Arts & Humanities

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 & Cartooning Ages 9 & Up - Summer Monthly

Davis Family YMCA
6/1/26 - 8/31/26
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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.


Monthly Sessions



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Registration 5/4/26 5/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 25.00-
Open Registration 5/11/26 8/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 25.00$ 50.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/01/26 - 06/30/26
June - Fr - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Closes
06/01/2026
07/01/26 - 07/31/26
July - Fr - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Closes
07/01/2026
08/01/26 - 08/31/26
August - Fr - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Closes
08/01/2026

Drawing - Mixed Media - Summer Monthly

Davis Family YMCA
6/1/26 - 8/31/26
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Mixed Media

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.


Monthly Sessions



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Registration 5/4/26 5/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00-
Open Registration 5/11/26 8/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00$ 80.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/01/26 - 06/30/26
June - Fr - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Closes
06/01/2026
07/01/26 - 07/31/26
July - Fr - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Closes
07/01/2026
08/01/26 - 08/31/26
August - Fr - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Closes
08/01/2026

Drawing - Pen & Ink - Summer Monthly

Davis Family YMCA
6/1/26 - 8/31/26
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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.


Monthly Sessions



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Registration 5/4/26 5/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00-
Open Registration 5/11/26 8/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00$ 80.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/01/26 - 06/30/26
June - We - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Closes
06/01/2026
07/01/26 - 07/31/26
July - We - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Closes
07/01/2026
08/01/26 - 08/31/26
August - We - 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Closes
08/01/2026

Painting - Adult - Summer Monthly

Davis Family YMCA
6/1/26 - 7/31/26
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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.


Monthly Sessions for JUNE and JULY



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Registration 5/4/26 5/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00-
Open Registration 5/11/26 7/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00$ 80.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/01/26 - 06/30/26
2 Hour Class - June - Tu - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Closes
06/01/2026
07/01/26 - 07/31/26
2 Hour Class - July - Tu - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Closes
07/01/2026

Pottery - Adult - Summer Monthly

Davis Family YMCA
6/1/26 - 8/31/26
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Adult Classes

You have permission to play in the mud! Create your own pottery using both hand-built and wheel-thrown techniques. All supplies are provided.


Hand-Build

We are offering a NEW Pottery class on Mondays with our new instructor Leah! Students will create various projects using coil, pinch, and rolled clay.


Monthly Sessions



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Registration 5/4/26 5/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 50.00-
Open Registration 5/11/26 8/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 50.00$ 100.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/01/26 - 06/30/26
Hand-Build - June - Mo - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Closes
06/01/2026
06/01/26 - 06/30/26
Thursday Class - June - Th - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Waiting List  
07/01/26 - 07/31/26
Hand-Build - July - Mo - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Closes
07/01/2026
07/01/26 - 07/31/26
Thursday Class - July - Th - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Closes
07/01/2026
08/01/26 - 08/31/26
Hand-Build - August - Mo - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Closes
08/01/2026
08/01/26 - 08/31/26
Thursday Class - August - Th - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Closes
08/01/2026

Pottery - Youth - Summer Monthly

Davis Family YMCA
6/1/26 - 8/31/26
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Youth Class

You have permission to play in the mud! Create your own pottery using both hand-built and wheel-thrown techniques. All supplies are provided.


Monthly Sessions



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Registration 5/4/26 5/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 35.00-
Open Registration 5/11/26 8/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 35.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/01/26 - 06/30/26
June - Mo - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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Closes
06/01/2026
07/01/26 - 07/31/26
July - Mo - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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Closes
07/01/2026
08/01/26 - 08/31/26
August - Mo - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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Closes
08/01/2026

Watercolor Painting - Summer Monthly

Davis Family YMCA
6/1/26 - 8/31/26
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Students will learn (or expand on previous skills) the fundamentals and techniques for creating art using watercolor paints. This class is suitable for beginners and more advanced students. A supply list is available at the Service Desk.


Monthly Sessions



Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
Member Registration 5/4/26 5/10/26 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00-
Open Registration 5/11/26 8/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 40.00$ 80.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/01/26 - 06/30/26
June - Fr - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Register  
Closes
06/01/2026
07/01/26 - 07/31/26
July - Fr - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Register  
Closes
07/01/2026
08/01/26 - 08/31/26
August - Fr - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Register  
Closes
08/01/2026