MONDAY
Shorter Flatter Walks
Convenor / Barbara 0402825260Venue / As per walks list
Time / 8:30 Summer 9am Winter (About 1 1/2 hours)
Commencing / 29 January
Mainly flat walks for approximately 1 hour then coffee at a nearby café. Bring water and money for coffee etc. Wear a hat and comfortable walking shoes.
Art Appreciation
Convenor / Liz 66227202Venue / Fripp Oval, Main Hall
Time / 9:30 – 11:30
Commencing / 5 Feb fortnightly
This year we will be focusing on specific artists and viewing their work in the context of their culture and society and any influences from other artists or cultures. In this, the status of the artist will be explored together with any limitations and/or inspired freedom of expression. This year we will be focusing on specific artists and viewing their work in the context of their culture and society and any influences from other artists or cultures. In this, the status of the artist will be explored together with any limitations and/or inspired freedom of expression.We sometimes use creative activities ourselves to help with the artist-observer communication.
Weights for Women Beginners
Convenor / Mahullah 0400495522Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Commencing / 29 January fortnightly
A total body program using light weights in a slow controlled manner. Working in pairs, it includes warmups, strength and stretch, release and cooldown exercisess on floormat, chair and standing. NB : will only be taught in term 1 and will continue term 2,3,4 running itself by attendees, aided with illustrated notes.
Lost Empires
Convenor / Warren 66287303Venue / Ballina Golf & Sports Club restaurant
Time / 11-12.30pm
Commencing / 29 January weekly
A look at the rise (and, sometimes, fall!) of some of the national states that have shaped our world and some of the interesting (but not necessarily likeable!) people involved. Attendees, if not members of the Golf Club, will be asked to join as social members
Learn to Play Mah Jong
Convenor / Viv 66867561,Venue / Fripp Oval Verandah
Time / 12.30-4.00
Commencing / 29 January Term 1 only
Learn to play mah-jong in a relaxed environment, then continue in our regular session. $5 photo copying costs. Participants will be required to attend at least 7 out of the 10 sessions planned.9 - 12 players only
Mah Jong
Convenor / Vicky 6686 2219Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 12.30-4pm
Commencing / 29 January weekly
Experienced players only.
Scrabble
Convenor / Sylvia 66812083Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 12.30-4pm
Commencing / 29 January weekly
Playing Scrabble
TUESDAY
Early Bird Yoga
Convenor / Kim 0406375139Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 8:00 – 9 am
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Asana practice followed by short meditation
Walking
Convenor / Barbara 66815893Venue / As per walks list
Time / 8am Term 1
Commencing / 30 January - weekly
Medium walks include some hills. 7-10km mainly in local area, approx 1.5 hrs plus time for coffee. Bring hat, water, wear walking shoes and money for coffee. List of walks available in the office.
Yoga & Core Pilates
Convenor / Anne 0415773234Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 9.15-10.30am
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Yoga sequence CD instructed plus guided by a tutor. Experience preferred. Realigns, centres, and invigorates the body, mind and spirit. Finishes with relaxing meditation
Musings & Meditation
Convenor / Victor 0418362237Venue / Board Room Cherry St Bowling Club
Time / 9:30 – 11 am
Commencing / 30 January weekly
We look at questions that have influenced society's thinking over the centuries. Are those ideas still relevant today? Where is change leading us?
Poetry
Convenor / Gerti 6680735Venue / Ex-Services Club, Mullumbimby
Time / 10–12 noon, 1st Tues of month
Commencing / 6 February
Learning about Poets, poetry classifications. Homework (creating your own poetry) is encouraged, lots of group interaction and analysing of verse. Bring poetry, books and note pad.
Guest Speakers
Convenor / Gerti 66807350Venue / Ex-Services Club, Mullumbimby
Time / 10–12 noon, 2nd Tues of month
Commencing / 13th February
Various topics are presented, use of computer and data projector by Speaker.
Classical Music
Convenor / Gerti 6680735Venue / Ex-Services Club, Mullumbimby
Time / 10–12 noon, 3rd Tuesday of month
Commencing / 20 February
Learning about classical and contemporary music, using a power point presentation introducing the composers and listening to some of their music, playing CD and DVDs.
