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Continuing Education Programs Winter 2010

 

Aquatic Leadership Programs
Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross
Lifesaving awards, Pre-requisites to NLS
Session 1
Time: 7:00 - 9:30 pm
Days: (11) Sundays
Date: Jan. 17 – Apr. 11 (no class Feb. 14, Mar. 21)
Fee: $175.00 (includes books)
Session 2 Sept. 13 – Dec. 5 (no class Oct. 11, Nov. 14)
Aquatic Emergency Care, National Lifeguard Services, 02 Administration, & CPR
Days: (12) Mondays
Date: Jan. 11 – Apr. 12 (no class Feb. 15)
Time: 5:00 – 9:30 pm
Fee: $320.00 (includes books)
Assistant Water Safety Instructor& Water Safety Instructor
Days: (12) Mondays
Date: Sept. 13 – Dec. 6 (no class Oct. 11)
Time: 5:00 – 9:30 pm
Fee: $400.00 (includes books)

 

RECERTS AEC & NLS WSI
Days: Monday Wednesday
Date: March 29 March 24
Time: 5:00 -10:00 pm 6:00 - 10:00 pm
Fee: $50.00 for one, $85.00 both $70.00

 

Recreation Classes

 

Scuba Diving
Internationally recognized, this 8-session course includes classroom academic & pool diving assessment. Includes all equipment except snorkel. Added charges for open water to be arranged separately. Taught by Farrington Diving Services.
Days: (7) Tuesdays
Date: Jan. 26 – Mar. 9
Time: 6:30 – 11:00 pm
Fee: $275.00 & snorkel

 

Adult Swim Class
This is a three-level program in which students register on the basis of their swimming ability.
Days: (8) Wednesdays
Date: Jan. 27 – Mar. 17
Time: 8:00 – 8:45 pm
Fee: $50.00

 

Private Swim Lessons
Make arrangements at Recreation Office.
30 min. $14.00
45 min. $21.00
1 hr. $28.00

 

Senior’s Weight Training & Fitness
More energy, stronger bones, and greater mobility! Experiencing physical fitness is an exhilarating feeling at any age! The seniors’ weight training classes include a variety of supervised fitness programs in both the weight room & the gymnasium. Seniors aged 55 and older. Instructor: Candace Sayler, Fitness Consultant.
Days: (10) Tues. & (10) Thurs.
Date: Jan. 19 – Mar. 25
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Fee: $40.00 punch card or $4.50 drop-in fee or membership

 

 

General Interest Classes

 

Beginner Guitar For Kids
Does your child wish to learn to play the guitar? This class is geared for kids ages 10-12 years and requires no experience with the guitar. Must have your own guitar. Instructor: Matt Johnson.
Days: (10) Weds
Date: Feb. 3 – Apr. 7
Time: 6:00 – 6:45 pm
Fee: $60.00 & book

 

Beginner Guitar For Teens
Always wanted to learn to play, here’s your chance. This class is geared for teens, ages 13-16 years, and requires that you have little or no experience with the guitar. Must have your own guitar. Instructor: Matt Johnson.
Days: (10) Weds
Date: Feb. 3 – Apr. 7
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Fee: $80.00 & book

 

Adult Beginner Guitar
Always wanted to learn to play, here’s your chance. This class requires that you have little or no experience with the guitar. Must have your own guitar. Instructor: Enoch Attey.
Days: (10) Weds
Date: Feb. 3 – Apr. 7
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Fee: $80.00 & book

 

Adult Intermediate Guitar
Wanting to expand your guitar skills, here’s your chance. This class requires that you have basic training with the guitar. Must have your own guitar. Instructor: Enoch Attey.
Days: (10) Weds
Date: Feb. 3 – Apr. 7
Time: 7:15 – 8:15 pm
Fee: $80.00 & book
Book: Hal Leonard Guitar Method Book 1. Student guitar book. Both these books can be purchased at 53rd Street Music in downtown Red Deer.

