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arts clay & visual arts – adult/teen/faMily
PoTTERy AT RIdGE REcREATIoN cENTER
The award-winning Clay Arts Studio at the Ridge Recreation Center offers a variety of clay classes for beginning to advanced potters. Knowledgeable
instructors teach the techniques of handbuilding and wheel throwing in class. Our spacious and fully equipped studio includes electric kilns, gas kiln and raku
firing workshops. Classes are designed to be taken numerous times. Monthly lab hours are available only for current students for an additional fee.
new students are reQuired to attend the first class.
Clay/Firing Fee (approximately $30) and tools (approximately $14) are additional fees and can be purchased in class. Old clothes should be worn. Bring an old
towel to class for easier clean up. Long nails (natural or artificial) are not recommended.
cLAy ARTS (AduLT/TEEN/FAmILy) vISuAL ARTS (AduLT/TEEN)
Pottery - all levels ages 18 & up NoTE: ALL vISuAL ARTS cLASSES ARE
Classes are designed to accomodate all skill levels from hELd AT SouThWEST PLAzA mALL LocATIoN
beginner to advanced in a sociable setting. Wheel throwing,
handbuilding and glazing techniques are covered in all classes. Painting & drawing for adults ages 14 & up
Classes are designed to be taken numerous times. Clay and Explore painting in acrylics, oils and watercolor. Learn the
tools are available for purchase in the studio. many techniques of drawing using pastels, colored pencils and
Fee: $88 (District rate: $70) 6 weeks (3-hr class 1x/wk) charcoal. Great class for all levels.
Fee: $67 (District rate: $53) 4 weeks (2-hr class 1x/wk)
faMily clay Projects ages 5 & up haPPy hour Painting ages 21 & up
arts
These classes are designed for families to take together. Create Join us for a fun evening of painting! Participants of all levels
a specific clay project decorated with bright Duncan Glazes. will complete a masterpiece at the end of the night – no
Projects this season include: Garden Turtles, Bird Houses, painting experience is necessary. Each class will focus on a
Piggy Banks, Desktop Fountains, Wind Chimes and Woven different painting by Van Gogh. We provide the canvas, paints,
Fruit Baskets. Please check www.ifoothills.org for project brushes and your one complimentary cocktail, glass of wine
descriptions and information. or beer. A cash bar will be available with an assortment of
nOTE: Ages 8 and under MusT be accompanied by an adult. refreshments and great food throughout the class.
Fee: $59 (District rate: $45) 1 class (2½-hr)
Fee: $25 (District rate: $18) per person (One 1½-hr class) Location: Penalty Box Bar & Grill at Edge ice Arena
NEW NEW
adult sculPting ! ages 16 & up Painting & Pastels ! ages 16 & up
This class will teach students how to use clay and a simple Learn to paint and draw with pastels. This is a great class to
armature to create a sculpture. The class includes discussions learn about color, line and composition. This class is designed
of planning for finished pieces that involve firing, painting and for all levels.
finalizing clay sculptures, including animals, faces and other Fee: $67 (District rate: $53) 4 weeks (2-hr class 1x/wk)
ojbects. Class is for students who do not mind getting their Location: southwest Plaza Mall
hands dirty. Fee does not include clay.
Fee: $84 (District rate: $67) 6 weeks (2.5-hr class 1x/wk)
Pottery SaleS
teen Pottery ages 11-17 BootH at
Explore wheel throwing, hand building techniques, glazing, SUmmerSet FeStIVal
and decorating pottery pieces. Clay and community tools are (ClemeNt Park)
provided. Additional clay and tools are available for purchase.
