Classes and Workshops


Fall Registration is Open

*We are currently experiencing a large volume of registrations. Please wait for SCAC staff to call you for payment before calling the center. You will be called in the order payment was received*

Fall Classes Begin In October
View the full class catalog below. 
Register Here.

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Getting Here: All classes take place at the Savannah Cultural Arts Center at 201 Montgomery St. Limited (paid) street parking is available near the SCAC. The closest parking garages are Liberty Parking Garage on Liberty and Montgomery and Robinson Parking Garage on Montgomery St. across from Chatham County Courthouse. 
There is an accessible drop-off area on Montgomery St, and one accessible parking space next to the building on Turner Blvd. Additional parking on Turner Blvd. may be available upon request. Additional accessible parking spaces are in City parking lots and garages.

Registration notes: due to the manual nature of our registration process, waitlisted classes may not be accurately reflected at the time of registration submission. A member of our customer service staff will contact you after receiving your registration form for payment and to confirm your spot. In the case of our most popular classes with many registrants, we will move to the next registration if we have not heard back in 24 hours time.

Pricing: Resident pricing is available for residents who have an address within the City of Savannah corporate limits. Reduced pricing is available for qualifying City of Savannah residents. Documentation required. View the application form here.

Accessibility: Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you have an accommodation request, please let us know when you register by completing the section on your registration form, via email at scac@savannahga.gov, or by phone 912-651-6783. Although we will do our very best, due to our resources we cannot guarantee that we can meet every accommodation.

Full Supply List

This link will go live September 25 at noon: Register for Classes and Workshops

Adult Performing Arts

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Dance Classes



Dance Class Drop In Pack
8-Week Pack for Drop In Dance
 $80
 $60 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
Try out all of our adult dance classes or switch between your favorites as your schedule allows with the dance class pack! The class pack is good for all adult dance drop-in classes (drop-in rate is $10 per class when purchased as a single). Pay upfront and drop in easy for the whole session!
 
 This card is valid for the Fall 2 2023 session of classes AND dance workshops. (Expires 12/15/23)
 Dance classes:, Shimmy Chic, Heels Dance, Hip Hop, and the Adult Ballet classes!
Shimmy Chic - Belly Dance
Kitt Dobry
Mondays 7:15-8:15pm
Ages 16+

10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13

$40
$40 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
$10 - Drop in Rate

This class balances authentic bellydance movements and fitness set to modern music that ranges from Turkish pop, Arabic pop, and some American/South American songs (think Shakira). Perfect for beginners and experienced dancers to have fun!  

Attire: Comfortable athletic wear. Students should be barefoot or wear ballet slippers or jazz sneakers. No pants that drag the floor. Water bottle recommended.  
Heels Dance
Kristin Mueller


Tuesdays 6:45-8:00pm
Adult (Ages 18+)

10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14

$50
$35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
$10 - Drop-in Rate

Strut your stuff and learn how to move while dancing in heels! This class will build confidence through fun warmups, across the floor drills, and choreography. This is a beginner friendly class, break up your normal routine and join us!


Class attire: Wear comfortable clothing that makes you feel confident. Thick, chunky heels with a shorter height are recommended for beginners. There will be heel protectors provided in class for taller, thinner heels.

Intro to Adult Ballet
Kristin Mueller

Wednesdays 12:30-1:45pm
Adult (16+)

10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15

$50
$35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
$10 - Drop in Rate

No experience needed for exploring this beautiful and disciplined form of dance. Focusing on body alignment, turnout, and balance through detailed barre warmup, center work, and building the basics of ballet movements to move across the floor will come together to find the peace and solitude that a ballet classroom setting transports you to.

