92nd Street Y is a prestigious cultural and community center that brings people together through art, entertainment, and conversation. With a wide range of classes and programs, as well as top-notch events and concerts, it offers something for everyone, regardless of age or interest.
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92nd Street Y (47)
All courses are held at 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY unless indicated.
Great beginner class- both fun and educational. The instructor was excellent.
Anonymous
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92nd Street Y is a world-class cultural and community center where people all over the world connect through culture, arts, entertainment and conversation. For over 140 years, we have harnessed the power of arts and ideas to enrich, enlighten and change lives, and the power of community to repair the world.
As a proudly Jewish organization, 92Y enthusiastically welcomes and reaches out to people of all ages, races, faiths and backgrounds while embracing Jewish values like learning and self-improvement, the importance of family, the joy of life, and giving back to our wonderfully diverse and growing community, both locally and around the world.
92nd Street Y is where inspiration lives and exploration begins—with a diverse range of classes and programs that let everyone pursue what they love. With innovative, top-notch programs, events and concerts, plus over 4,000 classes taught by today’s most talented professionals, 92Y has it all—for all ages and interests.
Accessibility: Location is wheelchair accessible!
There is no other place like 92Y.
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Online programs: An access link will be emailed to you after purchase.
92nd Street Y
Upper East Side, Manhattan 1395 Lexington Ave Btwn E 91st & 92nd Streets New York, New York 10128
Reviews of 92nd Street Y
(4.5-star rating across
1115 reviews)
Paper Marbling
Reviewed by john h. on 12/2/2024
The class was very good. The teacher was punctual, knowledgeable, helpful and organized. We had plenty of space to work. Marbling paper can be messy. It would be worth it to sign up again, just to have a convenient space to make more prints.
Watercolor Painting (Beginner/Intermediate)
Anonymous review on 11/20/2024
Allison is a fabulous instructor.
Getting Started with Watercolor
Anonymous review on 11/11/2024
The teacher is kind and patient. She went around the room to give instructions to students. I love the part that she explained how to do the color mixing.
However, this is not a class for beginner at all. First, the pace of this class is very fast and the explanation is abstract. The teacher did slow down the pace after explanation, but it's still hard for a beginner to understand the differences of the skills (wet on wet, dry on wet, texture...). Second, the paint and paper that the teacher used is different from the students, so the modeling process is understandable, but when student do it themselves, it's just very different. As a completely beginner, I am frustrated throughout all classes.
Drawing for Beginners
Reviewed by Susan H. on 11/6/2024
Great class, great teacher and great group of students :)
Machine Sewing II
Reviewed by Shari A. on 11/1/2024
Loved the sewing class. Diana is an amazing and caring instructor!!!
Nuno Felt Art Scarf
Reviewed by Rachel Edith W. on 10/28/2024
Outstanding class. This is my second class with Omi - she is amazing. Incredibly creative with very hands-on instructions. Other students were lovely. Am very much looking forward to taking more classes taught by her.
Stitched Paper Collage
Reviewed by Enid N. on 10/22/2024
Wonderful teacher who cared and gave attention to each student which was fantastic. She also was very enthusiastic and encouraging too. However, I was a bit disappointed because I had a different idea what the class
would be about. My idea was that we would do more stitching with our collages. She showed us a specific method of her own collages which seemed rather laborious and time consuming and the stitching came much later in the lesson. I was hoping for a more free spirited collage lesson.
Mosaic Art Crash Course
Reviewed by Gale R. on 10/21/2024
I had a great time in this class. The instructor was knowledgeable about her craft and answered all of my technical questions. She supplied a good amount of materials and I was able to complete a wonderful piece of art.
Mosaic Art Crash Course
Reviewed by Linda P. on 10/21/2024
Instructor was very helpful and encouraging to all students. I would take her class again .
Getting Started with Drawing
Anonymous review on 10/14/2024
I really enjoyed this class. There a lot of demonstrations by teachers and students practice too. I want to continue drawing !
Oil Painting for Absolute Beginners
Reviewed by Micah C. on 8/13/2024
Had a great time, highly recommend
Botanical Print Silk Scarf
Reviewed by rachel w. on 8/11/2024
Fantastic class! I learned so much by experimenting through the guidance of Ms. Grey. Doing sample silk pieces with different types of silk, different types of leaves, different types of colors, and by seeing what others had done and asking about their own techniqueswith sample pieces. I'm so happy with my final scarf. I've now registered for other courses being taught by Ms. Grey. She is an outstanding, and fun instructor!
Botanical Print Silk Scarf
Reviewed by Kim L. on 8/11/2024
Wonderful class! The instructor Omi Gray was fantastic. She was patient, and had a great sense of humor. Her instructions were thorough and easy to understand. She was well prepared for the class. I loved the several practice samples we made. They allowed a lot of hands-on self instruction that ensured the final scarf would turn out great! Can’t wait for the Nuno Felt Scarf class in October with her.
Mosaic Art Crash Course
Reviewed by Linda P. on 7/22/2024
Very pleased.The instructor was excellent and I was pleased with the Mosaic I did in this class.Class size was small and facilities were very good.
Mosaic Art Crash Course
Anonymous review on 7/22/2024
Excellent class! Grace is a talented artist and a fantastic teacher. She creates a very positive, supportive and even collaborative studio space.
Machine Sewing II
Reviewed by Sandra G. on 7/20/2024
I thought the instructor was always well prepared. She spent time answering everyone's questions and worked with everyone.
The class made you want to sew.
Drawing Roses
Reviewed by Karin H. on 7/15/2024
I really liked this class. I am so glad it was available for my taking. I do hope to take more classes with this teacher.
Maybe have some variations of this class? Rose with Color Pencil, Rose with Watercolor, Rose with oil or acyrilic, etc.
Oil Painting for Absolute Beginners
Anonymous review on 7/9/2024
I thought you would get detailed instructions on how to paint with oil.
This was only the case in the first lesson.
After that it was just purely painting from still life. In total we should have created three paintings in five lessons which is impossible.
Therefore, we had unfinished paintings at the end of the course.
If you really want to learn how to oil paint I would not recommend this course.
Drawing for Beginners
Anonymous review on 7/8/2024
I loved everything about the class, the space, the assignments, the homework But what was a real downer was the instructor’s attitude. While he was very punctual, professional, and excellent at drawing and did create fun assignments, he was unfriendly and seemed to hate his job. He would only reluctantly put his phone away to help if one of us asked for assistance and then would provide very good help but it felt begrudging. Overall I was put off by his attitude.
Students at 92nd Street Y have very positive things to say about the classes. They appreciate the knowledgeable and approachable instructors who provide guidance and encouragement in a fun and creative way. Many students mention that they learned a lot and acquired new skills in their respective classes. The classes offer a good learning environment and students enjoyed exploring different mediums and techniques. Overall, students found the classes to be informative, enjoyable, and a great opportunity to learn and develop new skills.
Quotes:
1. "I learned a lot about color & was encouraged to develop shades of various colors from the primary colors & then learned about all the color pencils & how to apply them."
2. "Eric is a patient and insightful teacher. He meets his students at whatever level they are at and his input over the course really improved my capabilities."
3. "Susan is such a wonderful instructor and provides clear, fun combinations while in class. I could see major improvements in my dancing."
I've had so much fun learning all the marbling techniques. The instructor was well organized and very nice.