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sunday
Mindfulness Meditation and Buddhist Teaching
– in the spirit of Thich Nhat Hanh with Fred Eppsteiner. Mindfulness practice helps one to cultivate
compassion, develop inner peace and experience joy
in daily life. 9-11am, 6501 N Nebraska Ave, Tampa,
Info tampa-updates@floridamindfulness.org or visit
floridamindfulness.org.
program is ideal for people who wish to lead Qi Gong
and Taichi practices or offer classes. 6:15-7:15pm,
$60/month, Sadana Center, 2165 N Hercules Ave,
Clearwater, 727-642-2313, SadanaCenter.com.
Free Yoga! – Join Val Spies for Stress Relief Yoga Classes, 6:15-7:30pm, Donations accepted, Lotus Pond, 6201
Lynn Rd, Tampa, 813-961-3160, lotuspondyoga.com.
Weekly Westshore Wellness Support Group – We
discuss and put into practice the latest principles of
wholistic health, 6:30-8pm, Info, Joel Chudnow,
Group Leader, 813-287-5538.
Celebration Sunday Service – Come change your
thinking and change your life through an hour of
uplifting music, affirmative prayer and an inspiring
message. Through the month of November, we will
be exploring a dogma for success in our talk series
entitled “Be a Dog with a Bone!” All are welcome.
10:30-11:30am, Suncoast Center for Spiritual Living, Wyndham Tampa Westshore, 700 N Westshore
Blvd, Info suncoastcsl.org or call 813-384-8162.
Hypnosis for Healthy Body Weight! – Mind-Body
Cohesion© System developed by Patricia V Scott combines Hypnosis, NLP, Pivotal Response Conditioning
& more. Healthy habits, confidence, exercise motivation. 6 Mondays, 6:30-9pm, UP Hypnosis Institute,
800 Tarpon Woods Blvd, Ste A1, Palm Harbor, 727943-5003, 866-537-7746, Details UPHypnosis.com.
Advance Reiki Training, Reiki II, Karuna Reiki –
by request with Rev Maria Antonieta Revello, member
of ICRT, Reiki, Karuna & Qigong Master, NLP practitioner and instructor. Call for reservations, location,
times, Maria 813-334-7424, reikishrine@gmail.com.
Coaching Circle with Coach Dianne Kipp – (4th
Monday monthly) “Keeping Success Alive,” activate “The Secret” in your life. Create strategies for
success in every aspect of life. Two hour meeting
in person or via phone: $30/person (3-month commitment required), Institute for Courageous Living,
1500-9th St N, (Dr. MLK), St Petersburg, Contact
Coach Dianne for details 727-481-1646, followyourheartjourneys.com.
monday
Taichi & Qi Gong Morning Classes – (also
Wednesday) Class is facilitated by Master Shifu
Orlando Schiaffino and includes Dao-Yin Gymnastic (means “guiding and stretching”), a traditional
Chinese form of calisthenics/gymnastics to stimulate
bones, tendons and zenobial fluids in the joints;
Qi Gong exercises; Taichi Wudang; and Daoism
Alchemy meditation. All levels welcome, 10-11am,
$45/month, Sadana Center, 2165 N Hercules Ave,
Clearwater, 727-642-2313, SadanaCenter.com.
Meditation – Come & recharge yourself for the rest
of the week, 6-7pm, Call for location and reservation, Maria Antonieta 813-334-7424.
Prenatal Yoga Classes – with Heather Mitchell,
6-7:15pm, First class Free! Lotus Pond, 6201 Lynn
Rd, Tampa, Info 813-961-3160, lotuspondyoga.com.
Taichi & Qi Gong Instructors Training Program
– (also Wednesday) Facilitated by Master Shifu
Orlando Schiaffino, the only Master in the Bay Area
with 25 years experience in Taichi & Qi Gong, this
Free Online Self-Improvement Class – 7pm, Florida
Institute of Hypnotherapy, 800-551-9247, tfioh.com.
Gain & Share Herbal Wisdom – Host an interactive lecture in your home on herbs that address specific health concerns. Call 727-384-HERB (4372)
or visit HerbalWise.us.com for more information.
