Satisfy your curiosity. Seek new challenges. Savor the joy and excitement of discovery. Learning is the spice of life — at any age.
Crystal Cruises
866-446-6625
cruisequestions@crystalcruises.com
crystalcruises.com
Crystal Cruises enhances guests’ onboard experiences with the Creative Learning Institute, a free education program at sea. Enrichment classes range from magic, tai chi and jewelry design to keyboard lessons, language immersion and sushi making. Health and wellness professionals lead sessions on yoga, arthritis, nutrition, skin care, meditation and more.
In addition, guests wishing to sharpen their tech skills can enroll in the Computer University@Sea. Choose from 30 courses, including basics such as how to use email as well as website design, digital video editing and other advanced topics.
Road Scholar
11 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston, MA 02111
800-454-5768
registration@roadscholar.org
roadscholar.org
Have you ever participated in an archaeological dig in Israel; observed a traditional Hindu festival in India; or milked a cow and baked soda bread at a farm in Ireland? Those are a few of the adventures that await Road Scholar participants.
Founded in 1975 as Elderhostel, the nonprofit organization offers 5,500 educational tours in all 50 states and 150 countries around the globe. It works with experts and institutions worldwide to plan itineraries that aren’t usually available to travelers.
All programs are rated from "easy" to "challenging" so participants can make selections appropriate for their physical abilities. Even better, there are no surprises with pricing: Accommodations, lectures, activities, most meals, transportation within the program, taxes and gratuities are included.
Outreach College
Sinclair Library, Room 301, 2425 Campus Road
956-7221
ochelp@hawaii.edu
outreach.hawaii.edu/noncredit
Master Your iPad, Drawing Without Fear, How to Write a Screenplay and Personal Financial Money Management are among the noncredit courses available through the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Outreach College. Class length, number of meetings and locations vary; check the website for details.
Three terms are scheduled each year: spring (January through April), summer (May through August) and fall (September through December). Registration recently opened for the summer session. Complete the form at www.outreach. hawaii.edu/contact/form.asp and a free publication listing the course offerings will be mailed to you.
Diamond Head Theatre
520 Makapuu Ave.
(808) 733-0277, ext. 308
mcalantoc@diamondheadtheatre.com
education@diamondheadtheatre.com
Performing arts classes reveal talents you never knew you had. Like to dance? Consider ballet, tap, flamenco and contemporary jazz, a fusion of different styles that increases strength, flexibility and coordination. Interested in acting? Take the plunge! Besides building self-confidence, you’ll learn about characterization, the elements of stage movement and the dynamics of a scene.
One intriguing option is Stage Combat, an introduction to period stage fighting using a rapier. Instructor Tony Pisculli has choreographed more than 100 stage, television, film and opera productions over the past two decades.
Honolulu Museum of Art School
1111 Victoria St., 532-8741
artschool@honolulumuseum.org
honolulumuseum.org/learn/classes
Constructed in 1908, the two-story building that houses the Honolulu Museum of Art School was originally the site of Honolulu (now McKinley) High School and Linekona (Lincoln) Elementary School. The art school has been headquartered there since 1990, providing students of all ages with the chance to cultivate their creative side.
Spring, summer and fall classes focus on a variety of media, including glass, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, photography, drawing and painting, textiles and fiber, and metal and jewelry. Most of the spring classes are in full swing; however, a few start in April, including Sogetsu Ikebana, Japanese Calligraphy and Seal Carving, Plein Air: Oahu Outdoors, Hawaiian Lei Making, Introduction to Papermaking and The Art of Hawaiian Kapa Making.
The summer session runs from mid-May through late August; registration begins April 7.
YMCA of Honolulu
1441 Pali Highway, 531-9622
info@ymcahonolulu.org
ymcahonolulu.org
It’s never too late to feel great — that’s the concept behind the YMCA of Honolulu’s Active Older Adult program at seven of its branches on Oahu (all but Atherton). Hatha yoga, beginning speed boxing, H20 arthritis and other exercise classes increase strength, endurance, flexibility and balance. Participants also enjoy potlucks, book clubs, board games, cooking demonstrations and hula, ukulele and guitar classes, which stimulate the mind, forge lasting friendships and encourage healthy lifestyle choices.
Each branch has its own older adult activities and events. On April’s schedule, for example, are a chili cook-off at Mililani Branch; a Brain Gym: Improve Your Memory and Sense of Balance presentation at Nuuanu Branch; and bingo and snack potlucks at Kaimuki, Leeward and Windward branches.
