EFT and Energy Psychology Level I
EFT and Energy Psychology Level II
Eight Piece Brocade
Follow Your Dreams!
Jesus: Who Do You Say I Am?
Kettlebells: The Martial Art of Fitness
Living with Purpose on Purpose
Nia, Introduction
Quest for Happiness and Meaning
Taiji Ruler
Eight Piece Brocade
Ty Crow
Fee: $139, 7 classes
Mondays, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
September 14 – October 26
Want to relax and release every bit of tension from the entire body and mind? Join us as we learn to use the breath, gentle stretching, and soft movements to gather and guide Qi (essential life-force, pronounced ‘chee’) from the Tan Tien (one of three energy centers in the body) along the meridians to the internal organs. Ty Crow has a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and has been studying and practicing Qi Gong lifestyle, Taiji Quan, and traditional healing including Asian and American herbs and nutritional therapy, for more than ten years.
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EFT and Energy Psychology Level I: Learning to Heal Yourself
Blair Wiles, M.A., L.P.C.
Fee: $109, 5 classes
Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
September 15 – October 13
Emotional Freedom Techniques® (EFT) is an innovative, effective tool for shifting emotional and behavioral problems. This widely used component of Energy Psychology is being used by professional clinicians and lay practitioners to release blocked energy that has resulted in a limited, diminished experience of life. Blocked energy can take many forms, such as: depression, anxiety, fear, addictive behavior and cravings or blocks to relationships, abundance, peak performance in sports, creativity or career goals, to name a few. Clients find this technique simple, powerful and life-changing. This course will offer an introduction to EFT. Participants will experience hands-on practice, and learn the EFT protocols to eliminate blocked energy, clearing limitations to emotional freedom, success, abundance and other group-chosen issues. We will explore basic Energy Psychology concepts including Manual Muscle Testing and Systemic Energetic Interference. This Level I class is a prerequisite for EFT and Energy Psychology Level II: Introduction to Using EFT and Energy Psychology with Friends and Family, to be held on October 27 – November 17. Blair Wiles is a licensed psychotherapist. She received her graduate training from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Depth Psychology and combines mind-body-spirit psychotherapy with Energy Psychology and teaching. Blair’s work focuses on deep connection with self and spirit, for the enhancement of everyday living. Blair maintains a private practice in Durango, Colorado.
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Who Do You Say I Am? A Look at the Person of Jesus
Becky Swartzman, CRN, MS, FNP, MDiv
Fee:$129, 6 classes
Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
September 15 – October 20
Throughout most of human history, the person of Jesus Christ has been at the center of much controversy from pulpits to synagogues to wars or covenants. This course is designed to look at Jesus the Jew, Jesus the man, Jesus the Messiah, and Jesus in the Trinity. Upon completion of this course students will be able to understand the difference between Hebrew, Roman and Greek thought processes, as well as being able to contrast the gospel of sin management verses the gospel of grace and ultimately answer the question of “who do you say I am?” for yourself, and encounter Jesus through personal experience and revelation. Becky Swartzman has lived in Durango for almost 30 years working in various positions in the healthcare field as a registered nurse and family nurse practitioner. She recently received her Masters of Divinity and is now involved in mentoring, teaching and counseling on a volunteer basis primarily at the La Plata County Jail and the Denier Youth Detention facility. She is also a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors, which allows her to be holistic in her teaching style which incorporates spirit, soul, and body into dialogue and presentations.
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Introduction to Nia
Caitlin Webster
Fee: $79, 10 classes
Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
September 16 – November 18
The Nia Technique is a form of fitness fusion that incorporates elements of dance, martial arts and healing arts into a holistic workout. Beyond the fun and solid aerobic workout, classes focus on self expression, healing and developing mindfulness. Nia is practiced barefoot and to a variety of world music. Comfortable clothes to move and sweat in appropriate. For more information on Nia visit www.nianow.com. Evonne Tocco was originally listed as the instructor for this course but had to bow out due to a schedule conflict. Upon Evonne's reccommendation, we recruited the highly capable Caitlin Webster to teach Nia in Evonne's place. Information regarding Caitlin's background and experience is coming soon!
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The Quest for Happiness and Meaning:
Religion, Psychology and Science
James A Kline, PhD
Fee: $99, 6 classes
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
September 16 – October 21
From the beginning of recorded history, humans have documented their attempts to address the problem of suffering, find happiness, and achieve an understanding of themselves and their world. Religion, psychology and the physical sciences have all attempted to answer questions about humans, the universe, and the relationship between the two. Often interaction between these fields has yielded acrimonious debate. Yet, one can also find areas of significant overlap and agreement. This course will explore, primarily through discussion, two different but related streams of thought. First, we will consider the search to understand and find meaning as it has developed in religion, psychology and science. The focus will be on those places where the different fields overlap and complement each other. Included will be an examination of how language can shape and sometimes obscure answers. The role of epistemology in the search for understanding will also be considered. The second focus of discussion will be on defining happiness (and its opposite, suffering) and considering how one can find and/or create happiness in one's own life. Various alternatives will be explored. Learned Optimism, a term coined by psychologist Martin Seligman (and the title of his book on the subject) will be examined as an example of one type of solution to the search for happiness. Dr. Kline is a Colorado licensed Psychologist with a long history of interest and experience in both Western and Eastern traditions of study. He received a BA from Northwestern University in 1964, and a Ph.D. from the University of Colorado in 1969. He has served as a Staff Psychologist at Mendocino State Hospital in Talmage, CA, Professor of Psychology at California State University, Chico, and Staff Psychologist at Porter Memorial Hospital in Denver. He maintains a private practice in Colorado since 1985. He has been active in professional organizations, published in a variety of professional journals, authored a book on domestic violence, and is currently completing a book on the philosophy of science. His current practice, located in Durango, is limited to Integrative Psychotherapy and Forensic Psychology.
