Winter 2012 G

HEALTH & HAPPINESS:

ADULT: Yoga, & Tai Chi workshops will be held in the Dance Studio, parking available on the east side, enter from Orchard street.

Adult Tai Chi: Experience the flowing movement of Tai Chi as it treats your body to a gentle, relaxing workout.  Tai Chi is the most popular form of exercise on the planet.  Adults that practice Tai Chi lead a more active life, and their health potential increases.  Tai Chi as an exercise is said to leave one cool, calm, refreshed as well as energized.  This class is suggested for those ages 45 and older.

Instructors: Norm Skanchy

Tuesday/Thursday, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Session I: January 10 through February 9, 2012

Session II: February 28 through March 27, 2012

Ages: 45 and up

Tuition/five weeks session: $50 members,

$55 nonmembers.

Daily/ Drop-in: $7 members, $8 nonmembers.

Kundalini Yoga: Learn Kundalini Yoga techniques that can help one develop increased energy and well being.  Practice meditation that can bring deep states of relaxation and connectiveness.  Experience how to practice Kundalini Yoga that can help bring  calm and contentment to these chaotic times. 

Instructor: Sat Mandir Khalsa

Beginning: (eight weeks): January 18 through March 7, 2012

Wednesdays, 7:30 - 8:45 p.m.

Tuition: $40 members,  $45 nonmembers.

 Intermediate: (eight weeks) The intermediate yoga workshop will include new sequences, and meditations.

January 18 through March 7, 2012

Wednesdays, 6:15 - 7:30 p.m.

Tuition: $40 members, $45 nonmembers.

Restorative Yoga: A continuing class  to help de-stress, and maintain overall health. This class will help to counter any type of disorder brought on by repetitive movements. An excellent class to help and prevent back problems. This class will leave you feeling as if you have had a full body massage. A minimum of 5 students is required with a maximum set at 15 students. 

Instructor: Jill Sjoblom, RYT

Session I: January  4 through April 25, 2012 (class will not be held February 15th).

Wednesdays, noon to 1:00 p.m.

Session II: January 9 through April 23, 2012 (class will not be held on February 13 & 20, 2012)

Mondays, 5:15 to 6:00

Tuition: Drop-in (daily):$10 members, $12 nonmembers.

Monthly/ Session: $32 members, $42 nonmembers.

Receive a discount when you sign up to attend both sessions: $45 members, $55 nonmembers.

sAdhana Yoga: A continuing yoga class for those searching for a fun, challenging Iyengar tradition class.  No beginners please.  A minimum of 5 students is required with a maximum set at 15 students.

Instructor: Jill Sjoblom

Mondays, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.

March 5 through 26, 2012

April 2 through 23, 2012

Monthly Tuition: $32 members,  $42 nonmembers.

Twilight Yoga: Come and do yoga to soothing music, candlelight and minimal instruction. We will flow through the poses while experiencing the mind, body, and soul at a new level.  No beginners please. A minimum of 5 students  is required for the workshops with a maximum set at 15 students so that each student receives personalized attention. 

Instructor: Jill Sjoblom

Mondays,  6:15 to 7:15 p.m.

January 9 through 30, 2012

Tuition: $32 members,  $40 nonmembers.

February 6 & 20, 27, 2012

Tuition: $24 members & 30 nonmembers.

Saturday Vinyasa Flow Yoga:  Participants will practice the correct alignment of basic yoga poses and learn how to link them together through movement. Be prepared to build strength, balance, and stamina, all while relieving stress and tension.  The poses in this class can be modified for everyone from beginner to advanced students. 

Lori Parrish has been practicing yoga for nine years,  teaching for four years.  She has trained with Jo Canfield, Dana & Baron Baptiste, Charlotte Bell, to name a few.  With a background in dance, she has a great appreciation and awareness of how the body moves.  In her own practice, she has found that experimenting with each pose, and movement within the pose, is the best way to find what works best for you.  Lori likes teaching all types of classes, but especially enjoys teaching kids and prenatal yoga.

