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No matter your age or your schedule, there is something for EVERYONE at the Center!

Look for new classes like Shag Dancing and Belly Dancing! Full class listings coming soon! 

Whether you are looking for a fun fitness class, an inspiring art class or want to move your feet in one of our dance studios we have exactly what you are looking for!

At the Center we offer classes, workshops, camps and private lessons in:

Animation

Ballet for all ages

Belly Dancing - NEW!

Broomstick Lace

Film Production

Guitar Lessons

Jazz/Hip Hop

Jewelry Design

Painting

Photography

Piano Lessons

Pilates

Pottery

Shag Dancing - NEW!

Stained Glass

Tap for all ages

Theater

Voice Lessons

Weaving

Yoga

Zumba

If you are interested in private music lessons call 757.923.0003 and ask to speak to Dana Sorrell.

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CLASS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AT A GLANCE

· Registration forms are available at the SCCA, 110 West Finney Avenue, Suffolk VA 23434 or online at suffolkcenter.org

· Please be sure to provide SCCA with correct contact information – email address preferred.

· Classes must have a minimum of four students unless otherwise noted

· Forms and/or payment must be received prior to class start date

· No additional member discount in conjunction with special offers

· All students will be notified of class status prior to class and start date

REFUND POLICY:

Cancellation of classes by SCCA: If an insufficient number of registrations are received for any individual class, the class may be cancelled. If this occurs, a full refund will be processed for those currently enrolled in the class (funds may also be transferred to another class).

Cancellation by student: Cancellations will be accepted by phone (757.923.0003 ext. 3027), fax 757.923.9699) or mail. Cancellations must be received at least 5 days prior to the first class for a full refund. Cancellations after the 5th day but prior to the first class will receive a 50% refund. After classes begin no refunds will be issued. Other circumstances will be addressed individually.

For more information and details on class registration call 757.923.0003.

