The origins of dragon boat racing go back over 2,000 years to ancient China. Now the sport is growing in popularity worldwide and you have just taken the first step to get in on the fun. When Riverfront Recapture started the Riverfront Dragon Boat & Asian Festival in 2000 we had 20 teams. Last year we had 69 teams including 44 from the local community and 25 Club teams from out of state. Teams are sponsored by companies, non-profit community organizations, and individuals. A complete team requir …

JUSTFOOD was conceived with the purpose of sharing awareness about the forms of nourishment we process through our mental, physical, spiritual, and energetic selves and promotes looking at how each layer of our being plays a role in supporting sustainable environments as a whole. JUSTFOOD is more than just about food; it’s about creating a lifestyle that loves you back. By asking the question “what nourishes me?” we can begin to align ourselves with practices that support our highest Nature and …

We are a group of individuals interested in holistic health and green living.  Our group offers monthly meetings the second Thursday of each month on a variety of topics as well as activities such as playgroups, Mom's nights out, book clubs, social gatherings, and more! This Meetup is for members and potential members.  While it is free to join this Meetup to check out all that our community offers, we do ask that after 60 days you will become a member of our group. There is an annual membershi …

This group is a forum to share knowledge and discover the joys and benefits of eating whole, nutrient-dense foods made the way nature intended. Learn about the Nourishing Traditions and Weston A. Price methods of nourishing the mind and body through real, whole, traditional foods and an omnivorous diet. What are traditional foods? Traditional foods include organic fruits and vegetables, high quality fats (butter, ghee, coconut oil, etc) grass-fed and pastured meats, free-range eggs, organic dai …

Eating...the Angel Way is a series of Ten Guidelines based on a series of Divine messages that address food, diet and body images. These messages have been received through Annie Kelleher, a gifted intuitive and writer. The purpose of this group is to share the messages. This group is open to anyone who is interested in learning a loving approach to food and diet.

Group fitness is a great way to stay motivated and lose weight! I wanted to start this meetup to help Fairfield county residents lose weight with our bootcamp classes! It's easy to join, the workouts will be tough but you'll feel great after and you'll lose weight and tone up! I'll also provide you with the nutritional/meal plan tools you'll need to accelerate your weight loss!

Sometimes it is easier to go for a run or walk if someone does it with you. The trouble is that it can be hard to find that someone. So, we here at Fleet Feet Sports decided to formally host meet-up runs at various times during the week including: Mon & Wed @ 6am: about 10-15 runners, mostly women - paces from 9-11 min/mile Wed @ 6:30pm: about 20-30 runners - all ages and paces Thurs @ 6:30pm: Track Workout at St. Joseph College (40-60 people, all ages and abilities) Sat mornings - several group …

Health 2.0 Hartford is a non-profit local chapter of the national Health 2.0 organization.  The focus of this chapter is to provide a forum for discussing ways of improving Healthcare using Web 2.0 technologies.  At our meetings we will discuss innovations within the Healthcare space and showcase Healthcare technology companies.  Furthermore, we will explore mhealth, PMR/EMR (Personal Health Records/Electronic Medical Records), and the role Social media plays in improving Patient experience. All …

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Starting April 2nd from 6:30 - 7:30pm we will be meeting on Monday's and Wednesday's at the Bethany Lutheran Church for 8 weeks to get our Body's Back!!!! 16 Boot Camp type classes, nutritional guidance and personal coaching. This is for women only!!! Leave feeling stronger than ever!!!

We are a group of people from all walks of life who are passionate about Health & Wellness. Our goal is to nurture, support and cultivate a group of like-minded people who wish to live healthy, in what is quickly becoming, an unhealthy world. We strive to offer a variety of well organized, health related activities such as: Cooking classes/demos to learn healthy, organic, whole food preparation Dining at Vegetarian and Vegan restaurants Guest speakers to discuss healthy living and holistic opti …

This is a new group formed to promote eating a healthy, plant-based diet that is open to the public. Each meeting will have an educational topic and a vegan/vegetarian potluck dinner. Attendees are asked to bring food to share as well as paying a fee of $7.00 for adults and $3.00 for children 6 - 13 years, 5 and under are free. First meeting is Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 6:30 PM at Jack Jackter Elementary School, Room 78 in Colchester, CT

Are you a mom looking to get back in shape after having a baby but don't want to pay for a babysitter? Baby Boot Camp is for you! Baby Boot Camp classes combine strength-training exercises with cardiovascular drills in 60-minute sessions. Pilates, yoga and abdominal exercises help improve core strength. Classes are taught by a nationally certified personal trainer with a specialty in pre- and post- natal fitness. Classes will be held Monday, Wednesday and Friday at The Shoppes at Farmington Vall …

This TOPS Chapter is open to the general public (Take Off Pounds Sensibly)  The main focus of this chapter is for MEN and WOMEN who are Post-Op Weight Loss Surgery Recipients, Past the Honeymoon Period. If you are a Veteran Weight Loss Surgery Patient who is struggling to maintain your weight loss or have watched the poinds creep up and feel devastated, alone,  with no place to turn . Then this your way back HOME This is open to any procedure ( RNY, Lap-band or Sleeve etc.), any length of time o …

This group is for anyone interested in getting into the best shape of your life at any age through fitness and dance! Looking forward to sharing my experience and passion of both with you!

