Class Info

We're offering classes in the following topic areas:

Cooking

Homemade Pasta for Teens

Love to work with your hands? Come learn all about pasta dough: make it, roll it, cut it and cook it. Delish! Then learn to make sauces to enjoy with your pasta. Wear pants, close-toed non-slip shoes and a long sleeved shirt.

  • Location: Montavilla United Methodist, 232 SE 80th Ave, Portland, OR 97215
  • Instructor: Robin Brauer
  • Tuition: $35 + $30 fee
  • Dates: Wed, 7/17
  • Times: 6-9pm
French Cooking for Teens

It's never too soon to start learning how to cook like Julia Child. We'll dip into the book that started it all, making Poulet Saute aux Herbes de Provence, Crepes de Pommes, Tomates a la Provencale and Gateau a l'Orange. Wear pants, close-toed non-slip shoes and a long sleeved shirt.

  • Location: Montavilla United Methodist, 232 SE 80th Ave, Portland, OR 97215
  • Instructor: Robin Brauer
  • Tuition: $35 + $30 fee
  • Dates: Thur, 7/18
  • Times: 6-9pm
Japanese Cooking for Teens

Japanese cooking doesn't have to be so...foreign! Andrea Obana of Daizu Cooking will show you how to create home-style Japanese dishes by applying traditional cooking techniques to local NW ingredients. Wear pants, close-toed non-slip shoes and a long sleeved shirt. Supply list: www.pcc.edu/staff/andrea.obana.

  • Location: Montavilla United Methodist, 232 SE 80th Ave, Portland, OR 97215
  • Instructor: Andrea Obana
  • Tuition: $35 + $25 fee
  • Dates: Mon, 7/15
  • Times: 6-9pm
Vegetarian Indian Cooking for Teens

The vegetarian lifestyle isn't just about health and nutrition. It's also amazingly delicious and allows for tons of creativity. Join us for a hands-on class that covers cooking basics, world vegetarian cuisines and Indian cuisine in particular. Wear pants, close-toed non-slip shoes and a long sleeved shirt. More info: www.pcc.edu/staff/sophie.rahman15.

  • Location: Montavilla United Methodist, 232 SE 80th Ave, Portland, OR 97215
  • Instructor: Sophie Rahman
  • Tuition: $69 + $30 fee + $30 collected in class for materials, payable to "Masala."
  • Dates: M/T/F, 7/8, 7/9 and 7/12
  • Times: 9:30am-12:30pm

Crafts

Apparel Construction: Beginning Sewing for Teens

Learn to read and use patterns and simple sewing techniques to construct an apron and tote bag. Develop hand sewing methods; learn to apply pockets, zippers, buttonholes and more. Be creative with your fabric and trim in this fun class!

  • Location Sylvania Campus, HT 317
  • Instructor: Eileen Celentano
  • Tuition: $205
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/15-7/26
  • Times: 9:30am-12:20pm
Backstrap Weaving for Teens

Make a stylish, useful strap using the fun and easy craft of backstrap weaving. Use it as a clothing accessory, guitar or camera strap or lanyard. Fee includes loom and materials. Supply list: www.pcc.edu/staff/peggy.ross1

Fashion Drawing and Design for Teens

Learn to draw the fashion figure, develop skills in drawing clothing and create fashion figures dressed in your own design ideas or from fashion looks that you like. You will have some time to illustrate your figures as a final project.

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 309
  • Instructor: Eileen Celentano
  • Tuition: $205
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/15-7/26
  • Times: 1- 3:50pm
Knitting and Summertime: A Perfect Pair

Knitting isn't just for winter months. Come learn to make a shiny cotton headband or a felt bag. Or get started on a gorgeous cowl for autumn. The possibilities are endless. Perfect for both beginners and those looking to advance their skills.

  • Location: Willow Creek Center, Room 208
  • Instructor: Nenah Galati
  • Tuition: $75
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/29-8/2
  • Times: 10-11:50am
Sewing with Style for Teens

Learn the basics of machine sewing, including survival stitches and reading patterns. Show your style and make a phone/laptop case and drawstring pants or shorts. Bring functioning sewing machine and materials on supply list.

  • Location: Willow Creek Center, Room 208
  • Instructor: Peggy Ross
  • Tuition: $119 + $45 payable in class to "Peggy Ross Studios."
  • Dates: Mon/Wed/Thur, 7/29-8/8
  • Times: 1-3:50pm

Dance and Music

Ballet for Teen Non-Ballerinas

Explore this time-honored art form in a fun and supportive environment. Ballet tones your entire body, strengthens your core, increases flexibility and is a great foundation for learning other dance forms. Wear fitted active wear and ballet slippers or bare feet.