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Monday Classes
BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY (6:00 pm - 7:00 pm)
BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY (Photo Lab, 1st floor) With Larry LeMasters • Ages 15 – Adult Explore the basics of taking a picture and learn methods and techniques to make every picture an image to be proud of. No more missing those once in a lifetime images. Some areas to be covered are: Camera Body, f/stop, lenses, shutter speed, composition, posing, and flash photography. **All photography classes will include a Saturday workshop. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 12 - April 16 (6 weeks) - $75
DIGITAL CAMERA (6:00 pm - 7:00 pm)
DIGITAL CAMERA (Photo Lab, 1st floor) With Larry LeMasters • Ages 15 – Adult Introduction to understanding digital camera systems. How to use ISO, flash, shutter speed, f/stop and filters. How to read, interpret and make use of the information your digital camera provides you; RAW, JPEG, white balance, tone, sharpness, hue, saturation, exposure mode. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 23 - May 22 (6 weeks) - $75
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY (Photo Lab, 1st floor) With Larry LeMasters • Ages 15 – Adult Learn the basics of flash photography, guide number, bounce, diffuse, multiple units, ratio, manual vs. auto and practical applications of flash photography. **All photography classes will include a Saturday workshop. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 12 - April 16 (6 weeks) - $75
PHOTO COMPOSITION (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
PHOTO COMPOSITION (Photo Lab, 1st floor) With Larry LeMasters • Ages 15 – Adult Study the various ways to use composition of an image to make it more than just average, rule of thirds, triangulation, negative space, vertical vs. horizontal, proper & various ways to pose for modeling, family, individual, children, cropping, masking and filling the frame. **All photography classes will include a Saturday workshop. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 23 - May 22 (6 weeks) - $70
Tuesday Classes
BEGINNING TO WEAVE (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
BEGINNING TO WEAVE (Art Room B, 3rd floor) With Mary Scott • Ages 13 – Adult Beginners/Refresher Course. Explore the creative aspects of patterns, color and thread. ($25 materials fee to instructor) No class March 13 & April 4 REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 6 - May 15 (8 weeks) - $120
BROADWAY JAZZ/TAP (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
BROADWAY JAZZ/TAP (Dance Studio C, 1st floor) With Amanda Janney • Ages 12 – Adult Learn the basics of jazz dance, rhythm and coordination through movements set to popular Broadway tunes. Learn the basic rhythm and tap steps at your own pace. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 27 - May 22 (8 weeks) - $75
DRAW OUT YOUR INNER ARTIST (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
DRAW OUT YOUR INNER ARTIST (Art Room A, 3rd floor) With Fred Short • Ages 13 – Adult Using a diverse and unique variety of learning exercises the student, whether novice or master, will be challenged to explore and develop a deeper understanding of their creative potential. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 3 - May 15 (6 weeks) - $110
DRAW OUT YOUR INNER ARTIST (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
DRAW OUT YOUR INNER ARTIST (Art Room A, 3rd floor) With Fred Short • Ages 13 – Adult Using a diverse and unique variety of learning exercises the student, whether novice or master, will be challenged to explore and develop a deeper understanding of their creative potential. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 3 - May 15 (6 weeks) - $110
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (9:00 am - 10:00 am)
¿Quiere usted aprender el Inglés? Aquí está la clase para usted. Aprende usted información básica de la pronunciación, la gramática, y la habilidad de hablar a Inglés. ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - English for the non-native speaker (Naismith Room, 2nd floor) With certified ESL instructor Susan White • Adult Improve your English with this basic class. Gain confidence to use the English you know while learning basic pronunciation, grammar and speaking skills. Have fun while learning your new language. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 3 - May 15 (6 weeks) - $60
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (10:00 am - 11:00 am)
¿Quiere usted aprender el Inglés? Aquí está la clase para usted. Aprende usted información básica de la pronunciación, la gramática, y la habilidad de hablar a Inglés. ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE - English for the non-native speaker (Naismith Room, 2nd floor) With certified ESL instructor Susan White • Adult Improve your English with this basic class. Gain confidence to use the English you know while learning basic pronunciation, grammar and speaking skills. Have fun while learning your new language. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 3 - May 15 (6 weeks) - $60
New! STRESS BUSTERS (6:00 pm - 7:15 pm)
STRESS BUSTERS (East Wing, 3rd floor) With Charisse Minerva • Ages 16 - Adult Whether in the office, the school or the home, no one can escape stress. Now you CAN fight back!….using tools from the everyday environment: breath, sound, walking and even art can bring calm into the hectic life. These techniques are found in hospitals, boardrooms, winning sports teams and now even by educators and students. Find relief after just one class. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 27 - April 17 (4 weeks) - $50
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	May 1 - 22 (4 weeks) - $50
PAINT ME A POEM (6:00 pm - 7:00 pm)
PAINT ME A POEM (Photo/Art Studio 1st floor) With Nathan Richardson • Ages 8 – 14 Writing inspired by art and art inspired by writing! The discussions yield writing and the writing yields art. Awareness grows as topics turn to the view of the artist, the artist’s subject, and the feeling the art gives the viewer. The result is your own work reflecting your journey. Create your master work! REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 13 - April 17 (6 weeks) - $60
PILATES (6:00 pm - 7:00 pm)
PILATES (Dance Studio A, 1st floor) With Certified Pilates instructor Amanda Janney • Ages 16 – Adult Pilates dramatically transforms the way your body looks, feels and performs; building strength without bulk. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 27 - May 22 (8 weeks) - $75
TAP/JAZZ COMBO (4:30 pm - 5:30 pm)
TAP/JAZZ COMBO (Dance Studio A, 1st floor) With Amanda Janney • Ages 3 – 7 Learn the basic vocabulary, rhythm coordination and steps…FUN! REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 27 - May 22 (8 weeks) - $85
YOGA - Morning (10:00 am - 12:00 pm)
YOGA- AM (East Wing, 3rd floor) With Christine Dove • Adult Traditional style yoga – relaxation, stretches, poses, breathing, and guided meditation practices. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 13 - April 17 (6 weeks) - $75
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 24 - May 30 (6 weeks) - $75
Wednesday Classes
BEGINNING SPINNING (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
