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Are you having trouble starting or maintaining a desired way of life? Research shows that accountability is a major factor in motivating healthy habit changes. Learn how to meal plan on a budget or manage your weight without sacrificing enjoyment of food. Eating right can create a ripple effect on your health, leading to increased vitality, healthier skin, improved digestion, more restful sleep and a better immune system. Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions. Our instructor is a Level 2 Precision Nutrition Coach and ACSM certified personal trainer. She is also a Wellcoaches Health and Wellness Coach.

Have you always wanted to begin an exercise program, but don't know where to start? Sign up for one-on-one personal training with a nationally certified trainer who will create and lead you through an exercise program based on your goals. Your trainer will contact you by the first week of the term to schedule your training sessions. Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions.

Have you always wanted to begin an exercise program, but don't know where to start? Sign up for one-on-one personal training with a nationally certified trainer who will create and lead you through an exercise program based on your goals. Your trainer will contact you by the first week of the term to schedule your training sessions. Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions.

Have you always wanted to begin an exercise program, but don't know where to start? Sign up for one-on-one personal training with a nationally certified trainer who will create and lead you through an exercise program based on your goals. Your trainer will contact you by the first week of the term to schedule your training sessions. Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions.

Are you having trouble starting or maintaining a desired way of life? Research shows that accountability is a major factor in motivating healthy habit changes. We can't remove all the obstacles in our lives but we can fortify our resilience so that we are ready to take on whatever comes. Your Wellness coach will help you develop healthy habits for reducing stress, building positive relationships and re-energizing healthy behaviors. Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions. Our instructor is a Level 2 Precision Nutrition Coach and ACSM certified personal trainer. She is also a Wellcoaches Health and Wellness Coach.

Build confidence and strengthen your singing voice with personalized online vocal coaching. This five-session package offers one-on-one instruction focused on vocal technique, breathing, pitch, tone, range, and performance skills for singers for beginners.  Each session is 1 hour. No refunds for unused sessions.

AI is no longer a distant possibility, it's shaping the way we work, think, and engage today. AI//NOW is a quarterly seminar series designed to help professionals, entrepreneurs, and teams keep pace with the present real-world impacts of Artificial Intelligence. The series blends foundational knowledge with job-specific applications, offering topics such as: prompt engineering, language models, project management applications, design tools, and more.

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Barre Fusion combines ballet-inspired movement with the strength and mobility of yoga, Pilates, and functional training for a dynamic, results-driven workout. Set to energizing music, this fast-paced, low-impact class keeps you moving and engaged while improving balance, posture, flexibility, and muscular endurance. Using a variety of props, such as light weights, bands, gliders, and balls, you’ll build strength and challenge your muscles in new ways. Perfect for those looking for a fun, challenging workout that will leave you feeling strong, aligned, and uplifted. No experience necessary.
Equipment is provided, but feel free to bring your own yoga mat or props.

Step away from the digital world and into the darkroom. This open lab is ideal for anyone working with black-and-white film, whether you're new to analog or refining your printing skills. Access Clark College’s fully equipped darkroom (35mm to 8x10 large format), process film, make prints, and scan negatives. An experienced instructor is on hand to offer support. Chemistry is included.  Bring your own film and photo paper. Open to all levels.

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Blogging and Podcasting are great ways to express yourself, but maybe you're not sure how to start. This course will teach you how to successfully plan and create your very own blog and podcast using hands-on exercises and free web tools.

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Support your strength, flexibility, and balance in a safe and empowering environment. This gentle yoga class combines seated postures, breathwork, and mindful movement using a chair for support. We'll also incorporate standing poses for balance and coordination, helping you stay mobile and strong in everyday life. Designed for all levels and abilities—no experience required.

Benefits: • Improve posture & joint mobility • Reduce stress & increase energy • Enhance balance & coordination • Stay active in a supportive community

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This course is perfect for absolute beginners eager to learn how to play chess with confidence. Starting with the basics--rules, piece movements, and board setup--then moving into key opening principles, simple tactics, and winning strategies. Through guided practice games and interactive exercises, you'll build skills step by step. By the end of the course, you'll be able to play a complete game, recognize common checkmate patterns, and start thinking like a chess player. No prior experience needed--just curiosity and a willingness to learn!

