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mandala New!
Mandalas for Meditation

4 week series: February 9th - March 2nd
Tuesdays in Classroom G from 3-5 pm


Artist-teacher Sharon Wheeler created Mandalas for Meditation using a format to suit the needs of non-artists and accomplished artists alike. Her foolproof approach enables participants to create amazing works of art that stimulate the right brain, unlock creativity and nourish spirituality The final product is a tool for deep meditation, relaxation and self-reflection.

For more information and to register for classes, please contact Dana Helwick: (310) 519-0936 or
animation angel New!
Animation Angel by Andres Alvarez

Starting: February 21, 2010
Sundays in Classroom G from 1-2 pm


Ever wanted to draw your favorite cartoons and Mangas? This class will finally make that dream a reality, students will learn the fundamentals of drawing through your favorite cartoons styles.

Each student will use a variety of artistic supplies such as Col-erase pencils, Prisma color pencils, Tombow brush pens, and Mars lumagraph pencils. 11x17 paper will be used and students will be encouraged to purchase sketchbooks.

(all ages welcome) $95 supply fee $25

Andres Alvarez has spent the past 10 years working in the animation and game industry. His work can be seen in such shows as Fairly odd Parents, Men in Black, Starship troopers, TinkerBell, and Animax Entertainment!

For more information and to register for classes, please call 310-951-7597 or visit website
New!
Mommy & Me

Wednesdays in Classroom G and Saturdays in Building H
10 Wednesdays, February 24th - April 28th, from 2:30-3:30pm
5 alternating Saturdays, February 20th - April 17th, from 10am-11am

An interactive class for mommies and babies to enjoy fun and educational activities!
Mommy + Baby fee (including all materials) :
- $15/class
- $150 for 10 classes
- $200 for all 15 classes

For more information and to register for classes, please contact Dana Helwick: (310) 519-0936 or


New!
Solo Salsa for All Ages

6 Week Series: February 10th - March 17th
Wednesdays in Building H from 4-5pm

These classes are designed to teach individuals of all ages basic movement and rhythms of various Latin dance styles. Beginning with Cha Cha Cha, students will also learn Merengue, Cumbia, and Mambo. The last class will culminate with set choreography using these various Latin dance techniques. Come alone, bring a friend or your family! All classes are designed to work at all levels of learning in a fun, friendly and patient environment.
Walk-In fee for any class:
Adults/ Teenager $7 - Child ( 5 yrs + ) $5 - Parent & Child $10

Or enjoy all of our classes for a SPECIAL 6 WEEK OFFER:
Adult/Teenager $35 - Child ( 5-12 yrs) $25 - Parent & Child $50

For more information and to register for classes, please contact Norma Pedregon: (310) 830-2577 or
New!
Ceramics with Delora

Wednesdays in F Classroom from 10am-12pm
beginning January 27, 2010

Create your own pieces!
Come and visit!
($100 for 5 weeks of classes)

For more information and to register for classes, please call Angels Gate Studio Artist Delora Bertsch: (866) 321-4230 and leave a message or send a text message to (310) 404-6194


New!
ZUMBA Fitness

Tuesday & Thursday evenings
on-going classes begin on February 9 & 11, 2010
7:45PM - 8:45PM in Building H

ZUMBA is a non-stop cardio dance party! With its exciting, upbeat Latin and World music mix of high energy dance moves, combining fast and slow movements that tone and sculpt the entire body, you'll forget its a workout! ZUMBA utilizes the principles of aerobic intervals and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body conditioning. ZUMBA is fun and easy! Join the Dance Party!

For more information and to register for classes contact : Carmen Infante (310) 993-0530 Professional Latin Dancer / Fitness Instructor www.LatinDance4Fitness.com
logan fox Master Painting with Logan Fox
Learn basic and advanced techniques for painting with instructor and Angels Gate Studio Artist Logan Fox. These classes are small so register early!

Classroom G
Saturdays
3 pm - 5 pm
Thursdays
10 am - 12 noon
1 pm - 3 pm
for registration and info, call 310.548.0941
Celtic Gold Academy
IRISH DANCE

Classes will teach fundamentals of traditional Irish step dancing focusing on individual achievement and team/group work and dances. Come and learn coordination, grace, rhythm and teamwork!
Mondays and Fridays - Building H
Mondays
4 - 5 pm Beginners class
5 - 6:30 pm Children (ages 8 and up)
6:30 - 7:30 pm Adults
Fridays
4 - 5:00 pm Children (ages 4 and up)
5 - 6:30 pm Advanced Lessons

Class fees: $60/month
For more information, please call Meredith Lyons at (562) 650-2523 or


Ceramics Class for Kids - and Parents!
Parents bring your children and create fun and beautiful ceramics together! Basic to advanced techniques taught every session in hand building (and wheel ceramics for the older kids). Parents learn just as much as the kids!

Wednesdays from 6-8PM
in the Ceramics Classroom (Building F)
$100 covers the cost of 4 sessions, clay, tools, glazes & firing

Call Christy to reserve your space: (310) 938-8191 or
hatha yoga Classical Hatha Yoga with Amy Thornberry

Classical Hatha Yoga in the tradition of B.K.S. Iyengar taught by certified Iyengar teacher, Amy Thornberry.

