Would you like to feel energized and be ready for the challenges you face every day? In this new workshop you’ll learn about energy balancing and experience gentle physical stretches and movements that help your body deal with stress and emotional challenges. Daily practice of energy balancing can keep you cheerful, receptive, alert and self-loving by keeping your body’s energy moving in the right direction. If you’d like to feel better and be better, then you won’t want to miss this workshop with one of our favorite instructors. Please wear comfortable clothing.

HOLV C10A-43 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursday • 2/4/10 • 6-9 pm
Instructor: J. Stansbury
Fee: $19

Do you believe in magick? Join us to take a journey through eclectic magick, a balanced combination of many belief systems—Spiritualism, Wicca, and Paganism. Each week you’ll explore aspects of magik such as altars and their uses, the energy of the god and goddess, the history of the pendulum and how to make one, candle magick, talismans, using the moon cycles and crystals. Discover rituals related to Theban script, using earth’s energy and the four elements, and create an angel board. If you’re ready to expand your awareness and explore new perspectives then we invite you to join us for this new class.

HOLV C10A-44 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Tuesdays • 2/9/10-3/3/10 • 6-8 pm
Instructor: C. Ray
Fee: $49 (includes materials)

Can it really be that easy to manifest our heart’s desires? Our whole lives we have built up walls of emotion, protection and fear, seen and unseen, known and unknown around our hearts, and yet we rarely give these a thought when making important life decisions or even simple daily choices. In this interactive workshop you will learn, and even experience, how to identify what walls exist around your heart. You will also learn how to break through the ones that no longer serve you and be able to make clearer decisions. Once you take this class, you will be amazed at how easy it is to manifest your heart's desires!

HOLV C10A-42 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Wednesday • 2/10/10 • 6-8:30 pm
Instructor: p. Nahikian
Fee: $19

Are you ready to feel better, together? In this popular class you and your partner will learn massage techniques for the head, neck, shoulders, and feet that will encourage complete and total relaxation, as well as energize your immune system for increased health and well being. Please wear loose-fitting clothing. Your instructors are Larry & Becky Porter, certified massage therapists. Class size limited to 6 partners (12 individuals) so register early.

MASG C10A- 35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursday • 2/11/10 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Instructor: B. Porter
Fee: $49

Yes, those little animals on the Chinese restaurant place mats really do mean something! While the Chinese don't actually use the animals we refer to, they do acknowledge a set of attributes a person expresses that are assigned based on time. In this class, you will learn why the month of the year actually defines more about you than the year you were born and how even the year you refer to on those place mats might be erroneous based on the month of your birth. Whether you use the information to gain insight into your own personal characteristics or as a quick party game to quickly assess those around you, this is a fun and engaging introduction the world of Chinese Astrology. Come see if you can identify the "animal" in you!

HOLV C10A-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Monday • 2/15/10 • 6-8 pm
Instructor: J. Crapo
Fee: $19

Imagine stepping on a tack. Your whole body reacts because of something perceived by the foot. Reflexology is a natural healing art that is based on the principle that there are reflexes in our feet and hands which correspond to every part of the body. Join Becky Porter, certified massage therapist, to learn the basic massage and reflexology techniques that will help heal and relax you. During this hands-on class you will learn the basics of reflexology and the reflex points on the hands and feet. Reflexology is an ancient holistic healing technique that can help reduce stress, improve circulation and help relieve discomfort. You can benefit from this fun and informative class—and so will your hands and feet! Your fee includes a handy reference chart to make this an easy-to-do process at home.
NOTE: Class will be held at the Holistic Health Center, 181 North Avenue, Battle Creek.

LFIT C89A-37 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursday • 2/18/10 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Instructor: B. Porter
Fee: $25 (includes materials)

We all know how soothing a cool hand feels on a feverish forehead and in this new class you’ll explore a variety of healing touch therapies such as therapeutic touch, polarity, craniosacral therapy, and Reiki. Discover how engaging a calm and gently centered mental focus to your sense of touch can create a full palette of distinctive experience. You’ll learn why the quality and quantity of touch is important to our development as human beings throughout our lives, plus you’ll practice a variety of self-care and partner techniques that will demonstrate the power of touch in healing. NOTE: Class will be held at the Holistic Health Center, 181 North Avenue, Battle Creek.

MASG C10A-36 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursday • 2/25/10 • 6:30-8:30 pm
Instructor: B. Porter
Fee: $19

Would you like to know more about using food instead of medicine to restore and protect your health? Join us to discover the components of a healthy and healing diet; plus, we’ll explore the health risks of three food factors—MSG, trans fats and aspartame—and help you find ways to reduce or eliminate them from your diet. After this eye-opening class you’ll be able to take control of your health with your very next meal!

PDEV C11A-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Tuesday • 3/2/10 • 6-8 pm
Instructor: S. Byers
Fee: $19

Everyone has psychic ability, but often we only access it in bits and flashes. In this new class you’ll discover specific techniques that will expand your awareness of your own psychic language along with exercises you can do at home to heighten and strengthen your sensitivity to these gifts. You’ll discover the importance of grounding and how to do it, as well as several ways you can protect your personal space to keep you in control of your psychic experiences.

