy curtido (cabbage slaw) and vibrant salsa roja. End on a sweet note with empanadas de plátano, delicious plantain turnovers filled with creamy vanilla custard. This class is good for
Th 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Middle Eastern Favorites: March 25, 2025
March 25, 2025
In our “Middle Eastern Favorites” cooking class, discover the bold flavors and aromatic spices that define this region as you learn to make tender stuffed grape leaves (dolmas), vibrant tabbouleh salad, and succulent chicken shawarma served with hearty mujadara lentils and rice topped with caramelized onions. End the experience with a sweet indulgence—flaky pistachio and
Tu 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
