Welcome! The purpose of this group is to bring together women martial artists for training and light sparring. Kung fu, jujitsu, aikido, and other styles, including self-defense practice welcome. This will be a supportive space for practice, improvement, and gentle challenging of each other to improve our martial arts and self-defense skills. This is for all levels, but women who are at least an "advanced beginner" preferrable. My vision: I have a vision to create a women's space for sparring.  …

Discover cutting edge proven methods for the prevention, onset, and relief of migraines and physical pain. MIGRAINES? PLEASE READ THIS… Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Have you suffered through pain or migraines, missed out on time with friends and family, lost focus in your life or career, been unable to exercise through the pain, and lost hours, days, or life opportunities to pain? Discover cutting edge proven methods for the prevention, onset, and relief of migraines and physical …

Notice: All group runs have been postponed until January do to cross-training. In the meantime, get your fitness and strength where it needs to be, and we'll hit it hard and fast in 2013. ******************************************************************** Hey Traceurs...how's your fitness? We're a group of athletes, traceurs, friends, and fitness peeps of all different skill levels. To us Los Angeles is more like a national park for parkour and urban trail running- so if you're looking for a go …

What is Contact Improvisation? Contact Improvisation (CI) is a dance technique in which points of physical contact provide the starting point for movement and exploration. Jams usually takes place without music so that dancers can define their own pace. People dance contact in any combination of genders, there are no “steps,” and it’s entirely improvised. The practice includes rolling, falling, being upside down, following a physical point of contact, supporting and giving weight to a partner. I …

This referral networking group is for a wide range of Health & Wellness Professionals. Whether your professional services are aimed at improving physical health, mental health or both, this networking group is intended to help you increase the breadth of your referral network among other Health & Wellness Professionals. We understand that our clients look for a variety of services to improve their quality-of-life, so we treat all Health & Wellness Professionals with respect regardless of modalit …

Meet fellow adventurers who loves to be physically and spiritually conditioned & connected! Get thrills through action-packed activities such as hiking, kayaking, cycling, scuba diving, bungee jumping, skydiving, or out-of-the box events, etc. and end the day with a group prayer. Leaders are part of a non-denomination church called Turning Point (www.turningpointla.com). TP's goal is to be a healthy, long-lived and vital community of Christians that loves God first and others second, while s …

Offered by The Institute for Uncontrollable Juvenile Delinquency and Ecstatic Beauty: Recipes for World Peace: This is an affordable alternative to longer workshops for writers—from wannabees to pros—who need inspiration, unusual exercises, and/or critical assistance overcoming difficulties or just trying to get something going.This fun little scouting group will especially appeal to those attracted to so-called "fringe" topics, such as eating non-Monsanto engineered foodlike products, girls wal …

Periodically detoxing the body with Yoga helps you shed unnecessary layers – mental, physical and spiritual. All levels of yogis are welcome to bring out your radiant inner healthy self with this on-going workshop designed specifically to reduce and remove toxins, create heat and replenish the soul. Instructed by Stefani Manger, who is certified with Yogaworks and registered with Yoga Alliance. Enjoy 2 hours of fun, sweat and deep relaxation. Don’t worry, it’s not that advanced but you will work …

Join Heather every Saturday 9:00am to 10:30am in Griffith Park for Boot Camp followed by Yoga and stretch. Drop-in cost $25. Purchase five sessions for $100 to be used over eight weeks. You may use your package toward any of the days boot camp is offered such as evening boot camp or aqua boot camp. All donation yoga classes listed on this site are truly donation and suggested donation is $15. Please share this information with friends! (We need a minimum of four people RSVPd to have boot camp) B …

A Snail's Pace Running Academy offers structured training to runners/walkers of all levels. Our goal is to safely train each individual and help them accomplish their own "A Fitness Lifestyle" goals. In the Monrovia area classes are offered in two locations; A Snail's Pace Running Shop, 750 Myrtle Ave. (in front of store), Monrovia, 91016 and Encanto Park, 777 Encanto Pkwy., Duarte, 91010 Classes offered are: SNAIL STEPS 100- This class is an introduction to Aerobic fitness. You will be shown th …

This group is being created for those lesbian chicas interested in cooking, movies, books, the arts, outdoors, physical activities, traveling and volunteering for community projects. Open to all who enjoy life and love to laugh, I will have two others helping set the calendar all suggestions are welcomed. Look forward to meeting you all. This is an active group,you will be receiving email notifications/updates on a weekly basis if you decide to join this group. You do not have to sign up for eve …

The Information Systems Security Association (ISSA ®) is a not-for-profit, international organization of information security professionals and practitioners. It provides educational forums, publications and peer interaction opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skill and professional growth of its members. The primary goal of ISSA is to promote management practices that will ensure the availability, integrity and confidentiality of information resources.

A group for people who like to listen, share, or discuss ideas and opinions related to Abundance, Prosperity, Ascension, Karma, and Physical, Emotional, and Financial Wellness. Held in the Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles, meetings consist of book, film, and art reviews, current events, and guest speakers. Food and Wine is involved to varying degrees.

