Adult Education

Instructor: Mr. Ravi Rastogi (Tel: 98-102-82995)
Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 pm - 24 classes - 1 hr each
Dates: February 1 - April 28, 2021
Fee: US$168 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Monday, February 1
Maximum class size – 12
Mode of Teaching: Online

Bollywood dance is a theatrical dance form seen in many Indian films. It has evolved over the years to include a mixture of numerous styles, including belly-dancing, kathak, Indian folk, modern jazz, hip hop, and other popular dance forms. Recognized and loved worldwide for its exotic and exciting moves, Bollywood dance can now be seen in dance shows and music videos across the world. The drama and fun of Bollywood dance makes it a perfect workout. Interwoven into a high-energy, calorie-blasting fitness session, the Bollywood dance-fitness class set to the music from Bollywood feels more like busting a move at a wedding than working out. Come ready to sweat! No dance experience is required.

Ravi Rastogi teaches many forms of Latin dance at various studios throughout New Delhi. He has trained at Broadway Dance Center in NY and with international instructors in India and abroad.
 

Instructor: Ms. Dipti Gupta (Tel. 9891043358)
Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:30 pm - 12 classes – 1  hr. each
Dates: February 2 - April 27, 2021
Fee: $ 200 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Tuesday, February 2
Maximum class size – 9
Mode of Teaching: On Campus

Pottery is known not just as an art form but also as an effective calming therapy. It reduces stress and promotes creativity and self-expression too.
The workshop is designed for complete beginners or for those who have had some experience with clay. The course is intended to teach hand building techniques like pinch, slab and coil work. Participants will also learn decorating techniques such as slip work, under glazing, impressing, incising, and making their own pottery stamps in a very informal and friendly atmosphere.
My philosophy is quite simple: 
To engage, inspire and teach art with age-appropriate techniques and subjects.

Website: www.earthernaura.com 

Cost of Clay and glazing of finished products is included in the course fees.

Instructor: Ms. Gargi Sharma (9650779835)
Thursdays & Saturdays : 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM – 10 classes - 1 hr. each
Dates: February 4 – March 11, 2021
Fee: US$80 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Thursday, February 4
Maximum Class Size - 20 
Mode of teaching: Online

Design Thinking: It is essentially a problem-solving approach specific to design, which involves assessing known aspects of a problem and identifying the more ambiguous or peripheral factors that contribute to the conditions of a problem.

This course will take you through an overview of the Design Thinking methodology and its application in everyday life. The following are few of the aspects to be included in the course:

1. Design Thinking for Everyday Life,
2. How Design Thinking can transform your child's creativity,
3. Design Thinking to combat social issues like mental health,
4. Design thinking for educators

This course is designed completely as beginner friendly. Participants will experience the course in a step-by-step journey towards innovating effectively. We will explore various activities to understand and work with different tools of Design thinking.
 

Instructor: Mr. Alan Rubin (Mob: 88-268-29337)
Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00 pm – 12 classes – 2 hrs each
Dates: February 2 - April 27, 2021
Fee: US$168 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Tuesday, February 2
Maximum class size – 12
Mode of Teaching: Online

Bring your photography to a new level!

This class is mainly for beginner or intermediate level photographers. The class will be taught through Zoom or on campus, depending on the situation Tired of photographing in auto mode only? Learn more about what your camera can do and it’s creative potential. We’ll be discussing some technical stuff about your camera but not too deep unless you want!  You’ll be given some fun photo homework that we will use in class to analyze our images and discuss them. 
We’ll also discuss techniques to use when interpreting an image. 
 
We’ll talk about:
•    How your camera sees differently than your brain.
•    Some ideas about composing your images
•    How do you edit images on a computer?  
•    Things to think about when taking a portrait 
•    Street photography tips and tricks
Alan has been a professional photographer for 40 years. Having worked in the fashion and advertising industry in New York where he became hooked on street photography.  

Now, as an ex-pat, he has explored many cultures using his camera and has a passion for sharing what he has learned. 

Instructor: Ms. Gargi Sharma (Mob: 9650779835)
Mondays & Fridays, 6:00 - 6:00pm – 11 classes – 1 hr each
Dates: February 1 - March 12, 2021
Fee: US$120 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Monday, February 1
Maximum class size – 10
Mode of Teaching: Both options available (on campus & online)

This course is designed completely as beginner friendly. Participants will experience the course in a step-by-step journey towards blending creativity with technology.

Cost of kit is included in the course fees

Instructor: Ms. Jyoti Singh Bedi (Tel: 4163-0502/ 98-107-40954)
Tuesdays, 5:30 – 7:30 pm – 12 classes – 2 hrs. each
Dates: February 2 – April 27, 2021
Fee: US190 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Tuesday, February 2
Maximum class size – 10
Mode of teaching: On campus

Snacks play a significant role in one's life while entertaining friends, coffee parties or formal gatherings. This course is designed for the health conscious individuals or anyone new to Indian cooking. You will get to learn authentic Indian yummy snacks, salads, chutneys and savories, that are light, nutritious, healthy and easy to cook.  One thing is certain, that every dish one learns , will satiate the demands of your taste buds.....then stimulate your appetite for yet another helping.

