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Adult Classes & Workshops

Gyrokinesis ® - Adult Fitness

$170

with Earlene Hopkins

Calendar Jan 29, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 12 weeks

Adult, 18 +

Gyrokinesis® is an exercise system that moves the body through all three dimensions.  With the use of breath, students build coordination and flexibility to create a global sense of well-being.  Movements focus on the plasticity and the support of the spine to help the overall function of the muscles and organs.  Gyrokinesis® can be both dynamic and relaxing.  Each class of Gyrokinesis® will leave you feeling light and better aligned.

Students need to come to class with comfortable clothing and a yoga mat.  Gyrokinesis® is performed barefoot or in sock feet.

5:30 - 6:30 pm, Wednesdays, January 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19, April 2, 9, 16, 30, May 7. No class March 26 or April 23.

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Acoustic Guitar - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - All Ages - 60 Min.
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Acoustic Guitar - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - All Ages - 60 Min.

$232

with Jonathan Edens

Calendar Feb 2, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

All Ages

These 60-minute private lessons are for individuals of all skill levels who are looking for an easy-going, fun environment. Students will learn basic terminology and foundational aspects of playing chords and melodies on guitar. Class is less theory and more practical application but can also be adapted to the needs and wants of each student. Students will need to supply their own guitar, strings, and picks.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month.  Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

Weeks of February 3, 10, 17, 24.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Celtic/Old-Time Fiddle  - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - All Ages - 60 Min.
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Celtic/Old-Time Fiddle - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - All Ages - 60 Min.

$232

with Rheva Myhre

Calendar Feb 2, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

All Ages

These 60-minute private lessons are for individuals of any skill level who are looking to learn, build upon, or get reacquainted with the basics of old time, Scottish, or Irish fiddle music. We will also explore more advanced techniques as we work through tunes tailored to everyone’s needs.

Students will need to bring their own fiddle, bow, and rosin. A folder, pencil, and recording device are recommended as well.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month.

Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or makeup for missed lessons.

Weeks of February 3, 10, 17, 24.

Schedule your class between 8am-5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Vocal Lessons - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - All Ages - 60 Min.
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Vocal Lessons - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - All Ages - 60 Min.

$232

with Jonathan Edens

Calendar Feb 2, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

All Ages

These 60-minute private vocal lessons are for individuals of all skill levels who are looking for an easy-going, fun environment. 

Students will learn to sing with confidence. Students will learn proper vocal techniques. There will be a focus on the four basic principles of singing: breath support, relaxed vocal cords, diction, and ear training.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month. Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

Weeks of February 3, 10, 17, 24.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

         Mountain Dulcimer - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - All Ages - 60 Min.
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Mountain Dulcimer - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - All Ages - 60 Min.

$232

with Roxanne McDaniel

Calendar Feb 3, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

All Ages

These 60-minute private lessons are for individuals of all skill levels who are looking to learn the dulcimer or expand upon what they already know. Students will learn the basics of the dulcimer, as well as more advanced techniques tailored to everyone's needs. The material covered will explore playing melodies and chords, using different tunings, and techniques to further develop playing.

Students will need to supply their own dulcimer, strings, and picks.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month. 

Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

Weeks of February 3, 1, 17, 24.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Mountain Dulcimer - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - Kids & Teens - 30 Min.
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Mountain Dulcimer - Private Lessons - FEBRUARY - Kids & Teens - 30 Min.

$122

with Roxanne McDaniel

Calendar Feb 3, 2025 , runs for 4 weeks

Ages 7 - 17

These 30-minute private lessons are for individuals of all skill levels who are looking to learn the dulcimer or expand upon what they already know. Students will learn the basics of the dulcimer, as well as more advanced techniques tailored to everyone's needs. The material covered will explore playing melodies and chords, using different tunings, and techniques to further develop playing.

Students will need to supply their own dulcimer, strings, and picks.

Four classes, one per week. Sessions will re-start every 4 weeks. You may register for additional sessions at your leisure.

Once you register for the class, you will receive an email or phone call to schedule your day and time for lessons. Four lessons/dates will be scheduled in this series. Lessons will restart each month. 

Go ahead and register for future months if you wish. There are no refunds or make-up for missed lessons.  

Weeks of February 3, 10, 17, 24.

Schedule your class between 8am - 5pm M-F and receive a discount.  Call the McKinney Center for the discount promo code before registering.

Clay - Beginning Hand Building, Function and Texture

$184

with Jess Parks

Calendar Feb 3, 2025 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

Adult

Hand building with pottery is another way of working with clay. The basic techniques are easier to learn and the range of forms you can produce is much broader. If you are interested in clay, but are not sure the wheel is for you, consider hand building and begin creating wonderful functional pieces of artwork on your very first day. This class will give you the opportunity to create unique projects each week. Students will focus on the vocabulary of clay, slab construction, pinch pots, surface texture, clay impression, and more. For students who are looking for a place to express their creativity, hand building may be the experience for you. 

Noon - 2:30 pm - Mondays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10.

Full Course

Adventures in Drawing: Exploring Basic Drawing Tools and Techniques

$238

with Sharon Squibb

Calendar Feb 3, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Grades 9 - ADULT

This class explores basic drawing techniques using a wide variety of interesting drawing media. Students will learn how to use graphite pencils, colored pencils, oil pastels, chalk pastels, charcoal, scratch art, and pen & ink to make drawings. The instructor will provide step-by-step instructions with demonstrations of each new technique and drawing tool/media. Students will learn how to use line, shading, color, texture, and much more to create artworks of numerous, easy-to-draw subjects. Materials are provided.

5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Mondays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, April 7.

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