Attire: Comfortable clothing shoes you can move in  

Hip Hop for Adults
Darryl Davis
Wednesdays 7:15-8:15pm
Adult (18+)

10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15 

$30
$45 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
$10 - Drop in Rate
Students will focus on street jazz which is the whole focus of body movement through levels and interchanges of rhythm and musicality. The class will have a blend of styles which will have animation, tutt, isolation, old and new styles which will include up-to-date dance movements. These will challenge the class physically and mentally while building endurance

Attire: Comfortable clothing and shoes you can move in  

Advanced Beginning Adult Ballet
Kristin Mueller
Thursdays 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 

Adult (18+)

10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16

$50
$35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
$10 - Drop in Rate
Let’s take our introductory ballet skills to the next level. We will go beyond the basics and start incorporating jumps, turns, and leaps into our class. Previous experience is needed to grasp concepts of movement, technique, and skill performed in this ballet class. A full barre warmup, center work, across the floor, and combinations will challenge you and make your love of ballet bloom! 
Basic Beginning Ballet
Kristin Mueller

Wednesdays 11:00am-12:00pm
Adult (18+)

10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15

$50
$35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
$10 - Drop in Rate

Have you always wanted to take ballet but find it overwhelming and confusing? This class will introduce students to ballet in small, easily comprehended components so that steps and terminology can be more easily understood and retained. Taught at a relaxed pace, this class may be especially helpful for students who have difficulty adjusting to traditionally paced dance classes.

Class attire: Wear comfortable clothing, dance attire, and shoes that you can move in

Music

Brazilian Percussion
Andrew Hartzell
Wednesdays 7:00-9:00pm
Ages 18+

10/18, No class 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15

$35
$25 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

This eight class series will focus on the rhythmic roots, instruments and playing techniques for Samba Afro, particularly the style performed by the Bloco Afro Ilê Aiyê from Salvador Bahia. Students will learn how to play the various instruments and also experience playing an arrangement as an ensemble. 

Traditional instruments will be provided for the classes, but if you play Djembe or Congas bring your drums to class, this style of Samba is great for those instruments! 

As always, drop ins are welcome, but to fully appreciate and gain the most from this class, we recommend that students try to attend all eight classes.

Adult Visual Arts

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All Fall Visual Arts Classes are invited to exhibit their work in the year-end student/faculty art showcase!




Adult 2D and Mixed Media Art
Discovering Your Artistic Style 
Cindy Male

Mondays 10:00am-12:30pm
(5 sessions)
10/16, 10/23, 10/30,  11/6, 11/13 

Adult (17+)
$86
$62.50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate


Studying abstract, symbolic, and representational art styles offers different approaches to image making and opens up opportunities for curiosity and success. This class explores the many ways to create art, beginning with movement, sound, and writing, followed by exploration of self-expression through a variety of media. Students will select among Abstract, Representational, and Symbolic styles to create two studies and one completed work.

Students should bring to the first class an image of an artwork which moves them and an object that can illicit aggravation, inspiration, joy, sadness, or some other emotional quality. There is a short Yoga practice during the first session, mats are available, but students may wish to bring their own mat and water. 

Supplies not included, see the class supplies list for more information.

You do not need supplies until the second week, the instructor will go over all materials the first night of class. If you already own some supplies, you can bring them to the first class (before replacing them with items from the list) and show them to the instructor.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.

Drawing Beyond the Basics 
Christina Taylor
Mondays, 6:30-9:00pm
(5 sessions)
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 

Adult(17+)
$86
$62.50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Take your Foundation of Drawing skills further by building a strong understanding of composition, planning and execution. Projects will focus on still-life and portraiture as well as reinforcing the perception of edges, relationships, spaces, and lights and shadows. Students should have already taken Foundations of Drawing or a similar introductory class.

Students will have the opportunity to exhibit their work in the year-end student/faculty art showcase.

Supplies not included, see the class supplies list for more information.

You do not need supplies until the second week, the instructor will go over all materials the first night of class. If you already own some supplies, you can bring them to the first class (before replacing them with items from the list) and show them to the instructor.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.


Watercolor Exploration: Painting Places 
Billie Stultz
Tuesdays 6:30pm-9:00pm
Adult (17+)

10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 
(5 sessions)

$86
$62.50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

In this class, we will explore the medium of watercolor through the subject of landscape. We will learn/revisit foundational drawing and perspective techniques, and we will use them in a variety of scenes depicting the natural and urban world. Through the 5 weeks of this course, you will have the opportunity to create a minimum of 3 paintings using the skills and techniques you have honed.  You will also have the opportunity to exhibit their work in the year-end student/faculty art showcase.

