By Staff Reports
(Honolulu)- The following listings of community classes and resources are offered by Kaiser Permanente Hawaii during the month of April-June. All events are open to the public.
EXERCISE AND FITNESS
WHAT: Chairobics
If you’re looking for an exercise class but have difficulty walking, or are using an assistive device such as a cane, walker, or wheelchair, then join us for Chairobics. This class includes warm-ups, stretching, range-of-motion exercises and strength training with weights. Note: Written doctor’s authorization for this class is required. You must be capable of continuous exercise for 20–25 minutes. If you need physical assistance, please bring a caregiver to help you. Pre-registration is required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Monday–Thursday, 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Session A: May 8–June 19 (no class May 26 & June 11)
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Conference Room 1BC
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: $4 member, $5 nonmember
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WHAT: Dahn Yoga
Dahn Yoga is a Korean style mind-body practice that combines Ki energy training with modern techniques to maximize the brain’s functioning. Benefits of Dahn Yoga include increased flexibility and strength, reduced headaches & upper body tension, deeper sleep, better memory, peace of mind, and increased creativity. All fitness levels welcome. Pre-registration is required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Tuesdays, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
May 6–Aug. 12 (no class May 13)
WHERE: Waipio Medical Office
Conference Room 1B
94-1480 Moaniani St.
Waipahu, HI 96797
COST: $56 member, $70 nonmember, $42 employee (14 classes)
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WHAT: Meditate & Breathe
This slow paced yoga class will help you promote inner peace by matching your breath with the movement of your body. You’ll build strength by moving your body slowly. You’ll expand your breath, open your body, and rest your mind so when you are faced with stressful situations, you’ll know how to quickly tap into your inner peace. All levels of experience welcome. Pre-registration is required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Saturdays, 9–10 a.m.
May 3–Aug. 16 (no class May 17)
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Conference Room 1BC
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: $75 member, $97.50 nonmember, $60 employee (15 classes)
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WHAT: Mind Body Mix
This class will feature 30 minutes of standing cardio workout followed by mat exercises and stretches from Pilates and Yoga. The class is done barefoot which is shown to increase strength, coordination, flexibility and balance in ways that benefit both the mind and body. A challenging workout that can be modified to your level of fitness regardless of your age or experience. Pre-registration is required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Tuesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
April 29–Aug. 5
WHERE: Waipio Medical Office
2nd Floor Waiting Area
94-1480 Moaniani St.
Waipahu, HI 96797
COST: $75 member, $105 nonmember, $60 employee (15 classes)
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WHAT: Move Camp (Location 1)
The ultimate full body workout that can be adjusted to any fitness level. Use the latest fitness tools such as resistance bands, medicine balls, ropes, and more! Engage in a variety of exercises that build strength, cardio, balance, and core, along with functional movements. Workouts regularly change so you’ll never get bored. Experience a workout like no other. Pre-registration is required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:45–6:45 p.m.
Session A: April 29–June 17
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
3rd Floor Waiting Area
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: $85 member, $95 nonmember, $75 employee (15 classes)
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WHAT: Move Camp (Location 2)
WHEN: Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Session A: April 28–June 23 (no class May 26 and June 11)
WHERE: Mapunapuna Medical Office
2nd Floor Waiting Area
2828 Paa Street
Honolulu, HI 96819
COST: $85 member, $95 nonmember, $75 employee (15 classes)
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WHAT: Qi Gong
Based on traditional Chinese medicine theory, this ancient form of standing meditation activates the acupuncture meridians and cultivates body energy. Through breathing and movement, qi gong also promotes good health, vitality, peace of mind, and balance in the body. Pre-registration is required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Mondays, 6–7:30 p.m.
April 28–Aug. 11 (no class May 26)
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
4th Floor Waiting Area
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: $60 member, $75 nonmember, $45 employee (15 classes)
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WHAT: Tai Chi
Tai Chi is China’s Mind-Body-Spirit exercise. A blend of medical qigong and martial art qigong, 1000 years in development and use. Hundreds of millions of people around the world are practicing tai chi, some daily, some a few times a week. Pre-registration is required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Fridays, 5:30–7 p.m.
May 9–Aug. 29 (no class July 4 or Aug. 15)
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
5th Floor Waiting Area
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: $60 member, $75 nonmember, $45 employee (15 classes)
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WHAT: Yoga
Promote your health and well-being, develop flexibility and strength, and minimize tension in your life with yoga. This beginning class teaches basic yoga poses. Pre-registration required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5–6 p.m.
