Class Schedule

Spring 2012 Class Schedule

Registration Begins: January 2

Class Registration Form

If you are interested in teaching a class, please call the Firehouse

Fine Arts

Oil Painting/Drawing

(Ages 15-Adult)

Instructor: Diamond Vigil

You will learn the effective use of color relationships, mass, and values while you paint from a photograph.

Wed, Feb 1-March 21 | 6:30-8:00

Tuition: $80 | 8 Classes

Clay Hand Building

(Ages 8-15)

Instructor: Sally Anne Finkelstein

In this class you will be introduced to the many techniques of hand building. Several fun items will be made.

Sat, Feb 4-March 3 | 6:00-8:00

Tuition: $35 | 5 Classes

Wheel Throwing

(Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Nancy O'Brien

Students will learn the basics of how to throw on the wheel. They will be provided with 25 lbs. of clay and the use of all Firehouse glazes.

Wed, March 7-April 11 | 6:00-8:00

Tuition: $100 | 6 Classes

Open Pottery Studio

Students 18 and older with prior ceramics experience may sign-up for open studio use of the ceramics room. The fee covers use of wheels, and glazes. Firing is only done by Firehouse personnel when kiln is full.

Call for studio availability

Tuition: $30/ month

Liberal Arts

Conversational Spanish

(Ages 18-Adult)

Instructor: Sylvia Ramirez

Learn to communicate in Spanish through basic skills. Students will focus mainly on learning to speak Spanish, although some writing will be taught. No experience necessary.

Tue & Wed, Feb 7-March 28 | 6:00-8:00

Tuition: $100 | 16 Classes

Photography

Community Open Darkroom

(Ages 18-Adult)

Instructor: Dee Cerda

This is for students needing extra time to print and practice the photo techniques taught in the darkroom class, and for photographers wanting a place to print. Green chemicals and some equipment provided; bring your own paper.

Available during regular open hours only

Tuition: $10/scheduled use or $50 unlimited month

Music

Piano Lessons

(Ages 7-Adult)

Instructor: Ashley Ramos

Piano lessons are for both the beginner piano student and those who want to review their skills. Learning to play the piano is great for all age. Students can choose to be in a recital May 5.

Mon, Wed, or Thurs, Ongoing

Call to schedule weekly 30min sessions

Tuition: $30/month for 4 months

Computer Graphics

Adobe Photoshop

(Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Will del Castillo

Learn basic to advance Photoshop techniques including navigation, working with images, resizing & cropping, layering, painting, creating special effects, etc. in this hands on computer class.

March 23 -June 15 | 6:00-7:00

Tuition: $45 | 13 Classes

A notebook with Adobe Photoshop CS3 or above required

Fiber Arts

Knitting/Crochet

(All Ages)

Instructor: Sally Anne Finkelstein

Beginners and experienced knitters and crocheters welcome. Come learn the next step or get help in current projects and reading patterns.

Sat, Feb 4-March 10 | 1:00-2:00

Tuition: $30 | 6 Classes

Needles & yarn required

Sock Knitting

(Ages 15-Adult)

Instructor: Sally Anne Finkelstein

Come learn to knit socks on two circular needles.

Mon, Feb 6-March 12 | 6:30-7:30

Tuition: $30 | 6 Classes

Previous knitting knowledge required

Hand Sewing

(Ages 7-Adult)

Instructor: Sally Anne Finkelstein

Students will learn how to sew with a needle and thread while creating a little project.

Wed, Jan 25-Feb 15 | 4:15-5:15

Tuition: $20 | 4 Classes

Weaving- Color Runner

(Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Sally Anne Finkelstein

Using a loom learn how to weave a small color blanket.

Thurs, Feb 9-March 15 | 6:30-7:30

Tuition: $45 | 6 Classes

Valentine Weaving

(Ages 7-15)

Instructor: Sally Anne Finkelstein

Students will learn to do a simple weave to create a personalized hand woven Valentine surprise.

Sat, Feb 11 | 1:30-2:30

Tuition: $7 | 1 Class

Picture Weaving

(Ages 7-15)

Instructor: Sally Anne Finkelstein

Students will learn to do a simple weave to create a personalized hand woven picture.

Sat, Feb 25 | 1:30-2:30

Tuition: $7 | 1 Class

Public Loom Use

Call for times, pricing & more information

Free Kid Workshops

Advanced Registration Required

January Class (Grades K-5)

Instructor: DRCA Staff

Thurs, Jan 19 | 4:00-5:00

Tuition: FREE | 1 Class

February Class (Grades K-5)

Instructor: DRCA Staff

Thurs, Feb 9 | 4:00-5:00

Tuition: FREE | 1 Class

March Class (Grades K-5)

Instructor: DRCA Staff

Thurs, March 22 | 4:00-5:00

Tuition: FREE | 1 Class

April Class (Grades K-5)

Instructor: DRCA Staff

Thurs, April 19 | 4:00-5:00

Tuition: FREE | 1 Class

May Class (Grades K-5)

Instructor: DRCA Staff

Thurs, May 17 | 4:00-5:00

Tuition: FREE | 1 Class

Dance & Fitness

Ballet/Tap

(Ages 3)

Instructor: Rachel Loftus

This class will take students through the basics in ballet and tap techniques. Students registered will be preparing for their recital May 5th.

