Offerings
7-Ingredient Meals: A Full Series
Get excited about dinner with these seven ingredient (or less) dishes that you can have on the table in 30 minutes. In this hands-on culinary class, discover simple ways to incorporate more vegetables in your meals, while taking the challenge out of weeknight meal planning. Learn time-saving tips and prep methods. Take the series of two classes, at a discounted rate, or sign up for either of the single session topics. Week 1 is Soups & Salads, week 2 is Main Meals.
April 20-27, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
April 20-27, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
7-Ingredient Meals: Main Meals
Get excited about dinner with these seven ingredient (or less) main dishes that you can have on the table in 30 minutes. In this hands-on culinary class, discover simple ways to incorporate more vegetables into your meals, while taking the challenge out of weeknight meal planning. Learn timesaving tips and prep methods. Nutritious, delicious, and quick are what will be happening in your kitchen with Indian Butter Chicken, Tomatillo Turkey Chili, and Gazpacho Cod in Parchment.
Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
7-Ingredient Meals: Soups & Salads
Get excited about dinner with these seven ingredient (or less) dishes that you can have on the table in 30 minutes. In this hands-on culinary class, discover simple ways to incorporate more vegetables into your meals, while taking the challenge out of weeknight meal planning. Learn timesaving tips and prep methods. Nutritious, delicious, and quick are what will be happening in your kitchen with Butternut Squash Soup, Roasted Pear & Celery Salad, and Roasted Broccoli Salad.
Sunday, April 20, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Sunday, April 20, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Alzheimer's Association: Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
This course details common behavior changes and how they are a form of communication, non-medical approaches to behaviors, and recognizing when additional help is needed.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | 5:00pm-6:30pm PST | Bend
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | 5:00pm-6:30pm PST | Bend
Better Bones and Balance®
The Better Bones and Balance program, developed by researchers at the Bone Research Lab at Oregon State University, uses targeted exercises that reduce the rate of bone loss, improve strength and balance, and reduce the risk of falls.
January 13, 2025 to March 10, 2025 | 11:00am-12:00pm PST | Online
January 21, 2025 to March 13, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm PST | Bend
January 21, 2025 to March 13, 2025 | 12:30pm-1:30pm PST | Redmond
March 31, 2025 to May 21, 2025 | 11:00am-12:00pm PDT | Online
April 15, 2025 to May 22, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT | Bend
January 13, 2025 to March 10, 2025 | 11:00am-12:00pm PST | Online
January 21, 2025 to March 13, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm PST | Bend
January 21, 2025 to March 13, 2025 | 12:30pm-1:30pm PST | Redmond
March 31, 2025 to May 21, 2025 | 11:00am-12:00pm PDT | Online
April 15, 2025 to May 22, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT | Bend
Buddhist Point of View
Buddha taught we all have a naturally conscious and loving presence. However, we get distracted by our reactions to life situations and develop habits of mind that overshadow our original compassionate nature. This class will explore the Buddhist point of view by exploring the principles and practices of the tradition that help us reawaken the original mind.
January 23, 2025 to March 6, 2025 | 7:00pm-8:30pm PST | Bend
January 23, 2025 to March 6, 2025 | 7:00pm-8:30pm PST | Bend
Cleanse and Restore: Foods, Habits, and Herbs for Detoxification
Imagine relieving fatigue and improving sleep. Imagine resolving skin issues and improving digestion. Imagine reducing food cravings and shedding weight. These are all symptoms of an overburdened liver in need of detoxification support. In this class you'll learn how toxins accumulate in the body and how detoxification works. You'll learn which foods and herbs enhance your body's natural detoxification and simple activities and habits that are detoxification supportive.
Thursday, May 8, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend
Thursday, May 8, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend
CPR - Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
The AHA's BLS Course is designed for healthcare professionals and other personnel who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support skills. The HeartCode BLS Provider provides the same education and certification as the standard BLS with a convenient online portion that can be done at home followed by an in-person 2.5-hour skills session. See Additional Course Information for details on the in-person skills session guidelines.
Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:30pm PST | Bend
Friday, February 21, 2025 | 9:00am-11:30am PST | Bend
Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 6:00pm-8:30pm PST | Bend
Friday, February 21, 2025 | 9:00am-11:30am PST | Bend
CPR - Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider (Renewal Course)

This course contains no sessions at this time.