Participants will be introduced to Indian spices and vegetables to familiarize them with Indian names.

Jyoti Singh has been conducting cooking classes at her residence and taken Snack courses at AES in the past.

Beginners' Classes in Hindi aim to provide the "How, What & Why" of Hindi Language to the hitherto unbeknownst. Focus would be on Hindi words, structure and functional understandings of “Directions, Shopping, Food” (in India) with insights into the colloquial “day-to-day chit-chat”. Ultimate goal is to comprehend the construction of basic phrases/sentences & slowly begin to hold minutes of conversation and in the process decode how Indians speak Hindi (& Indian English) Jokes, humor and a balanced perspective to life in India are (just) some extra bonuses!

Three separate sessions will be offered this semester:

Instructor: Ms. Pallavi Singh (Tel: 976-902-1595)
Tues and Thurs - 5:00-6:00 pm – 24 classes – 1hr each
Dates: February 2 - April 29, 2021
Fee: US$168 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Maximum class size –12 
Mode of Teaching: On Campus

Pallavi Singh has been teaching Hindi to students around the world since 2011. In her unique style of teaching, she uses proprietary modules in a distinctive manner that makes the learning process less intimidating. She has been a TEDx speaker and winner of several awards and honors, including being listed in "39 Under 39" List - June'2018 - in Mumbai Mid Day (daily Newspaper). Her efforts have found mention in 300+ media features including BBC Hindi, Outlook India, Navbharat Times, Femina India, Asian Age, YourStory, Better Homes & Gardens, Mumbai MiD Day, Hindustan Times, Dainik Jagran, Nai Dunia Hindi, The Quint, SBS Australia. She is also the youngest ever to be interviewed by Rajya Sabha TV's show "Guftagoo" under the aegis of Vice President of India.

Instructor: Ms. Poonam Arora (Tel. 98-102-29280)
Mon and Thurs – 10 - 11 am – 24 classes – 1hr each
Dates: February 4 - May 3, 2021
Fee: US$168 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Thursday, February 4
Maximum class size –12
Mode of Teaching: Online

Poonam Arora brings years of experience and a zest for teaching conversational Hindi across levels, for non-Hindi speaking persons – from overseas and India. She weaves in her deep cultural and linguistic knowledge of Hindi, with her teaching experience, theatre, writing, storytelling, and Zen tangle sketches, to develop an innovative pedagogy which is simple and effective. Her ‘easy to absorb’ lessons and ability to customize her lessons to an individual’s needs, even in group classes is evident in her classroom interactions. 
Poonam has experience in conducting online conversational Hindi classes for diplomats and other foreign residents, as well as some non-Hindi speaking Indians, adapting her creative methods to make the online learning experience effective and engaging.
The beginners’ classes in Hindi aim to make the participant familiar and comfortable with some of the nuances of the language and with basic conversational Hindi – Be it a coffee shop or a rickshaw ride! Be it shopping or a light conversation with your office staff! You are ready to communicate in simple Hindi sentences.
With a master’s degree in Hindi, Poonam has worked for NGOs in Hindi speaking areas and in mainstream schools where she contributed to writing in Hindi, telling stories, setting up libraries, developing film scripts for NGOs, translations from English to Hindi, and conducted workshops with trainee teachers and students.
 

Instructor: Ms. Kiran Puri (Tel. 85-270-54279)
Saturdays - 9:30-11:30 am – 10 classes of 2 hrs. each
Dates: February 6 – May 8, 2021
Fee:US $140 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Saturday, February 6
Maximum class size– 8
Mode of teaching: On Campus

This course is planned to bring in all the segments of Indian History, beginning with the background of ancient India to the influx of Islam and the pattern of change in Medieval India, ‘The Delhi Sultanate ‘Mughal India ‘ and then British India. The course will extend all the way through the period of Modern India with emphasis on the development of nationalism, the 1857 revolt, the growth of congress and also updating the contributions of the freedom fighters. It will cover Mahatma Gandhi and his role in giving Independence to India . It would also cover the reasons of the ‘Partition of India ‘ and its impact which we are facing till today. The course would even be balanced with cultural background and reference to the ‘Seven Cities of Delhi’  with field trips to some of the popular monuments in Delhi if required . 

Kiran Puri is an expert in History and has been teaching the course ‘Indian History and its Culture with emphasis on the ‘Seven Cities of Delhi’ for the last 25 years . She holds two degrees of post graduation,  one in ‘History’ and the other in ‘Education’. Has been a full time employee at the ‘American Embassy School’ for more than 27 years .  

