Adult Performing & Literary Art Classes

Adult Performing & Literary Art Classes
Winter-Spring 2010

Come join us as we explore the Performing & Literary Arts. The classes below provide a great opportunity to gather with friends, take a break from life, and let it all out. Adult classes and workshops are open to students age 16 and above.

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A Winter of Writing: Advanced Nonfiction/Fiction Workshop

DATES: January 6-February 3
TIME: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Amy Weldon
COST: $70
PREREQUISITE: Previous ArtHaus writing course, or instructor's consent

This course is designed for alumni of previous ArtHaus writing courses who are ready to take their work to the next level. We'll combine some reading and discussion with in-class and take-home exercises, but the focus will be on producing and refining your own short fiction or creative nonfiction in a fun, supportive environment.

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Pilates

DATES:
Winter: January 6-February 10
Spring I: February 17-March 31 (no class March 24)
Spring II: April 7-May 12
TIME: Wednesdays 9:00-10:00am
INSTRUCTOR: Karen Berland
LOCATION: Eclips (Spring I) - ArtHaus (Spring II)
COST: $55 for one session, $100 for two, $150 for three

Pilates floor exercises concentrate on development of core strength, flexibility, and mind-body awareness. Pilates practitioners report that their bodies become stronger, longer, leaner, and more able to move through their daily lives with grace and ease. Bring your own mat and see for yourself! Karen is an SCW Certified Pilates instructor.

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Mindfulness for Everyday Life

DATES: January 5-Febuary 9
TIME: Tuesdays 7:00-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Lee Zook, MSW, PhD
COST: $65

Experience (or continue your exploration of) sitting meditation, walking meditation, body scan meditation, and yoga as a means toward mindfulness--a path to stress relief and everyday peacefulness. Mindfulness techniques have spread to traditional medical settings across the country where they have been found to benefit those with a variety of physical and emotional challenges. New and returning students are invited to practice these life-enhancing techniques with a qualified instructor in a supportive environment.

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Advanced Improv

DATES: February 23-March 30
TIME: Tuesdays 7:45-9:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: Kristen Underwood
COST: $60
LOCATION: The Yoga Studio
PREREQUISITE: Previous ArtHaus improv class or instructor’s consent.

This class will build on the exercises explored in past ArtHaus improv classes – continue those fabulous forays into the imagination, releasing the blocks we carry or create that separate us from our inherent creativity.

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Traditional European Folk Dancing

DATES: February 10-March 17
TIME: Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm
INSTRUCTOR: Pine Wilson
COST: $55
LOCATION: Elks Lodge

What a great way to move your body and warm up on a winter’s night! Pine Wilson will lead you on a tour of the traditional folk dances of Greece, Romania, Serbia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Israel, France, and more. Beginners and returning students welcome, no partners needed!

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Wedding Dance Primer – in 3 easy steps

DATES: March 24 (one night only!)
TIME: Wednesday 6:00-9:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: Alan Hockersmith
COST: $30/pair
LOCATION: Elks Lodge

Do you feel more like Ole and Lena than Fred and Ginger when you step onto the dance floor? Dispel your wedding day fears by learning the basics of social dance in this three-hour workshop. Not your big day? This class is for anybody looking to polish their moves on the dance floor! Couples are recommended, but if you’re flying solo let us know and we’ll put you on the singles list. Limited to 6 pairs so sign up early!

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Beginning Ukulele

DATES: April 6-May 11
TIME: Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: Liz Rog
COST: $60

Have you always longed to play an instrument? Tried guitar but gave up? This is the class for you! Anyone can learn the uke, and once you learn, you'll never want to put it down. You'll be singing and strumming within a week, eventually jamming with mandolin, guitar, banjo, and fiddle players. Need to buy a ukulele? Let us know and Liz will hook you up

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