United Nations International School of Hanoi
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Session 1
08:30 Monday August 19
September to December 2013
Open to all members of the Hanoi Community Cooking Classes for Children Culture and Art Language Skill Building Movement Sports for Adults
The UNIS Community Education Program is run by the Co-Curricular Activities Office at UNIS Hanoi and is open to all members of the Hanoi Community. At UNIS Hanoi, we believe that learning and personal development should take place throughout our whole lives. We provide opportunities for continuing education and we encourage and promote a deeper understanding of our host country and of others. Please contact our Community Education Officer, Ms Ha Thien Ha, at the UNIS CoCurricular Activities Office for further information. Visit
Room 112, Administration Building, UNIS Campus Lac Long Quan Road, Tay Ho District Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:00
Phone
3758 1551 ext 8147 (Ms Ha Thien Ha) 091 433 5123
comed@unishanoi.org
Community Education Mission Statement Community Education classes provide an opportunity for all residents of Hanoi to become a part of the UNIS Hanoi community through classes offered for adults and children. Community Education classes should strive to meet the continuing education needs of both expatriate and Vietnamese residents. While it is important for Community Education classes to be financially self-sustaining, these classes are not necessarily a source of revenue for UNIS. Rather, they are a vital component of the school’s public relations efforts.
No email or phone registrations, please!
All registration is done online at www.unishanoi.org from the Community - Community Education link. ComEd is unable to accept registration via email or phone.
All participants will receive an email invoice indicating what is owed for each course. Please pay at the UNIS Business Office (Admin Building) in cash, deposit VND cash at the ANZ Bank (show invoice), or make a bank transfer in VND. The UNIS Business Office is open from 8:00 to 17:00 Monday – Friday. If payment has not been received by the date indicated on the invoice, we reserve the right to give the place to those on the waitlist.
We do not accept partial bookings for classes.
Withdrawal from a course will only be refunded if the course has yet to start.
If a class is postponed, every attempt will be made to re-schedule. When a class cannot be rescheduled, a refund for the postponed classes will be issued.
Refund policy - Refunds will be made when courses are canceled . - Once you enroll in a course, your attendance and payment are expected. - For sport activities, no refund will be given for cancelation due to weather.
Please sign your waiver of liability form and submit it to Co-Curricular Activities Office if this is your first time participating in the ComEd programme.
Feedback is greatly appreciated. It helps us to plan future programmes. Email to Ha Thien Ha at comed@unishanoi.org.
Cooking (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) F1
Vietnamese Cooking for Non-Domestic Staff
Weekday x 2
Would you like to experience the delights of Vietnamese Cuisine in Hanoi? Ms Hang Nguyen will introduce you to the most popularly cooked Vietnamese Cuisine. After the class, you will enjoy a lunch prepared by the class. At the class, you will learn the courses Pho cuon (Fresh Spring Roll), Bun thang (‘Thang’ Noodle), Bun bo (Beef Noodle), Nem Vietnam (Fried Spring Roll). The course is designed for Non-Domestic Staff. The language of instruction is English. Recipe is included.
When Where Cost Max
F2
Mondays, 14 & 21 October, 10:00 - 12:00 Ciputra area (Address to be provided on registration) VND 800,000 (including ingredient cost) 8 participants (Min 5)
Japanese Cooking for Domestic Staff
Weekday x 2
Japanese rice balls and Sushi rolls are becoming increasingly popular as healthy low-fat alternatives for sandwiches, burgers, or even cookies and cakes. They are great for lunch boxes, snacks, and as a finger food for parties. Once you learn the simple technique, you can be creative and make your own by changing the fillings to suit your taste. Ms Hang Nguyen, who has been working for Japanese families for over 10 years, will share the technique with your domestic staff. The dishes you will learn include: Gyoza (Japanese dumplings), Japanese Fried Chicken, Sushi, Japanese Rice Ball. The class is designed for Domestic Staff. The language of instruction is Vietnamese and English. Recipe is included.
