Class Action: Send Yourself to Summer School

School may be out, but this summer Greenpointers can take advantage of a variety of unique and unusual classes offered locally. Whether you are looking to invest a couple of hours or the entire season, the neighborhood is stocked with courses in arts, athletics, and more. Read on for a sampling of enriching

Cook at Brooklyn Kitchen

The Brooklyn Kitchen, Frost Street’s foodie palace, will introduce a new batch of courses in July. “Our classes will continue to stay the forefront of food and the things the people are interested in learning about,” said co-owner Harry Rosenblum. And several classes on the menu will be taught by local chefs and culinary experts. Seafood specialist Ben Sargent will lead a chowder class, wine connoisseur Neil Rosen will instruct a rosé-focused wine tasting, and Bee Ayer will explain best practices in urban chicken keeping. Brooklyn Kitchen butcher Tom Mylan will collaborate on a barbecue lesson with Fatty ‘Cue pitmaster Robbie Richter.
“We love bringing in great chefs to teach the community. Its not very common that the public has the opportunity to interact and learn from these kinds of food professionals,” Rosenblum said.
All Brooklyn Kitchen classes last about 2 hours, tuition ranges from about $40-125 per class. For more details, visit http://www.thebrooklynkitchen.com

Make Art at 3rd Ward

According to education director Jay Perelmuter, Williamsburg design center 3rd Ward will debut some of its most “far out” classes this summer. How far out? Try “Start a New Religion,” a creative writing class with a goal.
“Students will be challenged to create rituals, text, and imagery for their religion,” explained Perelmuter. “There will be a chance for student to present their work at 3rd Ward, but we’d like to take it out to the street and [possibly present in a public park] like Washington Square.”
Another unique offering is “Inflatable Sculpture,” which will use techniques like clay molding, sewing, and pattern making to create pieces up to 25 feet high.
Perelmuter insists that these classes are suitable for all backgrounds and experience levels. “These are for people who are looking for a creative outlet, as well as for serious artists looking to add new tools to their repertoire.”
Right now, potential students can save $50 on any class by scheduling a tour of 3rd Ward’s facility. Interested? Email education@3rdward.com to make an appointment.

Become a Certified Yoga at Kusala Yoga

Kusala Yoga on Franklin Street is offering its first ever Teacher Training program this summer. The 200-hour course will be taught by Kusala owner Melissa McKay and seasoned instructor Melanie Chevarie and will run throughout July and August.
“It is a very unique program that will give students the confidence to lead a Vinyasa yoga class and an opportunity to deepen one’s meditation practice and learn more about Buddhist ethics and philosophy,” said McKay.
This intensive, four-day-a-week course is certified by the Yoga Alliance, and graduates will be certified yoga teachers.
Tuition is $2500, and a few scholarships are available. And unlike that English lit degree, this is a course that can actually help you get a job.
Get your questions answered at info@kusalayoga.com , or download the registration form at http://www.kusalayoga.com.

Go Green at Sprout Home

Ready to get your hands dirty? Stop by Williamsburg garden center Sprout Home for a free composting class on July 1, and learn to turn your waste into healthy compost for your garden or houseplants. And on August 5, get schooled in drought tolerant plants equipped to survive the parched conditions in your apartment, on your fire escape, or rooftop. The lecture will also cover the topic of ornamental grasses, which will keep your garden beautiful will into the colder months. Reserve your spot by RSVP-ing to nyinfo@sprouthome.com.

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