Arts & Humanities
At the Davis Family YMCA, one can explore a variety of arts and humanities classes, all of which are taught by professionals in their fields. A diverse line up of visual and performance art classes are available, rounded out by several workshops and informal clubs, and a foreign language class.
Anime Ages 9 & Up Summer 1
NEW CLASS
Geared toward students 9 and up, classes will be held on Fridays from 4-5 pm in the art studio. In addition to the ins and outs of drawing, time will be spent discussing anime origins, styles, and impact. Students are encouraged to bring their own ideas to class, as well as tablets, if they prefer to draw electronically.
Taught by drawing instructor Nick Galipo.
No class on July 4.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Registration | 5/12/25 | 5/18/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 30.00 | - |
Open Registration | 5/19/25 | 6/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 30.00 | $ 60.00 |
Late Registration | 6/2/25 | 6/23/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 65.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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06/06/25 - 07/11/25
Fr - 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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Register Closes 06/23/2025 |
Art Outside the Lines - Summer 1
NEW CLASS
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Registration | 5/12/25 | 5/18/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | - |
Open Registration | 5/19/25 | 6/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 70.00 |
Late Registration | 6/2/25 | 6/23/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 75.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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06/07/25 - 07/12/25
Sa - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Register Closes 06/29/2025 |
Drawing - Colored Pencil - Summer 1
Using a variety of styles, students will create beautiful images by layering color in pencil renderings. Some drawing skills recommended. Supply list will be available at the desk.
There is no class on Friday, July 4.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Registration | 5/12/25 | 5/18/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 42.00 | - |
Open Registration | 5/19/25 | 6/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 42.00 | $ 84.00 |
Late Registration | 6/2/25 | 6/23/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 47.00 | $ 89.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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06/06/25 - 07/11/25
Fr - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Register Closes 06/23/2025 |
Drawing - Pen & Ink - Summer 1
Students will learn the basics of drawing, including styles and techniques, perspective, and shading. Pen and ink will be incorporated into the drawing process as the class progresses. Students work at their own pace. Some drawing skills recommended. Supply list will be available at the desk.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Registration | 5/12/25 | 5/18/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 50.00 | - |
Open Registration | 5/20/25 | 6/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 50.00 | $ 100.00 |
Late Registration | 6/2/25 | 6/23/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 55.00 | $ 105.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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06/04/25 - 07/09/25
We - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Register Closes 06/23/2025 |
Painting - Adult - Summer 1
Painters with Experience
Geared toward students who have some previous painting experience. Format is a studio class, students working on their own paintings, at their own speed, with individual instruction as needed. Informal art history and constructive critiques will help further students’ knowledge of art in broader terms. A supply list is available at the Service Desk.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Registration | 5/12/25 | 5/18/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 50.00 | - |
Open Registration | 5/19/25 | 6/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 50.00 | $ 100.00 |
Late Registration | 6/2/25 | 6/23/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 55.00 | $ 105.00 |
Watercolor Painting - Summer 1
Students will learn (or expand on previous skills) the fundamentals and techniques for creating art using watercolor paints. A supply list is available at the Service Desk.
We offer two student levels for this class: Beginners and Intermediate/Advanced.
We will not hold class on July 4.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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Member Registration | 5/12/25 | 5/18/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 42.00 | - |
Open Registration | 5/19/25 | 6/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 42.00 | $ 84.00 |
Late Registration | 6/2/25 | 6/23/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 47.00 | $ 89.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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06/06/25 - 07/11/25
Fr - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Register Closes 06/23/2025 |