When Where Cost Max
Mondays, 28 October & 4 November, 10:00 - 12:00 Ciputra area (Address to be provided on registration) VND 900,000 (including ingredient cost) 8 participants (Min 5)
Cooking (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) F3
Finger Food for Party for Domestic Staff
Weekday x 2
Do you want to “WOW” and amaze your guests with fabulous finger food recipes? Ms. Hien will introduce your maid to the techniques used in preparing very special gourmet finger foods such as: Bake artichoke dip, fetta cheese dip, spicy crab and prawn fritters with chili lime dipping sauce, Nachos, butter-crust tartlet with feta cheese . The language of instruction is Vietnamese. When Where ```````` Cost Max
F4
Thursdays, 17 & 24 October , 10:30 - 12:00 Tay Ho area (Address to be provided on registration) VND 900,000 (including ingredient cost) 10 participants (Min 5)
Baking for Domestic Staff Weekday x 3
Send your cook to Ms. Hien’s baking class so you will have a chance to learn the technique how to make: Baked passionfruit cheesecake, Bake artichoke Dip, Chocolate filled with ice cream and topped with a fruity sauce, Rassberry chocolate tart, Saucesage rolls and pavlova. These recipes are special for your gourmet party. Ms. Hien is a professional cook with more than
10 years of experience working for expat families and she has conducted many successful cooking classes for the UNIS Community Education Programme. The language of instruction is Vietnamese. When Where Cost
Tuesdays, 15, 22, 29 October, 09:30 - 12:00 Tay Ho area (Address to be provided on registration) VND 1,000,000 (including ingredient cost)
Max
10 participants (Min 6)
F5
Cooking and Baking Class
Weekday X 4
Would you like to learn how to make croissants, pizza, gingerbread man cookies & apple pie in a 4 week course? The class is delivered by Ms. Mye Fahrney who is a very enthusiastic and experienced teacher. Ms Mye Fahrney has taught in Vientiane International School (VIS) as after school activities and privately for over 3 years. Language of instruction is English. When Where Cost Max
Tuesday, September 10, 17, 24; October 1, 10:00 - 12:00 Ciputra area (Address to be provided on registration) VND 1,300,000 (including ingredient cost) 10 participants (Min 6)
Art and Culture (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) C1
A Stroll Through the Old Streets
Weekend x 1
This tour includes some of the lesser known temples, alleyways and historic sites. Your guide will give an overview of the 1000 year history of Hanoi. You will visit hidden jewels on foot. Please wear comfortable shoes. Not recommended for infants or children aged 8 and younger. Linda Mogul, our popular tour guide, will talk about the architecture, style and history of the buildings and the historical events which changed the face of Hanoi. Linda has lived in Hanoi for over ten years and is passionate about this city. When Where Cost Max
C2
Saturday, 26 October, 10:00 - 11:30 Meet at 87 Ma May, Hanoi VND 450,000 including entry and donation costs 6 participants
A Stroll Through the Citadel
Weekend x 1
Once the home to kings, the Citadel area has recently been vacated by the Military and is now open to the public. Wander through the historic grounds where first the French and then the Vietnamese generals laid their military plans. Start at the South or Central Gate to view the first archeological dig which verified the age of the entrance. This tour is conducted by our popular tour guide, Linda Mogul. Please wear comfortable shoes. Not recommended for infants or children aged 8 and younger. When Where Cost Max
Sunday, 27 October, 09:00 - 10:30 Meet at the South Citadel Gate (Doan Mon) at 19 Hoang Dieu Street, Hanoi VND 350,000 8 participants
Art and Culture (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) C3
Transitional Architecture in the Thien Quang Lake Area
Weekend x 1
This unique tour created by Linda Morgul will take you on an adventure around Thien Quang Lake. This area may look quite serene but its history is full of interesting untold stories. In the 1920s and 1930s, the Thien Quang Lake area became the home for the rich, powerful and famous. In the 1930s, new zoning laws compelled the owners to build villas and refrain from opening businesses. Newly graduated architects from the beaux arts college began experimenting with modern designs and materials. These architectural wonders are rarely on the regular tours but deserve a place in Hanoi's history. Not recommended for infants or children aged 8 and younger. Please wear comfortable shoes. When Where Cost Max
C4
Saturday, 2 November, 10:30 - 12:00 Meet at Tran Quoc Toan street, Hanoi VND 350,000 8 participants
Art Tour to Contemporary Art Studios
Weekend x 1
