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HORIZONS is published for United States Military and Department of Defense personnel and their family members living in or assigned to the Kanto Plain (Japan) region and Japanese Nationals and their families assigned to Yokota Air Base, Japan. Horizons is the official magazine of the 374th Force Support Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan. Opinions expressed in Horizons do not necessarily represent those of the 374th Airlift Wing or the United States Air Force. No Federal endorsement of advertisers or sponsors is intended. All facility programs, event hours, and dates are subject to change.
EDITOR’S NOTE
“A piece of paper.”
That’s the answer I would have given if you asked me what getting a degree meant to me as a freshman in college. It was something that needed to be done, a necessary step to move forward with the rest of my life.
How wrong I was. What I had thought was a means to an end was a chrysalis that transformed me in ways I couldn’t have imagined. For that, I owe a great deal to my advisor and professor, Kathy Johnson, and professor Eric Hage who both guided and encouraged me all the way to graduation and beyond.
This issue of Horizons focuses on back-to-school, the FSS version. Inside, you’ll not only find information on the more practical side of enrollment and resources, but also how education, whether it’s a degree, seminar, or course, changes our perspectives.
It’s not all about papers and PowerPoints, though. At the center of education are people: mentors, teachers, fellow students, facilitators, and administrators. Acknowledging and celebrating that support is important; many of us would struggle to achieve our fullest potential without them.
Don’t miss out on the abundant opportunities at Yokota to continue learning and growing through classes and mentorship. Education gives us more than we ask for and there’s no telling where it might lead you.
Heather Olson
Writer-Editor
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OFFICERS’ & ENLISTED CLUBS
OFFICERS’ CLUB
225-8526 • Bldg. 31
/YokotaClubs
KIDS’ CLUB: UNDER THE SEA
Wed • 7 Aug • 5–7 p.m.
Officers’ Club • All Ages
Members: $15 Ages 13 & Up, $10 Ages 3–12
Nonmembers: $20 Ages 13 & Up, $15 Ages 3-12
Includes a buffet, games, and prizes!
SEAFOOD NIGHT
Wed • 14 Aug • 5–9 p.m.
Chico’s • All Ages
Reservations Recommended
Select from a menu of your seafood favorites and enjoy clam chowder, snow crab, and more! Show proof of membership and receive 15% off!
TOP OF THE TABLE MAYHEM
Sat • 17 Aug • 12–5 p.m.
Officers’ Club • Free • All Ages
Come, see, and conquer your enemies while you play your favorite table top game such as D&D, Magical Gathering, 4K, and more! Or, you can bring your own!
BUTCHER’S
CHOICE
Wed • 21 Aug • 5–9 p.m.
Chico’s • All Ages
Reservations Recommended
Choose from a selection of delicious meats: lobster, seafood, pork chops, and steaks. A salad bar and a buffet of assorted desserts are free for members and $5 for nonmembers with a $10 minimum purchase. Show proof of membership and receive 15% off!
JAZZY NIGHT ON THE ROCKS
Sat • 24 Aug • 5–8 p.m.
Officers’ Club • Ages 18 & Up*
Nonmember Food Tasting: $50
Member Food Tasting: $40, Food Only: $20
Whether it’s a date night or a night out with friends, dress to impress and enjoy the beautiful sounds of the saxophone from a live jazz band, along with wine or sake tasting and appetizers.
*Must be 20+ to consume alcohol.
The Enlisted Club is closed until further notice due to renovations. Please visit Yokota374FSS.com for updates. Thank you!
ALL RANKS
All events listed below may only be attended by enlisted and officer club members and their families.
STATE ADMISSION DINNER
Wed • 7 Aug • 5–9 p.m.
Chico’s
New York, Idaho, and Wyoming driver’s license holders receive a free dinner up to a $10 value.
CLUB MEMBERS’ KIDS EAT FREE
Tue • 13 Aug • 5-7 p.m.
Chico’s • Dine-In Only
Club members’ kids can enjoy a free meal from the kids’ menu.
