Older Adult Classes

Our partnership with the North Orange County Community College District, School of Continuing Education–Older Adults Program (led by Lorraine Wicks) has allowed us to offer free classes to all seniors in quilting, tai chi, yoga and theater for adults in our community.

Quilting

This course offers the essentials of quilting, for older adults students, which includes fabric selection, cutting and sewing methods, along with the history and vocabulary of the craft. Special techniques for older adults are covered such as patchwork, applique, hand and machine methods, and finishing techniques.

Schedule:

December 7, 2009 to March 22, 2010
Mondays 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Instructor: Brown

Ceramics

This course in basic ceramics for older adults includes lecture, demonstration, and application of ceramic artwork. Students will learn mold selection, glazing, decorating techniques, and proper firing procedures. Individual artistic creativity is encouraged and completed art projects of the older adult students are often displayed publicly.

Schedule:

December 10, 2009 to March 25, 2010
Thursdays, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Instructor: Kim

Beginning Drama

Designed to introduce students to the world of drama and to the theatrical creative process. Students are encouraged to experiment and develop personal performance skills as well as gain an understanding of drama through participation and practice critiques.

Schedule:

December 7, 2009 – March 22, 2010
Mondays, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Instructor: Gable

Tai Chi Chuan

This course introduces older adults to a Chinese health exercise which is neither vigorous nor strenuous. It is suitable for older adults who want to exercise to gain or maintain good health. It will strengthen the muscles and organs, relax the mind and body, improve blood circulation, and increase memory and concentration.

Schedule:

December 10, 2009 to March 25, 2010
Thursdays, 8:45 PM – 10:15 AM

Instructor: Layne