In this Art Tour you will have the opportunity to view the artists’ creations and interact with them while they give presentations about their work. The focus of the tour will be on the young generation of Hanoian artists, whose work tells the story of local culture related to the society, gives a new perspective on life and reflects their sense of humor. Not recommended for infants or children aged 8 and younger. Bus transportation will be provided. When Where Cost Max
Sunday, 8 September, 9:00 - 12:00 Meet at Sofitel Plaza, 1 Thanh Nien Road, Hanoi VND 600,000 15 participants (Min 8)
Skill Building (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) S1
Photography Workshop for Amateur Photographers
Weekday x 4
Nowadays, it is increasingly common to own a high quality camera, which includes all the bells and whistles. However, knowing how to use the various camera functions and understand the skills which allow you to take good pictures, is not easy. In this workshop, you will be joined by Mr Binh Dang, a young emerging photographer who is active in documentary photography. In 4 classes, he will work with you and introduce to you interesting ways to use your camera so you will get the photos you were hoping for. Please visit the following links to learn more about him: http://binhdang.tumblr.com and http://dangbinh.tumblr.com When Where Cost
Mondays, 9:30 - 11:30 on 14, 21, 28 October; 4 November UNIS Campus VND 1,100,000
Max
10 participants (Min 6)
(Prerequisite: a camera with empty memory cards)
S2
Pottery Hand-building Techniques
Weekend x 2
This workshop will explore basic pottery hand building and pottery wheel techniques. After exploring some basic techniques, students will design and create their own sculptural or functional pottery piece using at least one of the techniques explored. All equipment and materials supplied . Robert Natoli is an artist and educator with almost 30 years experience making and teaching art to students young and old. He has held several solo and group exhibitions and has won awards and commendations for his painting, drawing and ceramic work. Robert enjoys enabling students to learn new skills and develop a style based on personal ideals. Part 1 Saturday 16 November 09:00 – 13:00 Pottery Techniques and Making Part 2 Saturday 30 November 09:00 – 11:00 Glazing Where Cost
UNIS Campus VND 1,300,000
Max
10 participants (Min 6)
Skill Building (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) S3
Decorating Basic
Weekday x 4
Participants will be able to learn the basic techniques for icing. Ms Mye Fahrney is very experienced in this area. She has taught after school activities in the Vientiane International School (VIS) and privately for over 3 years. In the class, the participants will be taught how to use decorating tools (provided by the teacher), icing and premade cookies and cupcakes to create their own decorated treats. At the end of each class, participants will bring home decorated cookies and cupcakes. When
Wednesday, September 11, 18, 25; October 2; 10:00 – 11:30
Where
UNIS campus
Cost
VND 900,000 including material cost
Max
12 participants (Min 6)
S4
Gardening Skills
Weekday x 3
This is a brief introduction intended to help beginners, particularly new arrivals in Vietnam, to grow a few veggies at home in Hanoi. Particular attention is given to getting started with necessary equipment and seeds, working with Hanoi’s seasons and climate, and finding light and air movement among tall buildings, trees, and clouds. David Buckner has 30 years gardening experience in Canada, including over 20 years as the primary instructor for full-time adult gardening courses. He has been gardening and teaching gardening to UNIS students for 4 years. When Where Cost
Wednesdays, 16, 23, 30 October, 9:00 - 11:00 UNIS Campus VND 900,000 including material cost and bus fee
Max
8 participants (Min 6)
Skill Building (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) S5
Designing spaces: Interior design and Feng-shui technique
Weekend x 10
Are you interested in interior design and feng-shui? Do you want to re-decorate your house making it more beautiful at a low cost? If you do, then this class is for you. Ms. Mileydy will teach you how to change your house and make it feel more kind and beautiful without hiring an expert. Ms. Mileydy will also teach you how to apply Feng-shui to your house, a tradition in Asia. Ms. Mileydy has been working as an architect and interior designer for 3 years and has great experience in house design and designing spaces. First part: Designing spaces is about interior design. Improve your understanding and knowledge about changing spaces from darkness and chaos to functional and spectacular. Second part: Feng-shui space is about the traditional Asian technique and how this influences the spaces. You will learn the principal of Feng shui as well as practical application. When
