Newsletter 09
August 2010


LOF.FAMILIESKOLEN offers a wide range of classes taught in English, held in central Copenhagen, Gentofte, Hellerup and Holte.

In addition to the classes listed here, we are frequently adding new courses - for information regularly check out our website.

For more information please visit http://www.familieskolen.dk (look for English-language based classes in the side bar) or call our office on (+45) 45 80 67 00.

You can sign up for the classes on-line by clicking on the class number in this newsletter and then on the course page you click on "Tilmelding" and you are on your way to some great activities.

All nationalities are welcome.




PRENATAL YOGA IN ENGLISH

Do not start the class until the beginning of 2nd trimester

Stay healthy throughout your pregnancy. Yoga helps prepare your body and mind for giving birth, and makes you more comfortable throughout your pregnancy.

Yoga increases your body awareness, and improves strength, balance and concentration. Breathing and relaxation techniques are an important part of the practice.

For actual birthing training and theory about giving birth, do pre-natal classes as well.

Class 11930
Start: Tuesday 24.08.10, 17:15-18:45, Nørrebrogade 14 B, 2200 København N

Class 11927
Start: Tuesday 07.09.10, 0:15-11:45, Gentoftegade 71, 2820 Gentofte

Class 11921
Start: Friday 08.10.10, 08:30-10:00, Nørrebrogade 14 B, 2200 København N
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POSTNATAL YOGA - ENGLISH SPEAKING MOTHERS

Yoga helps strengthen and stabilise the body, helping it to recover after pregnancy and birth. The exercises enhance your body awareness and give you renewed energy.

The classes contain:
  • Yoga exercises which strengthen your abs, buttocks, pelvic floor and lower back
  • Circulation and balance exercises
  • Relaxation exercises for shoulders and neck
Your child is, of course, also welcome and can either lie next to you or on the shared play mat.

Class 11915
Start: Wednesday 25.08.10, 10:45-12:15, Nørrebrogade 14 B, 2200 København N

Class 11910
Start: Friday 27.08.10, 10:15-11:45, Nørrebrogade 14 B, 2200 København N

Class 11929
Start: Tuesday 07.09.10, 12:30-14:00, Gentoftegade 71, 2820 Gentofte
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ARGENTINE TANGO IN ENGLISH
The original Argentine tango is a social dance for couples. The man and the woman each have their well-defined roles: the man is leading and the woman is following, thus making up a harmonious
relationship in which they both enjoy each other's contribution to creating "a three minute love affair" - which a tango song is also called. Argentine tango is dancing to wonderful music, enjoying the process together and communicating in a respectful way - simply just feeling the magic of the moment. Join up - preferably as a couple.

Class 11980
Start: Thursday 02.09.10, 20:30-22:00, Sankt Peders Stræde 43 B, , 1453 København K.
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POSTNATAL PILATES - ENGLISH SPEAKING MOTHERS
After birth, the oblique muscles of the abdomen are often very weak as these are the muscles largely used in those final hours of labour. Weak oblique muscles often cause the spine to arch which in turn can cause backache for the postnatal mother. Weakness in the abdominal area as well as the pelvic floor and spine encourages poor posture, aches and pains and a flabby tummy!

A postnatal Pilates workout will target and strengthen specific core muscle groups. This strengthens the pelvic floor and the abdominals, returns joint mobility and flexibility to the spine, strengthens the upper middle and lower back and improves posture. After a Pilates class you should feel slimmer, taller, relaxed, and better about yourself as through these exercises any tension and anxiety should decrease.

For the postnatal mother, the Pilates Method of body conditioning changes bodies. It makes them fitter and stronger. It slims muscles and makes them more compact. It turns the abdomen and lower back and hips into a firm central support for a supple and graceful body.

