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Portland Adult Education



Personal Enrichment

Global Dance Party 1

$55

with Emma Holder

Calendar Jan 6, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
Joyful movement to music of Salsa, Swing, Merengue, Tango, Cha Cha, Reggaeton, Bellydance, Africa and more. For 45 minutes, participants will bust stress, boost energy and burn calories while using traditional and unique moves to fabulous music. Improvisation encouraged, all levels welcome. This course also includes 10 minutes of core work to support your back, your dance, and your life. Bring a mat, sneakers and water bottle. $7 drop in, http://emmaholder.com/fitness

Intro to Quickbooks (Online Session 1)

$84

with Deb Seigars

Calendar Jan 6, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
This course uses QuickBooks accounting software. It will cover areas including setting up an accounting system, accounts receivable and payable reconcilation, and financial statement generation.

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Google Suite for Everyday Use ( Online Session 1)

$84

with Deb Seigars

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 9 am, runs for 6 weeks
This class introduces students to Google Apps including but not limited to Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Calendar, and Google Meet. It explores the uses of these Apps and their basic functions which will allow the users to increase theri productivity and collaboration. Students will learn hwot o utilize these cloud computing tools to increase productivity, communication and collaboration at school, home and in the workplace.

Drawing for Beginners

$199

with Don Thompson

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks
In this 6 week course, students will learn the fundamentals of drawing; line, value(light/dark), form, and creating space. The class starts with a focus on line drawing, exploring the different types of lines and their multiple uses. Form, value, and space will be addressed once the students comprehend line drawing. Students will receive one on one instruction focusing on individual needs and skill levels. The Maine Drawing Exchange is located at 39 Exchange St; a beautiful, sunny, third floor walk up studio in the heart of the Old Port neighborhood.

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Joyful, Awake and Aging!

$49

with Katrina Leathers

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 4:30 pm, runs for 5 weeks
Together we will contemplate and share about the experience of growing older. We will bring awareness and intention into our aging, to savor the harvest of a rich, full life! Explore changes, losses and gifts late in life and find acceptance and peace. Learn to create a life of possibilities, meaning and purpose reviewing joys, regrets and core themes of your life.

Functional Fitness Tuesdays 1 - Resistance band

$30

with Emma Holder

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 6 weeks
A focus on upper and lower body strength challenged with a resistance band (supplied), balance, coordination, cardiovascular stamina, flexibility, plus a good dose of laughter and community. Strengthening for all levels taught by an experienced (28+yrs) fitness professional. Graduated from PT? This is the perfect place for maintenance! Pair this class with Thursdays for 2x/week workouts to give you results. Accessible and challenging for all levels and ages, beginner through athlete. Bring sneakers, mat and a water bottle. http://emmaholder.com. $7 Drop In.

Spanish 1

$126

with Daissy Foss

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 12 weeks

As an introduction to the Spanish language, this course emphasizes pronunciation and basic conversational skills. Students will explore the language and culture, while also engaging in basic Spanish discussions. Requirement: Purchase Practical Spanish grammar, A Self-Teaching Guide by Marcial Prado, ISBN: 0-471-13446-5

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Yoga for Every Body

$65

with Katie Beane-Lewis

Calendar Jan 7, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks
There is no wrong way to have a body and there is no wrong body for yoga! The practice of yoga benefits every body and this class is especially designed for people who may not feel like they fit the description of the typical yoga student. While you do not need to be a specific size, shape, or ability level to attend, special attention will be paid to modifications for larger bodies and bodies with mobility and or flexibility challenges. Classes will move through modified slow flow and offered in a manner that respects and celebrates differences and encourages strength building, balance, flexibility, and self acceptance. Breath work and meditation will also be explored.

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