Instructor: Lori Parrish, RYT

February 4, 11 & 25, 2012

March 3, 10 & 24, 2012

March 31, April 21 & 28, 2012

Saturdays, 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.

Tuition: $20 members, 25 nonmembers.

Drop-in (daily): $8 members, $10 nonmembers.

 Art of the Cocktail:We will start with the basics of cocktail making and discuss cocktail history as well as pertinent vintage barware. We will explore the different kinds of liquor, mixers, fresh vs. pre-made and how to incorporate bitters in your cocktails. We will talk about the debate of shaken or stirred and of course we will sample the cocktails. Everyone can create their own signature cocktail. Students must be at least 21 years old.   A minimum  of 5 students is required.  Class is limited to 15 students.

Instructor: Mark Bigler

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Tuition: $25 members,$30 nonmembers.

Introduction to Mother/Daughter Circle: A mother/daughter circle creates a safe space to strengthen bonds, improve communication and affirm the unique dynamic that the mother/daughter relationship creates.   Join Ronda Devereaux, a local life coach, for this fun and interactive introduction to the mother/daughter circle. Open to mother/daughters of all ages!!!

Life coach: Ronda Devereaux

Saturday, February 18, 2012

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Tuition: $10 members, $12 nonmembers.

Women’s Circle: Who I am:  “Who do you see when you look in the mirror?”  If you answered crow’s feet, you should call to sign up, because you were asked “Who” not what.  Ronda Devereaux, life coach will assist you in exploring the following concepts:  What it means to be Me?; Learn the big L.I.E.; Create more space and flow in your life; Determining the ‘You Are Here’ on your road map; and  ‘You are the One’ you’ve been waiting for.  This fun, interactive group experience will start you on the journey to strengthening the bond … with You.  You can’t see where you are going if you  don’t know where you are! 

Life coach: Ronda Devereaux

February 6 through March 12, 2012

Mondays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Tuition: $42 members, $45 nonmembers.

PERFORMING ARTS: FILM:

Film Production Classes held in the Ballroom of the historic home, enter through the lower door on the east side.

Film Production Series: In a series of 2 & 4 week classes, The Concepts of Creating an Artzy Film will be explored with screenwriter, actor and visual artist, Lena Liozzi.  Recommended for those ages 10 through adult.

Lena Liozzi has studied the Sanford Meisner technique in Los Angeles for over 20 years with veteran actor David Proval and Creative Actor Studies with Robert Viharo. A member of City Garage Theater in Santa Monica and West End Theater in West Los Angeles, Lena is a gifted screenwriter now active as an actor/writer in Utah Women in Film and Utah's growing independent film market.

Looking for Unique Characters & The Audition:  Working with a script, how do we find actors?  From posting an ad, to seeing the actors; the audition process is exciting and painstaking.  In this brief session, we will develop characters further and actually set an audition night for our film projects as well as set the dates for filming in the Spring 2012.

Instructor: Lenna Liozzi

Tuesdays, February 21 & 28, 2012

6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Tuition: $25 members,  $30 nonmembers.

Location– Location: Having a script and a cast is the first half, now we need to look for special locations.  The location          speaks to the writer/director and may offer more  than the script conveys.  In this session, students will actually go on location, take photos and more!

Instructor: Lenna Liozzi

Thursdays, March 8 & 15, 2012

6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Tuition: $25 members, $30 nonmembers.

Film Shooting & Directing on Location: Students who have developed scripts, have actors set and ready to go, will obtain first hand direction assistance with the final phases of shooting a short film, wardrobe, make-up, working with the actors, and the camera!

Instructor: Lenna Liozzi

Saturdays, April 21 through May 12, 2012

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon

Tuition: $50 members, $60 nonmembers.

DANCE: ADULT/CHILD: (Classes held in Dance building, parking available on east side, enter parking from Orchard street.)

African Dance: Introductory program of African dance taught in an invigorating atmosphere.  Move with polyrhythm, which are the basis of African dance and many other popular dance forms, such as hip hop and stomp.  Explore the cultural significance of the dances.  African–based movement is a great aerobic workout and it is fun!  No experience is necessary.  Any age is welcome.  (Children may take class if accompanied by a parent.)

