SPRING CLASSES
Warm up your Body & Mind - TAKE A CLASS at the Hillcrest Center for the Arts!
Classes for KIDS     Click here to view all classes

CARTOONING

If your child loves to draw and has a great imagination, this fun and hip program is perfect! A $10 cash materials fee is due first class. Instructor: Cotty Kilbanks

Ages 7-12

Thursdays
3:30-4:30pm

3/25-5/13/2010

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ANIMAL DRAWING AND PAINTING FUN

Learn to properly sketch dogs, horses, dinosaurs, icky snakes, and paint them with watercolor. A $10 cash materials fee is due first class. Instructor: Cotty Kilbanks

Ages 7-12

Fridays
3:30-4:30pm

3/26-5/14/2010

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KIDS ON CANVAS BY ABRAKADOODLE®


Painting techniques using safe non-toxic acrylic. $18 cash materials fee due at the first class. 

Ages 6-12

Mondays
3:00-4:00pm

3/29-5/3/2010

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MY FIRST ART CLASS BY ABRAKADOODLE®

Our young artists, together with their grown-ups, get the chance to explore paints, modeling compounds, oil pastels, watercolors and other wonderful materials.  $16 cash materials fee due first class.

Ages 3-5

Mondays
4:15-5:15

3/29-5/3/2010

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"IF YOU GIVE A CHILD A PAINTBRUSH..."

Age 20-36 months with parent Join Abrakadoodle® and learn about texture, printmaking, collage. $12 cash materials fee due first class.

Ages 2-3

Mondays
1:30-2:15pm

3/29-5/3/2010

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ANIMAL PAINTING FUN FOR PRESCHOOLERS

Fun painting animals using brushes and sponges, and creating collages. $10 cash materials fee due first class. Instructor: Cotty Kilbanks 

Ages 3-5

Mondays
9:15-10:00am

3/22-5/10//2010

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BEGINNING ACTING

Award-winning actor/director from ABC hit show LOST introduces children to the world of acting and stimulates confidence and creativity that will carry over in all aspects of life. Instructor: Chris Jaymes.

Ages 9-12

Saturdays
9:00-10:00am

3/27-5/1/2010

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INTERMEDIATE ACTING

A continuation from Beginning Acting introducing students to a more intensive level of scene work while preparing them for working in film, television and theater.  Prerequisite: See web listing. Instructor: Chris Jaymes.

Ages 9-12

Saturdays
10:00-11:00am

3/27-5/1/2010

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INSIDE
SHAKESPEARE

Speak Shakespeare's language with understanding and clarity. Immerse yourself in the structure of the verse, the rhythm of the language and make it your own.  Instructor: Mary Carrig

Age 10+

Saturdays
4:00-5:30pm

3/27-5/1/2010

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SPRING BREAK
BROADWAY BOOT CAMP

"Down stage center and project!" An intense week of fun and exciting theatre designed to maximize performance skills in acting, singing, and dancing. Upon completion of this camp, the young performer should be more confident and ready to audition for local plays and musicals.  Instructor: Barbara Wegher-Thompson.

Age 8-14

Mon-Fri
9:00am-12:00n

4/5-4/9/2010

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For information about other

CONEJO RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT CLASSES

 

please visit us at

 

www.crpd.org

 

or call (805) 381-2735

 

CLICK HERE

for the CRPD Spring brochure online

Classes for ADULTS     Click here to view all classes

CLASSICAL GUITAR

Play simple but beautiful exercises in a matter of weeks. A nylon string guitar is preferred. A $20 cash materials fee is due first class. Instructor: James Swing


Age 18+

Wednesdays
12:00n-12:50pm

3/24-5/12/2010

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UKULELE

This class will have you strumming a song by the end of the first lesson. Bring your own ukulele. $15 materials fee for songbook and CD or $65 cash materials fee for songbook, ukulele and CD. Instructor: James Swing

Age 18+

Wednesdays
1:00-1:50pm

3/24-5/12/2010

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INTRODUCTION TO DRUM CIRCLE

Get in touch with your natural rhythm. Learn how therapeutic it can be to beat on a drum. Instructor: James Swing

Age 18+

Wednesdays
1:00-1:50pm

3/24-5/12/2010

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DRAWING, COMPOSITION,
AND DESIGN

Discover basic elements of drawing and composition. Instructor: Juliette Chayet-Cole

SUPPLY LIST:
SMALL AND LARGE DRAWING PADS
#2 THROUGH 6 PENCILS
AND A GUM ERASER


Age 18+

Wednesdays
10:00am-12:00n

3/24-5/12/2010

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WATERCOLOR

Learn basic watercolor techniques, including wet on wet, dry technique, and proper materials handling. $10 cash materials fee. Instructor: Juliette Chayet-Cole


Age 18+

Mondays
10:00am-12:00n

1/18-3/15/2010

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PAINTING FLOWERS IN ACRYLICS

Learn acrylic painting techniques along with basic color theory and composition, as you paint from fresh flower subject matter. Supply list is mailed prior to first class. $10 cash materials fee due first class. Instructor: Diane Darakjian.