RETIREE APPRECIATION DAY
Fri • 30 Aug • 5–9 p.m.
Chico’s
ENLISTED CLUB
All events listed below may only be attended by enlisted personnel and their families.
FRIDAY SOCIAL HOUR
Fridays • 4:30–6:30 p.m.
Shogun Lounge
OFFICERS’ CLUB
All events listed below may only be attended by officer personnel and their families.
FRIDAY MEMBER SOCIAL
Fridays • 5–7 p.m.
Samurai Lounge • Adults Only
LAST FRIDAY MEMBER SOCIAL
Fridays • 5–7 p.m.
Samurai Lounge • Adults Only
Join the Officer’s Club for a special social hour. Cheers to the end of the work week with a variety of hors d’oeuvres, carving stations, and the chance to win a prize from either a weekly drawing, progressive jackpot, or monthly prizes.
Sat • 28 SEP • 12–5 p.m.
O'Club Ballroom
Free • All Ages
FSS SPOTLIGHT Ssgt Diego Villarreal Keeps it
Real Through Education & Innovation
At the risk of leaning too hard into Air Force jargon, if given only one adjective to describe SSgt Diego Villarreal, it would be “hard-charger.”
Over the course of his eight-year service, he has deployed three times: to the UAE, Qatar, and Iraq. Before PCS-ing to Yokota, he was stationed at Luke AB in Arizona. Although trained in vehicle maintenance, Villarreal has consistently sought ways to make a difference in the Air Force. Learning about his accomplishments, it’s clear that his determination is fueled by his passion for education.
Since March, he has been the NCOIC of the Professional Development Center, taking on his new responsibilities with stride while continuing to challenge himself.
“When I was offered the PDC position, it initially consisted of scheduling courses, coordinating with instructors, and updating course materials. However, as I worked in this position, I decided I wanted to try teaching and holding seminars on my own. After taking Yokota University’s instructor’s course, I began teaching and found a love for education and leadership development in myself and others,” SSgt Villarreal explained.
He teaches multiple courses, including some that he created himself. These include:
• The Struggles of Being a Leader—educating audiences on the dayto-day struggles of being in leadership positions, from Junior Enlisted up to SNCOs.
• Stress Management and Seeking Help—destigmatizing seeking assistance when needed, and teaching healthy coping and stress relief mechanisms for everyday use.
• Effective Followership—showing audiences how to be good followers who think critically, provide constructive feedback to leaders, and lead laterally when needed.
The Professional Development Center, or PDC, offers non-academic training, seminars, and courses. Their motto encompasses just that: cultivating the next generation of Airmen through personal growth, professional development, and a warrior scholar culture. From leadership to mental health, they cover a broad spectrum of material with the goal of enhancing the careers of active duty members, civilians, dependents, and local nationals.
MSgt Nathaniel Inwood, the Yokota Professional Development Center Development Advisor, confirms SSgt Villarreal’s hard work. “SSgt Villarreal made an impression in his initial interview to where we knew immediately, he was the right person for the position, and he has not disappointed. He hit the ground running and never looked back since he came into the position. He has far exceeded the expectations and has been a powerhouse that continues to push the growth of YU.
His passion for teaching and taking care of people can be easily identified if you spend two minutes talking with him. It has been a large part of why he has flourished at the PDC and is why he is such a critical part of the PDC Team.
I am excited to see what else he accomplishes during his tenure as the PDC NCOIC!”
Outside of work, SSgt Villarreal is a gamer, a proud cat dad, and an amazing cook.
By Heather Olson
YOKOTA UNIVERSITY
Building the Professional Warriors of Tomorrow
Nested in the Professional Development Center is a fledgling institution that has already demonstrated itself as a powerhouse of opportunity for learning and growth: Yokota University.
Founded in 2023, Yokota University is a relatively new establishment on base. Although it is not a university in the traditional sense, efforts are underway to achieve accreditation which would allow participants to receive college credits for some courses. From first-term airmen to officers, YU was created to provide professional and personal development opportunities to everyone on base.