Instructor: Ms. Jyoti Singh Bedi (Tel: 4163-0502/ 98-107-40954)
Thursdays – 5:15 – 7:15 pm – 12 classes – 2  hrs each
Dates: February 4 – April 29, 2021
Fee: US$200 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Thursday, February 4
Maximum class size – 10
Mode of Teaching: On campus

In this course you will get an introduction to this medium of art - color mixing in oils and easy step-by-step method to start your own canvas painting. This course is especially designed for those art lovers who have never dared to paint or any newcomers with lots of enthusiasm to learn to paint. It’s a wonderful opportunity to explore and create and by the end of the course get to complete two canvas painting on the subject of your choice. The above course fee includes the material cost.

The instructor has a degree in commercial art and has experience teaching children and adults for many years in the field of art. She is taking classes at AES and conducted workshops at the British Council Library.

Jyoti Singh recently held an exhibition of her paintings ( Oils, acrylic and Calligraphy Artworks ) in October'19.

Course material is  included in the course fees. 

Instructor: Mr. Ravi Rastogi (Tel: 98-102-82995)
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15 pm - 24 classes - 1 hr each
Dates: February 1 – April 28, 2021
Fee: $168 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Monday, February 2
Maximum class size – 12
Mode of teaching: Online

On1 Salsa Ladies & Mens' Styling/Shines is an expression of sensuality, musicality, elegance & confidence. It’s an extension of her personality and attitude when dancing with her partner.

Nature Walk in Gardens and Parks with Debika
Ms. Debika Kumar (Tel. 99-710-22041)
Tuesdays, 8.30-11:00 am - 4 classes – 2.5 hours each
Fee: US$80 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Tuesday, February 2
Dates of the walks are: February 16, 23 March 2, 9
Maximum class size – 10

Each week we will visit a different park or garden in our beautiful city. We will see hundreds of varieties of trees, both native and exotic. I will tell you how to recognize them and why they are special. We should also be able to spot around forty kinds of birds. Please bring along binoculars if you have a pair. Otherwise, a keen pair of eyes and a notebook will suffice. This course is not restricted to the AES community.

Call Debika if you have questions or suggestions.

Instructor: Mr. Michael Delfino (Tel: 89295 62598)
Wednesdays, 4:30 – 6:30 pm - 12 classes – 2 hr.  each
Date February 3 – April 28, 2021
Fees: US$168 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Wednesday, February 3
Maximum class size – 8
Mode of teaching: Online

Learn to create your own video games using the Unity Game Engine and the C# programming language. No previous programming experience required. We'll also explore using Blender to create your own 3D art (but learn how to use pre-built assets if you'd prefer). We'll also learn how to incorporate animations, sound effects, background music, basic AI, custom menus and Unity's built in physics engine into your games.

This is my 6th year teaching high school students to make their own video games. Every year I've had adults say they wish they could take my class - now you can!

You'll need a computer capable of running Unity (available on Mac and Windows)

Yoga Asanas, Breath work, Relaxation and Meditation
Instructor: Ms. Hitanshi Jain, Co-founder of Hith Yoga (Tel: 981038697)
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:30 pm - 24 classes – 1 hr.  each
Date February 2 – April 29, 2021
Fees: US$168 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Tuesday, February 2
Maximum class size – 10
Mode of teaching: Online

About the class and yoga style: 
We would like to offer these yoga sessions as a means to work on both physical and mental faculty of the participants. Yoga can give you far reaching benefits depending on the way you do your postures, class style and attitude. Session would be suited to meet the needs of beginners who are looking to get introduced to yoga in right manner. So if you are looking to develop a practice and learn traditional yogic techniques to develop internal and external harmony must attend these session. Since these will be conducted online have kept the class size small to give personal attention to every participant. You come out of the class feeling energized and relaxed. 

If you want to workout, stretch, release stiffness from spine, de-stress and relax join this programme.

About teachers:
Hitanshi - She is an MBA and a Yoga Therapist with Masters of Science (in Yoga Therapy) and PG Diploma in Yoga, with more than 12 years of experience. She took up Yoga as a profession after yoga helped her to cure her Asthama. Hitanshi believes in traditional form of Yoga and makes the class interesting by bringing in relevance of the yogic practices to the current scenario. She was personal trainer to the Ex-External Affairs Minister of India, Late Sushma Swaraj and has taken Yoga and relaxation session at the European Parliament during the international day of yoga in 2017.

Instructor: Mr. Deepak Sharma (Tel: 97-178-90381)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:45-5:45 pm - 24 classes – 1 hr each
Date:  February 2 – April 29, 2021
Fees: US$]168 or equivalent INR (as per the AES Business Office exchange rate)
Begins: Tuesday, February 2
Maximum class size – 15
Mode of teaching: Online

Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-part that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats such as salsa, merengue, belly dance and reggaeton. Before you know it, you’re getting fit and your energy levels are soaring! There’s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party. It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating! No dance experience or coordination is necessary!

Deepak has been teaching Zumba around for the past few years.