Workshops and Special Events

Ocean County Library
Connecting People – Building Community – Transforming Lives

Join Jennifer Steffener at your local library for the following adult programs:

Enhance Your Life with Tai Chi

Waretown Branch:  Friday, October 28, 2022 @ 2:30 – 4:00 pm

Lakewood Branch:  Friday, November 18, 2022 @ 2:30 – 4:00 pm

For more information and registration, visit:  https://theoceancountylibrary.org/events

Enjoy this introductory class outlining the basic principles and foundational skills unique to Tai Chi. We’ll explore easy-to-learn postural awareness, breathing techniques, warm up exercises, stances, and gentle movement sequences. You will also learn ways to incorporate Tai Chi principles into your daily life to reduce stress, increase strength and balance, enhance mental clarity, regulate emotions, and boost immunity.

Please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing and flat soled, flexible, non-skid shoes. Feel free to bring water to drink and a journal for notes.

Relax and Restore with Acupressure

Lacey Branch:  Saturday, October 22, 2022 @ 2:30 – 4:00 pm

Point Pleasant Boro Branch:  Tuesday, December 6, 2022 @ 6:30 – 8:00 pm

For more information and registration, visit:  https://theoceancountylibrary.org/events

Acupressure is a wonderful self-care technique that will improve your overall health, increase self-awareness, and promote relaxation. Explore simple acupressure points and massage techniques to boost immunity and relieve common symptoms such as sinus congestion, general aches and pains, low energy, and anxiety and stress. We will also practice basic breathing and self-care methods to help you stay grounded and relaxed throughout the day.

Please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing and flat soled, flexible, non-skid shoes. Feel free to bring water to drink and a journal for notes.

Qigong for Health and Vitality

Stafford Branch:  Tuesday, October 11, 2022 @ 6:30 – 8:00 pm

Toms River Branch:  Saturday, December 10 @ 2:30 – 4:00 pm

For more information and registration, visit:  https://theoceancountylibrary.org/events

Qigong is an ancient self-healing system that increases and balances your internal energy. Learn and experience Qigong principles and techniques to calm your nervous system, reduce stress and chronic tension, build strength and stamina, optimize your health, and elevate your mood. During this class we will explore breath, healing sounds, gentle movements and stances, visualization, meditation, and self-massage to optimize your health.

Please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing and flat soled, flexible, non-skid shoes. Feel free to bring water to drink and a journal for notes.

F.I.R.S.T Mental Resiliency Training

An intra-crisis Management Programmer for First Responders. Jennifer Steffener and Jennifer Schwester of JenSquared will be providing the Mindfulness, Tai Chi, Qigong, and Yoga portion of the program. CE’s are available. For more information and registration, contact:  Anna.Brown@hackensackmeridian.org 

Saturday, September 17, 2022 @ Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, 1945 NJ-33, Neptune City, NJ 07753

Sunday, September 18, 2022 @ Ocean County Training Center, 200 Volunteer Way, Waretown, NJ 08758

Stay tuned for upcoming events!

Yoga for Whole Life Wellness

by Jennifer Steffener and Jennifer Schwester of JenSquared

Rowan University EMS
Wednesday, April 27, 2022
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
2 CEU’s provided upon successful completion of class and test.

First Responders will learn ways to apply and integrate yoga practices before, during, and after work to minimize and recover from stress, injuries, and illness.

Relax and Restore with Acupressure

by Jennifer Steffener

Acupressure and self-massage are powerful healing tools that enhance your health and vitality by restoring and balancing energy. In this workshop we’ll explore the foundational principles, benefits, and techniques of acupressure and self-massage. You will learn and practice a simple
and effective full body routine and specific acupressure points to boost your immune system and relieve symptoms of common ailments such as headaches, congestion, aches and pains, and stress and anxiety.

When: Sunday, March 20, 2022
Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Investment: $30 Register directly with studio
Where: Sanctuary Yoga and Meditation, 675 Batchelor St. in Toms River, NJ
Who: All hearts, minds, and bodies are welcome
Notes: Please wear comfortable clothes (layers in case you become too warm or cool), water bottle, and notebook and pen if you would like to take notes. No previous training or experience required.

Tai Chi for Whole Life Wellness

by Jennifer Steffener and Jennifer Schwester of JenSquared

Pt. Boro First Aid Squad
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
2 CEU’s provided upon successful completion of class and test.

First Responders will cultivate a working definition of Tai Chi and learn how to incorporate Tai Chi techniques to recognize, monitor, and modify lifestyle choices, enhance quality of life, and develop stress resilience strategies.

MONROE TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT

Friday, January 22, 2022 at Monroe Township Public Schools Professional Day.

Ocean County Library  – Waretown Branch                                             Connecting People – Building Community – Transforming Lives

Enhance Your Life with Tai Chi
WHEN:  Tuesday, October 26, 2021, 2 – 3pm
BRANCH LOCATION:  Waretown Branch
TYPE OF EVENT:  Program
AUDIENCE:  Adults
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DETAILS:  Enjoy this introductory class outlining the foundational skills and basic principles unique to Tai Chi. You will learn and experience simple breathing and movement techniques, as well as Tai Chi principles that you can integrate into your daily life to reduce stress. 

Cultivate Inner Balance with Breath and Meditation
WHEN:  Tuesday, November 9, 2021, 2 – 3pm
BRANCH LOCATION:  Waretown Branch
TYPE OF EVENT:  Program
AUDIENCE:  Adults
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DETAILS:  You will learn and practice breathing, sitting, and walking techniques from various Eastern practices. Experience clarity and relaxation and learn actionable skills to enhance the quality of your life.

Please wear comfortable, non-restrictive clothing and flat-soled, flexible, non-skid shoes. Feel free to bring water to drink and a journal for notes.

F.I.R.S.T Mental Resiliency Training

An intra-crisis Management Programmer for First Responders. Jennifer Steffener and Jennifer Schwester of JenSquared will be providing the Mindfulness, Tai Chi, Qigong, and Yoga portion of the program. CE’s are available. For more information and registration, contact:  Anna.Brown@hackensackmeridian.org 

Stay tuned for upcoming events at:

Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, 1945 NJ-33, Neptune City, NJ 07753

Ocean County Training Center, 200 Volunteer Way, Waretown, NJ 08758

If you would like to book Jennifer for a workshop, retreat, or convention, please contact:

Jennifer Steffener
Licensed Massage Therapist
Certified Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and Meditation Instructor
Registered Yoga Teacher
973-670-4064
jensteffener@gmail.com
www.jennifersteffener.com