Glens Falls Area Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction
The Program
The stress reduction program is an 8 week course modeled on the  Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program founded in 1979 by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D. During its 30 year existence, MBSR has been well researched.  It has become an internationally acclaimed mind-body program designed to train people in mindfulness meditation practices so as to more effectively deal with stress, physical and psychological pain, illness and the   pressure and demands of everyday living. 
People willing to participate in their own health and well being have reported to benefit from this stress reduction program.

The Process
This highly participatory, supportive, structured and experiential learning program consists of eight weekly classes and a one day retreat.  The first class is 3.0 hours, the eighth class is 3.5 hours and the other classes are 2.5 hours.  The retreat is held    between class 6 and 7 and is 7.5 hours.   Participants are asked to attend all classes, the one day retreat and to practice daily home assignments for 45-60 minutes/day. 
The program provides the participant with:
  • Guided instruction in mindfulness meditation practices and gentle stretching and mindful yoga
  • Group dialogue and mindful communication exercises to enhance awareness in everyday life
  • Individually tailored instruction, daily home assignments, home practice materials, including guided mindfulness practice CDs and a  workbook.
The participant provides an on-going commitment to him/herself and a commitment to learning ‘how’ to take care of him/herself.
For the 2010 Winter session, contact Brenda Arley, class instructor, at 518-745-1884 or gfambsr@verizon.net for information and/or to register for a free orientation session.  Class enrollment takes place at an orientation session. Class size limited to 15 persons.

Orientation Dates (attend one)
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
6:30-8:30 pm

Class Schedule
Tuesdays, January 19-March 9
6:30-8:30pm

Tuition scale-29 class hours
$450/$50,000+ income
$375/$40,000+ income
$300/$30,000+/- income

Class Location
The Acupuncture Studio
71 Lawrence Street
Glens Falls, NY  12801 

Please watch a short video by MBSR founder, Jon Kabat-Zinn
Brenda Arley, a licensed couples & family therapist working in private practice in Glens Falls, completed the two foundational training courses in MBSR and she maintains a daily meditation practice.
For the 2009 Spring session, please contact Brenda Arley, class instructor, at 518-745-1884 or gfambsr@verizon.net for information and/or to register for a free orientation session.  Class enrollment takes place at an orientation session. Class size limited to 15 persons.
For more information on Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, go to www.GlensFallsAreaMBSR.com