Age 18+

Tuesdays
10:00am-12:00n

3/23-5/18/2010

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PASTELS

Explore techniques of painting with pastel, work from your own photos. For beginners-intermediate. Supply list is mailed prior to first class.  Instructor: Heidi Ritterbush

Age 18+

Fridays
10:00am-12:00n

3/26-5/21/2010

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PAINTING

Have fun learning to paint in acrylics and oils; design landscapes, portraits, and still-lifes. $15 cash materials fee due first class.  Instructor: Cotty Kilbanks.

Age 12+

Fridays
7:00-8:30pm

3/26-5/14/2010

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PILATES FOR DANCERS

This class will integrate core stability techniques found in the Pilates Method with movement and dance.  No experience is required.  Artists of all disciplines are invited. Instructor: Tiffany Monroe.

Age 18+

Tuesdays
9:15-10:45am

3/23-5/11/2010

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DANCE FREE & BE FREE

Free style dance to an array of eclectic tunes and melt away stress and weight. No prior experience required, only the desire to have fun, promote wellness, health & creativity. Instructor: Lily Goldfarb.

Age 18+

Fridays
5:30-6:30pm

3/26-4/30/2010


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MOVING FROM YOUR CENTER

Incorporates discipline of ballet, movements and dynamics of dance through space, and stretch/relaxation of yoga. Open to all levels. Bring a mat or towel to class. Instructor: Stella Shizuka Matsuda

Age 18+

Wednesdays
9:30-11:00am

3/10-3/31/2010

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YOGA WITH MAGGIE MELLOR

Increase flexibility and endurance, feel physically and mentally healthier through the practice of Hatha Yoga. Bring a mat and a towel to class. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Age 18+

Mondays
5:45-7:00pm
3/22-5/10/2010
 

or Thursdays

5:45-7:00pm
3/25-5/13/2010

 

TAI CHI

Combines concentrated mental focus with deliberate, graceful movements to improve balance, strength, and agility. No special equipment needed. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes.  Instructor: Stella Shizuka Matsuda

Age 18+

Mondays
9:15-10:15am

3/15-3/29/2010
4/26-6/7/2010

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INTERMEDIATE
TAI CHI

We'll practice the 24 Yang style forms first, then learn new patterns and other styles. Note: Overlaps with the beginner's class.  Instructor: Stella Shizuka Matsuda

Age 18+

Mondays
10:00-11:00am

3/15-3/29/2010
4/26-6/7/2010

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SWING'S THE THING: WEST COAST

Learn basic whip, push break, side pass underarm turn, lead/follow techniques and how to "hit" the music. Prior dance experience suggested. Partner recommended.
Instructor: Sandi Patterson.

Age 18+

Fridays
6:00-6:55pm

3/26-5/21/2010

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BEGINNING BALLROOM,
FOX TROT, AND WALTZ

Learn to lead or follow a partner while developing a repertoire of steps for these familiar favorites. Partner recommended, but not required.  Instructor: Sandi Patterson

Age 18+

Fridays
7:00-7:55pm

3/26-5/21/2010

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SWING'S THE THING: EAST COAST

Learn basic rhythms and variations of this American dance. Learn to lead or follow and link dance steps. Partner recommended, but not required.  Instructor: Sandi Patterson

Age 18+

Fridays
8:00-8:55pm

3/26-5/21/2010

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SANDI'S SIZZLING SALSA

Move your feet to the beat and dance the night away to this Latin favorite. Partner recommended, but not required. Instructor: Sandi Patterson.

Age 18+

Fridays
9:00-9:55pm

3/26-5/21/2010

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BREAKING INTO THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY AND BECOMING A WORKING ACTOR

An honest approach from Award-winning actor/director Chris Jaymes that will give you a thorough understanding of how things really work and the best way to approach your career.

Age 16+

Mondays
8:00-10:00pm

3/29-5/3/2010

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TAKE GREAT FAMILY PHOTOS

Discover a range of photography skills-portraits, families, children, weddings, equipment, composition, exposure, posing, props, processing digital images-with emphasis on professional techniques. No camera required. Instructor: Brent Russell Paul, American West Commercial Photography.

Age 18+

Monday
6:00-8:00pm

3/22/2010

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LEARN TO SHOOT PROFESSIONAL LANDSCAPE/ WILDLIFE IMAGES

Discover a range of photography skills-landscape, wildlife, nature skills, equipment, composition, exposure, tactics, processing digital images-with emphasis on professional techniques. No camera required. Instructor: Brent Russell Paul, American West Commercial Photography.

Age 18+

Saturday
9:00am-1:00pm

5/8/2010

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LEARN DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY SEMINARS 1 & 2

Discover a range of photography skills-portraits, families, children, weddings, equipment, composition, exposure, posing, props, processing digital images-with emphasis on professional techniques. No camera required. Instructor: Brent Russell Paul, American West Commercial Photography.

Age 18+

Mondays
6:00-8:00pm

Seminar 1
5/10/2010

 

Seminar 2
5/17/2010

For information about other

CONEJO RECREATION & PARK DISTRICT CLASSES

 

please visit us at

 

www.crpd.org

 

or call (805) 381-2735

 

CLICK HERE

for the CRPD Spring brochure online

 
UPDATED 2/8/2010