The Importance of Creative Expression

Wednesday October 24, 2012           Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm                     2 hours

This workshop addresses how to incorporate drama and movement into children’s programming. We will explore the nature of the creative process, inclusion, creating safe environments, establishing boundaries, redirection and positive reinforcement through arts programming. We will discuss the value of art activities in child care as well as look at the practicalities involved in implementation. This workshop is highly experiential.

Æ Please wear comfortable clothing and come ready to move and play.

Presenter: Dayna Kneeland. Dayna holds a BFA Specializing in Theatre and Development from Concordia University and is currently pursuing her MA in Educational Studies at UBC. She is a community arts worker with over fifteen years’ experience in child and youth care. She teaches theatre and movement for all ages and abilities and has been involved in community outreach projects that address social issues through the arts. Dayna believes that creativity lays a strong foundation for individual and community empowerment, innovation and health.

Fee: $35.  Maximum number of participants is 25
Registration starts: Tuesday August 7, 2012

Please make sure to mark this date on your calendar, as we will not send reminders.

Workshop Policies:

• Payment must be made at time of registration in order to confirm your seat.
• Certificates of participation and receipts will be provided at the end of the workshop.
• You must stay for the full workshop to receive a certificate. Workshop doors close after 15 minutes of the start time in respect to the presenter and participants. Latecomers who arrive after 15 minutes will not be admitted and will not receive a certificate.
• There is a $15 fee to replace a missing certificate.
• We are unable to accommodate children during workshop time.

Cancellation Policy:

• Refunds for cancellations are only given when we receive more than 3 business days notice.
• All refunds are subject to a $10.00 Administration Fee.
•  Westcoast may cancel a workshop at any time. Registrants will be notified and 100% of fees refunded.

Enrolment is limited please register early to avoid disappointment.

Note: If the workshop is full, you can phone us to be placed on the wait list.