All creative classes and workshops available for registration can be found on this page. You can either use the quick links below to jump to the category that interests you, or explore the other pages under our “Classes & Workshops” tab in the main menu.

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Classes & Workshops for Kids
Classes & Workshops for Adults

FALL CLASSES & WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS

WORKSHOPS for kids

METAL SNOWMAN ORNAMENT WORKSHOP (Grades 4 – 8)

Date: Saturday, November 23

When: 9am – 12pm

Cost: $95 Members; $105 Non-members

Instructor: Katie Boucher

Join us to learn a new skill and get creative making snowmen ornaments out of assorted metal pieces!  Students will be learning basic skills such as using the tools, torch and polishing machines in the studio. We will learn basic techniques on how to cut, solder, hammer and polish different types of metals. Each student will bring home a finished piece.

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CLASSES – Mondays

INTRO TO CROCHET

When: Mondays, 3:45pm – 5:15pm

Instructor: Leah Payne

Cost: $40 members; $45 non-members

What you can create with just yarn and a hook is amazing! During these workshops, students will be provided with online introductory instruction, then work on a crochet project, learning the terminology and techniques, with guided in-person help from an instructor. Students will learn basic stitches that will help them in their crochet journey for years to come.

Students will be asked to video instructional video content prior to attending their first class. Project themes vary by dates. All students will leave with a finished piece. All supplies included.

Max: 10 attendees

CLASSES – Tuesdays

More Tuesday programming coming soon!

CLASSES – Wednesdays

More Wednesday programming coming soon!

CLASSES – Thursdays

More Thursday programming coming soon!

CLASSES – SatuRdays

IMPROV FOR YOUNG ADULTS (Grades 9-12)

Dates: (6 weeks) January 4 – February 8

When: Saturdays, 11am-1pm

Cost: $220 Members ; $240 Non-Members

Instructor: Samuel Kuykendall

An introductory course in improvisational acting for students…

Do you or a teen you know have an interest in acting, improvisation, and/or comedy? Maybe you’re a fan of Whose Line is it Anyway?, Mock The week or the films of Christopher Guest. Learn the art of improvisational acting with instructor Samuel Kuykendall, leader of the infamous Yes & Co. In this 8 week series of 2-hour classes students will learn the fundamentals of improvisation and how to use those skills on and off stage. Learn how staying present, listening, and saying “yes, and” can lead to fun, engaging and hilarious situations. Each week Samuel will have students focus on a different facet of improvisation, using game-play from Day 1. Students will learn short-form, and long-form games with a little bit of music thrown in for good measure.

By the conclusion of the course, each student will possess the skills needed to improvise and collaborate with others more thoughtfully and confidently. The class will conclude with a performance for friends and family on the final class date.

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FALL ADULT CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

 

*New* YOGA CLASSES

ALL LEVELS VINYASA with Leslie Cargill

When: (6 weeks series or single class) November 2 – December 7

Saturdays: 8:30am – 9:30am

Cost: $100 for 6 week series; $20 per single class (Pre-registration is appreciated!)

Instructor: Leslie Cargill

Vinyasa yoga is a form of yoga where poses are linked together  in a flowing sequence, breathing through and with the movement. There is no structured sequence in Vinyasa yoga, so the style, pace and intensity will all vary depending on the teacher.

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About Leslie Cargill

Leslie is a personal coach and yoga instructor. She brings 500+ hours of advanced training, years of teaching experience, and a personalized approach to helping people of all ages, abilities, and experience from complete beginners to advanced practitioners, those who consider themselves not flexible enough to do yoga, athletes, and those dealing with physical or emotional health issues. Leslie focuses on each student’s unique abilities, goals and needs. She encourages students to find a yoga practice that works for you and which is sustainable.
Leslie works with individuals, businesses, and communities – offering private and group classes, coaching, events, workshops, partnerships, and retreats – all to achieve a sense of well-being through the freedom found in yoga, movement, mindfulness, and creative expression. For more information or to see a full schedule of Way to Be’s weekly classes at RTA and elsewhere, please visit waytobeyoga.com.

Minimum of 2 people needed to run the class.

YIN YOGA with Leslie Cargill

Session Dates: (6 weeks series or single class) November 3 – December 8

Sundays: 4:30pm – 5:30pm

Cost:$100 for 6 week series; $20 per single class (Pre-registration is appreciated!)

A beautiful practice focused on longer-held, more passive poses to open the body and allow greater flexibility, energy, and mobility, while offering a mindful and renewing experience on your mat.

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Minimum of 2 people needed to run the class.

