Spring Session Classes
April 3 - June 10
View Session PDF: 2023-Yocum-Institute-Spring-Session.pdf
2023 Spring Session
Spring Break:– CLOSED Thursday, April 6 – Monday, April 10 | *Open Monday, April 10 for lessons and classes at 3 pm
Spring Session 2023: April 3 – June 10 (10 weeks)
Memorial Day: Monday, May 29 – CLOSED | No evening lessons or classes
MUSIC
Music Mates Beginners (Ages 4-6)
April 14th – June 9th (9 Weeks)
Lindsay Evans
Music Mates is a group class to help students form an acquaintance with the keyboard, to establish a feeling for a steady beat and to begin the development of 5-finger dexterity. The program includes learning to play childhood tunes as well as providing a general music background to prepare a child for private study
Friday, 4:00-4:30 pm
$90 | $80 Members
*Plus materials fee of $10 at the front desk for book
Music Mates 2 (Ages 4-6)
April 14th – June 9th (9 Weeks)
Lindsay Evans
For students who have previously taken Music Mates and are ready for the next level of instruction. Music Mates is a group class to help students form an acquaintance with the keyboard, to establish a feeling for a steady beat and to begin the development of 5-finger dexterity. The program includes learning to play childhood tunes as well as providing a general music background to prepare a child for private study.
Friday, 5:00 – 5:30 pm
$90 | $80 Members
*Plus materials fee of $10 at the front desk for book
Young Singers: Beginners (Ages 5-8)
April 4th- June 6th (10 Weeks)
Massimo Brutto
This specialized voice class will teach physical techniques.
Class will consist of vocal warm ups, games and song analysis.
Tuesdays, 6:00-6:30 pm
$100 | $90 Members
Young Singers: Intermediate (Ages 9-12)
April 4th- June 6th (10 Weeks)
Massimo Brutto
This specialized voice class will teach physical techniques.
Class will consist of vocal warm ups, games and song analysis.
Tuesdays: 6:30-7:00 pm
$100 | $90 Members
VISUAL ART
Little Artists (Ages 5-7)
Sara Gibson
In this mixed media class, our youngest artists will have the chance to explore a variety of materials and projects. From painting and drawing to air dry clay, paper mache and more students will be free to get creative in our studio and no clean up for parents!
Thursday, 4-4:45 pm
Session 1: April 6-May 4 (5 Weeks)
Session 2: May 11-June 8 (5 Weeks)
$55 | $45 Members
Spring Themed Clay (Ages 5-10)
Rebecca Kline
During this clay class students will create coil, slab, and 3D spring themed ceramic and air dry clay projects. Think of bunnies, small baskets, flowers and other nature inspired creations. Kiln fee, glazes, and other materials are included in the cost of this class.
Session 1: Monday, 7-8 pm | April 10-May 1 (4 Weeks)
Session 2: Thursday, 7-8 pm | April 27- May 18 (4 Weeks)
$55 | $45 Members
*Materials fee included
Clay Animal Homes (Ages 7-10)
Rebecca Kline
Students will create small animals along with their homes out of ceramic and air dry clay as decorative items around the home. Small creations will be made by using coil, slab, and varied 3D techniques. Kiln fee, glazes and other materials are included in the cost of this class.
Session 1: Monday, 7-8 pm | May 8-May 22 (3 Weeks)
Session 2: Thursday, 7-8 pm | May 25-June 8 (3 Weeks)
$45 | $35 Members
*Materials fee included
The Young Artist’s Sketchbook (Ages 8-12)
April 4-May 2 (5 Weeks)
Sara Gibson
It’s all about the sketchbook! Students will explore a variety of topics, mediums and project ideas to keep them creating every day in their very own sketchbook. *Sketchbook provided
Tuesday, 4:00-5:00 pm
$70 | $60 Members
Studio 1 | Max: 12
Mixed Media Drawing (Ages 8-12)
May 9 – June 6 (5 Weeks)
Sara Gibson
This class is filled with creative exercises for kids who love to draw and are ready to explore and incorporate a variety of materials into their drawings.