Great for all skill levels beginner to advanced. 

Supplies not included, see the class supplies list for more information.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.

Large Format Painting with Pastels 
Rebecca Marcussen
Wednesdays 7:00-9:00pm
Adult (17+)

10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15
 (5 sessions)

$86
$62.50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

This class will focus on painting a large-format work in soft pastels. We will explore various methods and materials by painting a subject that lends itself to the various techniques. Returning students will learn new underpainting techniques and texturing skills.  Students will complete a large format pastel work on a paper of their choice and have the opportunity to exhibit their work in the year-end student/faculty art showcase. 

There will be photo materials available but working from your own sources is encouraged.  

The instructor has pastels and pastel pencils to use. If you want to buy your own pastels, please wait until after the first class. Please bring any that you already have but, PLEASE NO OIL PASTELS, they do not mix.  Other supplies are not included, see the class supplies list for more information. If you already own some supplies (in addition to pastels), you can bring them to the first class (before replacing them with items from the list); the instructor will go over them with you.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.

Foundations of Acrylic Painting 
Darina Kockova
Wednesdays 6:30-9:00pm
Adult (17+)

10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15 
(5 sessions)

$86
$62.50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Explore the creative and fun world of acrylic painting! Designed for beginners or anyone looking to improve their skills, this class will guide you through many techniques of this user-friendly medium. The class will cover basic materials, the properties of acrylics, color theory, composition, glazes, and more. 

Students will complete one portrait based on a photograph of their choice (bring your own photo to class).  Additionally, students will have the opportunity to exhibit their work in the year-end student/faculty art showcase. 

Supplies are not included, see the class supplies list for more information. If you already own some supplies, you can bring them to the first class (before replacing them with items from the list); the instructor will go over them with you.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.

Watercolor Exploration: Painting Subjects  
Billie Stultz
Thursdays 6:30-9:00pm
Adult (17+)

10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16
(5 sessions)

$86
$62.50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

In this class, we will explore the medium of watercolor through the subject of everyday objects. We will learn/revisit foundational drawing, composition, and color techniques, and we will use them in a variety of scenes we construct using items that are simple everyday things or even sentimental subjects that hold deeper personal meaning.

Through the 5 weeks of this course, you will have the opportunity to create a minimum of 3 paintings using the skills and techniques you have honed. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to exhibit their work in the year-end student/faculty art showcase.

Great for all skill levels beginner to advanced.

Supplies are not included, see the class supplies list for more information. 

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.


Acrylics Beyond the Basics  
Ray Hummel
Fridays 10:00am-12:30pm
Adult (17+)

10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3 
(4 sessions)

$86
$62.50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Expanding on the “Acrylic Painting: Foundations” class, “Beyond the Basics” delves further into image-making and the potentialities of acrylic paint. A variety of techniques, subjects, and approaches will give students the confidence to find their own painterly voice. Students will learn how to plan a painting from start to finish, explore different types of paint applications, and much more. Students interested in this class aren’t required to take “Foundations” first, but are expected to have a basic knowledge of drawing and some painting experience. 

Supplies not included, see the class supplies list for more information.

If you already own some supplies, you can bring them to the first class (before replacing them with items from the list) and show them to the instructor.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.


Ceramics

Ceramics students are welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. Ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Open studio hours are Wednesdays and Fridays 12:00-3:00pm and Saturdays 12:00-2:00pm.

Hand Building
Friday: 
Cameron Frost

Tuesday and Wednesday: Rebecca Ball
Tuesdays 6:30-9:00pm
Ages 17+

10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12
 (8 sessions) 
$125
$100 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Wednesdays 9:30am-12:00pm
10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13 
(8 sessions) 
$125
$100 - City of Savannah Resident Rate


Fridays 9:30am-12:00pm
10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/17, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15 (7 sessions)

$110
$87.50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Explore the creative and fun world of clay hand building. Each week will cover a different hand construction technique, glazing, and problem-solving in clay. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. 

