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== Kinds of classes ==
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=== BOSS Classes ===
=== BOSS Classes ===
"I want to use the <fill in the blank>." Before you can use one of the more sophisticated or dangerous tools at Maker Nexus, you need to complete a Basic Operation and Safety Standard class (BOSS Class). These classes typically last 1.5 hours; woodshop classes cover a number of different machines at once and could be 3 hours long.  Most of these classes do not require any prior knowledge or experience and you can be taken in any order you would like.
"I want to use the <fill in the blank>." Before you can use one of the more sophisticated or dangerous tools at Maker Nexus, you need to complete a Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) Class. These classes typically last 1.5 hours; woodshop classes cover a number of different machines at once and could be 3 hours long.  Most of these classes do not require any prior knowledge or experience and can be taken in any order you would like.


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'''Check-offs:''' If you really know how to use the equipment well, you can arrange for a proctor to do a check-off with you. You must have direct experience with that machine or a very close parallel.
'''Check-offs:''' If you already really know how to use the equipment well, you can arrange for a proctor to do a check-off with you. You must have direct experience with that machine or a very close parallel.
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*If approved, the manager will help you coordinate a check-off with one of our volunteer proctors.
*If approved, the manager will help you coordinate a check-off with one of our volunteer proctors.
*The proctor will conduct the check-off test and report back to the manager.
*The proctor will conduct the check-off test and report back to the manager.
*The manager will make the final decision of whether you can use the equipment now or that you need to take the BOSS class.
*The manager will make the final decision of whether you can use the equipment now or need to take the BOSS class.
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Note: If you took a BOSS class before you became a member, your profile might not be up to date in our system. Please send an email to <info@makernexus.org> to remind us of the BOSS classes you took. We will check our records and update your profile.
Note: If you took a BOSS class before you became a member, your profile might not be up to date in our system. Please send an email to <info@makernexus.org> to remind us of the BOSS classes you took. We will check our records and update your profile.


[[#BossList|Jump to list of BOSS classes]]
:[[#BossList|Jump to list of BOSS classes]]


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=== Project Classes ===
=== Project Classes ===
These classes have a specific thing that you build. Small, large, difficult, easy—each class teaches the skills and walks you through the process. At the end you will have something to take home, and you will know enough to try it again on your own.
These classes have a specific thing that you build. Small, large, difficult, easy—each class teaches the skills and walks you through the process. At the end you will have something to take home, and you will know enough to try it again on your own.


[[#ProjectList|Jump to list of project classes]]
:[[#ProjectList|Jump to list of project classes]]


=== Skill Classes ===
=== Skill Classes ===
All of our classes help you grow your skills, but these classes are specifically designed to increase your skill in a certain area. There isn't necessarily something to take home except the knowledge that you can now do something better.
All of our classes help you grow your skills, but these classes are specifically designed to increase your skill in a certain area. There isn't necessarily something to take home except the knowledge that you can now do something better.


[[#SkillList|Jump to list of skill classes]]
:[[#SkillList|Jump to list of skill classes]]


=== Youth Programs ===
=== Youth Programs ===
Day camps, week-long camps, after-school programs. All aimed at keeping your child engaging in hands-on making activities with a STEM focus.
Day camps, week-long camps, after-school programs. All aimed at keeping your child engaging in hands-on making activities with a STEM focus.


[[#YouthList|Jump to list of youth programs]]
:[[#YouthList|Jump to list of youth programs]]


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== Class schedule ==
== Class schedule ==
Our list of currently-scheduled classes is [https://www.makernexus.com/cnew-page here]. You can get to it by clicking  "Education" below the title box on the [https://www.makernexus.com Maker Nexus web page] and selecting "Classes & Workshops" from the drop-down menu. This list groups sessions by class name, so that you can see all scheduled dates for any class together.
Our list of currently-scheduled classes is [https://www.makernexus.com/cnew-page here]. You can also get to it by clicking  "Education" below the title box on the [https://www.makernexus.com Maker Nexus web page] and selecting "Classes & Workshops" from the drop-down menu. This list groups sessions by class name, so that you can see all scheduled dates for any class together.


You can find a calendar of classes and other Maker Nexus events, sorted by date, [https://www.makernexus.com/calendarmonthview here]. The calendar comes up in a "month view" with columns for each day of the week; clicking the "Agenda" tab will give you a view with each event on a separate full-width line.
You can find a calendar of classes and other Maker Nexus events, sorted by date, [https://www.makernexus.com/calendarmonthview here]. You can also get to this calendar by clicking "Class Calendar" on the right hand side of the title box near the top of the [https://www.makernexus.com Maker Nexus web page]. The calendar comes up in a "month view" with columns for each day of the week; clicking the "Agenda" tab will give you a view with each event on a separate full-width line.


