Harnessing the Power of Creativity: The Practice of Looking

In the past year, people have spent more time in their homes than ever before. Travel has been severely limited, cultural events are reduced or on pause, and we see fewer people for less time. These circumstances might tempt you to retreat onto your couch and wait for the world to reopen.

What if instead of looking outside of your surroundings for inspiration and new experiences, you had the tools to deeply connect with where you are? What could these skills add to your daily life, to your relationships, to your future education and career? Using fun and creative exercises, this class gives students the tools to feel more connected and see the wonder of the world more deeply wherever they are.

Students do not need to be experienced artists or have special art supplies to enjoy this class. 

Our online classes consist of a pre-assignment, independent coursework, and final assignment, as well as live online class sessions with your teacher/other au pairs. Credit for J-1 visa students is 36 hours. Students earning J-1 visa credit must attend all sessions and complete all homework.

Students will receive a pre-assignment one week before class begins. Other independent coursework can be completed at your leisure before the deadline one week after online class ends. 

Andrea Seiger, author of 111 Places in Washington, DC You Must Not Miss, is an educator and world traveler who has lived in Washington DC for 33 years. As a writer and creator, Andrea is deeply committed to the importance of travel and curiosity. She has lived in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and has traveled thousands of miles on the Mayan Route of Mexico. 

Through discussions, lectures, group work, and practical activities, students will become more aware of wellness and managing stress levels.

Class explores body awareness, the history of yoga, and the physical effects of stress. Students also explore how to use techniques from class in your daily life, such as job interviews, public speaking, dealing with challenging people, and test-taking. The self-care toolbox is here to help you create your most grateful, happy self.

Keep reading for more information or click here to sign up.

Two bonus classes will be available to students who are interested in exploring more! The additional class sessions are not required. There is no charge for attending the bonus classes.
 

FEBRUARY SCHEDULE
(Times below listed in Central Time.
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Class meets online
February 24–27
Wednesday 6:30pm–9:30pm
Friday 6:30pm–9:30pm
Saturday 10am–1pm

Bonus classes: February 28 (7–8pm), March 2 (7–8pm)

 

MARCH SCHEDULE
(Times below listed in Central Time.
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Class meets online
March 18–20
Thursday 6:30pm–9:30pm
Friday 6:30pm–9:30pm
Saturday 11am–2pm

Bonus classes: Sunday, March 21:  11am–12pm; Tuesday, March 23:  7pm–8pm

 

 

Please note: This is not an exercise class. Your course will consist of a pre-assignment, independent coursework and final assignment as well as live online class sessions with your teacher/other au pairs. Credit for J-1 visa students is 36 hours. Students earning J-1 visa credit must attend all sessions and complete all homework.

About your instructor: Alicia Giordano received her MA in Applied Educational Psychology Reading Specialist at Columbia University as well as a Master’s degree in Educational Theatre from NYU. Alicia is a registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) with over 20 years of personal practice.

Alicia is passionate about advocating for children with special needs and is currently serving a two-year appointment in the State of Texas as a Member of the Continuing Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education.

 

Through discussions, lectures, group work, and practical activities, students will become more aware of wellness and managing stress levels.

Class explores body awareness, the history of yoga, and the physical effects of stress. Students also explore how to use techniques from class in your daily life, such as job interviews, public speaking, dealing with challenging people, and test-taking. The self-care toolbox is here to help you create your most grateful, happy self.

Keep reading for more information or click here to sign up.

Two bonus classes will be available to students who are interested in exploring more! The additional class sessions are not required. There is no charge for attending the bonus classes.
 

FEBRUARY SCHEDULE
(Times below listed in Central Time.
Click here for more details.)

Class meets online
February 24–27
Wednesday 6:30pm–9:30pm
Friday 6:30pm–9:30pm
Saturday 10am–1pm

Bonus classes: February 28 (7–8pm), March 2 (7–8pm)

 

MARCH SCHEDULE
(Times below listed in Central Time.
Click here for more details.)

Class meets online
March 18–20
Thursday 6:30pm–9:30pm
Friday 6:30pm–9:30pm
Saturday 11am–2pm

Bonus classes: Sunday, March 21:  11am–12pm; Tuesday, March 23:  7pm–8pm

 

 

Please note: This is not an exercise class. Your course will consist of a pre-assignment, independent coursework and final assignment as well as live online class sessions with your teacher/other au pairs. Credit for J-1 visa students is 36 hours. Students earning J-1 visa credit must attend all sessions and complete all homework.

About your instructor: Alicia Giordano received her MA in Applied Educational Psychology Reading Specialist at Columbia University as well as a Master’s degree in Educational Theatre from NYU. Alicia is a registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) with over 20 years of personal practice.

Alicia is passionate about advocating for children with special needs and is currently serving a two-year appointment in the State of Texas as a Member of the Continuing Advisory Committee (CAC) for Special Education.