Jewelry art students can expect to learn basic tool use and refine a wire loop in the first class as well as creating a pair of wire wrapped crystal earrings. In subsequent classes we will create spirals combined with crystals to create earrings and advancing to a tree of life wire wrapped pendant as well as a wire link bracelet. Along the way you will learn correct tool usage, wire straightening, wrapped loops, unclosed loops, and making your own loop clasps.

Supplies required:

• Shynek 10 piece Jewelry tools kit
• Oh Pandehall 1200 piece 4mm bicone AB crystal beads
• Bencreat wire 18, 20, 26 gauge
• Any other beads you may have 

(These items can be found on Amazon)

Kathy Tengesdahl has an AA degree in art and a BS in Education. She combines that with 35 years of creating Jewelry art and she is adept at bead weaving with a focus on creating with wire wrapping. She has taught for the past 5 yrs in The Villages, Florida and now 7 months living in St Augustine. She hopes you will join her in creating something beautiful that you will be proud to wear.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, October 7. 14. 21. 28 from 1 to 3 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.

For the experienced tap dancer with a good command of tap technique and vocabulary this intermediate level class emphasizes choreography. Practice includes a variety of time steps, more syncopated rhythms, developing speed with clarity, and performance quality. Choreography includes new work and some dances from the Matanzas Tap performance repertory.

Class sessions will be held on Wednesdays, October 7,14, 21, 28 from 1:30 to 3:00 at River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084).

For ages 18 and up.

Join Gina for a fun all levels mini intensive to learn a powerful Zambra Mora Choreography! This class is suitable for beginner and intermediate dancers that have some experience in the Zambra Style.

Barefoot or dance shoes preferred, wear comfortable clothing that you can move freely in.

With years of teaching and performance experience, Gina brings her expertise, warmth, and energy to every class. Whether you’re new to Zambra Mora or looking to expand your repertoire, this class offers a fun, supportive environment to grow your skills and enjoy the beauty of dance.  

Class sessions will be on Tuesday, October 20 and 27 from 11:45 - 1:45 (No class sessions on Tuesday, October 6 or 13) at River House (179 Marine St. in St. Augustine).

For ages 18 and up.

Join Gina Marie for a fun mini intensive to learn a sassy Bellydance Choreography! This class is suitable for beginner and intermediate dancers that have some Bellydance experience (previous Level 1 class highly encouraged). Gina will teach an easy to follow routine across two engaging sessions. 

Barefoot or dance shoes. No sneakers. Comfortable clothing such as yoga wear or something you can move freely in. A coin belt or hip scarf is fun to wear if you have one.

Gina Marie is Director of Blue Lotus World Dance and is a certified SharQui Belly Dance Fitness Instructor.

Class sessions will be held on Thursdays, October 22 and 29 (No class sessions on Thursdays, October 1, 8, 15) from 9:30 - 11:30 at the River House (179 Marine Street, St. Augustine 32084)

For ages 18 and up.