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.

The cost is for four one-hour 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-ups for missed lessons.  

Weeks of August 5, 12, 19, 26.

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

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 technique. There will be a focus on the four basic principles of singing: breath support, relaxed vocal chords, diction, and ear training.

The cost is for four one-hour 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-ups for missed lessons.  

Weeks of August 5, 12, 19, 26.

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

Adult

In the class, students will learn different styles of drawing to build stronger skills and respond to the world around them in a creative way.  We will explore different drawing tools used as well.  This class is suitable for all skill levels and supplies will be provided.  

6:00 - 8:00 pm, Tuesdays,  August 20, 27, September 3, 10, 17.

Grades 9 - Adult

This class continues the study of watercolor techniques introduced in Fall Semester’s Intermediate level class. Students will also learn how to use additional illustration and paint media such as gouache, chalk pastel, pen and ink, watercolor pencils, collage, and other interesting media incorporated with watercolor. The class is open to all students who wish to experience water painting techniques. In-person instruction includes step-by-step projects designed to guide you through the painting process from start to finish. The course will offer a variety of special techniques and approaches to making paintings of different subjects. Students will work on paintings along with the instructor as she demonstrates the steps. Supplies are provided. 

5:30 - 7:00 pm, Mondays, August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28.

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. 

2:00 - 5:00 pm - Tuesdays, August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1.

Adults

This beginning level class is designed for those wishing to develop their own skills on the potter’s wheel. This class is designed to build students’ skills in the foundational elements of clay, glazes, and terminology. Every class will demonstrate a different wheel throwing exercise. 

There are only 6 spots in this class to ensure that each student has wheel access.  The registration fee covers all materials including clay, glazes, tools, and kiln firing time.

5:30 - 8:30 pm - Tuesdays, August 27, September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1.

Grades 9 - Adult

This is a class for students who would like to explore watercolor painting from home. Students will also learn how to use additional illustration media such as pastel, watercolor pencils, and pen and ink incorporated with watercolor. The class is open to all students who wish to experience water painting techniques. Zoom instruction includes step-by-step projects designed to guide you through the painting process from start to finish. The course will offer a variety of special techniques and approaches to making paintings of different subjects. Students will work on paintings along with the instructor as she demonstrates the steps. You will also receive emails with detailed information and examples so that you may practice further or complete a piece at home. Each session will also be recorded. Students will receive a supply list after they register.

Cost is $118 plus supplies.

5:00 - 6:30 pm, Wednesday, ONLINE, August 28, September 4, 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.

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 - 6:30pm, Wednesdays, August 28, September 4, 11, 18, 25, October 2, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, December 4.