Feeling Bored? Learn a New Skill at These 5 Bradenton and Sarasota Locations

Are you itching for something new? Learning a new skill through a class or two is a great way to expand your horizons, get to know your neighbors and become involved in the community. Here are several places in Bradenton and Sarasota offering classes in everything from art to yoga, giving you the chance to learn and embrace a new skill.

ArtCenter Manatee
209 9th St West, Bradenton

Have you ever wished you could learn how to draw? What about your photography skills, do they need a little improvement? ArtCenter Manatee provides art instruction for people of all ages, including camps and classes for children as young as four all the way up to classes for adults. Learn or hone your artistic skills by signing up for one of these classes.

Sarasota Dance Academy
1100 N Tuttle Ave, #17, Sarasota

It's never too late to learn how to dance! Sarasota Dance Academy has a number of dance classes for adults, including everything from ballet to jazz. Learn how to samba, waltz (and more), get some exercise, and meet others who are excited about dance as well.

Bonnie Gray Productions
1816 9th St West, Bradenton

Bonnie Gray Productions offers "That's Dancing" classes for adults. With options for tap dancing, Polynesian dance and jazz, Bonnie Gray will prepare you for a dance competition, wedding or any other event during which you have to show you have some moves. If you really love what you learn, you can even join a performance group! The Manatee Central Hall location in Bradenton offers classes on Tuesday evenings with a number of styles available,  while the Renaissance on 9th facility offers beginner and advanced classes in tap and jazz.

Thrive Yoga & Fitness
8819 Cortez Rd West, Bradenton

Are you interested in the benefits of yoga, but find yourself worried about looking foolish in front of experienced yogis? Thrive Yoga & Fitness loves beginners and will teach you how to benefit from yoga exercise in a fun and supportive environment. Class schedules include quite a bit of variety, including couples yoga classes to keep you engaged as you learn the skills.

Renaissance School of Art
4063 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota

Painting and drawing workshops taught by award-winning artists covering a variety of media will help you learn how to capture what you see on canvas and paper. Renaissance School of Art also offers private lessons and painting trips for those who are serious about learning more about art.

Where is your favorite place to take a class or two in Bradenton or Sarasota? With so many options in the area, we would love to hear what you’ve enjoyed!