Staff Sergeant Villarreal, the NCOIC of the PDC, explained that the university’s main goal is to “equip every individual who attends our courses with the tools needed to develop into great leaders and mentors.” Courses are held seminarstyle and are meant to inspire discussion. “This allows people to talk about the topics at hand, bring their perspectives to the table, and learn from each other as much as they learn from the instructors,” said Villarreal. “Learning to lead is a continuous effort that must be practiced and improved throughout one’s career, preventing stagnation and complacency.”
Lecturers are sourced locally. In addition to activeduty personnel, UMGC professors volunteer their time to teach courses within their field of expertise—for free. This is hugely beneficial to the Yokota community, especially for those who are looking to experience college without committing to a degree. “We set up classes with them that fall within their realms of expertise,
allowing YU students to have instruction from subject-matter experts,” Villarreal explained.
In June, they launched Yokota’s first-ever NCO Foundations Course. While the curriculum is standardized throughout the entire Air Force, the 15 NCOs who participated brought fresh perspectives and thoughtful feedback to the course. More recently, YU hosted Yokota’s firstever First Term Officer’s Course. Another class that’s also offered is FTEC– First Term Enlisted Course.
Across all of these lectures, one of the most important aspects is the ability to network. No matter their rank, making connections can help ensure that they have a fulfilling stay on base and may even set them up for the rest of their careers with life-long friends. In the works is a new Junior Enlisted Foundations Course and an SNCO Foundations Course.
As they continue to expand, they plan to partner with more entities on base including the First Four, 5/6, Top Three clubs, M&FRC, and many more, tailoring their courses and offerings to match the needs of their students.
The future looks bright for Yokota University and Villarreal is excited: “We strive to give students the best opportunities and cannot wait to see what the future holds for our organization. Thank you to everyone who strives to learn and better themselves through continuous learning. You make Yokota University’s mission worth it!”
By Heather Olson
Photos courtesy of Diego Villarreal
The Tokyo Game Show is an international trade show for video game developers and the public, held at Makuhari Messe just outside of Tokyo. It is one of the world’s biggest game shows. Companies use this event as a venue to launch new products and showcase their latest innovations. Last year, over 300 exhibitors from various countries and regions participated in the show, exceeding the number from the previous year. Be on the lookout for new technologies and play styles!
Sign-up starts on Sat, 10 Aug at 10 a.m.
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$50 (13 & Up)
$30 (4–12 yrs)
$30 (3 & Under if a seat is needed)
ITINERARY: Depart 7:30 a.m.
Game Show 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Return 6 p.m.
Comfortable Shoes & Clothes
TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024
CANYONING AT MINAKAMI
If you are ready for a thrill ride, strap on your helmet and hold your breath! We will be sliding down waterfalls on this canyoning adventure.
SAT •7 SEP • 6 A.M.– 4:30 P.M.
$95 • AGES 13 & UP
SIGN-UP: 8 AUG–30 AUG INCLUDES: TRANSIT, EQUIPMENT & GUIDES
*ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE ABLE TO SWIM AND REMAIN UNDERWATER FOR 20 SECONDS. PROPERLY FITTING ONE-PIECE SWIMSUITS ARE REQUIRED. MINORS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.
*All participants must be able to swim and remain underwater for 20 seconds. Properly fitting one-piece swimsuits are required. Minors must be accompanied by an adult
OVERNIGHT TRIPS
OVERNIGHT HILL CLIMB BIKE TRIP AT NORIKURA HIGHLAND
Includes: Equipment & Five Balloons You’ll have a blast playing “Pop the Balloon” at the archery range!
Horsemanship Class
Sat • 31 Aug • 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
$60/Person
Learn everything from stable safety to taking care and tacking up a horse. The class includes a riding lesson and a lot of hands-on practice with the horses. You’ll get to try leading a horse on a lead rope, Fri–Sun • 5 Jul–1 Sep • 4–8 p.m.