Instructor: Déjà   Mitchell, B.S., Modern Dance, Utah State University.  She has studied African dance and drumming  for over 15 years with numerous renowned teachers. 

Session I: six week: January 23 through February 27, 2012

Session II: six weeks: March 5 through April 9, 2012

Mondays, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

Tuition/session: $42 members, $45 nonmembers.  $125 family (up to four participants, at least one an adult)

Generations Dance: A beginning level African dance class, geared towards those who are over 50 or are looking for a fun, low impact exercise class for staying or getting into shape.  You will gently be guided and inspired by Deja, an experienced dance instructor and the wonderful music and rhythms of Africa!

Children are welcome in the class if accompanied by a parent or grandparent.

Instructor: Deja Mitchell

Session I: January 24 through February 28, 2012

Session II: March 6 through April 10, 2012

Tuesdays, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Tuition/session: Adults: $30 members, $33 nonmembers. Children: $4/class.

Tribal Fusion Belly Dance: Learn the basic belly dance language. Feel sensual and strong. Tribal fusion belly dance is a blend of styles and cultures--from India, to North Africa, to New York urban. A fun, full-body workout that will make you feel transformed.   

All levels and ages welcome.

 Instructor: Déjà  Mitchell

Session I: January 26 through March 1, 2012

Session II: March 8 through April 12, 2012

Thursday, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Tuition: $42 members, $45 nonmembers.

Middle Eastern (Belly)  Dance: Technique: A review of basic moves and steps used in Middle Eastern dance with emphasis on technique and simple combinations. Belly dance (in Arabic, “Raqs Sharki”, dance Oriental) is a fun way to socialize and benefit from physical activity.  All levels, ages welcome.

Zuhra Zakiyah, Candace Baker, has studied locally, and has added to her education by attending a multitude of workshops with professional internationally  known  dancers.  She has attended the Middle Eastern Music and Dance Camp in Mendocino.  Zuhra has traveled through Egypt, Morocco and Turkey dancing informally many times with the locals. She is familiar with the different styles of Middle Eastern dance along with the  rhythms and regions of many folk styles.

Instructor: Zuhra Zakiyah

Session II: January 24 through February 28, 2012

Session III: March 13 through April 10, 2012

Tuesdays, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Tuition/session: $42 members, $45 nonmembers. 

DANCE: ADULTS:

Soul Meets Body: A Moving Meditation through Dance: Join us for a weekly dance session that moves your body, releases your heart, and frees your mind, allowing you to connect to the essence of your soul, the source of  inspiration where you can access unlimited possibilities and potential.

This class is loosely based on the 5 Rhythm  Method.  The instruction is minimal which allows you to dance the way you prefer to dance within a group of people, who also enjoy moving.  The music will be uplifting, and will guide you through a wave of energy, allowing you a full range of expression, and leaving you feeling more balanced and centered. 

Instructor: Tamara Anderson      

December 5, 2011 through March 26, 2012 (class will not be held on December 26th or January 2nd).

Mondays, 6:45 to 8:15 p.m.                        

Tuition: Drop-in (daily): $7 members, $8 nonmember.   Monthly: $25 members,  $30 nonmembers. 

Woman’s Dance and Vitality: Tamara Anderson and Britta Visser Stumpp team up to offer a class designed to help women express their natural beauty, grace and feminine power through dance, meditation and sharing.  This workshop integrates a fusion of Women's dance traditions, including but not limited to Middle Eastern, Latin and Caribbean movement to assist women in celebrating their body's natural wisdom and fluidity combined with ancient Chinese healing practices to further connect them to their vital life force. Dance is barefoot or in soft soled shoes. No prior experience is necessary; perfect for both beginners and intermediate dancers. Students may chose to bring a journal for charting their inner journey."   

Instructors: Tamara Anderson

Britta Visser Stumpp

 February 16 through March 22, 2012

Thursdays, 6:35 to 8:00 p.m.

