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Meditation For Everybody: It’s Not What You Think

Have you been curious about meditation? Do you want to learn techniques to develop a manageable home practice? Are you a long-time practitioner seeking to deepen your practice? Over the course of your week at The Ranch, you will gather tools to sustain your meditation practice. The course will demystify the experience of meditation, allowing you to integrate mindfulness into your daily life.

Studies show:
 Meditation trains and balances the mind.
 Meditation fosters relaxation and stress management.
 Meditation is proven to be incredible for your health; it increases the immune system, lowers blood pressure, lowers stress hormone levels in the body, increases cardiovascular health and calms anxiety and depression.

 

River Morgan is a third generation yoga and meditation instructor, who resides in Aspen, Colorado. A lifelong study of movement and the body has guided her over 19 years of teaching. River has been featured in many publications for her yoga classes and retreats, including Yoga Journal, Forbes Magazine, Elephant Journal, Aspen Peak Magazine and as a model for the Gaiam and Jade Catalogues and products. She authored a wellness column for The Aspen Daily News and her classes are featured on Depak Chopra’s Jiyo app as well as Golf Forever, Healthy Backs Forever, Aspen82, and The Healthy Life channel. She is a certified yoga, meditation & Gyrotonic instructor and teacher-trainer. She holds a BFA in Dance & toured internationally with two professional dance companies. River has also served as assistant director of TheFarmCollabortive.org for the past 16 years.

 

The Power of Purpose

Bestselling author, life coach, and speaker, Richard Leider brings the power of purpose to life helping us to find meaning, live longer, better.

To get a life, get a purpose! Purpose is not a luxury for the few, but is accessible to all and is fundamental to health, healing, happiness, and longevity, adding 7-10 years to your life. Purpose gives us the will not just to live but to live long and well. Legendary life coach Richard Leider offers a Purpose Checkup to help us unlock the power of purpose and inspire us to get out of bed in the morning with intention and joy.

How to Age
Based on his latest book, Who Do You Want to Be When You Grow Old? this session will offer relevant stories and practices to help us grow whole and navigate the path of purposeful aging. The-Purpose-Checkup

How to Unlock Your Purpose
Why do you get up in the morning? Based on his perennial bestseller, The Power of Purpose, this session will help us answer the question, do a PURPOSE CHECKUP, and unlock the power of purpose to find more meaning in our everyday lives. Is Your Calling Calling card

How to Live the Good Life
Are you living in the place you belong, with the people you love, doing the work you enjoy, with a sense of purpose? Based on his classic bestseller, Repacking Your Bags, this session will help us to answer this question by taking the GOOD LIFE Inventory and learning new ways to lighten our loads for the good life. WhatWorks_5.25×7.75_v3

 

Richard Leider is founder of Inventure – The Purpose Company, where the mission is to help people to “unlock the power of purpose” and answer the question: “Why do you get up in the morning?” An international bestselling author of eleven books including three bestsellers which have sold over one million copies, his latest book, Who Do You Want to Be When You Grow Old? The Path of Purposeful Aging, is the defining book on purposeful aging. The Power of Purpose and Repacking Your Bags are considered classics in the personal growth field. Widely viewed as a pioneer of the global purpose movement, his work is regularly featured in many media sources, and his PBS Special – “The Power of Purpose” – was viewed by millions of people. He has taken his purpose message to all 50 states, Canada, and 4 continents, and he has advised everyone from AARP to the National Football League to the U.S. State Department.

The Joys of Story

Discover It, Write It, Publish It, Discuss It
Writers of all levels will learn actionable tips for brainstorming, writing and publishing everything from fiction to memoir to non-fiction. 

Get Inspired! One Writer’s Journey from Lawyer to Journalist to Novelist
Hear from author Erin Gordon about how each of her four novels evolved, where she gets story ideas and how those ideas turn into books.

Everyone’s Got a Story – Learn How to Write Yours
Whether you’re a detailed outliner or a “pantser” (flying by the seat of your pants), discover tips for not just starting your fiction or non-fiction story but finishing it.

Practical Tips for Independent Publishing
Self-publishing is easier than ever. Learn to create a professional book, including tips for cover design, formatting, distribution, marketing and even audiobooks.

Short Story Discussion Group
Writers and non-writers alike will enjoy this discussion of Pet Milk, a beloved short story by Stuart Dybek. Included, tips for starting a vibrant short story discussion group back at home.

 

A big firm lawyer-turned-journalist-turned-novelist, Erin Gordon has published four books in the women’s fiction genre (Cheer, Heads or Tails, Beshert and PEEPS) and as well as romance novels under a pen name. A graduate of UC Berkeley with a master’s in journalism from Stanford University, Erin’s work has appeared in Parenting magazine, Writer’s Digest, California Lawyer magazine and on San Francisco’s NPR station, among many others. She’s taught writing, made book store appearances, and spoken to book clubs around the country. Erin loves knitting, practicing yoga and her side hustle working with high school seniors drafting college essays.

Instagram @ErinGordonSF
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ErinGordonAuthor
TikTok @JennaStarly (pen name for contemporary romance novels)

Beyond Kegels: A Lifetime of Pelvic Health

OVERVIEW- This series of presentations empowers you to understand your pelvic floor muscles and the associated core control, bowel, bladder and sexual functions. It includes up to date information and exercise practice.

Beyond Kegels: How Fit is Your Pelvic Floor? Let’s Explore!
Learn how the pelvic floor (Kegel) muscles control urine leakage, urges and frequency as well as bowel control and sexual appreciation. Topics covered include functions and anatomy of the muscles of the pelvic floor and its relationship to pelvic health and core control. You will leave being available to help identify any areas of potential issues.