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Introduction to Kettlebells:
The Martial Art of Fitness
Sage Petersen
Fee: $99, 11 classes
Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
September 23 – December 9
Kettlebells look like cannon balls with handles and provide a full body workout of weight resistance fitness which incorporates yoga poses, breathing techniques, strength and ultimate core strength. It is considered the martial art of fitness because the techniques build on each other and require improved strength, focus and body mechanics as you go. In fact practitioners will reap the benefits of cardio training, strength training, and flexibility in a one hour class through the concepts, principles and unique exercises presented. A limited number of Kettlebells in different weights will be available in class, but if you’re interested in purchasing your own or learning more, please go to www.dragondoor.com. You may also find good deals on kettlebells on EBay. There are different brands of kettlebells and Sage recommends RKC (Russian Kettlebell Challenge). A mat will be helpful, but not mandatory, for the class. Sage Petersen is a second-generation personal trainer who has been around personal training and other wellness practices such as the Martial Arts his whole life. He is certified in Kettlebells and has taught classes and clinics since 2005. He is a Fort Lewis College student seeking a degree in Ethno-health Perspectives, a student constructed major which incorporates the study of exercise science, nutrition, language and anthropology. Feel free to email Sage if you have questions at sgpetersen@fortlewis.edu.
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A Conversation and Workshop:
Living with Purpose on Purpose
Barbara Gormally, MA
Fee: $99, 4 classes
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
September 30 – October 21
Wow! What has emerged for you during the last 18 to 24 months? Most likely, regardless of your age, gender, line of work or personal life, various events are affecting you. Have you puzzled about what to do to move your life forward and tried to reorient your inner compass? Have you noticed that it’s time to awaken our individual and collective talents and skills, or figured out how apply them toward a purposeful renewal of our planet? This conversation and workshop will allow you to explore how you want to navigate forward with confidence, self-accountability, and vitality. Purpose is not a job or a role. Purpose is a profound sense of who we are, where we came from, and where we’re going. Lastly, as adults with purpose on purpose, we must continually practice mastery to navigate any type of change in order to maintain our inner compass. Barbara Gormally received her BA in Vocational Ed and MA in Adult Training and Learning from the University of New Mexico. Her passion in being a catalyst for human growth and evolvement is rich with knowledge, experience, and compassion. She spent over 20 years in corporate settings, enjoying various high profile roles in human resources and organizational development. In 2002, she and her husband made a conscious choice to move to Durango to reorganize the quality of their life. Barbara journeyed to discover “what’s next?” and the work of life coaching showed up. She then furthered her passionate calling to work with the human as being and attended the Adler School for Life Coaching and other related programs. Barbara works with life coaching clients in and outside of Durango.
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Creating and Living Your Best Life
Melaney Sreenan, Ph.D.
Fee: $119, 4 classes
Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
October 6 – October 27
In the silence, what is your soul most aching for? What is it that keeps you up at night? What is in the way of you taking your life on full throttle? This course is based on Dr. Sreenan’s book, Spirit Dances - The Best of Life (included in the cost of the course along with a workbook). You can live your life 100% and have it your way. This powerful class will lead you through understanding the work of your deepest and most powerful self. You will be guided on a tour of your highest Self and challenged to claim your best dynamic power through silence, life inventories, relationship discovery and individualized activities. Tune into the passion and purpose in your life by exploring topics such as health and well-being, claiming your dreams, being your genuine self, and relationships that work. You will use your highest Self to achieve the perfect life and complete the class with a plan of how to manifest the dreams you have owned in the program. Dr. Sreenan is a five times #1 New York Times best seller and uses her 29 years of Clinical Psychology work and 20+ years of being a college professor to help you enrich your life. For more information go to Melaney.com or call Melaney at (970) 382-0008. “Dr. Sreenan offers a simple, easy-to-implement plan for manifesting the life of your dreams. She is an authentic, loving, wise woman and masterful teacher who has proven that her steps work,” Debbie Ford, client.
