Personal Enrichment

Spring 2026 Community Education Personal Enrichment Courses

Ballroom Dance for Teens/Adults 

Section #4

Mondays
April 6 – April 27
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 10957
CFP 881-54
Fee: $60

Students, 16 years and older, will learn the basic steps, style and rhythm of Waltz, Rumba, swing, and foxtrot. No partner or experience necessary. Register for Ballroom Dance.
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306

Intro to Latin Dance for Teens/Adults 

Section #4

Mondays
April 6 – April 27
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 10958
CFP 882-54
Fee: $60

Students, 16 years and older, will learn the basic steps, style and rhythm of Merengue, Bachata, Salsa, and Cha Cha. No partner or experience necessary. Register for Intro to Latin Dance.
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306

Introduction to Ballet and Modern Dance for Teens/Adults 

Section #4

Tuesdays
April 7 – April 28
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 10956
CFP 742-54
Fee: $60

Students will learn elements of classical ballet, classical modern dance (Horton, Limon, Graham) with a healthy dose of post-modern dance (generally a mix of theater and dance) and jazz. Please wear stretchy clothing, have long hair pulled up in a pony tail, and be prepared to dance in socks or barefoot. Register for Intro to Ballet and Modern Dance.
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306

New! Intermediate Swing Dance for Teens/Adults

Section #4

Tuesdays
April 7 – April 28
6-7 p.m.
CRN# 10966
CFP 832-54
Fee: $60

Students will learn the intermediate footwork, rhythm, and styling of East Coast (6-count) Swing. Some basic dance experience is recommended. Register for Intermediate Swing Dance. 
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306

Intro to Swing Dance for Teens/Adults

Section #4

Thursdays
April 9 – April 30
7-8 p.m.
CRN# 10959
CFP 897-54
Fee: $60

Students learn the footwork, rhythm and styling of East Coast Swing (6 count) Dance. No partner or experience necessary. Register for Intro to Swing Dance.
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY 12306

New! Novice Ballroom Dance for Teens/Adults

Section #4

Saturdays
April 11 – May 2
3-4 p.m.
CRN# 10971
CFP 834-54
Fee: $60

Students with little or no dance background will be introduced to the basic elements of up to 6 ballroom dances: rumba, waltz, east coast swing, hustle, cha-cha, and foxtrot. No partner or experience necessary. Register for Novice Ballroom Dance.
This course will be held at Dreamlights Studio at the Viaport Mall, 93 W. Campbell Rd., Schenectady, NY, 12306

Paranormal 101

Wednesdays 
April 1 – May 6  
7:30-9:30 p.m.
CRN# 10589
CFP 747-51  
Fee: $190

Join paranormal investigator/researcher Stacey Hawkins, who is the protégé of nationally known paranormal investigator Jack Kenna, for Jack’s Paranormal 101 course. In this course, you will learn the steps necessary to build and grow a successful paranormal team and research/investigate haunted locations. Students will find out how to find and work with clients. They will examine the most common equipment used and learn how they work/when to use them. Students will also gain tips and techniques for optimizing equipment to capture quality evidence; and review evidence of actual paranormal activity. Students will receive a coursebook signed by Jack Kenna. Register for Paranormal 101.
Note: Students will participate in an off-site investigation on Monday, April 27 from 7-11 p.m. at Proctors in Schenectady. 

Aikido for Adults and Teens

Thursdays  
April 2 – May 7
7-8:15 p.m.
CRN# 10591
CFP 800-51  
Fee: $75

Students, ages 14 and older, will practice Hombu style Aikido, which strengthens the body, mind, and spirit. Aikido uses blending and redirecting techniques, Jujutsu joint locks and boxing elements that keep this martial art applicable for all individuals. Aikido promotes self-defense, flexibility, strength building and coordination. Register for Aikido.
Note: Students are asked to wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle. 
This course will be held at the Yama Kawa Dojo located at 140 Erie Blvd., Schenectady, NY 12305, Suite 211

Paranormal Research – Psychic Abilities

Tuesdays
April 7 – June 9  
7:30-9:30 p.m.
CRN# 10803
CFP 760-51  
Fee: $255

This course goes in depth into connecting with your latent psychic abilities, enhance the abilities you already have, understand the different types of psychic abilities, identify what ability you may have, using these abilities to connect with spirit, assist with paranormal investigations, identify positive/negative energies. The course will also cover spiritual protection techniques and tools, spirit portals and how to detect and close them, the signs of spirit attachment, cleansing techniques and tools. The course does require at least one hour of nightly study at home outside of class. All students will receive a cleansing kit. Register for Paranormal Research - Psychic Abilities.
Note: There will be an off-site investigation on Saturday, May 31, from 7-11 p.m. at Shaker Heritage Society in Albany.