Spring 2010 enrichment classes sign-up

Autumn 2013 ENRICHMENT CLASSES SIGN-UP

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

Seoul Global Center, from 10:00 to 12:00 a.m.

Members only! (you may join SIWA on that day)
It is a pleasure to present you the Sign-Up guide for the Autumn 2013 SIWA Enrichment Classes. In this brochure you will find information on a wide variety of courses being offered, we have a great selection of classes for your enjoyment. Furthermore, you can also take the opportunity to join one or more of the on-going groups or register for a forthcoming SIWA Tours and Events.

We thank our Instructors who prepared attractive courses to showcase their talents with you. To the Seoul Global Center team, thank you for helping us organize this event and making every effort to ensure that it is a successful day for everyone. These courses are representative of SIWA, its image and spirit so please do not hesitate to contact me, whether as an instructor or as a student, if you encounter any problems or just want to give feedback.

I sincerely hope you find this Sign-up session fruitful and that it will open doors to new multi-cultural friendships, unique hobbies and truly enrich your time in Korea, and above all, have lots of fun! Don’t hesitate to contact me if you would like to build a new ongoing group or you feel like sharing your talent by teaching SIWA members, new instructors are always welcomed!


Sincerely,

Selina Yoon

Interest Groups & Sign-up Chair

[e-mail]


Current classes available:

LANGUAGE 1.LET’S SPEAK KOREAN 2.SURVIVAL KOREAN 3.BASIC KOREAN LANGUAGE, COOKING AND CULTURE 4. DIANE’S EASY KOREAN 5.ITALIAN LANGUAGE (ALL LEVELS) ARTS AND CRAFTS 6. PHOTOGRAPHY 7.BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATION 8. OIL PAINTING CLASS 9. TRADITIONAL MAEDUP 10. FACE PAINTING AND HAND PAINTING 11. KOREAN TEA CEREMONY 12.OM’S HANJI COURSE 13.ORIENTAL FLOWER ARRANGEMENT 14. FLOWER SKILL 15. FASHION DESIGN AND TAILORING(SWEWING) 16. KNITTING CLASS 17. FASHION EXPERIENCE I & II 18.CERAMIC CLASS 19. INDIAN FOLK ART 20. HADEMADE SOAP AND AROMA PRODUCT COOKING CLASSES 21.BASIC KOREAN COOKING 22.ITALIAN COOKING CLASS

DISCOVERING KOREA 23. ITALIAN COOKING CLASS AT CONRAD SEOUL HOTEL 24. SHOPPER'S DELIGHT HEALTH-FITNESS-DANCE –REFLECTION 25. STRETCH AND STRENGTHEN 26.BOOT CAMP FOR STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE 27. BRIDGE 28. YOGA, PILATES, SELF-DEFENSE, KRAV MAGA, BOOTH CAMP, STRENGTH , FITNESS, KICKBOXING, KIDS CLASSES 29. HATHA YOGA VINYASA STYLE ENERGISE & RESTORE 30. PILATES FOR BEGINNER AND PILATES 31. ZUMBA (INTERNATIONAL DANCE ) 32.INTEGRAL YOGA & AYURVEDA HEALTH CARE 33 .XYZ YOGA AND ZUMBA 34. BALLROOM DANCE IN ENGLISH 35.AROMA MASSAGE FOR BODY,MIND AND SOUL( AROMATHERAPY HOME MASSAGE)

SIWA ON-GOING GROUPS

36CULTURAL CULINARY EXCHANGE PROGRAM

37.THE CULTURAL CONNECTION 39.THE BOOK CLUB

38.WORKING WOMEN’S NETWORK 40.KOREAN/ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP

37.TRANSITION GROUP 41.MOM& TOT CLUB

38.SIWA TOURS

1. 
   LANGUAGE CLASSES
   

   1. Let’s Speak Korean Especially basic levels of conversational Korean, talking with Korean is most important in your living life in Seoul and I’ll fully help you with my more than 30 years experienced teaching job. You’ll also be introduced to Korean culture and monthly free Korean class cooking is included, I have been an active as Publicity, Bazaar chairperson for Korean booth in SIWA. Experience: -More than 30 years experienced teaching	Instructor: Hyun-Jin Park Time & Days: : Weekdays, early morning preferred and Saturday mornings Starting: Anytime. Frequency: Once a week Sessions: 12~24 Length: 1.5 hours Fee per session: 3 students W45,000 2 students W35,000 Total course fee: W180,000 or W 140,000 Additional materials : W10,000 (book) Location: Student’s home
   2. Survival Korean This is a course in survival Korean for beginners. Bonghye Kim has been a SIWA instructor for more than 25 years. Qualification: - Experience: -More than 25 years experienced teaching	Instructor: Bonghye Kim Days: : Fridays Starting: Anytime. Frequency: Once a week Sessions: 12 Length: Fee per session: TBA Total course fee: Additional materials : Location: Apgujeong-dong
   3. Basic Korean Language, Cooking and Culture This course is designed for those who want to learn more about Korea and its culture by means of Korean food and the language. The student will learn traditional custom, costume, cooking and the survival level of Korean language in the class as well as at the market through traditional open market and HomePlus tour. Qualification: - M.A. 2011 Dankook University. Dept. of Pottery Experience: The tutor has long term experience to teach SIWA members in English	Instructor: Sunok Moon Days: : Thursday Starting: Anytime. Frequency: Once a week Sessions: 10 Length:4 and half hours including lunch. Fee per session: 40.000 W. Total course fee: 580. 000 W. Additional materials : 180,000 W. Location: Dongdaemun-gu
   4. Diane’s Easy Korean Survival and practical Korean with tour. *Will be taught survival & practical Korean with tour to use Korean immediately. Teaching Korean at Arirang radio, Cuppa Korean, 6:30 am Mon. thru Thu. Qualification: -MBA from Han Yung University and has. - Member of MTAC, USA,Certificate of INDERMUSIK. Experience: -SIWA member since 1993 -30 years teaching experience at Arirang radio, Cuppa Korean, 6:30 am Mon. thru Thu. -Teaching experience in U.S. & Korea, highly recommended among expats and their families -Professional Cultural Trainer and lecturer to global companies & media.	Instructor: Diane Eunju Hong Days: : Tuesdays(10: 30 AM~12:00 p.m.,) Starting: Sept. 24th & Oct 8th, 2013 Fee per session: 20,000 won(45min.) Total course fee: 320,000 won Additional materials fee: Book: CLT Handbook, 9.000 W-Additional. Drinks or others than class: paid by own Frequency: Once a week , 2 sessions each time Sessions: 16(2 sessions each time/90min) Length: 45min Location: Right on Spot! & Traditional Tea House
   5. Italian Language (all levels) According to student’s levels and interests the course (courses) will be tailored to meet participant’s needs. We will develop the listening, speaking, understanding and writing abilities having fun in a good, positive and engaging really Italian atmosphere. Qualification: - Diploma as teacher and Master in Italian language for foreigners (DITALS) Experience:	Instructor: Filomena Di Mieri Days: : Flexible Starting: End of September Fee per session: 25.000 W. Total course fee: 750.000 W. Additional materials fee: Cost of the book (TBA) Frequency: Once a week Sessions: 15 Length: 1.5 hours. Location: Sport Complex Station - M2 Exit 1 Jamsil dong World Meridian 102-401