Click on Home Lecture Series in left navigation bar.
tuesday
Yin Yoga – (also Thursday) Targets the connective
tissues, ligaments, tendons and joints. Instructor
Yvette Robles is a 200hr Wendyfit Academy trained
instructor. Suitable for all levels. Free organic coffee
or a smoothie, 8-9am, $15, Get Healthy Vitamins &
Natural Foods, Thrive and Learn Room, 4011 Tampa
Rd, Oldsmar, 813-475-7255.
Tai Chi Chuan – Practicing Tai Chi Chuan on a
regular basis calms the mind, increases energy &
improves balance through gentle movements, with
instructor Terry Adkinson. 9-10am, $10, Five Rings
Wellness, 5111 Central Ave, St Pete, Info FiveRingsWellness.com, 727-391-1000.
Free 5 Minute Chakra Test – Which chakra needs
attention? Learn how your chakras are the source of
your well being and how they affect your physical
health. A balanced energy flow in the chakras can be
a breakthrough for your success in life. 10am-3pm,
Can San’s, 2838 Beach Blvd S, Gulfport, 727-3274111, ShivaDharma.com.
Reiki I & II Usui System – Class Certification and
CEUs available for LMT, Provider #MCE 50–77, for
Reiki credits. Rev Maria Antonieta Revello, Reiki,
Karuna & Qigong Master. Reiki I, Tuesday; Reiki II,
Thursday; 6-10pm, 12718 Casey Rd, Tampa, RSVP
813-334-7424 Maria or 813-932-0996.
Qigong – Enjoy Qigong with Shelethya Toles,
a wonderful combination of mind, body, breath and
energy. It will leave you feeling relaxed and in tune
with your energy. 6:15-7:15pm, Love donation, Call
for location 813-334-7424 or 813-546-3754.
Gentle Restorative Yoga – with Anne Sarver, CYT;
appropriate for elderly, those recovering from injury
or getting back to exercise as poses are modified
to suit any ability. 6:15-7:30pm, $10, Five Rings
Wellness, 5111 Central Ave, St Pete, Info FiveRingsWellness.com, 727-391-1000.
Twin Hearts Meditation and Pranic Healing
Clinic – experience the power of meditation and
Pranic Healing®. The meditations are simple and
increase your vitality, focus and overall energy. No
experience necessary. Free Pranic Healing sessions
after the meditation, 7pm, Love offering, Pranic
Healing Center of Tampa, 1531 N Dale Mabry, Ste
201, Lutz, 813–435–5250, PranicHealingTampa.com.
Acupressure Training – (1st & 3rd Tuesdays)
Acupressure and acupuncture treatments can help
improve results. Hands on training with Dr Yali
Fan, MD, professor in China, author of six Chinese
Medical books, 23 years teaching/clinical experience, Tuina, acupressure. 7-8pm, $20 (bring one or
two guests; no charge if friend or family member
15 years or older), 5905 Webb Rd, Tampa, Limited
seating, RSVP 813–882–8373.
Basic Intro to Yoga – (starts 1st Tuesday monthly)
4-week program teaches the basic postures of yoga
combined with helpful explanations of yoga philosophy & tips on feeling comfortable in the classroom.
7:15-8:30pm, $55, The Lotus Pond, 6201 Lynn Rd,
Tampa, 813-961-3160, lotuspondyoga.com.
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Trigger Point Tuesdays – Up to 5 trigger point
injections $75. Trigger Point Injection (TPI) may
be an option in treating pain for some patients. It
is a procedure used to treat painful areas of muscle
that contain trigger points, or knots of muscle, that
form when muscles do not relax. Orthomolecular
Nutrition & Wellness Center, 9225 Ulmerton Rd,
Ste 312, Largo, 727-518-9808.
wednesday
Free Film Showing – The founder of Scientology,
the fastest growing religion in the world, L Ron Hubbard granted this only filmed interview to explain
how he arrived at his discoveries on the mind, spirit
and life. He answers those most commonly asked
questions: What is Scientology? Why is it a religion?
How do people benefit from it? Shown hourly every
Wednesday in November, The Church of Scientology, 1300 E 8th Ave, Tampa, 813-872-0722.
Reiki Treatments – Experience the most profound,
powerful & gentle relaxation technique, feel renewed and lighter. It helps re-establish healthy
frequencies to cells and atoms bringing back health
to cells and tissues. Complements any form of
therapy. 10am-4pm, Call for appointment & location, 813-344-1829 Patti or 813-425-2596 Dr Marta
Alarcon, reikishrine@gmail.com.