Saturday, 09:30—11:30, 7 September—23 November
Where
UNIS Campus
Cost
VND 1,600,000
Max
12
S6
(Min 6)
Child Safety for Nanny
Weekend x 1
This course is run by Dr. Lan Anh from the UNIS nurse’s office. During the workshop you will learn about safety in the home, focusing on the following areas: general information, how to deal with a fire, safety in the kitchen, bathroom, swimming pool, in the laundry, bedroom, and living room. Participants will also learn the principles of Basic Life Support (BLS), Danger - Respond - Send for help - Airway - Breathing - Circulation - Defibrillation approaches (DRABC), Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), the recovery position, the management of bleeding and how to deal with burns and choking. Dr. Lan Anh is a qualified professional and has over 15 years of experience working in international schools. Instruction will be in Vietnamese. When
Saturday, 5 October, 09:00—12:00
Where
UNIS Campus
Cost
VND 350,000
Language (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) L1
Vietnamese for Beginners
Weekday x 20
You will learn the basic elements of Vietnamese, including the very important skill of correct pronunciation. Learn to engage in simple conversations: greeting people, telling the time, counting and some useful vocabulary for living in Hanoi. The class meets twice a week. The teacher, Ms Thủy, has been successfully teaching for UNIS Community Education for the last four years. Highly recommended for newcomers. When Where Cost Max
L2
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 17 September to 28 November, 10:15 to 11:45 UNIS Campus VND 3,400,000 10 participants (Min 7)
Vietnamese for Upper Beginners
Weekday x 20
If you have completed the UNIS ComEd Vietnamese for Beginners, or already have the basic Vietnamese skills, this is the class for you. The teacher, Ms Thủy, has been successfully teaching for UNIS Community Education for the last four years. This class meets twice a week. When Where Cost Max
L3
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 17 September to 28 November, 8:30 to 10:00 UNIS Campus VND 3,400,000 10 participants (Min 7)
Japanese for Beginners
Weekday x 20
You will learn basic elements of Japanese through a beginner course twice a week. The course will include the following: basic grammar, reading, writing, and conversation in order to prepare students for social situations, events, greetings, farewells, etc. Your teacher will be Ms Le Thuy Nga, an experienced Japanese teacher who spent 5 years living in Japan and has taught Japanese and English for over 10 years . When
Mondays & Fridays, 9 September— 22 November, 9.00—10.30 pm
Where
UNIS campus
Cost Max
VND 3,400,000 10 participants (Min 6)
Language (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) L4
Conversational English for Complete Beginners
Weekday x 20
This course is aimed at complete beginners learning English by talking and having fun through games, role-plays and other activities while getting to know your class colleagues in a cross-cultural environment. The classes will be based on daily life/social situations such as: greetings, introducing yourself and other members of your family and friends, talking about your family and friends, telling the time, dates, money, numbers, places, daily routines, hobbies, shopping, meeting people. Learners ́ needs will be taken into account and other topics can be added to the course. A communicative approach will be used in this class, focusing on speaking skills. Moreover, building up vocabulary, practising pronunciation, using relevant grammar structures and expressions will be included . This class will meet twice a week led by Ms Eva Lorente who has over 10 years experience in teaching English to adults. When Where Cost Max
L5
Mondays & Thursdays, 23 September to 9 December, 13:30 to 15:00 UNIS Campus VND 3,400,000 12 participants (Min 7)
Conversational English for Upper Beginners
Weekday x 20
This course is aimed at students of English who can communicate in English and need further improvement. The classes will be based on daily life/social situations such as: meeting people and discussing different issues regarding personal matters or different other topics, having interviews with teachers, making appointments. However, learners ́ needs will be taken into account, and other topics can be added to the course. A cross-cultural communicative approach will be used in this class with a project work at the end of each topic in which learners will have the opportunity to practice what they have learned in a real setting, outside the classroom, i.e. carry out an interview. The course will focus on conversation and pronunciation, using the necessary language structures and useful expressions. This class will meet twice a week led by Ms Eva Lorente who has over 10 years experience in teaching English to adults. When Tuesdays & Thursdays , 24 September— 05 December, 8.30—10.00 Where