Class 11942
Start: Thursday 19.08.10, 13:00-14:30, Nørrebrogade 14 B, 2200 København N

Class 11940
Start: Monday 23.08.10, 13:45-15:15, Bille Brahes Vej 2, 1963 Frederiksberg C.
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BALLET FITNESS IN ENGLISH
Welcome to Ballet Fitness for adult beginners. This course is about making use of the best basic training
techniques from classical ballet and combining them with both pilates and jumping exercises. This will not only improve your health and stamina, it will also give you a good posture with natural grace and balance. At the same time you can enjoy dancing to the wonderful classical music. Ballet Fitness will make you feel good during the class and afterwards!

Class 11981
Start: Thursday 02.09.10, 12:15-13:45, Sankt Peders Stræde 43 B, , 1453 København K.

Class 11982
Start: Thursday 02.09.10, 13:45-15:15, Sankt Peders Stræde 43 B, , 1453 København K.
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ANTENATAL CLASSES - ENGLISH SPEAKING COUPLES
The courses focus on preparing coming parents for the birth and the first months with the baby. We recommend making your choice for a class finishing relatively close to the delivery.

The class covers the following subjects:

  • The birth process and the stages of labour
  • Pain relief and pain tolerance
  • Positions for labour and giving birth
  • Breathing techniques and relaxation
  • The role of the birth helper
  • The Danish hospital system
  • The newborn baby and its needs
  • Becoming a family of three
The class will be a mix of theory, exercises and talks and discussions in the class and usually a good laugh as well!

Class 11901
Start: Thursday 23.09.10, 18:45-21:15, Nørrebrogade 14 B, 2200 Nørrebro.
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AQUA FIT

Determined to get back into that bikini, but after giving birth, your tummy, nagging knee, foot, and/ or lower back injury is keeping you away from the gym or the running track? Well, don't fret!

Because buoyancy offsets the downward pull of gravity, the primary force acting on the body in chest-deep water is the water's horizontal resistance. During aqua fitness, the horizontal resistance does two things: it decreases the stress on your joints and increases the workload on your muscles.

So put your swimsuit back on and take your workout into the pool.

Class 11950
Start: Wednesday 25.08.10, 09:30-10:15, Tuborgvej 11, 2900 Hellerup.
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AQUA YOGA
Harmonizing exercises in water for pregnancy, birth and beyond. Supported by the water, joints and muscles can move freely, protected from the jarring and knocking that can happen in land-based exercise. Aqua Yoga combines slow stretching with the use of breathing and relaxation, as the water provides resistance for the muscles to work against.

Class 11960
Start: Wednesday 25.08.10, 10:15-11:00, Tuborgvej 11, 2900 Hellerup.
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TAI CHI QIGONG
Qigong is a traditional Chinese health art that combines breathing, movement and meditation. Tai Chi Qigong is especially good for the back, neck, shoulders and hips. Many of the movements derive from Yang Taijiquan (Tai Chi). The course is therefore a perfect introduction to both Qigong and Tai Chi.

Class 12775
Start: Friday 10.09.10, 12:45-14:15, Øverødvej 246 A og B, 2840 Holte.

Class 12776
Start: Tuesday 14.09.10, 15:00-16:10, Gentoftegade 71, 2820 Gentofte
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BOLLYWOOD DANCE FOR ALL AGES 0 TO 100+ YEARS
Daughters, Mothers, grandmothers, aunts, sisters, friends, all welcome to come together and enjoy dancing. In case any sons, brothers or other males might be interested they are certainly welcome to join in.

Accompanied by enchanting and romantic Bollywood melodies and stimulating rhythms, we will use graceful Indian hand gestures to indicate the movements or shapes of flowers, birds, trees, raindrops etc., or just surrender to the entrancing rhythms of indian music.....

There is room for all ages and levels in this class, including the very young, the very old, and those with special needs.

Come and join us for a Bollywood dance party!

Loose and comfortable clothing is suitable.

Lucy's mother tongue is English, but she understands and speaks Danish. She teaches in a mix
of the two languages and ensures that everyone understands her.

