Whether you are a school, community center, senior living facility, library, or business, we’d love to provide a program for you and bring the arts to your organization!

Outreach Education Programs

Bringing the Arts into Our Community!

Fairmount’s mission is to enrich lives and nurture our community through a diversity of art offerings in dance, theatre, music, fitness, and visual arts.  Not only do we offer a multitude of arts experiences on-site at our own facility, but we are also committed to and strive to bring the arts to you through outreach education programs and performance viewing opportunities.

We encourage discovery, learning, and the development of new skills in a friendly and welcoming way. We offer Standard and Customized outreach education programming for all ages, abilities and art interests. Programs are generally offered on a weekly basis for a determined number of classes in a session.  The duration of a class is typically one (1) hour. We also offer one day workshops, camps, monthly classes, and field trip experiences for scout troops, recreation classes, and more! Fill out our inquiry form below for more information!

Standard Outreach Education Programs (established curriculum)

Children’s Outreach Programs

    • Dance Your Story is a creative dance class where students use movement to express personal experiences and emotions. By blending storytelling and improvisation, this class fosters self-awareness and emotional growth, connecting to Social Emotional Learning (SEL) principles. Participants will explore their unique stories through dance, building confidence and creativity in a supportive environment. This class is about expressing who you are through movement, turning your experiences into powerful stories.

    • Creative Movement: In this fun and interactive class, you’ll work together to create simple choreography. Through collaboration, you'll explore different dance styles, blending two to three genres to bring your ideas to life. Whether you're new to dance or experienced, this class encourages creativity and teamwork while helping you develop your movement skills.

    • Hip Hop: Join us for a fun-filled street dance class where children can learn to move like never before! We’ll explore cool pedestrian movements, funky isolations, and easy, creative footwork – all while having a blast and expressing ourselves through dance!

    • Young Playwrights: Have a story to tell? A character in your head just waiting to speak? In this class, students will discover the exciting world of writing for the stage! This class empowers young creators to turn their ideas into original short plays through fun writing prompts, theater games, and collaborative activities.

    • Improvisation: In this class, children are invited to explore their creativity, build confidence, and connect with others through the joyful world of improvisational theater. Using fun, interactive games and storytelling activities, kids will learn how to express themselves, work as a team, and think on their feet—all in a safe, supportive environment.

    • Shakespeare for Kids: Set sail on a magical adventure in this fun and imaginative introduction to Shakespeare’s The Tempest! In this class, young actors will explore the stormy seas, mysterious islands, and powerful spells of one of the most exciting plays — all in a way that’s perfect for kids.

    • Let’s Make Noise (early childhood):  Discover rhythms, beats and sounds made with musical instruments such as tambourines, drums, shakers, and rhythm sticks.  

    • Young Mozarts (ages 5-10 years):  Experience a general music overview with lessons in rhythm, solfege, matching pitch, sight singing, instrument families, and musical terminology. Learn about famous composers and play related games.  A great introduction and precursor to private lessons.

  • We offer a number of additional programs in visual arts, music, wellness, and more. Adapted arts programming and creative arts therapies are also available for individuals with specialized needs.

Adult & Senior Programs

    • Line Dancing:
      1, 2, 3, and turn! Keep the mind and body active with line dancing classes. Revisit old classics and new favorites. Whether it’s just for fun or in preparation for an upcoming special event, line dancing is a great option for varied levels of fitness. Optional dance night can be scheduled.

    • Spanish Dance Performance and/or Workshop

      Availability and pricing to be confirmed upon request

      Fairmount’s Spanish Dance Company provides an interactive lecture and performance event. Weaving together Spanish culture, dance, and history, Company Director Sandi Bohl will demonstrate dance techniques and musical genres from throughout the country’s distinct, storied regions. Optional add-on of an expanded performance with professional musicians.

    • Theatre for Seniors
      Explore the joy of theatre in a fun, supportive environment. Learn the basics of acting, improvisation, voice techniques, and theatre genres alongside fellow participants.

      Students will take part in scene studies and have the option to explore dance or musical numbers from classic stage productions. An optional final performance showcase may be scheduled.

    • Private Music Lessons

      Whether it’s the first time or refreshing your memory, private or group music lessons in piano, guitar, violin, or other instruments are a great way to deepen musical skills. Private lessons typically run for 30 minutes on a weekly basis. Fairmount can provide an electronic keyboard if a piano is not available on site.

    • Fairmount Concert Series

      Availability and pricing to be confirmed

      Bring the arts to life with Fairmount’s talented team of teaching artists — a dynamic group of dancers, musicians, and theatre professionals. Perfect for both intimate settings and larger gatherings, our performances offer a unique and engaging experience tailored to your event.

    • Visual Art Classes

      Painting, drawing, collage, and more can be taught by our experienced teaching artists. Fiber art topics such as crochet, knitting, felting, or embroidery are also options. Beginner through advanced students welcome!

    • Rooted in Motion: Dance/Movement Therapy for Emotional Wellbeing in Later Life

      This gentle, expressive group invites older adults to engage in movement, music, and creative expression to support emotional well-being, memory, and social connection. Using Dance/Movement Therapy (DMT), participants explore movement that is accessible, joyful, and meaningful, enhancing quality of life and reducing feelings of isolation, depression, and anxiety. All levels of mobility welcome; movements may be adapted for seated participation.

Bring the Arts to You!

Are you interested in one of our outreach education programs or performances? Please fill out the Inquiry form below for more information!