Session A: April 24–June 17
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Conference Room 1BC
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: $80 member, $104 nonmember, $64 employee (16 classes)
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WHAT: Yoga Pilates (Location 1)
This class is a combination of yoga and Pilates for a full body workout. Yoga will enhance your balance and flexibility, while Pilates focuses on work emanating from your core. Both formats help sculpt your body by developing long, sleek muscles while building strength and stability. This Yoga Pilates class welcomes complete beginners and those experienced in either format. Pre-registration required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
April 30–Aug. 13 (no class June 11)
WHERE: Moanalua Medical Center
4th Floor Waiting Area
3288 Moanalua Road
Honolulu, HI 96819
COST: $75 member, $104.50 nonmember, $60 employee (15 classes)
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WHAT: Yoga Pilates (Location 2)
WHEN: Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
April 24–July 31
WHERE: Waipio Medical Office
2nd Floor Waiting Area
94-1480 Moaniani Street
Waipahu, HI 96797
COST: $75 member, $104.50 nonmember, $60 employee (15 classes)
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WHAT: Zumba (Location 1)
Zumba is a fusion of Latin and international music dance themes. Routines feature aerobic fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms. It is a blend of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. Purchase a punch card for three to twelve classes; get two “free” when you purchase 12. Pre-registration required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Session A (14 classes): April 30–June 23 (no class May 26 and June 11)
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
5th Floor Waiting Area
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: $5 member, $6.50 nonmember, $4 employee
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WHAT: Zumba (Location 2)
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Session A (14 classes): April 22–June 5
Session B (14 classes): June 12–July 29
WHERE: Mapunapuna Medical Office
2nd Floor Waiting Area
2828 Paa Street
Honolulu, HI 96819
COST: $5 member, $6.50 nonmember, $4 employee
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WHAT: Zumba (Location 3)
WHEN: Mondays and Thursdays, 5:45–6:45 p.m.
Session A (14 classes): April 28–June 16 (no class May 26)
WHERE: Moanalua Medical Center
4th Floor Waiting Area
3288 Moanalua Road
Honolulu, HI 96819
COST: $5 member, $6.50 nonmember, $4 employee
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PATIENT EDUCATION
WHAT: AARP Driver Safety Program (Location 1)
If you’re over 50, this class can help you brush up on your driving skills. Review the rules of the road and learn how aging can affect driving, how to help prevent accidents, how to deal with traffic congestion and more. Pre-registration required, please call the AARP Information Center at 1-866-295-7282.
WHEN: Thursday, June 12, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
WHERE: Hawaii Kai Clinic
Conference Room
6700 Kalanianaole Highway, Suite 111
Honolulu, HI 96825
COST: $15 AARP members, $20 non-AARP members (one 4-hour class)
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WHAT: AARP Driver Safety Program (Location 2)
WHEN: Tuesday, May 27, noon–4 p.m.
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Conference Room 1BC
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: $15 AARP member, $20 non-AARP member (one 4-hour class)
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WHAT: Advance Directives
What are end-of-life decisions? Who can help you complete advance directives? Learn how to understand these forms so that your loved ones will know exactly what you want in the event you’re unable to care for yourself or express your wishes. Pre-registration required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Thursday, June 5, 10–11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Conference Room 2E
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: Free (valid picture ID required)
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CHILD CARE
WHAT: Keiki Passenger Safety (Location 1)
Is your child’s car seat or booster seat installed properly? Find out by getting it checked by a child passenger safety technician certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). By appointment only. Pre-registration required, please call 432-2260. Note: Install your child’s car seat before your appointment and bring your car manual and car seat instructions.
WHEN: Friday, June 27, 3:30–6 p.m.
WHERE: Waipio Medical Office
94-1480 Moaniani Street
Waipahu, HI 96797
COST: Free
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WHAT: Keiki Passenger Safety (Location 2)
WHEN: Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Saturday, June 7, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
WHERE: Unibodytech
789 Mapunapuna Street
Honolulu, HI 96819
COST: Free
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WHAT: Keiki Passenger Safety (Location 3)
WHEN: Friday, May 16, 3:30–6 p.m.