Art Appreciation
Convenor / Gerti 66807350Venue / Ex-Services Club, Mullumbimby
Time / 10–12 noon 4th Tues of month
Commencing / 27 February
Topics on various and art forms will be discussed are presented, use of computer and data projector by Speaker.
.Italian
Convenor / Kay 66286137Venue / RSL Club, River Street
Time / 10–12 noon
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Continuing group having worked together for 5 years.
Italian
Convenor / Valda 0408868541Venue / RSL Club, River Street
Time / 10–12 noon
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Italian conversation
Italian
Convenor / Vicki 0427243554Venue / RSL Club, River Street
Time / 10–12 noon
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Italian language
Italian for beginners
Convenor / Steve 0424609070Venue / RSL Club, River Street
Time / 10–12 noon
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Teaching basic Italian grammar to beginners
Cryptic Crosswords –Beginners/Intermediate
Convenor / Kate 0428868350Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 10.45 – 12 noon
Commencing / 30 January weekly,
The group completes homework which is discussed each week. Beginners will receive instructions on how to solve cryptic crosswords until they feel able to join the round table discussion
Cryptic Crosswords –Advanced
Convenor / Glenda 0415712536Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 10.45-12 noon
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Advanced cryptics for those who want to challenge themselves a little more ( and still have fun )
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Table Tennis
Convenor / Mary 66867253Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 12.30-2.00pm
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Lots of fun, a bit of fitness, good hand/eye training, but mainly fun.
Scottish Country Dancing
Convenor / Elspeth 0416150150Venue / Presbyterian Church Hall
Time / 4 to 6 pm
Commencing / 30 January weekly
Learn the traditional and modern dances of Scotland. Have fun, exercise your body and mind, without realizing it! Wear soft flat shoes. $5 (max) per week for hall hire.
WEDNESDAY
Egyptian Raqs Sharqi
Convenor / Lyndell 0487440170Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 9:00 am -10:30 am
Commencing31 January weekly
Egyptian Dance in all its forms
Philosophy
Convenor / Henry 0434186486Venue / Cherry Street Sports Club
Time / 10:15-11:30
Commencing / 28 January weekly
Various topics which need to be prepared somewhat at home before class. In term 1, 2018, we will begin by examining controversial ethical issues such as animal rights, rights of the foetus, human rights, the role of ethical committees in business management, medical science and education, human clinical trials and genetic engineering. We will examine the conflict between ethics and experience and discuss whether human ethical/moral reasoning may be at odds with many logical philosophical theories.
Weights for Women Advanced
Convenor / Glenda 0415712536Trish 0423062756
Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 11:15am-12:30 pm
Commencing / 31 January weekly
Advanced class
Exploring Books
Convenor / Barbara 66815893Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 10:30-12
Commencing / 7 Feb monthly (First Wednesday of month)
Each month we explore a different topic. You can choose fiction or non-fiction books related to each topic.
French Transition
Convenor / Michele 66283322Venue / Tutor's home
Time / 10-12 noon
Commencing / 31 January weekly
For people with some knowledge of French this class is a relaxed way
to learn more about the French language and culture. Students should bring a notebook and pen.
Creative Writing
Convenor / Ann 66816612Mandy 66287263
Venue / TBA
Time / 12:30 – 2:00 pm
Commencing / 31 January then alternate Wednesdays
A small friendly group who write for pleasure, sharing, support, encouragement and constructive critique. A different topic/assignment is set each fortnight
Solo Cards
Convenor / Raine 66860946Venue / Tutor’s Home
Time / 1-4pm
Commencing / 31 January weekly
Social afternoon playing Solo. Solo Whist – commonly called Solo is a fast-moving card game played as an individual or a partnership game depending on each dealt hand. Experienced players or new players wishing to learn very welcome.
Computers and Technology
Convenor / Terry 66287982Graeme Eggins, Heather Munro and others
Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / By arrangement
Commencing / As advised by Tutor
Classes will provide individual tuition to assist students to learn on their own computer, tablet, mobile phone, ereader, camera or other device the necessary skills to enable each student to use their device effectively in the student’s area of interest. Each tuition session will be for one (1) hour. The classes will focus on what you need to know to achieve your desired outcomes. The teaching will relate to the skill level of each student. Computer and Tablet tuition is available for Microsoft (Windows), Apple/MAC. Chrome OS and Android platforms. The number of tuition lessons available for each student will be determined by the Tutor depending on the needs of the individual student and the number of students requiring tuition. Beginner students typically have 3 or 4 lessons.