Please wear closed shoes and clothing that can get clay on them. Clay and glaze are included; students are now required to supply their own tools; tools will not be available for student use.   Students should purchase the 8-piece Kemper Pottery Tool Kit, available at Blick Art Materials (item #30325-1009) and Amazon.

Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.


Introduction to the Potter’s Wheel 
Cameron Frost
Wednesdays 6:00-8:30pm
*Waitlist*  
Adult (17+)
10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13
 (8 sessions)

$125
$100 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

This course will teach the fundamental techniques of using the potter’s wheel. We will cover throwing, trimming, and glazing techniques and by the end of the class you will be able to use the wheel to create pots and other thrown pieces. This course is appropriate only for students with little or no prior experience.

Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces.

Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear closed shoes and clothing that can get clay on them. Clay and glaze are included; students are now required to supply their own tools; tools will not be available for student use.  Students should purchase the 8-piece Kemper Pottery Tool Kit, available at Blick Art Materials (item #30325-1009) and Amazon.

Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. A potter’s wheel for wheelchair users is available; if you need this or any other type of accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.



Ceramics: Wheel Beyond the Basics 
Cameron Frost
Thursday 6:00-8:30pm
*Waitlist*  
Adult (17+)

10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30,12/7, 12/14
(8 sessions) 

$125
$100 - City of Savannah Resident Rate


Go beyond the basics! Over the course of eight weeks, participants develop their throwing skills, explore experimentation with shapes, glazes and sculptural additions. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces.

Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. Clay and glaze are included; students are now required to supply their own tools; tools will not be available for student use.  Students should purchase the 8-piece Kemper Pottery Tool Kit, available at Blick Art Materials (item #30325-1009) and Amazon.

This class is designed for students who have gained an understanding of the basics of throwing and centering before taking this class. Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. A potter’s wheel for wheelchair users is available; if you need this or any other type of accommodation, please let us know two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.


Introduction to Ceramics
Cameron Frost
Saturday 9:30am-12:00pm 
*Waitlist*  
Adult (17+)

10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 (7 sessions)  

$87.50
$110 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Have you always wanted to explore the world of ceramics, but didn’t know where to start? This course will give you an overview of techniques in hand construction and on the wheel, glazing, firing, and decorating.  Learn to make both functional and sculptural pieces in a relaxed, fun atmosphere.

Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces.

Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear closed shoes and clothing that can get clay on them. Clay and glaze are included; students are now required to supply their own tools; tools will not be available for student use.  Students should purchase the 8-piece Kemper Pottery Tool Kit, available at Blick Art Materials (item #30325-1009) and Amazon.

Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. A potter’s wheel for wheelchair users is available; if you need this or any other type of accommodation, please let us know two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.


Ceramics Open Studio 
Cameron Frost
Wednesdays & Fridays 12:00-3:00pm (Fri-7 sessions only)Saturdays 12:00-2:00pm (Sat-7 sessions only)

10/18, 10/20, 10/21, 10/25, 10/27, 10/28, 11/1, 11/3, 11/4, 11/8, 11/11, 11/15, 11/17, 11/18, 11/29, 12/1, 12/2, 12/6, 12/8, 12/9, 12/13, 12/15

$0, must be registered in a ceramics class


Open to all students in current ceramics classes, open studio is a time for individual, guided work outside of the class setting. Sessions are free, but capacity limits are in place, please sign in at the front desk. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them.

Students 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult during open studio.

There is no Open Studio on November 10, during Thanksgiving Week (11/20-11/25) or the last Saturday of term (12/16).

Metals & Jewelry

Metals & Jewelry students are welcome to attend Jewelry Open Studio, which is included in the registration fee. Open studio is Thursdays 2:30-5:30pm.

Foundations of Jewelry/Metalsmithing 
Christina Taylor
Tuesdays 10:00am-12:30pm 
*Waitlist*  
Adult (17+)

10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12
 (8 sessions) 

$150
$125 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Create wearable pieces of art while building a foundation working with metals (copper, brass, and silver). Covering both cold and hot connections (torch!), forming, and fabrication, you’ll gain an understanding of all our metals studio has to offer. This class is suitable for the absolute beginner, and each project will have suitable variations to engage any level. Students will have the opportunity to exhibit their work in the year-end student/faculty art showcase. 

Copper, Brass, equipment, and tools are provided for all class projects. If you would like to work in silver, you can purchase materials from sources like Rio Grande.com or Ex Libris on MLK.  Participants are welcome to attend Jewelry Open Studio, included with registration.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.

Fused Glass Art 
Pam Reynolds
Wednesdays 10:00am-12:00pm
Adult (17+)

10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13 
(8 sessions) 

$120
$100 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Create beautiful fused-glass art pieces in this hands-on class. You’ll learn the basics of fusing, slumping, and how to properly cut glass, and become familiar with terms and techniques while creating glass art and objects like coasters and small plates.   

All materials supplied. Students are required to wear closed shoes to class.

Jewelry Open Studio
Christina Taylor
Thursdays 11:00am - 2:00pm
10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14 (8 sessions) 

$0, must be registered in a metals or jewelry class
Open to all students in current jewelry classes, open studio is a time for individual, guided work outside of the class setting. Sessions are free, but capacity limits are in place, please sign in at the front desk.
Jewelry/Metalsmithing Beyond the Basics
Christina Taylor 
Thursdays 6:30pm-9:00pm
*Waitlist*  
10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14 (8 sessions) 

$150
$125 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Take your metalsmithing skills to the next level! This class will cover techniques that go beyond simple fabrication. Learn to solder multi-operational designs together by adding ring shanks to settings and hidden bails and pinbacks to pieces. New projects for this session include wax carving and simple salt and sandcasting techniques. 

Students will have the opportunity to exhibit their work in the year-end student/faculty art showcase at the SCAC. 

Copper, brass, equipment, and tools are provided for all class projects. If you would like to work in silver, you can purchase materials from sources like Rio Grande or Ex Libris on MLK. 

It is recommended that students purchase The Complete Metalsmith by Tim McCreight

Students registering for this class should have completed a beginning jewelry class that taught soldering techniques using an acetylene or oxy/propane torch. If you do not have experience soldering, please register for our Foundations of Jewelry & Metalsmithing class. 

Participants are welcome to attend Jewelry Open Studio, which is included in the registration fee.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests made after this time may not be accommodated.


Youth & Teen Classes


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2D and Mixed Media Art

Teen Product Design
Cindy Male
Mondays, 4:00-6:00pm
Teen (Ages 13-18)

10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 
(5 sessions)

$68
$50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Teens only! Channel your creativity and entrepreneurial spirit in this class that explores the creative aspects of getting a product to the market, including package design, creating images, and designing logos for advertising and branding.

In this class you will create a package that includes a prototype of your product container, your logo design, artwork of your product, your product description, and your target audience.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know two weeks before the first class so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests made after that time may not be accommodated.



Home School Art 
Antonia Larkin
Tuesdays 11:00am-12:00pm
Ages 6-12

10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 
(5 sessions)

$75
$50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Learn, create, and have fun in our weekly art series prepared for home schooled students! Each session will offer a different creative and educational activity to foster artistic expression. All materials included.

Students should wear clothes that can get dirty.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know two weeks advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests made after that time may not be accommodated.

Youth Drawing and Painting
Darina Kockova
Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30pm
Youth (Ages 9-12)

10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15 
(5 sessions)

$50
$70 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Young artists develop their drawing and painting skills in a variety of fun projects that will include watercolor, pastels, and acrylics. Please wear clothes that can get dirty. All materials supplied.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests made after that time may not be accommodated.

Discovering Art 
Darina Kockova
Saturday 9:00am-10:00am
Youth (6-12)

10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18 
(5 sessions)

$70
$50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Young artists are invited to expand their creativity with a variety of fun art projects! Both 2-D and 3-D mediums will be covered, including working with clay, pastels, paint, and collage. Students should wear clothes that can get dirty. All materials included.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests made after that time may not be accommodated.