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 102
  • Instructor: Hannah Downs
  • Tuition: $55
  • Dates: Mon/Wed/Fri, 7/15-7/26
  • Times: 2-2:50 pm
Beat Making for Teens

Learn all about urban and electronic dance music, using tools for professional beat production and performance, including drum machine and sampler sequencing. Expect hand claps and head nods. Bring your own headphones.

Section 1:

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 138
  • Instructor: Ben Bogard
  • Tuition: $79
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 8/5-8/9
  • Times: 3-4:50pm

Section 2:

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 309
  • Instructor: Ben Bogard
  • Tuition: $79
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/8-7/12
  • Times: 1- 2:50P
Your Voice – Use it! Teen Singing

Burst into song! Improve your solo and group singing skills. We'll use different styles (blues, pop, gospel, folk, rock) while working on breath, tone, pitch, rhythm and harmony. Taught by nationally-acclaimed singer/songwriter Anne Weiss. Performance open to friends and family on 7/12 at 2 pm.

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 138
  • Instructor: Anne Weiss
  • Tuition: $79 + 5 Fee
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/8-7/12
  • Times: 1-2:50pm

Languages

French for Teens

Apprendre le français! A native French speaker will guide you through an interactive and fun approach to learning the French language. We'll use games, crossword puzzles and group discussion to learn the foundations.

Section 1:

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 137
  • Instructor: Margaret Murer
  • Tuition: $79
  • Dates: Tue/Thur, 7/9-7/25
  • Times: 10-11:50am

Section 2:

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, Tue/Thur: HT 324, Sat 7/20: HT 323
  • Instructor: Linda Machtelinckx
  • Tuition: $79
  • Dates: Tue/Thur, 7/9-7/18, and Sat, 7/20
  • Times: 10-11:50am
Latin for Teens

Latin is the parent of all Romance languages and the basis for about 70% of English vocabulary. Through a series of fun activities, students will learn basic concepts and vocabulary, as well as history and culture of Ancient Rome.

Section 1:

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 309
  • Instructor: Emily Lann
  • Tuition: $89
  • Dates: Tue/Thur, 7/9-7/25
  • Times: 10-11:50am

Section 2:

  • Location: Willow Creek Center, Room 207
  • Instructor: Harry York
  • Tuition: $89
  • Dates: Tue/Thur, 7/9-7/25
  • Times: 10-11:50am
Spanish for Teens

Explore the Spanish language through hands-on projects, songs, role-playing, games, music, and other fun activities.

Section 1:

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 137
  • Instructor: Mario Galindo
  • Tuition: $169
  • Dates: Mon/Wed, 7/8-8/14
  • Times: 1-2:50pm

Section 2:

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 213
  • Instructor: Mario Galindo
  • Tuition: $169
  • Dates: Mon/Wed, 7/8-8/14
  • Times: 9:30-11:20am

Life Skills

Hair and Makeup for Teens

Come learn how to make yourself look and feel your best. Stylist Dayna Cakebread will show you how to care for and style your hair, and esthetician Sheila McCoy will show you how to care for your skin and apply makeup. Supply list: www.pcc.edu/staff/dayna.cakebread.

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Emergency Survival Training for Teens

Prepare for any kind of emergency. We’ll cover food, water, shelter, sanitation, communication, first aid, and making a family plan. You'll also make a complete bug-out kit and learn safe self-defense from a retired police officer. Fee includes bug-out kit materials.

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 138
  • Instructor: Larinda Peterson
  • Tuition: $39 + $45 fee
  • Dates: Mon-Wed, 7/15-7/17
  • Times: 1-2:20pm
Zombie Apocalypse Survival Workshop for Teens

Don’t be caught off guard when the zombie apocalypse occurs. Improve your odds of survival by learning how to make plans with your family, assemble an emergency preparedness kit for your home and start a fire by yourself.

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 307
  • Instructor: Kim Janik
  • Tuition: $35 + $15 fee
  • Dates: Sat, 7/20
  • Times: 1-4:50pm

Sports

Archery for Teens Age 13-16

The ancient skill of archery is making a comeback! Come learn basic skills through fun archery games and competitions. All equipment provided.

Section 1:

  • Location: Rock Creek Campus, Building 5, Gym
  • Instructor: Paul Webb
  • Tuition: $69
  • Dates: Sat, 7/13-8/17
  • Times: 1-2:20pm

Section 2:

  • Location: Rock Creek Campus, Building 5, Gym
  • Instructor: Paul Webb
  • Tuition: $69
  • Dates: Sat, 7/13-8/17
  • Times: 2:30-3:50pm
American Red Cross Jr. Guard for Teens Age 12-14

This course is designed to give 12 to 14 year olds a sneak peek into what it takes to become a great lifeguard. We cover all the basics and get you ready to enter the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program when you turn 15.