Ashley Jensen: Brains and Brawn
With over a decade of experience in weightlifting and currently studying for her bachelor’s in exercise science, Ashley Jensen has the brains and brawn to help you achieve your fitness goals. She is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. While weightlifting is her primary choice for exercise, she also enjoys high-intensity interval training.
Call the front desk at the Samurai Fitness Center to start training with Ashely!
2024 TAMA HILLS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
Sat–Sun • 28–29 Sep 8 a.m. Shotgun Start
$75/Per Golfer + Applicable Golf Fees
Don’t miss the Tama Hills Club Championship 36-hole stroke play event! Golfers are separated into flights and compete for prizes.
Learning to be a Leader: Airman Leadership School
It wouldn’t be a back-to-school edition of Horizons without acknowledging Airman Leadership School, or ALS. As the first level of Professional Military Education (PME) that enlisted Airmen and select civilians receive, the fiveweek course is a transformative experience for all participants.
“Our mission is to grow Airmen and develop them into competent supervisors that can accomplish their mission and take care of tomorrow’s Air Force,” said ALS Commandant, Master Sergeant Alex Kelley.
While short in length compared to a standard college semester, the gravity of the course should not be underestimated. “Often, the hardest part in the adjustment is being responsible for someone else and realizing the impacts your decisions can have on their career,” said Kelley.
Senior Airman John Sale, a lead plans and programs technician for the 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron, graduated with the 24-Delta Class. Sale had anticipated learning a lot more administrative work.
“Going into ALS, I thought that we’d be focused on the more administrative aspects of being an NCO, learning how to write bullets and paperwork,” Sale said. “What I found was that it was so much less about the task-oriented focus and more about how leadership is multi-faceted. Your leadership is so much more about what you can do for your people, rather than just telling people what to do.”
Senior Airman Jared Griffin echoed Sale’s findings. Both empowering and eye-opening, he noted that ALS made him more confident and gave him more clarity on his role in the Air Force’s mission. “Going through ALS made me realize that even as a Senior Airman, you still have tools to take care of people.”
It’s not just military personnel who find ALS to be revelatory to their job.
Wendy Iwamoto, an employee management relations lead specialist at the Civilian Personnel Office, was the first Japanese local national to complete ALS at Yokota in class 23-F.
“I feel incredibly honored and humbled to be the first Japanese national to complete this program. I owe this achievement to my FSS leaders who believed in me and trusted me to pave the way for other Japanese nationals,” she said.
SrA John Sale SrA Jared Griffin
She found the course enriched her understanding of her work on a day-today basis.
“I learned about the core values of the Air Force and the true meaning of the mission we support,” Iwamoto added. “I gained insights that I didn’t even know I was missing, which have equipped me to better understand and support our active-duty supervisors who seek our advice and counsel.”
Shannon Hawkins, an operations clerk at the Force Support Squadron Marketing Office, graduated with class 24-D. She too felt that ALS was an opportunity to gain insight into her job.
“Even some of the aspects of the marketing office that you wouldn’t necessarily connect to the mission are part of the mission,” said Hawkins. “During COVID, for example, the marketing office was critical in ensuring that facilities had proper signage displayed. We might not be on the flight line, but we are still doing important work to support the base community and the mission as a whole.”
Hawkins was also the recipient of the Commandant’s Award. The Commandant Award is given at the discretion of the ALS commandant to the individual who made the most significant contribution to the overall success of their class.
In summation of the experience, Sale noted, “Your service will demand so much more from you than it can give back. That’s what service is. So, when it comes to leadership, the people are the mission.”
By Heather Olson
Wendy Iwamoto
Shannon Hawkins
LIFE & LEISURE
SPONSORED BY YOU: MAKING YOKOTA FEEL LIKE HOME
HOME IS WHERE THE AIR FORCE SENDS YOU.
