Spring 2016 Course Catalog

January 12 through June 3, 2016

Cost is $200 per class, payable at first class

Please contact Rev. Jim Billington at (805) 705-3918 to register.

Outward Bound Super Saturdays

with Robb Kennedy

Saturdays, 8:30 to 12:00 Locations Vary

Dig into Drumming

As you know, Hidden Wings has gained national prominence in “heart based drumming” thanks to the 5 year “triad” of Hidden Wings, Remo drum-maker, and Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart. This fall, led by Jerry Zacarias and Jim Billington, there will be drumming on many Saturday “outward bounds” excursions as well as during the week. Drums will be enhanced by other instruments as well as singing. Weekly announcements will be posted.

Saturdays, 8:30 to 12:00 Locations Vary

3-D Computer Art with Sketchup

Sketchup has become a powerful artistic and 3D modeling tool, as well as being the leading architectural software in the industry. JJ Ballantine’s work with Sketchup has gained the attention of the senior management of the software company, who call his work outstanding and original. His growing gallery is on display at the company’s headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. JJ’s students will be given a free license for the use of this very expensive program, to use at home as well as in class. In addition, your work will be sent to the senior designer at Sketchup, as the company will be following the class closely. This student-teacher is now on many people’s radar, and you will be as well.

with JJ Ballantine

Mondays, 3:00 to 4:30 Hidden Wings Center

Drama

Annie Torsiglieri is an internationally renowned actor and longtime friend of Hidden Wings. As a graduate of Julliard, and student of the legendary producer Hal Prince, she has toured the country with Broadway Hit “Les Miserables“, and played in numerous roles both on Broadway and film. She is now professor of drama at UCSB. She still shows up in popular shows like “Gossip Girl” and “ER”. But her passion is teaching. She will be leading 3 Saturday workshops, to be determined according to her schedule. She is magical!

with Annie Torsiglieri

Date TBD Hidden Wings Center

Yearning for Yoga

with Jenn Sgobba

Fridays, 11:00 to 12:00 Hidden Wings Center

Swim Team

Meet at Dunn School Pool, weather permitting, to rediscovery your love of swimming. Let Rob Kennedy, professional swimmer and coach, help you build greater confidence, new stills, and a fitter self in the water. Improve your stroke or learn a new one. Build endurance, strength and flexibility. All levels of swim ability are welcome. Goggles welcome but not required. Contact Rob Kennedy with any safety concerns. Our team is sponsored by the Santa Barbara Water Polo Foundation.

with Robb Kennedy

1st Saturday of every month, 9:00 to 12:00 Dunn School Pool

Photography & Digital Art

Amy May, award-winning photographer, will lead a digital photography and design class in which students will explore their individual voice and vision through photography and digital media. The class will cover a variety of technical subjects and creative styles. Students will explore the basics of photography, creative editing options in Photoshop, traditional and alternative printing techniques as well as alternative photo capture methods. Students are encouraged to bring their own digital camera if they have one (DSLR, point-and-shoot, or cell phone camera) but we will provide DSLRs for class use as well.

with Amy May

Tuesdays, 3:00 to 5:00 Hidden Wings Center

Exercise and Nutrition for Weight Loss

with Tina Kalkowski

Tuesdays, 9:00 to 10:30 Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:30 Hidden Wings Center

Guitar Groove

Learn the fundamentals of guitar from world-class Brett Butterfield. Brett has been playing the guitar since he was three years old. Since then, he has played with bands across the world. He began his professional career in the early Seventies. Brett is a world class musician. He has an intimacy with the guitar which reminds me of BB King and his guitar “Lucille”. You will be learning from a living legend.

with Brett Butterfield

Tuesdays, 3:00 to 4:00 Hidden Wings Center

Job Preparation

Let Tina Kalkowski guide you through the process of seeking the right job to fit your natural talents and personal gifts. Let her help you to define your fits, find your niche, and focus on your job search. She will also couch you on critical job skills such as appropriate workplace language, time management, stress management, and successful work habits.

with Tina Kalkowski

Fridays, 9:00 to 10:30 Hidden Wings Center

Horse Grooming

Learn the ways and mysteries of the equine species with PATH International-certified instructor, Kim Dotzler. Discover what makes horses happy. Learn horse anatomy, horse care, and horse history. Experience one the world’s most graceful and sensitive creatures through touch, smell, and sound. Learn to whisper and nuzzle with these patient animal companions under the expert guidance of a leading therapeutic horsemanship professional.

Kim Dotzler

Mondays, 3:00 to 4:30 SYV Therapeutic Riding Program

Special Day Class Rocks

Fridays, 12:30 to 1:30 Hidden Wings Center

Pesticides and Organic Food Seminar

Co-Founder of Hidden Wings, Julia Billington, MD has been working in conjunction with a major university to study the neurotoxic effects of a near-universally used herbicide. She will be giving a status update on the research, and especially in its potential relationship to autism.  She will also be offering detailed analysis of which foods have the highest level of contaminants and will offer some practical advice on the transition to an all-organic diet.

with Julia Billington, MD

Friday, March 25 and April 29, 5:30 to 7:30 Hidden Wings Center

Free and Open to the Public

Individualized Tutoring

Volunteers Needed from Students, Parents & Friends