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, Pool
  • Instructor: Colin Perkins
  • Tuition: $85
  • Dates: M/T/W/R, 6/29-8/17
  • Times: 2:15-3:15pm
Golf for Teens

Taught by a local pro! First three classes meet on the range. Bucket of balls $7.50; last class on course $16. Bring your own clubs, or rent.

  • Location: Lake Oswego Golf, 17525 SW Stafford Rd, Lake Oswego, OR 97034
  • Instructor: Gary Huffmaster
  • Tuition: $55
  • Dates: Sun, 7/7-7/28
  • Times: 10-11:30am
Kayaking for Teens Age 12-15

Discover kayaking! Learn basic strokes, boat control and the fundamental elements of kayaking. Equipment and supervised instruction provided.

Section 1:

  • Location: Portland Kayak Company, 6600 SW Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97239
  • Instructor: Ann Brown
  • Tuition: $180
  • Dates: Mon-Wed, 7/15-7/17 (Must register/drop by 7/8)
  • Times: 9am-1pm

Section 2:

  • Location: Portland Kayak Company, 6600 SW Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97239
  • Instructor: Ann Brown
  • Tuition: $180
  • Dates: Mon-Wed, 8/5-8/7 (Must register/drop by 7/29)
  • Times: 9am-1pm
Longboarding 101 for Teens

Learn to ride a longboard down Mt. Tabor! You’ll master the basics and have fun with other students. Bring your longboard, helmet, slide gloves, elbow and knee pads. Park map: www.pcc.edu/staff/robin.mcguirk.

Section 1:

  • Location:Mount Tabor Park, Meet at Picnic Shelter A
  • Instructor: Robin McGuirk
  • Tuition: $55 + $5 Fee
  • Dates: Wed, 7/17-7/31
  • Times: 4-5:50pm

Section 2:

  • Location: Mount Tabor Park, Meet at Picnic Shelter A
  • Instructor: Robin McGuirk
  • Tuition: $55 + $5 Fee
  • Dates: Wed, 8/7-8/21
  • Times: 4-5:50pm
Rowing and Sculling for Teens

Join this competitive rowing program for youth ages 12-17. If you're new to rowing or want to try a new sport, come on out for some hard work and fun!

  • Location: Charlie Brown Water Sports Center, 350 Oswego Pointe Drive, Lake Oswego, OR
  • Instructor: Susan Wood
  • Tuition: $99
  • Dates: Tue/Thur, 7/9-7/25
  • Times: 4:30-6:30pm
Self Defense for Teens

Learn simple and effective self defense techniques and strategies, build self confidence and learn how to avoid harmful situations.

  • Location: Sylvania Campus HT Gym
  • Instructor: David Bersaas
  • Tuition: $39
  • Dates: Tues, 07/09 - 07/30
  • Times: 6:30 - 7:20pm
Tennis for Teens

This intro class includes grip, strokes and scoring rules. Bring racket and one unopened can of tennis balls.

Section 1:

  • Location: Gabriel Park Tennis Courts, 6820 SW 45th Ave, Portland, OR 97219
  • Instructor: Todd Ficken
  • Tuition: $45 + $5 fee
  • Dates: Tues, 7/9-7/23
  • Times: 4:30-6pm
  • Note: Tennis courts are outdoors, uncovered

Section 2:

  • Location: Rock Creek Campus, Building 5, Gym
  • Instructor: Kent Slack
  • Tuition: $55
  • Dates: Wed, 7/10-8/14
  • Times: 2:30-3:20pm
Yoga for Teens
This energizing introductory yoga class helps improve flexibility, posture and core strength while helping you relieve stress.
  • Location: Sylvania Campus HT 101
  • Instructor: Peggy Frieze
  • Tuition: $65
  • Dates: Mon/Wed, 07/08 - 07/31
  • Times: 10 - 10:50am

Technology

C# Programming for Teens - Level I

Understand the syntax of basic constructs. Create and call methods in an application. Create new types; know the differences between reference and value types. Catch, handle and throw exceptions. Use inheritance and implementing interfaces. Text included.

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 309
  • Instructor: Ramesh Dindukruthi
  • Tuition: $275 + $29 Fee
  • Dates: Mon/Tue/Thur/Fri, 7/8-7/19
  • Times: 6-8:20pm
C# Programming for Teens - Level II

Understand events and delegates; learn to use collection classes and generic collection classes, as well as file and directory classes.