Old clothes should be worn. New students are required to Sat, SeP 15, 2012
attend the first class. 9:00am-6:00Pm
Fee: $84 (District rate: $67) 6 weeks (2-hr class 1x/wk) SUN, SeP 16, 2012
9:00am - 4:00Pm
Painting, drawing & More ages 5 & up
HolIDay Pottery Sale
*LOCATiOn: sOuTHWEsT PLAZA MALL
CHiLDrEn unDEr AGE 8 MusT BE ACCOMPAniED BY An ADuLT. FrI, NoV 30, 2012
This is a great class for families to take together! We will 9:00am-7:00Pm
explore color, line, shape, shadow and light. Learn how to draw Sat, DeC 1, 2012
and paint faces, buildings, landscapes and more. 8:00am - 5:00Pm
insTruCTOr: Paul Birchak SPrING Pottery Sale
Fee: $59 (District rate: $45) 4 weeks (1.5-hr class 1x/wk)
FrI, may 3, 2013
9:00am-7:00Pm
Sat, may 4, 2013
Thank you, SCFD! 8:00am - 5:00Pm
Bravo! Bravo!
loCatIoN oF HolIDay & SPrING
Pottery SaleS:
rIDGe reCreatIoN CeNter
For more information DowNStaIrS
6613 S. warD St., lIttletoN
on SCFD, visit www.scfd.org
page 18 For information — 303-409-2612 • info@fhprd.org
Register online — www.ifoothills.org
arts clay & visual arts – youth
youTh – cLAy & vISuAL ARTS AT RIdGE REcREATIoN cENTER
The arts are a way of reaching out to guide and help children discover their own artistic potential and expressiveness.
A proper environment for creative expression is an important part of the creative process. Our youth classes are
designed to allow children to express individual creative energy in a controlled and safe environment. All supplies are
non-toxic and included in the class fees.
CLAssEs ArE DEsiGnED TO BE TAKEn nuMErOus TiMEs.
WE WiLL BE PAinTinG & GETTinG DirTY – DrEss FOr MEss!
cLAy – youTh (dRESS FoR mESS!)
Parent – tot clay ages 1-4 clay creations ages 8-12
This class is designed for parents and their children to play Clay projects are a creative and educational way to make
together and enhance the child’s creativity along the way. Dress a permanent piece of art. Projects in this class are bigger
for mess. A parent MUST attend class with their child(ren) – no and age appropriate. All projects will be glazed. Bring your
fee for parent. imagination – we’ll provide the materials.
Fee: $43 (District rate: $32) 4 weeks (30-min class 1x/wk) Fee: $46 (District rate: $35) 4 weeks (45-min class 1x/wk)
clay arts for tots holiday clay
arts
ages 3-5 ages 5-12
THis CLAss is DEsiGnED FOr TOTs TO TAKE inDEPEnDEnTLY. This class is designed with the Holidays in mind! We will make
Tots are introduced to simple projects in clay to help improve ornaments, gifts and decorations. Just bring your imagination, and we
fine motor skills in a fun environment for socialization. Learn will provide the rest. Dress for mess!
the fundamentals of art through clay! All supplies are included. Fee: $50 (District rate: $38) 4 weeks (1-hr class 1x/wk)
Fee: $46 (District rate: $35) 4 weeks (45-min class 1x/wk)
hoMe school clay tiMe ages 5-12
clay fun 101 ages 5-7 Clay projects are a creative and educational way to make a permanent
Let’s play with clay! Each class will be full of pinching, piece of art. Learn how to build and create three dimensional
poking and creating interesting pots, creatures and everyday sculpture using clay. Just bring your imagination, and we will provide
objects using clay. All projects will be glazed. Just bring your the rest. Dress for mess!
imagination, and we will provide the rest. Fee: $50 (District rate: $38) 4 weeks (1-hr class 1x/wk)
Fee: $46 (District rate: $35) 4 weeks (45-min class 1x/wk)
vISuAL ARTS – youTh (dRESS FoR mESS!)
