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Discover rhythms from around the world

Discover the colour and warmth of rhythms from around the world this fall by registering at an African or Brazilian drumming school. Give free rein to your creativity and learn about different cultures while having lots of fun. As well as developing your motor skills, learning the art of drumming will also allow you to improve your concentration and your musical memory. Classes offered by drumming schools are usually given in the form of group workshops that take place in a dynamic and festive atmosphere. They introduce participants to the playing techniques of various instruments, including the djembe, conga, bongo, darbuka, and doum doum. These instruments are supplied by the school and can sometimes be rented by students wishing to practice at home.

Do you have rhythm in your blood? Exchange your running shoes for a pair of Wellington boots and experi- ence the enthralling adventure of gumboot dancing. Like drumming with the feet, this art form originated in the gold mines of South Africa during apartheid and is named for the rubber boots or gumboots worn by the workers. Because speaking was forbidden, coded rhythms tapped by the feet allowed miners to communicate amongst themselves. Over time this rarely used language transformed into a form of percussive dance that is taught around the world. Best of all, the gumboot dance is great for staying fit and relaxing due to its steady rhythm and rapid movements.

So, whether you prefer to learn the art of djembe or gumboot, let the mesmerizing and powerful rhythms

of Africa and Brazil sweep you away as you register at a drumming school or dance class.

How to make your dog become your best friend Many people say that a dog isman’s best friend. However, despite all the affection that may have been lavished on them, pets often develop bad habits that their owners would love to correct. Sometimes, it is no longer clear who is even master of the home! Dog training classes can offer some solutions that will alleviate your and your pet’s stress. A wide range of obedience training classes are available to owners and their dogs, whether they are puppies or adults. These classes aim to teach owners the main obedience techniques, and group sessions are often available so that dogs can become accustomed to concentrating even in the presence of distractions. Heel, sit, down, up, stay, and come are the basic commands demonstrated at the beginning of all these classes. Owners will also learn to better understand a dog’s body language so they are able to correct the most com- mon types of unwelcome behaviour: barking, excessive jumping, aggressiveness, and anxiety. Classes also include tips on grooming and healthcare, which are essential to the well-being of your four-legged friend. Many dog training schools offer private classes in the home so that owners can learn and practice new techniques with all the attention of the instructor. Although methods recommended by obedience training schools may vary from one place to another, the for- mula based on positive reinforcement is by far the most popular. One thing is sure, training methods must always respect the animals. Once you have registered for a class, all you’ll have to do then is stock up on treats and be prepared to give your beloved pet lots of affection.

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Would you like your child to learn French at an early age and have access to a French school? La Coccinelle offers a French-speaking half-day educational program at Alain-Fortin elementary school located at 676 Lakeridge drive, Orleans. (For children aged 2 ½ to 4 years old) and a French-speaking full-day daycare program at Béatrice-Desloges , located at 1999 Provence Ave., Orleans. (for children aged 18months to 2 ½ years old). If interested, call Nathalie Cardinal at 613 824-4492 or beatrice.desloges@lacoccinelle.com . Have your child join La Coccinelle family today!

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