Cooking, Nutrition, Ukulele, Personal Training Classes and more...

Learning new habits can start at home! Join us for a variety of online classes focused on the mind, body, and spirit.

These classes are FREE and open to the community. Thanks to the support of our Y members, together we can all be healthy and connected. Interested in joining the Y, see how you can save $50 here.

Healthy Cooking with Heather

Grab the family and let's get cooking with registered dietitian, Heather Bessee!

Family Style!
Wednesday, September 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rainbow Banana Sushi, Apple Donuts & Mango Salsa are some of the fun, healthy, no cook/back, easy snacks you'll make with Heather during this 60 minute class for all ages. Download the ingredients list so you'll have everything you need:

Fall Prevention Workshop

Wednesday, September 23, 12:45-1:30pm

Join physical therapist, Michael Rounds for a discussion on fall prevention. Workshop will include prevention tips for around the home, outside of the home & other important information to assess and reduce the risk of falling. Michael will take you through some balance and stability exercises and you'll also have some time for questions at the end of the session.

Download this handout for exercises that will be done during the workshop.

Nutrition & Health Workshops

The YMCA of Honolulu is offering a series of five of their most popular nutrition workshops by renowned nutrition consultant and author Rita Madden MPH, RDN. Geared for families, adults and seniors, the free workshops will be live streamed via ZOOM.

October: Healthy Habits in the Home Thursday, October 1, 7:00-8:00pm Currently, many of us are staying home more often. In this session we discuss tips to work and/or virtually learn from the home while also cultivating an environment that supports daily health. Join us as we discuss such things as making exercise happen, creating balance with screen time and managing mindless munching. Free. Donation suggested.	Register »
November: Joyful Holiday Eating Thursday, November 5, 7:00-8:00pm People tend to put on a little weight during the holiday season. We also tend to throw off our healthy routines this time of year. This doesn’t need to be the case! In this workshop, the participant will walk away with practical strategies to manage weight and health during the holiday season, while still enjoying wonderful foods and moments of the season; all without feeling deprived. Free. Donation suggested.	Register »
December: Enjoying Every Bite Tuesday, December 1, 7:00-8:00pm Many feel powerless when it comes to controlling food portions. Participants will learn ways to control how much they eat at each setting, especially when it comes to the foods they love. Less truly does equal more. Free. Donation suggested.	Register »

Introductory Personal Training

Can you do personal training at home? YES!

Personal Training with Dominique

Dominique will take you through 30 minutes of exercises, guiding you through proper form & technique. Please make sure you have a set of gliders (or felt pieces/paper plates for gliding) and a kettlebell or 1 single weight for class. After class, you'll have 15 minutes to "ask a trainer" any health & wellness questions you might have. Each week will have a different area of focus!

Monday, September 21: Hips & Glutes, 6-6:45pm
Monday, September 28: Lower Body, 6-6:45pm

Blue Zones Workshop: Managing Stress in Stressful Times

The ways that life has changed for all of us over recent months can sometimes feel overwhelming. Knowing how to manage stress is crucial to staying mentally and physically able to navigate our work and relationships successfully and to minimize long-term health impacts. Join us to learn simple and enjoyable techniques for managing stress.

Thursday, September 24, 5:15pm - 6pm

Ukulele with Uncle Walt

Join Uncle Walt for ukulele practice. You'll play and practice together. Please download the music sheets and make sure to have them handy during class.

Monday, September 21, 11am - 11:45am
Monday, September 28, 11am - 11:45am

Virtual Book Club

October 2nd at 12:30pm
Our Windward Branch is hosting a virtual book club, open to the public. Join in as well be discussing, 28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand.

By the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Summer of '69: Their secret love affair has lasted for decades -- but this could be the summer that changes everything.

When Mallory Blessing's son, Link, receives deathbed instructions from his mother to call a number on a slip of paper in her desk drawer, he's not sure what to expect. But he certainly does not expect Jake McCloud to answer. Its the late spring of 2020 and Jake's wife, Ursula DeGournsey, is the front runner in the upcoming Presidential election.

There must be a mistake, Link thinks. How do Mallory and Jake know each other?

Additional Workshops Offered by Blue Zones Project

Tuesday, Sept 22nd - 9:00am (60 minutes) - Forest Bathing - LIMITED SPACE! Join us for virtual Green Walks, a guided forest therapy experience that you can do from a nearby green space of the comfort of your home. Our certified guide, Phyllis Look, will help you reconnect with your senses and the natural world around you. Each class has a limit of 30 participants. Also available: Sept 24th at 4:00pm, Sept 26th at 9:00am, Sept 29th at 9:00am
Tuesday, Sept 22nd - 12:00pm (60 minutes) - Hearty Advice Workshop with HMSA . Learn how your cardiovascular system works and get tips to improve your heart health.
Wednesday, Sept 30th - 11:45am (75 minutes) - Blue Zones Project Purpose Workshop. Do you know why you get out of bed in the morning? Unlock tips to help you find your reason for waking up in the morning. Knowing your purpose can add up to 7 good years to your life!
All of these workshops can be accessed via this site.

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