ONLINE DRIVERS EDUCATION COURSE
This On-line Drivers Education Course is approved by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Reading, flash graphics, videos, and quizzes will prepare the reader to pass the written DMV test. The course is very easy to use. You simply log into the web site, enroll, and then you can begin immediately! For more information about the course and to register, go to Economic Online Driving School at http://www.economicdrivingschool . When registering make sure you complete the question that says, How did you hear about us by choosing Activity Guide.
Then enter HRC code: 4251 Cost: $75.00
BABYSITTER'S TRAINING
Do you want to earn money? This is a great class that will teach you how to be a safe babysitter. In this class you will learn infant and child CPR, First Aid, fire and earthquake safety, art projects and hints on how to get a job. In order to get a certificate of completion you must ATTEND ALL CLASSES, BE ON TIME AND DO THE FUN HOMEWORK. Sign up today and earn $$$'s! (All classes on Saturdays.)
Pilates Mat Class will introduce the language of Pilates to beginning students by focusing on breathing, identifying the core of support for exercises, and stabilizing the pelvis. This is a great class whether you are just beginning or have never practiced the technique of Pilates before. Pilates is a series of over 35 exercises that can be performed on the mat, including flexion, extension, lateral flexion, and rotation exercises. A combination of basic, intermediate, and advanced exercises are introduced as the client develops strength, flexibility, coordination and mental awareness. No experience necessary! No class 9/9,11/29
Make flameworked glass beads on a torch in one day! After covering the basics of working with flame and glass safely, you’ll be making your own creations. All equipment and supplies are included. Class is held at Aanraku Glass Studios, 41 S. Railroad Ave, San Mateo. Instructor: Aanraku Staff.
Tired of running on a treadmill, spinning to nowhere or beating up a lifeless punching bag? Then try fencing! Fencing offers you all the great cardio and physical workout that any great exercise regimen provides, but there’s a FUN aspect that makes the whole effort worthwhile. You get to interact with other people so it’s as much a social activity as it is a workout activity. Try fencing, have fun and work up a great sweat! Classes are held at First Place Fencing Club, 835 E San Carlos Ave, Suite B, San Carlos. For more information, contact the fencing club at (650) 592-1619 or by email: start@ fi rstplacefencing.com. Ages 13+
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Do you , your family and/or friends like to eat California roll sushi? Come for a fun evening and learn how to roll your own. Sharon Sakai will show you techniques her mother-in-law taught her years ago. Bring your appetite and a container to take samples home. Please sign up by Monday prior to the class date, so that Sharon has time to purchase the right amount of ingredients. Max #: 8
Traditional Chinese martial art teaches physical fitness, Chinese culture, martial ethics, self defense, and develops the mind, body and spirit. Gary Suen is from the Jing Mo school and teaches from the original curriculum. Classes are beginning level and no previous martial arts experience is necessary. Please wear athletic clothing and shoes to class.
BEGINNING JEWELRY MAKING - BEAD STRINGING
Do you have a burning desire to create your own jewelry? Learn everything you need to know about making your own unique pieces. We will teach you how to use a color wheel to enhance your confidence and creativity. Expect to create beautiful pieces of jewelry in each class using the new techniques that you’ve learned. $35 material fee is added to the final cost of the class.
JEWELRY MAKING TECHNIQUES - WIRE WRAPPING
Advance your jewelry making skills by learning how to make creative and beautiful jewelry pieces. This series of classes will teach you how to perfect simple wire wraps, double wire wraps and how to create your own headpins. $35 material fee is added to the final cost of the class. No Class: 11/11
Beginning Jewelry Making - Bead Stringing and Jewelry Making Techniques - Wire Wrapping will both be held in the Activity Room: Beresford Recreation Center, 2720 Alameda de Las Pulgas, San Mateo, CA 94403.
If you are interested in joining the Highlands Recreation Center in conjunction with instructor Dave Atchison for Adult Group Golf Lessons, please contact Jeff Schwartz at (650) 341-4251. When a group is formed, Jeff will get in touch with the instructor to set up a convenient class time at the Burlingame Golf Center. Dave Atchison is a PGA Class-A instructor that has over 33 years of teaching and coaching experience. Ages 18 and above.
To register for classes, please visit the website at jewelrybydfly.com. When you register, be sure to click that you heard about them from the Highlands Rec! Some jewelry making techniques taught during class: Jewelry Making Techniques, Bling Rings, Nested Pendants & Rings, Wire Wrapped Rings, Herringbone Weave, Earring xtravaganza, Stamping & Dapping, Stamping & Dapping Metal, Woven Waxed Irish Linen, Decorative Stringing Techniques, Mother Daughter Class, Resin Pendants, Copper Etching Enameling, Seed Beaded Coral Jewelry. Location: Dragonfly Designs Studio, 55 Nursery Way, South San Francisco.