Fundamentals of Yoga – Not sure if you are in
alignment? This class is designed to deepen your
understanding of the yoga postures, develop greater
flexibility and strength, and to awaken the mind
body connection with meditation. Aromatherapy
will also be offered. 5:30-6:45pm, $15, yoga4all,
8836 Seminole Blvd, Seminole, Nancy MacDonald,
RYT 727-542-0116, shantivinyasa.com.
Applying Nutritional Balances – such that your
body performs its greatest potential, resolving allergies & body deficiencies, facilitated by Dr Grace
Pampo, DOM, CYT, 5:40-6:45pm, $20, Healing U
Trust Acupuncture & Wellness Center, 28870 US
Hwy 19N, Ste 351, Clearwater, Seating limited,
Reservations, 727–331–0086, Healingutrust.com.
thursday
friday
Qigong Strength Training – increase muscular endurance, speed and power like never before with this
unique fitness routine combining the best of Qigong,
Kung Fu and Power Breathing for the Ultimate Qi
Workout. You’ll feel amazing and sweat like you’ve
been running without leaving your mat! For both
seasoned athletes and beginners on a path of fitness,
this revolutionary workout can help you reach your
fitness goals. Bring yoga mat and water. 8am and
11:15am, Info fiveringswellness.com, 727-391-1000.
Community Acupuncture Healing Sessions – patients sit quietly in comfortable recliners and benefit
from the synergistic healing energy of a group. The
more people in the group session, the better; bring
your friends and family, 10am-3pm, Payment is
made anonymously, based on honor system, Suggest
$20–$45, cash only, Mind Body Spirit Care, 3610
Madaca Ln, Tampa, Reservations 813-969-1311.
Qigong – a gentle form of energy exercise that unites
the breath with subtle movements to increase your
life force for healing and strengthening the body.
9-10am, $10, Five Rings Wellness, 5111 Central
Ave, St Pete, Info FiveRingsWellness.com, 727391-1000.
Prenatal Yoga Classes – with Heather Mitchell,
10:30-11:45am, First class Free, Lotus Pond, 6201
Lynn Rd, Tampa, Info 813-961-3160, lotuspondyoga.com.
Free Yoga by Candlelight for Beginners – Explore
the healing potential of yoga basics, breath and
the power of relaxation all done in the beauty of
candlelight. 5:30-6:45pm, Free for new students,
class pass for all others. Yoga4All, 8836 Seminole
Blvd, Seminole, Reservations requested, Marty 727392-9642, marty@yoga4all.com, yoga4all.com.
Free Meditation – Instructor Can San Trantow,
6-6:30pm, 2838 Beach Blvd South, Gulfport,
Reserve a spot, 727-327-4111, shivadharma.com.
Hypnosis & NLP Class – (last Thursday monthly)
Intl Association Counselors & Therapists/Hypnosis Education Association Chapter Master Class
for professional development (3 ceus). Expand
skills with scripts & practice. Different topic each
month. $25 UPHI Associates; $30 Members; $35
Others–be a practice client). 6-9pm, UP Hypnosis
Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods Blvd, Palm Harbor,
727-943-5003, 866-537-7746, Info@UPHypnosis.
com, UPHypnosis.com
Prayer & Healing Service – A sacred space of
prayer, meditation and quiet music. Chaplains available for individual prayers and hands-on healing by
request. 6:30pm, First Unity, 460-46th Ave North,
St Petersburg, 727-527-2222 x101 or firstunity.org.
A Course In Miracles – A modern day expression
of the demonstrations and teachings of Jesus as the
path to happiness, love and joy; course focuses on
letting go of thoughts and pictures in our minds that
cause us to suffer. $5 donation, 7pm, First Unity,
460-46th Ave North, St Pete, 727-527-2222 x101
or FirstUnity.org.
Meditation Using Ancient Oils – Join us for a
guided meditation with the added sensory delight
of ancient essential oils to take you further. 6:30pm,
Love donation, Get Zen Healing Center, 4011 Tampa
Rd, Oldsmar, 813-474-7252.