Parent – tot art ages 18 mos-5 Magical world of art ages 6-14
Painting, gluing, cutting and more! It's time to let your creativity *LOCATiOn: sOuTHWEsT PLAZA MALL
flow. Students will explore a variety of art media as they create Using painting, collage, drawing and sculpture, we will experiment
unique works of art with an emphasis on the art process rather on how to create things that are close, far away and appear to
than the finished product. All supplies are included. A parent float in the air; how to create castles, faces, flowers and other
MUST accompany and attend class with their child(ren). Dress magical illusions.
for mess. insTruCTOr: Paul Birchak
insTruCTOr: Michele Hardesty Fee: $59 (District rate: $45) 4 weeks (1½-hr class 1x/wk)
Fee: $46 (District rate: $35) 4 weeks (45-min class 1x/wk)
Painting & drawing for Kids ages 6-14
hoMe school art ages 5-12 *LOCATiOn: sOuTHWEsT PLAZA MALL
Children will explore art concepts while working with a variety of
Students will learn how to design and create two dimensional
mediums, and they will have fun creating two-dimensional work
art works using paints, pastels, pencils and more! This class is
that will improve their drawing, painting and mixed media skills.
designed to be taken multiple times.
All supplies are included.
Fee: $50 (District rate: $38) 4 weeks (1-hr class 1x/wk)
insTruCTOr: Paul Birchak
Fee: $59 (District rate: $45) 4 weeks (1.5-hr class 1x/wk)
ATTENTION . . . SCOUTS:
EArN YOUr CErAmICS BAdgE!
Let us help your Troop earn ceramics badges! You’ll get to visit
the Clay Arts Studio at the Ridge Recreation Center and make
fun projects that are age appropriate and specified through the
Thank you
guidelines of Boy Scout and Girl Scout Troops. Days and times are
available based on room and instructor availability.
SCFD!
Bravo! Bravo!
Set up your Troop today! Please call 303-409-2612. For more information
on SCFD, visit www.scfd.org
scoUt troUPs . . . earn your ceraMics Badge! call 303-409-2612 today.
For information — 303-409-2612 • info@fhprd.org page 19
Register online — www.ifoothills.org
arts dance – Ballet (youth – adult)
FooThILLS bALLET PRoGRAm
Our ballet classes are age appropriate, taught in a safe recreation environment and are designed to be repeated numerous
times before advancing to the next appropriate level. Dancing technique improves as classes are repeated.
We offer a wide variety of instruction including the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) method of training and recreation
dance instruction. We offer holiday and spring performance opportunities. Classes fill quickly – pre-registration is highly
recommended.
student attire: •Girls – ballet slippers, leotard,and tights suggested. • Boys – ballet slippers, white T-Shirt and black sweat pants.
Instructors: • Julia walsh, lrad, arad, rad, rts, lccs • christine allison • tori thomason
Fee: $55 (DIstrIct rate: $42) 6 wks (30-mIn class) • Fee: $59 (DIstrIct rate: $45) 6 wks (45-mIn class)
fee: $62 (district rate: $48) 6 wKs (1-hr class)
bALLET (youTh – AduLT)
“CONTINUING” Classes are available for advanced dancers.
For more information, please check the schedule or visit www.ifoothills.org.
Parent-tot creative MoveMent ages 2-4 Ballet level iii ages 11-adult
This class is designed for parents and children to interact together Students learn Ballet, Modern and Character. Modern Ballet
through dance. Parents must attend class with their child(ren). consists of free movement, while Character Ballet studies national
arts
Mommies & Daddies welcome! (30-min class 1x/wk) dancers. Dancing technique improves as class is repeated.
insTruCTOr: Julia Walsh
creative MoveMent ages 3-4 Fee: $120 (District rate: $96) 6 wks (1.5-hr class 2x/wk)
Creative Movement increases body awareness, builds confidence Fee: $165 (District rate: $144) 6 wks (two 1.5 hr & one 1-hr class/wk)
and helps students to develop an enjoyment for dance. This class
is designed to be taken independently. (45-min class 1x/wk) Ballet coMPany ages 5-12
PrErEquisiTE: instructor Permission
Pre-Ballet ages 4-5 This is an advanced class and must be in addition to a Ballet I,
Dancers will be introduced to basic ballet positions, steps and Ballet I Continuing or Ballet II. Students will work on RAD exams.
