Learn the basics of cutting fabric, using a sewing machine, and the stitches available on most machines.

Functional Fitness (FF) is a strength training class that incorporates movements of everyday life. Muscular strength, cardiovascular capacity, balance, coordination, cognitive function, and flexibility with a backdrop of music and humor. Accessible and challenging for all levels (you must be able to get up and down off the floor to attend). Bring sneakers, mat and a water bottle. FMI http://emmaholder.com/fitness

This interval training class offers three essential fitness components: cardio, strength training, and stretching to release tension. Participants will engage in interval training, essestial for calorie burning and weight loss. Students will engage in multiple actions for short bursts. This class is in person and by Zoom. Instructor will contact students with link and payment information.

Learn to play the ukulele! It has never been more popular. Here’s your chance to find out how to play this wonderfully versatile, go anywhere instrument. Join our no-stress program for some laughs and learning. Bring your sense of humor, a passion for music, and curiosity about playing. Once you master the basics you won't want to stop. Will you be recruited to perform with the Portland Symphony Orchestra? -- well, not right way. But, as the saying goes, master player isn’t the person who can pick or strum the most notes. It isn’t the person with the greatest technical skill. It’s the person who can touch the most hearts.” So grab a uke, you don’t need to read music - sign up, tune up and show up. Let your musical journey begin!

As an introduction to the Spanish language, this course emphasizes pronunciation and basic conversational skills. Students will explore the language and culture, while also engaging in basic Spanish discussions. Requirement: Purchase Practical Spanish Grammar, A Self-Teaching Guide by Marcial Prado, ISBN: 0-471-13446-5.

Looking for funny people! Have you ever thought of becoming a comedian? Professional comedian/writer Ian Stuart will be teaching a class on stand up at PAE. Each student will be given the tools to write a five minute routine to be performed.

There is no wrong way to have a body and there is no wrong body for yoga. ! The practice of yoga benefits every body and this class is especially designed for people who may not feel like they fit the description of the typical yoga student. While you do not need to be a specific size, shape, or ability level to attend, special attention will be paid to modifications for larger bodies and bodies with mobility and/or flexibility challenges. Classes will move through a modified slow flow and offered in a manner that respects and celebrates differences and encourages strength building, balance, flexibility, and self-acceptance. Breathwork and meditation will also be explored.

w/ Katie Beane-Lewis (RYT 500hr, YACAP)

 

In what could be the most enlightening 2 hours you’ve ever spent, this class will show you how you can actually begin using your speaking voice for commercials, films, videos, and more. Most people go about it the wrong way. In this introductory class, you will learn about a unique, outside the box way to break into this creative, fulfilling, and potentially lucrative industry. Voice-overs can be managed on your own terms, on your own turf, in your own time, and with minimal overhead! Whether you choose to pursue voice-overs part-time or full-time, this could be the game changer you’ve been looking for.