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Course Book 2021
• Outdoor Activities (including Singing for Fun & Tai Chi 24)
• Zoom Courses
• Courses held in Private Homes
• Courses held at Mt Martha House
Face to Face activities/courses held in U3A provided buildings will be listed after
COVID-19 restrictions for 2021 have been determined.
Enrolment Day & Payment of Membership Fees
Note: Membership fees cannot be paid until after you enrol in your first course.
Wednesday 20th January 2021
(full details will be provided before the date)
U3A Southern Peninsula Contact Details
359A Point Nepean Road
Dromana, Vic 3936
P.O. Box 396 Dromana, Vic 3936
Phone: 03 5981 8777
General Email contact: office@u3asouthpen.org.au
Courses Email contact: courses@u3asouthpen.org.au
Members email contact: members@u3asouthpen.org.au
Web: www.u3asouthpen.org.auCourses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Table of Contents
Art Courses................................................................................................................................... 3
Cooking ........................................................................................................................................... 4
Cycling ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Discussion Groups ................................................................................................................... 6
Health and Wellbeing ............................................................................................................. 7
Languages .................................................................................................................................... 8
Literature ...................................................................................................................................... 10
Music .............................................................................................................................................. 11
Outdoor ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Photography............................................................................................................................... 14
Tai Chi ........................................................................................................................................... 15
Walking ......................................................................................................................................... 16
YOGA ............................................................................................................................................. 17
Enrolment Day & Payment of Membership Fees
Wednesday 20th January 2021
(full details will be provided before the date)
Note: Membership fees cannot be paid until after you enrol in your first course.
Membership Fees 2021
U3A 2020 - Existing member - $20
U3A 2020 - Existing associate member - $15
U3A 2020 - Existing tutor - $15
New member - 2021 - $60
New associate member - 2021 - $35
New tutor 2021 - $35Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Art Courses
21ART005: Basic Perspective Drawing Type: Short Course
Dates: 01/02/2021 - 29/03/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Mon 10:00 - 12:00
Location: Mt Martha House 466 Esplanade Mt Martha Tutor/Leader: Teena Daley
1- and 2-point perspective. All you need to have is a pencil, paper, eraser, and a ruler or set square. Tutor: Teena
Daley Email: teenadaley@hotmail.com
This is a non-sequential course Members are welcome to join the course after it has started. Members on the
“waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it becomes available.
21ART006: Art Classes for Beginners Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 24/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 10:00 - 12:00
Location: Mt Martha House 466 Esplanade Mt Martha Tutor/Leader: Maria-Raquel Santander-
Sanchez
This is a class for the Beginner working through how to create your artistic masterpiece in Acrylic Paint. You will be
advised a list of items you need for this course. Tutor: Maria-Raquel qualified Art Teacher and Art Therapist.
Email: mara_mii@hotmail.com Phone: 0430 452 372
This is a non-sequential course Members are welcome to join the course after it has started. Members on the
“waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it becomes available. This course will run over
School Holidays
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 3 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Cooking
21COO001: Recipe Club Type: Long Course
Dates: 01/02/2021 - 06/12/2021 Frequency: Monthly, Mon 14:30 - 16:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Sue Dixon
A forum to exchange recipes and talk about food, glorious, food! Members share their favourite recipes via email
with all other members during each month. We meet first Monday of each month to discuss which recipes we have
tried and any changes we might have made, etc. Leader: Sue Dixon email: opaleyes3@bigpond.com
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good WI FI connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19
restrictions allow. This is a non-sequential course Members are welcome to join the course after it has started.
This course will run over School Holidays
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 4 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Cycling
21CYC001: Cycling Group Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 08/12/2021 Frequency: Second- and Fourth-Week Bi-Monthly, Wed 9:00 - 14:00
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: David Wilson
Most rides are 40-55 km on the Bay trail, Westernport trails and the Bellarine Peninsula. We also venture on the
Peninsula and Eastlink trails and some of the city trails during the year. We include some 2-4-day excursions to
country destinations e.g., South Gippsland and Geelong. We are a friendly bunch and welcome new members.
Leader: David Wilson Phone: 0419 304 687 Email: kathydavidwilson@gmail.com
Assistant Rick on 'rhayllar@bigpond.net.au'
Note: NO RIDES on TOTAL FIRE BAN DAYS or when the temperature is predicted to reach over 34 degrees.
