Classes & Activities - Dawson County, Georgia

This beginning theater class will take the students through the entire performance process from auditions to a final performance! The students will be taking on a favorite fairytale and discovering the world of voice, body movement, character development and having fun while doing it!

Ages: 6-10
Saturdays: February thru March
Time 12:00-1:00PM

Acting Studio 1

This acting focused class is for the student with prior theater experience. The students will focus on character development, improvisation techniques, voice and body movement and scene study. There will also be a study into what makes a successful audition! The students will perform their scenes and monologues at the final showcase.

Ages 11-18
Saturdays: February thru March
Time 1:30-2:30PM

Staged Reading

This class for adults will be acting intensive through discovering different methods to acting, character study, script analysis and voice and body development. The class will get to work with a text and do a final performance of the staged reading.

Ages: 18+
Saturdays: February thru March
Time: 3:00-4:00PM

Stage Production of High School Musical Junior: April

Please contact the Dawson County Arts Council at 706-216-2787 or visit www.dawsonarts.org for additional information.

2010 Art Workshops of the Month:

These workshops feature our artist and exhibits at the Gallery: Each workshop is taught by our visiting artist for the month.

January 5-30: Georgia Artist with Disabilities Exhibition/ Special needs high school exhibit
February 2- February 27: Julian Photo Exhibit
- Reception: February 6 2:00-4:00PM
February 21: Curators Talk
March 2-13: Dawson County Senior Center Art Show
- Reception: March 6 2:00-4:00PM
March15- April 9: Dawson Kids Art Shows; Dawson County Schools/GalleryTBA
- Receptions to be announced by teachers
April 10-May 29: Georgia Watercolor Society Show
- Reception: April 17, 2009 2-4pm
June 4-26: Heart in Hand Quilt Show
- Reception: June 5 2:00-4:00PM
July 2-31: Sawnee Artists Association
- Reception: July 10 2:00-4:00PM
August 3-28: Blackberry Creek artist
- Reception: August 7 2:00-4:00PM
September 3-October 2: TBA
- Reception: September 11, 2:00-4:00PM
October 8-November 8: Juried Photography Show
- Reception: Sunday October 9 2:00-4:00PM
November 12-December 18: “Good ‘Ol Southern Boys” Folk Art Show
- Reception: November 13 2:00-4:00PM

Dates are tentative and subject to change.

Please contact the Dawson County Arts Council at 706-216-2787 or visit www.dawsonarts.org for additional information.

Balance

ALL participants MUST complete a medical history form prior to participating. Forms are available on location at first day of class, as well as, at Rock Creek main office.

Balance is a fitness class that will challenge you no matter what your fitness level. This high energy, full-body workout is a great alternative to the gym setting! We will use the landscape at Veteran's Memorial Park, our body weight and/or resistance bands to achieve a full-body workout as we enjoy the outdoors!

Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:30PM - 6:30PM (class time is subject to change seasonally)
4 weeks
September 7 - October 14, 2010
$60 (full session)
$15 drop-in

Please register by September 6. Drop-in participants must notify Tonya prior to attending class.

Minimum: 8 participants / Maximum: 25 participants
If the minimum requirement is not met the class will be subject to cancellation.

Please pre-register through Attainable Fitness
Call Tonya Jones at 706-429-7583
Email: tijones@windstream.net

All classes will be outdoors at Veterans, weather permitting. During inclement weather, classes will be held inside gym.

Ballroom Dance

Instructional Classes

Monday 6:30PM - 7:30PM (6 weeks)
Dates, times, and class openings are subject to change---please check back or call for updates
$50 per session per couple
Ages 16+
Each session offers different dances, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Foxtrot
- Waltz
- Cha Cha
- Swing

Call Ruthanne Lawrence at 706-216-2284 regarding information and registration.

All classes are at Rock Creek Sports Complex

Private Lessons

Beginners thru Advanced
By appointment only
Singles and coupls welcome
$40 per hour

Contact Greg Lawrence at 706-216-2284 or 678-410-2416 regarding information and scheduling.

For more information, please contact the following: Greg Lawrence at (706) 344-3646 or glawrence@dawsoncounty.org Ruthanne Lawrence at (678) 410-2393

Baton & Dance

The Diamondettes Baton & Dance program teaches baton twirling, dance, and pageant coaching. Classes are open for students of all ages and ranges of ability.

