Where to Learn a New Skill or Hobby in Winston-Salem

Jacob Gauthier

January 21, 2026

Thinking about picking up a new skill but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered. Check out these local spots to learn a new skill or hobby in Winston-Salem!

January 21, 2026

Where to learn a new skill or hobby in Winston-Salem — Pottery class at Sawtooth

Sawtooth School for Visual Art

ADDRESS | 251 N Spruce St, Winston-Salem (main campus) and 114 30th St, Winston-Salem (Generations Center’s studios)

Sawtooth offers a wide variety of art classes — everything from drawing and painting to ceramics and metalwork. Classes fill up fast, so grab a spot when new courses drop!

When: Classes meet weekly for 4-6 week sessions, and Sawtooth also offers one-day workshops. Check out the current course catalog.
Cost: Classes range from $160 to $300, and workshops range from $60 to $150.
- Sawtooth also offers scholarships and discounts!

Vecino Center

ADDRESS | 3477 Myer Lee Dr, Winston-Salem

Started by Alexa Schleien in 2023, the Vecino Center offers language learning classes in Spanish, French, Italian, and more! Class sizes are intentionally kept small so everyone has the opportunity to participate and practice speaking.

When: Classes meet twice a week for three-week sessions. Take a look at their upcoming sessions!
Cost: Classes typically cost $350.

Forsyth Technical Community College

ADDRESS | Various campus locations and online options

Forsyth Tech’s personal enrichment courses are open to everyone, with class options ranging from art and languages to podcasting and cake decorating.

When: Classes meet weekly for 4-8 week courses.
Cost: Classes range from $30 to $150.

Little Theatre of Winston-Salem

ADDRESS | 4015 Brownsboro Rd, Winston-Salem

Ever dreamed of stepping on stage? The Little Theatre offers adult classes twice a year, featuring rotating options. Previous classes have included improv, vocal fundamentals, and dance basics — perfect for building your theater skills!

When: Classes meet for 3 to 8 weeks in the spring and fall.
Cost: Classes range from $180 to $240.

Mahjong Classes

ADDRESS | Various pop-up locations

Mahjong, a traditional Chinese tile-based strategy game, has seen a recent surge in popularity across the United States. There are several local instructors in Winston-Salem who host beginner lessons and guided play sessions.

When: Follow the instructors on social media for updates on pop-up sessions.
Cost: Lessons typically cost around $50.

Village Fabric Shop

ADDRESS | 114 R Reynolda Village, Winston-Salem

Village Fabric is more than just a textile shop. It’s a creative hub offering embroidery, quilting, and sewing machine classes, plus a curated selection of fabrics for your next project.

When: Dates vary; check out their upcoming classes.
Cost: Classes range from $35 to $50.

Mixxer

ADDRESS | 1375 N Martin Luther King Jr. Dr, Winston-Salem

Mixxer is a nonprofit community makerspace offering hands-on classes in everything from jewelry making and welding to airbrush painting to animation software. Classes are open to nonmembers, but members also get on-demand training and full access to Mixxer’s tools.

When: Dates vary; check out their upcoming classes.
Cost: Classes are $20 to $95, and memberships start at $55 per month.

Serve First Racquet Sports

ADDRESS | Tennis courts throughout Winston-Salem

Serve First oversees 100+ public tennis courts in our city and holds clinics, lessons, tournaments, and social activities for recreational and beginner players.

When: Dates vary; check out their upcoming classes.
Cost: Cardio tennis costs $18, clinics range from $22 to $30, and Tennis On Tap costs $45.

Dance Classes

ADDRESS | Various studios and pop-ups

Whether you want to learn to two-step, salsa, or waltz, there are dance studios in Winston-Salem that can help you improve. Prefer a more spontaneous experience? Some dance instructors also host social dance events at venues around town!