Art, Music + Language Classes
Explore Your Creativity at the Tucson J!
Whether you’re painting your first masterpiece, brushing up on your Spanish, or learning to play your favorite song on the piano, our experienced instructors create a welcoming, supportive environment for all ages and levels. Come create, play, and grow with us!
Music Lessons
Unlock the musician inside of you with our lessons and classes!
Packages Available
Develop your piano skills with our instructor, Heidi Goldman! With over 40 years of experience teaching over 2,000 students, Heidi is ready and able to teach all students ages 3 to 120! Lessons are available for purchase in increments of 1, 3 or 5, and can be purchased online, at the J’s customer service desk,...
Art + Culture Classes
We offer a range of classes to spark your creativity!
November 6th, 2026
- 2:00 PM to
- 4:30 PM
Friday
There’s nothing quite like the smell of fresh challah baking… come make your own! This beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop, led by Director of Teen Engagement Davis Hubbell, will guide you through the full process of challah baking, from mixing and kneading to braiding your own beautiful loaf. Whether you’re brand new to baking or just challah-curious,...
November 22nd, 2026 – December 20th, 2026
Sunday
NOTE: There are two separate sessions: you’re welcome to attend one or both. The first session is Nov 22 2-5pm and the second is Dec 20 10am-1pm. Unlock your creativity in this lively, 3-hour writing workshop! Guided by instructor Kim Waltman, you’ll explore hands-on writing exercises designed to spark ideas, experiment with setting and sensory...
October 12th, 2026 – October 26th, 2026
- 6:00 PM to
- 8:00 PM
Monday
Celebrate the art of making in this two-part clay workshop led by experienced ceramic artist, Noa Gidon Solodar. During the first session, participants will be introduced to foundational hand-building techniques and create their own ceramic sculpture while exploring form, texture, and creative expression. An optional second session offers the opportunity to learn glazing techniques and...
Language Classes
Language exploration unlocks culture and community. Take a look at all of our language offerings, from Spanish to Hebrew!
Progression of Spanish classes at the Tucson J:
Introduction to Spanish 1, 2, and 3
Beginner Spanish 1, 2, and 3
Intermediate Spanish 1, 2, and 3
Avanzados y Conversación
November 3rd, 2026 – December 15th, 2026
- 6:30 PM to
- 7:45 PM
Tuesday
Six-week session Tuesdays, November 3 through December 15 (no class on November 24). 6:30-7:45pm Prerequisites: Students read, write and are comfortable conversing in Hebrew. Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will advance their conversation skills and be exposed to different genres of Israeli literature, such as articles, poems, clips and short stories. $81/...
November 4th, 2026 – December 16th, 2026
- 7:15 PM to
- 8:30 PM
Wednesday
Six-week session Wednesdays, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16 7:15-8:30pm Prerequisites: Students should know how to read. Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will learn and further develop basic conversation skills and vocabulary. $81/ member; $99/ guest
November 4th, 2026 – December 16th, 2026
- 5:45 PM to
- 7:00 PM
Wednesday
Six-week session Wednesdays, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16 5:45pm-7:00pm Prerequisites: A curiosity for Hebrew! Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will learn how to read Hebrew. There will also be exposure to basic Hebrew vocabulary. $81/ member; $99/ guest
November 5th, 2026 – December 17th, 2026
- 5:45 PM to
- 7:00 PM
Thursday
Six-week session Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19, December 3, 10, 17 5:45pm-7:00pm Prerequisites: Students should know how to read and speak Hebrew and be comfortable with basic conversational skills. Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will advance their conversation skills and be exposed to different genres of Israeli literature, such as articles, poems,...
January 6th, 2027 – February 10th, 2027
- 5:45 PM to
- 7:00 PM
Wednesday
Six-week session Wednesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 5:45pm-7:00pm Prerequisites: A curiosity for Hebrew! Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will learn how to read Hebrew. There will also be exposure to basic Hebrew vocabulary. $81/ member; $99/ guest
January 6th, 2027 – February 10th, 2027
- 7:15 PM to
- 8:30 PM
Wednesday
Six-week session Wednesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10 7:15-8:30pm Prerequisites: Students should know how to read. Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will learn and further develop basic conversation skills and vocabulary. $81/ member; $99/ guest
January 7th, 2027 – February 11th, 2027
- 5:45 PM to
- 7:00 PM
Thursday
Six-week session Thursdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11 5:45pm-7:00pm Prerequisites: Students should know how to read and speak Hebrew and be comfortable with basic conversational skills. Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will advance their conversation skills and be exposed to different genres of Israeli literature, such as articles, poems,...
February 17th, 2027 – March 24th, 2027
- 5:45 PM to
- 7:00 PM
Wednesday
Six-week session Wednesdays, February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24 5:45pm-7:00pm Prerequisites: A curiosity for Hebrew! Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will learn how to read Hebrew. There will also be exposure to basic Hebrew vocabulary. $81/ member; $99/ guest
February 17th, 2027 – March 24th, 2027
- 7:15 PM to
- 8:30 PM
Wednesday
Six-week session Wednesdays, February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24 7:15-8:30pm Prerequisites: Students should know how to read. Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will learn and further develop basic conversation skills and vocabulary. $81/ member; $99/ guest
February 18th, 2027 – March 25th, 2027
- 5:45 PM to
- 7:00 PM
Thursday
Six-week session Thursdays, February 18, 25, Mar 4, 11, 18, 25 5:45pm-7:00pm Prerequisites: Students should know how to read and speak Hebrew and be comfortable with basic conversational skills. Learning objectives: By participating in this class, students will advance their conversation skills and be exposed to different genres of Israeli literature, such as articles, poems,...