Life Skills Training
Brooklyn
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12 classes with availability
Prospect Park (Teens/Adults)
"Wildman" Steve Brill See all classes by this school @ Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NY
Find the edible treasures hiding in plain sight at Prospect Park as you learn to identify and gather edible and medicinal plants, mushrooms, and berries. This guided foraging walk is led by an expert and offers a fresh way to explore the park while building your knowledge of wild foods.
Oct 24th
11am–2pm ET
$25
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Oct 31st
11am–2pm ET
$25
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Nov 8th
11am–2pm ET
$25
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Nov 15th
11am–2pm ET
$25
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Nov 22nd
11am–2pm ET
$25
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Sat. Oct 24th, 11am–2pm ET
(3 hours)
Prospect Park (Kids 12 & Under)
"Wildman" Steve Brill See all classes by this school @ Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NY
Taste the wild side of Prospect Park as you forage for peppery hedge mustard, corn-tasting chickweed, and spinach-like lamb quarters. A one-of-a-kind culinary outing right in the middle of Brooklyn's leafy green oasis.
Oct 24th
11am–2pm ET
$15
32 Seats Left
Oct 31st
11am–2pm ET
$15
32 Seats Left
Nov 8th
11am–2pm ET
$15
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Nov 15th
11am–2pm ET
$15
32 Seats Left
Nov 22nd
11am–2pm ET
$15
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Sat. Oct 24th, 11am–2pm ET
(3 hours)
Introduction to Herbalism: Part 1
Remedies Herb Shop See all classes by this school @ 453 Court St, Brooklyn, NY
Discover the fundamentals of herbal medicine in a hands-on workshop designed for beginners. Explore the properties of a variety of medicinal plants while learning practical techniques for creating your own herbal preparation to take home. Gain foundational knowledge and confidence to continue exploring the world of plant-based wellness.
Thu. Nov 19th, 7–8:30pm ET
(90 minutes)
Low & Slow Yoga
Fit4Dance See all classes by this school @ 21 Snyder Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Explore the gentle, restorative practice of Yin Yoga with Low and Slow Yoga at Fit4Dance. Long, passive poses release deep tension in the connective tissues while improving flexibility and cultivating a calm, focused mind. This class emphasizes lower body release while supporting overall physical and mental well-being.
Oct 25th
1:15–2:15pm ET
$23
50 Seats Left
Nov 1st
1:15–2:15pm ET
$23
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Nov 8th
1:15–2:15pm ET
$23
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Nov 15th
1:15–2:15pm ET
$23
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Nov 22nd
1:15–2:15pm ET
$23
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Sun. Oct 25th, 1:15–2:15pm ET
(1 hour)
Intro to Hydroponics
Farm.One See all classes by this school @ 625 Bergen St, Brooklyn, NY
Step inside Farm.One in Prospect Heights for a rare, hands-on introduction to hydroponic indoor growing. Learn the principles of hydroponics, lighting, nutrients, and climate control while working from seed to harvest in a controlled, pesticide-free environment. With a small class size and expert guidance, you’ll explore practical ways to grow herbs, greens, microgreens, and edible flowers year-round.
Tue. Oct 20th, 6:30–8:30pm ET
(2 hours)
Andrea Dworkin: Sex, Power, and Politics (In-Person)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 68 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore the polarizing legacy of Andrea Dworkin, a fierce critic of pornography and patriarchy, whose work ignited feminist debates and continues to provoke reflection in the #MeToo era. Delve into her writings, speeches, and radical ideas to uncover insights into feminism's evolution and its liberation ideals.
Oct 21st
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$355
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Wed. Oct 21st, 6:30–9:30pm ET
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
Trampoline - All Levels
Circus Academy New York See all classes by this school @ 30 Tompkins Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Unleash your inner acrobat and elevate your aerial skills with our dynamic trampoline sessions. From mastering flips and twists to honing core strength and body control, our expert-led classes cater to all fitness levels. Join us for an exhilarating journey into the world of aerial arts!
Oct 20th
8:15–9:30pm ET
$50
1 Seat Left
Oct 21st
5–6:15pm ET
$50
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Oct 21st
6:30–7:45pm ET
$50
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Oct 22nd
5–6:15pm ET
$50
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Oct 23rd
4:30–5:45pm ET
$50
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Tue. Oct 20th, 8:15–9:30pm ET
(75 minutes)
Collaborative Trampoline
Circus Academy New York See all classes by this school @ 30 Tompkins Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Open up new creative and technical territory by working with a partner on the trampoline. You'll practice collaborative skills including synchronized and offset jumping, dynamic bounce techniques, and shared acrobatic combinations. All levels welcome, especially jumpers with prior experience.