Beyond Kegels: How do I Kegel? Let me count the ways!
Are you up to date on current pelvic floor (Kegel) exercise techniques? This presentation teaches proper pelvic floor activation and release. It will cover the importance of breathing and positioning to pelvic health and pelvic floor exercises. You will learn to self-assess your pelvic floor muscles and where to start or progress with an exercise program.

Beyond Kegels: Simple Self-Care for Bowel and Bladder Control and Exercise
Have you, a family member or friend been offered medication or surgery for bladder/bowel problems? Time to debunk bladder and bowel myths and learn simple self-care techniques to maintain and improve your bladder and bowel control. Additionally, in this presentation you will learn how to use your pelvic floor with your daily exercise and movement routines.

Beyond Kegels: Sexuality and the Pelvic Floor
This stimulating presentation reviews the pelvic floor as it relates to sexual functions and dysfunctions through the lifespan. Learn specific exercises, breathing and release techniques to optimize your pelvic sexual health. You will learn new ways to use the pelvic floor.

Beyond Kegels Handouts

 

Kathe Wallace, PT is an internationally recognized pioneer pelvic health clinician, educator and author in pelvic health and pelvic floor dysfunction. She is the author of Reviving Your Sex Life after Childbirth and multiple educational handouts to restore the pelvic floor. She has focused on pelvic health since 1988. She currently serves as a Clinical Instructor, Division of Physical Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, at the University of Washington in Seattle. Kathe has been honored to receive both the Washington State Physical Therapy Association Clinical Excellence Award and the American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Pelvic Health, Elizabeth Noble Award for providing extraordinary and exemplary service to the field of pelvic health physical therapy.

Beyond Kegels: A Lifetime of Pelvic Health

OVERVIEW- This series of presentations empowers you to understand your pelvic floor muscles and the associated core control, bowel, bladder and sexual functions. It includes up to date information and exercise practice.

Beyond Kegels: How Fit is Your Pelvic Floor? Let’s Explore!
Learn how the pelvic floor (Kegel) muscles control urine leakage, urges and frequency as well as bowel control and sexual appreciation. Topics covered include functions and anatomy of the muscles of the pelvic floor and its relationship to pelvic health and core control. You will leave being available to help identify any areas of potential issues.

Beyond Kegels: How do I Kegel? Let me count the ways!
Are you up to date on current pelvic floor (Kegel) exercise techniques? This presentation teaches proper pelvic floor activation and release. It will cover the importance of breathing and positioning to pelvic health and pelvic floor exercises. You will learn to self-assess your pelvic floor muscles and where to start or progress with an exercise program.

Beyond Kegels: Simple Self-Care for Bowel and Bladder Control and Exercise
Have you, a family member or friend been offered medication or surgery for bladder/bowel problems? Time to debunk bladder and bowel myths and learn simple self-care techniques to maintain and improve your bladder and bowel control. Additionally, in this presentation you will learn how to use your pelvic floor with your daily exercise and movement routines.

Beyond Kegels: Sexuality and the Pelvic Floor
This stimulating presentation reviews the pelvic floor as it relates to sexual functions and dysfunctions through the lifespan. Learn specific exercises, breathing and release techniques to optimize your pelvic sexual health. You will learn new ways to use the pelvic floor.

Beyond Kegels Handouts

 

Kathe Wallace, PT is an internationally recognized pioneer pelvic health clinician, educator and author in pelvic health and pelvic floor dysfunction. She is the author of Reviving Your Sex Life after Childbirth and multiple educational handouts to restore the pelvic floor. She has focused on pelvic health since 1988. She currently serves as a Clinical Instructor, Division of Physical Therapy, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, at the University of Washington in Seattle.

Kathe has been honored to receive both the Washington State Physical Therapy Association Clinical Excellence Award and the American Physical Therapy Association Academy of Pelvic Health, Elizabeth Noble Award for providing extraordinary and exemplary service to the field of pelvic health physical therapy

Unleash Your Inner Athlete for Brain Health and Longevity

We all want to live a long and (more importantly) vibrant life. What if I told you the key to unlocking this through the exercise door is by training like an athlete? Think you’re too old for this? Think again! The revelation of neuroplasticity tells us that our brains are always changing and adapting. If we feed the brain the right information and test it through movement, we can fight off cognitive decline. In this 4 session series, we will have 2 fitness training sessions and 2 hybrid lecture with movement classes. Our fitness sessions focus on using movement and exercise to challenge our brain and nervous system to keep us sharp and mobile as we age. This class can be modified for all fitness levels. Our hybrid lecture sessions will dive into the constantly emerging research that shows us how we can preserve and optimize our brain health while teaching some easy but powerful techniques to maximize brain function and while improving mobility and joint health.

 

Eric Cruz started his journey in health and fitness at the age of 13. After growing up as an overweight youth, he found exercise and nutrition as an empowering path for changing his life. Through reading and watching anything he could get my hands on related to health, he became his own experiment and first client. As he started to see results, he found that this lifestyle not only made him better physically, but mentally as well. He gained self-confidence and a stronger drive for achievement and knew this was what he would spend the rest of his life practicing.

Eager to get out into the field, he completed a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Missouri State University and later moved to California. There, he attended California State University at Long Beach and received a Master’s degree in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology. While his conventional education is foundational, he believes that continuing education is where health professionals really evolve and make a difference.