UNIS campus
Cost Max
VND 3,400,0000 12 participants (Min 7)
Movement (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) M1 (a-b-c) Adults Beginner Swimming
Weekday/ Weekend x 10
This is offered for adults who would like to improve their confidence in the water and to learn the basics of breaststroke and freestyle. Coach Andy is an experienced and certified swimming coach who previously coached at the International School of Bangkok and currently coaches the UNIS swim team. This course is for adults over 18 years ONLY. When
Where Cost Max
M1a: Wednesdays, 11 September to 20 November, 18:30 - 19:15 M1b: Fridays, 13 September to 22 November, 18:30 - 19:15 M1c: Saturdays, 14 September to 23 November, 18:30 - 19:15 UNIS Campus 1,500,000 6 participants
M2 (a-b)
Adults Master Swimming
Weekday x 10
If you are an advanced or intermediate swimmer and enjoy an evening swimming workout, coach Andy is available to help with stroke techniques and will design a swimming set for you. Coach Andy is an experienced and certified swimming coach and currently coaches the UNIS swim team. This course is for adults over 18 years only. When Where Cost Max
M2a: Mondays, 9 September to 21 November, 18:30 - 19:15 M2b: Thursdays, 12 September to 24 November, 18:30 - 19:15 UNIS Campus VND 1,500,000 15 participants (Min 3)
Movement (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) SL (1-12)
Private Swim Lessons - Pack of 4
Weekday x 4
A package of 4 private lessons is offered by Coach Andy for adults or students 8 years or older who are comfortable in the water and who would like to learn or to improve their technique in any of the four competitive strokes or any turns. Coach Andy is an experienced and certified swimming coach who previously coached at the International School of Bangkok and currently coaches the UNIS swim team. When
SL1: Mondays, 9, 16, 23, 30 September, 19:30 - 20:00 SL2: Tuesdays, 10, 17, 24 September, 1 October, 19:30 - 20:00 SL3: Wednesdays, 11, 18, 25 September, 2 October, 19:30 - 20:00 SL4: Thursdays, 12, 19, 26 September, 3 October, 19:30 - 20:00 SL5: Mondays, 14, 21, 28 October, 4 November, 19:30 - 20:00 SL6: Tuesdays, 15, 22, 29 October, 5 November, 19:30 - 20:00 SL7: Wednesdays, 16, 23, 30 October, 6 November, 19:30 - 20:00 SL8: Thursdays, 17, 24, 31 October, 7 November, 19:30 - 20:00 SL9: Mondays, 11, 18, 25 November, 2 December, 19:30 - 20:00 SL10: Tuesdays, 12, 19, 26 November, 3 December, 19:30 - 20:00 SL11: Wednesdays, 13, 20, 27 November, 4 December, 19:30 - 20:00 SL12: Thursdays, 14, 21, 28 November, 5 December , 19:30 - 20:00
Where Cost Max
SLF (1-10)
UNIS Campus VND 2,800,000 1 participant
Private Swim Lesson - (Pack of 1)
Friday x 1
This one-off lesson is offered by Coach Andy for adults or students 8 years or older who are comfortable in the water and who would like to learn or to improve their technique in any of the four competitive strokes or any turns. Coach Andy is an experienced and certified swimming coach who previously coached at the International School of Bangkok and currently coaches the UNIS swim team. When SLF1: 13 September, 19.30 – 20.00 SLF6: 25 October, 19.30 – 20.00
Where Cost Max
SLF2: 20 September, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF7: 1 November, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF3: 27 September, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF8: 8 November, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF4: 4 October, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF9: 15 November, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF5: 18 October, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF10: 22 November, 19.30 – 20.00
UNIS Campus VND 700,000 1 participant
For Children (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) K1
Baking Class (Ages 6 - 11)
Weekend x 10
Join Ms Huong in this baking class to practice the meaning of baking and cooking: greasing a tin, chopping, rubbing in, rolling out, kneading and rising. Recipes for this coming session are double ginger gingerbread men, sweet and savoury scones , passion mousse, dream roll, chocolate brownie, eclairs and puffs, honey cake, cappuccino cake, cheery pies and chocolate mousse. When
Where Cost Max
K2
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November Class 1 (Ages 6 - 8): 08:30 - 10:00 Class 2 (Ages 9 - 11): 10:00 - 11:30 UNIS Campus VND 1,500,000 8 participants (Min 6)
