Courses in Malahide

Acrylic Pouring Art Course Description: Week 1. Introduction Introduction to Acrylic Pouring Materials and Supplies Overview Color Theory and Mixing Techniques discussion, questions and answers Week 2. Preparation and small canvas artwork – flip cup technique. Demo (step by step) Preparing the Canvas and Surface Preparing the colors Student work Week 3. Basic Pouring Techniques…

Art   Course Description: This Art class is intended for students who generally work in traditional media: watercolours, acrylics, oils, pastels, charcoal, pencils, pen & ink, felt-tips, markers, collage, etc . It  is organised around two ‘streams’ which students can choose to participate as it suits them week-to-week. One, a ‘self-directed’ stream with ‘one-to-one’ tuition…

ASTRONOMY Course Description: This course is intended for beginner! and no prior knowledge is required. Perhaps you’ve often looked up at the night sky and wondered “what’s really up there?” If so, this may be just the course for you! Some Topics Covered: • A close look at the planets and moons of our Solar System.…

Ballroom Dancing – Beginners & Advanced Course Description Have you ever wished you could get up and dance a Waltz / Quick Step / Jive / Tango / Cha Cha Cha? Are you watching “Strictly Come Dancing” and wish you could try that? About to get married? Anxious about your first dance? Or, just attending…

Ballroom Dancing  – Beginners & Intermediate (Couples Only)     Course Description Have you ever wished you could get up and dance a Waltz / Quick Step / Jive / Tango / Cha Cha Cha? Are you watching “Strictly Come Dancing” and wish you could try that? About to get married? Anxious about your first…

The Book Club Course Description: This is a book club for everyone who wants to expand and explore the world of good books. We offer an informal and friendly environment with great discussions on books from all genres including contemporary, romance, non-fiction, classics, mystery, historical… anything goes! For more information and to enrol contact the…

Bouncing Back After Breast Cancer Course Description: This unique course is for women who, like me, have come through a cancer journey. Even for those of us who have been lucky enough to have had an early stage diagnosis it will still have been a challenging stressful time. It’s very apt that a cancer experience…

Bread Making Bread / Baking Class Course Description: This class will be teaching techniques for bread making. This will include white bread, brown bread, assorted rolls, sweet breads, soda bread. There are different techniques and ways to achieve the same results with these breads. Each week during the class, each person will make their own…

Bridge Beginner Continuation   Please Note – This course is only for people who have completed the Autumn 24 Beginner Course   Course Description: In the classroom in groups of 4 using cards OR/ AND using your own device (BBO, Bridge Base Online), your tutor will teach you how learn to play bridge. Bridge is a great…

Bridge for Improvers Please Note: This course is suitable for those who have completed the beginners course and for those who have a good knowledge of the game or returning to the game and want to improve. Course Description:  This is a 5 week improvers course aimed at players who want to improve their playing In…

Creative Cake Decoration for Beginners                           Course Description: Discover your Creative Cake skills and join our new tutor Barbara Riggi on this colourful & delicious 10-week course. You’ll learn everything you need to know to create your first edible masterpiece that will surprise your…

Care of the Older Person QQI Level 5 Level 5 Component Code 5N2706 – Certified by QQI Course Description: This module is designed to equip the learner with the skills, knowledge and competence to meet the full and holistic needs of older people in a variety of care contexts and to develop an awareness of…

The Cyber Risk Officer course equips students with a comprehensive understanding of cyber risk management. The syllabus assumes a non-technical student and covers a range of topics from identification of cyber risks through to risk management options. The course has been designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills and confidence they require in order…

The CCRS – Certified Cyber Risk Specialist course equips students with a comprehensive understanding of cyber risk management. The syllabus assumes a non-technical student and covers a range of topics from identification of cyber risks through to risk management options. The course has been designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills and confidence they…

CHESS FOR NOVICES WISHING TO IMPROVE Let’s Play Chess Improve your middle and end game skills Suitable for beginners who know the basic moves (Please Note: Not suitable for complete beginner)   Course Description: In the classroom, the tutor  will develop the skills of novices who have a basic knowledge of chess. (Please Note: Not…