Tuition: $48 members,  $52 nonmembers.

DANCE: CHILD:

Virginia Tanner Creative Dance:  The Virginia Tanner creative dance program focus is on the whole child.  Through movement exploration,   dancers reach progressive levels of physical skill and are taught the vocabulary of dance.  Exploring the creativity and imagination of childhood, dancers have the opportunity to improvise, engage in creative problem solving and grow in cognitive, social and emotional ways as they interact in class.  Each class has a musical accompanist to expose dancers to a variety of music genres.  Throughout  class, dancers will have the opportunity to incorporate art and art forms into their learning.

For more information or registration, please call:(801)581-7374 or on-line: http://www.tannerdance.utah.edu/

MUSIC: ADULT/ CHILD:

Tribal Rhythms: Drums: Explore the basics of drumming.  Traditional African rhythms and djembe techniques will be taught.  We will have a facilitated drum circle, so you  can get playing and have fun!

High-quality African drums (djembes) and instruments will be supplied for class use.  Or you may bring your own to play.

Instructor: Déjà  Mitchell

Beginning: 

Session I: six week: January 23 through  February 27, 2012

Session II: six weeks: March 5 through April 9, 2012

Mondays, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages: 8 through Adult

Tuition/session:$42 members, $45 nonmembers.

Intermediate:

Session I: six weeks: January 25 through February 29, 2012

Session II: six week: March 7 through April 11, 2012

Wednesdays, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Ages: 8 through Adult

Tuition/session: $42 members, $45 nonmembers.

Advanced: 

Session I: six weeks: January 25 through February 29, 2012

Session II: six week: March 7 through April 11, 2012

Wednesdays, 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Ages: 8 through Adult

Tuition/session: $42 members, $45 nonmembers.

DIVERSE ARTS: CHILD:

Mad Science Camps: Mad Science invites you to see how much fun hands-on science can be. Mad Science’s goal is to spark the curiosity of children in kindergarten through 6th grade (Ages: 5 through 11 years old) and instill a clear understanding of what science is really about and how it affects the world around us. All materials and equipment are supplied by Mad Science. A minimum registration of 10 students is required. The maximum is set at 25 students. 

Instructor: Mad Science Staff

Mad Science is offering workshops on the second Saturday of each month  through May, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to noon.  Here are a listing of the dates and themes:

Saturday, February 11, 2012: Magnetic Magic - Examine the mysteries of Magnets.

Saturday, March 10, 2012: Stunt Planes - Fly away with Mad Science.  Learn about air dynamics and the science of flight.

Saturday, April 14, 2012: Super Stick and Super Slippery — Discover what slips and what sticks.

Saturday, May 12, 2012: Rocket Science — Build and launch your own rocket.  Learn about the solar system.

Tuition: $35/child/Saturday. 

Ask about discounts for siblings or taking more than one workshop

VISUAL ARTS & CRAFTS:

Classes are  held in Art Studio in the Carriage House Building unless otherwise noted.

CLASSES:

Felt Heart Sachet:  Participants will sew and decorate a felt heart  then fill it with potpourri to create a sachet. Supplies provided.

Instructor: Debra Muller

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Ages: 10 through adult

Tuition: $10 members,  $12 nonmembers.

Mini Apothecary Terrarium:  Plant and decorate a moss garden in an old fashion apothecary jar.  A fun green project for March.  Supplies provided.

Instructor: Debra Muller

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

5:15 to 6:15 p.m.

Ages: 7 through adult

Tuition: $10 members, $12 nonmembers.

Spring Forward: Painting and Drawing from Nature: With the arrival of Spring, explore through drawing and painting the spring landscape, baby birds and newborn lambs as well as other farm animals.  Bring watercolors if you have them, other supplies provided.

Instructor: Annette Orrock

Saturday, March 3, 2012

10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Ages: 8 through Adult

Tuition: $27 members, $30 nonmembers.