That’s the adage many use to armor themselves against the stresses of PCS-ing. With the average military family moving every two to three years, adapting to a new community is very much part of the lifestyle. However, it can still be difficult even for seasoned veterans. There are no two ways about it: adjusting to a new place, making new friends, and helping children get situated is a lot for anyone, whether married, married with children, or single. Pile all of that on top of moving to a foreign country, and you’ve got a Fujisized mountain of questions, conundrums, and, quite frankly, headaches.
Enter the Sponsorship Program. Designed to serve as the link between the inbound member and family and the unit, the program is vital to ensuring newly arrived personnel feel welcomed and comfortable at their new base. Whether it’s giving them a tour or just answering questions, a sponsor has the power to give their sponsee a first and lasting impression of their duty station. Ideally, sponsors volunteer to do so, but they can also be assigned. Once a sponsor is established, they receive training through the Military and Family Readiness Center. The training provides them with the resources and information they need to pass along to their sponsees.
Senior Airman Bryan Scanapieco volunteered as a sponsor. “Having been through the process of being a first-term Airman overseas, I knew that I would need to answer a lot of questions, and I did.” Another important aspect that Scanapieco mentioned was giving sponsees a tour. “Making sure they have a general idea of where everything is on base helps them feel a little more at home.” The experience was beneficial not only for his sponsee but for himself as well. His first sponsee was someone he had deployed with previously. When his second sponsee arrived, he asked his first how he could improve and become a better sponsor. “It was really good to get that feedback, that way I could be more helpful.” For Scanapieco, patience is key. “When you’re new, you have a lot of questions, and it’s easy to forget what that’s like,” he says. Getting the answers that he needed helped him a lot during his first few weeks at Yokota.
Staff Sargent Westley Jacobus came to the Sponsorship Program as a form of alchemy. Having been a sponsor for three years at two different bases, Jacobus’ goal is to ensure that incoming personnel have what they need to make a smooth transition. A difficult PCS to Kunsan AB inspired him to take the reins as a sponsor. “It was during COVID, so that added to the complication of moving there and not having a good sponsor. I didn’t want what happened to me to happen to anyone else, so I took my experience and let that inform the way I help my sponsees.” Jacobus pointed to communication as the linchpin to a successful transition. “Contact them early and often. Continue to check in and ask if they need anything over the first few weeks. Often, questions come to people as they encounter different situations,” he added. It can be hard to be away from everyone and everything you’ve ever known. Both Scanapieco and Jacobus agree that newcomers should try to get out and explore Japan as much as possible. “It’s an amazing country with an incredibly rich culture,” says Jacobus. Both also agree that it’s important to build a chosen family while here, whether it’s a partner or friends. Meeting people and forming relationships have helped them both feel at home. When asked about advice for those who may be nervous about PCS-ing, Scanapieco offered this: “For me, it comes back to the four pillars of resiliency: mental, physical, social, and spiritual. Making sure you fulfill those aspects of your life is essential to a successful tour at any duty station.”
There are many aspects of our lives that are out of our control in the military. While moving is a huge mental and emotional hurdle, there are people and resources that can help. Being a sponsor doesn’t just impact one family or one individual but ripples outward.
“At the end of the day, I think sponsorship equates to readiness. The faster newcomers are able to adjust to their new surroundings, the faster they are able to be mission-capable. They are really a bridge to help ease the stress of PCS and the tools to embrace the community and assignment, to focus on what's important,” said Gloria Bun, the Community Readiness Consultant at the M&FRC.
Active duty members and their families are sent all over the world to make the mission happen. To those incoming or having PCS’ed to Yokota over the summer, welcome! We hope you enjoy your time in your new home.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Call 225-8725 today!
By Heather Olson
Pictured: SSgt Westley Jacobus with his wife Sakiko and daughter Yuna.
Pictured: SrA Bryan Scanapieco and his partner.
MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS
CENTER (M&FRC)
225-8725/042-507-6548 • Bldg. 535
/YokotaFSSResources
To register for classes, courses, events, and workshops, please contact the M&FRC.