HOLV C10A-40 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Wednesday • 3/10/10 • 6-8:30 pm
Instructor: P. Nahikian
Fee: $19

Are you ready to explore a divination tool with a rich and interesting history? There are three kinds of rune stones and to draw upon their mystical power you must explore their natural origins. In this new class you will come to better understand the true purpose of the rune stones and how to cast and read them. Plus, you’ll make your own set of rune stones complete with a bag and a guide to interpret them. Some say the Runes are a source of power and protection from the ancient gods, join us to learn the stories and practice this ancient art of divination.

HOLV C10A-38 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursday • 3/11/10 • 6-8 pm
Instructor: C. Ray
Fee: $25 (includes materials)

Treat yourself to the relaxation experience of a lifetime! Hatha Yoga is a gentle approach to health, integrating body/mind/spirit while releasing accumulated stress and tension. You will experience pre-yoga warm-ups, yoga postures, meditation, and breathing exercises. Learn to elicit the relaxation response and incorporate yoga into your daily life. Benefits include better energy, flexibility, strength, balance, stress release and immune system response. Wear loose fitting clothing to class and bring a blanket and pillow. Instructor Becky Porter has practiced yoga for many years and she’s ready to help you relax, increase your flexibility and ease all your stress away.
NOTE: Class will be held at the Holistic Health Center, 181 North Avenue, Battle Creek.

YOGA C89B-38 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursdays • 3/11/10-3/25/10 • 6:30-8 pm
Instructor: B. Porter
Fee: $39

If you’ve always laughed under your breath when people say they meditate, then this is a class you won’t want to miss. There are definite benefits to having a meditative practice—both physical and mental. However, if the whole idea makes you a little uncomfortable, we are here to dispel some of the myths (you don’t need to sit crosslegged and say ooommm) and explore a variety of approaches you can take to make yourself feel better, more relaxed and ready to take on the hallenges of your busy life. We won’t show you “how” in the class, but we will answer the “why” and give you some tips to discover what works best for you so you can gain the benefits of meditation without feeling silly.

HOLV C10A-37 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Tuesday • 3/16/10 • 6-8 pm
Instructor: E. Neumeyer
Fee: $19

According to the National Sleep Foundation, the average American gets six hours and 40 minutes of sleep a night; isn’t it ironic that at night, when you let go of reality, your dreams try to awaken you to what you are overlooking in your life? Join us to learn how to remember and document your dreams. Then we’ll look at the meaning of your dreams and how you can use the information your subconscious presents to you during your sleeping hours to improve your health, relationships and career, and deepen your spirituality. Dreams are the language of the soul; what are yours telling you?

HOLV C10A-39 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Tuesday • 4/13/10 • 6-8 pm
Instructor: C. Ray
Fee: $25

Have you ever watched Syliva Browne, the psychic, on TV or read one of her books? She says that we all have spirit guides; highly evolved spirits who will serve us, but will never assist without being asked. Are you ready to ask your guides for help? In this unique workshop you will discover how you can connect to your individual spirit guides. You’ll discuss the idea of spirit guides and learn what you might expect in your first meeting. Then, after entering a relaxed state you’ll experience a guided meditation that will introduce you to your spirit guide. Your guides will never lead you astray or cause you to do anything negative or destructive, there is no danger in this introduction. Please bring a pillow and blanket for your comfort during the guided meditation.

HOLV C10A-41 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Wednesday • 4/14/10 • 6-8 pm
Instructor: P. Nahikian
Fee: $19

Are you feeling stressed? Having trouble sleeping? Midlife is a time of transition for women and sometimes it feels like our body has become the enemy. In this new class you will explore the changing nutritional, rest and exercise needs of women at this time of life. You will practice restorative yoga postures to reduce stress and enhance your sleep cycles. Plus, we’ll have a frank discussion about the physical changes you may be experiencing along with the most recent information regarding foods that support your vital energy, exercises to help keep your energy up, and other topics related to this important time of change in your life.
NOTE: Class is held at the Holistic Health Center, 181 North Ave., Battle Creek.

YOGA C89B-37 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursdays • 4/15/10-4/29/10 • 6:30-8 pm
Instructor: B. Porter
Fee: $29

There are many books and magazine articles dedicated to the topic of Feng Shui but very few that touch on what the traditional practice of Feng Shui was/is really about. This class will be an overview to dispel much of the misinformation and misunderstanding out there today. While each case is an individual case, there are some things that can be done by anyone to help create harmony in your home or work place. This class will be very interactive and is meant to answer your questions about what Feng Shui is and what it can do.

HOLV C10A-36 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Monday • 4/19/10 • 6-8 pm
Instructor: J. Crapo
Fee: $19

It’s one of the most difficult experiences we may ever have to face—the impending death from a terminal illness or the sudden loss of a loved one. Grief is a natural reaction to this situation, and in this new class you’ll learn the various ways to cope with the extreme stress associated with death, or to help someone you care about cope with their loss and grief. Join us to break the taboo around this topic and explore how we can prepare for death—practically, spiritually, emotionally, and psychologically.

PDEV C10A-35 — Use this course number to register (click here).
Thursday • 4/29/10 • 6-8:30 pm
Instructor: S. Kelly
Fee: $25