Classes & Special Events

Throughout the year Women's Health Source and the hospitals of Main Line Health offer a variety of classes and wellness events of interest to women, including exercise programs, health screenings, risk assessments, lectures, seminars and more.

For additional information on Women's Health Source and other Main Line Health events, including dates and times of upcoming programs, visit our event calendar or call 1-866-CALL-MLH.

Featured Classes and Special Events

Registration is required for most of these programs. To register, call toll-free 1-888-876-8764.

Fitness 101 Circuit Class

Are you looking to begin an exercise program but aren't sure where to start? Then join us for this six-week class that provides education on all elements of fitness, including strength training, aerobics and flexibility. Taught by certified trainers, each class begins with varied topics to help change your thoughts on eating and exercise followed by a 30 minute exercise session. You'll experience a workout that's creative, fun and effective. Click here to register online.
Tuesdays, October 20 to November 24 | 6:00p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Ellis Athletic Center, 3819 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square
$65/$55 for WHS members

FREE Smart Supermarket Nutrition Tour

Join us for a 45-minute nutrition tour where the focus will be on healthy fats, whole grains, vegetarian items, lower-sodium selections, and more. Learn some insider tips on reading labels and cooking healthy. Enjoy delicious food samples at tasting stations. Registration required.
Tuesday, November 3 | 7:00 p.m. OR 8:00 p.m.
Whole Foods Market, Wynnewood

Cooking with Christina: Easy Holiday Hors D'Oeuvres

Planning a holiday party? Avoid the stress by learning to prepare easy and healthy hors d'oeuvres with Christina Dimacali of Clean Your Plate personal chef services. You'll enjoy a tasting of all the menu items, delicious fool-proof recipes, party planning tips and a 10 percent discount on store purchases. Register early. Class space is limited. Click here to register online.
Wednesday, November 11 | 7:15 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Williams and Sonoma, Ardmore
$40/$35 for WHS members

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Safe Sitter Babysitting Classes | register now or call 610-891-3560

The Safe Sitter® course is a medically accurate child-care course developed especially for 11-to-13 year-olds. Safe Sitter teaches you the skills you need to safely care for children and infants through school age. Pre-registration is required, but space is limited. Completed registration packet and payment must be received for enrollment.
Riddle Memorial Hospital
Fee: $60

Need a Little Support?

Main Line Health offers support groups to help you cope with many illnesses or issues. Please visit www.mainlinehealth.org/support for a complete listing.

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FREE Blood Pressure Screenings

Have your blood pressure checked at one of many locations throughout the Main Line Area. Visit www.mainlinehealth.org/events and search for "blood pressure" or call 1-866-CALL-MLH.

Learn. Act. Live. An Affair for a Woman's Heart

Join us for the Women's Heart Initiative (WHI) Kick-Off Event. It's an evening no woman should miss—one very special affair dedicated to your heart. The evening includes a gourmet heart-healthy dinner, health screenings, fun and fancy boutiques, and a panel discussion featuring the WHI codirectors, Maribel Hernandez, MD, Leslie Poor, MD and Herman D. Movsowitz, MD. Cookbook author Kathy Kasten will share her personal story about combating heart disease along with tasty tips for heart-healthy cooking. Click here for more details or to register online.
Thursday, November 5 | 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Villanova Conference Center, Villanova
$25/$20 for WHS members.

Smoking Cessation Classes

Learn to stop smoking through this self-management program that addresses the physical and psychological addiction to smoking. Our trained professionals offer participants an individualized needs assessment, a quit plan and nicotine replacement. Call 1-866-CALL-MLH for upcoming class dates or visit our event calendar.