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Cost: Many classes are free to patients, UC Irvine employees and volunteers. $20.00 / non-UC Irvine patients. There are charges for American Heart Association Classes, Balance and Mobility for Seniors, Pilates and Meditation programs.

Certain programs are also available in Spanish. Please check individual class for language information.

All classes are located at UC Irvine Manchester Pavilion Orange, 200 S. Manchester Ave., Suite 840, Orange (Map), unless otherwise indicated.

Registration is required. Call Toll Free for Registration or Information 1.877.UCI.DOCS (877.824.3627).

Parking information for 200 S. Manchester Ave, Orange. When you arrive let the Security Officer at the reception desk in the 1st floor lobby know the patient parking stall number that you are parked in as well as the description of your car.

Parenting Series for Children with ADHD/ADD

Click here for course description and more information.

Asthma and Adults (One Session)

Learn how to control asthma and not have asthma control you! This class includes an overview of what is asthma, what are asthma triggers and how to identify them, best treatment options, prevention of episodes, psychosocial considerations and available resources. A free peak flow meter will be given to each registered participant.

Location, Cost and Registration
Classes in English will be held from 5 - 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec 11
Friday, Mar 19
Friday, Jun 11

Attention and Behavior Problems (10 Sessions) (Spanish)

Support and education for parents of children ages 3-5 with attention and behavior problems offered through a joint project of UC Irvine and Children's Hospital of Orange County.

Information: 1.949.824.2462 or www.cuidar.net. Call for meeting dates, times and locations throughout Orange County.

Balance and Mobility for Seniors (16 Sessions)

A class that helps you stay on your feet.

Taught by a licensed Occupational Therapist, this fun program is designed to improve balance and mobility and reduce the risk of falls. Also focuses on flexibility, strength and endurance. Participants must be medically stable senior adults who live independently and can walk at least 200 feet safely without the use of any assisted devices.

NOTE: A written medical clearance is REQUIRED. Prior to class, participants must schedule a 30-minute evaluation.

There are 2 evaluation sessions which will be held at UC Irvine Manchester Pavilion, 200 S. Manchester Ave., suite 840, Orange.

Cost: $80. ($40 for Senior Club members) Includes evaluation. Wear comfortable clothes.
For reservations and information about the assessment and the class, call 1.877.UCI.DOCS (877.824.3627).

After being approved to join the program, the series consists of 16 one-hour sessions.

First Set of Evaluations will be held 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 5
Friday, Jan 8

First Set of Classes, 16 Session Series 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays, Jan 12 - Mar 5

Second Set of Evaluations will be held 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Apr 13
Friday, Apr 16

Second Set of Classes, 16 Session Series 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesdays and Fridays, Oct 6 - Nov 24 Classes started, please check for availability
Tuesdays and Fridays, Apr 20 - Jun 11

Breastfeeding (One Session) (English and Spanish)

For expectant mothers and their birth partners in the last trimester of pregnancy. Discussion includes process of milk production, how to breastfeed, avoiding potential problems and returning to work.

Classes in English will be held from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov 19
Thursday, Dec 10
Thursday, Jan 21
Thursday, Feb 18
Thursday, Mar 18
Thursday, Apr 22
Thursday, May 20
Thursday, Jun 17

Location: These classes in Spanish  to be held at Family Health Center - Santa Ana Clinic  Map
Classes in Spanish will be held from 5:15 - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec 1
Tuesday, Jan 19
Tuesday, Mar 9
Tuesday, Apr 20
Tuesday, Jun 1

Diabetic Diet (One Session)

This class discusses nutrition as a major factor of diabetes management. Topics include food choices, portions and how they affect diabetes, eating the foods you enjoy, whether you are at home or away, while following diabetic guidelines to keep your blood sugar levels at the healthiest range possible. Available resources will be given.