To solidify his knowledge and expertise as a fitness professional he received credentials such as:

Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) through the American College of Sports Medicine
Level II Exercise is Medicine Practitioner (EIM2) through the American College of Sports Medicine
Multiple Sclerosis Fitness and Wellness Specialist (MSFW) through American Fitness Professionals and Associates
Performance Enhancement Specialist (PES) through the National Academy of Sports Medicine
Functional Movement Techniques (FMT) through Rocktape

ARNI Institute (AAI)
He then took his nutrition education and practice to the next level by becoming a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P). It is this area that really sets his practice apart as a health and wellness professional as he enjoys incorporating the full picture of fitness, nutrition, and lifestyle together.

MY MISSION AND PRACTICE: “While exercise or nutrition can be beneficial in different aspects, it is the two combined that truly allows the client to obtain optimal results. Every individual is unique in genetic build and current lifestyle. Therefore, each individual responds differently and may require different changes in behavior to reach their respective goals. No mode of exercise is perfect for everyone just as no single diet is perfect for everyone. The time of one size fits all in nutrition and fitness is gone. We must analyze people inside and out to provide truly optimal recommendations and results.”

Looking at the Wonders of the Winter Sky

Explore Rancho La Puerta’s Night Sky – Lecture

The dark skies at the Ranch provide a fabulous opportunity for seeing the wonders of Winter Sky such as the Andromeda Galaxy, the constellations of Orion (including its famous nebula), Gemini, Taurus, Jupiter and dazzling star clusters. Discover the link between astronomy and Dia de Los Reyes Magos. What was the star and how did our traditions arise? Participate in another magical part of the Ranch experience. You will never look at the night sky the same way again!

Before the lecture, join us in our January 6th Mexican tradition: Rosca de Reyes and hot chocolate served after dinner.

Star Gazing
Observe with the naked eye, binoculars and telescope. Please sign up in the Lounge.

Plus enjoy with Scott Marrone, too:
Musical Miniatures
Calm, soothing musical gems. Come and relax after a busy morning and before lunch to feed your mind and soul with the sounds of short masterpieces for piano.

Viva Vivaldi!
Hear “The Four Seasons” with a fresh perspective as Scott Marrone leads us through this most popular of musical works. You will never hear it the same way again! Discover the creativity and ingenuity found in Vivaldi’s delightful masterpiece.  While the immediate impression of this great work is a set of four violin concertos, closer examination reveals a wealth of symbolism and actual story lines within the musical themes and various movements. Join Scott Marrone as we listen to and explore the program contained in these beloved musical gems. Find a new way to hear and understand this classic work, making it more personal, concrete, and enjoyable!

 

John Scott Marrone has over 30 years of experience teaching in the New York area. In addition to Astronomy, Scott teaches Forensics, Environmental Studies, and Oceanography. He has been recognized by Ciba-Geigy Corporation for his work in promoting science literacy and received the Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award in 2007 from Manhattan College. In 1998, Scott was invited by the Aruban Government to substitute for astronomer Jay Pasachoff to lead the observation of the total solar eclipse.  Most recently, Scott led the public observing session on Mauna Kea.  Scott has also led observing on cruises in the Galapagos and Tahiti.

 In addition, John Scott Marrone has been recognized as an outstanding conductor and director of many musical organizations. His experience covers the entire spectrum of orchestral and choral music from Renaissance to Contemporary, leading an impressive array of performing organizations both in the United States and Europe. In addition to his own Allegro Chamber Ensemble, Mr. Marrone has worked with the English Chamber Orchestra, Solisti di Roma, Orchestre de Paris, Oratorio Society of New York, Mendelssohn Choir of Connecticut, Greenwich Choral Society, and many other organizations including concerts and tours. His choir performed for Pope John Paul II in St. Peter’s Basilica and at the papal audience before 250,000 people in Rome. With the Allegro Chamber Ensemble, Mr. Marrone performed a series of concerts at the Salzburg Music Festival, St. Martin-in-the-Fields in London, and at the Sainte Chapelle in 1994 for the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris. With his choirs he has conducted at St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, Westminster Abbey in London, the Duomo in Florence and many other locations throughout Europe. Mr. Marrone holds a Professional Diploma in Piano from the Brooklyn Conservatory and a Master’s in Conducting from Columbia University.

Health and Beauty

How to Use Essential Oils in Self-Care Rituals for Beauty, Balance and Well-Being
Learn the therapeutic properties of key essential oils, whose plants are grown on the Ranch, and the best self-care rituals you can use at home for stress relief, deep sleep, restoring energy, balance and well-being.

How to Maintain Your Skin’s Radiance and Vibrancy at Any Age
What herbs and essential oils can be used to heal, nourish and restore the skin? Learn simple yet effective regimens for your own skin care needs and overall vital well-being.

 

Tara Grodjesk, winner of American Spa magazine’s Women in Wellness Visionary Award, president of Tara Spa Therapy, Inc., and emeritus founder of Green Spa Network, has devoted over 35 years of experience in Holistic Health and Wellness to bring therapeutic efficacy to spa treatments and products. Tara has been a consultant to world-class spas and is a master developer of high quality, holistic personal-care products. She is the expert behind the Rancho La Puerta Core Essentials line.  Ms. Grodjesk has a degree in Psychology with Honors from the Univ. of Michigan. She is a Certified Massage Therapist, Holistic Health Educator, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Aroma Therapist.  Her vision is to harness nature’s inspiration to create environments and experiences that support healing and which nourish the Divine within.

Pickleball with Roger BelAir

If you haven’t heard of pickleball, you soon will. It’s the fastest growing sport in America. The game is easy to learn, great exercise, and incredibly fun. It’s especially popular with active people over forty since it’s easy on the joints. Many people expect pickleball to be the premier participation sport of the future.

