U3A Geelong   University of the Third Age
Classes on Monday during 2013

Book Group
Members read the same book (from a list democratically drawn up) and discuss content, style, author's background, individual perception and understanding, etc.
	182-01	Monday	13:30-1500	1st in Month	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Waitlist
		Venue: Cobbin Farm 231 Grove Rd GROVEDALE
		Tutor: Inge Davies  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 1/7 5/8 2/9 7/10 4/11 2/12

Bridge - Contract
U3A affiliated with the Victorian Bridge Association
	628-01	Monday	12:00-1600	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Call Tutor
		Venue: Surf Coast Community Hub Surf Coast Highway Torquay
		Tutor: Elizabeth Wapshott  Enquiries/Bookings: 5261 4717
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Computer Basics for Beginners
Course is suitable for students who wish to learn the basics of computing which would include word processing, emailing and surfing the web.
	455-01	Monday	09:00-1100	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 14	Waitlist
		Venue: Geelong Library - Waurn Ponds 140 Pioneer Road Waurn Ponds
		Tutor: Ann Ferguson  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Cryptic Crosswords
The group meets to discuss clue solving techniques and to attempt cryptic crosswords.
	482-01	Monday	13:00-1500	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Waitlist
		Venue: Listening Post 79 Vines Road HAMLYN HEIGHTS
		Tutor: Peter Andjelkovic  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Discussion Group
Our members submit topics and we will discuss anything. Preferred topics will be controversial, debatable, topical, and good-natured dissention is the norm. We also organise a luncheon together at least once a year.
	122-01	Monday	13:15-1445	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Waitlist
		Venue: Black Bull Restaurant 48 Moorabool St GEELONG
		Tutor: Joan Keating  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Drawing Skills Development
The aim of this course is to develop skills in drawing in all mediums.
	173-01	Monday	10:00-1230	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Open
		Venue: Vines Rd Community Centre 49 Vines Rd HAMLYN HEIGHTS
		Tutor: Yvonne Stout  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Music: Active Listening to
A Monday morning of great music - what away to start the week! In this music appreciation class (run as a shared-tutor basis by Margaret Hughes, Anne Pilgrim and Dr. Malcolm John) we explore many aspects of music from the Middle Ages to the present day - the history of music, composers, musical terms, instruments, etc. We listen to recorded music and, whenever possible, invite college music teachers to bring their music students to play and sing, and other local musicians to talk and bring us live music. Class members also have an opportunity to participate.
	111-01	Monday	10:00-1200	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Waitlist
		Venue: St Peters Church Hall Draper St. OCEAN GROVE
		Tutor: Margaret Hughes  Enquiries/Bookings: 5256 2195
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Palaeoanthropology
"Out Of Africa 2" the Spread and Occupation of Australasia by Modern Humans.
	656-01	Monday	09:45-1115	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Waitlist
		Venue: Cobbin Farm 231 Grove Rd GROVEDALE
		Tutor: Dennis Govan  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Politics
Everyone knows something about politics. The main emphasis in this class is on the discussion of contemporary politics in Australia and the world. The functions of parliaments, governments, political parties, prime ministers, constitutions, judicial systems and electoral systems are among the topics covered.
	104-01	Monday	10:00-1200	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Call Tutor
		Venue: Cobbin Farm 231 Grove Rd GROVEDALE
		Tutor: John Craig  Enquiries/Bookings: 5221 1137
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Relaxation with Sounds of Tibetan Healing
An experience in relaxation to increase your feeling of well-being and the possibility health benefits. Covers breathing awareness, visualisation, Tibetan healing bowls. Use of other instruments may be included and there will be some brief explanation of history and the techniques in sounding and use of bowls. In week four there will be an opportunity to bring your own bowls.
	636-01	Monday	13:30-1430	Weekly	04/02/2013-24/06/2013	Terms: 12	Open
		Venue: Cobbin Farm 231 Grove Rd GROVEDALE
		Tutor: Diana Alexander  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 24/6

Science and Civilization
Links Science and Civilization, famous (past) scientists, blood groups, migrations, DNA, man's origin, language and writing development, measurement, trade, tools, explorations, navigation, astronomy, ancient monuments, environment. Group discussion and class presentations will be encouraged and topics canvassed. Creationists are advised that evolution and other possible origins of man will be explored.
	341-01	Monday	13:30-1530	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Open
		Venue: Cobbin Farm 231 Grove Rd GROVEDALE
		Tutor: Roger Lamb  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Shakespeare's "other" plays
Yes, we all know Macbeth and Hamlet and Romeo and Juliet and what wonderful works they are. But so are many of the others, though they are not often performed. This class will read and discuss some of the less familiar plays of Shakespeare – Measure For Measure, The Winter’s Tale, Henry IV (1 & 2), Titus Andronicus, Cymbeline, The Tempest and others. We will make use of some video performances in our discussions, but essentially we will be using the text.
	657-01	Monday	13:30-1500	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 124	Open
		Venue: Cobbin Farm 231 Grove Rd GROVEDALE
		Tutor: Garry Kinnane  Enquiries/Bookings: 5251 1369
		Classes: 24/6 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Spanish for Beginners
An introduction to the Spanish Language for absolute beginners, or those with very little Spanish. Whilst some basic grammar will be necessary, the focus will be on learning how to ask and answer questions and to learn words and phrases necessary for everyday conversations. Equally important will be having fun and not being too concerned about making mistakes. Lead by Anne Carne and Mary Tieman.
	360-01	Monday	13:00-1500	Weekly	05/02/2013-03/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Waitlist
		Venue: Cobbin Farm 231 Grove Rd GROVEDALE
		Tutor: Mary Tieman; Anne Carne  Enquiries/Bookings: 0408 510 399
		Classes: 25/6 16/7 23/7 30/7 6/8 13/8 20/8 27/8 3/9 10/9 17/9 8/10 15/10 22/10 29/10 12/11 19/11 26/11 3/12

Weather and Climate - Introductory
What causes the weather in different parts of the earth, particularly Australia? An illustrated look at how weather works and the pattern of climates that result.
	671-01	Monday	09:30-1100	Weekly	04/03/2013-24/06/2013	Terms: 12	Waitlist
		Venue: Cobbin Farm 231 Grove Rd GROVEDALE
		Tutor: Lindsay Smail  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 24/6

Yoga - Beginners
This yoga class covers gentle yoga postures, breathing techniques and relaxation. With yoga practices you can expect: greater flexibility, more efficient breathing, better alignment and a sense of well-being.
	426-01	Monday	10:30-1145	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Waitlist
		Venue: St Lukes Uniting Church 174 Barrabool Street HIGHTON
		Tutor: Lori Hutton  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5244 5114
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

Yoga - Ongoing
This yoga class covers gentle yoga postures, breathing techniques and relaxation. With yoga practices you can expect: greater flexibility, more efficient breathing, better alignment and a sense of well-being.
	380-01	Monday	09:00-1015	Weekly	04/02/2013-02/12/2013	Terms: 1234	Waitlist
		Venue: St Lukes Uniting Church 174 Barrabool Street HIGHTON
		Tutor: Lori Hutton  Enquiries/Bookings: 03 5222 7012
		Classes: 24/6 15/7 22/7 29/7 5/8 12/8 19/8 26/8 2/9 9/9 16/9 7/10 14/10 21/10 28/10 4/11 11/11 18/11 25/11 2/12

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