2. 
   ARTS AND CRAFTS
   

6. Photography This is a general photography course. Mihe is not only Siwa’s Photography Chair person but also a fabulous artist in her own right. She’s had other details to follow numerous, solo and group, exhibitions around the world. Qualification: - Mihe has Master of Fine Arts-Photography.. Experience: - Siwa’s Photography Chair - Fabulous exhibitions around the world	Instructor: Mihe Shin Days: TBA Length: TBA Starting: TBA Sessions: TBA Fee per session: TBA Total course fee: TBA Additional materials: TBA Location: TBA
7. Botanical Illustration Course Description (short)1.introduction of materials 2.Basic colour theory 2.basic sketch and drawing pratice3.applying and Exercise Botanical Illustration Notes:Course can be held in outdoor if necessary and tea or coffee small refreshment provided. Qualification: - M.A. in Interior Design U.K. Experience:	Instructor: Sangseok Balson Days: Tuesday or Thursday Length: 3hr Starting: Sept. 24. Sessions: 12 Fee per session: 30,000 W. Total course fee: 360,000 W. Additional materials: 50,000 W. Location: Yeon hee dong in Seoul
10. Face Painting And Hand Painting Qualification: Experience:	Instructor: EUN JU,HONG Day: TBA No. of sessions: Length of session: Frequency: Register fee: Fee per session: Additional costs: Total course fee: Location:
11. Korean Tea Ceremony Learn all about traditional Korean tea and practice the etiquette of the Korean tea ceremony. Qualification: - Certified Master of the Tea Ceremony Experience: -Director of Yae Jin Won Korea National Open university -Instructor of Tea Ceremony at Chung Ang University, the Korean Press Institute. Lotte Cultural center, Hyundai Cultural Centre.	Instructor: Chung-Chung-Ja Day: Wednesdays No. of sessions: 4 Length of session: 1.5 hours Fee per session: W25,000 Additional costs: W 20,000 Total course fee: W120,000 Location: Student’s home
12. Om’s Hanji course The traditional Hanji paper art form teaches the student not only to make beautiful, colorful boxes, lamps, trays or frames but, but also to appreciate and understand Korean culture. Qualification: - Art degrees from Hongkik University - Art Students League of New York. Experience: - Mrs. Om has years teaching experience -member of the Paper Handcraft Instructor’s Society.	Instructor: Myong Sook Om Day: Mon-Thus. Morning class 9:30-12:30, Afternoon 13:30-16:30 No. of sessions: 7 Length of session: 3hours Frequency: Once a week Register fee: 40.000 KRW Fee per session: W30,000 Additional costs: Vary Total course fee: W200,000 Location: Hyunseok dong.
13. Oriental Flower Arrangement Recreate the beauty of nature in a modern environment and learn the importance of lines and space in oriental flower arrangements. Qualification: - Certified Master of the Tea Ceremony Experience: -Professor Kim has taught Flower Arrangement and Horticulture at both university and college level for more than 30 years.	Instructor: KIM HEA SOOK Day: MON / TUES / WED / FRI No. of sessions: 5 Length of session: 2 hours Fee per session: W15,000 Total course fee: W75,000 Additional costs: W 10,000 Location : Sungbuk-dong, Hannam-dong, Itaewon
14. Flower Skill (Nor send yet,waiting) learn about variety of floral arrangements for living (gift flower, party flower, wedding flower, everyday flower) Qualification: - A.I.F.D (American Institute of Floral Designers) -C.F.D(Certified Floral Designer) -Texas A&M UNIV. Benz School Korea -Benz School of Floral Design Sohang floral art assn -Certificate of instructorship Experience: -Work experience in Canada and Korea. I have several certification (Benz . CFD of AIFD(American Institute of Floral Designers)	Instructor: Min kyung(Laura Kim) Day: Tue/Thurs Starting date:September 26 No. of sessions: On going Length of session: 2.5 hours Fee per session:20,000 W Total course fee: On going Additional costs: 20,000 W Location : Sungbook _gu Gireum Newtown
15.Fashion Design and Tailoring (swewing) Learn techniques in pattern drafting, fitting, tailoring and sewing while designing and making your own skirts, pants, blouses, jackets, etc. This course also includes and. introduction to the fabric and accessory markets. Qualification: - Mrs. Ahn studied at Seoul Mode Fashion Inst. and is a licensed dressmaker with over 10 years experience. Experience: -Professor Kim has taught Flower Arrangement and Horticulture at both university and college level for more than 30 years.	Instructor: Kyoung Soon Ahn Day: flexible MON-SAT. Frequency: once a week. No. of sessions: on going Length of session: 2.5 hours Fee per session: W20,000 Additional costs: depends on student's choice of fabric Location: student’s home
