D.A.T.E. has been providing Adult Education courses in Dundrum since 1984. We are a voluntary committee who work with the Dublin and Dun Laoghaire Education and Training Board to bring a wide variety of classes including French, Spanish, Philosophy, Art, Calligraphy, Yoga, Tai Chi, Creative Writing, Computers and much more. This term we are providing a new Introduction to Mindfulness Course on Tuesdays at 2pm.
Classes are held on the fifth floor of the Dundrum Town Centre in a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. We have a cheerful tea room where students and tutors can meet up in between classes. Because of shortage of space some of our classes are held in Dom Marmion Hall on Sandyford Road.
Classes for Autumn term are for 10 weeks, 1.5hrs duration and fee is €105
Seniors €60.00
Online enrolling for half of the available places commences on Monday 4th September at 10am and continues until 10am on Thursday 7th September
Please note:
nobody will be placed on a waiting list if class online enrolling is full.
Please come along from Monday 11 th to D.A.T.E. to enroll in person.
Enrolling for the remaining places takes place in D.A.T.E. Centre
Monday 11 th September to Friday 15 th September incl.from 9.30am – 12pm.
Please note: Because of the large numbers attending DATE, enrolling
takes place on a day by day basis, i.e. those enrolling for Monday
classes must come on Monday 11 th , for Tuesday classes on Tuesday
12 th and so on throughout the week.
You may also download a brochure by clicking here >
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
German Beginners (M13)Nadja Murphy |
10 | 11.15am | €105 | Dundrum |
Traditional Tai-Chi (M12)The Tai-Chi way to relaxation and health. Ancient exercises to develop calmness and strength. With Charles Thackaberry. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
French Beginners (M11)The French Experience Book 1. With Kitty OʼSullivan |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Computers (M10)Create and edit Word documents. Use Excel to create spreadsheets. Manage files and folders. Upload photos, send email attachments. Browse and shop safely on the Internet. (Basic computer knowledge desirable). With Miriam McGuirk. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Reading Circle (M9)Reading, discussion and enjoyment of novels, poetry and plays. |
10 | 11.15 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Crafts (M8)Explore the colourful world of patchwork, appliqué and other exciting craft projects using fabric. With Laura Butler |
10 | 9.30 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Politics and Current Issues (M6)This is predominantly a discussion forum. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Yoga (Mixed Ability) (M7)Explore and enjoy the benefits of Hatha yoga, in a gentle manner, through breathwork, stretching and relaxation. With Patricia Crimin |
10 | 11.10 a.m | €105 | Dundrum |
Enjoying History (M5)- |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Art Oils/Acrylics (M4)Acrylic paint can be used light and fluid or thick and opaque. Brushes can be washed with soap and water. Colours remain true. It is the easiest art medium to manage, ideal for beginners and most versatile for the more experienced. With Beatrice Stewart |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Art Watercolours (M3)Watercolour is the most exhilarating medium; it is immediate, fresh and versatile. It is practical with no messy clean-up. Enjoy exploring colour in a free and easy atmosphere. With Beatrice Stewart. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
French Le Club 3 (Advanced) (M2)French art, culture, gastronomy, literature, grammar and conversation |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
French Le Club 4 (M1)French art, culture, gastronomy, literature, grammar and conversation |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Introduction to Mindfulness [NEW] (T14)Learn what mindfulness is and the benefits of introducing it into your life. Discover specific techniques that will help develop your own mindfulness practice. Course CD included with specific exercises. With Elma Murray. |
10 | 2 p.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Computers, Tablets & Smart Phones Intermediate (T12)Emails, attachments, files. Popular Apps, security, tips and tricks to provide entertainment while getting your technical knowledge. With Stephen Matthews. |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Italian 4 (T13)For upper Intermediate level students. Italian Society, yesterday and today. With Chiara Buldorini. |
10 | 2 p.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Computers, Tablets & Smart Phones (T11)Class will cover a mixture of entertainment and technology without corporal punishment. With Stephen Matthews |
10 | 9.30 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Drawing Workshop (T10)Learn the basic skills of drawing, combined with an introduction to colour through pencil, acrylic and watercolour. With Caroline OʼFarrell. |
10 | 9.30 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Music Appreciation (T9)An enjoyable and rewarding course designed to help students gain a greater appreciation and knowledge of the different types of works and styles of music. With Sheila OʼGrady. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Bridge Improvers (T8)For those who have completed beginners. With Kay O'Kelly |
10 | 12.50 p.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Bridge Beginners (T7)With Kay O'Kelly |
10 | 11.15 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Watercolours / Drawing (T6)Drawing and watercolour techniques and styles covering a broad range of subjects. With Noel Long. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Watercolours / Drawing (T5)Drawing and watercolour techniques and styles covering a broad range of subjects. With Noel Long |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Writers Group (T4)Development of the creative voice through exercises and critique: ideas generating support for individual projects. Beginners welcome. With Ursula de Brun. |
12 | 11.10 a.m. | €128 | Dundrum |
Writers Group (T3)Short stories, the novel, poetry or memoir. This class aims to help you find and develop your voice. With Ursula De Brun |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Italian 2 (T2)For those who have some Italian, a chance to revise/expand vocabulary. With Chiara Buldorini |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Italian 1 Beginners (T1)For complete beginners. With Chiara Buldorini. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Italian 3 (W10)For Intermediate level students who have studied Italian for at least 2 years. With Chiara Buldorini. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Mandarin & Culture (W9)Learn the fascinating Chinese language and culture and communicate in the most popular language in the World. With Deng xiao E. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Photographs on Computer (W8)Learn to transfer and file photos to your computer from phones, tablets and cameras. Have fun editing and improving your photos. Get familiar with Picasa and Google Photos and share images with family and friends. With Elma Murray. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Photography for Beginners (W7)How to use all basic settings on your camera, mobile, iPad etc. Take better, more creative photos and have some fun. Upload images to your computer, share with family/friends. Trip during term to take photos. With Elma Murray. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