THURSDAY
Tai Chi-Quigong - Beginners
Convenor / Faye 66866585Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 9.00-10:00 Term 1 only
Commencing / 1 February weekly
Introduction to the movements of gentle Tai Chi Qigong. Become aware of posture, stancem breathing and Co-ordination
Tai Chi-Quigong - Regulars
Convenor / Faye 66866585Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 10-11:15am
Commencing / 1 Februaryweekly
Gentle movements of Tai Chi Qigong including various stretching exercises and Tai Chi walks
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The self-directed Investor Discussion Group
Convenor / Richard 0418356527Venue / Fripp Oval,
Time / 3 pm to 4:30 pm
Commencing / 1 February weekly Terms 1 & 2 only
A lightly structured discussion between members who are now, or may soon be, self-directed investors. The focus will be on all aspects of investment in ASX equities and ETFs and portfolio management. It is expected that learning will occur and insight accumulated throughout the year, so that participation from early in the year will be desirable. To facilitate communication between meetings, students must have an e-mail account. No financial advice will be given or received during meeting of the Discussion Group
Combined Craft Group
Convenor / Sue 0400800528Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 1.00-3.00pm
Commencing / 1 February weekly
Knitting, crochet & general crafts, including bed work, decoupage, embroidery. The class will decide what craft & projects they wish to pursue
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Fabric Art and Mixed Media
Convenor / Marie 6863470Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 1.30-4 pm
Commencing / 15 February (3rd & 4th Thurs of month)
Investigating products that can help us to achieve our creative ideas. Working on class projects to develop skills knowledge & understanding of design
Lawn Bowls
Convenor / Brian 66867180Venue / Ballina RSL Bowls Club
Time / 3.30 to 4.30 6 weeks
Commencing / 1 February
Learn to play Lawn Bowls, or have social games after initial learning. Bowls will be supplied
FRIDAY
Walking
Convenor / Kim & Geoff 0418254624 or 66847654Venue / As per walking sheet
Time / 8.30 – 11:00 am terms 1 & 4
9 am – 11:30 terms 2 & 3
Commencing / 2 February – weekly
Social walking group. Average walks around 6 to 8 kms taking 1.5 to 2 hours walking time. Walks along streets, reserves, beaches, national parks, creeks, river banks etc in Ballina, Lennox Head, ByronBay, SuffolkPark, Brunswick Heads and Evans Head.
U3A Ballina/Byron Photography Group
Convenor / Kim 0406375139Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 9.00-11 am
Commencing / 2 March 1st Friday of the month
A group of photography enthusiasts of all skill levels to participate in photography outings at designated locations within the Ballina Shire, on the 1st Friday of each month
Photography – Introduction to
Convenor / Terry 66287982Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 9.00-11 am
Commencing / 2 February
This class is targeted at beginners and novice level photographers but more experienced photographers may also benefit by attending. It is envisaged that this class will initially run for about 20 weeks and will be reviewed after that time. There may be some breaks in the classes due to the tutor/s availability and tutor/s travelling at times throughout the year.
Fundamental Tap
Convenor / Deane 0407219308Venue / Ballina Sailing & Rowing Club
Time / 9:30 – 10:45 am
10:45 – 11:30 am Beginners
Commencing / 2 February weekly
Our class is called "fundamental Tap" with the emphasis on fun. We start with warm up exercises and basic tap steps leading to dance routines. Learning a new dance each term as well as keeping up with past routines.
Jewellery & Beading
Convenor / Joan 66282783Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 10.30am-12.30pm
Commencing / 2 Feb 1st, 2nd & 4th Fridays of month
Bead weaving techniques & bead embroidery. Redesigning & repairing jewellery. Stringing techniques
Canasta/Samba
Convenor / Shirley 0428623341Venue / Fripp Oval
Time / 12.30-4pm
Commencing / 2 February weekly
Canasta and Samba for experienced player