16.KNITTING CLASS we will learn the basic knit and purl and make hats, warmers and squares for the SIWA charity/bazaar. Qualification: - Beijing Guild; Beijing Stitch and Bitch; Knit UR Heart Out Experience: -	Instructor: Wabylynne Vidad Santos Day: Tuesdays/Thursdays Frequency: once a week. No. of sessions: 10 Length of session: 1 hours Fee per session: W20,000 Additional costs: yarns, needles, ( bring your own if you have them already ) Location: TBA/ can be student’s home
17. Fashion experience I & II Fashion experience I: 1. History of fashion 2. Shoes 3. New trends Fall/Winter 2013 4. Match your favorite piece! Fashion experience II: 1. History of jewels 2. New trends Fall/Winter 2013 3. Food and Fashion – Lesson 1 (2 hours) 4. Food and Fashion – Lesson 2 (2 hours) The instructor has the following qualification: - Master: Fashion Product Manager Experience:	Instructor: Daniela Ortali Zoli Days: : Flexible Starting: TBA Fee per session: 20.000 W. Total course fee(Fashion experience I): 80. 000 W. Total course fee(Fashion experience II): 120.000 W. Additional materials fee:None (Only Fashion experience II 3rd and 4th lessons have Additional materials fee ) Frequency: Once a week Sessions: 4 Length: 1 hours. (2 hours for Fashion experience II 3rd and 4th lessons) Location: TBA
18. Ceramic class Biginners with little or no ceramic background as well as those who just wants to practice pottery more are welcome. The instructor has the following qualification: - M.A. 2011 Dankook University. Dept. of Pottery Experience: The tutor has been teaching SIWA in English and teach daily in Ceramic studio in Korean.	Instructor: Sung –Hee Park Days: : Flexible ( pref. Mon&Thu) Starting: Anytime. Fee per session: 40.000 W. Total course fee: 200. 000 W. Additional materials:About W20,000(clay and kilning) Frequency: One or Two Sessions a week Sessions: 5 Length: 2~3 hours. Location: Sung-Hee Park Ceramic studio Near Pankyo Metro Station (Baekhyeun-Dong, PanKyo, Bundang)
19. Indian Folk Art A traditional art from northern India, Madhubani painting has its origins in Indian mythology. Get inspired by this ancient art and create your own unique artwork. During this course, students will create an art piece using traditional patterns and motifs. You do not require prior experience in painting. You can choose to make a piece of framed art, photo frame or box. Experience: A self taught artist, I have exhibited and sold my artwork in Seoul and Singapore (Pameran Poskad exhibition). My current work is inspired by the Indian traditional folk art - Madhubani. Some more information on- https://www.facebook.com/anjalibpurkayastha	Instructor: Anjali Bansal Days: : Weekday mornings Starting: End September Fee per session: 20.000 W. Total course fee: 40. 000 W.~ Additional materials: 10,000-20,000 Frequency: Once a week Sessions: Minimum 2 sessions Length: 2~3 hours. Location: Hannam-dong
20. Handmade soap and aroma product It’s so easy and fun! You’ll enjoy making your own Aroma/Herbal product at home! We use only fresh herbs and natural essential oils not any chemical fragrance and Pigment. We’ll share many healing and medicinal aromatic plants and use they to c comfort our body and mind. Let’s begin a natural and fun life! 1.Lip Balm and ointment perfume making 3.Aroma facial / Body cream making. 4. Herbal soap making 5.Beth salt or Beth boll making 6. Cup Cake Soap 7.Perfume making 8. Mosquito repellent/ Bug biting Res-Q Ointment Qualification: 1.The Professional Member The National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy(www.naha.org/) 2.The Educator member of The International Herb Association (http://iherb.org/) Experience: --10 years teaching experience in aromatherapy such as community college, vocational Training(City Job training), -SIWA,TW women Association and Seoul Global center etc.	Instructor: Selina Yoon Days: : Mon PM 2:30~4:00 Other time could be discuses Starting: End September Fee per session: 25.000 W. Total course fee: 50. 000 W.~250,000 Additional materials: None Frequency: Once a week Sessions: Minimum 2 sessions Length: 2~3 hours. Location: Seoul Global Culture & Tourism Center(5th Fl. M-Plaza Bldg. 31-1, Myeong-dong)

