Beginning Canasta

GENINT 741.493

Osher (50+). In this course, we learn the basics as well as an introduction to the strategy of the game of canasta.

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Starting at $80.00
As few as 6 weeks
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About this course:

In this course, we learn the history of Canasta, why it was developed, and the basics of the game. Designed for those who are new to Canasta, the goal of this course is to play independently. We cover Canasta basics in Melding, Scoring, and briefly touch on Special Hands while learning some theory.  

Winter 2025 Schedule

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Tuesday 10:00AM - 12:00PM PT
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Instructor: Caroline Dann
400246
Fee:
$80.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Course fee is $80 for both OLLI Basic and Plus members. Enrollment limited. Visitors not permitted.

You must be at least 50 years old and a current member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA to enroll in this course.  If your membership has expired or if you wish to become a new member, please proceed with enrolling in courses and you will be automatically prompted to add a membership during checkout.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 15, 2025
Schedule
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Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jan 7, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
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Tue Jan 14, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jan 21, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jan 28, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Feb 4, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Feb 11, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Spring 2025 Schedule

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Wednesday 10:00AM - 12:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens February 03, 2025 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Caroline Dann
402860
Fee:
$80.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Notes

Course fee is $80 for both OLLI Basic and Plus members. Enrollment limited. Visitors not permitted.

You must be at least 50 years old and a current member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UCLA to enroll in this course.  If your membership has expired or if you wish to become a new member, please proceed with enrolling in courses and you will be automatically prompted to add a membership during checkout.

Refund Deadline
Refunds only available from February 03, 2025 to April 13, 2025
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Apr 2, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Wed Apr 9, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Wed Apr 16, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Wed Apr 23, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Wed Apr 30, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B
Discussion
Wed May 7, 2025
10:00AM PT - 12:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 119B

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