Classes in English will be held from 4 - 6 p.m.
Monday, Jan 4
Monday, Feb 1
Monday, Mar 1
Monday, Jun 7

Diabetes Overview (One Session)

This class provides information for the management of diabetes. Topics to be discussed include defining diabetes, methods to control blood sugar levels through diet, exercise, medication and lifestyle changes in order to prevent long-term complications. A free glucometer will be given to each registered participant.

Classes in English will be held from 4 - 6 p.m.
Monday, Dec 14
Monday, Jan 11
Monday, Feb 8
Monday, Apr 12
Monday, May 10

Additional classes in Spanish are located at the UC Irvine Family Health Center - Anaheim   Map
Classes in Spanish will be held from 6 - 8:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month or 6 - 8:30 p.m. the 4th Wednesday of each month.
Wednesday, Jan 6
Wednesday, Jan 27
Wednesday, Feb 3
Wednesday, Feb 24
Wednesday, Mar 3
Wednesday, Mar 24
Wednesday, Apr 7
Wednesday, Apr 28
Wednesday, May 5
Wednesday, May 26
Wednesday, Jun 2
Wednesday, Jun 23


Additional classes in Spanish are located at the UC Irvine Family Health Center - Santa Ana   Map
Classes in Spanish will be held from 4 - 6:00 p.m. the 4th Thursday of each month.
Thursday, Jan 28
Thursday, Feb 25
Thursday, Mar 25
Thursday, Apr 22
Thursday, May 27
Thursday, Jun 24

Diabetes Management Series (Four Sessions)

The goal of this program is to help people with Diabetes and their families understand the disease and the necessary steps to manage it. Topics include the disease process, acute and long-term complications, diet and meal planning, exercise, medications, monitoring your blood sugar levels and lifestyle changes to promote good health and prevent long-term complications. A free glucometer will be given to each registered participant. We encourage you to attend all four sessions, but each session may be attended individually.

Cost: Free to patients, $80.00 / non-UC Irvine patients
Classes in English will be held from 4 - 6 p.m.
Mondays, Nov 9 - Dec 7 (No class Nov 30) Classes started, please check for availability
Mondays, Mar 15 - Apr 5
Mondays, Jun 14 - Jul 5

Early Pregnancy (One Session)

For expectant mothers and their birth partners in the first three to four months of pregnancy, but can be attended later in the pregnancy if necessary. Nutrition changes during pregnancy, relief of common discomforts, exercise, prenatal care, warning signs and car safety will be discussed.

Classes in English will be held from 6 - 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan 20
Wednesday, Mar 17
Wednesday, May 19

Heart Healthy Diet (One Session)

This class discusses the link between heart disease and diet, including the "good" vs. "bad" lipids. Topics include American Heart Association nutrition recommended guidelines for low fat, low cholesterol, and low sodium diets. This class also discusses how to eat "real" food to maintain heart health.

Classes in English will be held from 4 - 6 p.m.
Monday, Jan 25
Monday, Mar 8
Monday, May 24

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Management (One Session)

High blood pressure has been called "the Silent Killer" because you don't always feel sick when you have it. This class explains what high blood pressure is and how to control high blood pressure through medications, diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. Strategies to lower your numbers will be discussed. 

Classes in English will be held from 5 - 7 p.m.
Monday, Feb 22
Monday, May 17

Living Well With Heart Failure (One Session)

This class provides information for the management of congestive heart failure. Topics to be discussed include overview of heart failure, symptoms to be aware of, basic lifestyle changes to manage the condition through activities, diet, exercise, medications and resources.

Classes in English will be held from 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Monday, Jan 25
Monday, Mar 22
Monday, May 24

Maternity Tea & Tour

Women's Health Services at UC Irvine Medical Center invites you to learn more about its maternity services and tour the UC Irvine Maternity Unit. We combine a caring approach toward pregnancy and childbirth with comprehensive obstetrical services.

Location: Neuropsychiatric Conference Room 101, UC Irvine Medical Center  Map
No registration required. Call toll free 1.877.UCI.DOCS (877.824.3627) if you have any questions.

Maternity Tea & Tours held from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, Jan 28
Thursday, Feb 25
Thursday, Mar 25
Thursday, Apr 22
Thursday, May 27
Thursday, Jun 24

Meditation for Health Series (4-Week Series)

This class will introduce the art of meditation to participants while discussing the various types and styles of meditation. This program will help participants learn how meditation can help to promote good health and a better quality of life. This is spiritual in direction, not religious, and no special clothing or equipment is required.

Cost: $40/participant
Classes in English will be held from 6 - 7 p.m.
Mondays, Nov 2 - 23 Classes started, please check for availability
Mondays, Mar 1 - 22
Mondays, Jun 7 - 28

Meditation Special Topic (One Session)

Tea Ceremony

Transforms the ordinary act of drinking tea into a special experience. It becomes a social, communal activity with an element of graceful beauty and a spiritual dimension. It is of benefit to people of different cultures and all nations. The history of tea ceremonies, etiquette for guests, and types of tea will be included. We invite you to come and participate in the shared activity of drinking a soothing cup of tea, slowly and meditatively. You will relax and smile as you come to know what it means to be “one with the tea.” Limited to 8 participants

Cost: $30/participant
Class and Tea Ceremony in English will be held from 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Monday, Dec 7
Monday, Apr 5

Meditation Special Topic (One Session)

Body Scan

Body Scan is a method of meditation that teaches us to bring awareness to each part of our body in sequence. Body Scan has become popular in health care settings as an affordable alternative care method to help relieve short-term and chronic pain, promote relaxation, and facilitate stress relief using visualization. Experience the technique of Body Scan and learn to continue the practice at home. It is easy to learn through a guided visualization and can improve energy and enthusiasm for life. Suitable for the physically disabled.

Cost: $20/participant
Class in English will be held from 6 - 7 p.m.
Monday, Apr 26

Newborn Care (English and Spanish)

For expectant mothers in the last trimester of pregnancy and their birth partners. Includes infant feeding, dressing, bathing, diapering and symptoms of illness.

Classes in English will be held from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Friday, Nov 20
Friday, Dec 4
Friday, Jan 15
Friday, Feb 26
Friday, Mar 19
Friday, Apr 23
Friday, May 21
Friday, Jun 18

Classes in Spanish to be held at; Family Health Center - Santa Ana Clinic Map
Classes in Spanish will be held from 5:15 - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec 8
Tuesday, Mar 16
Tuesday, Jun 8

Prepared Childbirth Series
(English: 6 sessions) (Spanish: 4 session)

For expectant mothers and their birth partners, beginning about the 30th week of pregnancy. Topics include labor, birth, back labor, relaxation, Lamaze techniques, Cesarean delivery and medication / anesthesia. Please bring two pillows and a coach. The English Prepared Childbirth Series is provided in conjunction with Santiago Canyon College Continuing Education.

Class size is limited to 20 spaces per session. Please register early. Classes that have a line through the dates (date) indicates that the class started, check availability

Registration required.

Classes in English will be held in Room 2105 above the Grunigen Medical Library at UC Irvine Medical Center. Map

Classes in English will be held from 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, Oct 28 – Nov 25 (5 wk's) Classes started, please check for availability
Thursdays, Oct 29 – Dec 3 (5 wk's) Classes started, please check for availability
Wednesdays, Jan 13 – Feb 10 (5 wk's)
Thursdays, Jan 14 – Feb 11 (5 wk's)
Wednesdays, Feb 24 – Mar 24 (5 wk's)
Thursdays, Feb 25 – Mar 25 (5 wk's)
Wednesdays, Apr 21 – May 19 (5 wk's)
Thursdays, Apr 22 – May 20 (5 wk's)
Wednesdays, Jun 16 –Jul 14 (5 wk's)
Thursdays, Jun 17 – Jul 15 (5 wk's)

Additional Location for Tuesday class only

Location: Santiago Canyon College Orange Education Center, 1465 N. Batavia St.  Orange, CA  92867
Register through SCC Continuing Education 714.628.5900

Classes in English will be held from 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Classes that have a line through the dates (date) indicates that the class started, check availability
Tuesdays, Oct 27 - Nov 24 (5 wk's) Classes started, please check for availability
Tuesdays, Jan 12 - Feb 9 (5 wk's)
Tuesdays, Feb 23 - Mar 23 (5 wk's)
Tuesdays, Apr 20 - May 18 (5 wk's)
Tuesdays, Jun 15 - Jul 13 (5 wk's)

Registration required.