Winter Wonderings– Watercolor: Explore drawing and painting the winter landscape with artist/instructor, Annette Orrock.  Bring watercolors if you have them, other supplies provided.

Instructor: Annette Orrock

Saturday, February 4, 2012

10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Ages: 8 through Adult

Tuition: $27 members, $30 nonmembers.

ADULT/ YOUNG ADULT:

Acrylic or Oil Painting: Come learn this very versatile media and their many uses. This workshop is for the beginner to intermediate artist wanting to learn how to take an idea or concept to a great work of art to hang on the wall.  This is a six week class where you will learn color, design, balance and many painting techniques.  A list of materials will be available to registering students.
 
Kirk Larsen has been a professional self-taught artist for 12 years. His artistic background includes murals in homes and businesses throughout Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, and Nevada, fine art paintings in acrylic and oil, color consulting, and decorative painting.
 
Instructor: Kirk Larsen
 
January 12 through February 23, 2012 (Class will not be held on February 2nd).
 
Thursdays, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
 
Ages: 14 through adult
 
$70 members and $75 nonmembers.
 
Nature Journaling for Urban Naturalists:  Explore and expand your relationship with the natural environment through a three-session workshop covering nature journaling basics, from artwork and writing to deciding what you want to keep in a journal about nature. Instructor Susan Snyder is a professional teacher-naturalist with a master's degree in Ecological Teaching & Learning and has taught such workshops to children and adults at Ogden Nature Center and such events as the Great Salt Lake Bird Festival. Participants must be at least 14 years old and are required to bring a sketchbook of at least 6-by-9 inches with blank (unlined) pages. Participants may also bring whatever drawing and writing tools they prefer. Susan will have some drawing and writing tools on hand for students to use in class. Participants younger than 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Instructor:  Susan Snyder

Wednesdays, March 14 & 21, 2012 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

And Saturday, March 24, 2012 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Ages 14 through adult

Tuition/session: $45 members, $50 nonmembers.

Basic Digital Photography: Over a four week course students will review camera types, pixel information, lens types, how to operate your camera, speeds, file types, photographic composition, lighting, photographing people, printing and storage of digital images.  Students will be encouraged to take photographs and share their images with the group.

John Hampton has been a photographer for over 20 years.   His photographic background includes sports, weddings, portraiture, industrial, and commercial photography.  He worked as an industrial/public relations photographer for Hercules Aerospace for six years and owned and operated J.L. Photography for over 10 years.  He has a wide knowledge of both photography and darkroom techniques and practices, as well as photographic equipment.  He holds a B.S. degree in Art/Photography from Weber State University and has been published in photographic trade publications.

Instructor: John Hampton

January 23 through February 20, 2012

Mondays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Ages: 14 through adult

Tuition: $50 members, $55 nonmembers.

Adult Watercolor: Daytime: This workshop is for beginners to intermediate, with advanced techniques for intermediate students.  Learn techniques, tricks and tips for traditional watercolor painting and move into experimental directions to create your own style.  Become familiar with the behavior of paint and water.  An emphasis will be on painting glowing colors.  Come paint, play, explore and HAVE FUN!

Instructor will provide supplies for the first class, then recommend supplies for students to continue.

Instructor: Jackie Jones

December 6 through March 27, 2012 (class will not be held December 20th, 27th and January 3rd).

Tuesdays, 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Monthly Tuition (four weeks):  $75 members, $80 nonmembers.

Drop-in/daily: $20 members, $23 nonmembers.

Adult Beginning Watercolor: This class is for those who are new to watercolor. We will set up our palettes together, discuss tools and materials, learn the basic washes and brush strokes. We will also explore a multitude of techniques to develop a better understanding of this exciting medium.

The class size will be kept small to allow students to receive individualized instruction.  This workshop will be limited to 12 students, with a minimum of 5 needed.  A basic supply list will be made available to registering students.  Other supplies will be provided by the instructor.

Instructor: Terrece Beesley

January 10 through February 14, 2012

Tuesdays, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

Ages: 15 through Adult

Tuition: $70 members, $75 nonmembers.