Saturday Art (Ages 7 - 10)
Weekend x 10
Let’s make Saturday mornings fun for the kids. A series of 10 sessions involving creative and innovative art and craft activities will make learning fun. Art acts as a form of therapy for children, helps them to forget their fears and teaches them to express their feelings and emotions. This class is offered by Ms. Nidhi Kapoor who is an Educational Consultant with specialization in Child Development and has many years of experience with children. When Where Cost Max
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November, 08:45 - 09:45 UNIS Campus VND 1,400,000 10 participants (Min 7)
For Children (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) K3
Science Fun in Vietnamese
Weekend x 10
Learn about the amazing world of science by taking part in fun science experiments. This class is instructed in Vietnamese by Ms Van, who has been working in the Science Department at UNIS for over 10 years. This is a great opportunity for Vietnamese children to learn science in their mother tongue. When
Where Cost Max
K4
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November Class 1 (Ages 6 - 7): 08:45 - 09:45 Class 2 (Ages 8 - 10): 10:00 - 11:30 UNIS Campus VND 1,000,000 15 participants (each class)
Craft Fun
Weekend x 10
Saturday mornings are made for fun and exploration. Kids love to be creative and explore the world through hands-on learning. Ms Hang will take children through the world of arts and crafts. When
Where Cost Max
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November Class 1 (Ages 8 - 10): 08:45 - 09:45 Class 2 (Ages 6 - 7): 10:00 - 11:00 UNIS Campus VND 800,000 10 participants (each class)
For Children (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) K5
Karatedo for Children (Ages 5-10)
Weekend x 10
If you are looking for an activity that boosts your self-confidence, improves your fitness and builds discipline, Karatedo is one of the best choices. Karatedo is not just a sport. It is an educational activity that helps to develop your confidence, your character & your attitude. The ultimate aim of Karatedo is to perfect human nature through training. It opens the door….but you make the decision to enter yourself. The class will be delivered by Mr Nguyen Hai Thanh who is very experienced in working with kids and has been teaching for ASA at UNIS for many years. When Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November , 08:45 - 09:45 Where UNIS Campus Cost VND 1,100,000 Max
K6
20 participants (Min 8)
Judo for Children (Ages 5 - 10)
Weekend x 10
Judo is an Olympic Sport. Judo is the heart of Japanese Martial Arts. Judo is not just about throwing your opponent. By practicing Judo, you will:
learn how to fall the right way so you can protect yourself from daily accidents.
learn how to use your opponent’s power to against them
gain self-confidence and become more disciplined
become a better person
The class will be delivered by Mr Nguyen Hai Thanh who is very experienced in working with kids and has been teaching for ASA at UNIS for many years. When Where
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November, 10:00 - 11:00 UNIS Campus
Require:
Training Mat & Judo Suit
Cost Max
VND 1,950,000 (including training Mat & Judo Suit) 20 participants (Min 8)
For Children (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) K7
Indoor Games for Children
Weekend x 10
Don’t want your children sit in front of the TV or use the iPad for hours? Feel too tired to organize activities for them at the weekend? Bring them to us for Indoor Games, we will do physical games that are healthy for the body and brain like: Popcorn Machine, Finding Nemo, Treasure Hunt.. and a lot more. Children will never stop running, jumping, laughing. This course is instructed by our UNIS staff, Ms. Vu and Ms. Ngoc who have successfully run this activity at UNIS for more than 5 years. When
Where Cost Max
K8
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November Class 1 (Ages 5 - 7): 08:30 - 10:00 Class 2 (Ages 8 - 10): 10:00 - 11:30 UNIS Campus VND 1,400,000 15 participants (Min 10)
Creating Educational Toys (Ages 8 - 10)
Weekend x 10
This Saturday activity enables children to develop simple toys through creative play. Children will gain hands-on knowledge and understanding of scientific principles by building models that can be illuminated and make sounds with simple circuits powered by batteries. Types of toys might include phones, boats, and robotic hands. With these easy-to-make projects, children can use their imagination to develop toys for fun. When Where Cost Max
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November , 10:00 - 11:00 UNIS Campus VND 900,000 10 participants (Min 7)
For Children (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) K9
