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i Chi is the aquatic equivalent to land based Tai Chi. It is a water based

total body strengthening and relaxation progression that is beneficial to im

prove movem

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breathing techniques.

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Core Wellness consist of specific exercises w

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traditional Pilates with the input of health professions and evidenced

based research into a rehabilitation tool for injury m

anagement and

functional enhancement. Clinical Pilates focuses on training the body’s

deep postural muscles and is suited to a variety of populations aim

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usculoskeletal injury.

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Thursday from 9.15am

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here: Ballan Com

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Per session $5.00

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strength, endurance and flexibility exercises that aims to prevent the

onset or progression of cardiopulmonary and m

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nasium is supervised by fitness professionals and

overseen by an Accredited Exercise Physiologist. The facility is suited to

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ish to comm

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ellbeing of the general public. The centre attracts those of all

ages with various goals and fitness levels.

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166 Inglis Street, Ballan Cost:

Monthly N

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$15.00

Beat It

Beat It is a tailored physical activity program for people at risk or living

with chronic conditions. The session involves a com

bination of

cardiovascular, strength, balance and flexibility exercises best suited to those w

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etabolic or mental health

conditions. This group is run twice per w

eek and requires a referral from

your doctor and possibly an individualised assessm

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Exercise Physiologist at Ballan D

istrict Health and Care prior to

comm

encement.

When:

Monday and Thursday from

10.30am

Where:

Ballan Comm

unity Health, Prim

ary Care Activities Room

Cost: Per session

$5.00

Certain Private H

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Foundation that m

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alks together for 45-60 minutes at

a light to moderate intensity.

When:

Wednesday from

9.00am

Where:

Opportunity on Inglis, 159 Inglis Street Ballan VIC 3342

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hich are performed in the hydrotherapy pool.

When:

Monday from

7.00pm &

Wednesday from

10.30am

Where:

Ballan Comm

unity Health, H

ydrotherapy Pool Cost:

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This program presents the acti

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Ballan & D

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TERM 1 30 Jan – 31 Mar

Classes marked with are supported by Adult Community & Further Education – Learn Local

Course fees are inclusive of GST Except those markedLearn Local

Introduction to Water Colours

CONTACT: SYLVIA O’BRIEN STARTS: Tue 7th Feb – 28th Mar TIME: 11.00am – 1.00pm SESSIONS: 8, weekly COST: $70 Beginners Welcome. Bring your own water colour materials.

Calligraphy

TUTOR: STEPHEN WRIGHT STARTS: Wed 1st Feb – 22nd Mar TIME: 1.30 – 3.30pm SESSIONS: 8, weekly COST: $126 Continue an ancient craft and personalise your messages with beautiful scripts. Contact the office for equipment & materials’ list. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 6 to proceed

Drawing & Painting for Kids

TUTOR: LYN PLUMMER STARTS: Thu 16th Feb – 23rdMar TIME: 4.00 – 5.00pm SESSIONS: 6, weekly COST: $75 - Book early An informative drawing class for children aged 8 to 13 years. Contact the office for equipment & materials’ list. CLASS SIZE: Maximum 8 per class

Serious Photography

TUTOR: MICK DAVSON STARTS: Sat 18th Feb – 25th Mar (4th Mar – Field work) TIME: 9.00am – 12 Noon SESSIONS: 6 weekly COST: $170 Take your camera off Auto to help unlock its potential. Explore the capability of your digital SLR. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 7 to proceed

Sewing Drop-In Group

TUTOR: LYN ERWIN

MEETS: 1st, 3rd & 5th Mon of month during Term

STARTS: Mon 30th Jan TIME: 10.00am – 3.00pm SESSIONS: 30th Jan, 6th & 20th Feb, 6th &

20th Mar COST: $2.20 per hour per person

Life Drawing Club

STARTS: Tue 31st Jan – 28th Mar TIME: 7.30 – 9.30pm SESSIONS: 9, weekly COST: $140 Observe, interpret & sketch the human form CLASS SIZE: Minimum 7 to proceed

Beginners Embroidery

FACILITATOR: MARGARET HEALEY

STARTS: Tue 7th Feb – 21st Mar TIME: 7.00 – 9.30pm SESSIONS: 7, weekly COST: $40 Those interested in the ancient art of embroidery, come and have a try and explore its many forms. Materials & Equipment discussed on the first night.

