Personal enrichment at Columbus State University—classes for the joy of learning. Dance, fitness, languages, visual arts, writing, and lifestyle courses for adults in Columbus, Phenix City, Auburn, and across the Chattahoochee Valley, taught by instructors who love their subjects. No grades, no admissions, no prerequisites for most courses—just pick something that interests you and register. Choose a subject below to browse courses.

Good to know

  • Open to everyone—you do not need to be a CSU student to enroll
  • Evening and weekend options built for working schedules
  • Small classes on the Columbus State campus and nearby community venues
  • Drop-in options on select classes—try one before committing to a series
  • New sessions added through the year—check back each season

Questions, or an idea for a class you wish we offered? Reach us at assistance@columbusstate.edu or 706-507-8070.

Dance Health & Fitness Humanities Lifestyle Saturday Sessions Visual Arts

Courses

Adult Ballet

This class is tailored for adult dancers of any age and experience to begin or continue ballet technique training.

September 1-25, 2026, The Rankin
October 1-30, 2026, The Rankin
November 3-27, 2026, The Rankin
January 5-29, 2027, The Rankin
February 2-26, 2027, The Rankin
March 2-30, 2027, The Rankin
April 1-30, 2027, The Rankin

American Sign Language Basics for Beginners

Build a strong foundation in American Sign Language in this engaging, in-person course taught by a Deaf instructor. Learn practical signs, fingerspelling, everyday communication, and Deaf culture through hands-on practice.

September 21, 2026 to October 26, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Balloon Art Basics: Create Stunning Arrangements

Learn the basics of balloon design in this fun 4-hour class! Create your own colorful garland or centerpiece-perfect for parties, events, or just because. No experience needed!

Saturday, September 19, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Basics of Drawing for Beginners

Learn to draw with confidence in this beginner-friendly class covering the essential tools and techniques every artist needs. Practice shading, blending, proportion, and more as you build skills through hands-on drawing exercises.

Saturday, October 3, 2026, The Rankin

Beginner to Intermediate Sewing: Alterations Made Easy

Students will learn common alterations including hemming pants and skirts, tapering pant legs, taking in side seams, replacing elastic, and making basic clothing repairs.

November 10, 2026 to December 1, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Beginner to Intermediate Sewing: Easy Fit Skirts

This class is the perfect introduction to garment sewing. Students should already know how to thread a sewing machine, sew straight seams, press fabric, and complete simple sewing projects independently.

September 29, 2026 to November 3, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Beginning Conversational French

This course will teach you the proper pronunciation of French words that you can use in your travels and cultural tips about France and other French-speaking countries.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
Click here to request this course or to be notified when the next session is scheduled.

Bread Making

Learn the art of mixing and kneading dough by hand, developing the gluten structure for a soft, airy crumb.

Saturday, September 12, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Charcoal Drawing: Crash Course

Discover the bold, expressive possibilities of charcoal in this fast-paced, hands-on drawing course. Learn essential techniques for shading, blending, texture, depth, and contrast while building confidence with the medium.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
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Charcuterie Board Basics

Learn how to create a beautiful charcuterie board-and enjoy the one you build with classmates in this fun, hands-on class.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
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Conversational Japanese

Whether you want to learn conversational Japanese for travel or just for fun, you'll find this course makes it easy and enjoyable for beginners to master the essentials of the Japanese language.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
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Creative Writing Series

Spark your creativity and start writing with this online writing course bundle. You will learn the mechanics of writing and editing, and have your story workshopped by peers.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
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Crochet & Cocoa

Crochet & Cocoa: Create a Holiday Stocking or Scarf

Saturday, November 7, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Floral Arrangement

Immerse yourself in the art of floral design! perfect for beginners and flower enthusiasts alike!

Saturday, October 24, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Friday Pickleball Open Court Reservation

Whether you're playing for fun or perfecting your game, Open Court Pickleball is a great way to stay active and connect with the community!

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.

Groove & Sweat - Zumba-Inspired Dance Fitness

Love to dance? Get ready to move, groove, and work up a sweat! Groove & Sweat is an upbeat dance-fitness class featuring energetic music, easy-to-follow choreography, and cardio-inspired movements. Designed for adults who enjoy the fun, high-energy atmosphere of dance workouts, this class is a great way to get active, boost your mood, and have fun while you exercise.No dance experience necessary-just bring your energy and get ready to groove!