INTERMEDIATE COMPUTING   Course Description: This course is designed for those who have basic computer skills and will enable participants to develop their proficiency in Ms. Word, Ms. Excel and File Management using Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2010. Bring your own laptop, if convenient Course Day & Time: Thursday Evening 7.30 – 9.30p m.…

  100km in a Day Cycling Program Run in conjunction with Syls Cycling Club Malahide  www.sylscc.ie   Course Description: You’ve thought about it, haven’t you, watching on with envy as professional-looking cyclists pass you on the roads If you are looking to get back in the saddle, sign up to this 5  week  100K in a…

CPR/Defibrillation and Emergency First Aid Course Course Description: This Course is tutored by Ray Stears who is a certified first aid instructor ,recognised by The Irish Heart Foundation and PHECC (The pre hospital emergency care council). Attendees will receive a certificate of attendance, outlining the topics covered on the course. In addition there is an…

Craft Circle Course   Course Description: Have you wanted to try a new craft but don’t quite know which one to choose? Then this 6 week craft circle course is for you!  Each week you will be given a new craft project to try and, hopefully, in the process may fall in love with a…

Creating Poetry Course Description: Over this ten-week course you will explore the world of poetry both reading poems from published poets and also creating your own poetry.  In class we will look at the poetry of published poets and through that find inspiration for our own writing. We will look at some technical aspects of…

CREATIVE WRITING – Getting Started, Keeping Going Course Description: It’s often hard to begin writing, even if you really want to and it’s also hard to keep going, even if you really want to! Finding time & space, building self-belief & writing habits, all need practice and encouragement. This course offers you strategies to get…

Crochet – Beginners Class   Course Description: Crochet is a fun and versatile fibre art that can be used to create a huge number of items including garments, toys and blankets. The possibilities are endless. In this beginners course I will give you a strong foundation in all aspects of crochet to give you a…

Cyber Security for Home Users Course Description: Staying safe online has become more crucial than ever before. From shopping and banking to work and entertainment, much of our lives now depend on the internet. But with this digital convenience also comes risk – risk from hackers, scammers, and cybercriminals using ever-more sophisticated methods to access…

IRISH ACADEMY of PUBLIC RELATIONS  DIPLOMA IN EVENT MANAGEMENT Course Description: Topics: Principles of Event Management, Research, Preparing Proposals, Crisis Management Planning, Seeking Sponsors, Organising the Event, Marketing Tools, Media Tools, Promotional Tools, Specialist Areas, Staffing & Evaluation. Event Management is a dynamic, exciting and varied career. You will be booking venues, working with celebrities, selecting…

Do you want to avoid potential fines of up to 2% of your entity’s total annual worldwide turnover? The Digital Operational Resilience Act, or DORA, is a regulatory initiative carried out by the EU to harmonize Information and Communication Technology (ICT) risk requirements across Europe in the financial services industry. It builds on existing institutional…

DSLR CAMERA Course Description: This course is designed for those who want to get the most from their DSLR (digital single lens reflex) camera by taking it off automatic mode and taking great photos. The topics covered will be: • Aperture • Shutter Speeds • Focal Length • Lighting • Lenses • Filters • Photo…

Fundamentals of Embroidery Course Description: This course is designed both for beginners and participants with some experience in stitching. It covers learning various linear and filling stitches, a selection of three-dimensional stitches, techniques of combining stitches in so called “lattice work” and the astonishing Stitch of Bayeux used in the famous 11th century Bayeux Tapestry. The…

Empowering Abilities Overcoming Your Obstacles Course Description: An Empowering gateway into feeling better connected, feeling more confident and living the life that you truly deserve.  4 week Empowering Abilities Program – Week 1 – Your Awareness of Awareness and what that does!  Week 2 – Change Old Limiting beliefs Week 3 – Establishing a good…

ESOL – Beginners English For Speakers Of Other languages – Communication & Conversation Please Note that only people who have enrolled in the class can attend Course Description: This course is designed for adults who have recently arrived and are living and working in Ireland for whom English is not their first language  This course aims to…

EXPLORING PERSONAL GROWTH Course Description: An Introduction to a Transformative Personal Growth Strategy using the power of beliefs, values and attitude based on the recently published book “Becoming Your Best Possible Self” by Gerard Morgan  7 weeks Course – Week 1 – Introduction, Context and A model for Taking Action, Key Take Aways Week 2 – Components…