Introductory Talk on Sant Mat – a practical spiritual path based on meditation on inner Light and
Sound, ethical values, service to others, and love for
all creation, 7pm, Free, Largo, Call 1-877-MEDITATE or visit santmat.net.
Mindfulness Meditation & Practice – in the spirit
of Thich Nhat Hanh. Mindfulness practice helps
to cultivate compassion, develop inner peace and
experience joy in daily life. 7-8:45pm, UU St Pete,
719 Arlington Ave N, St Petersburg, Info floridamindfulness.org.
Stillness Meditation – Is life tossing you around
like a hot potato? Join Michael Kelemen for a
Stillness Meditation and brief reading on nonduality that will help you clear your mental plate.
7:30-8:30pm, $10, Five Rings Wellness, 5111
Central Ave, St Pete, Info FiveRingsWellness.com,
727-391-1000.
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Tampa Bay Edition
Crystal Bowl Meditation Concert – (every Thursday except the 4th Thursday) with Patricia Nielsen,
7-8pm, Call for location and reservation, Patricia
813-344-1829.
Medical Qi Gong Seminars – (1st & 3rd Thursdays) Dr Yali Fan, MD & Professor in China, has
taught Qi Gong for over 20 years. 7-8pm, 5905
Webb Rd, Tampa, 813-882-8373.
Weight Loss Seminars – (2nd & 4th Thursdays)
Lose weight quick & have great health, with Dr Yali
Fan, MD & Professor in China who has practiced
Chinese Medicine for over 22 years. 7-8pm, 5905
Webb Road, Tampa. 813-882-8373.
www.natampa.com
Yoga Mix – Mix it up on Friday nights with a different teacher and theme each week. Check our website
for details, 6-7:30pm, Regular group passes and
prices, A Yoga Village, 2760 Daniel St, Clearwater,
ayogavillage.com, 727-712-1475.
Integral Tai Chi with Kim Le – Soothing and relaxing; strengthen bones, improve equilibrium, prevent
falls and feel great. 6:30-8:30pm, Free, Call for
location, 813-334-7424 Maria, 813-495-5318 Kim.
Couples Beach Retreat & Workshop – Transform
your relationship through sacred intimacy and
conscious loving. Discover Tantra. Friday 7:30pmSunday 1:45pm, $595/couple, Siesta Key Beach,
Sarasota, IntimacyRetreats.com; Dates, other locations, brochure, call 1-877-282-4244.
saturday
Tai Chi and Tea – Proven technique for increasing
energy, balance and endurance, with Dr David Wong
Yee and his famous tea! 9-10am, $12, Get Healthy
Vitamins & Natural Foods, Thrive and Learn Room,
4011 Tampa Rd, Oldsmar, 813-475-7255.
Healing Mantra Circle – Master Shifu Orlando
Schiaffino combines the energies of ancient Tibetan
Crystals, Singing Bowls, Mantras and Mudras with
Reiki for balance, healing and meditation. Open to
everyone for personal growth and healing. Dress
comfortably; bring a mat, blanket or pillow. All are
welcome; no experience needed. 9:30-10:15am, $10,
Sadana Center, 2165 N Hercules Ave, Clearwater,
727-642-2313, SadanaCenter.com.
Reiki Sharing – (2nd Saturday monthly) Experience
the most profound, powerful & gentle relaxation
technique, feel renewed and lighter; re–establish
healthy frequencies to cells and atoms bringing back
health to cells and tissues. Complements any form
of therapy. 10am-3:30pm, Call for appointment 813334-7424 Maria, 813-425-2596 Dr Marta Alarcon,
reikishrine@gmail.com.
Your Unlimited Mind: Intro to Self Hypnosis –
(last Saturday monthly) Patricia V Scott, Internationally Certified Master Trainer of hypnosis, teaches
how to discover untapped potentials, talents and
abilities using the power of your Unlimited Mind.
$35/prepaid; $45/door, CD/materials included, 1-4
pm, UP Hypnosis Institute, 800 Tarpon Woods
Blvd, Palm Harbor, 727-943-5003, 866-537-7746,
UPHypnosis.com.
Florida Native Plant Walk – Would your group like
a private Plant Walk? Rose Kalajian–Herbalist will
identify the native plants, trees and shrubs growing
on her seven acres in Wesley Chapel and describe
their medicinal powers. A vegan lunch and herbal
teas will be provided, 813-991-5177.