August 25, 2026 to September 17, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

How to Make Money From Your Writing

Learn the secrets, methods, and tips to help you generate money with your writing. Whether you want to create your own business, add to your income, supplement your retirement, or boost what you're earning as a writer, this class includes practical information that rarely gets taught in writing classes.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
Click here to request this course or to be notified when the next session is scheduled.

Instant Italian

This dynamic course will teach you how to express yourself comfortably in Italian. You'll read, hear, and practice dialogues of everyday words which will teach you to communicate in a wide variety of settings.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
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Interior Design Basics

Acquire best practices in interior design space planning, focusing on selecting the right materials and finishes for various projects. You will also learn to effectively apply interior design principles to create a cohesive residential design plan.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
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Intermediate Sewing: Decoding Sewing Patterns

This intermediate course teaches students how to confidently read pattern envelopes, understand pattern markings and instructions, select the correct size, lay out pattern pieces, and cut fabric accurately.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
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Introduction to Improv Comedy

Learn to harness your fear and commit anyway

October 7, 2026 to November 25, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Introduction to Woodworking

Using techniques developed hundreds of years ago along with demonstrations and personal instruction by the instructor, you will build three tools to use in your future woodworking, and a small box (a great gift, or something for your shop) during the four sessions.

October 5-15, 2026, EBTC Room 117A

Landscapes in Acrylic Painting I

Bring landscapes to life with acrylics as you learn to mix color, build layers, and create skies, mountains, trees, water, and more. This beginner-friendly course will help you build confidence with composition, perspective, and brushwork while creating vibrant natural scenes.

December 10-12, 2026, The Rankin

Monday Pickleball Open Court Reservation

Whether you're playing for fun or perfecting your game, Open Court Pickleball is a great way to stay active and connect with the community!

Monday, September 14, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, September 21, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, September 28, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, October 5, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, October 12, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, October 19, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, October 26, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, November 2, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, November 9, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, November 16, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, November 23, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, November 30, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Monday, December 7, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court

Pencil Drawing for Beginners

Dive into the essentials of pencil drawing in this course designed for beginners and intermediate artists alike.

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
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Photography Workshop

Embark on a creative adventure with our Photo Scavenger Hunt Workshop!

Saturday, October 17, 2026, The Rankin

Sailing in the South

When you're sailing--find tranquility, find serenity, find the joy of innocence again!

Saturday, October 24, 2026, Chattahoochee Sail Club

Spanish for Medical Professionals

This course skips the touristy topics and focuses on the basic medical Spanish phrases you really need to know in a medical setting. Whether you're new to the language or just want a refresher, this medical Spanish class can help you. ¡Vamos! (Let's go!)

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.
Click here to request this course or to be notified when the next session is scheduled.

Thursday Pickleball Open Court Reservation

Whether you're playing for fun or perfecting your game, Open Court Pickleball is a great way to stay active and connect with the community!

No sessions are currently scheduled for this course.

Tuesday Pickleball Open Court Reservation

Whether you're playing for fun or perfecting your game, Open Court Pickleball is a great way to stay active and connect with the community!

Tuesday, September 15, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court

Urban Line Dancing

It's a social, high-energy experience that makes fitness feel like a dance party! Drop-in anytime.

August 20, 2026 to December 10, 2026, EBTC Room 214

Watercolor CC

Explore the fundamentals of watercolor in this hands-on, beginner-friendly course. Through demonstrations, guided exercises, and painting projects, you'll learn essential techniques for working with water, pigment, washes, and texture while building confidence and developing your own artistic style.

Saturday, September 19, 2026, The Rankin

Wednesday Pickleball Open Court Reservation

Whether you're playing for fun or perfecting your game, Open Court Pickleball is a great way to stay active and connect with the community!

Wednesday, September 9, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, November 11, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, November 25, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, CSU Pickleball Court

Wreaths & Whimsy: A Festive DIY Workshop

In this fun 4-hour class, you'll design and create your own custom wreath using seasonal materials.

Saturday, October 10, 2026, Elizabeth Bradley Turner Center

Yogatry

A Journey of Holistic Healing & Empowered Wholeness

August 8, 2026 to November 14, 2026, EBTC Room 214