ballet vocabulary while working on coordination and development insTruCTOr: Julia Walsh
of dance. (45-min class 1x/wk) Fee: $67 (District rate: $54) (1.5-hr class 1x/wk)
Ballet level i ages 5-7 adult Ballet – Basics ages 16 & up
Explore the fundamentals of ballet technique and terminology. This beginner’s approach to ballet will emphasize body awareness,
Develop poise, coordination and self-confidence while learning muscle toning, posture, body alignment, balance, flexibility,
ballet position, posture and combinations. (1-hr class 1x/wk) endurance and strength through simple combinations.
insTruCTOr: Julia Walsh
Ballet level ii ages 7-12 Fee: $65 (District rate: $52) 6 wks (1-hr class 1x/wk)
PrEFErrED PrE-rEquisiTE: Ballet i or Ballet i - Continuing.
This class expands on the fundamentals of ballet technique adult Ballet – continuing ages 16 & up
and terminology. Advanced combinations and barre work are PrEFErrED PrE-rEquisiTE: ADuLT BALLET – BAsiCs or previous
introduced. (1-hr class 1x/wk) ballet experience. This class will expand upon the fundamentals
Fee for 2x/wk $118 (District rate: $90) learned in Adult Ballet – Basics. This class will include Point.
insTruCTOr: Julia Walsh
taP & Ballet coMBo ages 4-5 & 6-8 Fee: $67 (District rate: $54) 6 wks (1.5-hr class 1x/wk)
This class is designed to teach the fundamentals of dance in a fun,
relaxed atmosphere and provides an overall introduction needed dance Performances
for tap and ballet. Comfortable clothing or leotard and tights should students of the foothills Ballet Program are
be worn for all classes. Tap shoes are required. offered the opportunity to perform twice each
Ages 4-5 (45-min class 1x/wk) year in a Ballet Performance. The nutcracker
Ages 6-8 (1-hr class 1x/wk) Performance will be december 14 & 15, 2012 in
columbine High school auditorium. The spring
NEW
intro to Ballet, ! 2013 Performance date and location are to be
determined.
irish & character dance ages 8-13 • To participate in The Nutcracker, students must be
This fun class is designed for all levels. This class teaches a basic registered for the same class in session 1 & 2 of fall
understanding of ballet and will cover dances from around the classes.
world. Dance styles include Irish, Hungarian, Russian and more!
No dance experience is needed for this class. Ballet attire is • To participate in the Spring Ballet, students must be
suggested. (1-hr class 1x/wk) registered for the same class in two sessions of the
Winter/spring 2013 classes.
hoMe school Ballet ages 5-12 Performances are optional and students who register
for a performance must attend all mandatory
Learn the fundamentals of ballet while increasing body awareness,
coordination and self-confidence. No dance experience is needed rehearsals posted online at the time of sign-up. call
for this class. Ballet attire is suggested. (1-hr class 1x/wk) 303-409-2612 for more information.
page 20 For information — 303-409-2612 • info@fhprd.org
Register online — www.ifoothills.org
arts dance (youth – adult) thills
Foo Community
FooThILLS dANcE PRoGRAm
instructors:
Concert Series
•Julia walsh, lrad, arad, rad, rts, lccs FREE at Clement Park!
•christine allison BRINg YOUR FAmILY & FRIENDS TO PICNIC
•tori thomason AT THE PARk & ENJOY OUR FREE CONCERTS!
fee: $59 (district rate: $45) 6 (45-Min class)
fee: $62 (district rate: $48) 6
wKs
wKs (1-hr class) JULY
• SAT, JUL 21 (6–9 p.m.)
Denver Municipal Band Wind Festival
jazz & taP coMBo ages 8-12 – “Cannon Concert”
This class is designed to teach the fundamentals of dance in a • FRI, JUL 27 (9:30–10:15 a.m.)
fun, relaxed atmosphere and provides an overall introduction of Total Performance Disc Dogs
jazz and tap. Comfortable clothing or leotard and tights should be • SAT, JUL 28 (6–8 p.m.)
worn for all classes. Tap shoes are required. Ballet or jazz shoes
preferred. (45-min class 1x/wk) Littleton Drum Studio – Local Talent Showcase
AUGUST
hiP hoP dance ages 6-9 & 9-13 • THU, AUG 2 (7–8:30 p.m.)
