Our diet, or the food and drink we consume, is the most powerful determinant of our overall health and wellness. It can be our best ally, or our worst enemy. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to know how to build a healthy diet with all the conflicting dietary advice and plans out there. In this class a Board-Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant will share the basics of eating for health to promote overall health and wellness. The goal of this class is to educate and empower you with the foundational knowledge of how to structure a health promoting diet. You will meet your “nutrition heroes” and “nutrition bandits,” understand the difference between macro-and micro-nutrients, and learn how to keep track of food choices and notice attitudes pertaining to making changes. You will leave equipped with the knowledge to start making healthier food choices to reduce your risk for chronic diseases such as type II diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Students aged 16 and up are welcome to register for this class when a parent or guardian is also registered and attends the same class.

Get ready to learn a holistic approach to balancing your metabolism for increased energy and decreased body fat! In this class we will discuss the relationship between diet, bloodsugar, and insulin control in maintaining a healthy body composition and steady energy levels. You will learn factors that contribute to symptoms of blood sugar imbalances, how stress contributes to unhealthy weight gain, and how to set up a diet and lifestyle plan to reduce stress and support blood sugar stability. Most of the class will focus on how to build balanced meals that support healthy blood sugar levels and reduce sugar cravings. There will be time for you to ask questions and you will receive handouts to take with you to help you implement these suggestions at home!

Students aged 16 and up are welcome to register when a parent or guardian is also registered and attends the same class.

Inflammation is vital and a natural part of our body’s response to injury and infection. Without inflammation, wounds would fester, and infections could quickly become deadly. We can have too much of a good thing though, and inflammation that goes on too long can become problematic. Chronic inflammation is linked to several medical conditions such as Alzheimer’s Disease, heart disease and stroke, cancer, asthma, auto-immune disorders, and type 2 diabetes. In this class you will learn how to naturally manage and reduce excessive inflammation through lifestyle and diet modifications.

Students aged 16 and up are welcome to register when a parent or guardian is also registered and attends the same class

Many women deal with debilitating symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, increased belly fat, poor memory, loss of sex drive, difficulty sleeping, and PMS in the years leading up to menopause. The good news is that there are dietary and lifestyle modifications women can implement to support their hormones and reduce their perimenopause symptoms. This class will cover what causes perimenopause symptoms and some of the diet and lifestyle factors that can affect symptom severity. You will walk away with a better understanding of what is going on in your body during these tumultuous years and how to naturally support yourself through diet and lifestyle.

Students aged 17 and up are welcome to register when a parent or guardian is also registered and attends the same class.

Explore the fascinating world of medicinal mushrooms in this engaging and informative class! Participants will learn about the therapeutic properties of various fungi, including reishi, turkey tail, and chaga. The course will cover the science behind mushroom pharmacology, traditional uses, and modern applications in wellness. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced herbalist, this class offers valuable insights into natural healing through mushroom medicine. A variety pack of locally grown dried mushrooms will be provided to take home.

Students aged 14 and up are welcome to register when a parent or guardian is also registered and attends the same class.

A supply fee of $15 per person is due and payable to the instructor the day of class.