Community Classes
HCM offers Community Classes to promote well being, socialization, and quality-of-life programs at reasonable fees. We partner with local instructors to offer classes at various sites in the Highlands community. We also offer free wellness programs (see further down).
Class sessions run for 8 weeks for $40 per session from September through June (some classes may continue through summer). Some Tai Chi classes are free, being offered through our Senior Outreach Program. However, beginning Tai Chi classes are first required in order to enroll in these ongoing free classes. Beginning Tai Chi classes are offered 2-3 times per year at the $40 rate.
Vinyasa Yoga with Sharon Weis
Vinyasa is a style of yoga characterized by stringing postures together so that you move from one to another, seamlessly, using breath. It is commonly referred to as “flow” yoga. Because the challenging poses are done in quick succession, Vinyasa yoga helps build muscle strength while improving your fitness.
Sharon offers 8 week sessions between Sept. and May, and one 4-week session in June, with July and August being off for the summer. You can try out the first class to see if it’s right for you and if not, you won’t be charged. Session payment due by the end of the first class. You can call Sharon directly at 502/939-2895 for more information. Click here to view our event calendar for open class registration.
2 locations: Thursdays at Strathmoor Presbyterian Church and Mondays at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church.
Tai Chi Yang Family Style
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that today is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing.
Free ongoing Tai Chi classes are held Monday and Tuesday mornings and Wednesday evenings. In order to attend, beginning classes need to be completed and cost $40 for an 8-week session. Beginning classes are offered 2-3 times per year in the spring and fall. For Fall 2021, classes are hopeful to begin in late Sept. or early Oct., but depends on the state of the pandemic. Click here to view our event calendar for beginning classes registration. For more information, contact Instructor Jeff Graham at (502) 836-5455.
Location: HCM 1228 E. Breckinridge St., 40204
Tai Chi For Balance & Fall Prevention
Instructor Lisa Nutt offers beginning and advanced classes for those struggling with balance issues.
Tuesdays at 1pm for Beginners and 2pm for Advanced
$40 for 8 weeks, start anytime
Location: HCM 1228 E. Breckinridge St., 40204
Call Lisa (502) 533-8208 for more information and to register.
Painting with Watercolors
Watercolor is a simple medium, made with pigment and gum arabic, and is applied with a brush and water to white paper, resulting in a purity and clarity unmatched by other painting media. Despite, or perhaps because of, its simplicity, watercolor paints can be subtle or glowingly expressive.
Dan Church has retired from teaching the HCM watercolor classes. We are seeking a new instructor.
Classes are held once a week, for $40 for an 8-week session. Location: HCM 1228 E. Breckinridge St., 40204
Free Wellness Programs
HCM offers free wellness programs to help with some everyday needs, socialization, support, and some specific issues. We partner with local professionals who bring their expertise to these sessions.
Practical Education Classes
Budgeting, nutrition and meal planning, how things work and using today’s electronic tools are just a few things you will learn in this 4-month program, as well as some fun and socialization. Learn skills to help you and your family manage important life changes.
Acupuncture for Veterans and First Responders
The Louisville Acupuncture Project offers free sessions for Veterans and First responders. Twice monthly sessions resumed in July 2021. First and Third Wednesdays, 6-7:30 pm (arrive by 6:15 for full and proper treatment). Please call provider, Martha Graziano, for more information: (502) 489-1068.
Location: HCM, 1228 E. Breckinridge St., 40204
Encounter Support and Recovery Group
by South East Christian Ministry
Encounter is a ministry of Southeast Christian Church focused on the power of connecting to others in a support & recovery group.
Encounter is a community of people seeking help and healing for the areas of life that are hurting right now.
Encounter is open to any adult regardless of background or belief. We offer support in areas such as anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, and more. We would love for you to join us.
Thursdays 2-3 pm
Location: HCM, 1228 E. Breckinridge St., 40204
