Health & Wellbeing
Be inspired by topics such as ergonomics, disease prevention and music’s power in health and wholeness. Take time for daily exercise with a guide through Nordic walking. Learn more about the history, practice and benefits of sauna at one or more FinnFest 2011 lectures.
When it’s time for a quiet break, look for the Relaxation Room where visitors may take a few minutes to rest, listen to music, read a book, knit or just lie down and look at beautiful pictures of Finnish nature.
When it’s time for a quiet break, look for the Relaxation Room where visitors may take a few minutes to rest, listen to music, read a book, knit or just lie down and look at beautiful pictures of Finnish nature.
Film "The Pond of Red-throated Diver"
Stratford
Nature documentary directed by Pekka Mandart - shown in the Relaxation Room, open 9 AM to 4:30 PM Wednesday through Saturday.
Finnish Cinnamon rolls (pulla) and Carelian rice pies (Karjalanpiirakka) available!
Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 00:00 - Sunday, August 14, 2011 - 00:00
Town & Country venues
Several Town & Country venues (for example Tori Market Place Cafe, breakfast buffet and Deli Cafe) will be serving Finnish cinnamon rolls (Korvapuusti), Carelian rice pies (Karjalanpiirakka) and Finnish Rye Bread (Ruisleipä)...
Survival of the Fittest - I Heart Stairs!
Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 07:00 - 08:45
Meet outside the Town & Country Atlas Foyer Entrance - transportation to workout location provided
This session is designed for the die-hards who want to sweat, get out of breath, and give their major muscle groups a serious workout. Various methods of climbing San Diego Convention Centersets of stairs will keep you challenged – while...
Lecture “Being Close to the Natural World”
Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 09:00 - 10:00
Friday, August 12, 2011 - 09:00 - 10:00
Royal Pacific Salon 6
by Bill Lagerroos
Finns have often lived in primitive log structures, just four inches away from the worst that winter weather could provide, and were grateful for a constant supply of firewood. They struggled on farm fields during rainy cold...
Lecture: "The History of SAUNA in Finland and Europe"
Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 09:00 - 10:00
Saturday, August 13, 2011 - 12:30 - 13:30
Th: Royal Palm Salon 2
Sa: Pacific Salon 5
Jarmo Lehtola explores the history and culture of traditional saunas and their special characteristics, and highlights correct sauna etiquette around the world.
Relaxation Room - Book Exchange
Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 09:00 - 16:30
Friday, August 12, 2011 - 09:00 - 16:30
Saturday, August 13, 2011 - 09:00 - 16:30
Stratford
Benefits of Nordic Walking, Demo and Practice
Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 10:15 - 11:15
Saturday, August 13, 2011 - 10:15 - 11:15
Meet in Stratford Room
This session introduces the benefits and technique of nordic walkingto beginners. Nordic walking is an effective and fun mode of cardio exercise, which incorporates dynamic movement of the upper body; burns more calories than traditional walking,...
Lecture: "What's New in Cancer Research"
Thursday, August 11, 2011 - 15:30 - 16:30
Royal Palm Salon 2
Kristiina Vuori, M.D., Ph.D. brings important new information about cancer and cancer research
Fun in the Sun! Pool exercise
Friday, August 12, 2011 - 07:30 - 08:15
Royal Palm Tower Pool
This is an aerobic workout in the water! These sessions are FUN and appropriate for all age and fitness levels. The buoyancy of the water protects joints while allowing enhanced cardiovascular activity. There is less strain...