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Learn the basics of strength training in a circuit type fashion. We will be focusing on technique more than intensity. We will use a variety of exercises; dumbbells, kettlebells, body weight. All exercises will be taught with progressions and regressions depending on the student's skill level.

Build on your ballet foundation in this engaging class designed for adults with prior experience. Students refine technique, strength, and artistry through barre and center work, with an emphasis on alignment, musicality, and fluid movement. Ideal for those ready to progress beyond the basics in a supportive, welcoming environment.

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Interested in drawing your own comics but not sure where to start? Learn the process, become comfortable with the pencil drawing, and consider different storytelling tools that make for a great comic. Class will culminate with students turning in a one-page comic, which will be printed in a booklet for each student to keep. This class is for people of ALL drawing abilities.

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Explore the movements that challenged postwar American conformity, from the Beat Generation and rock and roll to hippies, anti-war activism, and punk rock. Through discussion, music, and historical insights, discover how these rebels transformed American culture and continue to influence society today.

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Flower Arranging featuring Sunflowers and bright blossoms; is a hands-on workshop exploring seasonal floral design using vibrant, locally inspired blooms. Learn the essentials of arranging, including stem preparation, composition, and color balance, while working with the unique shapes and textures. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class offers practical techniques and a finished arrangement to take home.

Flower Arranging featuring Zinnias, yarrow, and other bright blossoms; is a hands-on workshop exploring seasonal floral design using vibrant, locally inspired blooms. Learn the essentials of arranging, including stem preparation, composition, and color balance, while working with the unique shapes and textures of dahlias. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class offers practical techniques and a finished arrangement to take home.

Flower Arranging featuring Dahlias and bright blossoms; is a hands-on workshop exploring seasonal floral design using vibrant, locally inspired blooms. Learn the essentials of arranging, including stem preparation, composition, and color balance, while working with the unique shapes and textures of dahlias. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, this class offers practical techniques and a finished arrangement to take home.

This seven-week intensive course will prepare students to take the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) examination - "the FS Exam". Concepts and topics covered over the seven weeks will include: the Public Land Survey System (i.e. section, township, and quadrangle layout, single and double proportioning, closing corners, meander lines), easements, title, deeds, descriptions, evidence, simultaneous conveyances, records research, rules of construction, riparian rights, order of operations, quadratic equations, triangles, degree to decimal degree conversions, bearing to azimuth conversions, magnetic declination, horizontal and vertical curves, area calculations, intersection of lines/slope, photogrammetry, statistics and probability, field measurements and corrections, differential level loops, geodesy, state plane coordinates, grid/ground calculations, least squares and traverse adjustments.

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Course Text: Fundamentals of Surveying: Exam Study Manual (2nd Edition) - Dane Courville, PLS

Let’s paint some trees! This is the workshop for you if your trees tend to look a bit cartoony.  You will be given step by step instruction along with time to experiment on your own all of the techniques that are crucial for painting realistic trees. This watercolor workshop will focus on how to see things as an artist, how to use certain brushes for maximum effect, and how to mix convincing colors.  Sign up and unlock the fun world of painting trees!

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Learn basic first aid for medical emergencies. Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training methods are covered. Discuss illness, injury and many environmental and emotional considerations. Proper technique for choking emergencies is included. Upon completion, students will receive a two-year Certification Card that follows the American Heart Association guidelines.

Learn basic first aid for medical emergencies. Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) training methods are covered. Discuss illness, injury and many environmental and emotional considerations. Proper technique for choking emergencies is included. Upon completion, students will receive a two-year Certification Card that follows the American Heart Association guidelines.

Learn foundational moves, freestyle skills, and choreography in a fun, high-energy class. All levels welcome.

Join Margarita Marochkina in a painting workshop where participants will be able to paint their own bird! Supplies provided.