Oct 26th
8:15–9:30pm ET
$50
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Nov 2nd
8:15–9:30pm ET
$50
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Nov 9th
8:15–9:30pm ET
$50
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Nov 16th
8:15–9:30pm ET
$50
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Nov 23rd
8:15–9:30pm ET
$50
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Mon. Oct 26th, 8:15–9:30pm ET
(75 minutes)
Mikhail Bulgakov: The Master and Margarita (In-Person)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 45 Main Street, Brooklyn, NY
Examine a landmark work of twentieth-century literature through themes of censorship, morality, faith and artistic freedom. Explore how fantasy, satire and allegory challenge political power while raising enduring questions about truth, love and conscience. Gain deeper historical and cultural insight through thoughtful discussion and close reading.
Oct 21st
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$355
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Wed. Oct 21st, 6:30–9:30pm ET
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
Annie Ernaux: Shame and the Politics of Memory
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 81 Court Street, Brooklyn, NY
Examine the work of a Nobel Prize-winning author whose writing transforms personal experience into a powerful exploration of memory, class and gender. Through close readings of key texts, you'll explore themes of identity, politics and autobiography while considering the evolution of contemporary autofiction and literary voice.
Nov 17th
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$355
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Tue. Nov 17th, 6:30–9:30pm ET
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
Queer NYC: After Stonewall (In-Person)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 304 Bond St., Brooklyn, NY
Explore the history of queer life and activism in New York City from the 1950s through the era of marriage equality. Examine Stonewall, community organizing, the AIDS crisis, and the evolving politics of gay rights through influential writings by queer activists, artists, and scholars.
Nov 18th
6:30–9:30pm ET
Meets 4 Times
$355
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Wed. Nov 18th, 6:30–9:30pm ET
(12 hours over 4 sessions)
Marine Park Coastline (Kids 12 & Under)
"Wildman" Steve Brill See all classes by this school @ Avenue U & Burnett St , Brooklyn, NY
Sign up with Violet Brill, the country's go-to forager, as she leads a tasty outing along Marine Park Coastline. Track down flavorful wild foods and medicinal plants, and walk through renewable and invasive species inside this often-overlooked park. A great springtime activity for the whole family!
Fri. Nov 27th, 11am–3pm ET
(4 hours)
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Herbal Medicine Making Workshop
Remedies Herb Shop See all classes by this school @ 453 Court St, Brooklyn, NY
Learn how to make your own herbal medicine in this hands-on workshop. Discover the healing properties of local plants and leave with 6 oz of your own homemade remedies. Don't miss this empowering opportunity to take control of your health naturally.
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$77
Shoemaking Workshop: Five-Day Intensive
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 224 Roebling St, Brooklyn, NY
A 5-day intensive workshop making shoes, boots, or sneakers of your own design! This will be a cemented shoe construction class, and anyone: beginners to second-timers, to advanced students can take the course. For those who cannot take 5 straight days off work, you can reach out to us to schedule a private session. We hope you can join us! First day starts with an INTO TO SHOEMAKING session. When you sign up for class, we will send you a link to...
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Material Studies by @quispedesign
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Explore how material choices shape performance footwear through hands-on design and practical research. Examine advanced material types, their properties, and real-world applications while developing your own upper concepts. Using sketching and physical prototyping methods, you'll follow an industry-inspired design process. Leave with stronger technical insight and a polished portfolio-ready project.
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Sole Studies by @quispedesign
Brooklyn Shoe Space See all classes by this school @ 87 Richardson Street, Brooklyn, NY
Explore the fundamentals of performance footwear design through a hands-on, design-focused approach. Learn how midsoles and outsoles shape movement, cushioning, and traction while analyzing modern materials and construction methods. Apply what you learn through sketching and concept development to produce a functional, visually compelling tooling design for your portfolio.
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Aristotle and the Left: Materialism, Dialectics, and Utopia (In-Person)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 68 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore how Aristotle's philosophy has been interpreted to support both conservative hierarchies and radical leftist thought. This course examines the dynamic interpretations of Aristotelian theory through the lens of thinkers like Avicenna, Averroes, and Karl Marx, uncovering its potential for critique and change in political structures.
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Aristotle: Nicomachean Ethics
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 68 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore Aristotle’s timeless account of happiness through a critical reading of the Nicomachean Ethics, engaging with questions about virtue, pleasure, and the nature of human action. Examine the social dimensions of moral life and compare classical insights with contemporary virtue ethics. Discover the enduring relevance of Aristotle’s vision of the good life.
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The Philosophy of Color (In-Person)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 68 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY
Explore the enduring philosophical puzzle of color—its nature, perception, and reality. This course examines how science and philosophy intersect in understanding color, from early theories to modern visual psychology. Engage with classic and contemporary thinkers to uncover what color reveals about perception and knowledge itself.
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Reading Sianne Ngai: Aesthetics, Emotions, and Capitalism (In-Person)
Brooklyn Institute for Social Research See all classes by this school @ 1016 Beverley Rd, Brooklyn, NY
Examine the intersection of aesthetics and capitalism through Sianne Ngai’s exploration of feelings, categories, and judgments like the zany, cute, and gimmicky. Unpack how these vernacular aesthetics reveal tensions in value, labor, and time under advanced capitalism. Reflect on how aesthetic forms shape our experiences and critiques of modern life.
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