This fall our Y has several brand new programs to help you build spirit, mind and body. Just check out our new program guide. So many, in fact, that we thought it might make sense to put together a series of free trial classes to allow you to experience them first-hand before signing up for the session.
From October 10-22 we’re inviting members and non-members alike to give our new programs a try for free.
Current members of the Keene Family YMCA can sign up for the classes they’d like to attend through their Y app.
Don’t have a current membership? That’s ok – just give our Welcome Center a call at 603.352.6002 and they’ll sign you up.
Class sizes are limited so be sure to sign up soon!
Intro to Fencing (ages 13+)
DAYS/TIMES: Mondays October 10 & 16 and Wednesday October 12 & 19 from 6-8pm
Weekly lessons include history, terminology, form and footwork with individual hand-to-hand lessons with our experienced instructors. Maintaining a safe and individual pace is emphasized. This class is open to all fencers, regardless of experience. Equipment will be provided to use in class.
Beginner Ballet (ages 18+)
DAYS/TIMES: Tuesday, October 11 & 18 from 7:30-8:30pm and Saturday, October 15 & 22 from 12:30-1:30pm
Through simple, effective and challenging movements and positions, you will learn the foundation movements and positions that ever ballet dancer, from the beginner to the professional uses. This class will work your lower body, core and upper body simultaneously as you learn to release your inner dancer!
Art is Everything – For Youth! (ages 6-11)
DAYS/TIMES: Tuesday, October 11 & 18 from 3:15-4:15pm
Engage your child’s creative experience and discovery in our Youth art class! We’ll focus on the foundational level of drawing, painting, ceramics and more.
Homeschool Art (ages 6-11)
DAYS/TIMES: Tuesday, October 11 & 18 from 10-11am
Our Art is Everything class- for home schoolers! Engage your child’s creative experience and discovery in this youth art class. We’ll focus on the foundational level of drawing, painting, ceramics and more.
Jewelry Making for Teens (ages 12-17)
DAYS/TIMES: Tuesday, October 11 & 18 from 4:45-5:45pm
Create handmade rings, necklaces and earrings during our teen art course. This class is funded by the 2022 NH Empower Youth Program Grant.
Let’s Get Messy! (ages 2-5)
DAYS/TIMES: Wednesday, October 12 & 19 from 9:15-10am or 10:30-11:15am
This art class will investigate all of the unique ways to explore our senses and engage our minds and bodies through movement with art. Come and join us in making a mess and having fun!
Art in Action (ages 18+)
DAYS/TIMES: Thursday, October 13 & 20 from 10:30-11:30am
Move and groove into a new way of creating art! This class will incorporate forms of self-care that will active the mind, body, and spirit. Through an array of self-improvement and movement techniques, you will create your masterpiece!
Adult Paint & Talk (ages 18+)
DAYS/TIMES: Thursday, October 13 & 20 from 12-1:30pm
Join us for a relaxing “sip & paint” class in which students will have the opportunity to create in an open studio based learning experience under the guidance of an instructor. In this course you will learn the process of capturing a still life. The Y will provide coffee and tea, and students are encouraged to bring their own lunch or snack and a non-alcoholic beverage.
Crafting with Clay (ages 18+)
DAYS/TIMES: Friday, October 14 & 21 from 1-2:15pm
Explore an array of multimedia and fundamental techniques during our instructor-led art class. Beginners are welcome!