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Play the Ukulele, Your Journey begins here!

$79

with Duncan Perry, Kittery Adult Education

Calendar Apr 23, 2024 at 6 pm

Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular and you don’t even have to know how to read music! On the uke you can knock out folk music, rock, blues, jazz, pop, country, tunes old and new -- even classical music. Duncan Perry, who has taught more than 700 students of all ages, will introduce you to essential chords and playing techniques using commonly known songs. You will need a playable ukulele and an electronic tuner or a tuner app. If you don’t own a ukulele, please contact us for information. Here’s your chance to find out how to play this wonderfully versatile, go anywhere instrument in our no-stress program for beginners.Pick the session that works for you. Prior to class, you will be sent a ZOOM link to join this class virtually.

Session 1: Wednesday, Jan. 31-Feb. 21, 6-7:30pm

Session 2: Tuesday, Feb. 27-March 19, 6-7:30pm 

Session 3: Wednesday, March 27-April 17, 6-7:30pm

Session 4: Tuesday, April 23-May 14, 6-7:30pm

Registration Fee: $79 per session

UKULELE FOR BEGINNERS, SESSION 2

$79

with Duncan Perry, Sacopee Valley Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 23, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 4 weeks

This is your chance to learn to play this amazingly versatile instrument. You’ll need an ukulele, some curiosity, a love of music, and time to practice. Join our stress-free program for plenty of fun and learning. You won’t want to stop once you have mastered the fundamentals. The nicest part is that you don’t have to read music! Sign up, tune up, and show up to start your musical adventure now! Buying a ukulele? Duncan can provide you with brand, price, style and size recommendations as well as local stores where you can purchase an excellent beginner’s ukulele. Contact us and we’ll have him reach out to you! Required: Five days before the commencement of the program, important documents will be sent to the email address you provided at registration. Before attending the first session, please read this email carefully. Pre-registration is required for access to online link.

Duncan Perry is a popular ukulele performer and teacher. He believes studying an instrument makes the brain sharper, helps reduce stress and brings joy to the uke players and audiences. He has taught the powerful ukulele to almost 700 individuals!

 

NEW CIRCL Mobility™ APRIL/MAY

$37

with Bonnie Honaker, MSAD 52 Adult & Community Education

Calendar Apr 23, 2024 at 6:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks

Based on the science of functional movement, CIRCL Mobility™ focuses on flexibility, breathwork, and mobility exercises. Actively taking your body through movement patterns using macro and micro joint movers improves range of motion and flexibility, allowing your body to Release, Restore and Renew.

Please wear comfortable clothing, sneakers, yoga socks, or barefeet.

Class can be done in person or virtually with a Zoom account (camera must be left on and participant visible).

TUESDAYS • 6:30-7:30pm $37 per session OR $10 drop-in rate!

Turner Primary School

SESSION 2: APRIL 23, 30, MAY 7, 14, 21 (makeup date MAY 28 If needed)

 

ZUMBA Session 4

$67

with Robin Lovell, Wells-Ogunquit Adult Community Education

Calendar Apr 24, 2024 at 6:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Robin's Zumba® classes have been running strong for over 13 years through the Wells Ogunquit Adult Ed. Zumba® is dance exercise for people who don't consider themselves dancers but love to dance. The hour flies by and you will get a great workout. Robin uses fun, high energy music and the moves are basic and repeated enough times so that you really know them. Plus one of the best things about Zumba® is the emphasis on modifying the moves to make them your own.  Questions about the class? Contact Robin via her Zumba website (Robin Lovell - Instructor Page (zumba.com), or Wells-Ogunquit Adult Ed.

Hampden - Hawaiian Hula: Kahiko Dance Class

$40

with Julia Kearns, Orono-Hampden-Old Town Adult Ed Partnership

Calendar Apr 25, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Hawaiian Hula: Kahiko Dance Class - Hampden Academy

Julia Kearns

Hawaiian Hula: Kahiko Dance Class - Hampden Academy

Julia Kearns

Ancient Hawaiian Hula dancing is steeped in tradition and history. In this 6-week, introductory class, participants will be immersed in the culture, language, and dance of the Hula Kahiko. This class is intended for those looking to begin an exploration of this sacred culture through the art of dance. Participants should dress for moderate activity. Participants will need to fill out a fitness waiver to participate in this class.

 

Thursdays, April 25 - May 30                        6 - 7 pm

Course fee:  $40

 

Ballroom & Latin for Beginners & Intermediates

$99

with Robin Shaw, York Adult Education

Calendar May 1, 2024 at 7 pm

Let’s dance the Waltz, Rumba, Foxtrot & Swing! In six weeks we can do it all & you’ll be ready for your next social event or fun at home! Smooth soled shoes work best.

Will run

Ballroom Dance -- Spring Tune Up

$39

with Megan Dinsmore, Central Lincoln County Adult Education

Calendar May 2, 2024 at 7 pm, runs for 4 weeks

Need to brush up on your dance moves for an upcoming event or just for fun? This is the class for you. The Tune-Up is intended for those with some beginner dance experience who would like to learn a new step or two to add to their repertoire and to practice what they already know. Join us for fun on the dance floor. Bring shoes to change into. No street shoes please!

Megan Dinsmore has taught elementary school in Illinois and AOS93 for many years. She still substitutes in the district. Megan loves to dance and invites you to come and join in the fun!

Will run

Bluegrass Guitar - Flatpicking and Better Strumming Techniques

$75

with Resa Randolph, Five Town CSD Adult & Community Education

Calendar May 7, 2024 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is for the advanced beginner guitar player who wants to further develop their playing skills. We will concentrate on flatpicking, playing solos, Bluegrass riffs and how to make rhythm guitar interesting and creative. This class is for the advanced beginner guitar player who is able to play commonly used chords, and is able to change chords quickly and smoothly.





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