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 309
  • Instructor: Ramesh Dindukruthi
  • Tuition: $149
  • Text: MS Visual C# 2012 Step by Step
  • Dates: Mon/Tue/Thur/Fri, 7/22-7/26
  • Times: 6-8:20pm
Radio Controlled Aircraft for Teens

Learn the basics in this popular ground school class for radio controlled crafts. Includes training, gas powered vs. electric, types of radio controls, FCC standards and more.

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT GYM
  • Instructor: Ken Gullberg
  • Tuition: $79
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/15-7/19
  • Times: 3:30-5:20pm

Test Prep

Relieving Test Anxiety for Teens

Test anxiety getting you down? Learn skills that will help you get on the road to academic success. Topics include: stress management, test taking strategies, memory techniques and how to cram like a pro.

Section 1:

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 124
  • Instructor: Angelina Davis
  • Tuition: $35
  • Dates: Thurs, 7/11-7/18
  • Times: 9:30-11:20am

Section 2:

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 309
  • Instructor: Angelina Davis
  • Tuition: $35
  • Dates: Thurs, 8/8-8/15
  • Times: 12:30-2:20pm
SAT Prep for Teens

Achieve your best score possible on the SAT and increase your chances of getting into the college of your choice! Emphasis on test-taking strategies and skill building. First and last class include practice test. Textbook provided. Bring #2 pencils, eraser and calculator.

Section 1:

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 137
  • Instructor: Jean Mittelstaedt
  • Tuition: $245 + $115 Fee
  • Dates: Mon/Weds, 7/8-8/5
  • Times: 9am-12:50pm (first and last class session) 10am-11:50pm (all other class sessions)

Section 2:

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 321
  • Instructor: Jean Mittelstaedt
  • Tuition: $245 + $115 Fee
  • Dates: Tue/Thurs, 7/9-08/6
  • Times: 9am-12:50pm (first and last class session) 10-11:50am (all other class sessions)

Visual Arts and Mixed Media

Digital Photography for Teens

Create beautiful, dynamic images using your digital camera. We'll cover composition and perspective, as well as how to use lenses and other equipment artistically.

  • Location: Willow Creek Center, Room 208
  • Instructor: Mel Huffman
  • Tuition: $79
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/8-7/12
  • Times: 10-11:50am
Street Style Fine Art for Teens

Explore techniques used in street art, such as aerosol painting, stenciling and wheat pasting... and then apply them to fine art practices. We'll host an artist reception to showcase your creations.

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 138
  • Instructor: deAngelo Raines
  • Tuition: $109
  • Dates: M/W/F, 8/5-8/16
  • Times: 1-2:50pm
Teen Zine Making

Join veteran zinester A.M. O'Malley in learning the How, What and Why of zines. The class will also include creating your very own zine. A zine is an independent publication made for passion and not for profit.

  • Location: Independent Publishing Resource Center, 1001 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202
  • Instructor: A.M. O’Malley
  • Tuition: $89 + $15 Fee
  • Dates: Tue/Thur, 7/30-8/8
  • Times: 1-2:50pm
Visual-Verbal: A Teen Graphic Novel Workshop

Drawing on the unique visual-verbal vocabulary of the graphic novel, create moments when characters struggle to make decisions and the world reacts in unpredictable ways. Outline your plot and complete some story artwork. Any level welcome.

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 133
  • Instructor: John Isaacson
  • Tuition: $79 + $15 Fee
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 8/12-8/16
  • Times: 3-4:50pm
Wonderful World of Direct and Cameraless Animation for Teens

Using strips of 16 mm film, you will draw, etch, glue and paint images to be projected as both short film loops and one long animated film. Techniques to be explored include the drawing of sound, use of sound footage and basic editing.

  • Location: Southeast Center, Tabor 138
  • Instructor: Ben Popp
  • Tuition: $89 + $30 Fee
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/29-8/2
  • Times: 2-4:50pm

Writing

Teen Writers Workshop

Love to write? Hone your skills with a published author. We'll write poetry and short stories, ending the week with a poetry slam. You'll learn how to find new ideas, revise your work and get published.

  • Location: Willow Creek Center, Room 215
  • Instructor: Marianne Monson
  • Tuition: $89
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/15-7/19
  • Times: 10am-1:50pm
Writing Very Short Stories: Hint, Flash and iStories for Teens

How do these stories pack a punch? We'll focus on stories of 25-700 words, each with its own tiny narrative arc. Winnowing a story to its core is like a puzzle; we’ll read examples and write our own.

  • Location: Sylvania Campus, HT 322
  • Instructor: Kristin Walrod
  • Tuition: $79 + $2 Fee
  • Dates: Mon-Fri, 7/29-8/2
  • Dates/Times: 1-2:50pm