"Diamondettes" provides a fun and motivating environment for children, helping to challenge and encourage each to do their best. These programs are designed to meet the important need of physical activity and fun!

Please visit the Diamondettes Baton & Dance website for details on class dates, fees, policies, and registration.

Contact: Dadrienne Belisle
Phone: (706) 201-6070
Email: day83@aol.com
Website: www.diamondettes-baton.com

Boot Camp

ALL participants MUST complete a medical history form prior to participating. Forms are available on location at first day of class, as well as, at Rock Creek main office.

Tuesdays & Thursdays
7:00PM - 8:00PM (class time is subject to change seasonally)
6 weeks
New sessions beginning January 2010
Dates, times, and class openings are subject to change---please check back or call for updates
$60 per person per session
$10 per class date (drop-in)
Ages 16+

Please pre-register with Tiffany Bryson at 678-283-8878 or faithfullyfitpt@msn.com regarding information and registration.

All classes will be outdoors at Rock Creek, weather permitting. During inclement weather and upon availability, classes will be held inside Rec. Center.

Cardio Kick Boxing

ALL participants MUST complete a medical history form prior to participating. Forms are available on location at first day of class, as well as, at Rock Creek main office.

Mondays & Wednesdays
4:30PM - 5:30PM
6 weeks
New sessions beginning January 2010
Dates, times, and class openings are subject to change---please check back or call for updates
$60 per person per session
$10 per class date (drop-in)
Ages 16+

Please pre-register with Tiffany Bryson at 678-283-8878 or faithfullyfitpt@msn.com regarding information and registration.

All classes are at Rock Creek Sports Complex

Motorcycle Riding Classes

Classes beginning January 2010
Schedule by appointment only
Minors must be accompanied by parent/guardian
Ages 65+ must have letter from doctor
Currently offering:
- Introduction to Motorcycle Riding (SB 101)
- Introduction to Scooter Riding (SB 102)
- Introduction to Motorcycle/Scooter Riding & Street Skills (SB 111)
- Intermediate Rider Skills (SB 201)

Please visit www.jkminc.com for more information, registration, required waivers, fees, and other details.
Contact Atlanta Motorcycle Schools: Ken Murray 678-777-3611 or ken@jkminc.com

Swim Lessons

Monday-Friday
Evening (5:15-6:15PM) sessions available
1-week sessions
Ages 2-14
Pre-registration is required
Registration deadline: May 28, 2010
Fee: $55.00 per week
- $30 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration
2010 Session Dates:
1. May 31 - June 4, 2010
2. June 7 - 11, 2010
3. June 14 - 18, 2010
4. June 21 - 25, 2010
5. June 28 - July 2, 2010 Registration & information: Rodney & Heather Moore 678-455-9981
  All classes are at Veterans Memorial Park pool.

Water Aerobics

ALL participants MUST complete a medical history form prior to participating. Forms are available on location at first day of class, as well as, at Rock Creek main office.

Evening Sessions

Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:30-7:30PM
6 weeks
$60 per person per session
$15 per drop-in (please "pre-register" with Park Staff or Water Aerobics Instructor by calling or emailing ahead of time so that the proper documentation can be filed for drop-in participants)
Session registration and start dates may be found on the Recreation Calendar
Classes not reaching the required minimum participation level of 8 persons per class by the last day of the designated registration periods will be canceled. Full refunds will be given for canceled classes.
Adults only
Due to pool availability limitations, evening classes canceled due to inclement weather will be made up Monday evenings.

For more details or information on class description, please contact Tonya Jones, water aerobics instructor, at:
706-429-7583
tijones@windstream.net
www.attainablefitness.net

All classes are at Veterans Memorial Park Pool

Weight Room

Located at Rock Creek Sports Complex
$25 per 6-month term
Membership covers up to 5 members per household
No child under 16 years old permitted without parental supervision
Register at Rock Creek Sports Complex Monday through Friday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Facility offers the following:
- 2 treadmills
- 1 elliptical
- 1 recumbent bike
- 3 weight machines (2-arms; 1-legs)