Hudson Community Services: Community Education, School Age Care, Summer Programs

Have you ever wanted to add beads to your knitting? Learn the basics of knitting with beads and make this stunning cowl. It's a very easy stitch pattern that's fun to knit. The cowl is approximately 4 1/2” deep x 48 ” in circumference using approximately 200 yards of a dk weight yarn. We will discuss bead types and sizes, stringing and bead knitting techniques and pre-string 6/0 TOHO seed beads before knitting the project. Students will choose yarn and bead colors at the beginning of the first class.

We will crochet this sweet, little basket with handles and learn about working in the round. Time permitting, we will work up samples of various crochet techniques, particularly eliminating the "bumps and "gaps" at the edges of work using a variety of stitches. All materials will be provided by the instructor and the cost is included in the class fee.

Be safe, be fit and learn to protect yourself and your family! Kempo-Goju Karate is a true self-defense art, incorporating a unique blend of circular and rapid Chinese Kempo with the Japanese Goju-Ryu striking, blocking and traditional forms. These styles mix judo, aikido, jujitsu and jodo (short staff). Kempo-Goju has schools in many places in the US and the world. Classes begin with warm-up exercises and stretching. Beginners will focus on learning the fundamentals of punching, kicking and blocking. Advanced students are taught throws, takedowns, and weapon defense. (Ages 9+ - youth under the age of 9 may be accepted with approval from the instructor)