1-on-1 classes

Community Ed

PCC Community Ed 1-on-1 classes offer high-quality courses customized, individualized, and scheduled specifically for you.

Discover or hone a skill.
Improve your health and way of life.
Find your voice or creative outlet.

Review the programs below, and contact us if you have questions.

Arts

Whether you are dusting off an instrument, continuing a musical hobby, or wishing to go professional, working individually is the most effective and efficient way to deepen your skills and develop your talents. Learn at your own pace.

1-on-1 storytelling coaching

If you have a story in mind or you just know that you have a personal story to tell, work with a coach to dive into your narrative, find new meanings in it, and practice telling it. Expect exploratory conversations and tailored assignments.

1-on-1 writing coaching

Whether you have a particular project in mind or just want to get your writing juices flowing, working with a writing coach can help you focus and get work on the page. With regular meetings and assignments, develop discipline and dig in.

Careers, technology, and finance

1-on-1 public speaking coaching

Feel the thrill of speaking to an audience! Be fearless! Be inspired! Be confident! Energize yourself, your speech, and others. With sessions that are tailored to your specific goals, coaching is an excellent way to build and enhance your skills, increase confidence, and manage nervousness. You’ll learn and practice key techniques and receive motivating, supportive feedback. If you want to succeed, you must intrigue! With one-on-one training, your gifts will shine!

1-on-1 computer instruction

Most of us use only a fraction of the tools accessible via our computers. Work at your own pace with an expert and patient instructor to identify and work toward your personal technology goals. Topics range from the ins and outs of using your computer and common software programs to creating a basic website or working on a special project. For Mac and PC users.

Home, garden, and self

1-on-1 baking coaching

Are you looking for support with your baking? Do you have questions about how to perfect a particular recipe or baking genre? Do you want to become a better baker? Working 1-on-1 with an experienced baking instructor can help you meet your goals.

1-on-1 plant-based lifestyle coaching

If you are looking to transition to a more plant-based lifestyle but need help getting there, working with a plant-based home chef can help you meet your goals. Design customized meals and food prep plans all while meeting your nutritional needs and learning the health benefits of a plant-based diet. Together you will identify dishes and snacks you’ll love and practice meal planning, shopping, recipes, and strategies for staying on course.

1-on-1 organic gardening coaching

Are you new to organic gardening and need help getting started? Or maybe you want to improve your existing home garden. Beginners and seasoned gardeners alike will learn useful tips and tricks to apply to your specific home garden and achieve your goals while working with gardening specialist and beloved instructor, Jolie Donohue.

1-on-1 chess lessons

Whether you are new to chess or an advanced player, learn the fundamentals of the game, tips and tactics, and how to progress in your skills. Practice with a nationally ranked instructor and learn from your own gameplay to develop winning strategies with a flexible lesson plan personalized especially for you.

1-on-1 home organization coaching

Stay motivated while decluttering your entire house or tackling a problem area. Kaye will help you create a plan for your project, stay focused, and help develop a system of organization that is easily maintained. Students can expect to spend three hours a week working on their space, one with the instructor and two independently.

1-on-1 personal styling

Are you frustrated with your appearance and clothes in your closet? Feeling confident and comfortable in your clothes matters. Cristina can aid students in any stage of life, find their confidence and sense of self again. Learn to have fun with fashion and feel less stress finding something to wear, while improving your overall sense of style and well being.

1-on-1 garden habitat coaching

Habitat for pollinators and birds can look like potted plants or a yard with a patch of Pacific Northwest shrubs, trees and flowers. Benefit from one on one support to match the conditions of your garden or yard with plants that support your habitat goals.

1-on-1 outdoor space: mindful design

Do you have endless projects in your outdoor space but don’t know where to start? With the help of an artist and designer, explore ways to cultivate peace while designing your yard, garden or outdoor space. Whether it is completing a current DIY project, designing a special garden oasis, or creating a new focal point in your yard receive 1-on-1 help to turn project dreams into possibilities.

Languages

1-on-1 Spanish instruction

Study Spanish with one of your favorite PCC Community Ed instructors! Would your language development benefit from a personalized curriculum? Whether you’re just starting out or have previous experience, you and your instructor will work together to co-create and execute a learning plan tailored to your goals and language level.

1-on-1 English instruction

Study English with one of PCC’s best Community Education instructors! Would your language development benefit from a personalized curriculum? Whether you’re just starting out or have previous experience, you and your instructor will work together to co-create and execute a learning plan tailored to your goals and language level.

1-on-1 German instruction

Study German with one of PCC’s best Community Education instructors! Would your language development benefit from a personalized curriculum? Whether you’re just starting out or have previous experience, you and your instructor will work together to co-create and execute a learning plan tailored to your goals and language level.

1-on-1 Chinese instruction

Would your Mandarin Chinese language development benefit from a personalized curriculum? Whether you’re just starting out or have previous experience, you and your instructor will work together to co-create and execute a learning plan tailored to your goals and language level.

1-on-1 Japanese instruction

Improve your Japanese language skills by working individually with an experienced, highly rated educator. Focus on any combination of vocabulary, conversation, grammar, reading and writing to develop your comprehension and ability to communicate.

Recreation and wellness

1-on-1 personal training

Personal fitness training gives you the opportunity to exercise in a one-on-one environment with a nationally certified personal trainer, educated through PCC’s Exercise Science program. Your trainer will evaluate your current fitness level and design an individual program based on your fitness test results and goals, then guide you through a safe and effective routine.

1-on-1 health coaching

Feel your best with your own personal health coach! Whether you would like to eat better, exercise more, reduce stress, increase your energy, or tackle other life challenges, your personal coach is dedicated to helping you succeed. Our certified health and wellness coaches are here to give you structure, provide accountability, and empower you to achieve your goals.

1-on-1 yoga lessons

Private lessons are an excellent way to get started with yoga or to deepen your practice. Our knowledgeable and welcoming instructors will be your personal resource for exploring this ancient practice, which has been proven to help improve mental health, reduce stress, and increase overall wellness. All levels are welcome.

1-on-1 tennis lessons

For beginners and experienced tennis players, private lessons are a great way to achieve your goals. Do you want to learn or improve a skill, learn court strategy, or have fun with newfound success? If so, private lessons are a great way to accomplish those objectives.

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