III. COOKING CLASSES

21. Basic Korean cooking Basic Korean Cooking, including good recipes, introduction of Korean ingredients, cooking methods, table settings/manner, historical background of some dishes, market tour, etc	Instructor: Sunok Moon Day: Tuesday, Number of sessions: 10 Length of session: 2.5 hrs, includes lunch Fee per session: W20,000 Additional costs: W180,000 Total course fee: W380,000 Location: Dongdaemun-gu Frequency: once a week. Starting date:
22. Italian Cooking Class We will do a culinary tour through Italy. Each time we will prepare a different menu with recipes from various Italian regions. Our instructor has experience in teaching Italian cooking classes in Germany, Saudi Arabia and Syria.	Instructor: Filomena Di Mieri Day: No. of sessions: Length: Fee per session: Additional materials costs: Total course fee: Frequency: Starting date:

IV. DISCOVERING KOREA

23. Italian Cooking class at Conrad Seoul Cooking class with Italian Chef. The course will consist of explanation and demonstration of 3 Italian dishes cooked by Italian Chef’s own recipes and a tasting session. Qualification: - Italian Chef of Restaurant Atrio, Conrad Seoul Hotel Experience: Working for 15 years in Italian professional kitchens from Italy through Vienna, London, Dubai to finally reach Seoul.

Instructor: Days: Tuesdays Length: 2:30 pm~4:30 pm for 2 hours 4:30 pm: family style dinner Starting: September 12th(Thurs.) Sessions: 2 Fee per session: 65,000 W. Total course fee: 130,000 W. Additional materials: Location: Italian Restaurant Atrio (2F) Conrad Seoul Hotel http://conradhotels3.hilton.com/en/hotels/south-korea/conrad-seoul-SELCICI/amenities/restaurants-the_italian.html

24. Shopper's Delight: Description: The Shopper’s Delight tours are intended as a cultural and practical introduction to Seoul. Although designed primarily for new-arrivals, they have also proven useful to those who have been here for some time. Not only do you learn about where to buy the things you need and/or want, you will also become familiar with various areas of the city, with using public transit to get there, with shopping etiquette, with some Korean cultural norms, as well as with new and/or different places to eat.

Tour leader: Varies depending on the tour, Organized by Anne Ladouceur When: Monday mornings from 9:30 to about 12:30 (except on Korean Holidays).   Cost:  W100,000 for five-tour package

