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| Westside Extension's College for Kids Program is designed primarily for
children ages 3 to 18. All classes (except gymnastics, fencing, skating and hockey) will be held on the West Los Angeles College campus. We offer small class sizes with individual attention. Our teachers are highly trained professionals who have experience teaching children and are deeply interested in their development. Enrollment is limited for many of these classes, so register early! |
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| Beginning Tennis (Ages 8-14) | |
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Tennis has always been one of the most popular sports for boys and girls of
all ages. In this class, beginning students will learn the five basic shots:
forehand, backhand, volley, overhead and serve. Bring a tennis racket, two
new cans of tennis balls and tennis shoes to first class. Register early, as
enrollment is limited to 10 per class. Michael Lanahan is a member of the U.S. Pro Tennis Association and a former USTA national junior coach. He has coached 6 U.S. national junior champions and is the head pro at the Westwood Club.
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Saturdays 1-2 pm $59
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Kids take to the water really well if you expose them to it at an early age. Here’s a great opportunity to get your child comfortable in water, have fun and bond. Mom or dad will get in the pool to guide their child in activities. Children will be introduced to kicking, paddling, arm movements, back floats, blowing bubbles and more. This is a recreational class and does not teach swimming. Infants MUST wear a swim diaper. Enrollment very limited and these classes fill up quickly, so register early. Cristina is an experienced parent and me swim instructor and certified aqua aerobics teacher. Course # $44 for parent + child 286.1 5 Sat Sept. 6-Oct. 11 10-10:30 am (no meeting Sept. 20) Sold Out! 286.2 5 Sat Sept. 6-Oct. 11 11-11:30 am (no meeting Sept. 20) Sold Out! 286.3 5 Sun Sept. 7-Oct. 12 10-10:30 am (no meeting Sept. 21) Sold Out!
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Basic swimming techniques, like breathing, kicking and arm strokes will be covered in this parent and me swim class, led by Cristina. Mom or dad will get in the pool to assist their child in learning swimming techniques. Swim goggles and caps recommended. Enrollment very limited and these classes fill up quickly, so register early. Cristina is an experienced parent and me swim instructor and certified aqua aerobics teacher. Course# $49 for parent + child 270.1 5 Sat Sept. 6-Oct. 11 9:15-9:45 am (no meeting Sept. 20) Sold Out! 270.2 5 Sun Sept. 7-Oct. 12 9:15-9:45 am (no meeting Sept. 21) Sold Out! 270.3 5 Sun Sept. 7-Oct. 12 11-11:30 am (no meeting Sept. 21) Sold Out! 270.4 5 Sun Sept. 7-Oct. 12 4:15-4:45pm (no meeting Sept. 21) New Class Just Added
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Basic swimming techniques, like breathing, kicking and arm strokes will be covered in this beginning swimming class. Students will learn to get comfortable in the water in our 4-foot-deep, indoor pool (no other kids allowed in pool area however). Donna will cover basic swimming techniques, including breathing, kicking and arm strokes. Swim goggles recommended. Enrollment limited and these classes fill up quickly, so register early. Donna Hurley is a certified aquatic exercise instructor who has extensive experience teaching swimming for students of all ages. Course # 5 Saturdays $49 288.1 Sept. 6-Oct. 4 11:45 am-12:15 pm Sold Out! 288.2 Sept. 6-Oct. 4 3:05-3:35 pm Sold Out! 288.5 Oct. 18-Nov. 22 11:45 am-12:15 pm (no meeting Nov. 15) 288.6 Oct. 18-Nov. 22 3:05-3:35 pm (no meeting Nov. 15)
Course # 5 Sundays $49 288.3 Sept. 7-Oct. 5 12-12:30 pm Sold Out! 288.4 Sept. 7-Oct. 5 12:35-1:05 pm Sold Out! 288.7 Oct. 19-Nov. 16 12:50-1:20 pm Sold Out! 288.8 Oct. 19-Nov. 16 1:25-1:55 pm
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Cristina will cover basic swimming techniques, including breathing, kicking and arm strokes. Swim goggles and caps recommended. Enrollment very limited and these classes fill up quickly, so register early. Cristina is an experienced parent and me swim instructor and certified aqua aerobics teacher. Course # 5 Saturdays $49 275.1 Sept. 6-Oct. 11 3:30-4 pm (no meeting Sept. 20) 275.2 Sept. 6-Oct. 11 4:15-4:45 pm (no meeting Sept. 20) 275.5 Oct. 18-Dec. 6 9:15-9:45 am (no meeting Oct. 25, Nov. 22 & 29) 275.6 Oct. 18-Dec. 6 11-11:30 am (no meeting Oct. 25, Nov. 22 & 29) Course # 5 Sundays $49 275.3 Sept. 7-Oct. 12 1:45-2:15 pm (no meeting Sept. 21) Sold Out! 275.4 Sept. 7-Oct. 12 2:30-3 pm (no meeting Sept. 21) 275.7 Oct. 19-Dec. 7 10:15-10:45 am (no meeting Oct. 26, Nov. 23 & 30) 275.8 Oct. 19-Dec. 7 11-11:30 am (no meeting Oct. 26, Nov. 23 & 30)
