University of New Mexico Division of Continuing Education
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
http://www.dce.unm.edu

Solar Energy and Energy Conservation

Members of the New Mexico Solar Energy Association will teach this introductory level course. Subjects include active and passive solar water heating, home energy conservation, radiant floor and space heating, photovoltaics, solar electricity, and solar cooking. Solar industry professionals will be invited as guest speakers. This course is designed to help everyone feel more comfortable with re......
 

This course is designed for the homeowner who is considering a landscape project, as an introductory course for those considering making landscape design a career or for installation professionals who wish to expand their skills in the design field. There is an emphasis on practical approaches that take into account all of the family’s needs and wants as well as compliance with the changin......
 

This is a three part class that will help you discover Feng Shui and celebrate your home. Part 1: Your Home in Harmony explores interior and exterior energy flow. You’l learn to detect different types of energy, and how to use "cures" to correct imbalances. Furniture placement is emphasized. The art of creating healthy homes and basic space clearing techniques will also be discus......
 

Learn modern, comprehensive elements of adobe home building from the site layout to the finish details. Subjects include permits, foundations, floors, walls, mechanical and electrical systems, wood beam techniques, solar advantages, and other design elements. Each meeting will include a lecture, question and answer period, and demonstrations. One Saturday field trip to be arranged in class....
 

Stress is something that we all suffer from at one time or another in our lives. We will explore the background of stress, causes of stress and resulting effects, why some stress is valuable and why most is not. Both mental and physical techniques that are very effective in controlling or eliminating unwanted stress will be discussed and actual practice in stress management and relaxation techn......
 

Reflexology is a wonderful way to receive excellent effective bodywork that involves the feet or hands only. Reflexology improves your circulation, which carries oxygen and nutrition to all your cells and organs. This encourages the body to do its job efficiently. Reflexology is very simple and can be practiced anywhere. Some people do not like the idea of oils and lotions and removing of cloth......
 

Nutrition plays a critical and often under appreciated role for our health and well-being. This broad-ranging course will explore the intimate relationship between organisms and their food supply from early life forms through modern humans. We will take a "cradle to the grave" perspective as we review the latest research related to fetal growth, development, cognition, cancer, health,......
 

Prepare for a variety of administrative positions in the medical industry, including Admitting Clerk, Medical Biller, Claims Processor and Medical Front Office. Learn third party payer billing, state and federal rules and regulations, compliance issues, HIPAA, patient record keeping, patient registration, and scheduling. Review reimbursement methodologies, fee schedule reimbursement and charge-......
 

Enhance your Pilates experience by combining mat exercises with the fitness circle. The fitness circle was created by Joseph Pilates as a versatile exercise aid. This class will further challenge muscular strength and endurance, adding the extra benefit of an increased level of resistance. The fitness circle will strengthen the upper body and the and lower body as well as help to achieve greate......
 

This course teaches the First Section of the traditional Yang Style: 108 movement Long Form of T’ai Chi Ch’uan, the most widely practiced form of T’ai Chi in the world. Regular practice of T’ai Chi Ch’uan has many documented health benefits, including stress reduction, enhanced body awareness, improved balance and lower body strength, and relief of certain knee conditio......
 

Specifically for women, this popular class began in 1993. This beginning course emphasizes using proper weight lifting techniques and focuses on muscle toning using light to moderate weights. Basic anatomy and different types of strength training will be consistently noted. Enrollment is limited to 12 students to insure individual attention. It is designed for healthy women with no apparent phy......
 

Taekwondo combines powerful kicks, blocks and punches with a spiritual philosophy that results in a profound sense of confidence, finely-tuned instincts, enhanced vitality, and of course, expertise in self-defense. This class is for students who want to train in a disciplined atmosphere where one’s best effort is expected and the desire to excel is encouraged. Both traditional methods and ......
 

Tired of suffering from stress, allergies, headaches, fatigue, back pain, depression, and insomnia? Have you wondered about how Oriental Medicine (OM) could benefit you? Sometimes, low-carb diets, massages and gym workouts just aren’t enough to keep you fit, healthy and vibrant. OM’s 6 branches provide a 5000-year-old road map to vitality, which is a primary healthcare system for 60% ......
 

Would you like to be able to give a relaxing massage to friends and loved ones? Do you wonder about becoming a professional massage therapist? Come and experience the therapeutic and nurturing touch of massage in this hands-on class. Full body techniques for stress and injury are taught. Professional draping practices are used. Bring 2 sheets and a towel and dress comfortably. Bring massage oil......
 

T’ai Chi Chih - Serenity in Activity, is a series of 19 movements and one pose, which were originated by the T’ai Chi Master, Justin Stone. The new technique, T’ai Chi Chih, does not have the martial arts, self defense influence. T’ai Chi Chih can be easily learned in a short eight week period, with benefits usually beginning from the first class. The purpose of T’ai Ch......
 

Enjoy the beauty, grace, and power of this purely defensive and non-competitive martial art! Aikido is a modern Japanese art that utilizes holds, throws, and joint locks to redirect attacks through harmony and without the use of great physical strength. Through time, Aikido allows anyone, regardless of age or physical condition, to learn to control, contain, redirect, and deflect any attack usi......
 

Learn how to kickbox and punch and get a great workout at the same time! In this course you will develop self-confidence as you learn essential kickboxing techniques in a supportive, safe class environment. We will train with heavy bags, speed bags and kickboxing pads. This may be the most fun workout you’ve ever tried. Come on time to wrap your hands and warm up. Bring gym clothes and tow......
 

Rediscover your body through yoga with your baby! yoga can be a wonderful bonding opportunity for mothers and babies. In this class we will focus on yoga poses that both help the body recover from childbirth, and specifically address the day to day needs of new mothers. We will learn how yoga can ease aching shoulders after hours of holding a baby, how to strengthen our core abdominal muscles w......
 

Restorative yoga is a deeply relaxing way of practicing yoga. With the use of yoga props, such as belts, blocks, blankets, bolsters and chairs, the student is able to achieve the form of the yoga pose without using much muscular strength. This enables the student to hold poses for a greater length of time and facilitates a deep release. Restorative yoga practice helps to soothe the nervous syst......
 

Experience the vitality and relaxation that result from the practice of hatha yoga. Classes include instruction in classical yoga postures, relaxation, and basic breathing techniques. The postures develop strength, flexibility, stamina, and balance while releasing accumulated stress and tension. These precise postures require mental focus, which brings a state of harmony to body and mind. The p......
 

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