This course WILL run over the school holidays. This is a non-sequential course; Members are welcome to join the
course after it has started. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it
becomes available.
21CYC002: Redux Cycling Group Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 15/12/2021 Frequency: First and third Week Monthly, Wed 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: Phillip Vertue
A very social mix of male & female cyclists; easy-paced who ride exclusively on bicycle tracks on the Mornington
Peninsula; the distance of rides between 25 km & 30 km with a coffee break halfway. Twice a year the group goes
away for 3 days together riding rail trails in rural Victoria. Requirements: Bike can be e-bike and bike rack.
Leader: Phil Vertue Email: philvertue1@bigpond.com Phone:0419 306 726
There may also be a Mystery Ride on the 5th Wednesday of a month. Start at 9 AM in summer and 9.30 AM in
winter. This is a non-sequential course. This course will run over the school holiday. Members are welcome to
join the course after it has started. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it
becomes available.
21CYC003: Redux Too Cycling Group Type: Long Course
Dates: 29/01/2021 - 10/12/2021 Frequency: Second- and Fourth-Week Bi-Monthly, Fri 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: Phillip Vertue
A very social mix of male & female cyclists; easy-paced who ride exclusively on bicycle tracks on the Mornington
Peninsula; the distance of rides between 25 km & 30 km with a coffee break halfway. Rides every 2nd and 4th
Friday of each month including school holidays. Start at 9 AM in summer and 9.30 AM in winter. Requirements:
Bike can be e-bike & bike rack.
Leader: Phil Vertue philvertue1@bigpond.com Phone: 0419 306 726
This Cycling Group is suitable, but not exclusive, for current Redux members who would like to ride weekly; for
Easy Riders who would like a longer ride option on alternate weeks or for any other cyclist who would like to ride on
a Friday morning. This is a non-sequential course. Members are welcome to join the course after it has started.
Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it becomes available.
21CYC004: Easy Riders Cycling Group Type: Long Course
Dates: 05/02/2021 - 03/12/2021 Frequency: First and third Week Monthly, Fri 10:00 - 12:00
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: David Mott
Easy Riders a ride on the bike paths on the Mornington Peninsula. We avoid hills as much as possible and ride
between 10 to 12ks. A coffee stop is obligatory either halfway or at the end of the ride. Requirements: Reasonable
level of fitness & riding experience bike & helmet and bike rack.
Leader: David Mott 0488 299 430 djmott@bigpond.com
Members are welcome to join the course after it has started. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a
Temporary Vacancy when it becomes available. This course will run over School Holidays
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 5 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Discussion Groups
21DIS001: Orchids, Anyone? Type: Short Course
Dates: 08/02/2021 - 15/02/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Mon 15:00 - 16:00
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Kath Murray
For anyone with an interest in orchids - share your pictures, handy tips, and knowledge of various types. I am a 'late
bloomer' regarding orchids, but they are stunning, fascinating plants. Discussion on Popular & Exotic Orchids
Leader: Kath Murray kath.murray@usa.net
This is a Zoom video conferencing course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good wi fi connection.
21DIS002: A Political Life Type: Long Course
Dates: 22/02/2021 - 13/12/2021 Frequency: Second- and Fourth-Week Bi-Monthly, Mon 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Bruce Saunders
Spirited conversations relating to political issues of the day. New members are most welcome.
Leader: Bruce Saunders Email: bruce@scorpion.asn.au Co-Leader: Jack Wheeler. Email:
jackncarolyn@gmail.com
This is a non-sequential course Members are welcome to join the course after it has started. Members of the
“waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it becomes available. This course will run over the
School Holidays. This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or
computer) with microphone & camera and good wi fi connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course
when COVID-19 restrictions allow
21DIS016: Investing with Shares Type: Short Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 10/03/2021 Frequency: 6 weeks as specified, Wed 10:00 - 12:00
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Ian Aston
Presented by a qualified accountant with forty years of experience in investing, this course is an introduction to the
share market and a general guide to investing in shares. THERE WILL BE NO INVESTMENT ADVICE GIVEN.
Bring Pen & Paper for notes.
Tutor Ian Aston Email: ianaston54@gmail.com Phone: 59872661
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good WI FI connection. This is a sequential course; you will not be able to join after
commencement. It would be appreciated if members endeavour to attend all classes to obtain the maximum benefit
from the course. This is “Community Course” – non U3A members are welcome to join.
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 6 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Health and Wellbeing
21DIS003: Therapeutic Tapping for Stress Type: Short Course
Dates: 04/03/2021 - 25/03/2021 Frequency: 4 weeks as specified, Thu 14:00 - 15:00
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Kathleen Crawford
Learn how to use EFT to cope with this emotional time of our lives. EFT involves using the fingers to tap on
acupuncture points of the body. This helps balance the meridian system, lowering cortisol levels, and reducing
stress and pain. EFT is evidence-based (research-based) and is used worldwide to treat a variety of physical and
emotional conditions. It is safe, easily learned and there are no special requirements except to do it! Kathleen is a
semi-retired psychologist/coach and has been using this method for about 20 years.
Tutor: Kathleen Crawford Email: kr.crawford@bigpond.com Phone: 0419 524 962
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good wi fi connection. This is “Community Course” – non U3A members are welcome to
join.
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 7 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Languages
21LANE01: English as a Second Language Type: Long Course
Dates: 02/02/2021 - 26/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Tue 15:00 - 16:15
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Viv Maughan
This course is for migrants and refugees who would like to improve their English. It will include conversation,
reading, writing and grammar in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere at least sub-intermediate stand of English is
required. Course held Bi-Weekly Tuesday & Thursday.
Contact Viv - 0431 449 044 or vamaughan@bigpond.com for further details and to Enrol.
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good Wi-Fi connection. This is a non-sequential course; members are welcome to join
after commencement. Members on the waitlist will be offered a temporary vacancy if available. The course will not
run over the school holidays. This is “Community Course” – non U3A members are welcome to join - no age
restrictions
21LANF02: French - Sub-Intermediate Type: Long Course
Dates: 08/02/2021 - 22/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Mon 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Louise Keeshan
Reading, writing, and speaking French. An emphasis on the conversation with grammar is included. The class is
conducted mainly in French. Three to four years of high school French is required for enrolment. An English French
dictionary is necessary.
Tutor: Louise Keeshan Email: loukeeshan@hotmail.com
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good wi fi connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19
restrictions allow. This is a non-sequential course Members are welcome to join the course after it has started. This
course will run over the School Holidays. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy
when it becomes available.
21LANF03: French - Intermediate Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 24/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Louise Keeshan
Reading, writing, and speaking French. Emphasis on a conversation with grammar is included. Classes are
conducted mainly in French. 4+ years of high school French is required for enrolment. Please bring an English
French dictionary to classes.
Tutor Louise Keeshan email: loukeeshan@hotmail.com
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good wi fi connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19
restrictions allow. This course will run over the School Holidays. This is a non-sequential course Members are
welcome to join the course after it has started. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary
Vacancy when it becomes available
21LANF04: French - Conversation Type: Long Course
Dates: 08/02/2021 - 06/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Mon 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Susanne Smith
Articles in French magazin@bien-dire are used as a basis for conversation. Some grammar revision. Magazine
subscription approx. $90/year (6 issues). Required: 4+ years study of French or French speaker.
Tutor: Susanne Smith 0429 158 565 info@alaplage.com.au Co Tutor: Vivienne Gloor rgloorvic@yahoo.com.au
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good wi fi connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19
restrictions allow. This course WILL run over the school holidays. This is a non-sequential course. Members are
welcome to join the course after it has started. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary
Vacancy when it becomes available
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 8 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
21LANG05: German Conversation Type: Long Course
Dates: 02/02/2021 - 23/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Tue 10:00 - 12:00
Location: Private Home TBA Tutor/Leader: Jeremy Grant
We meet in a relaxed and friendly fashion and aim to improve German conversational skills. This course has
prerequisites regarding the level of knowledge of the German Language. All Members will go onto the "wait-list)
Maximum Enrolments (10) This group with meet in Private Homes address details will be provided by the Tutor.
Tutor Jeremy Grant Email: jgrant99@bigpond.net.au 5983 1800 Course Assistants: Tricia Allen
triciaa43@bigpond.com & Peter Hekel pmhekel@bigpond.com
This a sequential course you will NOT be able to join after it has started. It would be appreciated if all members
Endeavor to attend all classes to get the maximum benefit from the course. Please contact the Tutor/Leader for
further details. This course will run over the school holidays.