Do you have a new or older camera you really don’t understand? This hands-on class helps you take more compelling images by learning when, why and how to use different camera settings, compose great shots, and think creatively behind the lens Through in class exercises, photo walkabouts, weekly assignments, and projected critiques, you’ll gain confidence and new skills in a fun, supportive environment

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A fun and easy class for those who are curious about the comedy improv world, and those who would like to feel a little less stressed when pressed to make things up on the fly. No requirement to be funny, just need to be excited to play and escape reality for a few hours

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This course will introduce you to various forms of artificial intelligence (AI) and how we interact with AI as consumers in applications like chatbots and recommendation engines. You'll see how AI provides analytics in business and consider industries that may be transformed or even disrupted by AI implementations. You'll go under the hood to see how computers can "learn" using artificial neural networks and various forms of machine learning. You will review AI applications such as natural language processing, forecasting, and robotics. You'll also learn about the AI development process and how AI will affect the workforce. Finally, you'll consider some of the ethical factors in AI deployment.

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Learn to sail with confidence in this hands-on, beginner-friendly course. Guided by certified instructors, students will gain essential skills in boat handling, safety, wind awareness, and basic sailing techniques through both on-water and shore-based instruction. All equipment is provided, and safety is emphasized with the required use of personal flotation devices. (Bring your own personal flotation device if have one) Held at the Vancouver Sailing Club, this course offers an engaging and practical introduction to life on the water.

This six session conversation course is for intermediate to advanced learners looking to strengthen their spoken Italian in an engaging, interactive setting. Each class explores a cultural or contemporary topic through a short Italian presentation and a guided discussion that builds fluency, confidence, and natural communication. 6 sessions. This course is a partnership with Tacoma Community College.

Suitable for those who have completed part l of Beginner Italian Conversation Class, or who already have a good knowledge of the basics of the Italian language. Improve pronunciation, conversational skills, and vocabulary, either for personal or professional purpose. This course is a partnership with Tacoma Community College

Explore Japanese language and culture in this beginner class. Taught by a native speaker.

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Discover the fundamentals of kettlebell training. Learn correct form, essential movements, and breathing techniques to build strength, stability, and coordination. Perfect for newcomers looking to add variety and functional strength to their fitness program.

Become faster and more confident at the keyboard. This course will help you learn how to touch-type the alphabetic, numeric, and symbol keys; create, save, and edit word processing documents; and successfully take a timed writing test during a job interview.

 

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A fun-filled one hour workshop of connecting the body, breath and laughter. A class for all body types with no previous yoga experience required. This will be a quick way to awaken the body and ease away the stress and tension of the day.

Discover how to make traditional Chinese dim sum at home as you watch a chef prepare soft, fluffy chicken bao steamed buns. In this hands-on class, chef will also showcase complementary sides and flavorful dipping sauces to round out the meal. Perfect for home cooks of all skill levels looking to expand their culinary techniques, this session includes tasting samples of all dishes prepared. 

This class introduces the essential techniques behind making smooth, flavorful frozen desserts at home. In this hands-on class  learn how ingredients like fat, sugar, dairy, fruit, and air influence texture and freezing. Working in small groups, students will make classic vanilla custard ice cream, fruit sorbet, a no-churn ice cream, and both chocolate and caramel sauces. Leave with a deeper understanding of frozen dessert science and the confidence to recreate these treats with or without specialty equipment.

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This mat-based Pilates workout is designed to help participants develop leaner, longer-looking muscles, establish core strength and stability, and heighten mind-body awareness. Props may be incorporated to add variety.

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Learn the fundamentals of reading and writing music in this practical workshop. Explore key elements such as pitch, rhythm, dynamics, and musical symbols while practicing clear, accurate notation by hand and/or with software. Ideal for musicians, educators, and enthusiasts, this class builds the essential skills needed to communicate musical ideas with confidence.

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Learn an exciting method for listening deeply to what your novel wants to say. The backbone of your novel is the scene, supporting the narrative from start to finish. Here you will craft scenes quickly and effortlessly, tapping into your "Dream Kid." Discover the heartbeat of the book and strike just the right voice. Meet writers ready to cheer you on. Whether you have already penned a few lines, a few chapters, or an entire draft, get ready to develop and explore your work in a new, natural, flow.

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Find out the science of our oceans. The geography, geology, physics, chemistry, weather, and biology of the oceans will be examined, with an emphasis on the Pacific Northwest.

