Beginner Ukulele Course (Norton Summit)

Beginner Ukulele Course

Always wanted to play an instrument but didn’t know where to start? Kym Ormond’s beginner friendly ukulele course is the perfect introduction to learning ukulele in a fun, relaxed and supportive environment.

Over the course, you’ll learn the basics of playing the ukulele, from how to hold and tune your instrument to strumming patterns, simple chords and playing your first songs. The ukulele is an easy and joyful instrument to pick up, making it ideal for complete beginners.

With a focus on participation and enjoyment, this course is all about building confidence, learning at your own pace, and making music together.

Perfect for absolute beginners and no musical experience required.

What you will learn:

• How to tune your ukulele

• What size ukulele is best suited for you

• Basic chords and chord transitions

• Simple strumming patterns and rhythm

• How to play along to songs

• Tips for practicing

• A few fun songs to take home and keep playing

Please bring your own ukulele if you have one. A limited number of ukuleles will be available to borrow. When booking, please select the ticket option that matches whether you are bringing your own ukulele or need one supplied.

Kym Ormond Bio

Kym Ormond is a community educator, permaculturist and trained chef who teaches skills in sustainable living from food preservation to sourdough bread baking, permaculture gardening, music and other skills he’s picked up along the way.

Kym's goal is to share forgotten skills that he's learnt over the years and return them from "uncommon sense" to common sense life skills. Kym started off his career in commercial kitchens before eventually finding his feet in the soil and transitioned over to working on commercial farms, permaculture food growing projects and owning his own plant nursery. Kym has combined his love of growing food and cooking together into a series of sustainable living courses that are interactive, fun and informative.

For more info on Kym, check out his website here: https://kymormond.com.au/

Community Centre Contact Details

The Summit Community Centre is open Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (closed on Fridays and public holidays). For any enquiries, please contact us on 8390 0457 or email thesummit@ahc.sa.gov.au during opening times.

Extreme and Catastrophic Fire Danger Ratings

When an 'Extreme 75+' or Catastrophic Fire Danger Rating is declared for the Mt Lofty Ranges, the Adelaide Hills Council Community Centre's will be closed, and all classes and programs will be cancelled without notice. Any monies paid will either be reimbursed or the course will be rescheduled for a later date.

Current fire danger ratings can be checked here: http://www.bom.gov.au/sa/forecasts/fire-danger-ratings.shtml

FAQ

Where can I park?

Parking is limited at The Summit Community Centre, carpool where possible. An upper carpark and a smaller lower carpark (with one disabled parking space) are available. There is a loading zone for drop offs and unloading a vehicle (refer to map below).

If the event is at night, what do I need to know?

We are in the Adelaide Hills and always encourage a torch or phone with a light in case you can't see. Clothing for cooler weather and an umbrella in winter would be encouraged.

Are there other places I can park?

Yes, along Crescent Drive up to the Norton Summit Primary School. Parking is also located behind Norton Summit CFS. Please take care crossing this road to the community centre. Limited parking is available at The Scenic Hotel (refer to map below).

What facilities are on site?

Toilets (including disabled), baby change table, wide double door entrance into centre, function room, large foyer and patio area, small meeting room and fully equipped kitchen with commercial dishwasher.

Is there disabled access?

Yes, the disabled car park is located in the lower carpark (to the right of the community centre as you drive in). There is an access ramp that leads from the carpark to the entrance of the building.  There is a disabled toilet onsite and our reception desk is at an accessible height for wheelchair users.

Is the community centre inclusive?

Yes, everyone is welcome.  Our centre is LGBTQI+ friendly, dementia friendly and breastfeeding is welcome.

Can I warm a baby bottle, heat my meal up or make a coffee/tea/hot chocolate?

Yes, there is a kettle, microwave and fridge. Water and and hot drinks are available.