21LANI07: Italian - Intermediate Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 08/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 14:30 - 16:30
Location: Private Home TBA Tutor/Leader: Anna Knabe
Intermediate course not for beginners’ members must have some previous study of Italian. Members will be
required to do some work at home. Reading, dictation& conversation. Members can join the course after it has
started, provided they have some previous study of Italian. This course will revert to U3A premises when COVID-19
restrictions allow.
Tutor Anna Knabe phone: 5989 2446 Assistant Sue Dixon opaleyes3@bigpond.com
This course has prerequisites you will automatically be placed on the “waitlist” you will be advised if you have
been accepted into the course. This course will not run over the School Holidays
21LANI08: Italian Conversation Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 01/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 14:30 - 16:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Liz Gasparini
This group will meet to further their knowledge and to practice the use of the Italian language. Members of this group
need to be able to converse in the Italian Language - this is not for the novice speaker. This course will run over the
School Holidays.
Tutor: Liz Gasparini Phone: 0413 020 866
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good WI FI connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19
restrictions allow. This is a non-sequential course Members are welcome to join the course after it has started.
Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it becomes available.
21LANS01: Introduction to Spanish Type: Short Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 31/03/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 13:00 - 15:00
Location: Mt Martha House 466 Esplanade Mt Martha Tutor/Leader: Maria-Raquel Santander-
Sanchez
This is a short course for those wanting to travel to Spain or Spanish speaking countries in South America or just to
learn the language. This a sequential course you will not be able to join after it has started. It would be appreciated
if all members endeavour to attend all classes to get the maximum benefit from the course.
Tutor Maria-Raquel Email: mara_mii@hotmail.com Phone: 0430 452 372
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 9 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Literature
21LTR001: Bookworms Type: Long Course
Dates: 01/02/2021 - 06/12/2021 Frequency: Monthly, Mon 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Private Home TBA Tutor/Leader: Judy Hallein
Literary book group members meet on the first Monday of each month to discuss a chosen book. Members must be
prepared to obtain the required book. Members must also be prepared to enter the discussion.
Tutor Judith Hallein Email: ram.050523@bigpond.com Phone: 9775 4876 ram.050523@bigpond.com
Co-tutor Barb Livett auntybarb2@bigpond.com
This a sequential course you will not be able to join after it has started. It would be appreciated if all members
Endeavor to attend all classes to get the maximum benefit from the course. This course will run over the school
holidays. All members will go onto the "wait-List" and will be advised by Tutor
21LTR002: Dromana Booklovers Club Type: None
Dates: 18/02/2021 - 19/11/2021 Frequency: Monthly, Thu 14:00 - 16:00
Location: Private Home TBA Tutor/Leader: Sharon Good
The book club meets 2nd Thursday of each month in private homes. Books are selected from the Frankston Library
Book Club scheme. Both fiction & non-fiction books are included to provide a wide variety of issues & ideas for
discussion. The annual membership subscription $15 payable to the leader at the first session for forwarding to
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Library Service.
Leader Sharon Good Email: goodsharon2@gmail.com Phone: 0418 690 081
The course will run over the school holidays. This is a non-sequential course Members are welcome to join the
course after it has started. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it
becomes available
21LTR011: The Writers Group Type: Long Course
Dates: 12/02/2021 - 10/12/2021 Frequency: Second and Fourth Week Monthly, Fri 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Sue Brown
This course offers the opportunity to share your creative writings in a supportive environment. Hints, tips, and lively
discussions form part of the tutorial with structured exercises and material available to assist you in your writing
journey.
Tutor: Sue Brown bill.sue.brown@gmail.com 0408 857 302 Co tutor: Penny Liddiard pennyseaview@gmail.com
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good WI FI connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-
19 restrictions allow. This course will not run over the School Holiday and is a non-sequential course. Members
are welcome to join the course after it has started if there are vacancies. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to
take up a Temporary Vacancy if one becomes available.
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 10 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Music
21MUS002: Musical Keyboard Type: Long Course
Dates: 04/02/2021 - 25/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Thu 14:00 - 16:00
Location: Private Home TBA Tutor/Leader: Jean Freeman
The aim of this course is to learn the Keyboard and understand the functions of the keyboard, with keyboard split
and accompaniments, recording and saving performances, downloading via USB internet styles, voices, and
registrations, mixing using harmony and effects, etc., etc. It would also be an opportunity to exchange music and
look at the excellent music tutorial sites on the internet and be a great source of mutual admiration and
encouragement. Music Composition & study of the jazz standards are part of this course. A Yamaha and Technics
Keyboard is available, or members can bring their own.
Tutor Jean Freeman Phone: 5981 2392 Email: ladymyrt@gmail.com
Maximum 4 students – 2 x 2 alternating weekly. The alternate week is for beginners to learn a few pop songs in
easy keys to get you started. This course will run over the School Holidays. This is a non-sequential course;
members are welcome to join after it has started. Members on the waitlist will be offered a temporary vacancy
when available.
21MUS003: Singing for Fun Type: Long Course
Dates: 01/02/2021 - 06/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Mon 11:00 - 12:00
Location: To be Advised TBA Tutor/Leader: John Cain
The title says it all...we sing together for the enjoyment of singing along to our favourite songs and learning a few
new ones. $22.00 for songbook to be paid for the first session.
Leader: John Cain Email: ejc1874@gmail.com Phone: 0428 884 121
Singing will be held at Dromana Football Ground until COVID-19 restriction allows access to U3A buildings.
This course WILL not run over the school holidays. This is a non-sequential course. Members are most welcome
to join the course after it has started. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy
when it becomes available.
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 11 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Outdoor
21GLF003: Social Golf at Bay Views - Monday Type: Long Course
Dates: 08/02/2021 - 01/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Mon 8:00 - 11:30
Location: Bay Views Golf Course Elizabeth Drive Rosebud Tutor/Leader: Alex Barclay
Playing nine holes of social golf at Bay Views Golf Course, Rosebud. We have a BBQ at the end of each month.
Members are welcome to stay after the game for a chat and coffee. Ball prizes are given for high handicap
competitions, low handicap competitions, nearest to the pin and longest drive in each handicap division. Some
members also register to play social golf at Bay Views on Fridays. Please request costs from Tutor for weekly green
fees.
Contact Alex Barclay on Email: ambarclay@bigpond.com Phone: 0411 647 728 for more details
We will tee off at 8.15 am please arrive a little earlier to sign the attendance register for insurance purposes and
pay green fees. This activity will run over the School Holidays. This is a non-sequential course Members are
welcome to join the course after it has started. Members on the “waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary
Vacancy when it becomes available
21GLF004: Social Golf at Bay Views - Friday Type: Long Course
Dates: 05/02/2021 - 10/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Fri 8:00 - 11:30
Location: Bay Views Golf Course Elizabeth Drive Rosebud Tutor/Leader: Bill Stafford
Playing nine holes of social golf at Bay Views Golf Course, Rosebud. An informal game as practice for the Monday
group - do not have to attend the Monday group. We will tee off at 8.15 am. Please arrive a little earlier to sign in the
attendance register for insurance purposes and pay green fees.
Leader Bill Stafford Email: billstafford1@bigpond.com Phone: 0400 442 050
This is a non-sequential course Members are welcome to join the course after it has started Members on the
“waitlist” will be invited to take up a Temporary Vacancy when it becomes available This course will run over School
Holidays N
21OTD001: Croquet for Beginners Type: Short Course
Dates: 09/03/2021 - 30/03/2021 Frequency: 4 weeks as specified, Tue 13:30 - 15:30
Location: Vern Wright Reserve Tutor/Leader: Bob Riley
An Introduction to the game of Croquet, a clever game of skill & gentle exercise. Held at West Rosebud Bowls &
Croquet Club 66A Elizabeth Ave Rosebud West (Capel Sound) (Vern Wright Reserve). Enjoy our summer
evenings to meet new friends and try your hand at Croquet. All equipment supplied, please dress appropriately for
summer weather with flat shoes.
All enquiries to Betty Riley 5988 9244 elizabeth.riley7@bigpond.com
This a sequential course you will not be able to join after it has started. It would be appreciated if all members
endeavour to attend all classes to get the maximum benefit from the course.
21OTD002: Lawn Bowls for Beginners Type: Short Course
Dates: 05/03/2021 - 26/03/2021 Frequency: 4 weeks as specified, Fri 14:00 - 15:00
Location: Vern Wright Reserve Tutor/Leader: Bob Riley
An Introduction to the game of Lawn Bowls. Held at West Rosebud Bowls & Croquet Club 66A Elizabeth Ave
Rosebud West (Capel Sound) (Vern Wright Reserve). Enjoy our summer evenings meet new friends and try your
hand at Lawn Bowls. No cost & all equipment supplied, please dress appropriately for summer weather with flat
shoes.
All enquires to Betty Riley 5988 9244 elizabeth.riley7@bigpond.com
This a sequential course you will not be able to join after it has started. It would be appreciated if all members
endeavour to attend all classes to get the maximum benefit from the course.
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21OTD009: Kayaking and Canoeing Type: Short Course
Dates: 05/02/2021 - 03/12/2021 Frequency: First- and third-Week Bi-Monthly, Fri 9:30 - 14:00
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: Graham Cooke
This is an opportunity to join with like-minded others to explore waterways on the Peninsula and other parts of
Victoria. The emphasis is on touring and recreation. Initial trips will be to Devilbend Reservoir. Varying lengths of
sessions - most local sessions will last 3-4 hours. Suitable waterways on the Peninsula are limited so trips further
afield are envisaged e.g., the Yarra, the Maribyrnong, the Goulburn, the Barwon. Some of these trips will necessitate
overnight stays.
Leader: Graham romantic7@bigpond.com Ph: 0419 941 768 Assistant Warwick Spinaze
petandwozspin@bigpond.com
All levels of experience are welcome but those who join the group need to have a kayak or canoe, life jacket and
suitable clothing and sun protection. Ability to transport a kayak is desirable but there may be people with vehicles
that can transport 2 kayaks. No planned activities over winter although individual members are free to arrange
outings on fine days. All activities will be subject to weather conditions. Meetings planned for wet and windy days will
be cancelled. This course WILL run over the school holidays. This is a non-sequential course; Members are
welcome to join the course after it has started. Some Kayaks may be available if you want to try out.
U3A Southern Peninsula Page 13 of 17.Courses Calendar from 01/01/2021 to 31/12/2021
Photography
21PHG001: U3A Photography Group (A) Type: Long Course
Dates: 12/02/2021 - 10/12/2021 Frequency: Second- and Fourth-Week Bi-Monthly Fri 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Ernie de Vlieger
Members of the Photography group are enthusiastic amateur photographers. The program consists of discussions
and demonstrations of various aspects of photography, off-site photoshoots, videos, visiting photographers and lots
of fun. Members share their images and talents and through constructive comments, each member improves their
understanding and skill level. Participation in the fortnightly homework challenge, which includes sending resized
photos by email to the Tutor/Leader, is an important aspect of this program. A preferable prerequisite is the ability to
use automatic and semi-automatic camera controls with basic computer skills. Every member of the group will be
expected to contribute, even in a small way, to the efficient running of the group. This course has prerequisites you
will automatically be placed on the “waitlist” you will be advised if you have been accepted into the course.
Leader Ernie Phone: 5982 1476 Email: ernsue3@bigpond.com
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good wi fi connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19
restrictions allow. This course will run over the school holidays.
21PHG007: Photography for Beginners Type: Short Course
Dates: 01/02/2021 - 22/02/2021 Frequency: 3 weeks as specified, Mon 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Barry Mills
For those who want to learn the very basics in photography, this course will teach you how to demystify your camera
and you will also learn the art of photography in a slow and informed manner. What to bring - Camera, Camera
Manual, Exercise book and pen. And above all plenty of enthusiasm. This is a non-sequential course; members are
welcome to join after the start date.
Contact Barry on painter21@bigpond.com or 0417 398 096
21PHG008: Photography (Intermediate) Type: Long Course
Dates: 02/02/2021 - 07/12/2021 Frequency: Monthly, Tue 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Barry Mills
Photography from the beginners’ class can Enrol in this Intermediate course. Participants must provide all
photography equipment and gained experience from the Beginners class to know their camera settings.