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Have you ever wanted to turn your pet into a work of art? In this beginner friendly acrylic class, students will be given step by step instruction in order to create a portrait of their pet! Whether it’s your dog, cat, horse, turtle, fish, etc, you will be given the support and instruction that will allow you to capture your pet in a way that you can be proud of! Pre-drawn canvases will be available for students who send their photo at least one week before class. Materials included.

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Summer is the perfect time to brush up on your piano skills. This six-week refresher class will give you exciting new repertoire to practice, plus improvisation activities and music theory to help put your knowledge to use in real music. For piano players with either a little bit of experience all the way to intermediate level, we’ll enjoy both classical and 20th Century music together.

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Learning the ancient Japanese hands on healing of Reiki will help you to awaken and enhance your natural healing abilities. Reiki helps to reduce stress, pain and chronic conditions while promoting relaxation and wellness for the body, mind and spirit. This class is a great benefit to individuals for self-health or professionals to include Reiki in their practice. No experience necessary. Includes certificate of completion.

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Reiki is a natural hands-on system of stress reduction and relaxation that promotes energetic healing. It is an alternative therapy that can be used in conjunction with western medicine. This course will help you progress in the theory and practice of Reiki from Practitioner I status. You will be led through the handbook with lessons, assignments, and case studies. Upon completion, you will be awarded certification as a Reiki II Practitioner.

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Rhythm is music’s most tactile dimension, grounding us in physicality and gesture. Discover the Western system of rhythm and notation inside and out! With over a hundred listening examples including classical, folk, ragtime, jazz, pop, film scores, and Broadway, you'll learn to identify rhythms and meter with no prior musical training. Get set to clap and rap with this interactive and exciting six-week course.

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Dive into the critical challenges facing Pacific Northwest salmon populations. Explore the devastating impact of human activities, climate change, and habitat disruption on these vital species. Discover the ongoing efforts to protect and restore salmon habitats, and learn what you can do to help safeguard the future of these iconic fish.  This is a two-week classroom course, with an optional field trip to Bonneville Dam in week three.

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Anything you see, you can draw! This course is designed to be an introduction to the basic materials and technical properties of drawing with a focus on the formal qualities of drawing and its concepts. Projects include drawing from still life and natural forms. Develop observational skills, perceptual awareness, and expressive capabilities through the exploration of proportional relationships, linear perspective, and composition techniques.

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Do you only sing in the shower? Have you been told you're "tone deaf"? Welcome to the ultimate vocal transformation in this rock vocal class. School of Rock, in collaboration with Clark Continuing Education, presents a class designed to bridge the gap between ""I can't"" and ""I'm with the band."" This isn't your typical sit-down lecture, it's a high-impact, 90-minute weekly workshop held in professional rehearsal studios. Whether you're looking to find your voice for the first time or simply want to learn how to belt out a song without losing your breath, this course gives you the tools to command the stage.

Classes held at the School of Rock, 1825 SE 164th Ave, Suite 120, Vancouver, WA 98683
Musical Director: Justin Ganz

¡Habla Más Español! Continue building your Spanish skills! Expand your vocabulary, refine your pronunciation, and gain confidence speaking in everyday situations through interactive practice. Recommended for ages 16 and up, or for those who have completed Spanish for Beginners 1 or want to refresh their skills.

Class Material: Available from Amazon and other retailers.
***Learn Spanish: Grammer Workbook for Adult Beginners: Speak Abroad Academy.
***Español en marcha Básico Nueva edición: Francisca Castro Viudez, Pilar Diaz Ballesteros, Ignacio Rodero Diez & Carmen Sardinero Franco.
***Nuevo Español en marcha Básico alumno + CD: Francisca Castro Viudez, Pilar Diaz Ballesteros, Ignacio Rodero Diez & Carmen Sardinero Franco.

Do you want to rekindle your fascination with the starry night sky? Learn how to navigate the night sky – a cosmic parade of seasonal constellations/stars, planets, Moon, comets, and meteor showers with star-charts, binoculars, and telescopes. Understand how and why the stars and planets move the way they do.

