Events and Opportunities

Morning Yoga

Wake up your mind and body before a day filled with the latest breaking science and the best education. Come to the new yoga event on Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday mornings from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside in Marlborough A & B.

• Instructors from Wild Lotus Yoga Studio www.wildlotusyoga.com
• Voted “Best Place to Take a Yoga Class in New Orleans” for the 9th consecutive year by Gambit readers
• Choose from Gentle Yoga (great for beginners or those who just want a relaxing class) or Flow Yoga (great for people who have been practicing and want a bit more movement)

Attendance is free, but space is limited. Be sure to add this event to your Annual Meeting Itinerary. Yoga mats will be provided.

USTA Events Promote Health Benefits of Tennis

The AAN Sports Neurology Section, in conjunction with the United States Tennis Association (USTA), will provide FREE morning cardio tennis events daily from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. beginning Monday, April 23, and running through Friday, April 27, during the AAN's 2012 Annual Meeting in New Orleans.

The event will help promote the health benefits of tennis, while bringing overall awareness to the sport.

By exposing AAN members and their families to a fun morning of tennis—and providing educational pamphlets regarding the health benefits of this and other similar sports—the Sports Neurology Section will increase awareness within the neurologic community of how exercise can benefit neurologic health and well–being. All skill levels are welcome!

Cardio Tennis is a safe and healthy workout designed for players of all ability and fitness levels. The event will take place at the Hilton Health Club in New Orleans. We will ask that attendees arrive at 6:45 a.m. to get provided heart rate monitors programmed.

Register for Cardio Tennis

Please contact Lynee Koester at lkoester@aan.com if you have any questions.

New Fellows (FAAN) and 50–year Member Recognition

New Fellows (FAANs) and members who have served the Academy for 50+ years are cordially invited to the New Fellow and 50–year Member Recognition at the AAN 64th Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana.

There will be a special acknowledgement during the Presidential Plenary Session on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

A luncheon will immediately follow in the Ma Maison Room from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Enjoy lunch, dessert and beverages with members of the AAN Board of Directors and Membership Committee, and receive a special lapel pin.

Please RSVP to Lynee Koester at lkoester@aan.com or (651) 695–2739 by Friday, March 16th.

Fourth Annual Run/Walk for Brain Research

Tuesday, April 24 from 6:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Support research in neurology and join us for a 5k run or one mile walk in New Orleans! Whether you're an occasional or seasoned runner, or just enjoy a walk, you'll enjoy this beautiful trek and support a good cause.

All proceeds go to support Clinical Research Training Fellowships in neurology. Registration fee is $25. The race is open to all meeting attendees and their families. Water and refreshments available after the race, and bus service to and from the race site is provided.

View 2011 Run/Walk Results

Raise Money for Research

After you register for the Run/Walk for Brain Research, let your families and friends know that they can sponsor your run or walk for a flat donation. The more people who sponsor you — the more money raised for research!

Donate to the Run/Walk

Challenge Your Section

The Sports Neurology section is hosting a section challenge in conjunction with the Run/Walk for Brain Research. When you sign up for the Run/Walk please indicate the specific section you are involved in.

Challenges include:

• Recognition for the section with the most members participating.
• Recognition for the section with the fastest cumulative running time.

Let the challenge begin! Current section registration: