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Division of Continuing Education
Summer 2008
 

PDF downloadPERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Acupressure Self Help & Tai Chi
…developing the healer within

This class will help you focus on self healing and taking care of yourself from the inside out. You will learn the pressure points for relief of neck, back and shoulder problems; menopause, insomnia and digestive problems. Tai Chi will help you focus your energy, increase self awareness and stamina.
Instructor: Victoria Mogilner
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-20032
#18490 Jun 9 - 30 7 - 9pm
Fee: $69 4 Mondays K111

Beyond Positive Thinking

To achieve a better life, positive thinking is great, but very limiting by itself unless other principles are applied. We will cover the principles, inspirational stories and the specific techniques used by people who have been successful and a reinforcement exercise using essential oils to produce better results in the areas that need improvement. A test will be given at the onset of the class to determine where you stand. A booklet will be provided as well as a list of good books for further inspirational reading. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or blanket and towel.
Instructor: Jeffrey Schiller
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-20069
#18491 Jun 16 6 - 10pm
Fee: $39 1 Monday K110

Brain Gym® 101 NEW!
This three day course examines movement and its relationship to learning. Gain a deeper understanding of the brain, the body and how movement supports learning, health, communication and better relationships. Learn:
26 Brain Gym® movements that increase human performance in all areas
 
To do a Brain Gym® balance in a specific area
How to create a healthier body
How to discover hidden strengths
How to gain mastery of the brain/body system
How to make better decisions
Dress comfortably and come prepared for fun!
Instructor: Kay Wallach, EdD
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60112
#18425 Jun 23, 24, 25 9am - 3pm
Fee: $345 Mon, Tue, Wed M233
This class has been canceled.

Buy or Lease Your Next Car
in ½ the Time with ½ the Markup!

For each person who buys a car, three others buy a pre-owned vehicle. Amateurs go showroom shopping, but the pros go the Fleet Manager for wholesale pricing. Ignore all the ads, avoid the traps, skip the add-ons and save some real money next time. Required materials are $5 in class (cash only, please).
Instructor: Robert C. Jones
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60057
#18501 Jun 4 6 - 9pm
Fee: $35 1 Wednesday K110

Concealed Weapons
This class exceeds the 8-hour state requirements to obtain your Arizona Concealed Weapon Permit. Be trained on the most effective survival shooting skills available. Then apply these skills during the live fire lab. Recommended reading: AZ Gun Owner’s Guide, Bloomfield Press. At the range you will need photo ID, handgun (limited loaners available); a zippered rug case (or other case, but not a belt holster. Limited loaners available); eye and ear protection (limited loaners available); 50 rounds of handgun ammunition; drinking water. You must be 21 years old to enroll in this class and apply for a CW Permit. Completion of this course does not guarantee you will be granted a permit. Permit and range fee not included in course price. Absolutely no firearms permitted on campus.
Instructor: Barry Tietler
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60008
#18496 Jun 16, 17, 21 6 - 9pm
Fee: $69 Mon/Tue/Sat M,T: M101
  Saturday: Ben Avery* in the AM
*$10 usage fee due at Ben Avery Range.

Convert Vinyl Records and Cassettes to CD

Learn to convert vinyl records and music cassette tapes into digital files to listen to on your computer or made into CD’s, that will play in any CD, ipod, or mp3 player by using the method of: a turntable, Plus Deck hardware (internal PC cassette deck) and a desktop PC computer. Other methods will also be demonstrated, using the latest USB technology (for both PC and MAC), and also new stand alone units not requiring a PC, that records directly to either a CD, flash drive or Secure Digital (SD) media card. Please bring a vinyl record and/or music cassette tape, blank CD, flash drive and/or Secure Digital media card (for personal use only).
Instructor: Jeffrey Schiller
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60091
#18497 Jun 25 6 - 10pm
Fee: $39 1 Wednesday J136

Convert VHS Tapes to DVD Basics

In this basic class, learn to easily archive your videotape collection onto DVD and also create your own DVD movies from your camcorder, VCR and more. Demonstrations will be provided on how to convert and view your videos on new gadgets. The process includes a PC computer, video capture device and software. Please bring a VHS tape and a blank DVD. If converting other than a VHS tape, please also bring a camcorder (with audio and video cables), for personal use only.
Instructor: Jeffrey Schiller
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60108
#18498 Jun 26 6 - 10pm
Fee: $39 1 Thursday K109

An Introduction to Voice Overs…
Getting Started in Voice Acting

Have you ever wondered whose voice you are listening to on TV and radio commercials? You too can become a professional Voiceover Artist! This fun and interactive class covers details of the industry, marketing and the importance of a demo tape. You will be coached and recorded for a personal evaluation. Be warned -- many who have taken this class have gone on to become real, bona-fide professional Voice Actors!
Instructor is from Voices for All
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60065
#18499 Jun 12 7 - 9pm
Fee: $49 1 Thursday K109

Creating Sacred Spaces
What is your sanctuary? Would you like it to be a place within your own home? Learn how to create a Sacred Space in your home. Find out how to make your home a sanctuary - a place that is welcoming for you and a place that feels good to live and entertain. Create your sacred space through clearing, colors, textures, scents and meditation. Bring paper, pen and an open mind.
Instructor: Jill Angelo
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-20067
#13367 July 21 6 - 10pm
Fee: $45 1 Monday K110

Feng Shui
In this fun introductory class learn the basics of Feng Shui principles in an easy-to-follow fashion and how to apply those principles in your home and office. Learn how to increase and enhance your surrounding space by utilizing these principles. Identify the parts of a building or room that can help increase prosperity, enhance your well being and produce harmony and healthy abundant results in your life.
Instructor: Salie Christopher
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-20052
#18495 Jun 17 - 24 6:30 - 9pm
Fee: $45 2 Tuesdays M233
This class has been canceled.

Insights – Who Are You Really? NEW!
Discover the four major personality temperament types and what this means to you and your family. Learn what type you are and how to be successful with that knowledge. Finally, you will learn how to apply this knowledge to benefit yourself and others at home, at work and at play! Materials are included in course fee.
Instructor: Kay Wallach, EdD
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-20073
#18493 Jun 11 9am - 3pm
Fee: $99 1 Wednesday M103
This class has been canceled.

Instant Piano…For Hopelessly Busy People
You don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano! In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. In this demonstration course, you can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song in this one session. Any song, and style, any key! Required materials fee of $30 for workbook and CD is payable in class.
Instructor: Craig Coffman
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-90004
#13315 Jul 21 6:30 - 9:30pm
Fee: $39* 1 Monday M227

How to Play Music by Ear

Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songs without relying on music. This course will provide a practical presentation of music theory that includes predicting chord progressions, learning from recordings, and transposing - expressed in everyday language. This is an ideal follow-up to ‘Instant Piano’ and is open to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on any instrument. Required materials fee of $30 for workbook and CD payable in class.
Instructor: Craig Coffman
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-90030
#13316 Jul 22 6:30 - 9:30pm
Fee: $39* 1 Tuesday M227

*Savings Package:

Take both music classes and save $13! (Materials are $60)
Cont_ed 100-90031
#13317
$65

Organic Gardening Basics

Enjoy delicious healthy homegrown fruits and vegetables freshly picked from your garden. Learn how to prepare the soil, make compost, use organic fertilizers and soil amendments. Improving the soil is necessary to be able to grow in temperatures as high as 115 degrees! A resource list will be given of good sources where to purchase organic gardening products covered in the class.
Instructor: Jeffrey Schiller
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60078
#18502 Jun 18 6 - 10pm
Fee: $39 1 Wednesday K110

Summer Ease: Peace of Mind, Body & Spirit!

“Summertime, and the living is easy…” the song says…and so it should be for you! Learn how to stop mental chatter and enhance your ability for meditation & deep relaxation! Learn new and effective techniques to relax your mind and body, and harmonize with your spirit. Experience deep breathing relaxation, right brain exercises, creative visualization, and biofeedback techniques. Enhance peace of mind, improve sleep, play and work performance. Relaxation CD & packet for program is $18 per person (cash) and payable to instructor in class. For further information contact the instructor at pjcstars@aol.com.
Instructor: Philip Comi
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-20035
#18492 Jun 3 - 17 6:30 - 9pm
Fee: $55 3 Tuesdays K109
This class has been canceled.

The Emotional Freedom Technique NEW!
The simple self-help tool known as the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), can reduce your stress level in less than 60 seconds. EFT has also been used to reduce pain, lessen cravings and alleviate negative emotions. EFT raises your energetic vibration, allowing you to move through sticking points in your life, and allow you to flow in the direction of your desires. The list is endless and if you can tap, touch or rub, you can benefit!
Instructor: Terri Love
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-20072
#18489 Jun 25 6:30 - 8:30pm
Fee: $35 1 Wednesday K110

Understanding Your Social Security Benefits
Learn what you need to know about Social Security. This course will provide an overview of all the programs dealing with retirement, survivors, disability, Medicare, and supplemental security income benefits. Handouts provided. Register early as this class fills quickly.
Instructor: Barbara Jackson,
Social Security Administration
Subject: Cont_ed Course #400-10008
#13319 Jul 23 6 - 8pm
Free 1 Wednesday KSC208

Weight Loss Solutions
NEW!
Break the cycle of fad diets, special shakes and miracle drugs, and try something that will finally work. Learn how to lose body fat, increase metabolism and develop intrinsic motivation. Text: The Stop and Go Fast Food Nutrition Guide, available in the PVCC Bookstore.
Instructor: Ali Waelchli-Brooks
Subject: Cont_ed Course #100-60111
#13314 Jul 16 - Aug 6 6:30 - 9pm
Fee: $69 4 Wednesdays F131

 

 
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