The Division of Continuing Education at Southern Arkansas University has an interesting array of more than 10 affordable non-credit class options, including six classes for children, available for the public this summer.
To register for the following classes, simply email Caroline Waller at carolinewaller@saumag.edu, call (870) 235-4006, visit SAU Business 111, or register online. Class reservations are not final until the fee has been paid.
Basic Digital Photography
Instructor Steven Ochs will teach you to understand your camera beyond “AUTO” and help you take control of shutter speeds, ISO, exposures, lighting, lenses, and depth of field. The class will also include basic photo-editing and instruction in Photoshop. Students need a digital camera (DSLR or fixed lenses), tri-pod, and a jump drive. Class limited to 15.
- Dates: July 8 – August 6
- Days: Tuesday and Wednesday
- Time: 10:45 – 11:45 a.m.
- Location: Brinson 101
- Fee: $150
Scuba Diving for Beginners
Obtain the knowledge and skills required to become a P.A.D.I. certified instructor. The Professional Association of Diving Instructors is the largest and most recognized training program in the world. The course consists of classroom, pool sessions, and open water checkouts at Lake DeGray. Minimum age is 10. Class is limited to 6.
- Dates: June 2 – July 14
- Day: Monday
- Time: 5- 7 p.m.
- Locations: SAU Pool
- Instructor: Clay Raborn
- Fee: $300 (covers equipment)
Scuba Diving Refresher Course
Divers can refresh their skills to build confidence and proficiency under the supervision of P.A.D.I. professionals. Class size is limited.
- Dates: June 2 – July 14
- Day: Monday
- Time: 5 – 7 p.m.
- Location: SAU Pool
- Instructor: Clay Raborn
- Fee: $150 (includes equipment rental)
Aquacize
This class includes a wide variety of water exercises that provide for cardiovascular toning, conditioning, and strengthening. Floatation devices will be provided for deep water exercises.
- Dates: June 3 – August 7
- Days: Tuesday and Thursday
- Time: 6 – 7 p.m.
- Location: SAU Pool
- Instructor: Sandi Alston
- Fee: $40
Aqua Zumba
Known as the Zumba “pool party,” the Aqua Zumba program gives new meaning to the idea of a challenging workout; twisting, even shouting, and laughing are often heard during class. Integrating the Zumba formula and philosophy with traditional aqua fitness discipline, Aqua Zumba blends it all together into a safe, challenging water-based workout that’s cardio-conditioning, body-toning, and most all, exhilarating!
- Dates: May 28 – June 25
- Day: Wednesday
- Time: 5:15 – 6 p.m.
- Location: SAU Pool
- Instructor: Elizabeth Ray
- Fee: $50
Children:
Swan Lake Ballet Camp
This camp is a unique opportunity for your child to focus on ballet technique while being exposed to the music and choreography of one of the world’s most famous classic ballets, Swan Lake. Students will gain an appreciation for the music of Tchaikovsky while learning to move gracefully. Ages 3 – 10.
- Dates: June 9 – 11
- Day: Monday – Wednesday
- Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
- Location: HKR Studio
- Instructor: Lauren Murphy
- Fee: $60
Children’s Art Workshop
Children will be involved in a hands-on art experience involving painting, drawing, and 3-D art using various media. All materials are supplied. The workshop will end with an “Artists’ Reception.” Class size is limited to 15 in each group. Ages 4 and up.
- Dates: July 21- 24
- Days: Monday – Thursday
- Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
- Location: Brinson 107
- Instructors: Laurie Hicks and Patricia Leslie
- Fee: $50
Youth Swimming
All classes are certified through the American Red Cross. This is a comprehensive course that places a child according to the his or her ability and strives to advance the child as far as possible. Basic water safety will be taught. Ages 4 – 12. Class sizes are limited to 10.
- Dates: June 2 – 12 / June 16 – 26
- Days: Mon – Thurs / Mon – Thurs
- Times:
- 2 – 2:30 p.m. / 2 – 2:30 p.m.
- 2:30 – 3 p.m. / 2:45 – 3:15 p.m.
- 3 – 3:30 p.m. / 3:30 – 4 p.m.
- 3:30 – 4 p.m. / 4:15 – 4:45 p.m.
- 4 – 4:30 p.m. / 5 – 5:30 p.m.
- 4:30 – 5 p.m. /–
- 5 – 5:30 p.m. /–
- Location: SAU Pool
- Instructor: Pam Mayo and Cassidy Smith
- Fee: $60
Self-Esteem Workshop for Girls
We are bombarded everyday by hundreds of airbrushed images of “beauty.” These images have the power to affect how we see our bodies and ourselves. How can we encourage young girls and women to embrace a more positive image of themselves, both inside and out? This workshop will offer fun, educational, and interactive sessions for young girls. Ages 8-12. A light lunch will be provided.
- Dates:
- Session 1 – June 10
- Session 2 – July 15
- Day: Tuesday
- Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Location: Business 107
- Instructor: Stephanie Thompson
- Fee: $10
Pageant Boot Camp
Winning is about so much more than how you look on stage. This course will cover a range of topics that will help you prepare you to enter a pageant. Some of the topics that will be discussed: stage presence, wardrobe selection, hair and make-up styling, completing paperwork, and choosing photographs for the photogenic section. We will also practice stage introductions and pageant walks. We will be joined by special guests, such as Miss SAU and other current titleholders that will offer tips and assistance. Ages 7 – 12.
- Dates: June 24 – July 22
- Day: Tuesday
- Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Business 106
- Instructor: Anne Marie Sands
- Fee: $45
