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Breathe & Stretch - Morning Yoga at APEC
Saturdays | 9:30 am - 10:30 am | 6 sessions (you do not need to register for multiple)
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Come practice Yoga at APEC with certified Yoga instructor, Lorine Bamberg (@SwayingTreeYoga) to start the day with breathwork and gentle movement. The emphasis of class will be on relaxing breathing techniques, an exploration of holding basic and non-traditional poses, and a focus on movements which both strengthen and lengthen. Each student is encouraged to express poses in their own interpretation, in a way that best supports their bodies' needs. The goal is to have the practitioners enjoy the day feeling uplifted, centered and, most importantly, content!
Open to all levels...beginners welcome! Feel free to register for one class to try it out! Space is limited. For Adults | $22 per adult, per session
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Forest Bathing Walk
Saturday, March 29th | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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Take a 90-minute meditative Forest Bathing walk, led by certified guide Linda Lombardo. Based on the Japanese tradition of Shinrin-Yoku, this unique walk inspires mindful connections with the natural elements of the woods for a range of healthful benefits. We will welcome the Spring and share the beauty of silence as you rediscover your wild heart in nature. According to Linda, “Take this time to be present, lower the stress you may be experiencing, and connect with nature, which naturally boosts your immune system.” Spots are limited.
For Adults | $25 per person
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Meditation and Reiki Workshop
Saturday, May 17th | 9:30 am - 11:00 am
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Are you interested in meditation but don't know where to begin? Can’t quiet your mind? Want to reduce stress in your life? Join Sonia, a certified Reiki Master Practitioner and Teacher at Alley Pond this Spring for an introduction to Meditation and Reiki workshop. Each participant will be given tools and strategies to implement in their own daily life. Reiki is an alternative method of relaxation and is offered through light, non-invasive touch with the practitioner's hands placed and held on a series of locations on the head and shoulders. Come take the first step in your mediation journey at Alley Pond! All levels and backgrounds are welcome. Space is limited.
For Adults | $30 per person
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Fungi Walk Presented by the Mycological Society
Sunday, June 15th | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm*
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Step into the enchanting world of fungi with the New York Mycological Society on a magical walk through Alley Pond Park. This June, as summer’s first mushrooms make their debut, we’ll explore the hidden wonders of the forest floor. We'll be looking for elegant Amanitas and vibrant Russulas, which form symbiotic partnerships with trees, and be keeping an eye out for the season’s first colorful boletes. We're also likely to find polypores sprouting like shelves from fallen logs, jelly fungi and intricate crust fungi weaving their way across fallen logs and branches. Guided by the club's experts, you’ll learn how to find and identify fungi and gain insight into their vital roles in our urban habitats. Please note, this is a walk to appreciate fungi, not a foraging walk. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, apply insect repellant and sunblock, and bring water. Spots are limited.
*Fungi enthusiasts may choose to continue the walk for more time, but you are welcome to leave after 90 minutes. For Adults | $5 per person
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The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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