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Workshops

Ahimsa Yoga A new eco-friendly yoga studio in the Mile End. Visit www.ahimsayogamontreal.com for the schedule or pop by the space 5369 St Laurent, Suite 240 to check it out. First class is free! 514-813-YOGA (9642), ahimsayogamontreal.com

Art Classes Fundamentals to advanced skills covered - flexible class schedule - creative and comfortable studio environment - taught by qualified and professional working artist. $320 for an 8 week session (2 hrs per week). $25 per hr for single classes. 514-935-3978 or jetayler@yahoo.com

Arts & Crafts Workshops Vist monastiraki.blogspot.com for a look at the summer program. Monastiraki 5478 St-Laurent. (514) 278-4879

Bollywood Dance Excellent cardio workout. Open to all. Special class on Wed, Sept. 1, from 6:30pm-8pm at Circuit-Est centre chorégraphique, 1881, rue St-André. Info: contact info@fluidance.org or visit www.fluidance.org.

Car Mechanic Basics for Women Lifting the car, battery buster, oil change, antifreeze, tires, windshield washer, tachometer, etc. Know your own car and save money. Info: 514-733-3848, luminitech@gmail.com.

Contemporary Dance Classes Aug 30 Mix of contemporary and modern dance techniques are taught through different rhythms and music traditions. Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8pm at Centre choregraphique Circuit-Est, 1881 St-André (metro Sherbrooke). Info: info@fluidance.org or visit www.fluidance.org.

Cover Letter & Résumé Writing Workshop To Dec 06 Learn the techniques of effective and strategic résumé and cover letter writing. Participants will focus on highlighting their qualifications, skills, and achievements through a series of group and written activities. *In order to have access to workshops, participants must attend a Jump-Start Your Job Search session (offered Tuesdays & Fridays: 2pm-4pm, free). Monday mornings: 10am-12pm, free. Info: 514-878-9788. YES Montreal (Youth Employment Services) 666 Sherbrooke W, 7th Floor 878-9788 ext. 324

Free Dance Classes! T3 Triple Threat Youth Mentors is offering free dance classes for kids, teens & adults. Jazz- Hip- Hop, Tap Contemporary and more. Free classes and workshops all summer. Info: www.ruatriplethreat.com

Free Gyrokinesis Class On Aug 26 & Sept 2 from 5:30pm-7pm at Tango Fabrika, 5359 ave du Parc. Bring your yoga mat. Reservation required (514) 561-2323 or info@tangofabrika.com Info: tangofabrika.com

Free Tango Dancing Free tango dancing at N.D.G. Park (Sherbrooke between Marcil and Girouard) every Monday at 6:30pm. Introductory lesson for beginners at 7 p.m. Info: 514-486-5588, montango@sympatico.ca or visit www.montango.ca.

Free Tango Lessons Free trial class on Aug 28 & Sept 3, at 9pm with or without partner. On Thursday Sept 2 at 5:30pm with partner at Tango Fabrika, 5359 du Parc. Reservation required 514 561-2323 or info@tangofabrika.com Info: tangofabrika.com

Free Yoga-Pilates - Toning Classes - Mind / Body Strollercise & w/ Babysitting The Milton-Park Recreation Association offers free fitness courses on Monday at 1pm, Thursday at 9:30am and Friday at 11am to financially disadvantaged parents and new immigrants. Parents who have the financial means are also encouraged to register for these courses at the regular price. At 3555 St-Urbain (between Prince-Arthur & Sherbrooke). Metro Place des Arts or call (514) 872-0566 for more info.

Hatha Yoga Meditation, Breathing, Postures & Relaxation Wednesday evenings from 7pm-8pm. Drop in $12 or 10 classes for $90. All levels. Please bring your own yoga mat! Contact Marie: 690-9598. Galerie Lamoureux Ritzenhoff 68 St-Paul W. / 1428 Sherbrooke W. 840-9066 / 840-0990

Jump Start Your Job Search Participants will be given an overview of the services and resources available at YES as well as several key concepts and methods of the job search process. Facilitators will guide participants through group activities and discuss approaches that will help job-seekers access the hidden job market. In order to have access to workshops, and appointment with a counselor, participants must attend a two-hour Jump Start Your Job Search Orientation Session (visit yesmontreal.ca for more info). 2pm-4pm, free. YES Montreal (Youth Employment Services) 666 Sherbrooke W, 7th Floor 878-9788 ext. 324

Karma Yoga Volunteer your time and receive free yoga classes. www.unitedyogamontreal.com

Laughter Yoga Start your week off with a laugh! Join the Funny Laughter Club of Parc La Fontaine for Laughter Yoga every Monday from 5pm-6pm at Art Neuf, 3819 Calixa-Lavalee. Learn how to laugh for no reason with breathing, laughter exercises, and laughter meditation. PWYC. RSVP: tashataylor@gmail.com

Les Lundis en espagnol Aug 30 Tango and salsa dance classes given in spanish. 6pm, $3. Café de Lima 6409 St-Hubert, corner Beaubien (514) 282-8777

Literacy Unlimited If you know someone who has difficulty reading or writing - we can help. Literacy Unlimited has been helping adults challenged with low literacy since 1981. For information on services and programs call 514-694-0007 or visit www.literacyunlimited.ca

Soccer Adults soccer classes throughout the summer and fall on Parc Jeanne-Mance open to all abilities especially beginners. Free trial class every Monday at 7pm, register at www.montrealadultsoccer.com or phone Ged for more details. 514 652 0681.

Swing Dance Party Aug 27 All levels, no partner needed. Beginner lesson at 8:30pm, dance at 9:30pm, $8. École de danse swing Cat's Corner 3451 St-Laurent, 3rd flr. (514) 874-9846

Toastmasters Come and visit Toastmasters and have fun while you improve your public speaking and communication skills in a warm and friendly environment. Toastmasters is a non-profit organization and meets every Thursday @ 7PM at the NDG YMCA, come and see for yourself! Call for more information @ 514-369-2116.

Voice and Movement Sept. 13-17 Workshop with Susanna Hood. $65. studio303.ca

Yoga for the People Community yoga classes on the Plateau. All levels, abilities and body types are welcome to join weekly Hatha Yoga classes every Thursday, 5pm-6pm at rad'a yoga studio, 841 Gilford, Metro Laurier (www.radamontreal.com). Pay what you can (sugg. $5). For more info, contact Roseanne at yogaforthepeople.mtl@gmail.com

Yoga on the Park Fall session begins Sept 13. A variety of styles and levels with skilled and inspiring teachers. Check the website at www.yogaonthepark for full schedule of classes and workshops, or call 514-482-9023. 5582 Sherbrooke W.