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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.
Drawing - Mixed Media - Fall Monthly
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 | Member | Non-Member | |
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| Member Registration | 8/1/26 | 8/7/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/8/26 | 11/22/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 80.00 |
Drawing - Pen & Ink - Fall Monthly
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 | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/1/26 | 8/7/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/8/26 | 11/22/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 80.00 |
Painting - Adult - Fall Monthly
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 | 8/1/26 | 8/7/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/8/26 | 11/30/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 80.00 |
Available Sessions
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09/01/26 - 09/30/26
2 Hour Class - September - Tu - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Registration Closed on 09/01/2026 |
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09/01/26 - 09/30/26
90 min Class - September - Th - 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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$35 - $70 |
Registration Closed on 09/01/2026 |
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10/01/26 - 10/31/26
2 Hour Class - October - Tu - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Register Closes 10/01/2026 |
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10/01/26 - 10/31/26
90 min Class - October - Th - 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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$35 - $70 |
Register Closes 10/01/2026 |
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11/01/26 - 11/22/26
2 Hour Class - November - Tu - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Register Closes 11/01/2026 |
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11/01/26 - 11/22/26
90 min Class - November - Th - 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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$35 - $70 |
Register Closes 11/01/2026 |
Pottery - Adult - Fall Monthly
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 | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/1/26 | 8/7/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 60.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/8/26 | 11/22/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 60.00 | $ 120.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
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09/01/26 - 09/30/26
Hand-Build - September - Mo - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Registration Closed on 09/01/2026 |
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09/01/26 - 09/30/26
Thursday Class - September - Th - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Registration Closed on 09/01/2026 |
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10/01/26 - 10/31/26
Hand-Build - October - Mo - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 10/01/2026 |
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10/01/26 - 10/31/26
Thursday Class - October - Th - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Register Closes 10/01/2026 |
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11/01/26 - 11/22/26
Hand-Build - November - Mo - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 11/01/2026 |
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11/01/26 - 11/22/26
Thursday Class - November - Th - 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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Register Closes 11/01/2026 |
Watercolor Painting - Fall Monthly
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.
Monthly Sessions
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| Member Registration | 8/1/26 | 8/7/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/8/26 | 11/22/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 80.00 |
Available Sessions
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09/01/26 - 09/30/26
Sep - Beginner - Fr - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Registration Closed on 09/01/2026 |
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09/01/26 - 09/30/26
Sep-Intermediate/Advanced - Fr - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Registration Closed on 09/01/2026 |
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10/01/26 - 10/31/26
Oct - Beginner - Fr - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 10/01/2026 |
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10/01/26 - 10/31/26
Oct-Intermediate/Advanced - Fr - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Register Closes 10/01/2026 |
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11/01/26 - 11/22/26
Nov - Beginner - Fr - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Register Closes 11/01/2026 |
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11/01/26 - 11/22/26
Nov-Intermediate/Advanced - Fr - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Register Closes 11/01/2026 |
Youth Art Ages 5-8 - Fall Monthly
Ages 5-8
Students will be introduced to a variety of art and technique styles using paints, markers, graphite, collage, and more.
Monthly Sessions
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| Member Registration | 8/1/26 | 8/7/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/8/26 | 11/30/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 50.00 |
Youth Art Ages 9-14 - Fall Monthly
Ages 9-14
Students will be introduced to a variety of art and technique styles using paints, markers, graphite, collage, and more.
Monthly Sessions
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member Registration | 8/1/26 | 8/7/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 8/8/26 | 11/30/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 50.00 |