Nikkei
Horizons FAQs | Contact Info
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 What
do Japanese calligraphy, personal computers and western line
dancing have in common? These are all quarterly classes that
are offered through Nikkei Horizons, our continuing education
program for active seniors interested in getting more out
of life. Every quarter, up to 400 participants enroll in dozens
of classes and workshops taught by volunteer instructors who
bring a lifetime of experience in their craft or skill.
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Explore
Oregon, Point
Defiance Park, and Golden
Village tours!
 Here
are some of the ongoing courses and recent workshops offered:
-
Basic Computers
- Gentle
Stretching Yoga
- Beginning
Japanese Conversation
- Sumi-e
Brush Painting
Workshops
- Balance
and Agility Workshop
- Chiyogami
Ningyo Dolls
- 55
Alive- Driver Safety Program
- Managing
Your Blood Sugar
| "The classes
and textbooks [for the Beginning Computers] are
very well thought out. They cater to each individual's
level, skill and progress. Everybody is made to
feel very comfortable in class."
"The instructors are wonderful.
They have tremendous patience for beginners like
me."
-Nikkei Horizons participants |
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In
addition to classes, Nikkei Horizons plans and leads tours
to places of interest all over Western Washington and beyond.
Examples of recent tours include:
- concerts
at Benaroya Hall,
- neighborhood
bakery tours,
- light
hikes in the Cascade Mountains,
- matinee
theater and musical performances,
-
fruit tours to the Yakima Valley.
Examples
of overnight tours include:
- Campbell's
Resort at Lake Chelan
- three
nights in Las Vegas
- overnight
in Victoria, BC
- Mariners
Spring Training in Peoria, AZ
At
Nikkei Horizons we believe that staying active is the key
to longevity and extended health. Our program provides an
affordable means for older adults to stay physically and mentally
active while strengthening their ties to their community.
- How
do I get involved in Nikkei Horizons?
Every
quarter, Nikkei Horizons mails out a schedule that lists
upcoming classes, workshops and tours. A registration form,
included in the schedule, should be mailed in with payment
for the activities you select. If you are not already on
our mailing list, please contact us and we will have you
added. A copy of the current class schedule (including registration
form) is also available here to download and print from
your computer.
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What
fees are involved in participating in the program?
In
addition to class tuition or tour fees, there is a $20 yearly
membership fee (valid September-August) or an $10 quarterly
membership fee due with registration. Class tuition is $30
for seniors (65+) for most classes. Workshop fees typically
range from $15-$30, although some of our workshops are offered
free of charge.
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May
I participate in the program even if I am not a senior?
Nikkei
Horizons welcomes everyone to participate in our program.
However, should a class or tour fill up, priority will be
given to seniors (65+). Also, non-seniors pay $10 more in
tuition fee for classes.
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How
do I get involved in Nikkei Horizons as a volunteer?
To
expand our offering of classes and workshops, we are continually
seeking talented individuals to volunteer their time and
talents to our program. If you would like to a contribute
your time and skill, please contact
us! In addition to instructors, we also seek volunteer
drivers to help us out with our tours.
Rie Taki
Nikkei Horizons Manager
Ph: (206) 726-6469
Fax: (206) 726-7849
rtaki@nikkeiconcerns.org
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