Arts4All Florida offers classes in visual, music, dance and movement and the performing arts to students and adults of all abilities. Headquartered at the University of South Florida in the College of Education, Arts4All Florida provides, supports and champions arts education and cultural experiences for and by people with disabilities. The goals for our community-based programs are to encourage personal development, group participation, and camaraderie while teaching creative expression. Classes are led by professional artists/art teachers, certified instructors, and disability experts.
Virtual class options have been added to our list of services to meet the needs of the times. In-person programming will be offered again when safety is able to be socially ensured.
For more information on community art classes, please contact Karla Aguayo, Director of Programs at karlaa@usf.edu
If you would like to see additional classes listed, please take a moment to complete our Community Art Class Survey- https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6488591/2021-CAC-parent-survey
Current Classes
Class Description:
This class offers the opportunity for music lovers to become music makers using the iPad as an instrument and digital audio workstation. We will explore some of the fundamentals of music making such as rhythm, meter, melody, and harmony and find inspiration through listening to music, nature, and our communities. By the end of the course, students will have built the skills to create their own musical compositions to share with family and friends.
When: Saturdays, September 17 through October 22, 2022
Time: 11AM - 12PM (EST)
Where: Zoom
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Class Description:
Learn how to design for a 3D printer using Tinkercad for beginners. This introduction to digital 3D modeling will take you through the steps of developing a 3D character, designing a printable 3D model, and exporting the model into Augmented Reality. Computer or tablet, stable internet connection, and mouse required. No experience is necessary.
When: Thursdays, August 11 through September 1, 2022
Time: 5-6 PM (EST)
Where: Zoom
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Class Description:
Art therapy can assist children on the autism spectrum to recognize their abilities and develop positive self-esteem. Miss Lee Cohen underlines the value of kids having fun while using art to promote emotional awareness, social cues, and improved communication. All art activities will be condensed to a simple drawing procedure with step-by-step instructions and a few options. Miss Lee’s purpose is for the kids to communicate through artistic mediums using their already visual-minded brains.
When: Thursdays, September 15 through October 20, 2022.
Time: 5-6 PM (EST)
Where: Zoom, register to receive the link!
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Career Arts - New Class beginning September 8, 2022
In-Person Motivating People through Arts and Crafts, Tallahassee- This Community Art Class is for teens and young adults with Autism and related diverse abilities. Students will explore and experiment with a variety of materials, create and build community with other local artists, and develop their personal art practice.
When: Thurs 5:30pm - 6:30pm for 8 weeks, September 8 through October 27, 2022
Where: Obsessions Gift Shop, Railroad Square, Tallahassee
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Class Description:
Join Miss Nanci as you explore the world of dance! Focusing on Jazz, Lyrical Dance, Hip Hop, and Folk you will learn history of movement and observe famous dancers. Then warm up your bodies and dance to the music! Students in this class will learn dance terminology, basic dance steps, rhythm, and cultural dances relevant to the seasons.
When: Tuesdays, August 17 through October 18, 2022
Time: 6-7 pm EST
Where: Zoom, register to receive the link!
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Beginning American Sign Language Level I
New class beginning July 21 through August 25, 2022
Class Description:
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This Beginning ASL level 1 class for adults ages 18+ will present the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) whereby students develop expressive and receptive language skills through the learning of basic vocabulary, grammatical structures, and cultural awareness. This one-day weekly class will cover the following topics:
1. Noun and Verb Pairs
2. School Subjects, Majors, and Courses
3. Animals and Foods
4. No, None, Nothing - Negative Responds
5. Ranking and List
6. Translating Sentences with the word “Have”, “Have to”, “Haven’t”, “Don’t Have”.
When: Thursdays, July 21 through August 25, 2022
Time: 6-7 PM (EST)
Where: Zoom
Please email Karla Aguayo at karlaa@usf.edu with any questions.
Register here to receive the Zoom link
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Beginning ASL Level III
This Beginning ASL level 3 class will present the fundamentals of American Sign Language (ASL) whereby students develop expressive and receptive language skills through the learning of basic vocabulary, grammatical structures, and cultural awareness. This one-day weekly class will cover the following topics:
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1. Agreement Verbs
2. Giving the Time and Telling the Years
3. Translating Sentences with “To Drive”, “To Take”, and “To Pick Up”
4. Calendars, Months, and Days
5. Descriptive, Locative, and Element Classifiers
6. ASL Stories, Watch and Discuss
When: Tuesdays, July 19 through August 23, 2022
Time: 6-7 PM (EST)
Where: Zoom
Register here to receive the Zoom link.
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Parkinson's in Movement with Andrew Carroll
Explore your artistic and creative movement capabilities with Parkinson’s in Movement! This virtual series of classes through Zoom meeting and classroom technology will offer fresh and uplifting dance experiences based on the acclaimed Dance for PD program. Open to participants with limited mobility, Parkinson’s, or related conditions.
When: Wednesdays, 1PM (EST) - September 7 through September 28, 2022
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Virtual Musical Theatre and Movement Classes for students with disabilities, age 18 and up with Nanci Dorau.
Class Description: With professional instruction from Nanci Dorau, students with disabilities can participate in these weekly classes. This series presents musical theatre & movement with appropriate accommodations so that anyone can enjoy the experience
When: Thursdays, August 18 through October 20, 2022
Time: 5-6PM (EST).
Where: Zoom
Please contact Karla Aguayo, Director of Programs at karlaa@usf.edu or 813-974-0715, if you have questions.
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Community Art Classes - Virtual Options
Community Art Classes - Virtual
1. Arts4All Florida Teaching Artist facilitates via Zoom a series of 6 one-hour classes scheduled weekly at a specific time.
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Online registration, $30
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Zoom link is sent once registration is completed
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Dance/movement, visual art, music or theatre
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Maximum capacity - 15 students
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Live interaction with instructor is available
2. Arts4All Florida Teaching Artist facilitates via Zoom a series of 6 one-hour classes scheduled weekly at a specific time.
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Online registration required, however FREE
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Program underwritten by a specific grant or organization
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Zoom link is sent once registration is completed
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Dance/movement, visual art, music or theatre
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Maximum capacity - 50 to 75 students
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Minimal to no interaction with instructor, demonstration based
Private Community Art Class Residency Program - Virtual
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Available to private schools, homeschool groups or afterschool programs
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Arts4All Florida teaching artist facilitates 6 one-hour sessions and provides additional Extended Lesson Resources and student interaction through our learning management system
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Classroom teacher or school administrator will select date/time for class and genre of the arts to be taught. Music, Dance/Movement, Visual Art, Theatre
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Fee: $550
Spotlight on Art - Online
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Virtual Community Art Class options that highlight the exceptional teaching artists that work with Arts4All Florida. 10-15 minute "how to" videos posted on YouTube monthly.
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Anyone can access anytime: Spotlight on Art
Want to Bring a Class to Your Community?
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Identify a group of at least 7 participants. Participants with and without disabilities can be included.
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Find a community space willing to share a room for classes at no charge (schools, libraries, places of faith, etc.).
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Call us and we’ll connect you with a professional teaching artist to teach visual art, music, dance and movement, literary arts, or drama. Each artist is trained to work with adaptive materials and alternative solutions to enable all participants to succeed.
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Arts4All Florida will provide marketing and oversee registration and payments.
Class fee: $10 per student per session. We generally run programs for a six week session.
For more information, please contact Karla Aguayo, Director of Programs, at karlaa@usf.edu or 813-974-0715.