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== Requesting Classes ==
== Requesting Classes ==
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If there are no scheduled sessions of a class currently available, or none at times that fit your schedule, you can request one. We recommend that members make class requests by posting to the #class-requests Slack channel, which has the advantage that other members interested in the class may see your request and make their interest known, allowing the education team to schedule a session at a time that works for everyone. You can also make class requests by email to <training@makernexus.org>.
If there are no scheduled sessions of a class currently available, or none at times that fit your schedule, you can request one. We recommend that members make class requests by posting to the #class-requests Slack channel, which has the advantage that other members interested in the class may see your request and make their interest known, allowing the education team to schedule a session at a time that works for everyone. You can also make class requests by email to <training@makernexus.org>.


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== Registering for Classes ==
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'''Not just for kids'''
'''Not just for kids'''&nbsp;&nbsp;Activity Hero was originally designed as a platform for organizations offering classes and camps for kids, and some of the wording on their site reflects that. Don't be misled! While Maker Nexus offers a variety of programs especially for young makers, most of our classes are primarily designed for adults. Some of those are also accessible to kids; other are restricted, for safety and insurance purposes, to persons aged 16 and over. See individual class descriptions on Activity Hero for any minimum or maximum age restrictions.
Activity Hero was originally designed as a platform for organizations offering classes and camps for kids, and some of the wording on their site reflects that. Don't be misled! While Maker Nexus offers a variety of programs especially for young makers, most of our classes are primarily designed for adults. Some of those are also accessible to kids; other are restricted, for safety and insurance purposes, to persons aged 16 and over. See the class descriptions on Activity Hero for any minimum or maximum age restrictions.
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== Cancellation Policy ==
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You can find handouts for many of our classes within the [https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1PJwzeOWW9RSIePfTL557wDGblx0QB8yc Education folder] on the MN Members Google Drive. Be aware, however, that some documents you find there may be in early stages of development.
You can find handouts for many of our classes within the [https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1PJwzeOWW9RSIePfTL557wDGblx0QB8yc Education folder] on the MN Members Google Drive. Be aware, however, that some documents you find there may be in early stages of development.


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==<span id="BossList"></span> List of BOSS Classes ==
==<span id="BossList"></span> List of BOSS Classes ==
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/woodshop-boss-drum-sander BOSS Woodshop: Drum Sander]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/woodshop-boss-drum-sander BOSS Woodshop: Drum Sander]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-woodshop-dovetail-jig BOSS Woodshop: Dovetail Jig]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-woodshop-dovetail-jig BOSS Woodshop: Dovetail Jig]
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=== Metal Shop ===
=== Metal Shop ===
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-metalworking-metal-lathe BOSS Metalworking: Metal Lathe]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-metalworking-metal-lathe BOSS Metalworking: Metal Lathe]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-bridgeport-mill BOSS Bridgeport Mill]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-bridgeport-mill BOSS Bridgeport Mill]
=== Laser Cutters ===
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-laser-cutter-helix-epilog-45w BOSS: 45W Laser Cutter, Epilog Helix]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-laser-cutter-helix-epilog-45w BOSS: 45W Laser Cutter, Epilog Helix]
=== Laser Cutters ===
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-laser-cutter-bosslaser-ls2440-operation BOSS 100W Laser Cutter, BossLaser LS2440]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-laser-cutter-bosslaser-ls2440-operation BOSS 100W Laser Cutter, BossLaser LS2440]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-boss-laser-rotary-attachment-class BOSS Laser Rotary Attachment]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-boss-laser-rotary-attachment-class BOSS Laser Rotary Attachment]
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=== Textiles/Vinyl ===
=== Textiles/Vinyl ===
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-class-walking-foot-industrial-sewing-machine BOSS Walking Foot Industrial Sewing Machine]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-class-walking-foot-industrial-sewing-machine BOSS Walking Foot Industrial Sewing Machine]
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-glass-bead-making-lampworking BOSS: Glass Bead Making & Lampworking]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boss-glass-bead-making-lampworking BOSS: Glass Bead Making & Lampworking]