Tuesday, 4:00-5:00 pm
$70 | $60 Members
Minecraft Vs. Roblox (Ages 7-12)
April 5-June 7 (10 Weeks)
Shawna Hansberry
Minecrafters and Roblox fans get ready to create their own figures made from polymer clay complete with their own scale model world, as you construct from hands on materials instead of virtually.
Wednesday, 6-7 pm
$120 | $110 Members
Just Draw (Ages 6-9)
April 3-June 5 (9 Weeks, No class Memorial Day)
Shawna Hansberry
Young artists will learn to draw shapes as basic building blocks for creating. A focus on overlapping larger shaped objects over smaller ones will create depth. Color and imaginative drawing will also add to the enjoyment of drawing.
Monday, 5-6 pm
$110 | $100 Members
Just Paint (Ages 7-12)
April 5-June 7 (10 Weeks)
Shawna Hansberry
Discover the joy of painting using Acrylic, tempera and watercolor. Projects will include winter landscapes, impressionist artist inspired, and imaginative paintings. Be prepared to get messy, and responsible clean up of art materials.
Wednesday, 5-6 pm
$120 | $110 Members
Anime and Manga (Ages 9-15)
April 5-June 7 (10 Weeks)
Shawna Hansberry
Anime and Manga are both a style of Japanese animation, similar in style and technique. Anime is found mostly in TV shows and Movies. Manga is found in comic books and graphic novels. Both offer a unique drawing style that has the potential to allow for individualization of a creative technique. Students will experience a basic introduction to manga and anime including the background and origins of the art form. Projects include a modified version of a glass painting using clear plastic and painting on items that you will choose to bring in.
Wednesday, 7-8 pm
$120 | $110 Members
Just Draw (Ages 10-15)
April 3-June 5 (9 Weeks, No class Memorial Day)
Shawna Hansberry
Artists will explore drawing techniques such as shading as they sketch a still life. Pet week will involve a chalk pastel drawing of your favorite furry or not so furry friend. A photo of your pet may be brought to class or students may use an animal from our collection. Perspective, Imaginative and optical illusions will be explored.
Monday, 6-7 pm
$110 | $100 Members
Cartooning (Ages 10-15)
April 3-June 5 (9 Weeks, No class Memorial Day)
Shawna Hansberry
Cartoon artists will explore drawing their favorite characters such as SpongeBob, Garfield, Bugs Bunny, Tom and Jerry, Scooby-Doo, The Simpsons or any other cartoon character you wish. We will learn to create a storyboard, and invent our own characters into a book. Using our imagination, we will enjoy the art of drawing, while having the option to color as we wish with watercolor, markers, or colored pencils.
Monday, 7-8 pm
$110 | $100 Members
Acrylic Painting for Teens (Ages 12-17)
April 5 – May 24 (8 Weeks)
Helen Reinhold-Gordon
Teens wanting to begin or advance their painting skills may join this fun and upbeat class. The fundamental guidelines to painting will be discussed and tools of the trade will be gone over. Students with more advanced skills will thrive within this class.
Wednesday, 5-7 pm
$200 | $190 Members
ADULTS/SENIORS
Drawing for Adults (Ages 18+)
April 3-April 22 (8 Weeks)
Fred Gurman
This class will explore tonal values, shading and how to draw the basic shapes that make up all objects. We will also touch on perspective and composition. Last two classes will focus on making a completed drawing.
Monday, 10 am-11:30 am
$160 | $150 Members
Drawing for Adults Continued (Ages 18+)
April 3-June 5 (9 Weeks, No class Memorial Day)
Fred Gurman
This class will build on the skills learned in previous classes. While working in the medium of their choice, students will explore perspective, composition and various drawing styles. Beginners are welcome.
Monday, 6-7:30 pm
$160 | $150 Members
Plein Air Painting (Ages 18+)
April 5-May 24 (8 Weeks)
Helen Reinhold-Gordon
Plein Air painting is a wonderful way to enjoy and capture the beauty of nature. This class will strengthen your knowledge and skills on the guidelines of painting in the great outdoors. Perspective will be discussed in the use of structures in the works.