This popular form of dance teaches the latest dance moves! Make Kort McCumber & The High Road
new friends while learning different dance routines each session. – Americana/Roots Rock/Blues
Wear comfortable clothes. no jeans please! (1-hr class 1x/wk) • THU, AUG 9 (7–8:30 p.m.)
arts
Emma Henry & the Asteroids – High Energy Covers
lyrical & Modern dance ages 11-16
• FRI, AUG 10 (9:30–10:30 a.m.)
Lyrical and Modern dance are fusions of ballet and jazz. The class Salida Circus – Scarlet Sisters Lost Circus an interactive
is designed for all levels and will encourage coordination, flexibility performance for children of all ages
and movement through music. Comfortable clothing or leotard and
tights should be worn for all classes. Ballet or jazz shoes preferred. ENTERTAINMENT SERIES HOTLINE: 303-409-2626
(1-hr class 1x/wk) www.ifoothills.org
teen hiP hoP dance ages 12-17 THANKS to ouR SPONSORS
This specialized Hip Hop class is designed for Middle School
& High School age students with previous dance experience.
This class will teach new complex and athletic routines each
session. Wear comfortable clothes and bare feet to allow for easy
movement – NO JEANS. This class is designed to take multiple
times. (1-hr class 1x/wk)
neW adULT cLasses
– comInG In 2013 – RemembeR to maRk youR CalendaRs . . .
Ballet Stretch & Strength • adult tap
Modern dance For adultS • hip hop 28tH ANNUAL
SUMMERSET FESTIVAL
FREE 3-day Event
at Clement Park!
SEPTEMBER 14 – 16 (FRI - SUN)
For more information
NIGHT of the STARS please visit
K – 12
TALENT SHOW www.summersetfest.com
dANcE bIRThdAy PARTIES
Grades
• Ages 3+
THERE WILL BE 2 LEVELS OF COMPETITION.
An hour of Ballet, Creative Movement or Hip
AUDITIONS: TUE, DEC 18, 2012
• Hop Dance is followed by an hour of cake,
LOCAL COMPETITION: SAT, JAN 19, 2013
• ice cream and punch. Paper products are
at Dakota Ridge High School Auditorium (13399 W. Coal Mine Ave., Littleton, CO) provided. nOTE: Hip Hop is nOT available for
– First place in each category and age group will compete in further competitions. children under 6 years of age.
STATE COMPETITION: TBD
• Please make reservations in person a minimum of ten days in advance.
(1-10 people: $145) (11-15 people: $160) (16-20 people: $175)
For details: A $50 deposit is required.
Call 303-409-2612
or email reginas@fhprd.org
scientific & Cultural ridge recreation center (6613 s. ward street, littleton)
www.ifoothills.org
Facilities District
Making It Possible call 303-409-2333 today to schedule your party!
For information — 303-409-2612 • info@fhprd.org page 21
Register online — www.ifoothills.org
arts musIc – aDult/teen/Youth/toDDler-Preschool • theatre – Youth/teen
guITAR lESSONS muSIc – ToddLER/PRESchooL
Instructor David Zuber teaches Guitar Classes at
Lilley Gulch Recreation Center.
crocodile rocK ages 18 mos-5
Rock with the Croc! Children will play musical instruments and
• MusT BrinG GuiTAr: sing with our folk guitarist to develop an appreciation for music
Acoustic or Electric Guitars may be used for class. in a social atmosphere. Songs have age appropriate visual aids
• Do not bring amplifiers to class. to stimulate learning.