Latin Dance for Children (Ages 9 - 11)
Weekend x 10
If your children like to dance and have fun, then this is the activity for them. Come along and learn interesting and exciting Latin dance moves. This is a great class for the children to keep fit, healthy and dynamic. The class is being taught by Ms. Hoai Huong who won the first prize (golden shoes) in the National Dance Competition and has many years of experience in teaching a variety of dance styles. Participants will be required to wear comfortable shoes and clothes. When Where Cost Max
K10
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November, 08:45 - 09:45 UNIS Campus VND 1,500,000 10 participants (Min 6)
Painting for Children (Ages 8 - 10)
Weekend x 10
The class focuses on using different mediums to paint, exploring idea and visual effect of how to use colour. We will experiment painting with paper, plexiglass, painting on old newspapers, using Washi (Japanese handmade paper) to create three dimensional paintings. Mr Thao is an experienced artist/ teacher who graduated from the University of Fine Arts. When Where Cost Max
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November , 10:00 - 11:00 UNIS Campus VND 1,000,000 including material cost 12 participants (Min 7)
For Children (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) K11
Saturday Basketball (Grades 3 to 10)
Weekend x 10
Basketball is a fast game that will challenge children’s fitness, ball-handling skills, and strengthen team-work. Whether your child has never played before or is an experienced player, they are welcome to learn from our coaches. The classes are delivered by Mr Bach who is very dedicated and experienced. Mr Bach has been teaching Basketball for ComEd for many years. When
Where Cost
K12
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November 09:00 - 10:30 for COED Grades 3 to 4, and Boys Grades 7 to 10 11:00 - 12:30 for Boys Grades 5 to 6, and Girls Grades 5 to 6 UNIS Basketball Courts VND 1,500,000
Saturday Baseball (7 - 12 Years)
Weekend x 10
Play ball!! Our mission is to teach the fundamentals of the game, provide you with “tools for success”, and to empower you to learn “life’s little lessons” in a fun and interactive environment. Remember: the “secret of success” is hard work and practice, and it is up to YOU!!! You will develop fundamental skills of fielding, base running, batting, and knowledge about the game. All players with experience and without any experience but a desire to learn to play baseball are welcome to learn from our coaches. The coaches will work with the players, divided into groups by age and ability. Baseball games will be scheduled with same age Japanese and Vietnamese teams. When Where Cost
Saturdays, 7 September to 30 November 14:30—15:45 for 7-9 years old & 10-12 years old UNIS Field VND 1,300,000
For Children (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) K13
Youth Fitness and Technique Swimming
(Ages 12-18)
Weekday x 10
This class is for advanced and intermediate swimmers (ages 12—18) who would like to enjoy swimming with group activities. To suitably participate in this class, you should be able to swim long distances using at least 3 different swimming styles. Coach Andy is an experienced and certified swimming coach who previously coached at the International School of Bangkok and currently coaches the UNIS swim team. When Where Cost Max
K14
Fridays, 13 September to 29 November, 17:30 - 18:30 UNIS Campus VND 1,500,000 10 participants
Youth Beginner Swimming (Ages 8-11)
Weekday x 12
This class is offered for students (ages 8 - 11) who would like to improve their confidence in the water and to learn the basics beginning with freestyle. Coach Andy is an experienced and certified swimming coach who previously coached at the International School of Bangkok and currently coaches the UNIS swim team. When
Tuesdays, 10 September to 3 December, 18:30 - 19:15
Where Cost Max
UNIS Campus VND 1,500,000 6 participants
K15 Parent and Child Swimming Level 1 (Ages 12-24 months)
Weekday/Weekend x 10
Level 1 Parent and Child Swimming Course introduces basic skills to parents and children. Parents are taught to safely work with their child in the water, including how to appropriately support and hold their child in the water and how to prepare and encourage their child to participate fully and try new skills. Children are introduced to basic skills which lay the foundation to help them to learn how to swim. Several water safety topics are also introduced and directed to parents. The class is offered by Ms Thuy who has been working at UNIS for many years. Language of instruction is Vietnamese. Requirement: Swim diapers or clothes diapers covered by tight – fitting rubber pants. Every child must be accompanied with the parent/or guardian. Parents/guardians are expected fully participate in the water. When
