Community centre classes
We launched our community centre in January 2023. Community centre classes are open to all members of the public. Contact the organisers below directly for more information or to book your slot.
MEET OUR COMMUNITY CENTRE PARTNERS
RETHA POOL
Drama School
Retha joins us all the way from the Free State! She taught Drama, Art and English at Oranje Girls’ School in Bloemfontein for 18 years. In addition to her teaching career, Retha opened her own private Drama School in 1998 and has had her students compete in the SA Drama College Exams. She is also a national examiner for the College. Other accomplishments include: a Masters Degree in drama; the Reza de Wet Youth Theatre Festival (now part of the Free State Arts Festival); and appointments as Senior Marker and Exam Moderator for the NSC Drama exam in the Free State. Retha now lives in Montagu with her family.
Contact details: Phone 083 302 2517
BETH KEYTEL
TRE® (Tension and trauma releasing exercises) – Certified TRE® Provider, QEC Certified Practitioner, Wellness Coach
I have been honoured to spend the last few years doing what I love best: providing the tools and space for people to empower and heal themselves naturally. TRE® is a powerful and yet very simple way to access the body’s ability to shake off tension and stress. It is a physical practice, in which we trigger the natural neurogenic tremoring process through simple stretches and muscle stress exercises, then by lying on a mat and allowing the body to release tension and trauma, in a sustained, yet controlled and gentle way. Many clients describe it as feeling like a massage from the inside out. Every exercise can be modified to suit individual clients, and as we focus on the safety of the client.
Contact details: Phone 083 227 6830
DANIQUE FULLARD
Modern Dance & Acrobatic Arts/Dance
I’m a qualified Modern dance (AIDT) and Acro dance (Acrobatic Arts) teacher and choreographer. I started a dance school over 10 years ago and now run a more focused dance academy for dancers that want to pursue competitions and exam training. I’m the director, choreographer and teacher and I work with one other teacher. We love helping dancers and creating beautiful work.
Contact details: Phone 084 823 5166
HANNA NAUDÉ
Fine Art
I trained as a graphic designer and worked as an in-house designer and draftsman at the department of zoology (University of Stellenbosch), after which I started teaching private art classes for children and adults and discovered my true love: teaching. Although I still paint and exhibit myself, the ART BAZAAR art school is my main focus. It is a wonderland full of children of all ages who come daily to paint, draw, build and grow. Art is a creative activity that expresses our imaginative and technical skills. Through my art classes, I teach the children those skills through the use of different mediums, drawing and design work, painting and crafting. We work alone and in teams, learn to focus, self-reflect and look closely, build confidence – all whilst playing in the rainbow.
Contact details: Phone 076 278 9993
CATE DOMS
Multilevel Vinyasa Yoga
I am a qualified Play Therapist who discovered a love and passion for yoga. With a background in psychology I was particularly drawn to the healing aspect which yoga provides in a wholistic “mind/body” manner. I truly believe that the physical workout, combined with the breath work and focus that yoga provides is possibly the best combination to keep your mind and body in shape. I am also drawn to the playful and physical aspect of the yoga poses and how they cater for many different needs and abilities. There is something for everyone! Anyone is welcome to come and experience the healing power of yoga. After completing my YTT 200 at the Hot Yoga Studio in Stellenbosch I decided to open my own yoga studio. I now run Blossom Yoga Studio on Saratoga Farm, where I live.
Contact details: Phone 082 372 5540
CHERISE VOSLOO
Victory Music
Guitar | Electric Guitar | Ukelele | Drums
I believe that music tames the storms inside us. Mastering an instrument is great for self-esteem, overall well-being and making us receptive to learning new information quicker. Teaching people this skill brings me great joy. I picked up a guitar at the age of 14 and never looked book. As a teenager, music really helped me and so through the years I have taught myself to play the electric guitar, bass guitar, drums and ukulele. In 2016 I enrolled in a creative arts academy where I received formal training. I am currently studying towards a degree in applied psychology and counselling.
Contact details
Phone: 072 390 0214
Email: cheriereal@icloud.com
WAYNE MINNIES
Chess, Robotics and Coding
Minnies Chess Academy was created in 2015 after my return to South Africa from a hospitality and teaching background. Research has proven many benefits to Chess exposure for example: it challenges memory, improves calculation, develops visual-spatial skills, and promotes critical thinking abilities. This is why Minnies Chess Academy has had many players selected for Provincial and National Colours in Chess, as well as achieve outstanding Maths and Science results at school. It’s impossible not to become passionate about this game/sport/art.
I also offer basic coding and robotics lessons, suitable for primary school aged children.
Contact: Email cwissportsacademy1@gmail.com
WESSEL TALJAARD
Karate
Hi there. I have been living in Bonnievale for 25 years. I was raised and schooled there since I was 3 years old. Growing up in a small town like Bonnievale helped me to appreciate the community and nature that surrounds me. I love the outdoors and being an active individual. I find excitement in the small things of life.
Contact: Phone 072 794 8368