Courses – By Type of Class
Please Note: You only need to sign up once for the weekly class. Class fees are only a single payment for the 6 month period. To register for and attend classes, participants must receive waiver services through The Arc of Anchorage’s Community Programs or have obtained prior approval.
Want to learn how to cook or sew? Learning any new life skill is a must for good development!
Knowledge is power! Join some of our knowledge based classes to learn new facts and ideas!
You might be the next great artist! Sign up to join in some creative courses, grow your talent!
Relax and unwind with friends. Come play some board games. How about a rousing session of Monopoly?
Like to sing and dance? How does bowling sound? There’s plenty to do outside with friends!
LIFE SKILLS
Advanced Cooking1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Monday
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Are you interested in food from other cultures? Prepare a meal to enjoy with your peers as you learn cooking skills to increase independence in the kitchen! Join us for
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Are you interested in food from other cultures? Prepare a meal to enjoy with your peers as you learn cooking skills to increase independence in the kitchen! Join us for our Advanced Cooking Class!
The class fee covers the cost of groceries for 6 months.
*Disclaimer: This is an advanced cooking class with basic cooking skills required.
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Time
(Monday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Cooking Basics For Beginners1:30 pm - 5:30 am Day of Event:Wednesday
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Curious about cooking? Learn basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, sanitation, and more with your peers. The class fee covers the cost of groceries for 6 months.
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Curious about cooking? Learn basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, sanitation, and more with your peers.
The class fee covers the cost of groceries for 6 months.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 am
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
LEARNING FUN
Glass Fusion For Beginners10:30 am - 12:30 pm Day of Event:Wednesday
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Glass fusing is the bonding of separate pieces of glass by high heat, administered in a kiln. It’s easy to learn the basics of glass fusing, it’s fun, and the
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Glass fusing is the bonding of separate pieces of glass by high heat, administered in a kiln. It’s easy to learn the basics of glass fusing, it’s fun, and the possibilities are endless. There is a vast range of techniques, and we are always experimenting! Students will learn the basics of glass fusing including glass cutting, designing, and insight into kiln working.
The class fee covers studio supplies and materials used for 6 months.
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Cooking Basics For Beginners1:30 pm - 5:30 am Day of Event:Wednesday
Event Details
Curious about cooking? Learn basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, sanitation, and more with your peers. The class fee covers the cost of groceries for 6 months.
Event Details
Curious about cooking? Learn basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety, sanitation, and more with your peers.
The class fee covers the cost of groceries for 6 months.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 am
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
CREATIVE ARTS
Ceramics1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Monday
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Create unique ceramic pieces as you develop skills in working with clay, glazing, designing, and decorating to make sculptures, vases, teapots, and so much more! Learn to finish ceramic artwork
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Create unique ceramic pieces as you develop skills in working with clay, glazing, designing, and decorating to make sculptures, vases, teapots, and so much more! Learn to finish ceramic artwork suitable for professional display, retail sale, or gift-giving.
The class fee covers clay, glaze, and materials used for 6 months.
*Disclaimer: Kiln is only fired when full.
Time
(Monday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Glass Fusion For Beginners10:30 am - 12:30 pm Day of Event:Wednesday
Event Details
Glass fusing is the bonding of separate pieces of glass by high heat, administered in a kiln. It’s easy to learn the basics of glass fusing, it’s fun, and the
Event Details
Glass fusing is the bonding of separate pieces of glass by high heat, administered in a kiln. It’s easy to learn the basics of glass fusing, it’s fun, and the possibilities are endless. There is a vast range of techniques, and we are always experimenting! Students will learn the basics of glass fusing including glass cutting, designing, and insight into kiln working.
The class fee covers studio supplies and materials used for 6 months.
Time
(Wednesday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Costume Design1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Thursday
Event Details
Make a fantastic costume with the help of our staff! Learn the basics of sewing to design cool t-shirts, bags, blankets, and costumes. Come with ideas in mind, and we
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Make a fantastic costume with the help of our staff! Learn the basics of sewing to design cool t-shirts, bags, blankets, and costumes. Come with ideas in mind, and we can make it happen!
The class fee covers studio supplies and materials used for 6 months.
Time
(Thursday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Beading & Jewelry Making10:30 am - 12:30 pm Day of Event:Tuesday
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Learn the fundamentals of jewelry making! Take advantage of our large bead collection to design and fashion a number of items such as necklaces, earrings, and keychains. Explore new methods
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Learn the fundamentals of jewelry making! Take advantage of our large bead collection to design and fashion a number of items such as necklaces, earrings, and keychains. Explore new methods to create accessories that everyone will love to wear.
Beginners to experienced artists are welcome!
Time
(Tuesday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Painting1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Wednesday
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Learn about different painting movements and techniques while you create beautiful artwork suitable for professional display, retail sale, or gift-giving! This class will have structured lessons that teach beginning skills,
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Learn about different painting movements and techniques while you create beautiful artwork suitable for professional display, retail sale, or gift-giving! This class will have structured lessons that teach beginning skills, like color mixing, brush selection, and canvas preparation, and intermediate skills, like composition, layering, and value.
