Classes for your Mind, Body & Soul

Edgerton Hospital is committed to providing exceptional health care for our communities. Whether you are looking for an exercise class or a lesson on healthy eating, we have something for everyone. We offer quality programs to enrich your mind, body and soul.

Please click here to download Winter 2012 Community Education Calendar

Classes by Category

Community Events
CPR
Heart Health
Fitness and Nutrition
General Health
Kids and Teens
Parenting
Screenings
Safety
Support Groups

Need more information?
Contact the Community Education Department at 608 884-1609 or send an email to: communityed@edgertonhospital.com

Community Events 

Red Dress Luncheon and "Art with Heart" Gallery

Celebrate National Wear Red Day with a Red Dress Luncheon.  "Art with Heart" gallery will be displayed by Arts Council of Edgerton.  To help raise awareness of heart disease and stroke, Kathleen Butler, WomenHeart Support Network Coordinator, and a guest speaker will discuss heart disease in women.  This event will provide health screenings and the opportunity to speak to health professionals about cardiovascular disease in women.

Registration required.
Edgerton Hospital Classroom; $10

February 3 (Friday); 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

 

CPR

Compression Only CPR

Compression Only CPR, also known as Hands Only CPR.  It is similar to CPR but without the rescue breaths.  Learn this lifesaving skill in just 15 minutes!

No registration required.

Stop by the hospital lobby anytime on February 9 (Thursday) between 10:00-11:00 am OR 2:00-3:00 pm

 

Heartsaver Plus AED Certification

Learn how to use an AED (automatic external defibrillator) and perform CPR on an adult, child and infant. In addition to CPR and AED use, participants learn how to help a choking victim.  Two-year certification card is issued upon successful completion.

Registration required.
Edgerton Hospital Classroom; $35  

March 8 (Thursday); 9:00 am - noon Sorry, this class has been cancelled

 

 

Fitness and Nutrition

Weight Watchers

At Edgerton Hospital...

Weight Watchers works because it is not a diet. You’ll learn how to eat right and live healthy. You can choose between two convenient options to learn how to lose weight and keep it off. See www. weightwatchers.com for current registration fees and specials.

Edgerton Hospital Conference Room

Weigh-in is 4:30-5:00 p.m.; Educational Class takes place from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m. 

For more details visit: www.weightwatchers.com

  

StrongWomen

Certified StrongWomen Instructor

The StrongWomen class is an 10-12 week exercise program for middle-aged and older women. The program is based upon years of research on how strength training and proper nutrition improve the health of women of all ages. The class is appropriate for both sedentary and very active women.

Please complete the Application Packet prior to the first class and send to:  Edgerton Hospital c/o Jamie Fugate, 11101 N. Sherman Rd., Edgerton, WI 53534 

Registration required.

January 17-March 29, 2012; (Tuesdays & Thursdays); $40

 

Edgerton Hospital Conference Room  Sorry, this class is full

5:00-6:00 p.m.

  

The Gathering Place, Milton, WI  Sorry, this class is full

9:15-10:15 a.m.

 

  

Yoga In No Time

Discover a fresh approach to relieving the stressors of everyday life at home or in the work place through simple, fool-proof techniques everyone can do.  Utilizing common practices easy to perform anywhere without any supplies, equipment or previous experience.  All you need is yourself!  

Registration required.
Edgerton Hospital Conference Room; $30

March 5 (Monday); 5:30-7:00 pm

 

 

General Health   

Heart Healthy Programs

Create a healthy heart by attending our free educational programs presented by top-notch health care professionals.  These classes are specifically designed for anyone who may be at high-risk for heart disease or has previously suffered a heart attack:

• The Basics of Cholesterol
• Reading Food Labels
• Blood Pressure
• Strength Training and Relaxation Techniques

Programs are typically offered on Wednesdays, 9:00 - 9:45 a.m., at Edgerton Hospital

For a current listing of class dates and times call Sue Kindschi at (608) 884-1396.

  

Walking the Labyrinth

This class will offer some history and creative ways to walk the Labyrinth.  You'll find that it may be a calming, thoughtful, transformational moment in time.  Instrumental music will add to this experience as you discover that each individual can walk this cloth Labyrinth using different methods.  Many have expressed deep gratitude for these gatherings hich have supported their life journey.

Registration required
Edgerton Hospital Classroom;FREE!

February 4 (Saturday); 9:00-11:00 am Sorry, this class is full.

 

 

A Gift To Your Family: Advance Care Planning

This session emphasizes the importance of making dicisions about future medical care and sharing your wishes with your loved ones.  Participants will be offered some suggestions for selecting a healthcare agent, tips for starting the conversation and learn where to keep this important document.  Complimentary documents will be provided to all attendees.

Registration required
Edgerton Hospital Classroom; FREE!

February 8 (Wednesday); 1:00- 2:00 pm

 

 

Managing Your Medications

It is important to become an active partner in your medication program.  This includes understanding why certain medications have been prescribed, the possible side effects, and the best way to take them to ensure their safety and efficiency.  Studies show that patients who have accurate information about their drug regimens are much more likely to follow through than those without.

Registration required
Edgerton Hospital Classroom; FREE!

March 6 (Tuesday); 10:00-10:45 am 

 

Do I Have A Sleep Disorder?

Snoring may actually be a symptom of a harmful sleep disorder that causes breathing to stop during the night.  Join Edgerton Hospital & Health Services to learn more about snoring and other sleep-related concerns.

Registration required
Edgerton Hospital Classroom; FREE!

March 1 (Thursday); 6:00-8:00 pm

 

 

Kids and Teens

None at this time. Please check back soon!

 

Parenting 

 

Screenings

None at this time. Please check back soon!

 

Safety

Self Defense for Women

Janesville Police Department

The Janesville Police Department and Edgerton Hospital are offering a self-defense program for women called S.A.F.E. - Self-defense, Awareness, Familiarization and Exchange.  This two-hour class, taught by Janesville Police Officers, educates women on how to protect themselves from crime and introduces physical training methods.

 

Support Groups

Women Heart Support Network Meeting

Kathleen Butler and Keynote Speaker

This support group is for women living with heart disease. The monthly meetings will not only provide a great opportunity, but will be fun and educational with a variety of keynote speakers and topics.

To register, call Sue Kindschi at 608-884-1396.

Cardiac Rehab Room: Free!
Meets the fourth Thursday of every month from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. 

February 23, March 22