Adventures in Art 
Rebecca Ball
Saturdays 9:00-10:00am
Youth (6-8)

10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18 
(5 sessions)

$70
$50 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Young artists are invited to expand their creativity with a variety of fun art projects! Both 2-D and 3-D mediums will be covered, including working with clay, painting, and creating mixed media artwork. Students should wear clothes that can get dirty. All materials included.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests made after that time may not be accommodated.



Ceramics

Ceramics students are welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. Ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Open studio hours are Wednesdays and Fridays 12:00-3:00pm and Saturdays 12:00-2:00pm.

Intermediate Youth Clay 
Antonia Larkin
Monday 4:00-5:30
Ages 9-12

10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 (5 sessions)

$75
$60 - City of Savannah Resident

Youth who have ceramics experience will enjoy this opportunity to develop new hand building skills and sit at the potter’s wheel. This class promotes both creativity and skill-building through directed projects and experimentation.  Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramics studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. All materials included. 

Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. Youth attending Open Studio must be accompanied by an adult.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. A potter’s wheel for wheelchair users is available; if you need this or any other type of accommodation, please let us know at least two weeks advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests received after that time may not be accommodated.


Teen Clay
Antonia Larkin
Monday 6:00-8:00pm
Ages 13-18

10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/27, 12/4, 12/11 (8 sessions) 

$125
$110 - City of Savannah Resident

Explore the creative possibilities in clay! This fun and energetic class is geared toward any level of experience and will cover a mix of hand building, skill-building, and experimental projects. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to exhibit their work in the STUMP-SCAC show on October 12. 

Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramic’s studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. All materials included.

Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. In Open Studio, students aged 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Beginning Youth Clay
Antonia Larkin
Tuesday 4:00-5:00
Ages 9-12

10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/7, 11/14 
(5 sessions)

$85
$60 - City of Savannah Rate

Explore the creative possibilities in clay! This fun and energetic class geared toward young artists will cover a mix of skill-building and experimental projects. Completed projects will be glazed and fired, allowing participants to end the course with fully finished pieces. Participants are required to wear closed-toed shoes in the ceramic’s studios. Please wear clothing that can get clay on them. All materials included.

Participants are also welcome to attend Clay Open Studio hours, included with registration. Youth attending Open Studio must be accompanied by an adult.

Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you need an accommodation, please let us know two weeks in advance so that we can make sure you have the best possible experience. Requests made after that time may not be accommodated.

Dance - Youth & Teen

Children’s Dynamic Dance
Kristin Mueller
Thursday 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Ages 9-13

 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16

$50
$35 - City of Savannah Rate
Let’s explore creativity through the pioneers of modern dance! Each week we’ll explore the technique and artistry from a new founder of modern dance. These include Cunningham, Graham, Humphrey, Horton, Weidman, and Limón.  Class will include inspired warmups, center/floor work and fun exercises creating new dances each week. 
Parent/Child Movement Class (2 to 3)
Kristin Mueller

Wednesdays 10:00-10:45am
Ages 2-3 years with Parent

10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15

$40
$25 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
This class offers interactive bonding time with parent and child, geared towards children ages two and three. Play with your child in song and dance, helping them achieve confidence in cognitive and motor skills. Using props and imagination in themed organized play connects you with your child while watching their independence develop.

Attire: Comfortable Clothing

Ballet/Tap Combo 
(5 to 6)
Kristin Mueller
Thursdays 9:15-10:00am
Ages 5-6

10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16

$45
$25 - City of Savannah Resident Rate
Tap into a new combo dance class offering both Ballet and Tap! This class starts with tap shoes, finding rhythm and musicality. Learning beginning tap basics helping with balance, coordination, and foot articulation, skills that transfer into beautiful little ballerinas ending the second half of class with grace and poise!

Attire: Tights, leotard, tap shoes, and ballet shoes
Pre-Ballet
Kristin Mueller
Wednesdays 9:15 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. 
Ages:3-4   
10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15          
$45
$25 - City of Savannah Resident Rate    

Twirl into Pre-Ballet for preschoolers taking their very first dance class learning the basic fundamental positions and movements to find the magic and joy ballet brings through interactive songs and fun props to aid in coordination and balance.

