Page 25 - Kent Parks Recreation Guide Fall 2025

CREATIVE ARTS ADULT

Watercolor Painting Age 18+
Learn traditional and experimental watercolor techniques and application. DANCE
Class includes demonstration, individual assistance, discussion, and critique.
Instructor continually introduces new methods and projects. Beginners to
intermediate welcome. Supply list will be emailed.
Kent Commons | $97/5, $116/6 | Instructor: J. Iwasaki Beginning Ballet & Jazz Age 16+
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Perfect for beginners, this class offers a supportive environment to learn basic
Mon 6 sess. 9/22-10/27 1pm-3pm AD0501 01F techniques and movements in both ballet and jazz styles. Develop grace,
Tue 6 sess. 9/23-10/28 1pm-3pm AD0501 02F coordination, and rhythm while enjoying a fun and energetic workout. Students
should wear comfortable clothing, workout gear, or dance attire. Jazz/ballet
Mon 6 sess. 11/10-12/15 1pm-3pm AD0501 03F shoes are required. Drop-ins welcome at $18 per class.
Tue 5 sess. 11/18-12/16 1pm-3pm AD0501 04F Kent Commons | $195 | Instructor: M. Murphy-Brown
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
*No class 11/11, 12/8, 12/9
Thu 13 sess. 9/11-12/11 7pm-8:30pm AD0601 01F
Adult Paint Nite Age 16+
*No class 11/27
Paint your own work of art with step-by-step guidance from an experienced art
teacher! All materials provided. Continuing Ballet Age 16+
Kent Commons | $25 | Instructor: Mary Murphy-Brown
Class works on short combinations and complete jazz routines as well as strength
DAY CLASS SESSIONS DATES TIMES # and flexibility. Drop-ins welcome at $12 per class. Ballet shoes are required.
Sat Fall Sunset with 1 sess. 9/20 4:30pm-6:30pm AD0503 01F Kent Commons | $99 | Instructor: M. Murphy-Brown
Wine Barrel
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Sat Witchy Feet 1 sess. 10/18 4:30pm-6:30pm AD0503 02F DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES AD0601 02F
Christmas: Fri 11 sess. 9/12-12/5 6pm-7pm
Sat Season 1 sess. 11/22 4:30pm-6:30pm AD0503 03F *No class 10/31, 11/28
Greetings
Tap Dance Age 16+
Beginning Pottery Age 16+ Learn tap combos and routines in this energetic class. Drop-ins welcome at $12 per class.
Learn how to make your own cups, bowls, plates, and mugs that you can use Kent Commons | $99/11, $108/12, $117/13 | Instructor: M. Murphy-Brown
in your daily cuisine. Eating and drinking with your own hand-crafted pottery Beginning Tap
can add to the joy of every meal. This handbuilding class teaches ancient old DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
techniques developed over the course of pottery history with pinching, coiling,
and slab methods, along with basic glazing techniques. Fri 11 sess. 9/12-12/5 7pm-8pm AD0603 04F
Kent Commons | $228 | Instructor: B. Ohno
Continuing Tap
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Sat 6 sess. 9/6-10/11 10am-11:30am AD0504 01F Wed 13 sess. 9/10-12/10 8pm-9pm AD0603 03F
Sat 6 sess. 10/25-12/6 10am-11:30am AD0504 02F
Continuing Tap 55+
*No class 11/29
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
Intermediate Pottery Age 16+ Tue 12 sess. 9/9-12/2 3pm-4pm AD0603 01F
In this class, students who have taken the Beginning Pottery class can join to
learn more advanced and intricate ways of making pottery. While class will be Advanced Tap
predominately focused on handbuilding methods and glazing techniques, DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES #
there will be some hybrid wheel throwing techniques introduced as well. Please
note this class isn’t an exclusive wheel throwing class; it utilizes the potter’s Tue 13 sess. 9/9-12/9 7:15pm-8:15pm AD0603 02F
wheel to help aid the finishing touches of the pot. *No class 11/11, 11/26, 10/31, 11/28
Kent Commons | $245 | Instructor: B. Ohno
DAY SESSIONS DATES TIMES # Ceili Irish Dance Age 16+
Mon 6 sess. 9/8-10/13 6:15pm-7:45pm AD0504 03F
Class is open to dancers who are interested in learning Irish dancing, having fun,
Mon 6 sess. 10/27-12/1 6:15pm-7:45pm AD0504 04F and getting some exercise. We will begin with the basic movements and progress
to learning traditional sets. No dance experience is necessary. Participants should
wear comfortable clothing and shoes (sneakers, ghillies, ballet, or jazz shoes).
ShoWalk FREE Optional: Holiday Recital on Saturday, December 13. Instructors will distribute
information in class.
Kent Commons | $60 |Instructor: R. Golding
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TIMES
DATES
12 sess.
Thu
November - May Open to all ages DAY SESSIONS 9/11-12/11 7:15pm-8pm AD0604 01F
CLOSED on Holidays and mobilities. *No class 11/13, 11/27
Wellness Day every
Mon. - Wed. 9-11 a.m. second Wednesday
of the month.
accesso ShoWare Center, 625 West James St. Blood pressure
Dates may vary, visit us online at checks, hydration
MyKentParks.com or call 253-856-5100. station and more.

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