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This course introduces basic information for those whose family life, travel plans, or personal interest necessitates an introduction to the Spanish language and Latino culture. Students learn basic pronunciation, nouns, articles, subject pronouns, and simple present tense verb conjugation. The course focuses on simple conversation with an emphasis on primary vocabulary on selected themes. Students should attend first class. Textbook: Spanish Now! Level 1 - Ninth Edition. Course covers chapters 1-5 from the book.

Building on skills learned in Spanish, Beginning I, students continue to learn basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include time and weather, irregular present tense verbs, prepositions, and the verbs ser and estar (to be). Through group and pair work, games, and handouts you will also improve your conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! Level 1 - Eighth Edition. Course covers chapters 6-9, 11, and 12 from the book. Prerequisite: Beginning Spanish I

Building on skills learned in Spanish, Beginning I, students continue to learn basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include time and weather, irregular present tense verbs, prepositions, and the verbs ser and estar (to be). Through group and pair work, games, and handouts you will also improve your conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! Level 1 - Eighth Edition. Course covers chapters 6-9, 11, and 12 from the book. Prerequisite: Beginning Spanish I

Building on Spanish Beginning I and II, students further develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Concepts covered in this class include adjectives, prepositions, basic commands, and the introduction of regular preterit (past tense) verbs. Through group and pair work, games, and handouts students will also improve their conversational skills. Textbook: Spanish Now! Level 1 - Eighth Edition. Course covers chapters 10, 13-16, and 26 from the book. Prerequisite: Beginning Spanish I, Beginning Spanish II

American Sign Language (ASL) is quickly becoming one of the most widely used languages in the United States. In this beginning class, be introduced to finger spelling and ASL signs, grammar, terminology and communication processes. Leave the class with an ASL vocabulary of over 200 words. Textbook: Signing Illustrated.

Discover how fast you will be playing chord accompaniment to folk and country songs. You’ll quickly gain a basic knowledge of reading chord charts, tuning, strumming, chords and theory with a fingerstyle technique for a more thorough exploration of the instrument’s capabilities. Bring your guitar to the first class.

Go beyond chord accompaniment and begin finger picking, reading notes, and understanding the fundamentals of music theory. A greater variety of more difficult music will be explored. You should have a basic knowledge of the guitar, chords and chord charts for this class. Bring your guitar to the first class.

A simple yet modern take on traditional music theory and what it means in the 21st century. Emphasis on ear training and practical application. Topics include the "classical" major and minor scales, the "Celtic" modes, and the "blue" notes. We will discuss the historical development of these scales as well as techniques to help you train your ear to hear them.

A deeper look into music theory and how it applies to the modern world. Emphasis on training the ear to hear challenging melodies as well as basic chord progressions. Topics include classical major and minor scales, the modes, and the blue notes, as well as spelling chords and chordal extensions. We will also discuss the historical development of all of these concepts and how they apply to all genres of music.

This bag class is an excellent opportunity to use your sewing skills as you explore the fundamentals of bag making. Discover options for materials, design, and hardware. Learn how to customize your bag with various types of zippers, embellishments and more. You will create a one-of-a-kind bag and/or tote. A materials list will be given at the first class. This class is not suitable for beginners. You must know how to use a sewing machine and have good sewing skills. Leigh Anne Hilbert, Instructor.

This bag class is an excellent opportunity to use your sewing skills as you explore the fundamentals of bag making. Discover options for materials, design, and hardware. Learn how to customize your bag with various types of zippers, embellishments and more. You will create a one-of-a-kind bag and/or tote. A materials list will be given at the first class. This class is not suitable for beginners. You must know how to use a sewing machine and have good sewing skills. Leigh Anne Hilbert, Instructor.

Discover the art of interior decorating in this engaging and hands-on class designed for beginners. Whether you’re looking to refresh a single room or revamp your entire home, this course will provide you with the foundational skills and confidence to create beautiful, functional spaces. Explore the basics of design, color theory, space planning, style and trends and DIY projects. Get to know various materials, fabrics and textures to add depth and interest to your design.