Pickleball is a combination of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. It’s often called “Ping pong on steroids.”  The game was created near Seattle when kids going out to play badminton couldn’t find the birdies. However, they did find the net, a wiffle ball, and some ping pong paddles. A new game was born. In one 45-minute session you’ll learn the basics of the game, get exercise, and—most importantly—have fun!

Inspired by a CBS’s “60 Minutes” segment on crime, Roger envisioned pickleball as a means of teaching “life skills” in prisons.“96% of all inmates are eventually released. If we can make them better while they are on the inside, it’s safer for all of us once they are back on the outside. Today’s inmate is tomorrow’s neighbor.” he says.

 

Roger BelAir introduced the game to men charged with murder at Chicago’s Cook County Jail. “There is a magical quality about the game,” he says. “We learned gang members who wouldn’t even talk to each other, would be willing to play pickleball together. Soon they were laughing together.”

His successful program in Chicago led Roger to teaching at prisons from coast to coast, from Rikers Island in New York to Corcoran in California where Charles Manson served time.  His life-changing effort have been applauded in the media from NPR to a front page story in USA TODAY.

Off the court, Roger is a financial expert who has been profiled in a cover story of Money magazine; an acclaimed author of books on finance and investments; and a keynoter at business conventions. He’s been quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and many other publications.

He knows finance, but pickleball is his passion.

Pickleball with Roger BelAir

If you haven’t heard of pickleball, you soon will. It’s the fastest growing sport in America. The game is easy to learn, great exercise, and incredibly fun. It’s especially popular with active people over forty since it’s easy on the joints. Many people expect pickleball to be the premier participation sport of the future.

Pickleball is a combination of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. It’s often called “Ping pong on steroids.”  The game was created near Seattle when kids going out to play badminton couldn’t find the birdies. However, they did find the net, a wiffle ball, and some ping pong paddles. A new game was born. In one 45-minute session you’ll learn the basics of the game, get exercise, and—most importantly—have fun!

Inspired by a CBS’s “60 Minutes” segment on crime, Roger envisioned pickleball as a means of teaching “life skills” in prisons.“96% of all inmates are eventually released. If we can make them better while they are on the inside, it’s safer for all of us once they are back on the outside. Today’s inmate is tomorrow’s neighbor.” he says.

 

Roger BelAir introduced the game to men charged with murder at Chicago’s Cook County Jail. “There is a magical quality about the game,” he says. “We learned gang members who wouldn’t even talk to each other, would be willing to play pickleball together. Soon they were laughing together.”

His successful program in Chicago led Roger to teaching at prisons from coast to coast, from Rikers Island in New York to Corcoran in California where Charles Manson served time.  His life-changing effort have been applauded in the media from NPR to a front page story in USA TODAY.

Off the court, Roger is a financial expert who has been profiled in a cover story of Money magazine; an acclaimed author of books on finance and investments; and a keynoter at business conventions. He’s been quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and many other publications.

He knows finance, but pickleball is his passion.

Pickleball with Roger BelAir

If you haven’t heard of pickleball, you soon will. It’s the fastest growing sport in America. The game is easy to learn, great exercise, and incredibly fun. It’s especially popular with active people over forty since it’s easy on the joints. Many people expect pickleball to be the premier participation sport of the future.

Pickleball is a combination of tennis, ping-pong, and badminton. It’s often called “Ping pong on steroids.”  The game was created near Seattle when kids going out to play badminton couldn’t find the birdies. However, they did find the net, a wiffle ball, and some ping pong paddles. A new game was born. In one 45-minute session you’ll learn the basics of the game, get exercise, and—most importantly—have fun!

Inspired by a CBS’s “60 Minutes” segment on crime, Roger envisioned pickleball as a means of teaching “life skills” in prisons.“96% of all inmates are eventually released. If we can make them better while they are on the inside, it’s safer for all of us once they are back on the outside. Today’s inmate is tomorrow’s neighbor.” he says.

 

Roger BelAir introduced the game to men charged with murder at Chicago’s Cook County Jail. “There is a magical quality about the game,” he says. “We learned gang members who wouldn’t even talk to each other, would be willing to play pickleball together. Soon they were laughing together.”

His successful program in Chicago led Roger to teaching at prisons from coast to coast, from Rikers Island in New York to Corcoran in California where Charles Manson served time.  His life-changing effort have been applauded in the media from NPR to a front page story in USA TODAY.

Off the court, Roger is a financial expert who has been profiled in a cover story of Money magazine; an acclaimed author of books on finance and investments; and a keynoter at business conventions. He’s been quoted in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and many other publications.

He knows finance, but pickleball is his passion.

Pickleball with Nancy Meyer

Join our Pickleball class and embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of this popular and inclusive sport. This class is tailored specifically for newcomers, offering a comprehensive introduction to Pickleball fundamentals and techniques.

Under the expert guidance of experienced instructors, you will delve into the basic rules, court positioning, and scoring system of Pickleball. Engaging in interactive demonstrations and hands-on practice, you will steadily build confidence in your paddle handling, shot execution, and ability to participate in exciting rallies.

Throughout the course, you will have abundant opportunities to engage in friendly games and practice drills, allowing you to apply your newfound skills in a supportive environment. Our instructors will provide personalized feedback and guidance, enabling you to refine your technique and develop effective strategies.

By the end of the class, you will have a solid understanding of fundamental strokes, strategies for successful play, and the pure joy of participating in this dynamic sport. Whether you seek a new hobby, a fun social activity, or a pathway to competitive play, our beginner Pickleball class will equip you with the skills and knowledge to embark on your Pickleball journey. For those looking to take their game to the next level with confidence and enthusiasm, our intermediate class offers advanced footwork and strategies to further elevate your skills.

