Community Education - Rochester, Minnesota

Start with 15 minutes of easy-to-follow instructions, then dive into 45 minutes of creative freedom with 1 pound of clay. Whether you're crafting a whimsical sculpture, a unique bowl, or anything your heart desires, this class is all about fun and creativity for everyone in the family. It’s perfect for sparking creativity and making lasting memories together! These sessions are designed for an adult and child (ages 3+) to enjoy together, or for an adult to explore on their own. Everyone is welcome!

This four-week class builds on Wheel 1. We will be working on cups, bowls, and an easy plate. Learn how to make handles and lids, and trim your pieces to enhance both function and design. Practice clay will still be available to help you learn the techniques. This class includes 25 lbs of clay, so you can keep some of your pieces. Prerequisite: Intro to Wheel Part 1.

Join Rochester Symphony conductor Chia-Hsuan Lin (pronounced jah-shwen), as she shares her musical insight into selections of music that inspire peace and hope in times of upheaval and uncertainty. Selections will include George Butterworth’s The Banks of Greenwillow, and Joseph Haydn’s masterpiece for chorale, Mass in Time of War. Widely acknowledged as a call for peace, Maestro Lin reflects on its jubilant message of strength and hope. Through musical clips and stories, Maestro Lin shares the history and musical elements that will enrich your understanding of classical music and the listening experience. Musical selections will focus on those included in Rochester Symphony’s upcoming concert for those who wish to hear them performed in full.

Rectangular platters are great for corralling all those items on the bathroom counter into one place. Use them as a serving dish in the kitchen, a place to charge all your electronics, or a key dish. Your platter will be glazed and ready for pickup at a later date.

Brighten up your dining table with a touch of sunshine! In our "Sunflower Napkin Holder" class, you'll craft your very own charming napkin holder shaped like a vibrant sunflower. Dive into the fun of sculpting and decorating clay to create a piece that's both functional and full of cheerful flair. Perfect for adding a splash of springtime joy to your meals, this class is designed for all skill levels and promises a blooming good time!

This class is for someone who may want to learn the ancient art of pottery, but may have unresolved commitment issues. Come try a one night class that is focused on the basics of wheel throwing (like the movie ghost, but no teaching as hands on as that. Come try it and see if its something you'd like to pursue. The focus of the class is to introduce people to this practice and friends tend to be more than usable pottery.

Get ready for spring by inviting the fairies into your garden! Decorate it with flowers, butterflies, and hearts to attract their attention. This is a hand-building class that meets over two sessions. In session one, you will create a fairy house out of clay. Then, in session two, you will glaze your fairy house. You will be able to pick it up after it’s been fired.

Craft your own adorable plant buddy! In this workshop, you'll get your hands dirty as you hand-build and design a unique, cheerful planter for your favorite houseplant. Let your creativity bloom as you sculpt and shape clay into a charming home for your green companion.

Join our rowing class to experience a full-body workout that combines cardio and strength training for maximum efficiency. Using state-of-the-art rowing machines, you'll engage multiple muscle groups while improving endurance and technique. Perfect for all fitness levels, this class offers a high-intensity, low-impact workout that builds stamina and boosts overall fitness.

In this class, you will participate in a circuit-style program that targets different muscle groups. Rotating through various exercises is an effective way to engage all your muscles and avoid boredom. The goal of circuit training is to maximize your workout by moving from station to station. Condition your body through resistance training, aerobic exercises, and endurance workouts.

In this class, we will dive into California wines and explore how the different microclimates in California can provide such a wide range of wines to choose from. Wine only served to those 21+ with ID.

Suspension training is a fun way to use your body weight in different ways. In this class, you will participate in exercises that are easy on the joints while improving flexibility and mobility. You will increase strength and work muscles in ways that you have never done before. No matter what your fitness level is, there are so many exercises you can benefit from using TRX bands.

This class offers fun and engaging workouts designed to help new moms get back in shape while bonding with their babies and connecting with other moms. Enjoy the benefits of improved flexibility, increased strength, and a stronger body, all while creating special moments with your baby. Additionally, this class provides a supportive environment that can help alleviate stress, anxiety, and postpartum depression. Join us to build strength, form connections, and find your community!

In this dynamic class, we focus on strengthening and sculpting the glutes, core, and additional muscle groups for a well-rounded workout experience. Through a variety of targeted exercises and functional movements, you'll build endurance, enhance stability, and improve your overall fitness. Whether you're looking to tone up or boost your performance, this class offers the perfect blend of challenge and support.

West Coast Swing is a partnered Swing Dance, similar to its parent dance of Lindy Hop, but slowed wayyy down! WCS can be danced just about anywhere to any type of music. No partner or experience is needed to join and try this amazing dance out!