Good Questions
The practical stuff answered.
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If you're an adult who's ever wished you had something on your calendar that you could look forward to during the week, then yes. Whether you’re ready to finally try belly dancing like you've always talked about or it’s your twelfth year of watercolor because Monday nights just wouldn't feel right without it. Come as you are, and we'll meet you there.
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Pursuit Co. is a nonprofit that brings back the spirit of Salt Lake City's beloved 54-year-old Community Education program. We offer welcoming classes, workshops, lectures, and events that make it easy to spend more time doing things you genuinely enjoy with people who genuinely enjoy them too.
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A bit of everything. Art. Music. Languages. Movement. Practical skills. Workshops. And plenty more as we grow.
Some people come to try something they've always wondered about. Others come back year after year because they've found their thing. We love both.
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People who genuinely love what they do and love helping others discover it, too.
Some are professionals. Some are lifelong hobbyists. Many taught with the original Community Education program for years. What they all have in common is that they know how to make a room feel welcoming and guide you every step of the way, whether it's your very first class or one you've been taking for years.
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Perfect. Many of our classes are designed with beginners in mind. You don't have to be naturally talented, creative, artistic, musical, or athletic. You just have to be willing to embrace a beginner's mindset and give it a try.
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Absolutely. Some people come with a partner, a friend, or their mom. Plenty come on their own. Either way, you'll be walking into a room full of people who showed up for the same reason you did- experience, growth, and connection.
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Register online here. Once you're signed up, we'll send everything you need to know, including where to go, what to bring, and anything else you'll need before your first class.
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Keeping our programs affordable is central to our mission. Whenever possible, we price our classes below comparable offerings. For unique experiences that don't have a direct comparison, we work hard to keep them accessible while fairly paying the instructors who make them possible.
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Most of our classes meet in the evenings at Salt Lake City School District schools. Some workshops and specialty classes will happen elsewhere, but you’ll see the location in the registration details.
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Yes. Most of our classes are held at Salt Lake City School District schools, where ample, free parking is available. If there are any special parking instructions for your class, we'll include them in the email with all of your class details ahead of the session.
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If a class requires special supplies or equipment, we'll let you know in the registration details. Otherwise, just come as you are.
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Students will receive a full refund if a class is dropped 7 days before the class begins. Students requesting to drop fewer than 7 days before the class start date, but before 50% of the class is over, will receive a 50% tuition refund.
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Occasionally a class doesn't receive enough registrations to run. If that happens, you'll receive a full refund.
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Pursuit Co. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Every dollar we earn or raise goes into keeping programs affordable, supporting our great instructors, and creating more opportunities for adults to learn, create, and connect.
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Yes. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, and we'll send you a receipt for your records.
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We're always looking for people who are excited to share their passions.
Whether you've taught for years or have an idea you've always wanted to offer, we'd love to hear about it. You don't need a polished syllabus, just a good idea and enthusiasm for helping other people discover something new.
Submit your new class idea and format here.
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We want everyone to feel welcome. If you need an accommodation, reach out before your class at connect@slcpursuitco.com, and we'll do everything we reasonably can to make your experience a great one.
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First, thank you. The support from this community has been incredible. From sharing memories of Community Education to offering to teach, volunteer, donate, or simply cheer us on, you've reminded us that Pursuit Co. is something we're building together.
You can take a class, teach one, volunteer, donate, or help spread the word (tag us on social!). If you have access to classroom or workshop space, own a business that could host a class or lecture, know of another organization with a complementary mission, or have connections that could help us reach more people, we'd love to hear from you. Every introduction, partnership, and conversation helps create more opportunities for adults in Salt Lake to learn, create, connect, and have a pursuit to look forward to each week.
If you'd like to be part of the journey, we'd love to have you. Reach out at connect@slcpursuitco.com
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Email us anytime at connect@slcpursuitco.com .
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