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We have a great lineup of Adult Enrichment courses with something for everyone — favorites and fresh new courses, too! Start your learning adventure with Farmington Continuing Education!

Art, Games & Hobbies

Career Development

Computers & Technology

Financial & Retirement

Health & Wellness

Music, Dance & Drama

Nature & Outdoors

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Featured Courses

Music Lessons for Beginners (individual)
Music, Dance & Drama

Lessons are available in Acoustic/Electric Guitar, Electric Bass, Ukulele, Mandolin, or Music Theory and Improvisation (pop, blues, and jazz-oriented - NOT classical or traditional). Beginner lessons will introduce basic playing to beginners - no previous music knowledge is needed. Emphasis will be on learning skills by playing classic pop songs. Essential skills and basic note-reading are taught in a fun, supportive setting that allows for development at each student's pace. Program Specifics: Sessions: A: Tuesdays, January 12 - February 2 B: Tuesdays, February 9 - March 2 C: Tuesdays, March 9 - 30 D: Tuesdays, April 6 - 27 E: Tuesdays, May 4 - 25 Lessons are available between 12:30 PM and 9 PM. Each lesson is 30 minutes. Daily lesson materials will be provided by email. Additional books, depending on individual goals, will be recommended but not provided. Registrants will be asked to denote which instrument, online platform, and lesson time they prefer during the registration process.

Winter/Spring 2021

Zumba®
Fitness

Zumba® is a dance-based fitness course that uses a combination of Latin and international music. It's a cardio-based workout that offers some components of resistance/sculpting training to tone your entire body from top to bottom and from inside out. It's fun, easy and a type of exercise you will want to do every day. The music, the steps, the moves, and the feel are unlike anything you have ever experienced before. The course is designed for everyone. If you can move, you can Zumba®! Wear comfortable clothing! PLEASE NOTE - Students can choose to attend this course either online through Zoom or in-person. Registrants will receive an email from Farmington Continuing Education (continuinged@fpsct.org) containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

Winter/Spring 2021

Yoga
Fitness

Focus on the basics of yoga - for all ages and conditions. Increase your flexibility, reduce stress, and bring a sense of calm to your busy life. Yoga will tone the body, discipline the mind, and improve your overall health. Each session includes stretches, simple breathing techniques, and relaxation. Students should wear comfortable clothing, have a yoga mat and firm pillow available, and do not eat a big meal before class. Instruction will take place through Zoom. Registrants will receive an email from Farmington Continuing Education (ferraria@fpsct.org) containing a link and instructor information before the start of the course.

Winter/Spring 2021

Cardio Fitness
Fitness

A friendly exercise program that combines low-impact aerobics with stretching, strength training, and routines to improve flexibility, muscular strength, balance, and cardiovascular fitness. Previous punch cards purchased can be used. Bring a mat, hand weights, resistance bands, and a water bottle. Parking is on School Street or Church Street NOT in the Noah Wallace School or Barney Library parking lots!

Winter/Spring 2021

Exploring Yoga
Fitness

This course is perfect for those new to yoga or those looking for a slower-paced practice, offering a safe and welcoming environment to explore yoga's many benefits. Breathwork, a brief meditation, warm-ups, poses to increase strength, flexibility, balance, and new poses will all be explored! Bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks, straps, and a blanket for rest (Shavasana).

Winter/Spring 2021

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