Classes in Spanish to be held at  Family Health Center - Santa Ana Clinic  Map
Classes in Spanish will be held from 5:15 - 7:30 p.m.
Tuesdays, Nov 3 - 24 Classes started, please check for availability
Tuesdays, Feb 9 - Mar 2
Tuesdays, May 4 - 25

Preparing for Surgery

Preparing for Surgery - Mind, Body and Spirit is a workshop aimed to reduce stress, promote physical and emotional healing, and increase patient satisfaction. Lead by UC Irvine anesthesia and perioperative physicians and nurses, the program will provide patients with information about anesthesia and surgery and learn about relaxation techniques to promote wellness.

Dates: First and third Monday of each month, from 4 – 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free sessions. Open to all patients preparing for surgery.

Location: UC Irvine Douglas Hospital, 3rd Floor, Room 3001
101 The City Drive, Orange CA 92868

Parking information: Two hours free parking with validation. Park in medical center structure off Dawn Way.

Siblings (One Session)

This class is for preschool and elementary school aged kids who are about to become big brothers and big sisters. Bring your Mom to learn about what will happen when she goes to the hospital to have the baby. You will also learn what you can do as the NEW big brother or big sister to help around the house and with the new baby after your Mom comes home.

Class in English will be held from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
NEW Location: UC Irvine Manchester Pavilion 200 W. Manchester Ave., Suite 840, classroom C
Thursday, Dec 10
Thursday, Jan 14
Thursday, Feb 11
Thursday, Mar 11
Thursday, Apr 8
Thursday, May 13
Thursday, Jun 10

Stop Smoking Series (4-Week Series) (English and Spanish)

Determined to QUIT smoking? The goal of this program, is to support the desire to stop smoking! It includes identification of individual smoking habits, what to do before you quit smoking and how to live life after you quit smoking. Other topics to be discussed include nicotine replacement therapy and medications available, stress management, exercise and nutrition.

Cost: Free to patients, $80.00 / non-UC Irvine patients

Classes in English will be held from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.:
Thursdays, Dec 3, 10 and 17
Please call for dates and times

Free Toddler Parenting Class (8 week-Series)

Facilitated by UC Irvine Healthcare and CHOC developmental and behavioral specialists, Children and Families Commission of Orange County is offering a free eight-week parenting course for individuals with children ages 1 to 3. During the eight-week course, parents will have opportunities to network and learn toddler development skills and techniques.

For more information or to enroll, call Laura Ramierez at 714.204.3221 .

Weight Control Series - Intuitive Eating (Four or Eight Session Series)

An approach that teaches you how to create a healthy relationship with your food, mind, and body--where you ultimately become the expert of your own body. You learn how to distinguish between physical and emotional feelings, and gain a sense of body wisdom. It is also a process of making peace with food--so that you no longer have constant "food worry" thoughts. It is knowing that your health and your worth as a person do not change because you ate a so-called "bad" or "fattening" food.
Cost: Free to patients, $80.00 / non-UC Irvine patients Classes in English will be held from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Classes in English will be held from 5 - 7 p.m.
Wednesdays, Feb 3 - 24 (Four Sessions)

Classes in English will be held from 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, Apr 7 - May 26 (Eight Sessions)

Nutrition Counseling

Individual nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian. Includes nutrition assessment, personalized meal plan and nutrition education. Call 877-824-3627 to make an appointment and check for current charges. Call your insurance company to check for coverage.