DANCE CLASSES

Dance education provides more than just technical dance skill development. Benefits that are acquired through structured dance training carry over into so many other areas of activities, whether it's personal social or sports related. And these benefits can last a lifetime! Through consistent dance training, children can develop better posture, coordination, balance, endurance, grace, poise, timing and rhythm, self confidence, discipline of body and mind, self esteem, socialization and teamwork skills.

Observation-We ask that you limit your visitation of the dance classes to the first and last day of the session. We found that the students learn much faster without the distraction of parents and siblings in attendance. Thank you for your cooperation.

Twinkle Toes

Ages 3-4. This beginning dance class focuses on fun, creative movement that will prepare beginning dancers for all kinds of dance and activity classes in the future. We'll learn elements of ballet and jazz dance, experiment with dance concepts like size and rhythm, and practice stretching, jumping, and twirling! Your little dancer will love this class! No drop ins. Instructor: Eleanor Wakefield
1/17-3/6 . . . T . . . 3-3:30p . . . $18 ID/$28 OD . . .
1/17-3/6 . . . T . . . 3:45-4:15p . . . $18 ID/$28 OD
1/19-3/8 . . . Th . . . 3:15-3:45p . . . $18 ID/$28 OD

Tiny Dancers

Ages 5-7. Perfect for kids with or without dance experience, Tiny Dancers focuses on ballet and jazz dance techniques to keep kids moving and having fun. We'll learn dance steps and combinations in ballet and jazz styles, plus we'll work on general dance skills like balance, stretching, turning, and jumping. We'll use our whole bodies to learn and grow together! No drop ins. Instructor: Eleanor Wakefield
1/17-3/6 . . . T . . . 4:30-5:30p . . . $36 ID/$46 OD
1/19-3/8 . . . Th . . . 4-5p . . . $36 ID/$46 OD

 

 

Music

Guitarchestra I: Intro to Guitar

Ages 11+. Learn basic chords, strumming patterns and songs in a supportive group setting. Bring your own acoustic guitar. Instructor will provide all other materials. Instructor: Ian Zalewski.
1/24-3/27 . . . Tu . . . 4-5:25p . . . . . . $50 ID/$60 OD

Guitarchestra II: Play, Play, Play

Ages 11+. A guitar class built around only learning and playing songs. Graduates receive sheet music fore more than 50 songs. Some guitar experience required. Instructor: Ian Zalewski
1/24-3/27 . . . Tu . . . 5:30-6:55p . . . . . . $50 ID/$60 OD

Guitarchestra III: Lead Guitar

Ages 11+. Handouts will cover flashy tricks, chord theory, scale patterns, and all other basics to get you started and become a "Real Guitar Hero." Applicable to every style of music.
Instructor: Ian Zalewski.
1/24-3/27 . . . Tu . . . 7-8p . . . . . . $40 ID/$50 OD

Guitar Lessons: Private

All ages. Learn the music you want to play in a weekly half-hour private lesson. Most popular styles will be covered. Students are encouraged to bring in their own CDs. Bring a guitar and a blank cassette tape to class. Contact instructor John Powell at 541-729-9928 to schedule an appointment.
Ongoing . . . W . . . By appt. . . . $65 ID/$75 OD/month

Piano Lessons

All ages. Weekly half-hour private lessons. Instructor Jean Marie Wu received a Doctorate of Musical Arts in Piano Performance from John Hopkins University. She taught piano at the Julia Music School and the Staten Island Conservatory of Music. Instructor: Jean Wu.
Ongoing . . . M or Th . . . 3-5:30p . . . $65 ID/$75 OD/month

Music Together

Ages 0-4 with Parent. Circlesong Music Together offers music and movement classes for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and the grownups who love them. Music Together is a research-based, developmentally appropriate early childhood music curriculum that strongly emphasizes and facilitates adult involvement. Our mixed-age classes create a family environment where children gain basic musical competence through play. Cost includes a CD and songbook that encourages musical development at home, in the car, and wherever you are! Instructor: Alli Bach & Tiffany Kettel
1/14-3/17 . . . Sa . . . 11:15-12p . . . $145

Parent/Child Drum

Ages 10 and under. This class is the perfect opportunity for parents to spend time with their child, learning together the art of a different culture. The high energy fun filled class teaches basic techniques broken down into steps for all ages used to create beautiful rythems from Guinea West Africa. Join professional Drummer/Dancer Ibrahim Sylla from Guinea West Africa for this great learning experience.
2/10-3/23 . . . F . . . 4:45-5:45p . . . $40 ID/$50 OD

 

