LOFT Edu was created to supply the Lower Hudson Valley’s LGBT community with interesting, fun, and rewarding programming through adult education.

We offer courses that expand and broaden insights, work-related skill sets, abilities, and more. Courses are offered with a minimum number of enrollees required. The current classes are listed below, simply click on the link within each course for more information, to enroll, or make your payment.

We're always looking for interesting courses to offer. If you're interested in teaching a course at LOFT Edu, send an email to info@loftgaycenter.org.


Gentle and Restorative Hatha Yoga
Instructor Kathleen Ahern
Every Wednesday from 7:00pm-8:15pm
RSVPs Needed - Click below for class pricing and more information.

This repeating and popular class uses relaxation and breathing techniques, and will increase flexibility and enhance relaxation. Class Punch-cards can also be purchased for 5 or 10 classes per card, and used whenever you want.

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The Self Portrait: Digital Photography Workshop
Instructor Anthony Pellegrino
This class will have two 2-hour sessions. Monday, March 5th & Monday, March 26th both from 7–9pm
Tuition $40 LOFT Members - $50 Non-Members
Deadline to Register: Monday, February 27th

This workshop is for participants to gain enough photography knowledge in order to photograph their first subject – themselves.

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Learn the Ancient Healing Art of Reiki
Instructor Linda Hendrick
Single-Day Course on Saturday, March 3, from 10:00am to 5:00pm

In this day-long class you will learn the history and philosophy for Reiki. You will be taught the basic hand positions necessary for treating yourself and others.

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Couples Communication Group: Honesty and Assertiveness
Instructor Carly Borenkind, LCSW
This class will have two 3-hour sessions. Saturday, March 31st & Saturday, April 14th from 11am – 2pm

Developing assertiveness is more than just learning to talk differently. Being assertive requires THINKING assertively, FEELING confident, and BEHAVING positively.

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Sign Language: Advanced Beginner & Intermediate
Instructor Roberta Ahouse
8 Week Course - Coming in April! Register NOW to secure the course offering!
Tuition $65 LOFT Members - $75 Non-Members
Deadline to Register: Thursday, January 26th

This second level ASL Course is designed for students who already know the ASL alphabet, some basic signing, and are ready to take it to the next level.

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Free From Smoking Program
Instructor Trudy Katz
6 Week Course - Dates and Times TBD - Email us to be put on our waiting list
Tuition $55 LOFT Members - $65 Non-Members

Designed by the American Lung Association, the Free From Smoking (FFS) course will help you stop smoking permanently.

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