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Leisure & Recreation

African Drumming	Indian Cooking
Asian Cooking	Knife Sharpening
Belly Dancing	Lawn Bowls
Designing your Garden	Mah Jong
Driving - an introduction	Numerology
French Cooking	Photography
Getting your L's	Rhythm and Dance
Golf	Thai Cooking
Guitar

Asian Cooking - Tin Nu
Learn to cook Asian dishes using organic vegetables from Tin's own garden. Students will gain hands on experience in preparing and cooking authentic Asian cuisine.
1004LR003	Sun Apr 18	10am - 1pm	$55

Belly Dancing for Beginners - Julie Farrell
You don't have to be slim or young - just enthusiastic and willing to improve your posture, develop grace and self-confidence and discover a way to express your own unique beauty and creativity through this ancient dance for women. All ages, shapes and sizes, dancers and non-dancers alike are encouraged to attend and learn rhythms as well as the history of this art form. Please wear long, full skirt, scarf or sash to tie around hips and bring a bottle of water.
1002LR003	Mon Feb 1 to Mar 8 6 sessions	5:30pm - 7pm	$89

CircleofDrums - African Drumming - Chris Baker
This exciting course is for anyone who wants to learn to play the tribal drum rhythms on African style drums. Chris will guide you individually and as part of a group as you learn to play a full tribal drum rhythm over the length of the course. It is a great way to connect with your inner rhythm and your community.Guaranteed to be lots of fun.
1004LR007	Tues Apr 27 to June 15 , 8 sessions	6pm - 7.30pm	$160

Designing your Garden - Jan Carson
*NEW* - Learn to prepare a basic garden plan and the keys to choosing plants that will give the look that you desire. Suitable for students planning a new garden or those wishing to update or add to an existing one.
1003LR004	Sat Mar 27 & Sun Mar 28 2 sessions	10am - 4pm	$125

Introduction to Driving - Jason Love
In this RTA Accredited course learn to drive the correct way. Two Accredited Driving Instructors will teach you the basics of vehicle checks, vehicle control, observations, manoeuvres and road position. Students are required to hold a Learner's Licence and Log Book.
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Getting your L's - Jason Love
Learn step by step how to understand the Learner's Handbook. Our fully qualified RTA Accredited tutor will take you though the online Knowledge test so that you feel comfortable with how it operates and will answer all your questions regarding obtaining your "L's".
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French Cooking - Daniele Barrois
Do you have an interest in French food? Then this is the class for you! Cooking alongside Daniele learn how to make perfect crepes, chocolate fondue, quiche lorraine, delightful finger food and create your own tasty dressings. This is just a taste of what you will learn.
1003LR003	Sat Mar 6	10am - 2pm	$95

Golf - Chris Tickner
A great opportunity for golf beginners to learn from an experienced professional. Lessons cover stance, grip, posture, teeing off with woods, chipping, putting and course etiquette. Limited class size. Clubs are supplied if required.
1004LR008	Tues Apr 13 to May 4, 4 sessions	10.30am - 12noon	$84

Guitar Lessons for Beginners - Robert Bullock
Local musician and experienced tutor Robert Bullock will teach this guitar course for beginners. You will learn strumming, 12 chords, how to tune, basic theory and 8 part songs to accomplish in 8 week time frame. Continuing class also available for 6 sessions.
1003LR006	Wed Mar 31 to May 19, 8 sessions	6pm - 8pm	$140

Indian Cooking - Tin Nu
In this hands on class you will assist Tin in preparing an Indian banquet from Entree through to Sweets. Learn how to make Bondas (fried mashed potato balls), Bengali chicken, Gulag Jambon (cream balls) to mention a few. These popular classes have a limit of 6 students.
1005LR001	Sun May 16	10am - 1pm	$55

Knife Sharpening - Alan Fairhurst
Learn how to sharpen your knives the way professionals do. You can also sharpen scissors or secateurs. You will save dollars, time and energy, ensuring a much safer kitchen. It may be the most useful two hours you'll spend.
1003LR001	Tues March 30	10am - 1pm	$44
1005LR002	Tues May 18	6pm - 9pm	$44

Lawn Bowls PMCB - Neville Schwartz
This is an introduction to lawn bowls for all ages covering the rules of the game, playing the game safely, bowling techniques and types of games.
1004LR009	Sat Apr 10 to May 8, 5 sessions	10am - 12noon	$20
1005LR003	Sat May 15 to June 12, 5 sessions	10am - 12noon	$20

Mah Jong
Mah Jong continues for existing members. Please contact the College to enrol.
Mondays			$32 per term

Numerology - The Secret Science Behind Numbers - Wayne Rose
This unique course is full of insights into your past, present and future. It is your first step to becoming skilled at reading the secret code, the mystery of your life. There is a plan to your life, a Destiny to fulfil, this is found by an analysis of your date of birth and names, and yes Numerology can help you find the answers. This course includes all worksheets and 120 pages of comprehensive take home notes accumulated from 30 years experience.
1005LR004	Mon May 3 & Tues May 4, 2 sessions	6pm - 9pm	$95

Digital SLRs - Michael Cordes
This course is designed for those people who are familiar with their camera, but wish to learn more about digital photgraphy and improve their picture taking skills. Topics covered: understanding your camera controls, the relationship between shutter speed and aperture, understanding white balance and its importance in picture taking, depth of field and the focal length of lenses, file sizes and quality, flash photography and composition. Uploading and basic manipulation and tips to improve your photography will be covered. One class will be held on location on a Saturday (date to be arranged) so that you can take advantage of the daylight to capture that perfect picture.
1004C024	Mon Apr 12 to May 17 , 6 sessions	6.30pm - 8.45pm	$141

SLR Location Photography - Michael Cordes
This course is designed to give you hands on experience under challenging situations such as night time exposures with varying white balances, time exposures capturing atmosphere and movement. High speed sports photography and other aspects of digital photography that will enhance and sharpen your skills.
1004LR001	Sat Apr 17, 7am - 7.30pm and Apr 24 9am - 4pm, 2 sessions		$198

Rhythm and Dance - Cate Bartlett
*NEW* - A joyous and lively introduction to African, Modern and Latin rhythms with great music from around the world. The workshop is self paced and open to anyone who loves to dance or wishes they could. Feel more alive! Learn to move more freely. This workshop ends with stretching and relaxation.
1004LR005	Sat Apr 17	1pm - 4pm	$40

Rhythm and Dance - Cate Bartlett
*NEW* - This 6 week course run by an inspiring and expressive dance teacher will explore the practice of rhythm, flexibility, balance, freedom of expression, confidence and well-being.
1004LR006	Thurs May 6 to June 10, 6 sessions	6.45pm - 8.45pm	$127

Thai Cooking - Tin Nu
Enjoy this fun workshop where Tin will instruct students in how to prepare mouth watering meals including Pomelo Salad, Massaman lamb curry, fried pork with chilli and nuts.
1004LR002	Sun Apr 11	10am - 1pm	$55