As long as the class isn't full it is possible to sign up at any time. When signing up online our system will automatically calculate the price of the remaining lessons.

Get a free introduction to the class

On Wednesday the 1st of September from 7 to 8 pm you can get an introduction to the class in
Dyssegård and try it out free of charge. You don't have to sign up in advance.
Feel free to drop in.

Class 12781-E
Start: Sunday 22.08.10, 15:00-16:00, Nørrebrogade 14 B, 2200 Nørrebro.

Class 12780-E
Start: Wednesday 08.09.10, 19:00-20:00, Vangedevej 178, 2870 Dyssegård(Gentofte)
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FREE YOUR VOICE
We are all born with a free voice, and a very good connection between the voice, the body and the inner life. Unfortunately most of us loose that connection over the years. Rediscovering the spontaneous connection between sound and body will provide a feeling of freedom, joy and increased self esteem.

At this course we will work with the breath, relaxation of the body, physical exercises, voice meditation, expression and so much more. We will sing together and you will also get the opportunity of working individually with a song (masterclass).

Bring a blanket, a song you know well and would like to work with and wear clothes that allows you to breathe and move freely.

Class 11990
Start: Saturday 28.08.10, 10:00-15:00, Gentoftegade 71, 2820 Gentofte.
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GETTING FRIENDLY WITH DENMARK
Yes, the taxes are high and yes, the weather is crummy a lot of the time, but a main reason why foreigners in Denmark end up leaving this country again is that they find it so difficult to become friendly with the place and its population.

Eva Hollbaum, Journalist, Communications Consultant and seasoned expat on several continents understands the challenges which face foreigners in Denmark. A Dane herself she also understands the soul of the nation.

Follow her on a journey which takes you into the mind of the Danes by way of Parliament, a county office (kommunal Borgerservice), a kindergarten, a traditional Danish meal and become so much better equipped to really enjoy what Denmark and its citizens can offer.

Class 11995
Start: Thursday 09.09.10, 13:00-15:15, Nørregade 41, 1165 København K.
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GOOD MORNING GENTOFTE - YOGA FOR EVERYONE 
Get a happy and healthy start to the day by practising yoga in the morning.

This class is specifically designed to give you an energy boost, enhance your flexibility and strength, provide a degree of stress-proofing to your system as well as to give you a more defined shape and better body awareness. Your back will also thank you, and you will feel a general sense of well being.

The class is taught in English and all nationalities are very welcome

Class 11925
Start: Tuesday 07.09.10, 09:00-10:00, Gentoftegade 71, 2820 Gentofte.

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NURTURING DANCE FOR PREGNANCY
Come and dance to gentle and energizing oriental rhythms and melodies, in the company of other pregnant women.

"The Dance of Birth" can be enjoyed at all stages in pregnancy. It is the perfect way to nurture yourself and your baby and to feel comfortable with your changing pregnant body. Gentle enough to suit first time dancers. This oriental inspired dance mirrors how a woman's body stretches to allow the baby to grow, and at the same time strengthens the muscles to be active during birth. Other benefits include relaxation, improved posture and balance, focus, endurance, flexibility and pain relief.

Loose and comfortable clothing is suitable. The instructor will lend you scarves to wear around hips or belly if you so wish.

Lucy's mother tongue is English, but she understands and speaks Danish. She teaches in a mix of the two languages and ensures that everyone understands her.

As long as the class isn't full it is possible to sign up at any time. When signing up online our system will automatically calculate the price of the remaining lessons.

Get a free introduction to the class
On Wednesday the 1st of September from 8.15 to 9.45 pm you can get an introduction to the class in Dyssegård and try it out free of charge. You don't have to sign up in advance. Feel free to drop in.

Class 11051-E
Start: Sunday 22.08.10, 13:00-14:30, Nørrebrogade 14 B, 2200 København N

Class 11050-E
Start: Wednesday 08.09.10, 20:15-21:45, Vangedevej 178, 2870 Dyssegård