 

Introduction to Drawing
Are you new to drawing or do you need a quick refresher? This course will take you through the rudiments of learning how to use your visual eye and draw what you see. Elements of visual art include gesture, perspective and composition will be covered in a hands-on approach. Charcoal and graphite will be the mediums used. No need to bring any materials to class. For ages 18 to 98. Instructor: Stacey Hunter.
Days: (4) Thurs
Date: Feb. 4 – Feb. 25
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Fee: $40.00

 

Digital Photography & Picasa
Learn the basics of digital photo editing using Picasa Google. Learn how to download software, import photos, organize, and simple photo editing techniques such as cropping, red eye correction, lighting and more. Learn how to share and exhibit your photos on the web and create web albums and collages. Please bring your camera, USB cable, and any pictures on a CD or Memory Stick you wish to use. Instructor: Randy Chenowith.
Days: (2) Thurs
Date: April 15 & 22
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Fee: $60.00

 

Traveler’s Spanish Beginners
Traveling in a Spanish-speaking country will be much more enjoyable if you learn the language for practical everyday living. Come and experience conversational Spanish in a fun learning environment. Instructor: Joselyn Almonte.
Days: (8) Weds
Date: Feb. 3 – Mar. 24
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Fee: $85.00

 

 

Cooking Classes

 

Gluten-Free Cooking
Celiac disease, gluten intolerance, autism, and even ADHD are all treated with a gluten-free diet. Gluten-free cooking can and does taste delicious. We will cook and eat a delicious meal together, from start to finish, showing methods and helpful hints to make it simple and tasty. You will go home with some recipes, newfound confidence to cook gluten-free, and some tasty treats. Instructor: Valerie Van Gelderen - mother of 9 children, 6 of them having Celiac Disease.
Days: (1) Tue
Date: Feb. 23
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Fee: $40.00

 

Cake Decorating 101
Have you always wanted to learn how to make your cakes extra special? We’ll show you how. Learn helpful tips for baking, layering, and icing cakes. Receive instruction on decorating tools including piping bags and tips. Learn to create basket weave, stars, leaves piping, and a variety of flowers to decorate your own cake. Instructors: Rayanne Studer and Jeanine Anderson. Supply list to be picked up at registration.
Days: (2) Tues
Date: Feb. 16 & 23
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Fee: $55.00

 

Cake Fondant 101
Take your cake decorating to the next level. Learn the basics of using fondant icing, covering a cake and how to make fun, colorful decorations such as ribbons, flowers, and leaves using fondant. Instructors: Rayanne Studer and Jeanine Anderson. Supply list to be picked up at registration.
Days: (2) Tues
Date: March 2 & 9
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Fee: $55.00

 

The Not-So-Impossible Vegan Lifestyle
Want to eat healthier but feel a vegan lifestyle is an impossible goal? Take this class and learn how to transition to a vegan lifestyle while preparing tasty vegan recipes for a variety of meal ideas from breakfast to supper. Recipes will include traditional foods such as Caesar Salad, Meatballs, Chocolate Cake, and more. Foods will be nut-free for those with allergies. Instructor: Elke Holly.
Days: (1) Sun
Date: April 18
Time: 3:00–5:00 pm
Fee: $40.00

 

Taste of India
Treat your taste buds to a savory vegetarian experience. Love East Indian food but don’t know how to cook it? Learn easy ways to prepare authentic East Indian cuisine. You won’t want to miss this entertaining and informative evening. Instructor: Tennyson Samraj.
Days: (1) Tue
Date: March 23
Time: 7:00–9:00 pm
Fee: $40.00

 

Registration Registration Begins January 4, 2010
Pre-registration is required for all courses. Please register at least one week before the course unless otherwise stated. Payment must be made at time of registration. Register in person, by phone, or by mail. All fees include GST.
Refund Policy Refunds are generally not available, except for extenuating circumstances. A ten dollar ($10.00) administration fee will be charged on all refunds. If a course is canceled due to insufficient enrollment, a full refund will be given. We reserve the right to change or cancel any program as needed.

 

 

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