“Garden Quilts”

CONTACT: LYN ERWIN

STARTS: Mon 27th Mar TIME: 10.00am – 3.00pm SESSIONS: Single Session COST: $30 Choose from 3 different quilts where you can feature one fabulous floral, use a few, or use lots of different florals

Patchwork Practice Group

MEETS: 1st & 3rd Thu of the month STARTS: Thu 2nd Feb TIME: 12.30 – 3.00pm SESSIONS: 2nd Feb, 16th Feb, 2nd Mar & 16th Mar COST: $2.20 per hour per person Want to learn to quilt or just do it for fun. Bring your project and please drop into this friendly group for an enjoyable afternoon.

Homework HELP

TUTOR: DI JOHNSON STARTS: Thu 16th Feb – 23nd Mar TIME: 4:30pm – 5.30pm SESSIONS: 6, weekly COST: $60 Are you between the ages of 11 and 13 and would like some extra help with Maths and English? What about homework, or planning a timetable for study and projects? Then come and see us after school. We can help you, and you can have fun while we do it. Sessions are conducted by a qualified Primary School Teacher who is also qualified and registered as a TAFE Tutor CLASS SIZE: Minimum 6 to proceed Maximum 8

Senior Friendly Seminars

FACILITATOR: A RANGE OF EXPERTS IN EACH FIELD MEETS: Mon STARTS: TBA – Refer to flyers when

published TIME: 12.30pm – 1.30pm SESSIONS: Fortnightly NO SESSION, LABOUR DAY 13TH MAR COST: $3 each session A range of seminars available to all comers; will take place fortnightly on subjects such as using computers, senior’s rights and other topics. Suggestions for topics are welcome.

Lego – Creative Play

TUTOR: SUE O’DWYER STARTS: Wed 8th Feb – 29th Mar TIME: 4pm – 5pm SESSIONS: 8, Weekly COSTS: $64 A chance for children from 6 to 9 years to play, be creative and be challenged while building with Lego, in a supportive and co-operative environment with a qualified Primary Teacher. Lego sets supplied. CLASS SIZE: Maximum 8

PLEASE NOTE:

IT HELP is available most Thursdays 11am – 12 noon during Community House terms.

Minors using the computer Lab must be accompanied by a responsible adult for the duration of each session.

Volunteer Office Skills Training

STARTS: By arrangement TIME: Wed - 4 hours per week

SESSIONS: 10, weekly

COST: FREE - Arranged through written application with

CV and interview. - To be eligible basic knowledge & skills in

computing (including Microsoft Office programs) is essential.

- Tuition covers: Office & reception skills, filing, enrolment & attendance data entry.

- Possibility of enrolment in a computer course at a reduced price (if places available)

CLASS SIZE: 1 per term – when offered

MS Office Suite – Excel

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR TERM 2

TUTOR: ALLYSON WATTS

STARTS: Tue, TBA TIME: 9.30 am - 12 pm SESSIONS: 8, weekly COST: $80 ($55 conc.) Learn to harness Excel’s power, using charts, formulas, layouts & more CLASS SIZE: Minimum 5 to proceed Maximum 8

Computers for Beginners

TUTOR: ALLYSON WATTS

STARTS: Tue 7th Feb – 28th Mar TIME: 12.30pm – 3.00pm SESSIONS: 8, weekly COST: $80 ($55 conc.) Learn how to use a computer and some of the add-ons that come with it, like a keyboard, a mouse and a printer. Practice setting up a desktop and using work files, as well as looking at Social Media, the Internet and Facebook CLASS SIZE: Minimum 5 to proceed Maximum 8

Note:

Denotes ACFE Learn Local course

Astronomy

TUTOR: ROBERT HOLMES STARTS: Tues 21st Feb – 14th Mar TIME: 7.00 – 9.00pm SESSIONS: 4, weekly COST: $140 Introduction to Astronomy; solar system formation, stars and the Milky Way, black holes and the big bang. Includes dark sky observing at the Talbot Observatory. Includes course Material. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 8 to proceed Age 12 and above

Guided Meditation

TUTOR: LETICIA DORNELLES STARTS: Thu 2nd Feb – 30th Mar TIME: 6.20pm– 6.50pm SESSIONS: 9, weekly COST: $66 Meditation is a valuable tool in this demanding and very stressful time. This class invites you to dive into the diverse myriad of meditation techniques to experience the benefits to body and mind. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 6 to proceed