V. HEALTH-FITNESS-DANCE –REFLECTION

25. STRETCH AND STRENGTHEN This class is a good way to get back into exercise or to complement aerobic and strength training. It is appropriate for people who are comfortable performing movements on a mat on the floor: sitting, kneeling, lying face up, lying face down, side-lying. This class incorporates a variety of movement, explained in simple terms and demonstrated. Movements are based on Pilates, yoga, basic gymnastics, dance and martial arts. Large muscles groups will be worked and also neck, ankles, feet, wrists and hands. We will exercise without shoes. Bare feet are fine. When it is cold, you may wish to wear non-slip socks (such as hospital socks with rubber tread), or pliable gym shoes. Please bring a yoga mat and small towel. “I feel more comfortable in my body after attending Stretch for Flexibilty.” The instructor has the following qualification: - Certified by the American Council on Exercise, TurboKick, Zumba,YogaFit and Balletone. - Assistant gymnastics coach at Seoul Foreign School. Experience: fitness classes at the Tokyo American Club. Over 1200 hours of group fitness teaching experience.		Instructor: Robbie Schuldt Days: Fridays 10:45-11:30 Length: 45 minutes Starting: Sept. 27. Sessions: 10 Fee per session: 10,000 W. Total course fee: 300,000 W. (discount if you sign up for Boot Camp and Stretch for Flexibility together, KRW 160,000 for 20 classes) Additional materials: options Location: To be determined
26. Boot Camp for Strength and Endurance Boot Camp for Strength and Endurance class offers equipment and guidance for participants to work on strength, endurance, balance, agility, and flexibility. We will work all major muscle groups with a variety of innovative exercises. All fitness levels welcome! “I feel like I have moved my whole body just the right amount, not enough to get sore, just enough to feel energized and toned.” The instructor has the following qualification: - Certified by the American Council on Exercise, TurboKick, Zumba,YogaFit and Balletone. - Assistant gymnastics coach at Seoul Foreign School. Experience: fitness classes at the Tokyo American Club. Over 1200 hours of group fitness teaching experience.		Instructor: Robbie Schuldt Days: TBA Length: 45 minutes Starting: TBA Sessions: 10 Fee per session: 10,000 W. Total course fee: 300,000 W. (discount if you sign up for Boot Camp and Stretch for Flexibility together, KRW 160,000 for 20 classes) Additional materials: options Location: To be determined
27. Bridge Bridge lessons for beginners and intermediates.		Instructor: Bonghye Kim Details will be provided on Sign Up day.
28. Yoga, Pilates, Self-Defense, Krav Maga, Booth camp, Strength Training, Fitness, kickboxing, kids classes Improve your health, fitness and/or self-defense skills through our courses. It is time to shed that winter weight!		Instructor: Anna Desmaris. Days: Flexible. Starting: Flexible Length: 1 hour. Fee per session: 15.000W- 20.000W Fee per whole course: Additional materials: Equipment purchase is required only for the kickboxing course. The cost depends on your choice of equipment. Frequency: Flexible Sessions: Flexible Length: 1 hours. Location: : Body & Seoul Martial Arts and Fitness Center in Itaewon.
29. Hatha Yoga Vinyasa Style Energise & Restore Learn Yoga asanas which help you to energise and revitalize your body and mind, reconnect with your breath, body and your true self The instructor has the following qualification: - Completed HathaYoga Teacher Training New York 2008 Experience:, Teaching Yoga since 2008 in NY, Vienna and Seoul, also qualified in teaching Prenatal Yoga as well as Kids Yoga		Instructor: Katja Otter Days: 1 day per week, 9:30-11:00 am Starting: Week of Sept 16th Length: 1.5 hours. Fee per session: 25.000 W. Fee per whole course: 200,000 – 250,000 W. Additional materials: none Frequency: once a week. Sessions: 8-10 weeks. Location: The Space Studio, Hannam-dong
30. Pilates for beginner and Pilates 1.Pilates for beginner - mat program 2.Pilates - for a better posture and a great body STOTT- Pilates mat program with and without small equipment such as soft ball, roller, circle; improving posture and strengthen particularly core muscle which helps to reduce back and neck pain, recover and tune post-natal, health benefits through activity www.pilates-with-ines.com The instructor has the following qualification: - Physical therapist, certificated Experience: STOTT Pilates instructor, Aqua fitness trainer and trainer for rehabilitation, experience over 15 years in treatment and group exercise		Instructor: Ines Hoehenleitner Days: Mondays , 10.45 -11.45 am Thursday , 10.45-11.45 am Starting: October 07 2013 Length: 1 hours. Fee per session: 15.000 W. Fee per whole course: 85. 000 W. Additional materials: none Frequency: once a week. Sessions: 10 weeks. Location: 5th floor M plaza Building, Seoul tourism organization(31-1 Myeong-dong 2 ga, Jung-gu, Seoul 100-809)