Fine Arts

Joy of Creating /Drawing and Painting and Printmaking

Ages 5,6,7. Even the first meeting of this class will be fun, as the instructor asks YOU, the group, what do you want this class to be all about, then designs a curriculum to fit your interests. Do you want to draw fairies and knights, dragons and monsters, animals and cars, or rockets? Do you want to make masks, learn cartooning basics, or explore printmaking? Do you want to make art from other countries like Ireland or China? Or would you like to learn about the art of a particular artist in history? How about painting what music sounds like, or making up a story and then creating the art to illustrate it? In an atmosphere that supports childhood imagination, silliness, and fun, while simultaneously sneaking in art fundamentals such as color, representatonal drawing, and shading, we'll play our way to fuller expression while picking up new skills. Bring a 14x17 drawing tablet, a pencil, and a kneaded eraser to the first class. Cost includes a $5.00 supply fee. Instructor: Jamie Gorbet.
1/18-3/7 . . . W . . . 4-5p . . . $30 ID/$36 OD

Learn to See Like an Artist

Ages 8-12. Fun with your imagination meets more practice with fundamental art skills. As in the younger kids class, YOU, the group enrolled will spend part of the first class meeting telling the instructor what you want to draw, paint, print, and know about in the arts. Do you like medieval creatures and their worlds, Manga or cars, rockets and machines, dragons, fairies, wildlife, comic strips, or something else? Do you want to make art from Africa, Asia or Australia? Would you like to know why Van Gogh is so famous or how Matisse did all those happy amazing designs? We can explore acrylic paint, colored pencil, charcoal, pastels, watercolor, and printmaking. Participants will gain more practice in everything art in a safe and nurturing environment. Bring a 14x17 drawing tablet, a pencil, and a kneaded earaser to the first class. Cost includes a $5.00 supply fee. Instructor: Jamie Gorbet.
1/18-3/7 . . . W . . . 5-6:15p . . . $30 ID/$36 OD

 

Martial Arts

Karate and Self-defense

Ages 10+. Learn modern self-defense concepts and techniques with major emphasis placed on women and children's self-defense. Self-defense training includes expanding knowledge of the potential dangers, personal awareness of surroundings, and improving physical defensive skills. Training uses ancient and modern Kata (forms). Traditional method of recognizing achievement and advancement is the colored belt system. Class Held at Prairie Hall, 30043 Leghorn Road. Register at Prairie Hall or call 541-688-8955. Instructor: Dave DeHart.
Every TuTh . . . 7-8:30p . . . $35/month

Tae Kwon Do

Ages 7+. Tae Kwon Do is a traditional Korean martial art performed with empty hands, bare feet and a strong spirit. Students in the beginning of class will learn kicking and hand techniques for self defense, while developing their physical fitness and self confidence. The intermediate class offers advanced training in non contact sparring forms of self defense skills for students wishing to advance in the belt ranking system. This is an excellent sport the whole family can enjoy together. Class Held at Prairie Hall, 30043 Leghorn Road. Register at Prairie Hall or call 541-688-8955. Instructor: John B. Camp.
Youth/Adult: Beg MW . . . 6:30-7:30p . . . $35/month
Youth/Adult: Int . . . MW 7:30-8:30p $35/month
Adult: Beg/Int . . . F 6:30-7:30p $35/month

 

General Interest

Baby Sitting & Safety

Ages 11-adult. This American Red Cross course will teach the responsibilities of being a good babysitter and what to expect from the person who hires you. You'll also learn how to: interview for a babysitting job, make responsible decisions, supervise children, keep kids safe inside and out of the house, choose appropriate toys, handle emergencies, perform first aid, and perform basic care (such as diapering, feeding and dressing of infants) along with preparation of simple meals and snacks. You will receive a copy of The Babysitters Handbook. American Red Cross Certification will be awarded upon successful completion of the course. A safety & first aid kit will be available for purchase through the instructor for an additional small fee. Refunds will not be given after 1/18/12 and 3/7/12.
1/21 . . . #1 Sa . . . 9a - 4p . . . $45
3/10 . . . #2 Sa . . . 9a - 4p . . . $45

Partners in Driver Education

Age 15+. Permit required. This 8-hour classroom course is a team approach to helping novice drivers and their coaches work together to develop habit patterns that can lead to a lifetime of safe driving practices. The course will be an excellent supplement to the 100 hours of supervised practice required of new drivers under age 18 who choose not to take an "ODOT-approved" Driver Education course because of time constraints. Concepts and information presented will provide the framework for the beginning driver to continue to learn with the support of a mature, experienced driver. A parent or other driving coach must attend the first class with the student. Parents are encouraged to attend all class sessions, but classes 2-4 are optional for parents. Guided practice sessions will be assigned each week. Six hours of private, in-car training (coach welcome) available for an additional fee of $276. Scheduled separately. Instructor: Richard Ubel
2/4, 11, 25 & 3/10 . . . Sa . . . 10a-12p . . . $65

 

Tennis

Go to the TENNIS page.

A.S.A.P

Extended care service to children with working parents. Click here to go to the AFTERSCHOOL page.