WHERE: Alphabetland Pearl City Preschool
1716 Komo Mai Drive
Pearl City, HI 96782
COST: Free
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WHAT: Parenting through Personality Styles
Give your parenting skills a boost! This class will cover the major psychological attributes that people naturally develop, then compare your psychological characteristics with those of your children. Analyze a series of common problems that confront parents and children with different attributes, learn strategies for dealing with them, and consider the difference between discipline and punishment. Learn effective strategies for raising your child at any age. This workshop includes a workbook and a personality survey. Receive a certificate when all activities and topics have been completed. Contact Linda Shiraishi at 383-5438 for more information. Pre-registration required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Saturday, June 14, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Conference Room 1A
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: Individuals – $106 member, $116 nonmember, $92 employee
Couples – $152 member, $162 nonmember, $138 employee
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SELF-CARE PROGRAMS
WHAT: Hearing Health Seminar (Location 1)
Informational group sessions are geared towards patients and their family members. Sessions explain hearing loss and the benefits that are available to improve quality of life. Meet our Kaiser audiologist(s), learn about the anatomy of the ear, factors that are associated with hearing loss, the newest technology and the different styles that are available. The goal is to educate, enhance and improve quality of life for patients and their family members. Pre-registration required. To register or for more information, please call 432-2155. Seminars and services are open to the public.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 13, 9–10 a.m.
WHERE: Waipio Medical Office
94-1480 Moaniani Street
Waipahu, HI 96797
COST: Free
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WHAT: Hearing Health Seminar (Location 2)
WHEN: Friday, June 27, 9–10 a.m.
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: Free
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WHAT: I Can Cope Cancer Class
An educational program for adults with cancer and their family members and friends. Get information about cancer diagnosis and treatment and receive practical help in coping with some of the emotional issues resulting from a cancer diagnosis. For more information contact Susan Amina at 432-8538. Pre-registration required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: First Saturday of every month, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
May 3: Managing Effects of Illness and Treatment
June 7: Nutrition During Cancer Treatment
WHERE: Mapunapuna Medical Office
Maile Room, 2nd Floor
2828 Paa Street
Honolulu, HI 96819
COST: Free
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WHAT: Skin Care Fair (Location 1)
Learn about the latest products and speak with a licensed clinical aesthetician. Special discounted rates for most products in stock are offered, and various special events are scheduled throughout the year. These events promote special guest experts, product demonstrations, featured products, and seasonal gift packages. Pre-registration is not required. For more information call 432-5670. Open to the public.
WHEN: Friday, May 16, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Waipio Medical Office
94-1480 Moaniani Street
Waipahu, HI 96797
COST: Free
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WHAT: Skin Care Fair (Location 2)
WHEN: Friday, June 13, 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: Free
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SUPPORT GROUPS
WHAT: Cancer Support Group
Meet with others who have had similar experiences living with cancer. Share challenges, talk about your concerns and learn how others have dealt with the same problems you may be facing. Benefit from speakers who will be invited to present topics of interest to the group. Pre-registration is not required. For more information contact Susan Amina at 432-8538.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 21, 5:30–7 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18, 5:30–7 p.m.
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Maile Room, 2nd Floor
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: Free
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WHAT: Crohn’s Disease and Colitis Support Group
Join this group to learn more about these diseases, meet others who are affected by them, share challenges, and offer mutual support in dealing with emotional and physical needs. Pre-registration is not required. For more information email ccfa_hawaii@yahoo.com or call Lori Nagatoshi at 230-4205.
WHEN: Monday, May 12, 7–8:30 p.m.
Monday, June 9, 7–8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Conference Room 2E
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST:
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WHAT: Eating Disorders Support Group
Find support for dealing with eating disorder. Get the listening ear, information, education and advice you need. Due to the sensitive issues involved and the secrecy that often surrounds these conditions, this meeting is restricted to patients, family members and significant others who are able to maintain the strictest confidentiality. This group is not intended to serve as therapy. Leader: Kristen Lindsey-Dudley R.D., MPH is a registered dietitian who has specialized in the treatment of eating disorders for 30 years. Assistant Leaders are recovered patients who are dedicated to educating and helping those suffering from these illnesses and their families. Pre-registration is not required. For more information, please call 737-3993
WHEN: Monday, May 12, 5–6:30 p.m.
Monday, June 9, 5–6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Honolulu Medical Office
Conference Room 1B
1010 Pensacola Street
Honolulu, HI 96814
COST: Free
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WHAT: Helping Other Parents in Normal Grieving (HOPING)
If you have experienced a miscarriage, a stillbirth, or the death of an infant, HOPING offers a place for you to join other parents, share your experiences, and give support. Pre-registration required, please call 432-2260.
WHEN: Saturday, May 3, 4–5:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 7, 4–5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Moanalua Medical Center
6th Floor Conference Room
3288 Moanalua Road
Honolulu, HI 96819
COST: Free
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WHAT: Look Good Feel Good
This class teaches beauty techniques to women in active cancer treatment to combat the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Pre-registration required, please call 595-7504.
WHEN: Friday, May 2, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Moanalua Medical Center
EOC Conference Room, 1st Floor
3288 Moanalua Road
Honolulu, HI 96819
COST: Free
