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Convinced that you have two-left feet and that dancing is not meant for you ? It doesn ’ t take much : a couple of fun turns , a fancy walk to show off your partner and easy tricks to maneuver around the dance floor . Sample a variety of dance styles and gain the confidence to dance the night away . Wear hard-soled shoes . Couples only please .
w Nov 4 | 7-9 pm | 1 Session | Fee : $ 49 F | Oak View MS | AL077-2C59-F1 | Mohn
Experience wedding dance favorites including waltz , swing and slow dance . It doesn ’ t matter if you are a beginner or want to brush up on your steps for an upcoming wedding , this class is for everyone . Wedding couples , family and friends are most welcome to join us . Instructor Carol Brecht-Wiles has been making dance fun for over 20 years . Please wear closed-toe shoes without rubber soles . Couples only please .
w Oct 7 | 7-9 pm | 1 Session | Fee : $ 55 F | Oak View MS | AL077-2C60-F1 | Brecht-Wiles
PHOTOGRAPHY
Do you want to become a better photographer ? Instructor John Pennoyer has over 20 years experience and will teach you how to get the best photos with your camera . Classroom sessions focus on basic features and uses for your particular camera . The last session ends with you putting your instruction to use , taking photos at a local nature center . Bring your DSLR camera , mirrorless ( those with interchangeable lenses ) or high-end fixedlens camera and owners manual .
w Oct 27-Nov 5 | Varies | 3 Sessions | Fee : $ 59 Th , Sa | Varies | AL077-2C51-F1 | Pennoyer
and Bird Photography
Fall is a great time to photograph birds as they congregate on wetlands , brush prairies and forests . Join instructor John Pennoyer in a classroom setting and off-site . Learn about camera setup for fast action photography , general bird photography and use of blinds ! Last class meets off-site for a field shoot during the peak of the sandhill cranes migration where you will capture images of birds as they land , take-off and fly overhead ! See website for what to bring , class meeting dates and locations .
w Oct 20-Oct 22 | Varies | 2 Sessions | Fee : $ 59 Th , Sa | Varies | AL077-2C52-F1 | Pennoyer
Studio lighting often separates professional photos from amateur ones . Get a taste of why , when and how photographers use this technique . Please bring your digital SLR camera and manual to class . Classes are designed for students who have cameras with interchangeable lenses .
w Sep 24 | 10 am-1 pm | 1 Session | Fee : $ 55 Sa | Northdale MS | AL077-2C53-F1 | Mutterer
RECREATION
Do not let the cooler weather hamper your exercise program . Continue your walking regime this fall using a set route through the halls of Oak View Middle School . You can come to as many or as few sessions as you like per week ( Monday-Thursday ). Bring water and clean , dry tennis shoes . See website for class meeting dates .
w Sep 12-Dec 15 | 6-8 pm | 50 Sessions | Fee : $ 45 M / T / W / Th | Oak View MS | AL077-2X10-F1
Learn the fundamentals of swinging , chipping and putting . Instructed by a golf course pro . Bring clubs each session if you have them . Please specify if you will need clubs at time of registration and whether you need right or left handed clubs . Class held at Rum River Hills Golf Club in Ramsey . Range fee is included .
w Sep 7-Sep 28 | 5:30-6:30 pm | 4 Sessions | Fee : $ 89 W | Off-Site | AL077-2C90-F1 | Rum River Hills Golf Course
w Sep 8-Sep 29 | 5:30-6:30 pm | 4 Sessions | Fee : $ 89 Th | Off-Site | AL077-2C90-F2 | Rum River Hills Golf Course