Community Art Classes
Arts4All Florida offers classes in visual, music, dance and movement and the performing arts to students and adults of all abilities.
Headquartered at the University of South Florida in the College of Education, Arts4All Florida provides, supports and champions arts education and cultural experiences for and by people with disabilities. The goals for our community-based programs are to encourage personal development, group participation, and camaraderie while teaching creative expression. Classes are led by professional artists/art teachers, certified instructors, and disability experts.
Virtual class options have been added to our list of services to meet the needs of the times. In-person programming will be offered again when safety is able to be socially ensured.
For more information on community art classes, please contact Emily Dixon, Director of Programs, Emily Dixon.
If you would like to see additional classes listed, please take a moment to complete our Community Art Class Survey here.
Current Classes
Intro to Animation
A beginner-friendly virtual class designed for students ages 8-22, “Intro to Animation with Max” offers an exciting introduction to digital 2D animation.
Ages: 8-22
When: Fridays, October 3- December 5, 2025.
Time: 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM (EST)
Where: Zoom, Register to receive the link
Wiggles & Words
Join our new teacher, Mr. Chris, for Wiggles & Words, a delightful 30-minute parent/child class designed for our littlest learners, with and without disabilities. Held every Thursday at 11 AM via Zoom, this engaging virtual class blends books, stories, music, movement, and art-making activities. Each week features a new book, instrument introductions, and a mix of beloved songs alongside Mr. Chris’s original tunes. Can’t make it live? No worries—you’ll receive a recording to enjoy at your convenience.
Ages: 18 months to 4 years
When: Thursdays
Time: 11-11:30 am Eastern time
Where: Zoom
Cost: FREE
Register here to receive the Zoom link
Art & Unwind
Feeling stressed? Join us for Art & Unwind: A Stress-Free Virtual Experience. This monthly evening program is designed for artists, teachers, parents, and anyone who wants to have time to de-stress through a guided art project. A list of simple materials you can usually find at home will be included in your confirmation email
When: Monday, January 19, 2027
Time:12-1 PM Eastern Time
For more information click here.
Where: Zoom – Register to receive the link
Drawing and Art Therapy – New session starting soon!
Art therapy can assist children on the autism spectrum to recognize their abilities and develop positive self-esteem. Miss Lee Cohen underlines the value of kids having fun while using art to promote emotional awareness, social cues, and improved communication. All art activities will be condensed to a simple drawing procedure with step-by-step instructions and a few options. Miss Lee’s purpose is for the kids to communicate through artistic mediums using their already visual-minded brains.
Ages: 5-11
When: To be announced
Time: To be announced
Where: Zoom, register to receive the link
All About Dance – New session starting soon! Sign up for more details.
Class Description:
Join Miss Nanci as you explore the world of dance! Focusing on Jazz, Lyrical Dance, Hip Hop, and Folk you will learn history of movement and observe famous dancers. Then warm up your bodies and dance to the music! Students in this class will learn dance terminology, basic dance steps, rhythm, and cultural dances relevant to the seasons.
When: September 30 through December 9, 2025
Time: 6-7 pm EST
Where: Zoom, register to receive the link!
Musical Theatre and Art Classes for students with disabilities, age 18 and up with Nanci Dorau – New session starting soon! Sign up for more details.
Class Description: With professional instruction from Nanci Dorau, students with disabilities can participate in these weekly classes. This series presents musical theatre & movement with appropriate accommodations so that anyone can enjoy the experience
When: October 2 through December 11, 2025
Time: 6-7 pm EST
Where: Zoom, Register to receive the link.
Please contact Emily Dixon, Director of Programs at, Emily Dixon, if you have questions.
Community Art Classes – Virtual Options
Community Art Classes – Virtual
1. Arts4All Florida Teaching Artist facilitates via Zoom a series of 6 one-hour classes scheduled weekly at a specific time.
- Zoom link is sent once registration is completed
- Dance/movement, visual art, music or theatre
- Maximum capacity – 15 students
- Live interaction with instructor is available
2. Arts4All Florida Teaching Artist facilitates via Zoom a series of 6 one-hour classes scheduled weekly at a specific time.
- Online registration required, however FREE
- Program underwritten by a specific grant or organization
- Zoom link is sent once registration is completed
- Dance/movement, visual art, music or theatre
- Maximum capacity – 50 to 75 students
- Minimal to no interaction with instructor, demonstration based
Private Community Art Class Residency Program – Virtual
- Available to private schools, homeschool groups or afterschool programs
- Arts4All Florida teaching artist facilitates 6 one-hour sessions and provides additional Extended Lesson Resources and student interaction through our learning management system
- Classroom teacher or school administrator will select date/time for class and genre of the arts to be taught. Music, Dance/Movement, Visual Art, Theatre
- Fee: $550
Spotlight on Art – Online
- Virtual Community Art Class options that highlight the exceptional teaching artists that work with Arts4All Florida. 10-15 minute “how to” videos posted on YouTube monthly.
- Anyone can access anytime: Spotlight on Art