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Be Fearless
Annie McGraw
Fee: $99, 6 classes
Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
October 7 – November 11
What if I told you that no matter how confident most people appear, they often harbor fears that shadow their ability to live fearlessly? These fears whisper skeptical objections and feed doubts about anything that might shake up the status quo: Do you really think you should do that? Are you ready for a big step like this? Why don’t you get somebody else’s opinion? Are you sure you are not getting in over your head? What will people say? What one aspect of your life are you ready to improve? How does fear silently and subtly hold you back? Discover how expectations, excuses, complaining and beating yourself up could be undermining you! If you are ready to step up your game, make a new plan, re-define yourself, and live life now, I’ll see you in class. Annie McGraw is a Certified Fearless Living Life Coach and works with clients all over the world to master fear. She is married to her college sweetheart and raising two sons. Client testimonial: “If someone is wanting more bang for their buck; if they want to get what they came for in this life; if they want to quit fooling around and get on with having more of what they truly value and desire; if they are willing to play full out and have success, then they should call Annie. If they're not up to those things, they should call a counselor.” Required workbook: “Fearless Living, Live Without Excuses, Love Without Regret” by Rhonda Britten, which can be ordered at Amazon.com or Maria’s Bookstore in Durango. For more information go to: www.anniemcgraw.com
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Follow Your Dreams!
Kimberly Beach
Fee: $49, 2 classes
Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
October 13 – October 20
Some people are born knowing what they want to do in life – the rest of us see our dreams develop over time. But how do you know what your dream really is? How do you follow that dream? Using a Bible-based approach, Follow Your Dreams! will help you define your God-given dream and develop a plan to pursue your passion. Kimberly Beach has served the past year as a Dream Coach at The River Church in Durango, Colorado, teaching Dream Releasers in various formats including two 6-week sessions and one all day Saturday seminar. Kimberly has seen dreams fulfilled – the birth of her two children, and had dreams crushed – the illness of her daughter. Her current dream is helping others step-out to find their own purpose and potential through God’s plan for their life.
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Connecting the Dots: How to Connect Your To-do Lists, Your Passions
and God’s Unique Purpose for Your Life
Geri Swingle
Fee: $69, 4 Classes
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
October 24 – November 14
Do you ever wonder if there is any connection between how you were made, what you love to do, and the universal cry of the heart for your life to matter? Has it been so long since you pursued your dreams that you have now convinced yourself you never really had any? Have you fantasized what your life would feel and look like if you could spend more time in your “sweet spot”? Join in as we journey together in the discovery of our unique purposes. You will come away reinvigorated and refocused, with a framework in which you will feel more confident in your decision-making, both large and small. We will cover topics such as rediscovering your dreams; pulling your passions off the back-burner; how to live through – and see through – the ordinary when you yearn for something bigger; roadblocks to moving towards your dreams; putting together the puzzle pieces of your life – both past and present – to get a glimpse of your future; the key to unlocking the bigger vision in you; and following the breadcrumbs – one doable step at a time. Geri Swingle is a certified Life Purpose® Coach, Life Plan Facilitator, LPC Instructor, and Speaker. Geri’s own purpose journey led her to the realization that coming alongside and encouraging women who are on their unique pathway to purpose is “the thing I can’t not do!” Visit her website at www.wholewomanministry.com and learn more about her passion in action with testimonials of clients, descriptions of her services and a contact page for connecting with Geri. Join her in this exciting discovery process!
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EFT and Energy Psychology Level II: Introduction to Using EFT and
Energy Psychology with Friends and Family
Blair Wiles, M.A., L.P.C.
Fee: $89, 4 classes
Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
October 27 – November 17
The heart of this Level II class will be to develop confidence and skill in each participant as they expand their understanding and use of Emotional Freedom Techniques® (EFT) and Energy Psychology to promote self-healing. The focus of this class will be on honing participants’ skills in applying EFT to personal issues, as well as working with others as they begin to learn the art of using EFT on a partner. Participants will use class time to strengthen tapping protocols, and advancing their understanding of how and why Energy Psychology approaches to healing work so rapidly and effectively. Participants will have time to practice EFT on personal issues, group issues, as well as working in dyads with other classmates in a safe and supervised environment. EFT and Energy Psychology Level I: Learning to Heal Yourself, held on September 15 – October 13, is a prerequisite for this class. Blair Wiles is a licensed psychotherapist. She received her graduate training from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Depth Psychology and combines mind-body-spirit psychotherapy with Energy Psychology and teaching. Blair’s work focuses on deep connection with self and spirit, for the enhancement of everyday living. Blair maintains a private practice in Durango, Colorado.
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Taiji Ruler
Ty Crow
Fee: $139, 7 classes
Mondays, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
November 2 – December 14
Taiji Ruler is an ancient system of exercises used to cultivate qi (essential life-force, pronounced ‘chee’) and believed to promote health and longevity. Taiji Ruler employs the use of a ‘ruler’, or chih, a short stick made of light weight wood. The movements are practiced with the ‘ruler’ held between the palms of the hands on the meridian point called the pericardium. There are seven basic exercises that move qi along specific pathways to the internal organs and energy centers in the body. Ty Crow has a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and has been studying and practicing Qi Gong lifestyle, Taiji Quan, and traditional healing including Asian and American herbs and nutritional therapy, for more than ten years.
