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Dance - 2-Step, Level 2
with Ben Mason
2-Step, Level 2
By the end of this class, you’ll not only have improved the skills you learned in the Level-I class, but will have added a variety of more advanced skills so that you can gracefully move on the dance floor like the pros. The 2-Step is a fun dance to learn & always fun to do; and with your new skills it will make this an even more fun and exciting dance that you and your partner will enjoy doing whenever you go dancing. Specifically, this class will build upon the secrets of good 2-Step dancing learned in Level-I. Additionally, class-members will learn a specific amalgamation of moves that they can use in any 2-Step Dance that they attempt.
Needed: Leather or felt bottom shoes!
Date: September 29 - November 03, 2025
Schedule: 6-Mondays
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Location: Shasta College Redding Main Campus
Facilitator: Ben Mason
Fee: $80
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Dance - West Coast Swing, Level 2
with Ben Mason
West Coast Swing - Level 2
Named the official dance of the State of California by the California Legislature. One of the most popular & universal dances in the world. Danced to a variety of different musical tastes: blues; swing; pop; country & jazz. Fun & easy to learn. By the end of this Level II Class you’ll not only have built upon & refined the skills you acquired in the previous Level I Class, but you’ll have mastered more of the fundamental intricacies of the West-Coast-Swing-Dance. Specifically, we will build on the skills of dance-body-movement; lead & follow; frame; connection; dance-etiquette; & foot-placement that were learned in the Beginning-Basic-Level-I Class—along with a variety of more impressive & difficult dance moves.
NOTE: you are not required to sign up with a partner. If you do not have a partner one may be assigned to you for those dances that need a partner.
Date: October 02 - November 06, 2025
Schedule: 6-Thursdays
Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: Shasta College Redding Main Campus
Facilitator: Ben Mason
Fee: $80
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The Five Point Process to Ultimate Sales Success...with DiSC Assessment!
with Mike Mitchell
The Five Point Process to Ultimate Sales Success...with DiSC Assessment!
I am a Certified Sales and Leadership Trainer/Coach and a Certified D.I.S.C. Method Trainer through the Maxwell Leadership Program. I am also a Certified Trainer through The National Center for Construction Education and Research. I have Trained and Coached hundreds of Sales and Business Professionals throughout the past 30 years. I also am a Trainer at The Shasta Builders Exchange Trade School. Over these years, I have developed the following Sales Processes. The Pesona-Pathway Pro Sales Process for the 21st Century is a dynamic and pesonalized approach to sales that leverages the insights gained from personality assessments. This method aims to tailor every interaction to the unique preferences and communication style of each prospective client, enhancing the overall sales experience and increasing the likelihood of a successful outcome. You will also learn of "The Five Things That You Need To Sell To Be Able To Sell Anything" process. This process has continuously earned me a six figure income year after year without a college degree! I have been in the top 10 of sales people and Sales Managers with many different National Sales Companies.
Course Description:
- 30 page Personal DISC Assessment, a $75.00 Value, (Questionaire to be Emailed to you and to be completed prior to first class)
- Introductions
- Intro to The DISC Method,“Recognizing and Understanding Personalities”
- Personal assessments Review
- Intro to The“Five Point Sales Process”The Five Things That You Need To Sell To Be Able To Sell Anything”You will learn what each point is and how to sucessfully utilize them.
- Free one hour“one-on-one”personal review and consultation (To be scheduled after course conclusion)
Date(s): Session 1 (Evening) - September 3, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Session 2 (Morning) - October 9, 2025 - November 6, 2025
Schedule: 5 - Wednesdays or 5 - Thursdays (depending on session chosen)
Time: 9:00am-10:30am or 5:00pm-6:30pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Mike Mitchell
Fee: $250
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Soft Skills Series - From Stuck to Unstoppable: Discover the mindset that moves you forward
with Mark Putnam
Soft Skills Series - From Stuck to Unstoppable: Discover the mindset that moves you forward
Are limiting beliefs and negative thought patterns holding you back? From Stuck to Unstoppable is a transformative course designed to help you break free from mental barriers and unlock the power of a growth mindset. Whether you're facing personal roadblocks, professional stagnation, or just want to maximize your potential, this course will equip you with proven tools, strategies, and mindsets to help you thrive. Get ready to reframe your thinking, rediscover your confidence, and open new doors of opportunity in your life.