Ceramics Classes & Open Studio

*NEW*: CERAMICS OPEN STUDIO TIME

*** In order to make use of open studio for ceramics, students must be a current member and have taken a ceramics class at RTA in the past 18 months.***

FALL SESSION: September 1-December 1

OPEN STUDIO TIMES:
  • Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30am-7:45pm
  • Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:30am-7:00pm
  • Fridays 10:30am-1:30pm
*CLOSED ON FEDERAL HOLIDAYS

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Creator Classes & Workshops

HAND PAINTED WINE GLASS SET WORKSHOP

When: Saturday, November 16th, 3pm-5pm

Cost: $40 Members ; $45 Non-members (all supplies included)

Instructor: Marguerite Genest

Join us for a fun and creative evening where you’ll learn how to transform ordinary wine glasses into personalized pieces of art. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a complete beginner, this workshop offers a relaxed and supportive environment to explore your creativity and create unique wine glasses that you can proudly use or gift to someone special. All supplies included. 

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Maximum attendees: 16

Drawing CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

MANDALA MONDAYSDrawing and coloring mandala for wellness

When: Mondays Monthly 6pm-8pm

Cost: $35 members ; $40 Non-members

Instructor: Marguerite Genest

A mandala is a circular design with a central point that is thought to represent the wholeness of the person who creates it. In nature, we are attracted to mandalas. Flowers and seashells, for example, can beautify our lives and bring a sense of peace. We often experience feelings of relaxation when coloring pre-designed mandalas so popular in coloring books. However, the meditative aspects of creating and coloring our own mandalas have been shown to reduce anxiety and stress, and promote feelings of well being through self discovery. This tends to have a more positive impact on both physical and mental health. In this class we will explore the significance of mandalas as we create our own. We’ll discover their meditative properties as we relax, de-stress and learn about ourselves through the colors, symbols, and patterns we choose. The creation of mandalas provides a window to ourselves that is not only revealing, but enjoyable. In this class, we will focus on the process of self-discovery through the meaningful communication between our inner and outer worlds. All materials provided.

November 18 REGISTER HERE

Maximum attendees: 16

Painting CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

WEDNESDAY PAINT NIGHT: Acrylic Landscapes PaintingAcrylic Landscape Painting

When: Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Cost: Members: $38.00 / Non-Members: $43.00 (all supplies included)

Instructor: Marguerite Genest

We will create fresh, acrylic paintings inspired by nature. You will learn brush strokes and basic acrylic techniques to create beautiful art without needing to draw. Demonstrations will be projected onto a large screen as well as students receiving personal instruction. This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle. 

November 13 REGISTER HERE

Max 12 attendees

WEDNESDAY PAINT NIGHTS: Botanical Watercolor Workshop

When: Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Cost: Members: $38.00 / Non-Members: $43.00 (all supplies included)

Instructor: Leah Payne

We will create fresh, loose watercolor paintings inspired by nature. You will learn brush strokes and basic watercolor techniques to create beautiful art without needing to draw. Demonstrations will be projected onto a large screen as well as students receiving personal instruction. This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle with your beverage of choice.

November 20 REGISTER HERE

Max 12 attendees

WEDNESDAY PAINT NIGHTS: Intro to Gouache Workshops

Time: Wednesdays, 5:30pm-7:30pm

Cost: Members: $38.00 / Non-Members: $43.00 (all supplies included)

Instructor: Leah Payne

We will create fun, stylized, paintings inspired by nature. You will learn basic gouache techniques to create beautiful art without needing to draw. Demonstrations will be projected onto a large screen as well as students receiving personal instruction. This class is for beginners. All materials are provided. Come relax and create! Please bring a water bottle with your beverage of choice.

December 4 REGISTER HERE

Max 12 attendees

Paint & Sips

PAINT & SIP with MargueritePaint & Sip

When: Saturday Dec. 7, 4pm – 6pm: Prelude Theme

Cost: $40 Members / $45 non-members per workshop (all supplies included)

Instructor: Marguerite Genest

Enjoy an evening of painting and socializing with friends while sipping wine. Channel your inner Picasso as we paint a predetermined themed canvas. Local artist Marguerite Genest will guide you through the step by step process of developing your composition, colors and technique, using acrylic paints on a stretched 9 x 12” canvas which will be a keepsake. Glasses of wine available for donation. Thank you to our Paint & Sip Sponsors. 

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Max 16 attendees 

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*For all info about dance classes and programs please visit our Dance pages.

 


PLEASE BE ADVISED:

  • Don’t dress in your best attire for art classes; art can get messy!
  • Please read all of River Tree Arts’ Policies and Procedures before registering for any event.
  • In the case that a class is canceled due to weather and a student cannot attend the rain-date, refunds will not be issued.
  • All children need to have a completed consent form on file before attending classes without an adult: RTA Consent Form
  • If there are any allergies or serious medical information that we need to be aware of before your child attends art camp, kindly ensure that you provide this information as early as possible so that we can make the necessary arrangements.  
  • No early drop off or late picks up can be accommodated. 
  • RTA is a NUT-FREE facility. 

PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION DUE TO LOW NUMBERS, SO DON’T DELAY; REGISTER TODAY!