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| "Glow Girl" Poetry & Creative Movement (Ages 4-12) | |
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This performing arts program is an innovative approach to enriching the lives of young girls, fusing poetry presentation with creative movement. Special attention is paid to poise and posture, utilizing the basic techniques of ballet, modern dance, charm school fundamentals and wholesome aspects of character development. Students will develop eloquence, dignity, grace, a team approach, confidence and a healthy sense of self. Students who complete two six-week sessions will hold a joint performance from 1-2 pm on Saturday, Dec. 6 (students should arrive for rehearsal at 10 am on Dec. 6). Wear dance or workout clothes to class. Syni Patterson, author of the book of poetry, “The ABCs of Self-Esteem,” is a performance poet with more than 30 years’ experience working with children in poetry and creative movement. New Students (Ages 4-6) 6 Saturdays 11 am-Noon $60 Course #260.1 Sept. 13 thru Oct. 18 Course #260.2 Oct. 25 thru Dec. 6 (no meeting Nov. 29)
New Students (Ages 7-12) 6 Saturdays Noon-1 pm $60 Course #261.1 Sept. 13 thru Oct. 18 Course #261.2 Oct. 25 thru Dec. 6 (no meeting Nov. 29)
Advanced Students (Ages 7-12) 6 Saturdays 1-2 pm $60 Course #262.1 Sept. 13 thru Oct. 18 Course #262.2 Oct. 25 thru Dec. 6 (no meeting Nov. 29) Final Performance on Saturday, Dec. 6, 1-2 pm
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W estside Extension is teaming up with the Los Angeles International Fencing Center in West L.A. to offer fencing classes. It is the largest fencing center in California with 20 fencing strips. The coaches are highly qualified, having taught a silver medalist fencer in the 2008 Beijing Olympics and three fencers who participated in the 2004 Athens Olympics. The class fee includes all fencing equipment and the membership fee. Click here for Directions to LAIFC.Fencing is an Olympic sport with a long history and a strong tradition, being one of only four sports to be included in every Olympics since 1896. It is a western martial art for the mind and the body, and helps to develop agility, balance, hand-eye coordination and strategic thinking. In this introduction to fencing, students will learn the difference between the three fencing weapons—epée, foil and saber—and the different styles and set of rules these three weapons use. Students will be taught the fundamentals of the sport, including body position and distance, footwork, tempo and right-of-way situation. By the end of the class, students will be able to challenge one another in fencing bouts. En garde!
Ages 8-11 Course #299.09 Sept. 10 thru Oct. 1 Course #299.10 Oct. 8 thru Oct. 29 Course #299.11 Nov 5 thru Nov. 26 If you are interested in the December class, c all for information
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| Modeling (Ages 11-18) | |
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Modeling is a dream job for many kids and young adults, but there’s lots that you need to know to succeed. Get an insider’s view of this exciting profession. Find out about the different types of modeling, professionalism, Zed cards, composites and portfolios. Learn modeling walks and turns, photo posing and wardrobe. The class will meet at Macy’s in Fox Hills Mall for skin care on Nov. 1 only. The final class will be a mini fashion show for family and friends on Nov. 29 (request a free parking permit). Students should arrive at 5 pm on Nov. 29 ; the show will run from 7-9 pm. *Optional $10 material fee for “before” and “after” photos, payable to instructor. Jeneé Huitt, owner of IMS Models, is an international model and talent scout, fashion editor and has produced regional pageants for Miss and Teen USA.
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Saturdays 10 am-Noon $89*
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| Etiquette (Ages 6-10 & 11-18) | |
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Do you cringe when your child answers the phone “uh-huh” or “yep?” Introduce your child to the basics of answering phones, other greetings (including handshakes), table manners, posture, personal grooming and developing an appropriate fashion sense. Character development traits such as integrity, generosity and tact will also be discussed. Your child’s self-esteem will soar and you’ll be proud to admit she or he is yours. Bring half-inch binder and paper (children must be able to read and write). The last meeting will be a “graduation” meal at a restaurant in Culver City and will cost $20 (details provided in class.) *Optional $10 material fee for “before” and “after” photos, payable to instructor. 6 Wednesdays Sept. 24 thru Oct. 29 Course #280 (Ages 6-10) 5-6:15 pm $64* Course #281 (Ages 11-18) 6:30-8 pm $74*
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