ICC Classes and Workshops

A wide range of classes and educational workshops for promoting health and mind-body-spirit healing are offered at the ICC, including:   

Group Studio Classes
All group classes are held in the Integrative Care Center Fitness studio. Each class is limited to 5-10 people per 12 week session.

• Running Series with Scott Siverling (New Class!)
  This running prep program will be offered in three 6-week phases:
     Part 1: Marathon Training-Preparation
     (6-week series starting June 11th, 2012)
     Part 2: Marathon Training-Taer and Stay Strong
     (6-week series starting Sept 2012) 
     Part 3: Marathon Recovery and Recuperation
     (6-week series starting Nov 2012)
  In Part 1, participants/runners will be educated in the necessities of a strong and flexible body and core foundation to properly support the rigors of training for a marathon. A regular core and leg strengthening routine will be taught along with stretching, yoga and Pilates techniques meant to improve form and prevent injury.
• Pilates Mat with Sarah Faller and Jackie Herbach
  Pilates mat exercises improve overall strength and flexibility. Emphasizing proper alignment, these exercises will help you to move with greater ease and feel rejuvenated. Enjoy the other activities in your life with increased energy, vitality and comfort. This class is not recommended for persons with recent musculoskeletal injuries. You must be able to get onto and off the floor comfortably to participate in the class.
• OsteoFitness with Betty Chow
  OsteoFitness is designed specifically for individuals with osteoporosis or osteopenia (low bone mass). The classes follow the HSS Rehabilitation Department's 5-Point Program, focusing on posture, flexibility, strengthening, weight bearing and balance. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothers. **Must have MD consent & physical therapy evaluation
• T'ai Chi Chih® with Carolyn Hales Perkins
  This class is suitable for beginners as well as former students who wish to keep up their practice of T'ai Chi Chih. Practiced as a moving meditation, gentle warm-ups and flowing movements assist in promoting circulation and balance of the body's vital energy (Chi) as well as allowing participants to experience a sense of relaxation, heightened energy and overall well-being.
• T'ai Chi for Better Balance with Carolyn Hales Perkins
  This class offers the participant a specially designed program of simple movements in order to decrease the risk of falls by strengthening and improving balance. Adapted from Qigong and T'ai Chi forms, walking and chair exercises are incorporated so that participants may be able to utilize selected postures at home in addition to class. **Must have MD Consent
• Therapeutic Yoga with Eve Delacharte
  Therapeutic Yoga utilizes a combination of restorative postures, gentle yoga, and breath work to enhance wellness.  Participants will learn to use breath to explore posture, alignment, and mental state.  You will additionally work to strengthen your "core muscle."  You will leave with an enhanced sense of balance in both the body and the mind.
• Pilates Semi-Private Equipment Classes
  These small group classes of 3-4 participants take place in our Pilates Studio and utilize the highly specialized Pilates equipment. 
• Pilates for Healthy Back with Steven Fetherhuff,
  Aija Paegle, and Jackie Herbach
  The Pilates studio can be highly therapeutic. The use of spring resistance helps support the spine while simultaneously strengthening the core. This class is appropriate for those suffering from chronic back pain/soreness and not for those with recent musculoskeletal injuries.  **Must have MD Consent.
• Pilates for Better Bones with Steven Fetherhuff
  Pilates for Better Bones is a specifically designed workshop series for those diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis. Focus will be on bone building exercises within the Pilates repertoire, which also improves core strength, balance and flexibility. A course manual will be provided containing pertinent information such as an overview of condition, contraindicated movements and home exercise program. **Must have MD consent & physical therapy evaluation