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If you are interested in an active lifestyle and want to continue and protect your health you may want to check out our group. We offer: WELL Read: Our monthly book club related to health and fitness. WELL Said: Expert presentations on specific health topics i.e.,  Optimized Structure For Optimal Performance:How Optimized Structure Can Help You Be The Very Best Runner With The Least Amount Of Injuries. WELL Informed: Expert panel discusses on topical and controversial health topics i.e., Pal …

"This is a group interested in exercise, working out, weight loss, strength training, adding lean muscle and cardiovascular exercise, etc . I started this group to teach people the positive roll working out and being active has on your life. You can feel years younger and be full of energy, while becoming a much healthier person. Looking forward to meeting beginners and busy professionals who want to find out more on fitness and nutrition."

Learn about key medicinal herbs and Nutritionals to use in a clinical setting for the support of optimum health and vitality. Understand the methods by which the body utilizes Whole Food Nutrients for all key metabolic and system functions. Learn the difference between synthetic, synthesized, laboratory grown vitamin isolates and full Vitamin Complexes found in nature. Explore how each impact our health in varying ways.

This group helps parents learn natural options & strategies as well as offer support. All those dealing with Children having ADD/ADHD Symptoms are invited to attend. Your child does not have to be diagnosed as ADD or ADHD to attend, just exhibiting symptoms. I started this group because when my daughter was diagnosed ADHD, the only line of defense given to me by the doctors was to medicate her with a Narcotic. I have found that these types of symptoms can occur for many reasons & could be relate …

Welcoming everyone wanting to become more natural. Natural living and natural health is clearly on the rise. But wading through the vast number of books and other resources can be exhausting. This group focuses on offering events for healthy living to help get you started and further strategies for motivating you along the path to optimal healthy living. Join with us to discover that healthy eating and natural living can be fabulous!

Welcome to an open forum to enhance loving-kindness between present / soon-to-be parents and their little ones. Let's share time together ONLINE on our free Facebook Forum (we are a closed group) and IN PERSON with circles and potlucks running weekly. In our time together, you will find tips, tools and techniques with a focus on life as an interconnected being. Mindfulness, movement, nutrition, kalmkids kreative play, aromatherapy, and so much more... You will also find weekly "Ways to Unwind" w …

This is a group for people within the New Haven/Hamden area who's looking for someone to get fit with. I'll be creating events to work out together at the Hamden Planet Fitness and very soon outdoor group workouts. I'll also recommend other health related events.

Hi! I'm a 37 year old woman seeking exercise that is worthwhile and fun.  And, I formed this group so that I'm not alone in doing so!  The only qualifications to be a member is: you must be a woman and/or female gender.  Otherwise, all levels from beginner to expert are welcome!  Secondly, please don't hesitate or avoid doing something that you think is fun; this is a respectful group of all and the only focus is on roller skating and hooping fun. So, put your hesitation and excuses aside and jo …

Are you interested in transforming your health and weight through a nutritious eating plan and healthy lifestyle? The Processed-Free Living support group can greatly increase your chances for success. Dee McCaffrey, founder of Processed-Free America and author of The Science of Skinny, lost 100 pounds and has kept the weight off for over 20 years by staying away from processed foods—and through giving and receiving support to others who are on the same path. The Science of Skinny details her jou …

Hello! My name is Dawn Mckenna and I'm hosting this meetup to support slow food with the hope that more people will take the time to enjoy life and fellowship over food. Slow food is a reaction to a fast food lifestyle predominant in today's culture. it's about more than food; it's about connecting to the wider social, environmental and spiritual elements around us. The most important thing, in my opinion, about the movement is that good food and atmosphere bring people together - family, friend …

Calling all young professionals and recent college graduates! You've spent a decade exercising your mind to attend a great university, land that great corporate job, or build your business...(and the list goes on!). NOW is the time for a FULL BODY MAKEOVER! Let your outward appearance reflect your inner beauty thru fitness and proper nutrition. FBM is a group designed for 20-something New Haven residents who are ready to embrace CHANGE! Let's work together and support one another on fitness, wei …

This is a group for anyone interested in health and fitness, Crossfit, functional fitness, nutrition, sport and competitive performance, olympic lifting, strength training, obstacle courses, mud runs and outdoor fitness events, Paleo food, sports, the outdoors and other activities. Plus making friends with similar interests. This is a social group not a business so there will be no selling anything or costs. What is functional fitness? Practical exercise that helps in every day situations and in …