Date(s): Session 1 (Morning) - November 04, 2025 - November 18, 2025
Session 2 (Evening) - November 06, 2025 - November 20, 2025
Schedule: 3 - Tuesdays or 3 - Thursdays (depending on session)
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm or 5:00pm-7:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Mark Putnam
Fee: $90
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Exploring Travel
with Avanti Travel
Exploring Travel
Ready to see the world but not sure where to start? Whether you're dreaming of ocean cruises, river journeys, rail adventures, or escorted land tours, this class will introduce you to the many ways you can explore the globe We'll begin with an overview of cruise travel—discover the differences between ocean, river, and expedition cruises, and learn which style suits your travel goals. Next, we’ll compare various travel styles, including escorted group tours, independent travel, and group travel We’ll explore the flexibility, structure, and social aspects of each option to help you decide what fits your needs You’ll also get inspired by tours of popular destinations across the world—from the castles of Europe and the beaches of the Caribbean to cultural hot spots in Asia and beyond.
Finally, we’ll cover essential tips on what to know before you go: how to choose the right trip, what to pack, safety and travel insurance basics, and how to make the most of your travel budget. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just getting started, this informative and inspiring session will help you confidently plan your next great adventure! Travel planning, itinerary planning, obtaining correct documentation, passports visas etc.
Date(s): Session 1 - Tuesday November 4, 2025
Session 2 - Tuesday November 18, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Tuesday
Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Avanti Travel
Fee: $35
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Advanced Search Operations
with Matt Loughran
Advanced Search Operations
Advanced firefighter search techniques focus on rapid, methodical searches, prioritizing victim rescue in hazardous environments. Key techniques include VEIS (Vent-Enter-Isolate-Search), oriented searches, and searching with a water can. These methods are employed to efficiently locate victims, assess hazards, and facilitate safe removal, often in challenging conditions like low visibility and high heat.
Date: November 5th - 6th, 2025
Schedule: Wednesday and Thursday
Time: 8:00am - 5:00 pm
Location: Shasta College Main Campus
Facilitator: Matt Loughran and Glen McGuire
Fee: $400
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Leading with Purpose
with Stephen Campbell
Leading with Purpose
Leadership can often feel like a tricky juggling act, and then someone throws a running chainsaw into the mix! While hundreds of books have been written on the subject, wouldn’t it be great to dialogue and connect with other leaders as you explore some basic fundamental principles of great leadership?! This course is designed to accomplish that goal through dynamic facilitation and interactive conversation. Topics include:
- Being a Culture Creator - Withness! Intentionally creating a culture that communicates “we are in this together!” • Making Our Team Safe - Making Our Team Open - Making Our Team Harmonize
- Clarity is Your Best Friend Being committed to making communication, expectations and feedback as clear as possible • Roles and Expectations - Good Feedback - Control Centers
- The Twin Muscles of Discipline & Courage Working together to create team movement and sustain momentum • Digging in Together - Failure is Not Fatal - Expect and Welcome Conflict
- Navigating Healthy Conflict Managing conflict so it’s productive and not destructive • Assume Good Intent - Owning Your Own - Finding Collective Forward
- The Power of Empowerment Encouraging and releasing others to live into the full potential of their own power. • Acknowledging Power - Room to Roam - Collaborative Creativity
- Renewal is the Glue Discovering and engaging in practices that make the pouring out process sustainable. • Recognizing Uniqueness - Healthy Patterns - Modeling Good Self-care
Date(s): Session 1 - September 18, 2025 - October 23, 2025 (6 weeks)
Session 2 - November 7, 2025 and November 14, 2025 (2 weeks)
Schedule: Session 1 - 6 - Thursdays
Session 2 - 2 - Fridays
Time: Session 1 - 9:00am –10:30am
Session 2 - 8:00am-12:30pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Stephen Campbell
Fee: $195
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Engaging and Retaining Talented Employees
with Karl Burch
Engaging and Retaining Talented Employees
When people are empowered and excited about their work, their productivity, morale, and, ultimately the business performance increase significantly. As a leader, you can increase employee engagement and encourage people to stay with the organization by addressing these three areas that get to the heart of what really matters to them and that drive their job satisfaction: meaningful work, positive environment, and individual value. The following topics will be addressed in an interactive, participative, and constructive workshop environment:
- The difference engagement makes
- Engagement and Retention Drivers
- Everyday Engagers
- Individual Value
- Engagement Conversations
- Retention Skill Builders
- Engagement Missteps
- Engagement Success
- The Retention Conversation
Date(s): Session 1 - September 10, 2025
Session 2 - October 01, 2025
Session 3 - November 12, 2025
Schedule: 1 - Wednesday
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Location: Shasta College Community Leadership Center
Facilitator: Karl Burch
Fee: $95
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