Community Classes
Beginner/Intermediate Piano
Learn to play piano! Designed for teens and adults, this class will focus on building a solid piano technique, focusing on hand position and various keyboard touches (legato, staccato and others). Student will work on scales, ear training and basic music theory. The course material is applicable to classical, popular and rock music. The instructor and student will choose appropriate songs, pieces and exercises for the skill levels of the students. Individual attention will be given to each student in addition to the group work.
Mondays 6:30-8pm, September 29th-December 15th
$215/course
Taught by Lynn Cushman
Garden to Table Cooking
Join us for a delicious and hands-on evening in the garden and kitchen! We’ll start by harvesting fresh, seasonal produce from our urban garden and then head to our community kitchen to prepare a 2-3 course meal together. Each session includes dinner, drinks, and time to connect with others in the garden. No cooking or gardening experience needed! Just bring your curiosity and appetite!
Thursday September 25th 6 pm
Thursday October 16th 6 pm
Thursday November 6th 6 pm
$45/class
Taught by Ari Kazansky
Stretch and Strengthen
Join us for Stretch and Strengthen, a morning community offering for adults that provides a place for light movement and a chance to connect and socialize with community members. Participants will stretch and strengthen their bodies with seated and standing yoga-like movements (no mat required). Afterwards, we welcome all participants to stick around for a social hour with refreshments.
Wednesdays at 10 AM
$10/session
Taught by Neem Dewji
Bread Making with Arnie Adler
Join The Bread Baker of Riverdale in his class on sourdough bread baking. Arnie will walk you through the 36 hour process of making a loaf of bread in just 2 hours.
Tuesday September 16th 6:00-8:00 PM
Tuesday October 14th 6:00 PM-8:00 PM
$50/class
Taught by Arnie Adler
Pickup Basketball (Ages 16+)
Spend Monday evenings playing in our Adult Pick-Up Basketball League. Games are played indoors or outdoors, weather permitting.
Mondays, 8:00pm
$15/session
Keyboard for Kids
Joyful introduction to piano/keyboard in a fun and supportive group setting for ages 8 - 11. Students will learn 1) keyboard basics and hand position 2) beginning note reading and rhythm 3) fingerings, and 4) fun tunes. Each student is provided a keyboard and headphones for class use. Individual attention is given to each student in addition to the group work.
Mondays 5 pm, September 29th-December 15th
$145/course
Taught by Lynn Cushman
Guitar
Learn to play guitar from an instructor with over 35 years of teaching experience. This class is appropriate for beginners to intermediate guitar players of any age, from children or adults. You will learn chords and scales, play songs, write and record original music, and understand music theory.
Mondays 7-8 pm, September 29th-December 15th
$230/course
Taught by Mike Flanagan
Pilates
Join our pilates class for a full body workout while building your core strength, and flexibility. Sign up for a single session or receive a discount when you register for the series.
Sundays 9:30 am
$140/series or $18/session
Taught by Kiki Georgiadou
Pickleball League (Ages 16+)
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US— an easy to learn racket sport that is suitable for all ages. The league is open to all levels of experience.
Mondays, 6-8pm
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm
Saturdays , 9:30-11:30am
Registration is available on a monthly basis. Sign up for a month of access for $40.
Gentle Hatha Yoga
This class will help you ease into the body with low-impact, stress releasing movements. Spine lengthening stretches with slow, thoughtful transitions and breathwork gradually build flexibility, strength, and calm. A class for all students, including beginners. Adaptations are available so that everyone can feel comfortable in their own bodies.
Tuesdays, 7:00pm
$15/class, $18 for a walk in, $60/4 class series
Taught by Berto, Yoga for Bliss
Open Level Hatha Yoga
A gentle, grounding class with an emphasis on self-care and stress release. We work on breath and movement, first with gentle warm ups, adding more challenges with thoughtful sequences, and ending with deep relaxation. All levels welcome.
Saturdays, 10:00am
$15/class, $18 for a walk in, $60/4 class series
Taught by Patricia Villate
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Vocal Course
Learn basic vocal techniques such as breathing, posture, tone, and singing on key. Students will also learn basic music theory, vocal warm-ups, expanding vocal range, and developing stage presence. They will sing both acapella and accompanied by live instruments. Taught by Mike Flanagan, a musician and singer with over 40 years of experience, the workshop is open to anyone age 15 and over, and is designed for all levels, from beginners to experienced singers.
Taught by Mike Flanagan
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Masala Bhangra
Join Ailey Extension trained dancer Deborah Kolb for this full body dance workout. With easy to follow choreography, participants are encouraged to move, touch and inspire! All ages are welcome.
Taught by Deborah Kolb
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Drawing with Charcoal and Pastels
Learn how to draw with charcoal and pastels from local artist Daniel Hauben. Students will work on subjects such as still life, portraits, and landscapes. The course will also cover the rudiments of perspective, the balance of opposites, and how to create a good composition. Open to anyone who loves to draw, no prior experience necessary!
Taught by Daniel Hauben
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Questions?
Email Rob Adelman, our Community Class Coordinator, radelman@riverdaleonline.org.