Tips for Teaching English
Mon• 5 Aug • 1:30–3 p.m.
M&FRC • Free • Ages 18 & Up
This workshop offers helpful tips and strategies that will enhance your abilities to pursue teaching English in Japan.
CULTURAL AWARENESS
CUSTOMS & COURTESIES:
Mon • 19 Aug • 1:30–3 p.m.
M&FRC • Free • Ages 18 & Up
Come learn the customs and courtesies of Japanese culture! Become more comfortable exploring Japan by understanding how to engage through appropriate greetings, eating in restaurants, conversations, and so much more.
PERSONAL FINANCIAL READINESS–TOUCHPOINT TUESDAY
VESTING IN THE TSP
Tue • 20 Aug • 10 a.m.
PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION Tue • 27 Aug • 10 a.m.
AUTO HOBBY SHOP
225-7623 • Bldg. 4086
/YokotaFSSLifestyle
A/C SERVICE
STATION–
THE ONLY ONE ON YOKOTA!
Make sure your car’s air conditioning can beat the heat this summer with a check-up from Auto Hobby!
A/C System Check for R-134a System
o $30.00 for Single A/C
o $45.00 for Dual A/C
Included:
o Evacuate Refrigerant
o Flush A/C System
o Refill Refrigerant
o Leak Detector Fluorescent Dye
*Material Cost (A/C Refrigerant, Leak Detector Dye) is not included. Call 225-7623 for details.
WINDOW
TINTING SERVICE
Starting at $125
Include: Materials & Labor
Stop by the Auto Hobby Shop and take a look at their window tint samples on display. Choose between anti-UV or infrared film. Then, pick a color tint: smoke, brown, metallic, or clear.
VEHICLE OPERATIONS
225-7720 • Bldg. 1290
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Uniforms at University: Earning Stripes and Degrees
The kids are headed back to school; why not you?
According to Pew Research, “92% of enlisted personnel have completed high school or some college. ”No matter where you fall on that spectrum, the Education and Training Center can help you reach your educational goals. They provide step-by-step guidance in selecting and enrolling in programs. Not active duty? No problem! The Education and Training Center also supports spouses and dependents in their educational journeys.
Fitting classes into an active duty lifestyle can seem daunting. Service members and spouses alike need to juggle the requirements of a high-tempo mission and the unpredictability of military life. While those aspects should be taken into consideration when looking into schooling, they shouldn’t deter anyone. Taylor Howland, the Civilian Training Manager for the Education Center, encourages those interested in pursuing their education. “We have counselors with degrees in adult education who can assist you through the entire process.”
Selecting a degree program that accepts tuition assistance is made easy by the DoD. The DoD MOU website lists all participating universities. All institutions listed must be regionally accredited, so there is no question of legitimacy when it comes to selecting a program. Howland notes that active duty individuals must attend a briefing about their tuition assistance benefits, held every Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Education Center.
New college students are required to take a class with UMGC or EmbryRiddle to acclimate to college-level work and receive any support they may need. “You have a lot of options and flexibility as far as if you prefer taking online classes or in-person classes at night. The in-person classes are always full, and it’s great to see the interest in the classroom setting.” says Howland.
Another option is earning credits through the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). The first attempt at the CLEP test is free, regardless of the result, offering a great way to complete general education credits.
It’s never too early or too late to start thinking about attending college. Stop by the Education and Training Center today and let them help you achieve your educational goals!
By Heather Olson
Parker, K., Cilluffo, A., & Stepler, R. (2017). 6 facts about the U.S. military and its changing demographics. Pew Research Center. Retrieved from https://www. pewresearch.org/short-reads/2017/04/13/6-facts-about-the-u-s-military-andits-changing-demographics/
Photo courtesy of Diego Villarreal
ONGOING EVENTS
M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. TOKYO DISCOVERY M&FRC • 8 a.m.–4 p.m. EEP/NEO TRAINING
For further details on all FSS events, please refer to the directed Horizons sections listed above. All facility programs, event hours and dates are subject to change.
