KARATE

Isshinryu Karate is a Okinawa style known for natural stances, rapid punches and kicks. It is easily adapted to any age and body type. Participants will develop confidence, mental focus and coordination. All classes are taught by the American Karate Academy of Canton. For more information, please visit www.americankarateacademyofcanton.webs.com/

KARATE (ADULT)

Location: West Gym
Day: M & Th | Time: 7:30-8:30 pm
Fee: $54M/$60R/$78NR
Ages: 16 and up
4017.391 Aug 29- Oct 06; No Class 9/5 & 9/8
4017.392 Oct 10- Nov 17; No Class 10/27 & 10/31
4017.393 Nov 21- Jan 09; No Class 12/26, 12/29 & 1/5
4017.394 Jan 12- Feb 10
4017.395 Feb 16- Mar 20

KARATE (YOUTH)

Location: West Gym
Day: M & Th | Time: 6:30-7:30 pm
Early Bird: $49 (Aug 19-26)
Fee: $54M/$60R/$78NR
Ages: 5-15 yrs
Geared for children. Parents may find their child’s academics will improve and they will become more comfortable with a structured environment.

4017.202 Aug 29- Oct 06; No Class 9/5 & 9/8
4017.203 Oct 10- Nov 17; No Class 10/27 & 10/31
4017.204 Nov 21- Jan 09; No Class 12/26, 12/29 & 1/5
4017.205 Jan 12- Feb 10
4017.206 Feb 16- Mar 20

SELF DEFENSE

This course is open to females only. All instructors and participants will be female. The course will teach basic techniques to avoid conflict situations and offer options in the critical moments in which personal space has been violated. It aims to prevent assault and build women’s self-confidence in their ability to stay safe. Course is taught by American Karate Academy of Canton. www.americankarateacademyofcanton.webs.com/

Location: Maple
Day: F | Time: 7-9 pm
Early Bird: $97
Fee: $107M/$119R/$155NR
Ages: 10 and up
Open to both the beginner and the continuing student. Each two hour class will consist of footwork drills, a group lesson and free fencing with individual lessons as time permits. Some equipment is available. Click on session for more details.
4619.359 Oct 7-Dec 23; No class Oct 28, Nov 25
4619.360 Jan 20-Mar 24; No class Mar 3

WATERCOLOR I & II

Location: Arts I
Day: M | Time: 12:30-3:30pm
Ages: 18 and up
Watercolor painting will be learned through a hands-on approach.
Demonstrations by the instructor, Sharon Dillenbeck of D & M Art Studios, will include landscapes, buildings, flowers, and more.
Click on the session links below for more information.
7440.396 Sep 19-Nov 21 10 wks (WAITLIST)
Fee: $71M/$79R/$85103NR
7440.397 Jan 30-Mar 6 5 wks; No Class 2/20/17
Fee: $47M/$55R/$69NR
7440.398 Mar 13-May 22 10 wks; No class 4/3/17
Fee: 71M/$79R/$103NR

OIL & ACRYLIC

Location: Arts I
Day: W | Time: 12:30-3:30 pm
Ages: 18 and up
Paint from still-life and photographs,  explore color theory and design. Class is limited to 15 students. Click on session for more details.
7441.266 Sep 20-Nov 23 10 wks (WAITLIST)
Fee: $64EB/$71M/$79R/$103NR
7441.267 Feb 1-Mar 8 5 wks; No Class 2/22
Fee: $43EB/$47M/$55R/$69NR
7441.268 Mar 15-May 24 10 wks; No class 4/5
Fee: $64EB/$71M/$79R/$103NR

CARD MAKING

Location: Arts II
Time: 7-9pm
Early Bird: $25
Fee: $28M/$31R/$40NR
Ages: 16 and up
This class features five cards using an assortment of coordinating stamps, dies and embellishments. In a couple of hours, stamp and assemble five beautiful cards to take home. Each class will have a different theme and different cards, so sign up for one or all! 
7440.606 Oct 18 Tu
7440.607 Jan 18 W

SOAP MAKING

Soapmaking Classes are taught by Canton local, Sharon Czekala,
Owner and Founder of The Great Lakes Natural Soap Company
since 2004. Material fee of $15 due to instructor on first of class.

SOAPMAKING 101: COLD PROCESS I

Location: Chestnut
Day: M | Time: 6-9pm
Early Bird: $65
Fee: $68M/$75R/$98NR
Ages: 18 and up
Learn to make natural, beautiful and fragrant soap in your own kitchen. 
5106.420 Sep 26
5106.430 Oct 24

SOAPMAKING 201: COLD PROCESS II

Location: Aux Kitchen
Day: M | Time: 6-9pm
Early Bird: $65
Fee: $68M/$75R/$98NR
Ages: 18 and up
Prerequisite: Soapmaking 101-Cold I
Process, or experience making basic CP soaps. Course will cover swirling, layering and embedding techniques.
5106.431 Nov 14

SOAPMAKING 202: COLD PROCESS II - ALL NATURAL

Location: Aux Kitchen
Day: M | Time: 6-9pm
Early Bird: $65
Fee: $68M/75R/98NR
Ages:18+
Prerequisite: Soapmaking 101-Cold Process, or experience making basic CP soaps. In this class we will be making Cold
Process soaps using only natural and plant-based ingredients.  If you have sensitive skin, or are just trying to lead a more natural life, this class is for you. 
5106.432 Nov 28

MELT & POUR SOAPMAKING HOLIDAY GIFTS
Location: Aux Kitchen
Time: 6-9pm 
Fee: $68M/75R/85NR
Ages: 8 yrs and up
Prerequisite: Soapmaking 101-Melt and Pour or experience making basic Melt and Pour soaps. A fun and creative class where you will learn about melt & pour soap bases, colorings, fragrancing and molding your soap. These soaps will make wonderful holiday gifts! Each student will take home 1 pound of soap that is ready to use or give away. 
5106.416 Nov 9 W
5106.417 Dec 5 M