Health & Wellness - Braille Institute

For enrichment, health and wellness offerings include a focus on the whole mind, body and spirit while sharing connection with others who are experiencing and adjusting to vision loss.

Our classes teach coping strategies and techniques to relax and better manage stress, as well as provide a focus on physical fitness and building confidence with group support.

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Groups to Support You

A variety of peer and affinity groups are provided year-round to help with the adjustment to vision loss by providing a forum for sharing personal experiences, learning new skills, and building a lifelong community.

All Workshops

Stress Management

Learn and practice techniques to manage the stress of vision loss and navigating daily life through classes designed to just help you lower your shoulders and breathe.

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Dance & Movement

Stretching, rhythm and martial arts provide exercise, balance and the opportunity to clear the mind and engage the muscles for a ready and steady life.

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Did You Know?

Our founder, J. Robert Atkinson continued his passion of riding horses after losing sight, and initiated classes in crafts, theater, dancing and more…

Health & Wellness Offerings

Introduction To Vision Loss (Self Paced)

Workshop

Self-Paced

In the Self-Guided study, you can watch or listen to video that covers common eye diseases, what we can offer and how to become a part of the Braille Institute community, where services are always free.

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Yoga

Class

Online, In-Person

Learn the fundamentals of a yoga practice, including breath, proper alignment, and mindfulness practices.

Tuesdays, October 6 to December 15 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT

Walking with Friends

Class

In-Person

Learn to improve your health through walking. Students will walk at their own pace around the Los Angeles campus with guidance and oversight from the instructor.