Learn a New Thing: Spring Classes 2025
Flowers are starting to poke up their colorful heads and days are extending past 7 p.m. here in the Pacific Time Zone. It's spring!
If the rainy season, politics, economics, or any of life's challenges have sapped your joy recently, we feel you. You might appreciate something positive to boost your sails. Check out spring classes to add some color and good vibes to your life this spring! Most classes start in April. Please register early so we can hold your spot in class.
Find links in the headers with these new spring classes and seasonal highlights:
Mosaic Art
Create amazing mosaics! Learn how to use glass and tiles to make one-of-a-kind art. Explore designs, materials, processes, and forms available, and go home with a unique art piece made by you. Taught by artist Georgetta Gancarz. See ALL art classes.
Drawing Vibrant Portraits
Learn how to draw people using techniques that have been fine-tuned by the masters. This new daytime class (part of our Broadway Hill Club for seniors) is taught by artist Renee Plevy, and is designed to be fun and rewarding for all levels. Gain fresh eyes for seeing the world! See ALL art classes.
Baking Fundamentals: Cookies, Cakes, Custards & More
Learn how to make a variety of beautiful and delicious baked treats in this fun hands-on class. Impress your family, friends, and yourself! Taught by chef, baker and food scientist, Michael Silver. See also Food & Cooking Through Science.
Wood Carving: Swan Spoons
Do you have basic carving skills? Learn how to carve a beautifully detailed wooden spoon in the graceful form of a swan while you develop your skills. Taught by artist Saman Shojaei.
Wood Carving: Graceful Gazelles
Carvers, take your skills to the next level! Carve more complex and fluid forms inspired by nature and traditional Persian artistry. Taught by artist Saman Shojaei.
The Magic of Shakespeare
How and why do the plays and sonnets of this writer have such appeal and lasting influence? Examine the fascinating times, author, literary tools and techniques of this wizard. Engaging class taught by performer and writer GregRobin Smith.
How to Get your Merchant Mariner Credential
Are you interested in working on a commercial vessel? Learn what you need to know about the US Coast Guard's credentialing exams, Medical Certificates, and documentation of professional or recreational small-boat sea-time. Taught by mariner Robert Reeder. See ALL boating classes.
Marine Electrical Basics
Want to be more confident with your boat's electrical system? This three-session class will cover both basic theory and beginner hands-on practical skills that you'll need to build confidence. Taught by mariner Danny Blanchard. See ALL boating classes.
Outboard Motor Maintenance
Learn the basics that every boater should know about routine and annual outboard maintenance in this popular hands-on class. Plan on getting a little dirty! Taught by mariner Al Bruce. See ALL boating classes.
Ceramics: Pottery Wheel Basics
Have you ever wanted to make unique and functional cups and bowls from clay? Enjoy an introduction to pottery using a pottery wheel in a local ceramics studio with artist Gabe Virgen. See ALL art classes.
Feel Good Movement
Ready to learn a simple and beautiful routine for full body health and movement? Join us! Taught by instructor Richard Aries.
Chi Kung: Exercise for Wellbeing (day)
Tai Chi for Health and Balance (eve)
Healthcare Career Training Online - FREE INFO SESSION
Learn about our online Healthcare Certificate Training Programs, in partnership with CareerStep, offering training for careers in healthcare, medical administration, and technology. Bring any questions.
Certificate in Grantwriting
Learn to write grant proposals step by step, with personalized feedback from an expert grantwriter, Alison Jones.
Basic Hands-On Home Repair and Maintenance
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to do basic repairs and maintenance on your house. You'll feel good learning how to do home projects yourself and you will probably save money as well! Taught by lifelong residential remodeling contractor Peter Marx.
Basic Carpentry & Woodworking
Are you interested in building, or repairing, things from wood? Get started learning basic carpentry and woodworking skills in this rewarding hands-on class. Taught by lifelong residential remodeling contractor Peter Marx. See ALL wood craft classes.
Language Academy
Did you know that languages are our specialty? Whether you're just starting to learn a language, brushing off rusty skills, or have more advanced abilities, we offer a variety of levels, topics, and instructors. Check out spring languages.
Translation & Interpretation
Are you bilingual? Learn how you can use your fabulous language skills to work professionally as an interpreter or translator. Take one, two, or all of these career-focused classes, and check back each quarter since topics vary throughout the year.
Translation and Interpretation: Basics
Translation and Interpretation: Business and Ethics
Translation and Interpretation: Technology
Paralegal Certificate Course
Are you interested in working as a paralegal or learning more about law for your profession? Check out our law classes with our online partner, Center for Legal Studies. Join the Info Session on April 16, 10am PT.