Santa Clara Adult Education
Classes taught by Janine Sahm
Fencing Classes

Fencing Pedagogy (Fencing Masters Program)
Dedicated to the professional training and certification of fencing teachers, this class will teach the skills needed to be a confident and effective fencing instructor.  Candidates will master the complete theory and practice of the Classical Italian system, with instruction comparable to that one receives in Italy, one of the world’s leading fencing countries.  Do not want to be a teacher?  Intermediate/advanced fencers wishing to improve  their competitive skills or to learn sabre or epee are welcome.  Required Text: The Science    of Fencing by Dr. William M. Gaugler, available for purchase in class. Prerequisite: Students must have successfully completed Fencing-All Levels or have equivalent fencing experience.

DAY: Saturday
TIME:  12:00 - 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Multi (SCAE Main Campus, 1840 Benton St., Santa Clara)
# OF MTGS.: 10
START DATE AND FEE: See on-line catalog

Fencing - All Levels
All levels welcome!  Be part of 500 years of dueling tradition by learning the art and science of fencing.  Based on the celebrated Military Masters School in Rome, this system will teach the beginner the fundamentals of the Italian foil, how to move on the strip and execute offensive, defensive, and counteroffensive actions.  Intermediate to advanced students will continue to develop their skills while learning the full range of actions.  More advanced students will have the opportunity to bout and learn the skills of sabre or epee if desired.  Fencing is a workout for body and mind!  Develop concentration, economy of motion, and discipline.  Participants must be 18 years or older.  Wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.  All fencing equipment is supplied.

DAYS:  Wednesdays/Fridays
TIME:  6:30 - 8:00 PM/7:30 - 9:00 PM
LOCATION: Multi (SCAE Main Campus, 1840 Benton St., Santa Clara)
# OF MTGS.: 10 Per 5-week session
START DATE AND FEE: See on-line catalog

Fine Art Classes

Linocut/Woodcut Printmaking
All skill levels welcome!  Students will learn how to carve either a linoleum or wood block, ink it and make a print suitable for framing or making greeting cards.  The class will cover such topics as materials, safety, printing, multi-color prints, and more.  This form of printmaking does not require a press and is relatively inexpensive.  A supply list will be discussed the first day of class.  Limited supplies available for use in class. 

DAY:  Thursday
TIME:  6:30 - 8:30 PM
LOCATION: H2
# OF MTGS.: 5
START DATE AND FEE: See on-line catalog

Acrylic and Oil Painting
All levels welcome.  Mini lectures will be given on such topics as color theory, palette organization, composition, and more.  Individual instruction and guidance will be given on students' specific projects.  A supply list will be discussed the first day of class.

DAY:  Tuesday
TIME:  6:30 - 9:30 PM
LOCATION:  H2
# OF MTGS.:  10
START DATE AND FEE:  See on-line catalog

Drawing - All Levels
All skill levels welcome.  Learn the basics of working with graphite (pencil) on paper.  the beginning student will learn the fundamentals of composition, perspective, and how to render convincing 3D images using light and shadow.  Continuing, and advanced, students will continue to develop the basic skills and have the opportunity  to work with new tools, such as conte crayon, silverpoint, charcoal, or pen and ink.  A supply list will be discussed the first class meeting. 

DAY:  Monday
TIME:  12:15 - 2:15 PM
LOCATION:  H2
# OF MTGS.:  10
START DATE AND FEE:  See on-line catalog

Watercolor/Pen and Ink
This class will explore two mediums, watercolor and pen and ink, both individually and how they can be worked together.  Students can work solely in watercolor or pen and ink, or they can combine the mediums.  Watercolor techniques, such as dry brush, wet on wet, over washes and texture will be demonstrated and practiced.  The possibilities of pen and ink will be explored.  The student will learn how to make a variety of lines with different materials in order to build rich drawings.  Watercolor can be used to tint pen and in drawings, or pen and ink can be used to enhance and give structure to a watercolor.  A supply list will be discussed the first day of class.

DAY:  Tuesday
TIME:  9:00 AM - !2:00 PM
LOCATION:  H2
# OF MTGS.:  10
START DATE AND FEE:  See on-line catalog

Fiber Arts and Beading Classes

Knitting and Crocheting for All Levels
From scarves to sweaters, from knitting to crocheting, learn the basics of the creative pastimes.  No experience?  No problem.  Beginners will learn the basic stitches, how to read patterns, and how to choose the right yarn and needles/hook.  Advanced students will continue to develop their skills by learning to fix mistakes, working with beads, designing their own patterns, or just getting the guidance and motivation needed to finish those unfinished projects.  If you already have materials or a project, bring it in.  Otherwise, a supply list will be discussed the first night of class.

DAY:  Monday
TIME:  6:30 - 8:30 pm
LOCATION:  H2
# OF MTGS.:  See on-line catalog
START DATE AND FEE:  See on-line catalog

Beading Techniques
Always wanted to make your own earrings?  Or learn how to weave a bracelet?  Students will learn the basics of stringing, needle weaving, loom weaving and wire wrapping.  Guided projects will be given for those who need step-by-step instruction or who are new to beading.  More advanced students are welcome to bring their own projects or choose a project from instructor's selection.  All supplies will be provided for the guided projects.

DAY: Thursday
TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
LOCATION: H2
# OF MTGS.: 5
START DATE AND FEE:  See on-line catalog

Campbell Adult and Community Education

Knit and Crochet
Great for the beginner or the advanced student!  Beginners will learn the basic skills of knitting/crocheting, how to read patterns, the ins and outs of materials.  Intermediate/advanced students will develop current skills and learn new skills such as new stitches, working with beads and pattern altering and drafting.  Get a jump on holiday gifts or inspiration to finish that forgotten, unfinished project. 

DAY:  Friday
TIME:  12:30 - 2:30 PM
LOCATION:  Room 2 @ Blackford
# OF MTGS.: 8
START DATE AND FEE:  See on-line catalog

Beading Techniques
Always wanted to make your own earrings?  Or learn how to weave a bracelet?  Students will learn the basics of stringing, needle weaving, loom weaving and wire wrapping.  Guided projects will be given for those who need step-by-step instruction or who are new to beading.  More advanced students
are welcome to bring their own projects or choose a project from instructor's selection.  All supplies will be provided for the guided projects.

DAY: Thursday
TIME: 12:30 - 2:30 PM
LOCATION: Room 2 @ Blackford
# OF MTGS.: 8
START DATE AND FEE:  See on-line catalog

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Santa Clara Adult Education

Campbell Adult and Community Education