• Attendance at the first class is rEquirED. Parents must accompany their child(ren) – no fee for parents.
fee: $63 Per Person insTruCTOr: sheila Fitzgerald
(district rate: $50) 6 weeKs Fee: $40 (District rate: $31) 4 weeks (45-min class 1x/wk)
muSIc (GuITAR) – AduLT/TEEN MunchKin Music ages 3-5
This fun new class is designed for preschoolers to learn the
adult guitar i ages 13 & up basics of music theory. They will be introduced to a variety of
musical instruments while learning to match a pitch as they
FOr BEGinnErs. Learn open position chords, basic strumming, sing and dance to popular children’s melodies and educational
guitar tablature and beginning rock guitar styles. tunes.
THU • 7:00-7:45pm (Lilley Gulch Recreation Center) insTruCTOr: Kelly Murphy
Fee: $41 (District rate: $30) 4 weeks (45-min class 1x/wk)
adult guitar ii ages 13 & up
arts
PrE-rEquisiTE: ADuLT GuiTAr i, or instructor approval.
Learn advanced strumming, power chords, more rock guitar
Music & art froM around the world ages 4-7
Learn about art and music from a different country each
styles, blues, music theory, tablature and finger picking. Class session. First session will focus on France and will feature a
is designed to be taken numerous times. A different guitar style popular French artist each week and we will pain a replica of
will be covered each 6-week session. it in class. We will also listen to music by French composers
THU • 7:45-8:30pm (Lilley Gulch Recreation Center) and learn to sing French children's songs such as "Alouette."
Dress for mess!
insTruCTOr: Kelly Murphy
muSIc (GuITAR) – youTh Fee: $46 (District rate: $35) 4 weeks (1-hr class 1x/wk)
youth guitar i ages 7-12
FOr BEGinnErs. Learn open position chords, basic strumming,
guitar tablature and beginning rock guitar styles. Parents of
ThEATRE – youTh/TEEN
7-year-olds are encouraged to stay for class.
THU • 6:00-6:30pm (Lilley Gulch Recreation Center) acting for young adults ages 9-14
Learn basic acting skills through theatre games, character
exploration and scene study. Students learn new skills or
youth guitar ii ages 7-12 improve the ones they have. Last day of class includes informal
PrE-rEquisiTE: YOuTH GuiTAr i, or instructor approval. Learn performance for family.
additional chords, advanced strums, more rock guitar styles, blues insTruCTOr: rebecca salomonsson
and tablature. This class is designed to be taken numerous times. A Fee: $62 (District rate: $48) 6 weeks (1½-hr class 1x/wk)
different guitar style will be covered each 6-week session.
THU • 6:30-7:00pm (Lilley Gulch Recreation Center)
FRI • 4:30-5:00pm (Lilley Gulch Recreation Center) Broadway BaBies ages 7-15
This class is designed for Musical Theater Actors. Classes will
include warm up exercises and performing popular Broadway
muSIc (dRum) – ALL AGES musical numbers. Critiques will be given on breath control,
proper dynamics and vocal expression. All students will have
intro to druM set ages 6 -10 & 10-14 the opportunity to perform a solo and learn the art of performing
in front of a live audience in a safe controlled environment.
These unique classes allow for you to find out if you like the insTruCTOr: Kelly Murphy
drums before buying a drum kit! These group lessons allow Fee: $50 (District rate: $37) 4 weeks (1-hr class 1x/wk)
each student to use their own practice pad set that will be
provided. Drum sticks and lesson materials are included. Join NEW
us and see how much FUN it is to play the drums. a uditioning for eens t ! ages 13-18
insTruCTOr: David Foonberg Learn what it takes to get the part in your next school play.
Location: ridge recreation Center Students will learn how to prepare comedic and dramatic
Fee: $53 (District rate: $40) 4 weeks (1-hr class 1x/wk) monologues, as well as how to give an effective cold reading.
Family and friends will be invited to an informal presentation on
Thank you, SCFD! the final night of class.
insTruCTOr: rebecca salomonsson
Bravo! Bravo! Fee: $62 (District rate: $48) 6 weeks (1.5 hr class 1x/wk)
For more information
on SCFD, visit www.scfd.org
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