Attire: Ballet shoes, leotard, tights

Music

Violin Explorations
Rosa Batista
Saturdays, 9:30-10:00am
Ages 4-6

Saturdays, 10:15-11:00pm
Ages 7-10

10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18


$55
$35 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

“Violin exploration” is a music class intended to introduce children to the smallest member of the string family: The Violin. 

We will learn through games, songs, practice and repetition of one skill at a time: 

    Parts of the violin.

    How to hold the violin and bow.

    How to use the bow on the violin.

    How to pluck the string violin.

    How to take care of the violin.

    The staff and notes. 

    Basic Rhythms.

    How to make music on the violin.

    How to read and play basic melodies on the violin. 

Attendees should supply their own violins. A suggested instrument can be found on Amazon

Parent and Me Music Class
Rosa Batista

Saturday 11:30-12:00pm
Ages 0-2 years with Parent

10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11, 11/18


$45
$25 - City of Savannah Resident Rate

Music can play an important role in your child's growth, exposing your child from an early stage to music ignites all areas of child development, surrounding by sounds, instruments and rhythms you will be helping your baby to develop skills like: social - emotional, motor, cognitive, language and literacy. 

The “Parent and me” music class is a fun activity where parents and their babies can spend quality time and build a strong relation through music stimulation. 


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Registration Information

Online
Registration for classes can be completed using our online form.  Payment will be completed by phone after registration is submitted. Your registration is not complete until payment is received. Staff will reach out for payment in the order your registration was received.

Due to the manual nature of our registration process, waitlisted classes may not be accurately reflected at the time of registration submission. A member of our customer service staff will contact you after receiving your registration form for payment and to confirm your spot. In the case of our most popular classes with many registrants, we will move to the next registration if we have not heard back in 24 hours time.

Phone
To register by phone, please call us at (912) 651 6783. (Please note during high volume time, our customer service team may need to call you back to complete a full phone registration).

Financial assistance: Reduced pricing is available for qualifying City of Savannah residents. The reduced fee program is available for qualifying youth and adults with qualifying SCCPSS Free of Reduced Lunch form, TANF, SNAP, or qualifying income tax statement. Please review the application and required documentation here.

Adults may qualify for a 25% reduction on class pricing. Youth may receive up to a 50% reduction on class pricing. Please note this program is available to residents of the City of Savanah only. Letters of free or reduced lunch can be obtained at the Savannah Chatham County Public Schools System Nutrition office at: 208 Bull St. Savannah, GA. 31401 

Complete and return this form for reduced pricing.

Accessibility: Our goal is for our classes to be inclusive and accessible. If you have an accommodation request, please let us know when you register by completing the section on your registration form, via email at scac@savannahga.gov, or by phone 912-651-6783. Although we will do our very best, due to our resources we cannot guarantee that we can meet every accommodation.

Class Procedures and Policies

Cancellations and Refunds
Cultural Resources reserves the right to cancel, to combine or reschedule classes, or to change class instructors, when necessary. • Cultural Resources will not provide make-up classes or issue refunds to those who miss classes due to illness or other events beyond our control. • If Cultural Resources cancels a class for any reason, all registered participants will be informed as soon as possible and extended the opportunity to transfer to another class. If participants do not wish to transfer to another class, a refund will be processed. • Participants may withdraw from a class with no penalty up to one week before the first class meets. After that time a 50% withdrawal penalty will be applied. Notice of withdrawal must be made in WRITING to Cultural Resources. • No refunds will be issued after the first class. • Failure to attend first class session without prior notification could result in cancellation of registration without refund.

Attendance Policies
Early Arrival: Participants will be allowed into the classroom no earlier than 10 minutes before the class is scheduled to begin. • Late Arrival:  A grace period of 15 minutes is allowed for late arrivals. After that time Cultural Resources reserves the right to deny entry to class at the discretion of the Instructor. Participants are encouraged to call ahead to the Savannah Cultural Arts Center in the event they will arrive late. No refunds will be given for classes that are missed due to late arrival. • Cultural Resources reserves the right to cancel a class that has zero attendance for two consecutive classes. • Cultural Resources reserves the right to refuse enrollment to participants with a history of unacceptable behavior.

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