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==<span id="ProjectList"></span> List of Project Classes ==
==<span id="ProjectList"></span> List of Project Classes ==
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/workshop-latex-garment-construction Workshop: Latex Garment Construction]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/workshop-latex-garment-construction Workshop: Latex Garment Construction]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/workshop-laser-cut-picture-puzzle Workshop: Laser Cut Picture Puzzle]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/workshop-laser-cut-picture-puzzle Workshop: Laser Cut Picture Puzzle]
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/valentine-s-workshop-create-a-puzzle-card Valentine's Workshop: Create a Puzzle Card]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/valentine-s-workshop-create-a-puzzle-card Valentine's Workshop: Create a Puzzle Card]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/make-a-silver-kitty-ring Make a Silver Kitty Ring -Silver Solder Workshop]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/make-a-silver-kitty-ring Make a Silver Kitty Ring -Silver Solder Workshop]
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/intro-to-leather-workshop-make-a-small-purse Intro to Leather Workshop: Make a Small Purse]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/intro-to-leather-workshop-make-a-small-purse Intro to Leather Workshop: Make a Small Purse]


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== <span id="SkillList"></span>List of Skill Classes ==
== <span id="SkillList"></span>List of Skill Classes ==
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/cad-design-autodesk-fusion-360 CAD DESIGN - AUTODESK FUSION 360: Make a toolbox]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/cad-design-autodesk-fusion-360 CAD DESIGN - AUTODESK FUSION 360: Make a toolbox]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/workshop-intro-to-fusion360-3d-design Workshop: Intro to Fusion 360 3D Design]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/workshop-intro-to-fusion360-3d-design Workshop: Intro to Fusion 360 3D Design]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/copy-workshop-intro-to-fusion-360-3d-design Workshop: Intermediate Fusion 360 3D Design]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/workshop-adobe-illustrator-for-cnc-laser-cutters Workshop: Adobe Illustrator for CNC Laser Cutters]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/workshop-adobe-illustrator-for-cnc-laser-cutters Workshop: Adobe Illustrator for CNC Laser Cutters]


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==<span id="YouthList"></span> List of Youth Programs ==
==<span id="YouthList"></span> List of Youth Programs ==
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/arduino-basics-electronics-coding Arduino Basics: Electronics & Coding]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/arduino-basics-electronics-coding Arduino Basics: Electronics & Coding]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/arduino-camp Arduino Camp]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/arduino-camp Arduino Camp]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/camp-build-a-clock-soldering-intro Camp: Build-A-Clock (Soldering Intro)]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/interactive-paper-circuits Day Camp: Interactive Paper Circuits]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/interactive-paper-circuits Day Camp: Interactive Paper Circuits]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/day-camp-crazy-amps Day Camp: Make Your Own Speaker + Crazy AMPs]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/day-camp-crazy-amps Day Camp: Make Your Own Speaker + Crazy AMPs]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/microsmithing CAMP: MicroSmithing]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/microsmithing CAMP: MicroSmithing]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/design-prototype-fabricate Design & Prototype: Board game]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/design-prototype-fabricate Design & Prototype: Board game]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/camp-gaming-adventure-rpg-and-mtg Camp: Gaming Adventure (RPG and MTG)]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/day-camp-air-rockets-madness Day Camp: Air Rocket Madness]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/day-camp-air-rockets-madness Day Camp: Air Rocket Madness]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/camp-beginning-woodworking Camp: Beginning Woodworking]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/camp-beginning-woodworking Camp: Beginning Woodworking]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/summer-camp-jr-woodworking Woodworking Camp]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/summer-camp-jr-woodworking Woodworking Camp]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/copy-camp-resin-wood-lathe-creations CAMP: Resin-Wood Jewelry Making]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/copy-camp-resin-wood-lathe-creations CAMP: Resin-Wood Jewelry Making]
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/day-camp-design-and-fabricate-a-marble-run Day Camp: Design and Fabricate a Marble Run]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/day-camp-design-and-fabricate-a-marble-run Day Camp: Design and Fabricate a Marble Run]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/diy-ugly-monster-sewing-sticker-making Day Camp: DIY Ugly Monster Sewing & Sticker Making]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/diy-ugly-monster-sewing-sticker-making Day Camp: DIY Ugly Monster Sewing & Sticker Making]
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*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boy-scouts-merit-badge-composite-materials BOY SCOUTS MERIT BADGE COMPOSITE MATERIALS]
*[https://www.activityhero.com/biz/maker-nexus/boy-scouts-merit-badge-composite-materials BOY SCOUTS MERIT BADGE COMPOSITE MATERIALS]


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Revision as of 01:59, 5 March 2022

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Kinds of classes

At Maker Nexus, an important part of our mission is not just to provide access to equipment but to teach people to use it safely and effectively. Our motto: "We Grow Makers." In keeping with that goal, we offer various kinds of classes on various kind of equipment to students various ages and experience levels.