Wednesday, 1-3 pm
$200 | $190 Members
Senior Beginners/Intermediate Acrylic Painting (Ages $55+)
April 5-May 24 (8 Weeks)
Helen Reinhold-Gordon
Whether you are new or have a bit of experience, this acrylic class will give you the guidelines to learn or advance your painting skills. An introduction to the use of composition, values, color temperature and tools will be discussed. Demonstrations will be given with personal attention for each student. The proper tools and supplies will also be gone over.
Wednesday, 10 am-12 pm
$150
MOVEMENT
Fat Burner Mix (Ages 18+)
April 4-May 25 (8 Weeks)
Amy Bartolone
Join us for our adult only Fat Burning Fitness Class! This 2x week workout class will be a mix of light cardio, body sculpting, yoga/pilates. Beginners through advanced fitness enthusiasts welcome! Attire: Comfortable sneakers and athletic wear
Tuesday and Thursday, 12:15-1:10 pm
$120 | $110 Members
THEATER
Acting Through the Ages! – An Exploration of Theatrical Styles (Ages 12 – 18)
April 3 – June 5 (9 weeks, no class on on May 29th)
Andrea Hart
In this interactive course, young theater students will learn about different theatrical styles. Part theater-history course and part-acting workshop, the course will focus on how to approach different styles of theater. Every week, we will tackle a new genre/style of theater; we’ll dive into Greek Tragedy, Theatre of the Absurd, Epic Theatre, and even work with puppets! Perfect for curious young theater artists who are looking to expand their horizons and have a lot of fun in the process.
Monday, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
$147 | $137 Members
Ten weeks, Nine rehearsals, and Show Time – Performance Workshop! (Ages 8 – 12)
April 4 – June 6 (10 Weeks)
Joel Gori
Students will be cast in a one act play. They will develop a character, learn staging , work on interaction with others, take direction, memorize their lines, and understand the dynamics of performance. Basic reading skills required. **Students must commit to attendance and working on memorization outside of rehearsals.**
Tuesday, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
$165 | $155 Members
Little Performers – Zoo Explorers Edition (Ages 3 – 5)
April 5 – May 3 (5 Weeks)
Andrea Hart
Lions, tigers, and bears – are just some of the fun animals students will encounter in this fun-filled zoo-themed drama course. Every week, students will learn about some element 0of performing, and each week, students will re-create a story about lovable zoo creatures . We’ll do fun movement games, sing songs, and build our imaginations! Parents are invited to watch the final class and see their little ones in action!
Wednesday, 6:00-6:30 PM
$65 | $55 Members
Introduction to Acting: Heroes & Villains (Ages 6 – 8)
April 5 – June 7 (10 weeks)
Andrea Hart & Theater Faculty
Is your child a character? Then, they’ll love this introductory characterization course! Through scene work, theater games, and creative exercises, young performers will learn about what makes characters tick and how to bring characters to life! Each class will be an epic adventure. Students will portray noble heroes, scheming villains, and everyone in between! This introductory acting course is designed for those who may (or may not) have been on stage, but would like to explore and learn more about acting and character development.
Wednesday, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
$147 | $137 Members
The Actor’s Toolbox (Ages 12 – 18)
April 13 – May 25 (7 weeks, no class on April 6)
Beverly Houck & Andrea Hart
Whether you are interested in plays, musicals, camera work, or live theater, you’ll grow from your work with the actor’s toolbox. Working through focused games, scene work and collaboration with others refine the skills that make you a unique and powerful presence onstage in any role.
Thursday, 6:30-7:30 PM
$105 | $95 Members
Introduction to Musical Theater (Ages 8 – 12)
April 15 – June 10 (9 weeks, no class on April 10)
Andrea Hart & Theater Faculty
Musical theater is more than just jazz hands and kicklines. In this course, students will learn how to interpret a song and use creative movement to tell a story. Students will work together to learn and perform ensemble numbers. This is a great opportunity for young students to develop their performance skills and work together with their peers! Also, there will be some jazz hands and kicklines. Basic reading skills required.
Saturday, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
