FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 7, 2008
Media Contact: Michael Corby 904.632.3310

Florida Community College offers classes to build skills and improve health

Florida Community College’s Open Campus offers dozens of personal enrichment and professional development courses at very reasonable cost. Following is a partial list of some of the most popular.

“Photography Basics: From 35mm to Digital” will meet on Saturdays, 10 a.m. to noon, Jan. 26-Mar. 15, at the FCCJ South Campus. Students will learn photography techniques and digital camera operations The cost is $59.

“Beginning Ballroom Dancing for Two” will meet on Tuesdays, Jan. 22 to Feb. 26, from 7 to 8 p.m. at Kent Campus. A professional instructor teaches the basic steps, turns and variations of smooth and Latin dance styles. Students will learn the foxtrot, waltz, rumba, tango and hustle for $89 per couple.

“Swing and Latin Dancing for Two” will meet on Tuesdays beginning Jan. 22 through Feb. 26, from 8:15 to 9:15 p.m. at the FCCJ Kent Campus. In this introductory-level course, students learn cha-cha, salsa, rumba, meringue and more for $89 per couple.

“Beginning Guitar” introduces simple chords, strumming and finger-picking techniques for folk, contemporary and country music. The class meets 7-9 p.m., Mondays, Jan. 14-Mar. 3 at the FCCJ South Campus. The cost is $49. A textbook required and students must bring a guitar to class.

“Intermediate Guitar” is designed for players with basic knowledge of chords and progressions. The class meets 7-9 p.m., Mondays, Mar. 17-Apr. 28 at the FCCJ South Campus. The cost is $49. A textbook required and students must bring a guitar to class.

“Yoga: Good for Your Health” is designed to reduce stress, enhance strength and flexibility. Yoga offers many benefits while improving emotional and intellectual health. The class meets Wednesdays, Jan. 23-Feb. 27, at 6-7 p.m. at FCCJ Kent Campus. The cost is $55.

“Life Coaching” is a popular course designed to help with life-changing choices that have potential to impact your life. You will develop coping skills and tap into new talents for a move toward greater personal and professional satisfaction. Class meets at Kent Campus on Thursdays, Jan. 24-Feb. 28 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The tuition is $40.

Students may register at any campus Enrollment Office or online. There is a one-time $15 membership fee for students who have never taken a course at FCCJ.

For more information call the FCCJ Continuing Education office at 904.633.8292 or visit the Continuing Education web site.