From karate and ballet to hip-hop and more, the Taiyo offers classes to get your little ones moving! For the most up-to-date information on classes, please visit Yokota374FSS.com.
MEET SOME OF OUR TALENTED INSTRUCTORS
Kayoko Hara has been teaching ballet at Yokota for 25 years. Ballet has been a lifelong passion for her, beginning her studies at the Shimada Ballet School at the age of four. She received further training at the Tani Momoko Ballet School and the Unique Ballet Theater. At twenty-three,
With over 37 years of teaching experience and numerous accolades, Yasushi Abe is an accomplished educator and competitor. As a P.E. teacher, he has received widespread recognition for his expertise both in the classroom and on the dojo mat. His achievements include a letter of appreciation from the Governor of Tokyo and winning the All Japan Teachers Karate-Do Tournament for eight consecutive years, setting a homeland, New Zealand, in his late teens. During that time, he took up dancing and martial arts, eventually working as a professional dancer in Japan for over 15 years. He appeared in numerous TV commercials, music videos, and stage shows. For the past 20 years, he has been running an English school and dance studio in Hachioji, gaining extensive experience working with young children. Although Jason’s classes are divided into age groups, they are all suitable for beginners.
she decided to share the magic of ballet by becoming a teacher. Kayoko focuses on establishing basic ballet movements. Given the transient nature of her students, her goal is to ensure they acquire and refine the skills needed to succeed in any dance studio.
AUGUST CLASS SCHEDULE
ARTS & CRAFTS • 225-7837
CERAMICS/POTTERY
CERAMICS 101
DATE TIME AGES COST
Wed • 7, 14, 21, 285–6:30 p.m.18 & Up
INTRODUCTION TO CLAY FOR TEENS
$80/4 Sessions (Materials Included)
DATE TIME AGES COST
Fri • 9, 16, 23, 303:30–4:30 p.m.11–15
CLAY PLAY A.M. CLASS
$60/4 Sessions (Materials Included)
DATE TIME AGES COST
Tue • 6, 13
Thu • 22, 29
Fri • 9, 16
10:30–11:30 a.m. 6–12
CLAY PLAY P.M. CLASS
$30/2 Sessions (Materials Included)
DATE TIME AGES COST
Tue • 20, 27
Wed • 7, 14
Thu • 8, 15
3:30–4:30 p.m.6–12
FAMILY CLAY CLASS
$30/2 Sessions (Materials Included)
DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat • 3 & 1010:30–11:30 a.m.All Ages
$30/Session (Materials Included)
Young children must be accompanied by a legal guardian or parents.
CRAFTS
WOODWORKING SAFETY TRAINING
DATE TIME AGES COST
Sat • 3 9:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 16 & Up
MACRAMÉ & HAMMOCK SWING
$10/Session (Materials Included)
DATETIME AGES COST
Fri • 16, 233–5 p.m.18 & Up
$25/Class ($10 Material Fee/Macramé, $15/Hammock)
JAPANESE CRAFTS
SHODO (JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY)
DATE TIME AGES COST Thu • 1, 8, 154:30–6 p.m. 18 & Up $10/Session (Materials Included)
ART OF JAPANESE GIFT WRAPPING DATE TIME AGES COST Fri • 16 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. 18 & Up $12/Class ($5 Material Fee)
OBI WALL HANGING
DATE TIME AGES COST Sat • 10 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18 & Up$30/Class
OBI CENTER PIECE
DATE TIME AGES COST Sat • 24 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. 18 & Up$30/Class
BONSAI PRUNING CLASS
DATE TIME AGES COST Sat • 10, 24 10 a.m.–12 p.m. 18 & Up $8/Session ($25 Material Fee)
QUILTING AND NEEDLEWORKS
QUILTING
DATE TIME AGES COST Tue • 13, 274–6 p.m. 18 & Up$10/Class Bring an ongoing project or purchase a starter kit when signing up.
