Updated January 2025 by Paige Townley
Make 2025 the year you master a new skill or rediscover an old passion. Whether you’re rolling out fresh pasta, capturing the perfect photo, or dancing your way through a ballet class, Birmingham has endless opportunities to learn, create, and grow. These adult education classes promise to spark creativity and keep your curiosity alive all year long!
For Artistic Exploration
Do It Yourself Crafts Wheel Throwing Try-It Class
Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing with the Do It Yourself Crafts Wheel Throwing Try-It Class. Perfect for couples, friends, or solo artists, this fun one-and-a-half-hour pottery session teaches you the basics of hand-building and wheel-throwing. You’ll leave with a handmade masterpiece, and the class is only $50. You can check out the events calendar at doityourselfcrafts.com.
Hammer and Stain DIY Workshop
Get crafty and create something unique at Hammer and Stain’s DIY workshops. Whether you’re personalizing a farmhouse sign, building a custom tray, or designing seasonal decor, these hands-on classes turn unfinished wood into stunning, display-worthy pieces. Perfect for a solo outing, date night, or group gathering, workshops are offered year-round with prices that vary by project. You can view the workshop calendar at hammerandstainbham.com.
Positively Funny Inc. Comedy Lessons
Release your inner comedian with Positively Funny Inc., Birmingham’s most comprehensive comedy class. Covering everything from improv and stand-up to comedy writing and digital shorts, these classes can help you boost your confidence, sharpen your public speaking, or simply get more laughs. For more information, visit positivelyfunnyimprov.com.
Red Dot Gallery Painting & Pottery Classes
Unleash your creativity at Red Dot Gallery, where hands-on pottery, oil painting, and drawing classes provide the prime opportunity to explore your artistic potential. Whether you’re learning to throw clay on a wheel, master hand-building techniques, or perfect your brushstrokes, these classes cater to all skill levels. With flexible start dates and six-week sessions priced at $195 for painting and $200 for pottery, it’s never been easier to dive into a new hobby or refine your craft. Learn more at reddotgallery.com.
Red Mountain Theatre Classes
Step into the spotlight with classes at Red Mountain Theatre, where creativity takes center stage. From acting and improv to dance styles like ballet, tap, and hip hop — plus musical theatre — there’s something for every performer. You can choose individual sessions or bundle multiple classes to fit your schedule. Find out more at redmountaintheatre.org.
Samford University’s Academy of the Arts
Discover your next passion at Samford University’s Academy of the Arts. With classes in ceramics, photography, painting, music, calligraphy, creative writing, and more, there’s something to inspire every interest. Taught by talented instructors from the Birmingham community, these courses are perfect for honing a skill or trying something entirely new. Learn more about scheduling and prices at samford.edu.
Sips n Strokes
Get ready to pick up a paintbrush and let your imagination flow at Sips n Strokes. These fun, hands-on classes are perfect for beginners and seasoned artists, offering step-by-step instructions to help you create a masterpiece to take home. Each class is ideal for a creative night out or a new hobby. Classes are $35, and you can find out more at sipsnstrokes.com.
Space One Eleven’s ARTfix! Classes
Space One Eleven’s ARTfix! Classes are designed for adults ready to dive into creativity. The workshop, led by professional artists, covers the basics of color-mixing and includes three still-life studies to practice your newfound knowledge. You can find more information at spaceoneeleven.org.
For Aspiring Chefs & Bakers
Board in Birmingham
Gather your girlfriends and get ready for a deliciously fun night at Board in Birmingham by Corinne Sweet. The charcuterie-making classes teach you how to build the perfect board, complete with meats, cheeses, fruits, and garnishes that look as good as they taste. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a creative night out, these two-hour classes are the perfect blend of food and fun. You can learn more at boardbham.com.
Classes by Kessler
Ready to level up your kitchen game? The Grand Bohemian Hotel’s Classes by Kessler serve up chef-led cooking experiences perfect for beginners and seasoned foodies alike. From hand-rolling pasta to grilling like a pro and even blending your own bottle of wine, these hands-on sessions are fun and delicious. Starting at $149, the classes let you sharpen your skills, savor your creations, and leave with recipes (and memories) you’ll want to revisit again and again. Explore more at mountain-brook.classesbykessler.com.
Louise’s Cakes
Satisfy your sweet tooth and sharpen your baking skills with a cake, cupcake, or cookie-decorating class at Louise’s Cakes & Supply. From mastering buttercream techniques and piping intricate designs to creating edible works of art, these hands-on classes are perfect for both beginners and seasoned bakers and start at $55. Grab a friend or come solo — either way, you’ll leave with tasty treats and new skills to show off. Find out more at louises-cakes.com.
For Fitness
Alabama Ballet’s Adult Ballet Classes
Channel your inner ballerina with Alabama Ballet’s adult ballet classes! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just looking to try something new, these classes will have you leaping and twirling in no time. With flexible scheduling and drop-in options at $20 per class — or a 10-class card for $180 — it’s easy to fit a little grace and movement into your week, thanks to alabamaballet.org.
Birmingham Boulders
Take your fitness to new heights with a climbing course at Birmingham Boulders. The gym offers expert instruction in bouldering, top-rope climbing, and lead climbing. Birmingham Boulders focuses on strength-building and problem-solving with climbing-specific training, and classes are available for all skill levels. Schedules vary, and you can find more information at bhamboulders.com.
High Point Climbing and Fitness
Like Birmingham Boulders, High Point Climbing and Fitness is a gym offering expert instruction in bouldering, top-rope climbing, and lead climbing. The difference? High Point features expansive climbing walls, auto-belays, and even a kid-friendly area — perfect for family outings. Learn more at highpointclimbing.com.
The Dance Foundation’s Adult Class Sessions
Shake up your routine and find your rhythm at The Dance Foundation, where adults can explore a variety of dance classes designed for all skill levels. From contemporary and jazz to ballet and hip-hop, these classes offer a welcoming space to move, stretch, and express yourself. Learn more at thedancefoundation.org.
Tiger-Rock Martial Arts
Elevate your fitness and your confidence at Tiger -ock Martial Arts. Designed specifically for adults, these classes combine practical self-defense techniques with cutting-edge sports science and time-honored martial arts traditions. Learn more at tigerrockmartialarts.com.
For Nature Lovers
Birmingham Botanical Garden Classes
Explore your green thumb (or grow one) with the unique classes at Birmingham Botanical Gardens. From hands-on workshops like floral arranging to seasonal gardening tips like caring for your tools, there’s something for every plant lover or nature enthusiast. Find out more at bbgardens.org.
Need for Speed
Porsche Driving School
More Info: porschedriving.com
Get behind the wheel and fuel your adrenaline at the Porsche Track Experience. Offering high-performance driving courses for all skill levels, this world-class program lets you master precision driving techniques, tackle challenging road courses, and experience the thrill of Porsche engineering firsthand.
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