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Chinese Made Easy
Chinese II
(Ages 6-12) Beginning level Reading, Speaking and Writing, designed for U.S. students, learning Chinese as a 2nd language. Covered topics: Greetings and family member, Personal introduction, numbers, dates, countries and languages and occupations. Purchase text at the RVC Bookstore.
(Adult) This course is a continuation of Chinese I will focus on visiting friends and making appointments. PREREQUISITE: Chinese I. Purchase text at RVC Bookstore prior to start of first class (same book as Chinese I).
WIZ 814 RV3 Susan Zhang 9/15-11/17 Sa 3:00-5:00 pm RVC WOODWARD TECHNOLOGY CTR
$135 10 Sessions Room 210
Chinese Made Easy for Toddlers (Ages 3-5) Toddlers will learn the Chinese language through this beginner’s course. Classes will be fun and filled with information. Not only will you learn about the Chinese language, you will also learn a great deal of Chinese culture. LAN 813 RV Su Zhang 9/15-11/17 Sa 1:00-3:00 pm RVC WOODWARD TECHNOLOGY CTR
$135 10 Sessions Room 210
Chinese I (Adult) Increase your marketability! In this era of globalization, communicate with more than half of the worlds population by learning the world’s new second language, Chinese. Focus will be on communicative skills. On-line workbook will teach typing Chinese which can be easily mastered in a 10 week class. No prerequisite required, although Intro to Chinese would be helpful. Purchase text and online workbook from RVC Bookstore prior to first class. FOR 042 RV Tracy Cannell 9/13-11/15 Th 6:00-8:00 pm RVC CLASSROOM BLDG II
$135 10 Sessions Room 128
FOR 044 RV Tracy Cannell 9/11-11/13 T 6:00-8:00 pm RVC CLASSROOM BLDG II
$135 10 Sessions Room 128
JOHN MENKEN is a degreed English teacher (B.S. Indiana State University). He has taught high school English, has designed and taught English courses for home school students, has been a technical writer and editor, and is a published author.
Beginning Writing
(High School-Adult) Discover the simple structure of writing that enables you to write clear, orderly essays. Follow clear templates and step-by-step instructions beginning with writing paragraphs and ending with essays. Author and course designer John Menken walks you (Adult) This course is a continuation of Chinese II. Will focus on shopping, through the system of effective writing. transportation and school life. PREREQUISITE: Chinese II. Purchase text at COM 815 RV John Menken $129 RVC Bookstore prior to start of first class (same book as Chinese I) 9/13-10/18 Th 6:30-8:30 pm 6 Sessions FOR 046 RV Tracy Cannell $135 RVC CLASSROOM BLDG II Room 121 9/12-11/14 W 7:00-9:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC CLASSROOM BLDG II Room 123
Chinese III
Chinese IV
How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth
(Adult) Chinese made a level higher. More challenging but more fun! (Adult) Join us for an adventure of Biblical proportions! Understanding Learn how to speak, read and write Chinese even if you only have little the Bible isn’t just for the few, gifted, and scholarly. The Bible is accessible. It’s meant to be read and comprehended by everyone. Join prior knowledge. Purchase textbook at RVC bookstore. the thousands who have used this practical method to unlock the truths LAN 809 RV Su Zhang $135 of scripture. Cost includes textbook. 9/15-11/17 Sa 5:00-7:00 pm 10 Sessions SOC 800 RV Robert Eric Walker $95 RVC WOODWARD TECHNOLOGY CTR Room 210 9/10-11/12 M 7:00-9:00 pm 10 Sessions RVC CLASSROOM BLDG I Room 226
Beginning French Level II
The Rise and Fall of the Ancient Maya and the 2012 Myths
(Adult) You already know how to pronounce French, and you’ve learned some basic vocabulary. In this class we will build your speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in some fun ways, like role-playing and games. PREREQUISITE: Beginning French or equivalent. (HS and up) In 200 AD as Romans began to collapse, the Mayas of Mesoamerica were entering their classic period and building massive LAN 806 BLL Joan Lund $40 stone cities amidst swamps created a unique writing system, charted 10/15-11/5 M 6:15-8:15 pm 4 Sessions the movements of the heaven, and perfected a calendar, that even today BELL SCHOOL ROAD CTR 3350 N. Bell School Rd.- Room 004 is only seconds off, and charted lunar and solar eclipse thousands of years into the future. Come and explore what some have called: The Greeks of the New World. HST 805 RV Donald Neslund 9/11-11/20 T 7:00-8:30 pm RVC CLASSROOM BLDG II NO CLASS 10/30
$67 10 Sessions Room 120
MARTIAL ARTS & SELF-DEFENSE HA’S TAE KWON DO, KUM DO, AND YANG SENG studio helps students gain wisdom and health through individualized martial arts classes. Master Ha is highly recognized for his continued contributions in the martial arts and carries a strong set of credentials. Ha is Founder, T.K.D. Children Personality Development Association, U.S. National Collegiate Taekwondo Team Head Coach(2009), and Commissioner of USA Taekwondo Martial Arts Commission. He was a professor in the Korea Third Military Academy as well as an Education Training Officer in the Korea Armed Forces Athletic Corps and Director of the World Taekwondo Research Society. He has been recently awarded with the U.S.A Presidential Physical Fitness Award for his outstanding contribution to and achievement in the world of USA Tae kwon do (2009).
Family Tae Kwon Do Camp
Kum Do
(All ages welcome) This bare handed military art form and sport uses the hands and feet for attack and defense. Train the body and develop the mind. Foster growth through skill building and etiquette lessons that build courage, confidence, and self esteem. Great exercise for children and a good way for adults to increase physical endurance. Requires extensive use of the joints, increasing limberness of body. Aids young children in coordination development. Purchase uniform, $50 (each person) at first class. Call the studio (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/time.
(Ages 10 and Up) Kum Do (The Way of the Sword) is an authentic Korean sword technique. This course places an emphasis on self discipline, strength, and flexibility. Kum Do is a sword art that is almost 2000 years old and was used by the ancient Korean armies. You will learn the honorable way of ancient Korean warriors. The beginning student will be taught techniques and styles in specific stages as he/she progresses through the various ranks of colored belts. Students who repeat the class will be taught new and different techniques each semester. Purchase uniform, $50 and wood sword, $45 at first class. Call the studio (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/time.
FIT 805 HA Ha’s Studio Staff $100 9/12-12/21 Call for times (815) 282-4028 HA’S TAE KWON DO STUDIO 4150 N. Perryville Rd. Loves Park
FIT 805 HA2 Ha’s Studio Staff $100 9/12-12/21 Call for times (815) 282-4028 HA’S TAE KWON DO STUDIO 4150 N. Perryville Rd. Loves Park
TINY Lions (Ages 3-6) Help your child establish good habits that will last a lifetime. Though mind and body health are important at every age, children are much more receptive to learning and discipline at a young age. This ability lessens as they get older and teachings become more difficult to instill. Ha’s Programs are dedicated to individualized instruction designed to both develop and challenge. Purchase uniform at first class for $50. Call the studio (815) 282-4028 to schedule day/time. WIZ 808 HA Ha’s Studio Staff $100 9/12-12/21 Call for times (815) 282-4028 HA’S TAE KWON DO STUDIO 4150 N. Perryville Rd. Loves Park
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