Tuesdays, 7:30—8:00 & Saturdays, 08:00—08:30; 7 September to 19 October
Where Cost Max
UNIS Campus VND 1,500,000 6 pairs (parents and child)
For Children (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays) SL (1-12)
Private Swim Lessons
Weekday x 4
A package of 4 private lessons is offered by Coach Andy for adults or students 8 years or older who are comfortable in the water and who would like to improve their technique in any of the four competitive strokes or any turns. Coach Andy is an experienced and certified swimming coach who previously coached at the International School of Bangkok and currently coaches the UNIS swim team. You may register for any of the 3 sessions of 4 lessons each. When SL1: Mondays, 9, 16, 23, 30 September, 19:30 - 20:00 SL2: Tuesdays, 10, 17, 24 September, 1 October, 19:30 - 20:00 SL3: Wednesdays, 11, 18, 25 September, 2 October, 19:30 - 20:00 SL4: Thursdays, 12, 19, 26 September, 3 October, 19:30 - 20:00 SL5: Mondays, 14, 21, 28 October, 4 November, 19:30 - 20:00 SL6: Tuesdays, 15, 22, 29 October, 5 November, 19:30 - 20:00 SL7: Wednesdays, 16, 23, 30 October, 6 November, 19:30 - 20:00 SL8: Thursdays, 17, 24, 31 October, 7 November, 19:30 - 20:00 SL9: Mondays, 11, 18, 25 November, 2 December, 19:30 - 20:00 SL10: Tuesdays, 12, 19, 26 November, 3 December, 19:30 - 20:00 SL11: Wednesdays, 13, 20, 27 November, 4 December, 19:30 - 20:00 SL12: Thursdays, 14, 21, 28 November, 5 December , 19:30 - 20:00 Where Cost Max
SLF (1-10)
UNIS Campus VND 2,800,000 1 participant
Private Swim Lessons
Friday x 1
This is offered by Coach Andy for adults or students 8 years or older who are comfortable in the water and who would like to improve their technique in any of the four competitive strokes or any turns. Coach Andy is an experienced and certified swimming coach who previously coached at the International School of Bangkok and currently coaches the UNIS swim team. Register for these sessions individually. When SLF1: 13 September, 19.30 – 20.00 SLF6: 25 October, 19.30 – 20.00
Where Cost Max
SLF2: 20 September, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF7: 1 November, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF3: 27 September, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF8: 8 November, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF4: 4 October, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF9: 15 November, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF5: 18 October, 19.30 – 20.00
SLF10: 22 November, 19.30 – 20.00
UNIS Campus VND 700,000 1 participant
Sport for Adults These continuing courses are self-organized and non-instructional. (no sessions during UNIS events, breaks and national holidays)
SP1
Ultimate Frisbee
Weekend
Ultimate Frisbee, the game that is taking the world by storm, uses a Frisbee instead of a ball on a football-size field with goals. Open to both men and women over age 15. When Where Cost
SP2
Saturdays, 15:00 to 17:00, 24 August to 7 December UNIS Sports Fields VND 600,000 Max 35
Street Hockey
Weeknight
Join our Street Hockey players as they spend a high-energy hour de-stressing from the first work day of the week. The tutor, Mr Phi will be there to assist any newcomers to join in the fun. Open to both men and women over age 16. When Where Cost
SP3
Mondays, 18:00 to 20:00, 26 August to 9 December UNIS Covered Basketball Court (please wear appropriate footwear) VND 600,000 Max 12
Men’s Soccer
Weekend
Join the men’s soccer group for drills and informal games on Saturday afternoons. It is better exercise than using the remote control and you’ll have a lot of fun, too. When Where Cost
SP4
Saturdays, 15:00 - 17:00, 24 August to 7 December UNIS Sports Fields VND 600,000 Max 20
Men’s Basketball
Weeknight
The Men’s Basketball team is made up of Hanoi community members who enjoy a game of Basketball. This course is for men from age 16 who already know how to play the game. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear. When Where Cost Max
SP5
Tuesdays and/or Thursdays, 19:00 to 21:00, 27 August to 12 December UNIS Covered Basketball Courts VND 600,000 once a week; VND 1,200,000 twice a week 25
Tennis for Adults
Weekend
If you are an adult who is an intermediate level or higher who would enjoy playing matches with other adults on a Saturday afternoon, join the ComEd tennis session. Players will organize their own matches - singles or doubles according to their interest level. Players supply their own balls and rackets. When Where Cost
Saturdays, 15:00 to 17:00, 24 August to 7 December (not available AM in the Fall) UNIS Campus VND 600,000 Max 20 (Min 8)