EICHLER EXTERIORS: RESTORATION
AND RENOVATIONPlanning a remodel? Re-discover your Eichler’s curb appeal. Get ideas for original and updated exterior paint colors, doors, windows, lighting, house numbers, etc. This class will give you direction on your project and make design choices easier. Teacher Melissa Wilson lives in the Highlands and worked as an architectural
consultant. Materials: Bring some B/W or color images of your home’s current exterior for us to check out. Colored pencils will be provided.
Join instructor Andre Chow for a course that will introduce you to the exercises basic to almost all Qi gong practise, building on elements of internal martial arts to guide you to a meditative
and energizing balance of mind and body. Beginners recover limberness and balance with easy-to-remember exercises with the intensity level adjusting to the individuals ability. Advanced
students will learn to recognize proper qi gong exercise and instruction, along with learning many advanced exercises including the triad of internal martial arts. Andre is a local resident and long
time practitioner of Chinese internal martial arts.
Drop In Fee: $10.
The HRC Book Club is open to anyone interested in sharing the love of reading including those who need the structure of a book group as an "excuse" to read as well as those who just can't get enough. We'll have exciting and in depth discussions about readings chosen by the group. Friendship, fun and learning is guaranteed!
Contact Gretchen Ross via email at GNFRoss@comcast.com or Betty O'connor by telephone @ (650)3459764 for the latest books and dates.
MAKE A STERLING SILVER NECKCHAIN
Join instructor Gayton Arrigotti in this project oriented class teaching beginning torch work. Using Sterling wire, you will learn to make Twisted Square and Rope Wire Oval and Round Links and
you will Solder all 52 links. Bring a bagged lunch for this full day class. All tools and materials supplied. Materials fee of $40 paid to the instructor.
BEACH GLASS AND STONE SETTING WORKSHOP
You will make a pendant or ring as time permits. Sterling Silver will be the metal used. This is a soldering and stone setting workshop. Soldering experience is helpful but not necessary. Bring strong eyeglasses if necessary. All tools and materials will be supplied. Materials fee of $35 paid to the instructor.
Sa 12/12
MAKE A SILVER LOOSE LINK BRACELET
In this class you will make a piece of jewelry providing you with important basic skills of jewelry fabrication. Sterling Silver will be the metal used. Choosing from several designs offered in this project oriented class, you will learn how to saw, pierce, fi le, form, texture and polish sheet metal. All tools and supplies will be provided. Materials fee of $35 paid to the instructor.
MAKE A PAIR OF STERLING SILVER EARRINGS
In this class you will make a piece of jewelry providing you with important basic skills of jewelry fabrication. Sterling Silver will be the metal used. Choosing from several designs offered in this project oriented class, you will learn how to saw, pierce, fi le, form, texture and polish sheet metal. All tools and supplies will be provided. Materials fee of $25 paid to the instructor.
Zydeco music and dance comes from the Creole culture of Southwest Louisiana. Its fast-tempo and syncopated rhythm will have you yearning to learn to move your feet AND your hips! It’s energetic, playful and leaves lots of room for personal style or a more conservative, traditional style.
Beginner Zydeco
We will spend considerable time on weight changing,
partnering, basic foot and body movements. Repetition is key...we want you to get the rhythm into your body first and foremost, with just enough fun and flirtation.
Intermediate Zydeco for Men and Women
If you’ve been dancing zydeco for a while, but want to add more sultry style, intricate footwork and alternative timing to your dancing, then this class is also for you! Emulate my style or not, but let's expand the possibilities for your own style! This class is for men, women, singles and couples.
Join Erin Brandt, HRC dance instructor for Free Lessons (Sept-Nov), then please join us for $5 CD dance, drop in from 9-11pm.
Beginner Zydeco 3rd Weds 8:30-9pm Gym Beginner Waltz 4th Weds 8:30-9pm Gym
Would you like to learn how to reduce your risk at home and in the community? Would you like to learn to defend yourself? Well then this class is for you. You’ll learn how to be safer in your environment at home and on the street; where ten of the most vulnerable spots on the body are located; how to kick, punch and block effectively; and, how to use common personal items for self defense. Please wear loose fitting clothing. Sterling Sakai is a 4th degree black belt in taekwondo. He is a nationally certified self defense instructor for women and children with Rape Aggression Defense/RAD programs and with radKIDS both in association with California State East Bay.
AMERICAN RED CROSS FIRST AID FOR DOGS
Your dog is an important part of your life. Join Beverly Kingsbury, professional dog trainer, for this new HRC class. By knowing basic dog first aid, you could save your dog’s life when an emergency
strikes. Learn how to recognize and respond to life threatening conditions at this valuable course. In this class you will be taught how to: Learn to properly restrain your dog, Learn dog CPR, Put together a“dog friendly” first aid kit and many other life saving
techniques that could be the difference. Do NOT bring dogs to class!