Join Nancy at the end of the week for a pickleball tournament! There will be a beginning and an intermediate division. All levels welcome!

 

Meet Nancy Meyer, a dedicated and accomplished Pickleball instructor, coach and player. Nancy’s teaching philosophy creates a safe, injury free and exhilarating experience in the world’s fastest growing sport. Her ability to engage beginners, instill confidence, and foster a love for the game sets her apart.

In addition to coaching, Nancy is devoted to introducing Pickleball to new enthusiasts. She works with High School students and gives back to the community through philanthropic fundraisers for the Phoenix Children’s Hospital and many others.

Whether she’s coaching, playing, or giving back to the community, Nancy’s contribution to the sport and the lives she touches make her a true Pickleball champion in every sense of the word.

“Discover the harmony of body, mind, and spirit at Rancho La Puerta, where Pickleball intertwines with our core values. Let the paddle be your guide as you embrace the exhilaration, laughter, and camaraderie that Pickleball brings. It’s more than a sport – it’s a gateway to a vibrant and active life.”

Pickleball of the Heart with Pat Angelicchio

Pat Angelicchio is an energetic & empathetic instructor with almost a decade in the sport and over 40 years of coaching experience. She has earned over 30 medals in major tournaments, including the US Open Pickleball Championships & USA Pickleball Nationals.

Her passion is to bring people together to find real joy and community through sport. True to that, her Pickleball of the Heart curriculum marries the technical skills with life lessons that serve players far beyond the court.

“I believe learning is a daily adventure of the heart, and the magic of the Ranch fully supports this experience.”

Pickleball with Kim Evans and Thea Froehling

Beginners will learn the rules and fundamentals of the game which include positioning on the court, paddle grip, scoring, serve, return of serve, and the difference between a hard and soft game. They will also learn tactics and techniques to play the game. We will play a game putting these new skill sets together and have fun.

Advanced beginners will learn to improve their playing skills. They will learn how to start a point effectively, develop their 3rd shot drop or drive, practice their dinking skills, learn positioning on the court, and learn the hard and soft game. We will break down the skills needed at this level to make sure the player is mastering the basics before advancing to the next level. We will test these skills while playing a game.

Intermediate players will learn how to start the point effectively, learn how to get out of trouble using defensive skills, learn ways to apply pressure by developing offensive skills, practice their net game, 3rd shot development, and tactics to starting, building, and finishing a point. We will test these skills while playing a game.

Advanced players will practice dinking drills, offensive & defensive lobs, focus on being more strategic at the net, learn when to speed up the game, practice resets and block shots. We will drill in the transition zone to move to the NVZ line. Fun drills to practice how to finish and win a game. Players at this level will have an opportunity to play their game.

 

Kim Evans is a certified Professional Tennis Instructor (PTR) and a Professional Pickleball Instructor (PPR). She competed in Division III tennis in college, and has been enthusiastically teaching tennis since 2003 at a number of highly rated facilities. She was introduced to the sport of pickleball in the 1980s, but became passionate about it in 2018. She currently competes and earns medals in local and national tournaments.

Kim is also a Licensed (Illinois) Clinical Professional
Counselor, and has been in private practice for 30 years. This unique skill enables her to incorporate sports psychology into her coaching.

“I’ve been coming to the Ranch since 1995, both as a guest and an instructor. It’s one of my favorite places in the world! I love being with the guests and encouraging them to become better pickleball players.”

 

Thea Mucerino Froehling is a PCI certified pickleball instructor and AFAA certified fitness and aqua instructor. For 20+ years, she has used her skills in strength & conditioning, stretch & mobility, aqua fitness, sport instruction and coaching to help people reach their goals. Thea is passionate about teaching pickleball, and helping people feel strong, healthy, and confident. Her enthusiastic style helps people to have fun while exercising.

Thea is an active participant in sports and fitness. She has been successful in local and national pickleball tournaments. Through continuing education in fitness and pickleball, Thea remains on the cutting edge of various trends.

“I feel the Ranch is where loving energy is created and shared which invigorates the mind, body, and soul.”

Pickleball with Kim Evans and Thea Froehling

Beginners will learn the rules and fundamentals of the game which include positioning on the court, paddle grip, scoring, serve, return of serve, and the difference between a hard and soft game. They will also learn tactics and techniques to play the game. We will play a game putting these new skill sets together and have fun.

Advanced beginners will learn to improve their playing skills. They will learn how to start a point effectively, develop their 3rd shot drop or drive, practice their dinking skills, learn positioning on the court, and learn the hard and soft game. We will break down the skills needed at this level to make sure the player is mastering the basics before advancing to the next level. We will test these skills while playing a game.

Intermediate players will learn how to start the point effectively, learn how to get out of trouble using defensive skills, learn ways to apply pressure by developing offensive skills, practice their net game, 3rd shot development, and tactics to starting, building, and finishing a point. We will test these skills while playing a game.

Advanced players will practice dinking drills, offensive & defensive lobs, focus on being more strategic at the net, learn when to speed up the game, practice resets and block shots. We will drill in the transition zone to move to the NVZ line. Fun drills to practice how to finish and win a game. Players at this level will have an opportunity to play their game.

 

Kim Evans is a certified Professional Tennis Instructor (PTR) and a Professional Pickleball Instructor (PPR). She competed in Division III tennis in college, and has been enthusiastically teaching tennis since 2003 at a number of highly rated facilities. She was introduced to the sport of pickleball in the 1980s, but became passionate about it in 2018. She currently competes and earns medals in local and national tournaments.

Kim is also a Licensed (Illinois) Clinical Professional
Counselor, and has been in private practice for 30 years. This unique skill enables her to incorporate sports psychology into her coaching.

