Education Programme Spring 2012

The new Braid Arts Centre Education Programme will be available from Ballymena Tourist Information Centre in the new year. Registration opening TBC.

Iyengar Yoga Classes for Health, Fitness and Relaxation

Dates:  Monday 16th January- Monday 19th March 2012 (Intermediate Class- Suitable for students with 2 years' experience or more) / Tuesday 17th January-Tuesday 20th March 2012 (Beginners Class - Suitable for absolute beginners) / Wednesday 18th January- Wednesday 21st March 2012(Continuing Beginners- suitable for students with one years' experience)Times: 7.15-8.45pmCost: £45

Yoga stretching postures, breathing and relaxation techniques have been practiced for over 2000 years; building energy, flexibility, calmness, good health and well-being. The classes are suitable for men and women of all ages and abilities. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat.

Writing Workshop-cancelled

Dates: Wednesday 1st February-Wednesday 29th FebruaryTime: 7-9pmCost: £20.00Times: 7 - 9.00pmTutor: Hannah GibsonNumbers: 12

Beginning to write is often the most difficult part; learn ways to think outside of the box from how to develop character to setting the scene. English graduate Hannah Gibson offers you an insight into some simple techniques to kick-start your creativity.  A notebook and pen are required…WARNING-you may find that these items become a permanent fixture on your person!

Glee Themed Dance for 8-11 year olds-cancelled

Dates: Monday 6th February - Monday 12th March 2012Times: 7 - 8.00pmCost: £30Tutor: Jenny MarshallNumbers: 15Ages: 8-11 years

Learn to dance at The Braid; take part in our physical dance class where you can learn dancing to rival your favourite stars on Glee. A fun and energetic class. This class is suitable for all aged 8-11 with an interest in modern dance, including beginners.

Wine Tasting Evening

Date: late April TBCTime: 7 - 9.00pmCost: £15Tutor: Tim HancockNumbers: 12

Enjoy a glass of wine?  Come along to a tutored tasting and learn something while you drink.  We'll be tasting eight wines, four white and four red, comparing some French classics to examples from the New World (Australia, New Zealand and the Americas).  See which style you prefer!  Complete novices and connoisseurs both welcome.

To register for any of the classes call into The Braid Arts Centre situated on Bridge Street, Ballymena.

Adult Classes are open to those over 16 years of age.

Classes and Workshops must have a minimum of 8 people to be able to run.

Classes are non-refundable.

All young people under the age of 18 must have a parental consent form signed by their parent/guardian.

Adult classes can be secured either in person or by paying over the phone.

The Box Office Booking Line number is 028 2563 5900

No places can be secured on any of the classes unless the class fee has been paid.

In the case of a class being oversubscribed a waiting list will be compiled, however there can be no guarantees of a place on the course and when new term starts places are issued on  a first come first served basis.