31. Zumba (International Dance ) Come join the dance party with old & new friends from around the world! No previous dance experience required, just a love of dancing to Latin, Middle Eastern, Pop & K Pop, Caribbean, Celtic, Bollywood, & much more music from this truly Global music experience! We laugh, we sing, we dance, we sweat! Qualification: - licensed in Zumba in December 2010 -Active member of ZIN, Zumba Instructor’s Network. Experience: I have danced my entire life & minored in dance in college. In & out of college, I was a part of a Repertory Company, Musicals, & a member of the Slavic Folk Oakland University Dance Troupe, which performed throughout Europe. I also have a cheerleading & table tennis background. 15 years in treatment and group exercise		Instructor: Melissa Bunting Days: Tuesday mornings 9:15 to 10:15am Starting: End of September Length: 1 hours. Fee per session: 15,000 W(for a drop in class one time only) Fee per whole course: 120,000 W( due at start of session.) Additional materials: *Pro-ration for SIWA members due to sign up date. Frequency: once a week. Sessions: 12 weeks. Location: Seoul International Taekwondo Academy #78-1 Yeonhui-Ro 27-gil, Seodaemun-GU
32. Integral yoga & ayurveda health Care This unique Level 1 Integral Yoga & Ayurveda Health Care Course combines 6 branches of Yoga: Raja, Hatha, Bhakti, Karma, Jnana, Japa Yoga Meditation with the basic principles of Ayuveda Health Care to develop the whole individual: emphasis on women’s health, discovering body type, basic pulse reading, Marma Therapy, diet & lifestyle balance. It is appropriate for beginners, intermediate & advanced practitioners. Experience: Over 30 yrs. teaching experience: lecturer, teacher, director & counselor of Vedic Philosophy, 8 limbs of Raja Yoga, which includes Hatha Yoga & Japa Yoga Meditation; Ayurveda Health Care principles (USA, Canada, Switzerland, Italy & Rep. of Korea). Experience: -Director of the Ayurveda Medical School & Center, Philadelphia, USA -Three year retreat, North Carolina, USA -Private teacher; USA, Canada, Switzerland, Italy, Rep. of Korea -Director, lecturer, teacher, counselor; Seoul, Rep. of Korea -Certified Teacher of Vedic Philosophy & Raja Yoga (8 limbs), Japa Yoga Meditation; France, Switzerland & The Netherlands -Certified Teacher of Ayurveda Health Care; USA & Canada		Instructor:Lynn Emerson (Linda Sky Emerson Days: : 1 day a week Three possible days & times morning, afternoon & evening will be available. Days & times will be established by Sept. 11th . Starting: First week of October; free intro lecture about the details of the course, then interested persons can begin the course the second week in Oct. Fee per session: Not available by session Total course fee:16 hr course fee 200,000w Additional materials: Included in course fee; notebook, study materials & marma therapy oil. Note: yoga mats are provided. Frequency: Once a week Sessions: 8 sessions Length: 2 hrs.(total 16 hrs. per course) Location: The Buddhist English Library & Institute at Anguk Subway exit, near Insadong
33.Xyz Yoga and Zumba 1.All about aromatherapy(Odor Profiling/Pharmacology kinetics) 2..Good dream,Atopic,Edema blending,backache, Relaxing ,energy blending 3.How to massage from head to toe(Hand,Arm,Legs, toe,shoulder and head,face) Experience: 1.The Professional Member The National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy(www.naha.org/) 2.The Educator member of The International Herb Association (http://iherb.org/) Experience: --10 years teaching experience in aromatherapy such as community college, vocational Training(City Job training), SIWA,TW women Association and Seoul Global center etc.		Instructor: Selina Yoon Days: : Mon AM 11:00~12:30 Other time could be discuses Starting: End September Fee per session: 15.000 W. Total course fee: 150. 000 W. Additional materials: None Frequency: Once a week Sessions: Minimum 2 sessions Length: 1.5 hours. Location: Seoul Global Culture & Tourism Center(5th Fl. M-Plaza Bldg. 31-1, Myeong-dong)
34. Ballroom dance in English 1.All about aromatherapy(Odor Profiling/Pharmacology kinetics) 2..Good dream,Atopic,Edema blending,backache, Relaxing ,energy blending 3.How to massage from head to toe(Hand,Arm,Legs, toe,shoulder and head,face) Experience: 1.The Professional Member The National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy(www.naha.org/) 2.The Educator member of The International Herb Association (http://iherb.org/) Experience: --10 years teaching experience in aromatherapy such as community college, vocational Training(City Job training), SIWA,TW women Association and Seoul Global center etc.		Instructor: CHUNG KUMSUN (Sunny) Days: :Monday, thursday(10:00am to 10:00pm) Sunday, Friday,(10:00am to 3:00pm) Wednesday (afternoon class) Starting: End September Fee per session: 20.000 W. Total course fee: 240. 000 W. Additional materials: option for dance clothes and shoes Frequency: Once a week Sessions: 12 sessions Length: 1.5 hours. Location: Sunny's ballroom dance in english hall.
35. Aromatherapy Massage 1.All about aromatherapy(Odor Profiling/Pharmacology kinetics) 2..Good dream,Atopic,Edema blending,backache, Relaxing ,energy blending 3.How to massage from head to toe(Hand,Arm,Legs, toe,shoulder and head,face) Experience: 1.The Professional Member The National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy(www.naha.org/) 2.The Educator member of The International Herb Association (http://iherb.org/) Experience: --10 years teaching experience in aromatherapy such as community college, vocational Training(City Job training), -SIWA,TW women Association and Seoul Global center etc.	Instructor: Selina Yoon Days: : Mon AM 1:00~2:30 Other time could be discuses Starting: End September Fee per session: 15.000 W. Total course fee: 150. 000 W. Additional materials: None Frequency: Once a week Sessions: Minimum 2 sessions Length: 1.5 hours. Location: Seoul Global Culture & Tourism Center(5th Fl. M-Plaza Bldg. 31-1, Myeong-dong)

