We offer you the opportunity to learn a new skill whilst on vacation. This can
provide an interesting focus for your holiday and a fun way to make friends.
Classes/Workshops will normally be 2-3 hours daily or less, leaving you the
rest of the day to laze about or sight-see.
Even if you are staying in a
hotel, you would be most welcome to take a workshop with us.
We have currently on offer:
Steel Pan Workshops
These are conducted by the leader
of a well-known, professional
steel pan group in the Grand Anse
area. He will lead you
through the history and development of pan and the basics of playing this
amazing instrument, the only new instrument to be invented in the 20th century.
By the time you leave you ought to be able to play a little tune. Great fun for all!
Drumming Workshops
Run by Raymond
who can host small or large group classes at his home in the
country village of La Fillette, near Grenville, St.Andrew's.
You can combine the workshop with a delicious local vegetarian lunch.
The level can be pitched at experienced players or complete beginners - an
enthusiasm to learn is the main thing! African/Caribbean rhythms explored.
Traditional goatskin drums will be provided.
Introduction to West Indian Cookery
Love spicy cooking? Why not take a few lessons in preparing Grenadian
specialities? Learn to make Oil-down, the national dish, Peas and Rice,
Calalloo Soup or Banana Bread amongst many others. Cynthia, who has much
catering experience, teaches this course and will come to
your apartment or home if the host is amenable.
If
this is not possible, you can go to one of our homes in Bailles Bacolet.where
Jean, who is also an experienced cook and teacher, can take larger groups for
workshops, and you can walk around her garden or go to the local beach
afterwards. Our brand-new community tours offer a cooking workshop here for
small groups. You will, of course, enjoy the fruits of your labour for your
lunch!
Wood-carving
With one of the Caribbean's most accomplished wood-carvers, Wayne Snagg,
learn the basics of creating beautiful sculptures out of local woods.
Visit him at his home-based gallery in Calliste, St.George's.
Yoga. Meditation and
Massage
Elisabeth (B.A., I.T.E.C.,
RYT200, Reiki Level II) is an internationally qualified yoga and meditation
teacher, Reiki and massage therapist. She offers group and private classes in
Sivananda Yoga and meditation classes out of her home in L'Anse aux Epines,
St.George's. She is also a massage therapist - the massage is based on Swedish
techniques accentuated with deep-tissue work, acupressure, Reiki and
reflexology. She has a Social Psychology background and many years of
experience. Call 444 5845 to make an appointment. Children also welcome.
Soon to be added
- Caribbean dance - calypso, reggae and
folk dancing.