The Chakra Journey

TUTOR: LETICIA DORNELLES

STARTS: Mon 30th Jan – 27th Mar TIME: 7.00pm – 8.00pm SESSIONS: 8, weekly NO CLASS LABOR DAY 13TH MARCH COST: $85 Understanding the Chakra System and learning different tools for balance, connection and transformation. Each term will focus on one Chakra. Leticia Dornelles is well qualified to teach this knowledge. She has studied at high levels in these disciplines in Brasil and India. She has been awarded a Nada Yoga Diploma (Sound and Ethereal Bodies Studies) from Puscar School/ Rajastan-India. And she has specialised studies in the following. Reiki Levels 1,2: Flores da Vida Centre/ Porto Alegre, Brasil. Master Level - Sri Mandiram School/ Varanasi- India Shiatsu & Reflexologia: Petropolis School/ Porto Alegre Psychosomatic Studies: Valle do Ser School - Novo Humburgo /Brasil CLASS SIZE: Minimum 8 to proceed

Chinese Health Exercises

TUTOR: PATRICIA KENT

STARTS: Tue 7th Feb – 28th Mar TIME: 9.00 – 10.00am SESSIONS: 8, weekly COST: $104 Cultivate personal energy to promote healing powers & sense of well-being. Gentle exercises & meditation for all levels. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 7 to proceed

Tai Chi – Beginners

TUTOR: PATRICK BONELLO STARTS: Thu 9th Feb – 6th Apr TIME: 6.30 - 7.30pm SESSIONS: 9, weekly COST: $116 Never attempted Tai Chi before – come along and learn the basics Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art of slow meditative physical exercise designed for relaxation, balance and health CLASS SIZE: Minimum 7 to proceed

Tai Chi – Advanced

TUTOR: PATRICK BONELLO STARTS: Thu 9th Feb – 6th Apr TIME: 7.00 – 8.00pm SESSIONS: 9, weekly COST: $116 Minimum knowledge required – Yang 24 Form CLASS SIZE: Minimum 7 to proceed

Yoga - Morning

TUTOR: LETICIA DORNELLES STARTS: Mon 6th Feb - 27th Mar TIME: 9.15am – 10.15am SESSIONS: 7, weekly NO CLASS LABOR DAY 13TH MARCH COST: $78 Unwind, become aware of the mind-body connection while increasing your flexibility, balance and serenity. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 9 to proceed

Yoga - Evening

TUTOR: LETICIA DORNELLES STARTS: Thu 2nd Feb – 30th Mar TIME: 7.00 – 8.00pm SESSIONS: 9, weekly COST: $100 Unwind, become aware of the mind-body connection while increasing your flexibility, balance and serenity. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 8 to proceed

Australian Hearing

STARTS: Mon 6th March TIME: 10.00am – 1.00pm SESSION: Single session COST: FREE BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL:

Only fifteen minutes to check your hearing.

CPR -Refresher (HLTAID001)

STARTS: Fri 17th Mar TIME: 9.00am – 11.15am (CPR) SESSIONS: Single Session COST: $60 CPR refresher only EARLY BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL:

Nationally recognised training. CPR Refresher is required every 12 months. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 8 to proceed

First Aid Level 2 (HLTAID003)

STARTS: Fri 17th Mar TIME: 9.00am – 3:00pm (Level 2) SESSIONS: Single Session COST: $150 EARLY BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL:

Nationally recognised training. Learn the keys to sustaining life and coping in emergencies. CLASS SIZE: Minimum 8 to proceed

Men’s Group

MEETS: Mon TIME: 9.00am – 2.00pm SESSIONS: Weekly (Jan – Dec) COST: $2.00 Join this enthusiastic & active group. For those looking to find fitness and fun the session starts off with a Men’s Exercise Group: 9.15-9.45am and then on to its meeting at 10am followed by lunch. All fellas welcome!

Men’s Shed

MEETS: Wed TIME: 9.00am – 2.00pm SESSIONS: Weekly (Dec – Jan) COST: $2.00 Many projects are undertaken for fun & fundraising towards the fit-out and machinery for the New Shed. Currently the focus is on carpentry and comradeship.