BOSS Classes

"I want to use the <fill in the blank>." Before you can use one of the more sophisticated or dangerous tools at Maker Nexus, you need to complete a Basic Operation and Safety Standard (BOSS) Class. These classes typically last 1.5 hours; woodshop classes cover a number of different machines at once and could be 3 hours long. Most of these classes do not require any prior knowledge or experience and can be taken in any order you would like.

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Check-offs: If you already really know how to use the equipment well, you can arrange for a proctor to do a check-off with you. You must have direct experience with that machine or a very close parallel.

Check-off procedure:

  • Send a Slack direct message to any manager (currently: Eric Hess, Sarah Kramer, or Rusty Hopewell) with the most relevant experience you have on this equipment.
  • One of the managers will approve your request for a check-off, or let you know that you need to take the BOSS class.
  • If approved, the manager will help you coordinate a check-off with one of our volunteer proctors.
  • The proctor will conduct the check-off test and report back to the manager.
  • The manager will make the final decision of whether you can use the equipment now or need to take the BOSS class.

Note: If you took a BOSS class before you became a member, your profile might not be up to date in our system. Please send an email to <info@makernexus.org> to remind us of the BOSS classes you took. We will check our records and update your profile.

Jump to list of BOSS classes

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Project Classes

These classes have a specific thing that you build. Small, large, difficult, easy—each class teaches the skills and walks you through the process. At the end you will have something to take home, and you will know enough to try it again on your own.

Jump to list of project classes

Skill Classes

All of our classes help you grow your skills, but these classes are specifically designed to increase your skill in a certain area. There isn't necessarily something to take home except the knowledge that you can now do something better.

Jump to list of skill classes

Youth Programs

Day camps, week-long camps, after-school programs. All aimed at keeping your child engaging in hands-on making activities with a STEM focus.

Jump to list of youth programs

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Class schedule

Our list of currently-scheduled classes is here. You can also get to it by clicking "Education" below the title box on the Maker Nexus web page and selecting "Classes & Workshops" from the drop-down menu. This list groups sessions by class name, so that you can see all scheduled dates for any class together.

You can find a calendar of classes and other Maker Nexus events, sorted by date, here. You can also get to this calendar by clicking "Class Calendar" on the right hand side of the title box near the top of the Maker Nexus web page. The calendar comes up in a "month view" with columns for each day of the week; clicking the "Agenda" tab will give you a view with each event on a separate full-width line.

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Requesting Classes

If there are no scheduled sessions of a class currently available, or none at times that fit your schedule, you can request one. We recommend that members make class requests by posting to the #class-requests Slack channel, which has the advantage that other members interested in the class may see your request and make their interest known, allowing the education team to schedule a session at a time that works for everyone. You can also make class requests by email to <training@makernexus.org>.

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Registering for Classes

We use Activity Hero for class registrations. Class listings in either of the calendars described above include links to registration forms. To register, you will need to have an Activity Hero account, which you can create for yourself via the Activity Hero website.

Not just for kids  Activity Hero was originally designed as a platform for organizations offering classes and camps for kids, and some of the wording on their site reflects that. Don't be misled! While Maker Nexus offers a variety of programs especially for young makers, most of our classes are primarily designed for adults. Some of those are also accessible to kids; other are restricted, for safety and insurance purposes, to persons aged 16 and over. See individual class descriptions on Activity Hero for any minimum or maximum age restrictions.

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellations and changes of class reservations are subject to our Class/Workshop/Event Cancellation and Change Policy. The policy also covers classes cancellations and changes by Maker Nexus.

Suggestions for Classes

Our education program is under continual development. If you have an idea for a class we could offer, you can tell us about it by sending email to <training@makernexus.org> or by posting to the #classideas Slack channel.

Class Notes

You can find handouts for many of our classes within the Education folder on the MN Members Google Drive. Be aware, however, that some documents you find there may be in early stages of development.

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List of BOSS Classes

Our BOSS class offerings will change as we bring new equipment online, and occasionally as we retire equipment. We aim always to offer BOSS classes for tools that we make available to members and that require training to operate safely.

Wood Shop

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Metal Shop

Laser Cutters

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Textiles/Vinyl

Glass/Jewelry

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List of Project Classes

Our project class offerings may vary over time depending on demand and instructor availability. The following examples are representative of project classes we have offered.

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List of Skill Classes

Our project class offerings may vary over time depending on demand and instructor availability. The following examples are representative of skill classes we have offered.

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List of Youth Programs

Our youth program offerings may vary over time depending on demand and instructor availability. The following examples are representative of youth programs we have offered.

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