Leader: Barry Mills Email: painter21@bigpond.com
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good WI FI connection. The course will be held outdoors weather permitting. This
course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19 restrictions allow. This a sequential course you will not
be able to join after it has started. It would be appreciated if all members endeavour to attend all classes to get the
maximum benefit from the course. This course will not run over the School Holidays
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Tai Chi
21HEX011: Tai Chi 24 Type: Long Course
Dates: 04/02/2021 - 02/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Thu 14:30 - 15:30
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: Bev Thornhill
This course will be held outdoors. This course will revert to an indoor class when COVID-19 restrictions allow This
course focuses on Yang Style Tai Chi 24. It does not suit beginners. Members are required to have done a previous
class with Bev. We will begin each session with Qi Qong exercise. I have studied Yang style, Tai Chi, locally for the
past 15 years with the Tai Chi Kung Fu Institute. Since 2016 I have been instructing a group of beginners locally in
the Southern Peninsula.
You must have some prior experience in practising Tai Chi. Tai Chi Wand is required for this course. Contact the
tutor for details. This a sequential course. Members will not be able to join after it has started. It would be
appreciated if all members endeavour to attend all classes to get the maximum benefit from the course. This course
WILL run over School Holidays. This course has prerequisites you will automatically be placed on the “waitlist”.
Please contact the Tutor/Leader for further details. Maximum Enrolments 12 Contact Bev on lolabevt@gmail.com or
0423 148 159
21HEX021: Tai Chi & Qi Gong for Beginners Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 30/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 12:00 - 13:00
Location: Mt Martha House 466 Esplanade Mt Martha Tutor/Leader: Naomi Toy
This course is for members with little or no previous experience of Tai Chi - a gentle exercise form often called
meditation in motion. Naomi will cover 5 forms, Tai Chi for Arthritis, 10 Form Lotus, Shabashi and other Qigong
forms. Tai Chi helps with balance and strength. Qi Gong cultivates energy. Please wear loose-fitting clothing and
soft runner style shoes. Please bring a bottle of water to class. Members will be able to join for the first 6 weeks after
the course has started.
Tutor Naomi Toy Phone: 5987 3450 Email: nrtoy@bigpond.com
Naomi is a member of the Tai Chi Institute for Health and a qualified instruction. She has been teaching for 8
years with Peninsula Health and U3A Mornington. She has attended many workshops with Dr Paul Lam of the
Institute and has travelled to Bali to do Qigong Retreats for the past 3 years. This course will NOT run over the
School Holidays.
21HEX022: Tai Chi & Qi Gong Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 30/11/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 13:30 - 14:30
Location: Mt Martha House 466 Esplanade Mt Martha Tutor/Leader: Naomi Toy
This course is for members who completed the Beginners Course in 2019/20 or with previous experience of Tai Chi
for Arthritis. Naomi will cover 5 forms, Tai Chi for Arthritis, 10 Form Lotus, Shabashi and other Qigong forms. Tai Chi
helps with balance and strength. Qi Gong cultivates energy. Please wear loose-fitting clothing and soft runner style
shoes. Please bring a bottle of water to class. Members will be able to join for the first 6 weeks after the course has
started.
Tutor Naomi Toy Phone: 5987 3450 Email: nrtoy@bigpond.com
Naomi is a member of the Tai Chi Institute for Health and a qualified instruction. She has been teaching for 8
years with Peninsula Health and U3A Mornington. She has attended many workshops with Dr Paul Lam of the
Institute and has travelled to Bali to do Qigong Retreats for the past 3 years. This course will NOT run over the
School Holidays.
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Walking
21WAL001: Happy Wanderers - Walking Group Type: Long Course
Dates: 04/02/2021 - 09/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Thu 9:30 - 12:00
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: Liz Gasparini
Happy Wanderers engage in weekly walks of approximately 8km taking about 2hr at various places around the
Mornington Peninsula. The walks are graded according to difficulty and include beach, street, and bush walks.
Start time is 09:30 during Daylight Saving and 10:00 am for the balance of the year. For the more difficult walks,
there is an option to turn back after 30-40 mins, so reducing the length of the walk. General Fitness is required for
these walks around the Peninsula. This course will run over the School Holidays. Maximum 50 walkers. Members
will automatically be placed on a “waitlist” throughout the year and will be accepted when vacancies occur.