This group is for anyone who is currently, or is considering, practicing in the field of mental health in the downtown Los Angeles area. Let's get together to network, discuss ideas, support each other, make new friends, and just have a good time. We would also like to invite professionals in related or ancillary lines of work, such as doctors, attorneys, law enforcement, and anyone alse whose profession intersects with the mental health world. So let's get together and make DTLA a better place!

We pray for physical, emotional, and spiritual healing, and teach others do so.

This group is for women who are in or are interested in careers that are male-dominated. A place where we can support, encourage, and help each other through the good times and the trying times. Things have changed, but it is still challenging - physically, mentally, and emotionally - to be women in careers that are predominately male. They have the good 'ole boys club. We can have our good 'ole girls club.

We're a social group with a common personality trait: Intuition. In this case, "Intuition" refers to one of the traits identified by the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI). Those who test as iNtuitive tend to be big-picture people who are imaginative, future-oriented, and enjoy discussing theories and abstract concepts. iNtuitives usually find it easier to connect with other iNtuitives. Since only ¼ of the U.S. population is iNtuitive, our group brings together fellow iNtuitives and makes it eas …

Thank you for checking out this group! Ever wonder why Asian Men and White Women get along so well as a couple?  It's not a coincidence.  It certainly isn't the norm.  Inherently, Asian men desire the beauty and open-mindedness of Caucasian (white) women, while Caucasian women desire the intellect and stability of Asian men.  It is very obvious that when you see AMWF (Asian Male White Female) couples walking around together, they are ALWAYS affectionate towards one another and very happy togethe …

(Group Image is the CPEP Chart of Fundamental Particles and Interactions: http://www.cpepweb.org/particle-chart.html . You can get great printed copies of it from their website: http://www.cpepweb.org/cpep_how_to_order.html ) A reading and discussion group, based around books that straddle the line between the popular and scientific. Roger Penrose, Stephen Hawking, Richard Feynman--Let's read them in depth and discuss.  We will also take advantage of public lectures and discussions about the ha …

We are committed to promoting health, happiness and good values through the dance of Argentine Tango.  If you have not yet discovered Argentine Tango, you will find that it provides great personal growth, inspiring the creative spirit in each of us through physical movement, improvisation and connection. We welcome individuals at all levels, especially those who have not danced before.  No partner needed!

Get up and workout! Come join us Monday - Wednesday mornings for a free bootcamp class at Rosemead Park. We are a small group dedicated on helping each other accomplish our fitness goals. Prepare to challenge yourself physically and mentally. Together we will crunch, lift, bend, and squeeze. We do unconventional things to get unconventional results.

"All truth is in your heart, not in the physical heart, but in the core within yourself where your true self resides. To access that truth you must open your heart and Reiki TUMMO can help you do just that. When you learn Reiki TUMMO you are introduced to energy channeling for healing, but also as a tool to lead you into your heart so you can learn directly from your heart, rather than from others." Irmansyah Effendi M.Sc (founder) We are a very diverse group of spiritual seekers, from beginner …

Reiki is a spiritual practice in which a practitioner uses hands on healing as a method to transfer universal love, energy and knowledge. The purpose of Reiki is to help individuals clear any blockage that they may be experiencing in order to bring the mind, body, emotions and spirit into alignment. Through Reiki attunements, one can begin to feel a sense of balance, restoration and ultimately leave with a different state of mind after every session. There are countless benefits that come with a …

This meditation of ancient Tibetan origin teaches mastery over your own energy, playful use of it, and it dramatically changes the way you perceive your reality. Your own body and its many non-physical bodies are explored as a tool for spiritual growth, healing self and others, a gateway to etheric travel and a way to remain balanced and centered while your awareness of being in communion with other layers of existence increases. The meditation teaches: - Easy release of emotions - Tools for gro …

The Xi Chapter of "I'm So Worth It" is a Christ-centered MOVEMENT dedicated to helping and connecting women who have chosen the path of celibacy until marriage as we experience God's healng and preaparation for the next level in our lives. No one in this group is perfect, and there may even be times when you fall...but we are here to pick each other up in those moments! This is a place where ALL are encouraged to be the Purposeful Woman God has designed her to be. As we make our way through this …

Welcome to our child-centered group for babies and toddlers ages 12-24 months. We are a group which focuses on natural development and a healthy approach to living for our children. Most of our activities take place in outdoor natural settings conducive to balanced social, emotional, physical and mental growth. Appreciation for Nature and everlasting values are the main tools of our Developmental Path.

I started this group as a way to bring Hike Enthusiasts together that want to enjoy the vast array of trails, intense beauty, and local history of the San Gabriel Mountains. We are not professional or paid hikers. By joining this group you acknowledge that The San Gabriel Mountains Hike Group, it's owner, assistant organizers, members, or staff members are not liable for any injuries you may suffer while participating in our events. Please be sure that you are physically fit to attempt the hik …

This is a new Wing Chun/Tsun meetup group in Southern California -- Monterey park! Wing Tsun, 詠春, is a Southern Chinese martial art originated over 300 years ago during the Qing dynasty. Wing Tusn is a "soft" style that does not counter force with force but instead recycles energy and employs a sophisticated method of response using trained reflexes. Chi-Sao ("sticky hands") training is used to develop and hone these reflexes to specific pressures or triggers so that they become automatic in re …