“I’ve been coming to the Ranch since 1995, both as a guest and an instructor. It’s one of my favorite places in the world! I love being with the guests and encouraging them to become better pickleball players.”

 

Thea Mucerino Froehling is a PCI certified pickleball instructor and AFAA certified fitness and aqua instructor. For 20+ years, she has used her skills in strength & conditioning, stretch & mobility, aqua fitness, sport instruction and coaching to help people reach their goals. Thea is passionate about teaching pickleball, and helping people feel strong, healthy, and confident. Her enthusiastic style helps people to have fun while exercising.

Thea is an active participant in sports and fitness. She has been successful in local and national pickleball tournaments. Through continuing education in fitness and pickleball, Thea remains on the cutting edge of various trends.

“I feel the Ranch is where loving energy is created and shared which invigorates the mind, body, and soul.”

Pickleball with Mo Garcia and Joel Wolf

Introduction to Pickleball Program:
  • Dink with a purpose, followed by short Pickleball scrimmage. 90min.
  • 3rd Shot Drops, 3rd Shot Drives, 90min.
  • Half Volley Drops, Half Volley Drives: 90min.
  • Top Spin Drives, Forehand and Backhand, 90min.
  • Block Volley’s, 90min.
  • Overhead Smash, 90min
  • Offensive & Defensive Lobs, Defending Lobs, 90min.
  • Mo’s Specialty shots: Serves, Snaps, Deflection volleys, 90min.

With every session we break down the shot, technique, and the reason for the shot

“Don’t leave things to Chance, have a plan or a strategy! If you don’t know where your headed, then any road will take you!”

Joel Wolf is a Senior Pro level pickleball player and a Pro-rated Certified Pickleball Instructor. With an outstanding background as a player and instructor, Joel brings a level of excitement and expertise, helping his players to become their most knowledgeable and confident selves whenever they step on the court. Originally from Bricktown, NJ, Joel was already an accomplished racquetball player when he discovered Pickleball in 2015. Joel has enjoyed incorporating his love of teaching and his commitment to charity work. Joel supports many charitable organizations such as Dine On Us, Field of Dreams,Pickleball for Ukraine and many more by donating his time and expertise organizing, directing and instructing multiple clinics and tournaments.

Hands-On Cooking Classes and Chef’s Table Dinner with Sabrina Falquier

Sabrina offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center on Tuesday and Wednesday, at 4pm. In addition, Chef Sabrina will collaborate with La Cocina Que Canta’s Executive Chef Reyna Venegas and her team to create a special feast (with wine pairing!) on Thursday at 4:45pm.

Hands On Cooking Classes and Chefs Dinner Sign Up

 

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Glow & Gather: A Farm-to-Table Feast
Thursday Farm-to-Table Dining Experience 4:45 PM
Celebrate the abundance of our organic farm and the connection to community with a Farm-to-Table dining experience – a perfect blend of health, tradition, flavor, and fun! Cost is $150 per person, tax and wine pairing included. The maximum number of guests is 30. Sign Up at the Appointments Desk or through the link above.

 

SABRINA A. FALQUIER, MD, CCMS, DipABLM – To begin, Dr. Falquier (Fall-Key-Ay) loves delicious food. She is triple board certified in Internal Medicine, Culinary Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She is bilingual (Spanish and English) and multicultural, born and raised in Mexico City to Swiss and American parents. Dr. Falquier worked as a primary care physician for over 15 years. In 2016 she attended a medical conference that began her drastic career transition which ultimately led to her leaving direct patient care and focusing on Culinary Medicine education and consulting fully. In 2020 she founded Sensations Salud®, which focuses on empowering through nutritional knowledge and culinary literacy by way of Culinary Medicine education and consulting. Dr. Falquier promotes Culinary Medicine throughout San Diego and internationally in varied ways and to incredibly varied audiences including holding teaching positions at three universities where she has created and teaches courses in Culinary Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine to medical students, graduate students and PA students. She is the proud host of the Culinary Medicine Recipe podcast, which includes educational video episodes in both English and Spanish. She serves as the board chair of the Teaching Kitchen Collaborative Organizational Member – Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center. Her work can be seen through the powerful documentary: The Kitchenistas. Additionally, she has won numerous awards and has been interviewed regarding food and health by multiple media outlets. Follow along @SensationsSalud on social media.

Hands-On Cooking Classes and Chef’s Table Dinner with Sabrina Falquier

Sabrina offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center on Tuesday and Wednesday, at 4pm. In addition, Chef Sabrina will collaborate with La Cocina Que Canta’s Executive Chef Reyna Venegas and her team to create a special feast (with wine pairing!) on Thursday at 4:45pm.

Hands On Cooking Classes and Chefs Dinner Sign Up

 

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Glow & Gather: A Farm-to-Table Feast
Thursday Farm-to-Table Dining Experience 4:45 PM
Celebrate the abundance of our organic farm and the connection to community with a Farm-to-Table dining experience – a perfect blend of health, tradition, flavor, and fun! Cost is $150 per person, tax and wine pairing included. The maximum number of guests is 30. Sign Up at the Appointments Desk or through the link above.