BEGINNING SPINNING (Art Room B, 3rd floor) With Mary Scott • Ages 13-Adult This is an introductory class for those who are interested in learning to spin their own yarns. No prior experience is necessary to take this class. To develop the technique, students will receive a drop spindle and a wide variety of fibers for practice. The instructor has 30 years’ experience teaching fiber arts and will share many interesting facts about fiber production and processing during the course. ($25 materials fee to instructor) Wednesday 6 – 8:00 PM Jan 11 – Feb 29 (8 weeks) $120/130 6 – 8:00 PM Mar 7 – May 9 (8 weeks) $120/130 (No class March 14 & April 4)
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 7 - May 9 (8 weeks) - $120
LANDSCAPE PAINTING with acrylics (6:30 pm - 8:30 pm)
LANDSCAPE PAINTING with acrylics (Art Room A, 3rd floor) With Trish Clancy • Ages 13 – Adult Explore painting utilizing techniques, compositions, color, light and the Elements and Principles of Design. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 4 - May 16 (6 weeks) - $110
SCULPTING (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
SCULPTING (Photo/Art Studio, 1st floor) With Fred Short • Ages 13 – Adult From conception to realization, this class will teach you to transform your subject into a work of art. Through visualization and step by step drawing the piece will take shape and students will move into constructing, then finishing their sculpture. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 4 - May 16 (6 weeks) - $110
Thursday Classes
BALLET 1 (5:00 pm - 5:30 pm)
BALLET 1 (Dance Studio A 1st floor) With Amanda Janney • Ages 6 – 8 Beginning ballet with emphasis on vocabulary, the love of dance and music. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 29, 2012 - May 24, 2011 (8 weeks) - $65
BALLET 3 (7:00 pm - 7:45 pm)
BALLET 3 (Dance Studio C, 1st floor) With Amanda Janney • Ages 13 – Adult Ballet training that develops correct body alignment, strength, flexibility and coordination. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 29 - May 24 (8 weeks) - $75
DRAWING FOR KIDS (10:30 am - 11:30 am)
DRAWING FOR KIDS (Photo/Art Studio, 1st floor) With Fred Short • Ages 6-10 An education and entertaining exploration of basic drawing and drawing techniques. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	February 9 - March 19 (6 weeks) - $55
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 5 - May 17 (6 weeks) - $55
DRAWING FOR KIDS (5:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
DRAWING FOR KIDS (Photo/Art Studio, 1st floor) With Fred Short • Ages 6-10 An education and entertaining exploration of basic drawing and drawing techniques. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date. 5:00 – 6:00 pm Apr 5 – May 17 (6 weeks) $55/65
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	April 5 - May 17 (6 weeks) - $55
INTERMEDIATE WEAVING (12:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
INTERMEDIATE WEAVING (Art Room B, 3rd floor) With Mary Scott • Adult Experienced students, focusing on complex weave structures. New students please call 923.0003 for more information. 16 hours of instruction - for actual times and dates consult with instructor. ($25 materials fee to instructor) REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 8 - May 11 (8 weeks) - $120
New! - SHAG DANCE INSTRUCTION - Intermediate Shag (8:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
By Popular Demand! SHAG DANCE INSTRUCTION (Rehearsal Hall, 3rd floor) With Larry Williams & Steva Williams • Adult REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 15 - April 19 (6 weeks) - $70
New! - SHAG DANCE INSTRUCTION - Shag for Beginners (7:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
By Popular Demand! SHAG DANCE INSTRUCTION (Rehearsal Hall, 3rd floor) With Larry Williams & Steva Williams • Adult REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 15 - April 19 (6 weeks) - $70
PILATES (6:00 pm - 7:00 pm)
PILATES (Dance Studio A, 1st floor) With Certified Pilates Instructor Amanda Janney • Ages 16 – Adult Pilates dramatically transforms the way your body looks, feels and performs; building strength without bulk. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 29 - May 24 (8 weeks) - $75
PRE–BALLET (4:00 pm - 4:30 pm)
PRE–BALLET (Dance Studio A, 1st floor) With Amanda Janney • Ages 3 – 5 An introduction to movements used in ballet to develop coordination, grace and posture. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 29 - May 24 (8 weeks) - $65
TEENS AT THE POTTERS' WHEEL (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
TEENS AT THE POTTERS' WHEEL (Pottery Studio, 1st floor) With Harriette Laskin • Ages 13 – 18 Learn to make hand formed pottery and learn to use the potter's wheel. Materials included. (Limit 8 Students) REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 2 - 16 (4 weeks) - $75
THE JOY OF PAINTING with oils (6:00 pm - 8:45 pm)
THE JOY OF PAINTING with oils (Art Room A, 3rd floor) With Robert LeMasters • Adult Learn traditional studio oil painting with an appreciation of color & nature. Paint in a friendly warm studio atmosphere where painters are encouraged with personalized instruction. Fun for all experience levels! REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 29 - May 24 (8 weeks) - $150
Saturday Classes
WORKSHOP - BROOMSTICK LACE (10:00 am - 4:00 pm)
WORKSHOP - BROOMSTICK LACE (Art Room B, 3rd floor) With Mary Scott • Ages 13 – Adult Create beautiful lace pieces that could easily become family heirlooms. Students will learn the technique and construct a lace scarf with tools and yarns provided by the instructor. Patterns for a scarf and triangular shawl will be provided, also. A materials fee, payable to the instructor, covers all supplies used in the workshop. (Materials fee $20 to instructor) REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	February 18 - 18 (1 weeks) - $50
WORKSHOP - FIND YOUR ROOTS (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
WORKSHOP - FIND YOUR ROOTS (Naismith Room, 2nd floor) With Nathan Richardson & Drusilla Pair • Adult Trace your Genealogy through Written and Oral History. Students will learn the techniques to help them trace their family heritage. (Composition book needed for class) REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	February 11 - 11 (1 weeks) - $25
WORKSHOP - INKLE LOOM WEAVING (11:00 am - 5:00 pm)
WORKSHOP - INKLE LOOM WEAVING (Art Room B, 3rd floor) With Mary Scott • Ages 13 – Adult Learn to weave on a small, portable loom. Prepare the heddles and warp in colors of your choice. No previous weaving experience necessary. (Materials fee $10 to instructor/can apply to Purchase of Inkle Loom) Saturday, March 10, 11 AM – 5 PM Saturday, March 24, 11 AM – 5 PM REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 10 - 24 (2 weeks) - $70
WORKSHOP - NEEDLE FELTING (11:00 am - 4:00 pm)
WORKSHOP - NEEDLE FELTING (Art Room B, 3rd floor) With Mary Scott • Adult You’ve seen it in the latest catalogs and you can do it, too! Learn the technique of needle felting by making a flower that can be used as an accessory clothing item. Add accents and details to manufactured clothing, make toys, pillows, scarves, handbags, etc. using the same technique! No previous experience is necessary. REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE! A $10 late registration fee will be applied to any class registration processed less than 7 days prior to class start date.
	How Many Students are You Enrolling?	Select 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15	March 3 - 3 (1 weeks) - $45