Community Shed

NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC IN TERM 1

MEETS: Thu STARTS: 2nd Feb – 30th Mar TIME: 9.00am – 12noon SESSIONS: Weekly (during term) COST: $5.00: House Members $7.50: Non-Members Plus, materials When the New Shed is completed the public is welcome to enrol to learn a selection of do-it-yourself woodwork skills from the experienced supervisors who volunteer at the Men’s Shed. We will notify the public when the Men have completed the installations

Laughter Yoga Group

TUTOR: SUSAN WATSON STARTS: Wed 1st Feb – 29th Mar TIME: 6.30pm – 8.00pm SESSION: 9, Weekly COST: $5 donation Laughter yoga exercises are beneficial for our wellbeing, more laughter equals more oxygen in our bodies and that mean better health. A Ballan & District Community House auspice project

Book Club Discussion

MEETS: 4th Mon of the month STARTS: 30th Jan – 27th Nov TIME: 7.00pm – 9.00pm SESSIONS: Monthly COST: $47 per year, includes $14

Library book fee Contact Community House office for more information and reading list.

Computer Games Group

CONTACT: DI JOHNSON

STARTS: Tue 31st Jan TIME: 10am – 12pm SESSIONS: Weekly COST: Members: $2.50 / hour Non-Members: $5.00 / hour Are you interested in joining a group that enjoys learning to use the computer for games that develop and test the mind? Try, for instance, Sudoku, Cross-words, Card games, Scrabble and Chess. CLASS SIZE: Maximum 8

Ballan Mothers Group

MEETS: Wed (During Term) STARTS: 1st Feb – 29th Mar TIME: 10.30am – 12.30pm SESSIONS: Weekly

Lego Group

FACILITATOR: LORINDA PENN

STARTS: Wed 15th Feb – 15th Mar TIME: 7pm – 8pm SESSIONS: 3rd Wed of the month COST: $9 Families of 4 $5 Adults A group for lovers of Lego both young & old. Family orientated gatherings for parents & children. Share in the enthusiasm for Lego with other devotees, whether from long ago or recent A Ballan & District Community House auspice project

Model Railway Group

CONTACT: BDCH FOR INFORMATION

MEETS: 3rd Fri of the month

TIME: 7.30 pm SESSIONS: Monthly Indulge your love of the iron horse! Enquiries: ballanmrg@yahoo.com.au

Garden Group

MEETS: 2nd & 4th Fri of the month STARTS: 10th Feb – 24th Mar TIME: 10.00am – 12noon SESSIONS: Twice Monthly COST: Meetings at House $2.20 EXCURSIONS: 4th Fri – if fine weather COST: Car pool $5.00 We exchange and share plants with each other, discuss helpful hints about gardening. Occasional Excursions to Open Gardens and nurseries

Rotary Club of Ballan & District

MEETS: Every Thu TIME: 6.30 – 8 .00pm SESSIONS: Weekly (throughout the year)

Historical Society MEETS: Last Wed each month “The Court House” 45-47 Steiglitz Street TIME: 8.00 pm SESSIONS: Monthly

Please let us know if you have any suggestions or ideas for special interest groups, learning or creative endeavours that would be of interest to the public, or you wish to set up as a self-help group, to learn more about a subject.

Payment to secure a place is required 7 days before the start date. We regret that no refunds or discounts are offered for missed classes.

Contact the Community House just prior to the start date to confirm that the course is proceeding. Enrolments are non-transferable.

Ballan Autumn Festival

SUNDAY, 19TH MARCH - 2017

Award

Ballan & District Community House, winner of the inaugural Ballan & District Chamber of Commerce Community Award 2015. The House was chosen from 14 Not-For-Profit organizations in the category who had been nominated and agreed to go ahead with the application and the interviews.

Your Community Centre

The Committee of Management of the Ballan and District Community House is pleased to announce that it has been charged with the responsibility of managing the Mechanics’ Institute Reserve by the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning.

The collective so formed establishes a Community Centre which offers a variety of activities with the Senior Citizens Hall adjacent and the House’s new Men’s Shed. An open House was held on 3 December – ‘Welcome to Your Community Centre’ which celebrated the Building’s long association with learning, enjoyment and comradeship and its connection with the Service Groups of this Community.

The Community House acknowledges the generous support of the Ballan & District Chamber of Commerce for this event.

Your Community Centre wishes you a prosperous and healthy 2017

2017 term dates

TERM 1: Starts 30 Jan to 31 Mar

TERM 2: Starts 1 May to 30 Jun

TERM 3: Starts 24 Jul to 22 Sep

TERM 4: Starts 23 Oct to 22 Dec