 

SABRINA A. FALQUIER, MD, CCMS, DipABLM – To begin, Dr. Falquier (Fall-Key-Ay) loves delicious food. She is triple board certified in Internal Medicine, Culinary Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. She is bilingual (Spanish and English) and multicultural, born and raised in Mexico City to Swiss and American parents. Dr. Falquier worked as a primary care physician for over 15 years. In 2016 she attended a medical conference that began her drastic career transition which ultimately led to her leaving direct patient care and focusing on Culinary Medicine education and consulting fully. In 2020 she founded Sensations Salud®, which focuses on empowering through nutritional knowledge and culinary literacy by way of Culinary Medicine education and consulting. Dr. Falquier promotes Culinary Medicine throughout San Diego and internationally in varied ways and to incredibly varied audiences including holding teaching positions at three universities where she has created and teaches courses in Culinary Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine to medical students, graduate students and PA students. She is the proud host of the Culinary Medicine Recipe podcast, which includes educational video episodes in both English and Spanish. She serves as the board chair of the Teaching Kitchen Collaborative Organizational Member – Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center. Her work can be seen through the powerful documentary: The Kitchenistas. Additionally, she has won numerous awards and has been interviewed regarding food and health by multiple media outlets. Follow along @SensationsSalud on social media.

Hands-On Cooking Classes and Chef’s Table Dinner with Michelle Mathelin

Michelle offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center on Tuesday and Wednesday, at 4pm. In addition, Chef Michelle will collaborate with La Cocina Que Canta’s Executive Chef Reyna Venegas and her team to create a special feast (with wine pairing!) on Thursday at 4:45pm.

Hands On Cooking Classes and Chefs Dinner Sign Up

 

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 11:30 AM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Thursday Farm-to-Table Dining Experience 4:45 PM
Celebrate the abundance of our organic farm and the connection to community with a Farm-to-Table dining experience – a perfect blend of health, tradition, flavor, and fun! Cost is $150 per person, tax and wine pairing included. The maximum number of guests is 30. Sign Up at the Appointments Desk or through the link above.

 

A culinary visionary, self-taught chef, marketer, and entrepreneur, Michelle Mathelin discovered her passion for recipe creation through a unique blend of creativity and culinary expertise. She specializes in crafting delicious, innovative, and visually stunning recipes, always infused with a personal touch.

Born in Acapulco, Guerrero, Michelle relocated to Mexico City for her college studies, where she earned a degree in Communication with a focus on Advertising. Early on, she took the entrepreneurial leap, founding her own marketing agency, which quickly gained success.

While her professional path was rooted in marketing, her love for gastronomy never wavered. Michelle produced significant culinary events, bridging her two passions until a pivotal moment arrived. She decided to take a leap of faith by joining MasterChef Latinos, a decision that forever altered her life. Michelle emerged victorious as the winner of the 2022 season, solidifying her place in the culinary world.

For Michelle, cooking is more than just a career—it’s a way of life. She views herself as a curator of flavors, cultures, and ingredients, honing her palate into one of refined taste and insight. Now, Michelle is preparing to open her own restaurant, Celestine, where she aims to share her culinary vision with the world.

Hands-On Cooking Classes and Chef’s Table Dinner with Theo Stephan

Theo offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center on Tuesday and Wednesday, at 4pm. In addition, Chef Theo will collaborate with La Cocina Que Canta’s Executive Chef Reyna Venegas and her team to create a special feast (with wine pairing!) on Thursday at 4:45pm.

Hands On Cooking Classes and Chefs Dinner Sign Up

 

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 11:30 AM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Thursday Farm-to-Table Dining Experience 4:45 PM
Celebrate the abundance of our organic farm and the connection to community with a Farm-to-Table dining experience – a perfect blend of health, tradition, flavor, and fun! Cost is $150 per person, tax and wine pairing included. The maximum number of guests is 30. Sign Up at the Appointments Desk or through the link above.

 

Theodora (Theo) Stephan was the first to plant olive trees in Santa Barbara county, California, for Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) in 1996. She is celebrating her 27th harvest season this year and was awarded “Olive Oil Sommelier” (one of less than 300 in the world) in 2019. Theo’s brand, Global Gardens, offers over 12 different varietal EVOO’s, 20 hand-crafted balsamic-style wine vinegars, organic snacks and globally-inspired pantry items made from her formulas. She was the first in the US to create an olive oil subscription program. Educating people on the nuances of cooking and baking with fresh olive oil is a great passion of Theo’s. She specializes in creating full-flavored Mediterranean Diet (on which she was raised by Greek-immigrant parents) cuisine. She has written two popular cookbooks with a new one in progress. She is currently developing a new Global Gardens farm and “experience center” in Santa Ynez, CA. The Los Angeles Times named Theo, “California’s Olive Oil Guru”. She has been featured prominently in The Wall St Journal, Better Homes and Gardens, Sunset Magazine, Food and Wine, Bon Appétit, Mother Earth, Home and Family TV show, Oprah, Martha Stewart blogs and many more.

 

Hands-On Cooking Classes and Chef’s Table Dinner with Annie Fenn

Annie offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center on Tuesday and Wednesday, at 4pm. In addition, Chef Annie will collaborate with La Cocina Que Canta’s Executive Chef Reyna Venegas and her team to create a special feast (with wine pairing!) on Thursday at 4:45pm.

Hands On Cooking Classes and Chefs Dinner Sign Up

 

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Thursday Farm-to-Table Dining Experience 4:45 PM
Celebrate the abundance of our organic farm and the connection to community with a Farm-to-Table dining experience – a perfect blend of health, tradition, flavor, and fun! Cost is $150 per person, tax and wine pairing included. The maximum number of guests is 30. Sign Up at the Appointments Desk or through the link above.

 

Annie Fenn, MD, is a physician, chef, and leading voice in the Alzheimer’s prevention movement. As a Board-Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist and Menopausal Health Expert, she has helped her patients age gracefully for decades. Dr. Fenn switched gears in 2010 to practice medicine from a different angle—as a chef and culinary instructor. She attended culinary school in Italy, Mexico, and at the Culinary Institute of America. In 2015, she launched Brain Health Kitchen, the only cooking school of its kind to focus exclusively on preventing Alzheimer’s and dementia. Dr. Fenn teaches the Brain Health Kitchen method of cooking throughout the U.S. and abroad. To date, more than one thousand participants have enrolled in the hands-on cooking school. Her book, The  Brain Health Kitchen, is available through Amazon.