The class fee covers studio supplies and materials used for 6 months.
Time
(Wednesday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Open Studio1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Friday
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Do you have a creative itch that just can’t be scratched? Do you want to paint or draw but can’t find time? Have you been thinking about fiber arts or
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Do you have a creative itch that just can’t be scratched? Do you want to paint or draw but can’t find time? Have you been thinking about fiber arts or sewing but need some guidance? Explore almost any medium during our group open studio time; the possibilities are endless!
The class fee covers studio supplies and materials used.
Time
(Friday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Stained Glass1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Tuesday
Event Details
Create the perfect window piece as you design, cut, grind, foil, and solder glass pieces into luminous artwork suitable for professional display, retail sale, or gift-giving. The class fee covers studio
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Create the perfect window piece as you design, cut, grind, foil, and solder glass pieces into luminous artwork suitable for professional display, retail sale, or gift-giving.
The class fee covers studio supplies and materials used for 6 months.
*Disclaimer: This is an intermediate to advanced class.
Time
(Tuesday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Print Making10:30 am - 12:30 pm Day of Event:Thursday
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Tell your story through prints! Learn printmaking techniques such as monoprint, intaglio, relief, and silkscreen to create a one-of-a-kind book filled with your artwork. The class fee covers studio supplies and
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Tell your story through prints! Learn printmaking techniques such as monoprint, intaglio, relief, and silkscreen to create a one-of-a-kind book filled with your artwork.
The class fee covers studio supplies and materials used.
Time
(Thursday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
FUN & GAMES
Karaoke & Dance1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Day of Event:Tuesday
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Put a song in your heart and some pep in your step; It’s time to sing along to your favorite tunes and dance with your peers as you explore different
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Put a song in your heart and some pep in your step; It’s time to sing along to your favorite tunes and dance with your peers as you explore different genres of music, dance, and musical expression!
Showcase your talent by performing on stage in front of an audience mid-semester.
Time
(Tuesday) 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Movie Enthusiast1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Thursday
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Do you love cinema like we do? Meet up at The Arc with your peers and vote on which movie to watch at the theater! Please bring money for snacks
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Do you love cinema like we do? Meet up at The Arc with your peers and vote on which movie to watch at the theater! Please bring money for snacks to purchase.
Movie ticket costs are included in the class fee for 6 months.
*Disclaimer: R-rated films may be chosen.
Time
(Thursday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
EXERCISE & ACTIVITIES
Monday Bowling1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Monday
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Don’t be split! Get some strikes and socialize with our afternoon bowling crew. The class fee covers weekly bowling costs and shoe rentals for 6 months. *Disclaimer: Please bring your snack,
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Don’t be split! Get some strikes and socialize with our afternoon bowling crew.
The class fee covers weekly bowling costs and shoe rentals for 6 months.
*Disclaimer: Please bring your snack, and dress for weather
Time
(Monday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Friday Bowling1:30 pm - 5:30 am Day of Event:Friday
Event Details
Don’t be split! Get some strikes and socialize with our afternoon bowling crew. The class fee covers weekly bowling costs and shoe rentals for 6 months. *Disclaimer: Please bring your snack.
Event Details
Don’t be split! Get some strikes and socialize with our afternoon bowling crew.
The class fee covers weekly bowling costs and shoe rentals for 6 months.
*Disclaimer: Please bring your snack.
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Time
(Friday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 am
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Tuesday Basketball3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Tuesday
Event Details
Start with stretching, drills, and learning the fundamental skills of basketball, such as dribbling and passing to your teammates; then compete in an action-packed game with your peers! *Disclaimer: Please wear
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Start with stretching, drills, and learning the fundamental skills of basketball, such as dribbling and passing to your teammates; then compete in an action-packed game with your peers!
*Disclaimer: Please wear appropriate gym shoes and athletic wear.
Time
(Tuesday) 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Active for Life1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Friday
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Have fun staying fit and learning team building exercises! We have gym games such as Volleyball, Tennis, Badminton, Soccer and more! *Disclaimer: Please wear appropriate gym shoes and athletic wear. Any
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Have fun staying fit and learning team building exercises! We have gym games such as Volleyball, Tennis, Badminton, Soccer and more!
*Disclaimer: Please wear appropriate gym shoes and athletic wear. Any outdoor activity will be planned in advance
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Time
(Friday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Wednesday Bowling1:30 pm - 5:30 pm Day of Event:Wednesday
Event Details
Don’t be split! Get some strikes and socialize with our afternoon bowling crew. The class fee covers weekly bowling costs and shoe rentals for 6 months. *Disclaimer: Please bring your snack.
Event Details
Don’t be split! Get some strikes and socialize with our afternoon bowling crew. The class fee covers weekly bowling costs and shoe rentals for 6 months.
*Disclaimer: Please bring your snack.
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Time
(Wednesday) 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive