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Special Interest Classes - Adult Aromatherapy - Essential Oils for Health & Home NEW! Learn how essential oils are used in ‘Aromatherapy’ to improve mood and physical health, as well as practical uses around the home. Presentation includes: how to select quality oils; how to use oils safely, and much more! Fee $15 Res. / $19 Non-Res. Course # 84165 When Feb. 2, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Mon. (1 class) Age 18 & up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center
Attaining Financial Freedom Budgeting Basics
Budgeting sounds easy, right? Creating and maintaining a budget, however, is a challenge for many people. Learn the ins and outs of creating a realistic and livable budget - a critical tool in acheiving your financial goals and avoiding pitfalls. Presentation offered by Credit Union West. Fee $5 Res. / $8 Non-Res. Course # 81941 When Jan. 8, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.; Thur. (1 class) Age 16 & up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center
Bollywood Dance NEW!
Bollywood films are known for upbeat music and high energy dance scenes. Learn more about Bollywood and the moves in the movies. This fast paced style of dance will have you feeling happy and energized while getting a unique workout. Fee $65 Res. / $74 Non-Res. Course # 82342 When Jan. 21, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Wed. (6 classes) Age 16 & up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center
Country and Western Swing Dance Experience the fun and upbeat tempo of Country and Western Swing Dancing! Grab your partner and learn how to lead or follow, turns, swings, and more! Register each person in a couple. Wear boots or hard-soled shoes that will slide on a wood floor. (no open-toed shoes or tennis shoes.) Fee $34 Res. / $43 Non-Res. Course # 81977 When Jan. 16, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Fri. (6 classes) Age 16 & up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center
Dancing With Dumbells NEW!
Combine targeted body-sculpting exercises and cardio work with energizing dance moves in this calorie-burning, strength-training fitness class. Students use light hand weights to enhance rhythm and tone target zones, including arms, abs and thighs. Beginners welcome! Hand weights provided for use during class. Fee $49 Res. / $58 Non-Res. Course # 82391 When Jan. 14, 7 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.; Wed. (8 classes) Age 16 & up Location Peoria Community Center
Digital Photography - Introduction Get the most from your digital camera! If your DSLR or advanced point-and-shoot camera can take pictures in Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority and Manual, this class is for you! We’ll decipher camera terminology and how to use all those fancy camera controls in this introductory class. We’ll cover picture sharpness, depth of field, exposure control, flash, and color balance, as well as lighting techniques, light quality, and photography in various types of lighting situations. Bring your digital camera and user’s manual. Fee $90 Res. / $99 Non-Res. Course # 81984 When Jan. 14, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ; Wed. (8 classes) Age 18 & up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center
Digital Photography - Landscapes Intermediate students will learn how to adjust DSLR camera’s Aperture, Shutter speed & ISO to best photograph landscapes and other scenes. First class is lecture and information. Extended second class meeting will carpool to location. Third class meeting will be inclass critique, sharing, and wrap-up. Students must bring own DSLR camera, tripod, and instruction manual to class. Details will be sent to students via e-mail, prior to class. **Registrants must have completed ‘Intro to Digital Photography ‘ with Mr. Keedy. Class dates: Fri., Feb. 20, Sat., Feb. 21, Fri., Feb. 27. Sat. class meets at 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Fee $65 Res. / $74 Non-Res. Course # 82370 When Feb. 20, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Fri. (3 classes) Age 18 & up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center
Digital Photography Photoshop Elements 12
Improve and enhance your digital photos like a pro! Learn how to download images from your camera or memory card; Adjust focus, sharpness, contrast, color, and exposure; Apply creative special effects; Edit, create, and share your photos & video clips with automatic online backup & ‘anywhere’ access; Bring your laptop loaded with Adobe ‘Photoshop Elements 12’ software. Fee $79 Res. / $88 Non-Res. Course # 81987 When Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Thur. (6 classes) Age 16 & up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center
Fencing for Beginners - Teen/Adult Explore the western martial art of Fencing, a competitive sport featured at the Olympic Games! The art and sport of fencing involves individual play, strategic problemsolving, and physical fitness. You’ll learn basic fencing techniques, swordsmanship, how to duel, fundamental footwork, and more! $10 supply fee due to instructor at first class for fencing glove. Fee $68 Res. / $77 Non-Res. Course # 81996 When Jan. 14, 7:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.; Wed. (8 classes) Age 12 & up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center
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