Rimbey Courses
General Interest
New - GED (General Equivalency Diploma)Prep Training
This is a pilot project offered in collaboration with iccan, Adult Learning Councils, Human Service and Alberta Works. It will be offered at no charge! Even the final exam at Red Deer College will be covered by this pilot project.
- Sept 17-Oct 21
New - Beginner Computer Class
Learn some of the basics for communicating with your computer and have fun!
- May 9,16
- 7pm-9pm
- $50
- Prov. Building
New - Canadian Firearms Safety Course
(you need this to get your firearms lesson)
- May 27 8:00am.
- Non-restricted $120 Restricted Firearms Exam Challenge $80 Combined $180
- Prov Bldg.
- Register at Rimbey Adult Learning. ralc@incentre.net
- Instructor-Guy
Yoga
Energize your mind and body in this 12 week class. Yoga teaches breathing techniques, physical poses, and meditation. Become stronger, more flexible and better at coping with stress. This class fills up quickly, so register early!
- Jan 12-March 29 (Thursdays) 7:30pm-9:00pm
- Instructor – Paulette Tona
- $144 Prov. Bldg.
Drop In Yoga
This is a great class for those who want to include yoga in their schedules but need have a limited amount of time. Join Paulette in the Provincial Building on Wed mornings and kick start your day!
- 3 Wed mornings per month starting Jan 4 9am-10:15am
- Instructor – Paulette Tona
- $15 Prov. Bldg.
Update Yoga (Drop In)
- Tues after work 5:30pm-6:45pm
- April 17-June 5
- $15 (Intermediate Level)
- Provincial Building
Update: Yoga (Drop In)
- Wed mornings 8:30-9:45am
- April 18-June 6
- $15
- Provincial Building
Update: Yoga (Thursday evening)
- for 8 weeks 7:30-9:00pm
- April 19-June 7
- $96 (Please Pre-Register)
- Provincial Building
Wilton Cake Decorating-Course 2
(Flowers and Cake Design)
Your Wilton Method Instructor will teach you to create breathtaking icing flowers such as pansies, lilies and the famous Wilton Rose. Then, you’ll discover the secrets of arranging them in a beautifully balanced cake-top bouquet.
- Jan 25, Feb1,8,15 (Wed)7pm-9pm
- Instructor-Corrinna Rapley
- $70 (includes kit) Prov. Bldg.
GED
Earn your High School Equivalency Diploma! This 7 week course will prepare you to write the exam at Red Deer College on Mar 23 and 24. You must be 18 or older.
- Jan 17-Mar 1 (Tues and Thur) 6pm-9pm
- Instructor-Dawn Doll
- $200 (includes manual and exam) Super 8
Social Dance
Feel more confident on the dance floor! Don will teach us how to waltz, Two-Step, Heel Toe Polka, Fox Trot, French Minuet, 7-Step, Saskatchewan Farm Dance, and the Jive-all in 6 lessons!
- Jan 19,26, Feb 2,9,16,23 7pm-9pm
- Instructor-Don McFayden
- $80/couple Drop In Centre
Line Dance
Great exercise and fun too!
- Feb 6,13,20,27 (Mondays) 7pm-8pm
- Instructor-Don McFayden
- $40/person or $60/couple Drop In Centre
Design And Create Your Own Website
Learn how to create your very own web pages using free software. This course will look at the structure and style of a web page and show you how to create your own unique website. We will also learn how to use the resources on the web to give our website the richness and flexibility we associate with modern web designs. Bring your ideas, images and favorite web links. Bring your own laptop.
- Apr 2,4,9,11 (Mon and Wed) 7pm-9pm
- Instructor-Jim Moore
- $100 Library
Dog Obedience
Whether it’s teaching your dog such commands as sit, down, stay, or learning how to become the pack leader, this is the class for you and your dog! This class is a must for all dog owners wishing to have a better behaved dog. For dogs 12 weeks or older. (No aggressive dogs please). Bring 6’ leash, treats, favorite toy, and proof of current vaccinations.
- April 12,16,19,26 May 3,10 (6 classes) 7pm-8pm
- Instructor-Crystal Aberle
- $125 Arena
Crocheting
Do you have a project that you need help finisheing? Or maybe you want to learn to crochet. Join our small group as Mary teaches us the basics and helps us complete our projects.
- Feb 21, 10 am - 2 pm
- Fee $10 (lunch included)
- Instructor: Mary Leighton
- Rimbey Provincial Building
Digital SLR Photography Basics
Are you new to the SLR world? Maybe you’ve had one for a while but never used it to its full potential? Join us for a 3 session into as we discuss the basic theory of photography and how to manipulate our cameras settings to get the best results. We will learn some basic techniques, tips and tricks, and touch on some gear to take things to the next level.
- March 20,22 6:30-9:30pm and
- Sat. March 23 9:00am-3:00pm
- Instructor-Robert Stratton
- $100,bring a friend for $50
- Location TBA
Digital SLR Photography, The Next Step…
This course will continue where the “Basics” left off. We will do a little review and then jump right into detailed subject discussions and practices. The class can decide on 2 of the most popular disciplines-portrait work, sports action, landscapes, pets or equestrian photography.
- May 1,3 6:30-9:30pm and Sat. May 5 9:00am-3:00pm
- Instructor-Robert Stratton
- $100,bring a friend for $50 Location TBA
Basic Computers For Seniors
Learn how to use and enjoy your computer. We will look at email, Microsoft Word.
- Mar 12 & 15 7pm-9pm (Tentative)
- Instructor-Manny Estabrookes (CCTC)
- $75 Drop in Centre
We have access to various college courses via video conferencing. Please contact our office for more information. We would love to see our great equipment utilized!
Basic Grant Writing
If you need to write a letter of intent or a general grant proposal for a project of your not-for-profit organization where no application form is provided, this session is for you. The presentation will give an overview of the Letter Grant Proposal Format as developed by the granting organization or when a letter of intent is requested. It has a 30 year track record as one of the most accepted and successful grant proposal writing formats and uses a quickly mastered process.
- Date TBA
- Location: Rimbey Adult Learning Videoconferencing room
Fundraising Skills And Ideas
If you need to write a letter of intent or a general grant proposal for a project of your not-for-profit organization where no application form is provided, this session is for you. The presentation will give an overview of the Letter Grant Proposal Format as developed by the granting organization or when a letter of intent is requested. It has a 30 year track record as one of the most accepted and successful grant proposal writing formats and uses a quickly mastered process.
- Date: April 4, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
- Location: Rimbey Adult Learning Videoconferencing room