Sat, Jan 21-May 5 | 10:00-11:00

Tuition $120 or $30/month for 4 months 13 Classes

Ballet, tap shoes & recital costume required

No class March 10th, 17th or April 7th

Ballet/Tap

(Ages 4-5)

Instructor: Rachel Loftus

This class will take students through the basics in ballet and tap techniques. Students registered will be preparing for their recital May 5th.

Sat, Jan 21-May 5 | 11:00-12:00

Tuition $120 or $30/month for 4 months 13 Classes

Ballet, tap shoes & recital costume required

No class March 10th, 17th or April 7th

Ballet/Tap

(Ages 6-9)

Instructor: Rachel Loftus

This class will take students through the basics in ballet and tap techniques. Students registered will be preparing for their recital May 5th.

Sat, Jan 21-May 5 | 12:00-1:00

Tuition $120 or $30/month for 4 months 13 Classes

Ballet, tap shoes & recital costume required

No class March 10th, 17th or April 7th

Ballet/Tap

(Ages 10-15)

Instructor: Rachel Loftus

This class will review the basics of ballet and tap and continue to build upon these techniques to bring students to an advanced level. Student registered will be preparing for their recital on May 5th.

Sat, Jan 21-May 5 | 1:00-2:00

Tuition: $120 or $30/month for 4 months 13 Classes

Ballet, tap shoes & recital costumes required

No class March 10th, 17th or April 7th

Hip-Hop Dance

(Ages 6-12)

Instructor: Nikki Arizpe

In order to learn Hip-Hop, you will learn step by step how to create combinations, and then put them together into a dance. Student registered will be preparing for their recital on May 5th.

Mon, Feb 6-April 30 | 6:00-7:30

Tuition: $105 or $35/month for 3 months | 12 Classes

Dance attire & recital costumes required

No class on March 12

Beginners Adult Ballet

(Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Elysia Petru

Adult ballet classes offer a fun way to tone and tighten your body while learning the fundamental techniques of ballet. This class offers something for every age group, from young adults to seniors. Students registered will be preparing for their recital Dec 10th.

Wed, Feb 1-May 2 | 7:00-8:00

Tuition: $90 or $30/month for 3 months | 14 Classes

Dance attire & recital costumes required

Intermediate Adult Ballet

(Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Elysia Petru

Wed, Feb 1-May 2 | 8:00-9:00

Tuition: $90 or $30/month for 3 months | 14 Classes

Dance attire & recital costumes required

Pointe

(Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Elysia Petru

Always wanted to get on pointe? Learn how to strengthen the feet and ankles, breaking in the pointe shoes and learning proper execution of skills while wearing point shoes.

Wed, Feb 1-May 2 | 6:00-7:00

Tuition: $90 or $30/month for 3 months | 14 Classes

Dance attire & proper ballet shoes required

Yoga

(Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Tina Nicholas

Build strength, flexibility and find serenity twice a week in the Firehouse studio.

Tue & Thurs, Feb 21-May 31 | 6:30-7:30

Tuition: $100 | 30 Classes

Yoga mat & workout clothes required

Belly Dancing

(Ages 8-12)

Instructor: Veronica Stich

For the young dancer interested in a fun and creative experience. Belly dancing offers a great way to exercise and build confidence.

Tue, Jan 31-May 1 | 5:30-6:15

Tuition: $90 or $30/month for 3 months | 13 Classes

Black leotard, tights, hip scarf & black ballet shoes required

No class March 13th

Belly Dancing

(Ages 16-Adult)

Instructor: Veronica Stich

A fluid yet rhythmic dance form emphasizing the use of hands and wrists, movement and positioning of the body. It's a great full body workout.

Thurs, Jan 12-May 13 | 7:30-8:30

Tuition: $120 or $30/month for 4 months | 16 Classes

Yoga workout attire & black ballet shoes required

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Registration Information

To register for a class, you can come by the Firehouse to fill out a registration form and pay for the class
Class spots cannot be held until payment is received

You must pre-register for all the classes

DRCA Members receive a 10% discount

Classes may cancel due to insufficient enrollment, students will be notified by phone
Full refund are given only if class is cancelled by the Firehouse
If a student wishes to cancel before the first class day a full refund less 30% will be given
No refunds after first class date

Class Scholarships

Scholarships based on economic need are available.

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Class Scholarship Sponsors

We would like to thank the following

for their support:

Rotary Club

If you would like to become a sponsor please contact

firehouse@delrioarts.com for more information.

Note to Parents:

In order to better serve you and insure the enjoyment and safety of our youngest art patrons,

please be on time to pick-up your child.
Please let us know if your child has any special needs. All classes are designed to be age appropriate and you will need to contact the Firehouse if you are interested in having your child attend a class outside of his/her age limit.
Thank you for your interest as we continue to provide quality art education!

This project is supported by a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts, The United Way,

and the Val Verde Community Foundation,

along with many of our other sponsors as shown on our sponsorship page.