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Fall 2012
Crafts continued Bling Bling! (Ages 7-12) Try a new spin for the “basic” candle holder. Start by painting and antiquing the container to create a base then add beads, shells and a variety of fun materials to it to make it your own. Work with local artist Norm Knott to morph simple jars and containers into blinged out candle holders!
WIZ 801 RAM5 Norm Knott $25 12/8 Sa 9:30-Noon 1 Session ROCKFORD ART MUSEUM 711 N. Main St. -Art Annex
Fitness & Dance Ballet I
(Ages 8-9 years old) First year ballet class. Dancers will learn discipline, basic ballet placement and positions, as well as fundamental movement patterns. Students will be able to audition for Rockford Dance Company productions including the Nutcracker. Students continuing in the spring will dance in the school performance. Call (815) 963-3341 to schedule times. WIZ 805 RDC Rockford Dance $275 9/6-12/22 MW 5:00-6:00 pm ROCKFORD DANCE COMPANY 711 North Main St.
Tumbling (All Ages) Learn the fundamentals of coordination and basic tumbling. Call the Fitness Zone at (815) 624-7663 to schedule your class time. BEGINNER WIZ 808 FZ3 9/4-12/15
Fitness Zone Staff T 4:30-5:15 pm
INTERMEDIATE WIZ 808 FZ 9/4-12/15 FITNESS ZONE
Fitness Zone Staff $120 Th 4:45-5:30 pm 15 Sessions 807 Progressive Ln. South Beloit
$120 15 Sessions
Semi Private Swim Lesson
Creative Movement (Ages 3-4 years old) Dancers will learn physical fitness, coordination, discipline, and teamwork within the context of movement. Classes will develop creativity through movement stories and games. Call (815) 963-3341 to schedule day/times. DNC 802 RDC7 Rockford Dance 9/6-12/22 Th 3:30-4:00 pm or F 4:30-5:00 pm or Sa 9:00-9:30 am ROCKFORD DANCE COMPANY
$40 Choose 5 Sessions 711 North Main St.
Activity Gym
(Starts at age 2) Swimming can be used as a vehicle to bring self confidence, self esteem and safety to each child. This class offers an ideal learning environment – warm water, professional consistent teachers and small classes with four or fewer students. Attend one time a week for 30 minutes. Children not fully potty trained must wear a pool diaper – disposable diapers not allowed. Additional fee payable to Dolphin Swim Club at first class, $12-$15 for HD approved pool diaper. Call Dolphin Swim Club at (815) 282-3488 to select a day/time. PED 810 DSC 10/1-10/27 DOLPHIN SWIM CLUB
Dolphin Swim Club Staff $61 Call to choose days 4 Sessions 6501 Rock Valley Pkwy.
(Ages 2-4) More than just tumbling! Songs, shapes, balance, colors, coordination and games to help little ones learn and have fun. Call the Fitness Zone at (815) 624-7663 to schedule your class time. FIT 818 FZ 9/4-12/15 FITNESS ZONE
Fitness Zone Staff $90 T or W 9:45-10:30 am 15 Sessions 807 Progressive Ln. South Beloit
Hobbies Introduction to Chess
Advanced I Chess
Holiday Chess
(Grades K-8) For those that have never played the game. Learn the names of pieces, how they move & basic rules of chess. MUST enroll by 8/30. Class level assignments subject to change at instructors discretion.
(Grades 3-8) This course will help intermediate and tournament experienced players improve their game. PREREQUISITE: RVC Intermediate I Chess class or approval by instructor. Contact instructor at randypodeszwa@aol.com to schedule evaluation. Class level assignments subject to change at instructors discretion.
Whiz Kids presents a special event for the Holidays for all you K-8 students who enjoy a chess challenge. Holiday Chess is a chess puzzle solving contest with prizes and treats for all who enter. Students will solve a series of chess puzzles (such as mate in one, best move, etc.) earning awards based on how well they score. There will be chess games to be played following the contest and everyone will bring home a grab bag of treats. Knowledge of chess notation will help, but for those new to notation, assistance will be available. PREREQUISITE: Knowledge of the names of the chessmen and how they move and capture. Limited Seating. Sign up now, seats go fast!
WIZ 804 RV Randy Podeszwa 9/5-9/7* WThF 4:00-5:00 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr *MUST enroll by 8/30.
$16 3 Sessions Room 121
Chess for Beginners
$36 7 Sessions Room 121
Intermediate I Chess (Grades 1-8) For students who want to learn more about chess, beyond the beginners level. Students will be introduced to skills and strategies that help prepare them for more serious competition. PREREQUISITE: Beginners level of knowledge and basic understanding of rules and strategies. Class level assignments subject to change at instructors discretion. WIZ 804 RV4 Randy Podeszwa 11/3-12/22 Sa 10:00-11:30 am RVC Woodward Technology Ctr
$36 7 Sessions Room 121
Advanced II Chess
(Grades K-8) For those that know how the chessmen move and capture. Build on the most basic knowledge of chess, learning chess rules and game strategy. PREREQUISITE: Knowledge of names of chessmen and how they move. Class level assignments subject to change at instructors discretion. WIZ 804 RV2 Randy Podeszwa 9/15-10/27 Sa 10:00-11:30 am RVC Woodward Technology Ctr
WIZ 804 RV5 Randy Podeszwa 9/15-10/27 Sa Noon-1:30 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr
$36 7 Sessions Room 121
(Grades 3-8) For the serious students of the game. Learn about opening principles, middle game strategies, and end game tactics. Students will notate game for analysis and become proficient at skills required for success at this level. PRE-REQUISITE: Advanced I Chess with the approval of the instructor. Class level assignments subject to change at instructor’s discretion. WIZ 804 RV7 Randy Podeszwa 11/3-12/22 Sa Noon-1:30 pm RVC Woodward Technology Ctr
$36 7 Sessions Room 121
WIZ 804 RV6 Randy Podeszwa $5 12/16 Su 1:00-3:00 pm 1 Session RVC Woodward Technology Ctr Room 117/119/121
Chinese Made Easy (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. WIZ 814 RV3 Susan Zhang 9/15-11/17 Sa 3:00-5:00 pm RVC WOODWARD TECHNOLOGY CTR
$135 10 Sessions Room 210