Free Health & Fitness Topics in Chicago
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Self-Defense
Peter Honigmann, Founder and Head Instructor, Best Defense Concepts, LLC
Offering presentations, seminars or hands-on classes in basic self-defense. The presentation can cover the following topics: law of self-defense, situational awareness and de-escalation, simple and effective strikes and techniques for dealing with the most common street attacks, how to defend against attacker's with weapons, the use of improvised weapons/pepper spray, or any other self-defense related topics of interest to the group. MORE >
Presentations will be tailored to the group and the topic.I am only available to give presentations weekday evenings and weekends, and limit my travel to suburbs north of Chicago.
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Protected: Taoist Tai Chi Demo
Stella "Sally" Bryant, Instructor, Taoist Tai Chi Society
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Self-Defense for Seniors
Peter Honigmann, Founder and Head Instructor, Best Defense Concepts, LLC
I've been teaching teaching self-defense to seniors at libraries, senior centers, park districts and retirement centers throughout Northern Illinois since 2012. My presentations to seniors focus on being observant, using verbal skills to de-escalate a situation, complying with demands for property, and then only as a last resort using very simple self-defense techniques to disable an attacker, including: the use of a cane or walking stick, improvised weapons such as pens, flashlights, and magazines, and the use of pepper spray. MORE >
I include inspiring stories of other seniors who have successfully defended themselves against various attacks.I am only available to give presentations weekday evenings and weekends, and limit my travel to suburbs north of Chicago.
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Start On The Road To Better Health!
Scott Cabrera, DC, Clinic Director, Higgins Sports & Spinal Rehab, SC
Hit the ground running on your way to better health. This entertaining presentation will give you simple and valuable techniques designed for you to reach your optimal level of health.
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Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Lydia Galan, Outreach Coordinator, Pillars Community Health
A Pillars Community Health staff member can be available to present such topics as “Healthy Teen Relationships,” “Domestic Violence in the Workplace,” and “Smack’d” (separate presentations available for teens and adults).“Smack’d” involves a staff member offering statistics and a survivor sharing his/her personal story; this presentation is regularly provided to hospitals, schools, and churches, among other venues. MORE >
A Pillars Community Health staff member could also present on sexual violence topics such as “Sexual Health,” “Stop Porn Culture,” “Stalking Awareness,” “Sexual Assault Awareness,” and “Child Abuse Awareness.” -
The Solution to America’s Health Crisis
Robert Zoboski, DC, DACO, MS, President, Family Chiropractic Care S.C.
By following an individualized three step approach, patients can realize reduction of cardiovascular risk, increased energy, and a much greater quality of life. This presentation also describes a novel concept of redesigning the system of health care delivery in the United States.
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Back in the Swing
Betsy Voyles, President, FitGolf Performance Center
Betsy will discuss golf-related health and fitness topics. Her talk is very interactive and any length of lecture/seminar is available.
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Second Act – Seminar for Breast Cancer Survivors
Pattie Cagney Sheehan, Owner, Second Act Cancer Recovery Boutique
Pattie talks about early detection, how to do a proper self-breast exam, Medicare and insurance issues, and more. Second Act is Chicago's only accredited cancer recovery boutique.
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Optimal Performance
Dr. Frank Sassetti, PsyD, CPT
Dr, Sassetti has created a curriculum of how to be at your best to do your best. By creating a healthy body along with a focused and resilient mind, anyone can position him/herself to perform at optimal levels, no matter what the endeavor. Any audience will learn the importance of the relationship between the body and mind and how a this relationship forms the foundation for optimal performance/success. Participants will learn practical tools to implement immediately to being on their path to optimal performance. MORE >
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Natural Pain Control and Your Child’s Health
Paul Varnas, DC, DACBN, Holistic Chiropractor and Owner, Whole Health America
Discover how to keep children off medication and antibiotics using natural, drug free ways to control your child’s pain.