German 3 (W6)Advanced German to improve grammar and vocabulary. General conversation and listening practiced, reading magazine and newspaper articles. Writing of short texts. With Nadja Murphy. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
German 2 (W5)For Intermediate German learners, including grammar, reading, translation, conversation and writing. With Nadja Murphy. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Spanish Beginners (W4)The basic tools to get by in Spain. With Maria Fernandez de Luis. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Spanish 2 (W3)Build on your basic skills. With Maria Fernandez de Luis. |
10 | 9.30am | €105 | Dundrum |
Calligraphy (W2)An introduction for beginners. With Siobhan Campbell |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Art of Calligraphy (W1)An emphasis on colour and crafting an individual piece of Calligraphy from poetry or quotations. Pursue creativity to find an inner world of calm through an outward act of craft. No experience is necessary but some art materials are required, a list will be provided on enrolling. With Siobhan Campbell |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pilates (TH12)Pilates is a physical fitness system designed to improve flexibility, strength and posture. Ideal for beginners or those with some Pilates experience. With Una Whelan |
10 | 11.10 a.m | €105 | Dundrum |
Tackling Today’s Technology (TH11)Using your P.C tablet and phone to get things done and find out more! Tailored to your interests. With Stephen Matthews |
10 | 9.30 a.m | €105 | Dundrum |
Philosophy (TH10)Do 20th and 21st Century Philosophers tackle our real concerns? Let us have fun teasing out the answers these eminent Philosophers give. Challenging, yes, but fun. With Rory Corvin. |
10 | 11.10 a.m | €105 | Dundrum |
Gaeilge 2 (TH9)Emphasis on conversation. With Mary Fitzgerald |
10 | 11.10 a.m | €105 | Dundrum |
Gaeilge 1 (TH8)Suitable for those with some Irish who wish to brush it up. With Mary Fitzgerald. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Tai-Chi (TH7)The Tai-Chi way to relaxation and health. Ancient exercises to develop calmness and strength. With Charles Thackaberry. |
10 | 9.30 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Sketching/Drawing (TH6)Drawing techniques for beginners and improvers. With Caroline O’Farrell |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Enjoying English (TH5)19th Century Classics, contemporary novels and poetry explored and discussed. With Michael Carragher. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Enjoying English (TH4)19th Century Classics, contemporary novels and poetry explored and discussed. With Michael Carragher |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
French 3 (TH3)For those with an adequate knowledge of French. With Teresa Flynn |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Spanish 4 (TH2)Practice and perfect your Spanish. With Maria Fernandez de Luis. |
10 | 11.10 a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
Spanish 3 (TH1)Expand your Spanish. With Maria Fernandez de Luis. |
10 | 9.30a.m. | €105 | Dundrum |
| Course Title | Week | Time | Price | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ciorcal Cainte (F15)Cúrsaí reatha, ábhair shuimiúla. With Mary Fitzgerald. |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Gaeilge 3 (F14)With Mary Fitzgerald |
10 | 9.30 am | €105 | Dundrum |
French 2 (F13)For those who completed French Beginners. Text: The French Experience Book 1. With Kitty O’Sullivan. |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Italian 6 (F12)Chiara Buldorini Italia ieri e oggi. Un viaggio attraverso la letteratura, i costumi, e la storia degli Italiani. |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Italian 5 (F11)Italian history, society and art. With Chiara Buldorini. |
10 | 9.30 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Writers Group (Beg/Improvers) (F10)Poetry, short fiction, radio and autobiographical pieces, novel and play writing techniques. With Áine Miller. |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Writers Group (Beg/Improvers) (F9)Poetry, short fiction, radio and autobiographical pieces, novel and play writing techniques. With Áine Miller. |
10 | 9.30 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Art Group 2 (F8)Painting and drawing is an activity that can be both learned and enjoyed. The class will give an opportunity to learn and improve skills while heightening observational powers. Suitable for all mediums and levels of ability. Beginners welcome. With Beatrice Stewart. |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Art Group 1 (F7)Enjoy exploring various subjects and painting techniques. The course will cover professional art techniques and develop visual awareness in a great atmosphere. All mediums welcome. With Beatrice Stewart. |
10 | 9.30 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Yoga (Beg/Improvers) (F6)Explore & enjoy the benefits of Hatha yoga, in a gentle manner, through breath work, stretching and relaxation. With Patricia Crimin. |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
Yoga (Beg/Improvers) (F5)Explore & enjoy the benefits of Hatha yoga, in a gentle manner, through breath work, stretching and relaxation. With Patricia Crimin. |
10 | 9.30 am | €105 | Dundrum |
History & Appreciation of Art (F4)A really enjoyable introduction to the History of Art: Finding the keys to understanding diverse works of artists and periods through images and discussion in class and gallery visits during term. With Mags Harnett |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
History & Appreciation of Art (F3)A really enjoyable introduction to the History of Art: Finding the keys to understanding diverse works of artists and periods through images and discussion in class and gallery visits during term. With Mags Harnett |
10 | 9.30 am | €105 | Dundrum |
French Le Club 2 (F2)Conversation class based on current French events and news. (Good level of spoken French essential). |
10 | 11.10 am | €105 | Dundrum |
French Le Club 1 (F1)Conversation class based on current French events and news. (Good level of spoken French essential). With Teresa Flynn. |
10 | 9.30 am | €105 | Dundrum |