 

Hands-On Cooking Classes and Chef’s Table Dinner with Annie Fenn, MD

Annie offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center on Tuesday and Wednesday, at 4pm. In addition, Chef Annie will collaborate with La Cocina Que Canta’s Executive Chef Reyna Venegas and her team to create a special feast (with wine pairing!) on Thursday at 4:45pm.

Lectures:
Sunday 1 pm – Feed Your Brain: What to Eat to Fend Off Cognitive Aging
Monday 1 pm – Stay Sharp with Age: 10 Ways to Take Care of Your Brain

Hands On Cooking Classes and Chefs Dinner Sign Up

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Thursday Farm-to-Table Dining Experience 4:45 PM
Celebrate the abundance of our organic farm and the connection to community with a Farm-to-Table dining experience – a perfect blend of health, tradition, flavor, and fun! Cost is $150 per person, tax and wine pairing included. The maximum number of guests is 30. Sign Up at the Appointments Desk or through the link above.

 

Annie Fenn, MD, is a physician, chef, and leading voice in the Alzheimer’s prevention movement. As a Board-Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist and Menopausal Health Expert, she has helped her patients age gracefully for decades. Dr. Fenn switched gears in 2010 to practice medicine from a different angle—as a chef and culinary instructor. She attended culinary school in Italy, Mexico, and at the Culinary Institute of America. In 2015, she launched Brain Health Kitchen, the only cooking school of its kind to focus exclusively on preventing Alzheimer’s and dementia. Dr. Fenn teaches the Brain Health Kitchen method of cooking throughout the U.S. and abroad. To date, more than one thousand participants have enrolled in the hands-on cooking school. Her book, The  Brain Health Kitchen, is available through Amazon.

 

Hands-On Cooking Classes with David Cohen

David offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4pm.

Hands On Cooking Classes and Chefs Dinner Sign Up

 

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Thursday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

 

David Cohen was born in Philadelphia and learned to cook on the kitchen counter at a young age. After graduating from Cornell University, he moved to the Island of Santorini to work at the Michelin stared restaurant Selene. Upon returning to the US David assumed the responsibilities of Executive Chef at Kansas City Prime Steak House where he was awarded 3 ½ stars from the Philadelphia Inquirer. After receiving his culinary degree from Le Cordon Bleu, he moved to San Francisco and assisted in the opening of Gourmet magazine´s best new-comer restaurant, and SF magazine’s Best New Restaurant, Azie.  He spent numerous years as both the Executive Sous Chef at Auberge Du Soleil in Napa Valley & Executive Chef of Scala’s bistro in San Francisco. He has been awarded 3 stars from both the San Francisco Chronicle and the San Jose Mercury News; and was named one of the Bay Area’s Top 100 Chefs two years in a row. In 2008 David joined Oren Dobronsky to open Oren’s Hummus Shop in Palo Alto. Today Oren’s Hummus has 5 restaurants throughout the Bay Area. David also owns a hospitality consulting firm that assists individuals in bringing their restaurant visions to life and achieving their highest potential as operators. He lives in San Jose with his son.

Hands-On Cooking Classes and Chef’s Table Dinner with Jill Silverman Hough

Jill offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center, on Tuesday and Wednesday at 4 p.m. In addition, Chef Jill will collaborate with La Cocina Que Canta’s Executive Chef, Reyna Venegas, and her team to create a special feast (with wine pairing!) on Thursday at 4:45 p.m.

Hands On Cooking Classes and Chefs Dinner Sign Up

 

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM 
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Thursday Farm-to-Table Dining Experience 4:45 PM 
Celebrate the abundance of our organic farm and the connection to the community with a Farm-to-Table dining experience—a perfect blend of health, tradition, flavor, and fun! The cost is $150 per person, tax and wine pairing included. The maximum number of guests is 30. Sign up at the Appointments Desk or through the link above.

 

Jill Silverman Hough wrote 100 Perfect Pairings: Small Plates to Enjoy with Wines You Love and 100 Perfect Pairings: Main Dishes to Enjoy with Wines You Love —both chock-full of delicious, doable recipes that make food and wine pairing fun, friendly, and absolutely unintimidating. Other book projects include co-authoring The Clean Plates Cookbook and developing the recipes for Skinny Bitch in the Kitch, a New York Times best seller.

Whether she’s writing cookbooks or working with magazines or brands, she is all about happy cooking and delicious food.

Her writing, recipes, and photography have appeared in magazines including Bon Appétit, Cooking Light, Napa Sonoma, Clean Eating, where she is on the advisory board, and Fine Cooking, where she is a contributing writer.

Jill creates recipes for brands and commodity boards, too, including the National Pork Board, the California Milk Advisory Board, California Sweetpotatoes, Lindsay Olives, Annie’s Homegrown, Circulon, Anolon, and Grgich Hills Estate Winery.

Last by not least, she teaches cooking to home chefs around the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond. Her classes are jam-packed with energy, enthusiasm, and immediately-useful information—plus, of course, delicious food.

Her background includes a dozen years as an advertising copywriter at agencies in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. She launched her food career by opening a small cafe in Sausalito, which she ran for five unforgettable years and where she made—among other things—the world’s best chocolate chip cookies.

Want happy cooking and delicious food? Subscribe to her recipes and kitchen tips at JillHough.com and follow her on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, and Instagram.