WINTER 2011-12 CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS



VISUAL ARTS


Drawing with Coloured Pencil
Gerry Oliver

This workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals of drawing with coloured pencil or, if you are an experienced student, will guide you in more advanced techniques.

Saturday, March 17, 10:00am–4:00 pm



Kids’ Activity Day
Kelly Jakubowski, Rob Somers and Brenda Lagimodiere

Come enjoy a full day of scrapbooking, art and clay sculpting for kids! Everyone will have time to explore each medium, and even come home with a few personal works of art.

Monday, February 13 (PD Day), 9 am–3:30 pm
$30 per person


After School Art
Rob Somers

An introduction to various art techniques and media, for kids aged 9–12.

Wednesdays, 4–5 pm
Five weeks: January 18–February 15
Members: $40  | Non-Members: $55


THEATRE


Adult Drama Workshop
Don Walmsley

An acting workshop for anyone who thinks it might be fun to give it a try, as well as for those who are looking to develop their skills. No experience whatsoever necessary, just come with enthusiasm and an open mind (and lunch).

Saturday, February 11, 10 am–3 pm
$30 per person


Youth Drama Workshop
Don Walmsley

Aimed at young adults, this workshop focuses on the fundamentals of acting and performance in a casual and collaborative
environment.

Ages: 13–18
Saturday, March 10, 10 am–3 pm (bring a lunch)
$30 per person


DANCE


Preschool Dance: Creative Movement
Kiera Dragan

Learn and enjoy movement through dance, including beginning elements of ballet, jazz and hip hop.

Ages: 3-5
Thursdays, 3:45–4:15 pm
8 weeks: January 19–March 8
Members: $50 | Non-Members $60


Jazz and Hip Hop
Kiera Dragan

Learn step, rhythm and movement through  jazz and hip hop. Enjoy your favourite music and dance!

Children’s Jazz and Hip Hop I
Ages: 6-7 (Grades 1–2)
Thursdays, 4:20–4:50 pm
8 weeks: January 19–March 8
Members: $50 | Non-Members $60

Children’s Jazz and Hip Hop II
Ages: 8-11 (Grades 3-6)
Thursdays, 5:00–5:45 pm
8 weeks: January 19–March 8
Members: $60 | Non-Members $70

Teen Jazz and Hip Hop
Ages: 12-18
Thursdays, 5:50–6:35
8 weeks: January 19–March 8
Members: $60 | Non-Members $70


Zumba
Kathie Roe

Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before participants know it, they’re getting fit and their energy levels are soaring!

Monday Zumba
Mondays, 7–8 pm
8 weeks: January 16–March 12 (no class Louis Riel day)
Adults: $75 | Students: $50

Wednesday Zumba
Wednesdays, 7–8 pm
8 weeks: January 18-March 7
Adults: $75 | Students: $50

Take both Monday and Wednesday Zumba and save 10% on your registration fee!


Zumba Gold
Kathie Roe

Zumba Gold takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle.

Wednesdays, 6–7 pm
8 weeks: January 18-March 7
Adults: $75 | Students: $50


FIBRE ARTS

Basic Beading on Fabric
Pat Findlay

This three-hour class, for the beginner or intermediate level student, will introduce various types of beads and the techniques needed to attach them to fabric.  Each student should be able to stitch a small sampler of beading techniques within the time allotted, using the kit provided.

Saturday, March 3, 1–4 pm
Members: $50 | Non-Members: $55
Registration includes the kit fee


Needle Felting
Diana Neuman

This workshop will introduce you to the art of needle felting, including a brief description of the processing and dying of fleece that produces the materials. Students will work on a step-by-step project that will teach them all the skills they need to go on and produce works of their own.

Saturday, January 28, 1-4 pm
Members: $30 | Non-Members: $35


Knitting, crocheting and sewing to create wearable fashion or works of art are all popular activities once again, but not all of us had the opportunity to learn them at our grandmother’s knee. This winter the VCC is offering several beginner-level courses in a casual environment to help you get started.

Beginners’ Quilting
Lane Englund

Spend a day learning the basic skills involved in putting a quilt together. If you have any experience sewing, you too can learn to make these beautiful and practical works of art.

Saturday, February 25, 10 am–4 pm
Members: $40 | Non-Members: $45


Beginners’ Crochet
Tannis Brown

Practice the basic crochet stitches and learn to create the building blocks that will propel you to bigger and more elaborate projects.

February 27, March 1, 5, 8; 7–9 pm
Members: $45 | Non-Members: $60


Beginners’ Knitting
Diana Neuman

Come learn the fundamentals of knitting, including the basic stitches and the techniques to begin and end a project.

Mondays,  7–9 pm
4 weeks: January 23–February 13
Members: $45 | Non-Members: $60

Grab Bag Mittens
Diana Neuman

Once you have the basics down, put your knitting skills into practice learning to make a pair of mittens  from any available yarn. If you already have some fundamental knitting skills, jump in and join us for this session.

Mondays,  7–9 pm
4 weeks: February 27–March 19
Members: $45 | Non-Members: $60


MUSIC


Listening For Enjoyment
Remi Bouchard

Enjoy the music of 70 composers, from Beethoven to Vivaldi and everything in between!

Wednesdays, 7:00–8:30 pm
8 weeks: January 4–February 22
Members: $40 | Non-Members $45
* Class will be held at Remi's Studio. Advance registration is not necessary; if you have not registered in advance, you can register at the first class.


Music Together
Wendy Menzies

A music program designed for infants to kindergarten-aged children and their parents to experience music together. Bring Harmony Home!

Fridays, 10–10:45 am
10 weeks: January 20–March 23
$120.00 Registration
$40.00 for Second Child
$15.00 for Drop Ins
Registration includes books and materials. Inquire about rates for larger familes.


Piano and Voice Lessons
Wendy Menzies

Tuesdays by appointment
For all skill levels

30-minute lesson: $14.50
45-minute lesson: $21.75


Guitar Lessons
Brenda Rogers

Tuesdays by appointment
For all skill levels

30-minute lesson: $13.50


Violin and Fiddle Lessons
Shannon Darby

Saturdays by appointment
For all skill levels

30-minute lesson: $16.00

For more information or to sign up for a class, stop by the VCC, call us at 476-3232, or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it