Leader: Liz Gasparini Email: lizgasparini@gmail.com Phone: 0413 020 866
21WAL002: Gentle Walking Group Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 01/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 9:20 - 11:30
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: Barb Livett
Enjoyable walks are approx. 4-5 km around the Peninsula, on mainly flat tracks. A coffee break is an important part
of the outing. A basic level of fitness is required Call Barb Livett 59868295 or 0425851894 before enrolling.
Maximum 36 enrolments. This course will run over the School Holidays.
Leader: Barb Livett email auntybarb2@bigpond.com
21WAL003: Bushwalkers Type: Long Course
Dates: 03/02/2021 - 01/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Wed 8:15 - 0:00
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: Gwen Smith
Walks between 12 and 16kms. Some starting times vary, and these along with starting point description and Melway
reference are listed on our program. An appropriate level of fitness is required. Most walks are on the Peninsula.
When we travel further, a local foreshore walk is available. Once or twice a year we have a week away. Occasionally
longer walks and training are organized as interest is expressed.
In Feb and Mar, we start at 8.15 am, then change to 8.45 am. Finish Time varies according to the length of the walk.
Contact Gwen for program details and arrange for you to walk with us. This course will run over the School Holidays.
Leader: Gwen Smith email: gwenls@pac.com.au Ph: 5982 0111 southernu3awalkers@gmail.com
21WAL005: Meanderers - Walking Group Type: Long Course
Dates: 04/02/2021 - 02/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Thu 9:30 - 11:30
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: David Mott
Weekly walks of approximately 8km taking about 2hr at various places around the Mornington Peninsula. The walks
are graded according to difficultly and include beach, street, and bush walks.
Leader: David Mott 0488 299 430 djamott@bigpond.com Course Assistant: Jean Mott
General fitness is required for these walks around the Peninsula. For the more difficult walks, there is an option to
turn back after 30-40 mins, so reducing the length of the walk. This course will run over the School Holidays.
Members on the waitlist will be invited to take up a temporary vacancy if available.
21WAL006: Friday Foreshore Strolls Type: Long Course
Dates: 05/02/2021 - 03/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Fri 9:20 - 11:00
Location: Various TBA Tutor/Leader: Barb Livett
Enjoyable walks are approx. 4 - 5 km around the Peninsula on mainly flat tracks - a coffee break is an important part
of the outing. Meet in the Car Park of Coles Supermarket McCrae 9.20 am A basic level of fitness is required. This
course will run over the School Holidays. Maximum Enrolments (26) Call Barb Livett 59868295 or 0425851894 before
enrolling email: auntybarb2@bigpond.com
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YOGA
21YOGA03: Yoga for Wellbeing at Rye Type: Long Course
Dates: 02/02/2021 - 07/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Tue 10:30 - 11:30
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Annie Benfield
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good wi fi connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19
restrictions allow Enjoy a gentle Hatha flow style of yoga. Suitable for all levels. Beginners are welcome! Using your
breath and gentle stretches feel the amazing benefits of yoga as your body and mind become more flexible,
balanced and calm. C This course has prerequisites you will automatically be placed on the “waitlist” Please contact
the Tutor/Leader for further details.
Participants will need to supply their Yoga mat, strap, and block, please check with Tutor for costs. No classes on
School Holidays. This is a non-sequential course; members can join after commencement. Members on the waitlist
will be offered a temporary vacancy if available. Maximum participants 15.
Contact Annie on anniepenmagic@gmail.com
21YOGA04: Yin Yoga at Rye Type: Long Course
Dates: 02/02/2021 - 07/12/2021 Frequency: Weekly Course, Tue 11:45 - 13:45
Location: Zoom Tutor/Leader: Annie Benfield
This is a Zoom video Conferencing Course. Participants need to have a device (phone, tablet, or computer) with
microphone & camera and good wi fi connection. This course will revert to a Face-to-Face course when COVID-19
restrictions allow A slower-paced class that focuses on stretching our connective tissue in our joints. In Yin, we focus
on holding poses for 3 to 5 minutes. Yin is all about surrendering and mindfulness through Yoga. General fitness
required.
Participants will need to supply their Yoga mat, strap, block, blanket, and bolster. Please check with the Tutor for
costs. No classes during School Holidays. This is a non-sequential course; members will be allowed to join after
commencement. Members on the waitlist will be offered a temporary vacancy if available. Max enrolments 15
Contact Annie on anniepenmagic@gmail.com
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