Lifestyle, Hobbies & Leisure

Feel invigorated with courses in Mindfulness, Psychology, Yoga and Pilates and improve your knowledge and interest in Art, Bridge and many more in a Lifestyle, Hobby or Leisure evening class.

Evening Courses

Details of the lifestyle, hobby and leisure evening courses available this Autumn in Rathmines College are listed below, including days, price and times. Please use the + to view a description of each course and to Apply online.
Lifestyle, Hobbies & Leisure
*NEW* Art- Fundamentals of Drawing | Mon. 18:00-19:00 | 8 weeks | €90 |

In this new course, you will learn the basics of drawing: lines, tones and perspective.  Students will need to bring a sketch book and the course runs for 8 weeks starting on Monday Sept 23rd. Apply Now

*NEW* Art- Drawing and Painting for Beginners/ Intermediate- Acrylics | Mon. 19:00-20:30 | 8 wks | €110

In this courses, students will enjoy learning Acrylics painting techniques. Suitable for both beginners and intermediates, please note that you will need to bring your own brushes and acrylic paints. The course runs for 8 weeks starting on Monday September 23rd. Apply Now

Pilates (Beginners) | Tues. 18:00- 19:00 | 10 weeks | €85

Pilates – This course is suitable for beginners. (Students need to bring their own mats). The course runs for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday Sept 24th. Apply Now

Pilates (Continuation) | Tues.. 19:00- 20: 00 | 10 weeks | €85

Pilates – This course is suitable for those who have already complete the beginners course. (Students need to bring their own mats).The course runs for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday Sept 24th. Apply Now

Mindfulness for Work/Life Balance | Tues. 18:00-19:00 | 8 weeks | €70

How to set achievable goals for a healthy work/life balance. The course runs for 8 weeks starting on Tuesday, Sept 24th. Apply Now

Wine Appreciation | Mon. 18:00-19:30 | 8 weeks | €85

In this extremely popular course, you will learn to appreciate wines from all around the world, tasting included+ Extra charge of €50 for material/wine to be paid to the teacher on the first night. The course runs for 8 weeks starting on Monday Sept. 23rd . Make sure to apply early to secure your place Apply Now

*NEW* Practical Psychology | Tues: 18:00- 19:30 | 6 weeks | €80

Practical psychology for everyday life will help you to gain a deeper understanding of how you think, communicate and behave in order to maintain a positive lifestyle.  The course runs for 6 weeks starting on Tuesday Sept 24th Apply Now

*NEW* Embroidery | Mon: 19:00-20:30 | 10 weeks | €95

Have fun learning Embroidery techniques in a pleasant atmosphere. Learn to sew beautiful patterns (+extra charge of €25 for material paid to the teacher on the first night). The course runs for 10 weeks starting on Monday Sept. 23rd. Apply Now

 

Bridge for Beginners (Term 1) | Tues: 18:00- 20:00 | 10 weeks | €120

Learn the techniques and discover the card game. The course runs for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday Sept 24th Apply Now

Yoga for Beginners | Mon. 17:30- 18:30 | 10 weeks | €85

Suitable for beginners, please bring your own mat. The course runs for 10 weeks starting on Monday Sept 23rd Apply Now

*NEW* Drama and Acting | Monday-18:30-20:00 | 10 weeks | €95

Build Confidence, Have fun, Learn the art of performance and meet new people. The course runs for 10 weeks starting on Monday Sept 23rd Apply Now

*NEW* Arts- Portray in Mix Media | Tuesday 18:00-19:00 | 10 weeks | €90

Portray in mix media (from reference pictures) Anatomy and drawing principles (watercolour / ink / gouache and acrylics).  The course runs for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday, Sept 24th Apply Now

*NEW* Arts – Life drawing | Tuesday 18:00- 19:30 | 10 weeks | €110

Arts – Life drawing (+extra charge of €35 for model paid to the teacher on the first night).  The course runs for 10 weeks starting on Tuesday, Sept 24th Apply Now

*NEW* Introduction to the principles of Meditation | Tuesday 19:30-20:30 | 6 weeks | €70

This course will lead you step-by-step through mediation process outlining concrete strategies to help resolve disputes. The course runs for 6 weeks starting on Tuesday, Sept 24th Apply Now

*NEW* Modern Day Communication - Debating | Tuesday 18:00-19:30 | 6 weeks | €80

Making connections and communicating in today’s world. Get your thoughts & ideas heard by audiences and target markets.  The course runs for 6 weeks starting on Tuesday, Sept 24th Apply Now

*NEW* Musical Theatre Dance Course | Tuesday 17:00-1800- 8 weeks | €70

Low Impact dance course for all age groups. No experience necessary. Great mix of music from Broadway through the present day.  The course runs for 8 weeks starting on Tuesday, Sept 24th Apply Now