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Montpelier Center for Arts and Education 2008 Class Schedule


Call the Center at 804-883-7378 to register for any of the following classes.

After School Enrichment Program - A state licensed program for children ages 5 to 12. Bus transportation is available for South Anna Elementary and Liberty Middle Schools. Children have the oportunity to attend classes offered at the Center after school, such as art, music, and dance. There is ample time to complete homework with tutoring available. Daily activities include art, outside play time, snack time, library and movie day. Special activities are planned for early release days. Hours of operation are 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. There is a non-refundable registration fee of $50, which includes a family membership to the Center. Weekly tuition fee is $80. Start day is September 5, 2007.
Instructor/Director: Barbara Ellis.

Arts and Crafts


Introduction to Drawing - Instructor Kevin Orlosky
Drawing is the most basic fundamental element to creating art. It is essential to have strong drawing skills to become a well rounded artist. This exploration will introduce students to various tools, methods, and techniques that will give them a full understanding of the versatility of drawing. No experience necessary for the class. 10 weeks, minimum of 5. $138 guest/$120 members.

Thursday evenings, Art Studio,7 to 8:30 p.m. January 24 - April 3.

Introduction to Oil Painting - Instructor Kevin Orlosky
Oils are the most widely used and versatile paint that artists use today. This class is designed for students with no prior experience using oils, but want to learn proper practices and effective techniques of the medium. Students will leave the class with confidence and a solid understanding of oil painting. 10 weeks. Minimum of 5. $199 guest/$175 members.

Tuesday evenings - Art Studio, 7 to 9 p.m. January 22 - April 1.

Intermediate Oil Painting - Instructor Betsy Taylor
This class is for students with a working knowledge of oil. Impression and cubism techniques, along with glazing and impasto styles will be covered. However, each student will be encouraged to explore their own direction with their own subject matter as well as those presented by the instructor. Materials extra. Supply list available. 12 week session. Minimum of 7 students. $229 guest/$199 members. Monday mornings 10 to Noon. Art Studio.

Monday Mornings January 14 - April 7.

Music and Voice

Guitar for Kids - Instructor Christine Desantis
Group Lessons for grades 3-8. Limited to 6 kids per class. Monday afternoons 4:30-5:15 and 5:30-6:15. Five 8 week sessions. $15 per class for a total of $120. NO ELECTRIC GUITARS Materials $22 (Lesson Book with CD and theory workbook). Students provide the acoustic guitar (nylon or steel string).
Session I: Sept 29 - Nov. 24, Beginners, 4:30 - 5:15
Session 2: Jan. 5 - Mar. 16, 4:30 - 5:15
Session 3: Sept. 29 - Nov. 24 (Must have taken 1 and 2), 5:30 - 6:15
          0r Mar. 23 - May 18, 4:30 - 5:15
Session 4: Jan. 5 - Mar. 16, 5:30 - 6:15
Session 5: Mar. 23 - May 18, 5:30 - 6:15

Piano Lessons - Instructor Deanna Kulla
Private Instruction for beginner and advanced students, ages 6 to adult. Call at 804-883-6158 to schedule. Must have keyboard or piano at home. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. $25 per 30 minute lesson.

Class Policies

  • Full payment must accompany registration.
  • Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment will be cancelled.
  • Late registrations are welcomed if space is available.
  • There is a 50% cancellation fee if student cancels in less that 7 prior to start date of class.
  • Cancellations or no shows at the first class will not receive a refund unless it is due to unusual circumstances.
  • If a class is cancelled by the Center, students will receive a full refund.
  • Classes cancelled due to inclement weather or instructor illness will be rescheduled.


Dance

Diane Hale School of Dance - Instructors Diana Hale, Lindsay Rhyne and Anne Byrne
October 4 - June
Classes:
Thursday, 4 to 5 p.m., ages 3 to 4, Pre-ballet
Thursday 5 to 6 p.m., ages 5 to 7, Ballet and Jazz
Thursday 6 to 7 p.m., ages 7 to 10, Balle, Jazz and Hip-hop
$160 per semester, $20 registration fee, 1 hour weekly sessions.               Dance Studio
Call Diane Hale at her studio office at (804)798-3011 to register.

Flying Angels
Flipping Angels Gymnastics, Crystal Dillingham, Instructor
A creative gymnastics program promoting balance, coordination, and overall flexibility. In class, we are full of imagination, trips to the zoo, riding roller coasters or being every animal from Ape to Zebra. Flipping and many gymnastic skills on the mat along with child size equipment like balance beam, incline mat, mailbox, and minibar will be everything your child needs to strengthen their bodies and have lots of fun! USA Gymnastics Member and Safety Certification. Space is limited! Call 804-836-9702 for further questions.

8 week session - Sept. 23 - Nov. 11 $72 for a session
Ages 3-5 years old, Tuesdays: 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Ages 6-10 years old, Tuesdays: 4:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Language Instruction

Spanish Classes
Instructor Bri Adams
Beginner Class Session: Wednesday evenings July 23rd - August 13th (4 weeks)
Intermediate Class Session: Thursday evenings July 24th - August 14th (4 weeks)
  • All classes are 7 to 8:30 p.m. in Classroom East
  • Registration fee is $70 for members/ $80 for guests
  • Class Minimum: 5 students for each session

Body and Soul

Montpelier School Tae Kwon Do - Cole and Barbara Ellis, and Brianne Adams
Learn a defensive form of Martial Arts under the guidance of a family of experienced instructors, all of whom are 3rd degree Black Belts. Students are from ages 6 to adults. Classes meet Monday nights from 7 to 8 p.m. and Saturday mornings from 11 to noon. Tuition is $35 for once a week classes, $45 for twice a week. Classes continue all year. Call Instructors at 804-227-3870 to register.

Basic Yoga - Instructor Hinde Reed
Enjoy this relaxing and rejuvenating Hatha Yoga Class designed to acquaint the beginner with basic yoga as well as to allow experienced students to continue their practice. All levels are welcome! Bring your mat. 8 week session Minimum of 14 students. $80 guest or $70 member cost.

Tuesday evening 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Dance Studio.
Session 1: July 8 to August 26
Session 2: Sept 2 to Oct 21

 
 
The Montpelier Center for Arts & Education · P.O. Box 82, 17205 Mountain Road, Montpelier, Virginia 23192
Telephone: (804) 883-7378