Adult Classes

Ballroom Dancing

Ballroom dancing includes smooth dances such as Rumba and Waltz, as well as rhythm dances such as East Coast and West Coast Swing, Hustle, Cha-Cha, Jitterbug and Night Club Two-Step. Meet new people, stay active, reduce stress, and develop body awareness with this fun class. Go to your next big event and actually be able to get up and DANCE! Class is held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Cummings Lodge (350 Grangemouth Road) annually October through May.  The cost is $70 per couple. Pre-registration is required and may be completed by calling the Park Office at 219-326-9600 or visiting 250 Pine Lake Avenue. 

Ballroom Dance Class 2024-2025 Sessions

Barre Classes

Barre workouts are designed to give you a long, lean dancer-like physique. While all Barre workouts differ slightly in structure, most combine elements of ballet, Pilates and yoga. Barre exercises rely mainly upon one's body weight for resistance and the moves challenge your core stability and balance.

Join certified instructor Becca Masters as she guides you through the highly effective sequesnces of toning and resistance exercises. The 4-week sessions are generally held on Mondays from 6:30-7:15 p.m. in the lower level of the Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street (enter through the door at the end of the ramp on Plain Street). Fee for the session is $30. Participants are asked to bring light weights (5 lb. maximum). Pilate balls are available for use.

Pre-registration is preferred and may be completed by calling the Park Office at 219-326-9600 or visiting 250 Pine Lake Avenue. Walk-in fee is $8 per class. 

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Pottery

Pottery - Wheel Throwing

The art of wheel throwing is both a therapeutic and expressive way to create pottery. This class focuses solely on techniques in throwing clay forms on a pottery wheel. During class, students will learn to apply aesthetics, proper thickness, and craftsmanship needed to make functional pottery. You'll be guided by local artist Alayna Erne who has a Bachelor's degree in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics. Learn the process of making, decorating and glazing your work. A class for all skill levels. The fee for the program is $95. We offer adult classes (ages 18 and up) as well as specific Children's Classes. All classes are held in the Ceramics Room in the lower level of the Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street, (enter through the door at the end of ramp on Plain Street). Pre-registration is required by calling 219-326-9600 with your credit card or visiting 250 Pine Lake Avenue weekdays 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.  

Open Studio Sculpt & Wheel Throwing

Wheel Throwing November 18-December 23

Pottery - Clay Sculpting

Learn about traditional methods of clay sculpting including pinching, coiling, and slab techniques. You'll be guided by local artist Alayna Erne who has a bachelor's degree in Studio Art with a concentration in ceramics. Learn the process of making, decorating and glazing your work. A class for all skill levels! The fee for the program is $95. We offer adult classes (ages 16 and up). All classes are held in the lower level of the Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street, in the Ceramics Room (enter through the door at the end of the ramp on Plain Street). Pre-registration is required by calling 219-326-9600 with your credit card or visiting 250 Pine Lake Avenue weekdays 8 a.m.- 4 p.m..  

Open Studio Sculpt & Wheel Throwing

Sewing Classes

Sewing 101

Join the Steady Stitchers, a Purdue Extension Homemakers Club, for beginner's classes creating specific projects. Pre-registration is required at the Park Office. Call 219-326-9600 or visit 250 Pine Lake Avenue. Class size is limited and all supplies and instruction will be furnished. Class will be held at the home of the Steady Stitchers, 1640 First Street, La Porte. Call or visit the Park Office to register.

December Classes

Advanced Sewing

Join the Steady Stitchers, a Purdue Extension Homemakers Club, for advanced classes creating specific, more in-depth projects. Pre-registration is required at the Park Office. Call 219-326-9600 or visit 250 Pine Lake Avenue. Class size is limited and all supplies and instruction will be furnished. Class will be held at the home of the Steady Stitchers, 1640 First Street, La Porte. Check Back for upcoming classes.

November Series

Stained Glass

Learn the art of stained glass, including all of the techniques involved in this beautiful experience. Class sizes are small to ensure individual instruction. The three-week class is held from 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays at Cummings Lodge. The cost is $29 plus $75 for supplies and tools (except glass). Pre-registration is required with class size requirements. A beginner's pattern may be viewed at the Park and Recreation Office on weekdays from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.

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Yoga Classes

Yoga at the Civic

Yoga can help soothe the mind and lower stress levels by focusing the mind on the moment and movements rather than on external distractions. Yoga combines flexibility, strength training, and balance to create a mind and body activity that's a perfect addition to any fitness regimen. Classes are held at the La Porte Civic Auditorium (1001 Ridge Street).  Please enter through the door at the end of the ramp on Plain Street. Pre-register for the session and save. Walk-in cost is $10 per class (cash or check).

Fall Saturday Yoga 

Yoga on the Beach

All of the benefits of yoga but with the added tranquility of the beach. Classes will return this summer and will be held from 8-9 a.m. Fridays at Stone Lake Beach beginning in June 7 through August 2 (weather permitting). No class on July 5 or July 26. The cost is $10 per class (exact cash or check made payable to City of La Porte Park and Recreation only). Punch cards can be purchased at the Park Office (Visa/Mastercard, cash or check accepted). Classes will move indoors to the Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge Street, when cooler weather arrives.

2024 Yoga on the Beach

*No Yoga on the Beach July 26 due to LakeFest events. For more information on LakeFest click here.

Zumba®  Fitness with Gail

Ditch the workout and join the party!
Join the City of La Porte Park and Recreation Department and Zumba® Fitness with Gail for evening dance parties once a week (class information is below) from 6-7 p.m. Burn calories in a seriously fun fashion!
Class fee is only $6 per class if pre-registered.  Pre-register for a full session for a reduced fee.  Walk-in participants are welcome at a $10 fee (exact change or check made payable to the La Porte Park and Recreation Department). Throughout the summer months, join Zumba® Fitness with Gail for a FREE class at Unity Park (1010 Pine Lake Avenue) every second Tuesday of the month, beginning in May.

Zumba® Fitness with Gail October-November

Register at the Park Office, 250 Pine Lake Avenue, or by calling 219-326-9600. Visa, Mastercard, cash and check accepted in office.