Creative Expression through Art Journaling
Discover the transformative power of art journaling. This immersive, hands-on course is designed for all levels. Whether a seasoned artist, or complete beginner, this course will guide you through the process of combining visual art with written expression, to create a personal and reflective journal. Explore a variety of art techniques, materials, and prompts, to tap into your creativity and document your inner journey.
March 1-22, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PST | Bend
March 1-22, 2025 | 9:00am-12:30pm PST | Bend
Culinary Herbs 101
Explore the special vibrancy and nutrition that culinary herbs add to our foods with Integrative Nutritionist Dianne Porter. Learn to appreciate the aroma and flavor of culinary herbs as we explore their historical uses and their science-based medicinal applications. Class includes hands-on cooking with fresh herbs and delicious recipes. On the menu: chicken sage and garlic sausage patties, rosemary farinata, and za'atar roasted cauliflower.
Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Sunday, May 18, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Digestion 101: Healing from Chronic GI Issues
Are you suffering with gut issues? Gas and bloating, chronic constipation, food sensitivities, irritable bowel syndrome, etc.? In this class, you'll learn about your body's gut anatomy, how digestion is supposed to work and common signals your body is sending you to let you know what's wrong. You'll discover foods to include, foods to avoid, and lifestyle support that can help. You'll also learn when to seek help for further diagnostics. If you're ready to turn your gut issues around, this class is for you.
Thursday, May 22, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend
Thursday, May 22, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend
Gluten-Free Baking
Get inspired with these gluten and dairy-free recipes that are sure to please everyone at your table. Whether you are gluten and/or dairy-free, or love someone who is, you'll earn confidence in baking delicious and healthy treats using a variety of GF flours and baking techniques, as well as troubleshooting common alternative baking challenges.
Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 10:00am-1:00pm PST | Bend
Saturday, March 8, 2025 | 10:00am-1:00pm PST | Bend
Growing Medicinal Herbs in Central Oregon
Central Oregon is a challenging growing environment, but many medicinal herbs thrive here. This class will explore medicinal garden designs, propagation techniques, and herbs that thrive in this region. We will explore individual herbs and their uses. The class also includes a field trip to Oregon Wild Harvest, a local medicinal herb farm, located in Culver, Oregon. Students are responsible for transportation to the field session.
May 28-31, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
May 28-31, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga focuses on stretching and strengthening the body, and promotes relaxation and mindfulness. In Sanskrit, 'hatha' means life force, or increasing one's internal vital energy. This Hatha Yoga series will include breathing practices, asanas, and short meditation practices. Offerings will build upon the experience and interest of participants. The class is open to beginners as well as experienced yogis. A typical class will include a 5-10 minute arrival practice including introduction to pranayama (breathing practices), short mindful meditation, and intention setting. Asanas (poses) will focus on sun salutations and foundational yoga postures, with modifications.
January 7, 2025 to February 18, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:45pm PST | Bend
May 6, 2025 to June 10, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:45pm PDT | Bend
January 7, 2025 to February 18, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:45pm PST | Bend
May 6, 2025 to June 10, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:45pm PDT | Bend
Healthy Blood Sugar Series
High blood sugar affects an estimated 35% of Americans and is on the rise. This class offers those with pre-diabetes a chance to balance blood sugar levels through diet and lifestyle adjustments - and prevent their condition from becoming diabetes. The second class in the series will put you in the kitchen, to learn to cook some healthy, but delicious recipes, that help manage your blood sugars. Students may register for the full series, or either or the two standalone classes.
February 20-22, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PST | Bend
February 20-22, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PST | Bend
Healthy Blood Sugar Series: Balancing Blood Sugar with Nutrition
High blood sugar affects an estimated 35% of Americans and is on the rise. This class offers those with prediabetes a chance to balance blood sugar levels through diet and lifestyle adjustments - and prevent their condition from becoming diabetes. In this class, led by Integrative Nutritionist Dianne Porter, you'll discover which foods increase blood sugar levels and which ones are more stabilizing. You'll learn how to pair foods to optimize how your body handles glucose and insulin. And you'll understand how to make smart food choices while still enjoying dining out.
Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PST | Bend
Thursday, February 20, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PST | Bend
Healthy Blood Sugar Series: Healthy Cooking for Blood Sugar Balance
Diet can be essential to balancing blood sugar. In this hands-on cooking class, you'll discover specific foods to help stabilize blood sugar, and which combinations of foods support a healthy blood sugar response in your body. You'll gain hands-on experience cooking blood sugar-healthy foods for every meal of the day: Potato, Asparagus, and Mushroom Hash; Curried Chicken Thighs with Veggies; and Pecan Shortbread Cookies. And you'll get the recipes to try at home.
Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PST | Bend
Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PST | Bend
HeartSaver® Total - First-Aid, CPR/AED for Adults, Child, Infants
This course is a video-based, instructor-led course that teaches students critical skills needed to respond to and manage an emergency until emergency medical services arrives. This course uses AHA's research-proven practice-while-watching technique, which allows instructors to observe the students, provide feedback, and guide the students' learning of skills.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
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This course contains no sessions at this time.
Click here to inquire about the next scheduled session.
Herbal Strategies for Pain and Inflammation
Complementary and integrative health practices including the use of medicinal herbs have the potential to help alleviate pain and other symptoms of chronic pain. This course will review the mechanisms of pain and provide an overview of herbs that can help to treat chronic pain. Hands-on activities include making topical pain relieving liniments, tincture, and bath teas to use at home.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
This course contains no sessions at this time.
Improving Lab Test Results Through Nutrition
Have you ever wondered how what you eat may influence your annual lab tests results? You are what you eat, as the saying goes. Join Integrative Nutritionist Dianne Porter and examine common lab tests such as the complete metabolic panel, complete blood count, lipid panel, and key essential nutrients. We'll explore what these results mean to your health and discover how you can use your diet to create positive changes in your labs - and your health!
Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend
Thursday, June 5, 2025 | 10:00am-12:00pm PDT | Bend
Introduction to Restorative Yoga
Restorative yoga is a powerful sequence of supported therapeutic postures to turn on the body's natural healing capacity. This is an experience of holding shapes while being supported with bolsters, blankets and sandbags to add traction, grounding and increased range of motion. Props support the body to open and lengthen gradually.
January 23, 2025 to March 13, 2025 | 11:00am-12:15pm PST | Bend
March 31, 2025 to May 21, 2025 | 12:15pm-1:00pm PDT | Online
April 10, 2025 to May 15, 2025 | 11:00am-12:15pm PDT | Bend
January 23, 2025 to March 13, 2025 | 11:00am-12:15pm PST | Bend
March 31, 2025 to May 21, 2025 | 12:15pm-1:00pm PDT | Online
April 10, 2025 to May 15, 2025 | 11:00am-12:15pm PDT | Bend
Mediterranean Sampler
Enjoy camaraderie, cooking, and culinary adventure in this cooking class. We'll work in teams to create a Mediterranean Sampler and share appetizers, an entrée, and dessert with regional wine pairings. On the menu: Hummus and veggies; Prosciutto-wrapped dates; Cod in saffron broth with chorizo and potatoes; Lemon-anise biscotti; Regional wines. All recipes will be prepared gluten and dairy-free as well as low-glycemic. Please contact the instructor with any additional food sensitivities.
Sunday, March 16, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Sunday, March 16, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
This course is a scientifically researched program designed to introduce fundamental mindfulness and meditation training for reducing stress and bringing greater resilience, life balance, and well-being into everyday life.
The program consists of eight weekly sessions with an additional silent retreat day. It is a practical yet also intensive approach that trains attention, allowing people to develop more awareness and choices in their daily lives.
Instructor, Kim Young, is a qualified MBSR teacher and certified yoga instructor. Her training includes intensive practice with Solterreno Academy in Spain, Mindful Schools (USA), Mindfulness Thailand, Discovering Mindfulness, David Treleaven Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness, and Mindfulness in Schools Project (UK). Kim has also completed Mindful Self-Compassion courses and integrates this into her work.
March 4, 2025 to April 29, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST | Bend
The program consists of eight weekly sessions with an additional silent retreat day. It is a practical yet also intensive approach that trains attention, allowing people to develop more awareness and choices in their daily lives.