If you have basic knowledge and understanding of interior design principles and color theory, join us for this the next step on your decorating journey. Through hands-on projects you will further explore colors, color schemes, fabrics and textures while designing a room selecting fabrics and colors based on the room’s style. Emphasis will be placed on finishes, finishing touches. Bring pictures of your rooms that need work and solutions will be provided. Brinda Caldwell, Instructor. Interior Decorating I is recommended before this class.

Do it yourself and save money! Beautiful landscaping can increase the value of your property and add to the enjoyment of your home. This course will include the basics in designing your home landscape. Plant types, growing habits, and planting basics will be covered as well as basic principles and some dos and don’ts.

Do it yourself and save money! Beautiful landscaping can increase the value of your property and add to the enjoyment of your home. This course will include the basics in designing your home landscape. Plant types, growing habits, and planting basics will be covered as well as basic principles and some dos and don’ts.

Quilting, an old-time Southern tradition, is recapturing its vibrancy as an art form across the country. Whether you want to make heirloom bed quilts or artful quilted wall hangings, this beginning class is for you. Learn the basics of quilting including color and design, cutting with rotary equipment, matching points and putting it all together. Complete most of a small sample quilt over the duration of the class. A supply list will be provided on the first class.

Quilting, an old-time Southern tradition, is recapturing its vibrancy as an art form across the country. Whether you want to make heirloom bed quilts or artful quilted wall hangings, this beginning class is for you. Learn the basics of quilting including color and design, cutting with rotary equipment, matching points and putting it all together. Complete most of a small sample quilt over the duration of the class. A supply list will be provided on the first class.

This class is for those with basic quilting experience or who have taken a Beginning Quilting class. You will have fun developing your quilting skills as we explore different styles and techniques of quilt making. Sewing machines are available to use in class or bring your own. For first class, bring your Show and Tell quilting pieces. Supplies discussed at the first class.

This class is for those with basic quilting experience or who have taken a Beginning Quilting class. You will have fun developing your quilting skills as we explore different styles and techniques of quilt making. Sewing machines are available to use in class or bring your own. For first class, bring your Show and Tell quilting pieces. Supplies discussed at the first class.

Experience the joy of fly fishing and increase your confidence as you explore casting, fly presentation and wading techniques. There will be discussion on aquatic insects and their life cycle, reading a river, finding fish, selecting a rod and fly line, picking the right fly, selecting wading equipment and gearing up for a trip. Bring a brown bag lunch and any fish equipment you might have to class. Shane Buckner, Instructor. All activities are on the Asheville Campus.

Relieve stress and develop focus through yoga. You will learn basic postures and be introduced to yoga philosophy. This is a great class to find out what yoga is all about. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat to the first class. Tricia Lea, Instructor.

Relieve stress and develop focus through yoga. You will learn basic postures and be introduced to yoga philosophy. This is a great class to find out what yoga is all about. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat to the first class. Tricia Lea, Instructor.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.

This Basic Rider Course is certified by the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program and conducted at a pace that results in successful completion for most novice riders. The course provides actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary; however, a good sense of balance is required (you must be able to ride a bicycle). To receive the NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program endorsement card, you must attend one hundred percent of all scheduled course hours and successfully complete the skills evaluation on Sunday afternoon. Required gear for all participants: long pants (no rips or holes), long-sleeve shirts, over-the-ankle boots (no sneakers), full-fingered gloves, eye protection (sunglasses or prescription eyewear is permissible), and a DOT approved helmet. Motorcycles are provided for all students. At the discretion of the instructors, students who are do not complete the riding objectives, are unable to safely operate the motorcycle and become a danger to themselves or others will be dismissed from class for their own protection and the safety of the group. No refunds will be given if you do not complete the course for any reason or if you register and are unable to attend. Space is limited, register early. There is a required 5-hour online e-course that students complete on their own before coming to class. The e-course link will be sent 10-12 days before the class scheduled class. The motorcycle range is located on A-B Tech’s Victoria Road campus on 41 Fernihurst Drive. For information call A-B Tech at (828)398-7817 or 398-7369. Registration fee-$195 includes a $5 comprehensive insurance fee and the online e-course.