We are a voluntary Committee who have been providing Morning Adult Education in Dundrum since 1984.
Join us for a variety of Art, Languages, History, Politics, Creative Writing, Yoga, Pilates, Crochet. Tai Chi and many more.
Our Spring Term Classes will be starting on 4th February 2025
Online enrolling will commence here on Monday 20th January at 10am
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Classes commence on Tuesday 4th February
Brochures will be available in early January at Customer Service Desk, Level 2, Dundrum Town Centre
and at local Libraries, Citizen Information Centres and Community Centres
email: adte@ddletbaes.ie
Tel: 01 2964322 (9am – 1pm only)
We will be closing for holidays on Friday 13th December, re-opening early January
We wish you all a very Happy Christmas and safe and healthy 2025. Looking forward to welcoming you all back in 2025.
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| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
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Tai Chi (M1)The Tai Chi way to relaxation and health. Ancient exercises to develop calmness and strength. With Charles Thackaberry. |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Tai Chi (M2)The Tai-Chi way to relaxation and health. Ancient exercises to develop calmness and strength. With Charles Thackaberry |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Art Group 1 (M3)Enjoy exploring various subjects and painting techniques. All mediums. With Beatrice Stewart |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Art Group 2 (M4)Painting and Drawing is an activity that can be both learned and enjoyed, Classes suitable for all mediums and levels of ability. Beginners very welcome. With Beatrice Stewart |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
French for Beginners (Contd.) (M5)This is a continuation of last terms class for people who have some French and wish to improve their skills. We welcome newcomers of a similar level. With Geraldine Coleman |
12 | 11.15 a.m. | €100 | Dundrum |
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Italian Beginners (Contd.) (T1)Suitable for those who have completed Term One or equivalent. With Chiara Buldorini. |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Italian 2 (Contd.) (T2)For those who have completed around one year of study. With Chiara Buldorini. |
12 | 11:15 | €100 | Dundrum |
Watercolours / Drawing (T3)Drawing and watercolour techniques, covering a broad range of subjects. With Noel Long |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Art – Oils (T4)For all levels. Beginners welcome. With Noel long |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
French 2 (Contd.) (T5)Suitable for those who have done some French and wish to improve. They will learn more functional French, how to discuss interests and hobbies and gain more confidence by practicing with other learners. With Geraldine Coleman |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
French 3 (Contd.) (T6)For those who have a good knowledge of French and wish to develop their language skills. Students will interact with others to discuss topics of interest. Classes are learner-centred and task based. With Geraldine Coleman |
12 | 11.15 a.m. | €100 | Dundrum |
Creative Writing (T7)Poems, short stories, memoirs or the novel. Learn how to get ideas, how to perfect form and write description and dialogue. |
10 | 11.15 am | €90 | Dundrum |
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Spanish 3 (Contd.) (W1)Suitable for those who have completed last term or who are ready to express themselves in Spanish on a broader range of topics. With Maria Fernandez de Luis |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Spanish 4 (Contd.) (W2)For those who already have a good level of spoken Spanish and wish to maintain and keep it fresh by conversing and discussing a wide range of topics in Spanish. With Maria Fernandez de Luis |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Enjoying History (W3)For those who already have a good level of spoken Spanish and wish to maintain and keep it fresh by conversing and discussing a wide range of topics in Spanish. With Michael Carragher |
12 | 9:30am | €100 | Dundrum |
Politics and Current Issues (W4)Principles and theories of Government and decision making. Political values, global and local politics. A lively class. With Michael Carragher |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
D.A.T.E Bridge ClubHeld in Dom Marmiom Hall, Sandyford Road. €7.00 (Including Tea/Coffee) |
12 | 10am | €7 | Dundrum |
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Spanish 2 (Contd.) (TH1)For those who have completed last term, or who already have the basics of conversational Spanish and wish to say and do more with the language. With Maria Fernandez de Luis |
12 | 9:30am | €100 | Dundrum |
Spanish 1 (Contd.) (TH2)This is most suited to those who have completed Term 1 or who have a little basic Spanish and would like to improve. With Maria Fernandez de Luis. |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
History and Appreciation of Art (TH3)This course is an introduction to Art History and will explore a broad range of topics. |
12 | 9:30am | €100 | Dundrum |
History and Appreciation of Art (TH4)This course is an introduction to Art History and will explore a broad range of topics. |
12 | 11:15am | €100 | Dundrum |
Enjoying English (TH5)Classics, contemporary novels and poetry explored and discussed. With Michael Carragher. |
12 | 9.30 a.m. | €100 | Dundrum |
Creative Art (TH6)Unleash your creativity with our Creative Art Class. This is our second term and newcomers are very welcome to join our happy group. With Sandra O’Connor. |
12 | 9.30 a.m. | €100 | Dundrum |
Crochet (TH7)Join our cosy crochet class, where you will master stitches and patterns. Unwind, create and connect with fellow yarn enthusiasts. With Sandra O’Connor. |
12 | 11.15 a.m | €100 | Dundrum |
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Italian 4 (Contd.)(F1)For intermediate level students who have studied Italian for at least three years. The course focuses on advanced grammar, listening and fluency skills. With Chiara Buldorini |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Italian 3 (Contd.) (F2)For intermediate level students who have studied Italian for at least two years. With Chiara Buldorini |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Gaeilge 2 (F3)Emphasis on conversation. With Mary Fitzgerald |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Gaeilge 3 (F4)Expand your conversation and listening skills. With Mary Fitzgerald. |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Yoga (F5)Yoga is suitable for everyone. This class consists of gentle yoga poses, with guided relaxation resulting in physical and mental relaxation. |
12 | 9.30 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Pilates (F6)Yoga is suitable for everyone. This class consists of gentle yoga poses, with guided relaxation resulting in physical and mental relaxation. With Una Whelan. |
12 | 11.15 am | €100 | Dundrum |
Bridge Beginners (F7)For those who have completed term 1 with us (or equivalent). With Jason Doyle. |
12 | 9:30am | €100 | Dundrum |
Bridge Improvers (F8)For those who already play Bridge but would like to improve their game. With Jason Doyle |
12 | 11:15 am | €100 | Dundrum |