Instructor, Kim Young, is a qualified MBSR teacher and certified yoga instructor. Her training includes intensive practice with Solterreno Academy in Spain, Mindful Schools (USA), Mindfulness Thailand, Discovering Mindfulness, David Treleaven Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness, and Mindfulness in Schools Project (UK). Kim has also completed Mindful Self-Compassion courses and integrates this into her work.
March 4, 2025 to April 29, 2025 | 5:30pm-7:30pm PST | Bend
Oula for Everyone
Oula merges high-intensity cardio with easy-to-follow choreography, mindfulness practices, and a culture of inclusivity - all to an energetic pop soundtrack. Every Oula class empowers participants to challenge their bodies and process their emotions through music, movement, and most importantly, community connection. The focus is on "how you feel" rather than "how you look" so participants experience the freedom of a non-judgmental (of self and others) environment and community, rather than competition. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable athletic shoes.
January 27, 2025 to March 17, 2025 | 6:15pm-7:15pm PST | Bend
January 27, 2025 to March 17, 2025 | 6:15pm-7:15pm PST | Bend
Protect and Rebuild Your Bones Without Medication
Bone loss can be slowed and many times even reversed by following specific dietary, habit, and (especially) supplement practices. Your instructor has restored bone density from advanced osteopenia to normal bone density. Learn how supplementation with the three "calcium taxis" can help rebuild our bones. In contrast, calcium supplementation isn't always needed, and many Americans are getting too much calcium from pills, contributing to arterial plaque buildup. Learn how bone-rebuilding medications work and how they can weaken the bones.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 | 1:30pm-3:00pm PDT | Bend
Wednesday, April 16, 2025 | 1:30pm-3:00pm PDT | Bend
Reassessing and Managing Low Thyroid
Low thyroid hormones impact every cell and organ in the body. Many practitioners don't order all the tests needed to accurately identify your thyroid status, which can lead to a missed diagnosis or the wrong medication for treatment. You'll complete a thyroid questionnaire, learn the many symptoms of low thyroid, and receive easy instructions for basal body temperature testing. Learn which tests to request for a first assessment or if you've been diagnosed and treated for low thyroid but still have symptoms. We'll explore how foods like soy and wheat can interfere with thyroid function while iodine, selenium, and certain herbs can help.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 | 1:30pm-3:00pm PDT | Bend
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 | 1:30pm-3:00pm PDT | Bend
Reiki Level I
Reiki is a simple, natural, and safe method of healing and self-improvement that everyone can learn and use! In this class, learn about the history of Reiki, how to use it to promote healing for yourself and others, and practice giving and receiving Reiki. Students will receive a beautiful Reiki Level 1 manual and a personalized Reiki First Degree Certificate of Completion. This class qualifies for 5 Continuing Education hands-on contact hours for Oregon LMTs.
Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 10:00am-4:00pm PST | Bend
Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 10:00am-4:00pm PDT | Bend
Saturday, February 22, 2025 | 10:00am-4:00pm PST | Bend
Saturday, June 7, 2025 | 10:00am-4:00pm PDT | Bend
Relief from GERD aka Heartburn
Many Americans suffer from heartburn or other symptoms of GERD but never treat the cause. Both the underlying causes and the medications can lead to multiple long-term health problems, including breakdown of digestion and bone loss. Learn the foods, supplements and habits that can correct the condition and/or help reduce GERD symptoms.
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 | 1:30pm-3:00pm PDT | Bend
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 | 1:30pm-3:00pm PDT | Bend
Sauces From Around the World
Bring a world of flavors to your dinner table with easy gluten-free and dairy-free classic sauces that draw from various ethnic traditions. Gain mastery of the following sauces: Mexican Mole Sauce, Thai Coconut Curry, Mediterranean Caper Sauce, and Spanish Romesco Sauce. These sauces are bursting with flavor while accommodating common dietary restrictions.
Sunday, February 16, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PST | Bend
Sunday, February 16, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PST | Bend
Scam-Proof Living: Online Safety Essentials for Adults
Shopping and working online can be both rewarding and dangerous. Find out how to stay safe and access the internet with confidence.
Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 9:00am-12:00pm PDT | Online
Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 9:00am-12:00pm PDT | Online
Stroke 101: Stroke Awareness and Prevention
With a grant from the Central Oregon Health Council, Stroke Awareness Oregon has created a new community education program for Stroke awareness and prevention. The one-hour presentation covers the causes of stroke, how to spot the signs of stroke, what to do about it, stroke prevention, and life after a stroke.
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT | Redmond
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:30pm PDT | Bend
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | 1:00pm-2:00pm PDT | Redmond
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 5:30pm-6:30pm PDT | Bend
Taekwondo
Learn Taekwondo! Master Jung offers expert training in traditional martial arts, focusing on discipline, respect, and physical fitness. Taekwondo gives a total body workout while providing stress relief, practical self-defense skills, and increased self-confidence. Classes are taught at Master Jung's studio, Deschutes Jung's Taekwondo, and are open to community members 16 and above. This 8-week class is held once per week and leads up to optional belt testing. Master Jung is 4th-degree black belt in Taekwondo, 1st-degree blackbelt in Judo and Hapkido, and a professional boxer.
January 6, 2025 to February 24, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:20pm PST | Bend
January 7, 2025 to February 25, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:20pm PST | Bend
January 8, 2025 to February 26, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:20pm PST | Bend
January 9, 2025 to February 27, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:20pm PST | Bend
April 28, 2025 to June 16, 2025 | 6:40pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
April 29, 2025 to June 17, 2025 | 6:40pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
April 30, 2025 to June 18, 2025 | 6:40pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
May 1, 2025 to June 19, 2025 | 6:40pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
January 6, 2025 to February 24, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:20pm PST | Bend
January 7, 2025 to February 25, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:20pm PST | Bend
January 8, 2025 to February 26, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:20pm PST | Bend
January 9, 2025 to February 27, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:20pm PST | Bend
April 28, 2025 to June 16, 2025 | 6:40pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
April 29, 2025 to June 17, 2025 | 6:40pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
April 30, 2025 to June 18, 2025 | 6:40pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
May 1, 2025 to June 19, 2025 | 6:40pm-7:30pm PDT | Bend
Tai Chi
International Tai Chi Champion Master JianFeng Chen will help you start your journey of internal energy movement with the 8 and 24 Yang styles using humor, Eastern philosophy, and practical application. The benefits of Tai Chi include increased flexibility, balance, and strength.
March 18, 2025 to April 15, 2025 | 10:00am-10:45am PDT | Bend
March 18, 2025 to April 15, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:15pm PDT | Bend
March 18, 2025 to April 15, 2025 | 10:00am-10:45am PDT | Bend
March 18, 2025 to April 15, 2025 | 6:30pm-7:15pm PDT | Bend
Vegetarian Mediterranean Sampler
This hands-on cooking class explores the healthful, plant-based Mediterranean Diet, which has consistently ranked as a top choice in various categories, including Best Overall Diet by U.S. News & World Report. Students will prepare three vegetarian and gluten-free Mediterranean dishes: African Peanut Soup, Moroccan-Style Quinoa with Chickpeas, and Classic Italian Anise Biscotti.
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Sunday, April 6, 2025 | 2:00pm-5:00pm PDT | Bend
Veggies for Breakfast
A whopping 90% of us don't consume enough vegetables each day. Veggies help with weight loss, blood sugar regulation, skin, hair, and nail health and are cancer-protective. Swap the bagel for one of these veggie-filled breakfasts and get a head start on getting the recommended servings of vegetables each day. On the menu: Cauliflower Bake, Sausage Egg Cups (meatless option available), and Sweet Potato Hash. Please contact the instructor with any additional food sensitivities.
Sunday, June 1, 2025 | 11:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend
Sunday, June 1, 2025 | 11:00am-2:00pm PDT | Bend
Wildcrafting Central Oregon Herbs
Wondering what medicinal herbs grow in Central Oregon? This class will teach us how to identify and use medicinal plants. We will learn about how to ethically wildcraft herbs, which herbs are poisonous, and how Native People traditionally used plants. This class includes a lecture on local plants and culminates in a trip to Lookout Mountain to identify plants in their native habitat. The hike is moderate 3.0-3.5, with gains between 1,000-1,500 ft in elevation. Students are responsible for their own transportation to field location.
June 11-13, 2025 | 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend
June 11-13, 2025 | 5:30pm-8:00pm PDT | Bend