V. SIWA ON-GOING GROUPS

35. Cultural Culinary Exchange program	leader: Michelle Morrison [e-mail]
36. The Cultural Connection All members take turns giving a brief presentation on their home country. It is a great opportunity to learn about different cultures, traditions and ways of life. The group meets once a month at members’ homes.	Leader: Jinsung Yang [e-mail]
35. Working Women’s Network Whether you are dedicated to raising a family, dedicated to a career or balancing both, we are all working women. This group is designed for SIWA members, and their friends, who cannot attend the monthly coffee mornings. Our focus is networking, be it social or professional, rather than lectures or seminars, and providing such opportunities to fit our busy weekday schedules. WWN meets for dinner regularly, the third Thursday evening of every month, at different restaurants in the city. Thursday night dinners are open to all women and the WWN weekend events are open to friends, partners, spouses, and families.	Leader: Elmira Urazaeva [e-mail] Please, check Upcoming WWN events schedule on SIWA website
36. Transition Group. Transition Group is dedicated to supporting SIWA members who are in the process of, or planning a global transition. The group reads books, invites speakers and discusses every aspect of transition including personal growth, multicultural issues and Third Culture Kids to understand what is happening to us as individuals or families. We meet after every monthly Coffee Morning for lunch.  37. SIWA Tours SIWA is committed to helping its members discover their host country! Come with us and experience all the wonders that Korea has to offer! It is a great way to settle in and have good fun!	Leader: Isabelle Min [e-mail]
For more details on the above mentioned tours and on-line registration, please, refer to the website: www.siwapage.com/activities/tours/	Leader: Robbie Schuldt [e-mail]

38. The Book Club Leader: Shubha Maudgal

The group meets once a month to discuss [e-mail]

a book chosen previously. Members take in

turn to host the group.

39. Korean/English Conversation Group

The group has a lunch meeting at a restaurant once Leader: Bokkie Kim

or two times in a month from 11:30AM to 2:00 PM. [e-mail]

There is no fee for this group membership. Members

pay only for their own meal. We enjoy chatting by using

English and Korean at that meeting. Expat ladies can

practice Korean. Of course, on these occasions, Korean

ladies will be able to practice their English too.

40. Mom& Tot Club

The group provides an opportunity to meet with Leader:

other moms to form friendships and to meet playmates [e-mail]

for your children! Our activities range from casual get

together at local play places and parks to mom’s odd

nights out, themed parties (Halloween, Christmas etc.),

baby showers and much more!

Club leader Johanne Marias will inform you of planned

activities to assist you in "getting out" into the community

and having fun!

The kids in our group range in age from newborns to approx. 5 years.

You must be a SIWA member in order to join the Moms & Tots group.

Club leader will be contacting and informing you about upcoming Club

activities per e-mail.

VI. Community Groups and Organizations

The following Expat Group will be represented at 2013 Fall Sign Up session:

41. American Women’s Club (AWC)

This organization offers regular membership to US citizens and associate membership to other nationalities. Members participate in monthly meetings, social interest groups and receive a quarterly magazine.

Website: www.awckorea-seoul.org
42. British Association of Seoul (BASS)

Members meet for coffee once a month and both men and women are welcomed.

Mixed social events are held monthly, so partners can attend.

Website: www.britishseoul.com

43.German Club

Since its foundation in 1995, the German Club Seoul has become a lively and fixed institution for Germans and German-speaking people who live in Korea. It offers the possibility, with mutual activities, to share experiences with friends and to discover new impressions as well as participating in interesting events with cultural and social themes

Website: www.deutscherclubseoul.org

44. (The Australian and New Zealand Association) ANZA

The Australian and New Zealand Association in Korea hosts a number of key social functions a year to raise money for non-government funded Korean charities. Whether you are new to Seoul or a long term resident, ANZA provides information, networking, social, recreational and sporting activities for its' members.

Website: www.anzakorea.com