Mondays and Fridays
7:30-9pm in Building H

Wednesday mornings - beginning, gentle, slow paced sessions
10-11:30am in Buildng H

For more information and to register for classes, please contact Amy Thornberry (310) 514-1206

matthew thomas Art Classes by Matthew Thomas:

Kids Imagination
Promoting creativity and embracing uniqueness and originality. This class will focus on experimentation and self-expression.
10 weeks (5 students). $20/class or $150 for 10 classes.

Process Art for Kids
Process Art truly engages children's creativity as they explore design, shape, color, balance, form, depth perception and so much more! This class encourages your child to create art freely by not focusing on the end product but instead on the process!
10 weeks (5 students). $20/class or $150 for 10 classes.

Meditation & Creative Imagination for Children with Learning Disabilities
This class will incorporate movement, music, drawing, painting and meditation.
6 weeks of private lessons for parent and child: $150

Uniting Awareness and Imagery
Private guidance for adults. We will explore awareness in relationship to drawing, painting and mixed media. We will use visualization and concentration to enter the stream of each person's creative self. Class will encourage individual expression and experimentation.

Class schedules are flexible. Please contact Matthew for more information: (424) 264-6723
roy wheel throwingCeramics with Roy
Focus on giving individual or small groups of students an intense and focused series of lessons in wheel throwing, hand building and glazing technique.

Wednesday - Saturday - morning, afternoon, and evening classes.
One time class: $35 (materials and fuel included)
Three classes: $85
Ten classes: $200

Contact Roy Kunisaki at 310-984-9923.
ARTFUL MINDS II
Angels Gate Studio Artist Edie Zelon teaches fine art and craft skills to children ages 5-16.

Wednesdays 5:30 - 7 pm
Saturdays 12:30 - 2 pm
Classroom G
call 310.548.7949 for more info & registration
The Art of Japanese Archery
Kyudo (Way of Bow) is often described as moving meditation. Students will be inroduced to many aspects of Japanese traditional arts and culture through the Way of Bow.

Instructor Hirokazu Kosaka is a Buddhist priest of the Shigon sect and an archer.


Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 9:30 am - 12 pm.
Beginners welcome, in Building H. $20 per month.
Interested new students please contact Rick Beal: or call (626) 367-9157.
ceramics class GET YOUR HANDS IN IT
CERAMICS with Jan Govearts

An intuitive approach to exploring creativity through hand-building with clay, using simple methods of coil, slab and pinch to create functional clay objects

Mondays 10 am - 12 noon - Classroom F
$15 per class or $90 for 6 classes
For more info or registration call 310.547.3524
Traditional Japanese Style
SHOTOKAN KARATE

Taught by instructor Michael Berger, a Japanese trained instructor with over 25 years of experience. Practice Karate as a way of life, as it is taught in Japan. "Seek Perfection of Character," while learning fundamentals of basic discipline, kata, sparring and self defense.

Tuesdays & Thursdays - Building H
6:00 - 7:45 pm

Saturday Workshops available 4-6 pm (mixed training, all ages)
Call for session pricing and registration 323.842.0701, more information at www.wayoflifekarate.com
bellydance class Beginning Bellydance with Alexiis
Alexiis teaches grace, strength and community through the combination of fusion and American Tribal Style influenced bellydance. Classes are on going and suitable for all healthy bodies. This dance style has no age, race or size limitations. One must simply show up and be prepared to join in on learning steps from the ancient language of womans communal dance.

Level 1 Classes focus on the basics, drills, isolations and tribal-dance elements. This is a good place for absolute beginners and those who need to "brush-up" on their dance vocabulary. Wear comfortable yoga-style clothing that allows for movement of the body.

Wednesdays 6 pm - 8 pm
$15 for drop ins and $60 for 5 classes.

For more information and to register for classes,
zen meditation ZEN MEDITATION
The Southern California Institute for Zen Studies is a meditation group affiliated with the Chozen-ji International Zen Dojo of Honolulu, Hawaii. Sensei William Monterroso is the head of our Los Angeles area dojo and leads the Sunday sittings. Anyone interested in sitting is welcome to come and observe a session.
Weekly meditation sessions on Sunday mornings - Building H:
7am - informal sitting
8am - formal sitting
9am - exercises and okyo (chanting)

For information, or contact Reid at 213-241-3225.

Angels Gate also offers uninstructed Life Drawing workshops, 2 days a week!

Life Drawing Workshop
Uninstructed Life Drawing
Tuesdays 7 - 10 pm - Classroom G
$10 model fee.


Long Beach Art Workshop
Life Drawing and Painting
Saturdays - 8 am - noon - Classroom G
$12 model fee.





If you are interested in teaching or taking classes at Angels Gate Cultural Center, please contact:
Dana Helwick, Program Administrator
Phone: 310-519-0936, Fax: 310-519-8698


Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 am - 5 pm


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