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Build strength, balance, mobility, and cardiovascular endurance in this upbeat, music-driven class designed to help active adults 50+ stay strong, capable, and independent as they age. Using a variety of props including weights, bands, gliders, balls, and chairs for support and balance, you’ll train real-life movement patterns like squatting, lunging, reaching, rotating, and getting up and down from the floor. Participants should be comfortable standing for most of class and moving at a moderate pace. Modifications are offered, but the overall class is best suited for individuals with a moderate level of mobility who are looking to improve strength, stability, flexibility, coordination, and overall fitness in a supportive community environment..

This continuation class for the Yang 24 form builds on the foundational skills learned in the Tai Chi for Balance Improvement class. Focus on the posture and flow of movements in Yang 24, working on memorizing the entire sequence and advancing your skills in the Tai Chi Walk. You will also learn to visualize chi and breathing throughout the practice.

The 24 Yang style, renowned for its popularity, comprises slow, continuous, soft, and circular movements seamlessly woven into a flowing pattern. Practicing Tai Chi involves executing a sequence of postures or movements with slow, graceful transitions, ensuring each posture blends seamlessly into the next without interruption. Students learn easily and greatly improve balance.

Looking for a fun way to move, make friends, and try something new this summer? Join our Beginning Adult Tap Class! This fun and welcoming 6-week session is perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to get back into tap dancing. No experience needed!

Dance along to upbeat, fun music while learning basic tap steps in a relaxed and supportive environment. No pressure, no stress, and no need to memorize routines, just come ready to move, laugh, and have a great time.

Tap shoes are encouraged, but if you don’t have any yet, simply bring a clean pair of tennis shoes to wear in the studio.

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How do we make sense of an increasingly complex world? This discussion-based course explores the major forces shaping current events, from media and misinformation to global politics, economic trends, technology, and social change. Learn how to evaluate news sources, identify the larger trends behind the headlines, and better understand the challenges and opportunities facing America and the world.

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Urban scenes transform magically as light fades into darkness emphasizing the glow of neon lights, hard shadows, reflections, abstracts, people having fun and more. Night Street photography offers hands-on opportunities to create interesting storytelling images, working in Manual Modes with fast lenses, and experimenting with creative motion blur. Through location photo walkabouts, assignments and a projected critique, you gain new creative skills in a safe, fun and supportive environment. Not a Photoshop class

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Spring will soon be in the air with flowers blooming and birds chirping! And don’t forget Valentine’s Day! What better way to commemorate the changing of the season than with an art project. Let’s make some personalized greeting cards by using watercolor paint and ink! The subject is totally open to you, with Nathun there to help with ideas and assistance.

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Have you always wanted to try out this beautiful art form? Learn the fundamentals and be guided with step-by-step instructions. You will learn a new technique each week.

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This class is designed for self-directed artists looking for a creative environment in which to receive coaching and encouragement in developing their art. Students facing design challenges can get technique demonstrations from the instructor. Each class ends with friendly critiques. Prerequisites: Ability to come up with painting ideas. Beginning watercolor skills. This class is not designed for absolute beginners.

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Explore the unique blend of watercolor and stitching in this creative class. Learn how to paint on fabric and enhance your designs with simple embroidery techniques to create one-of-a-kind textile art. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike.

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Let’s paint some skies! Have you ever wondered how to capture certain clouds or types of weather with watercolor? Maybe you’re not satisfied with how your skies turn out?  In this two day workshop, we will discuss color, brushes, technique, and anything else that is required for painting successful skies.  We will go through as many types as we can in order to equip you with the skills you need for eye-catching skies!

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Create charming miniature watercolor paintings inspired by delicate wildflowers. Learn simple watercolor techniques for blending, layering, and adding fine details while exploring color and composition in a relaxed and creative setting.

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Use physical poses to explore the body as a means to feel inwardly, and to discover where you are strong, tight, weak, or dull. Relieve stress and prevent falls by incorporating balance, strength, and flexibility. Focus is on breathing and relaxation. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat.

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Zumba is the most fun you will ever have exercising. You will experience an hour of continuous Latin movement to rhythms such as Merengue, Salsa, Raggaeton, Cumbia, Soca, even Swing. Our instructor gives verbal as well as visual cues to ease the learning process. Also low impact versions of each move are demonstrated. Your teacher's philosophy is that there is no such thing as mistakes - only improvisations. Come join the fun and burn up to 700 calories a class.