The Northwest Arts Center is known for its quality and unique programs for children, youth, teens and adults. We offer a wide range of programs including crafts, visual arts, dance and enrichment as well as adult fitness classes.
Jazzercise - Adult
Jazzercise is the original dance-based group fitness program combining cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone, and lengthen muscles for a full-body workout and maximum fat burn. Choreographed to today's hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing. Tickets can be bought in class or online at www.jazzercise.com. Visit www.jazzercise.com for updates, pricing information and special offers. For more information contact, Annie Johnston at jazzercise425@gmail.com or 206-321-7811.
- Fees, and registration: visit www.jazzercise.com
- Ages: 18+
- Dates/Time: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturdays, Ongoing, 8 a.m.-9 a.m.
Summer Camps at the Northwest Arts Center
Registration now open!
Summer Day Camps
Northwest Arts Center offers a variety of art, theater, dance, tech and enrichment summer camps. Registration opens on March 27 for Bellevue residents and April 3 for those living outside of Bellevue.
Art for Kids Mini-Camp: Multimedia Art
This fine art program is process oriented and designed to enhance your child’s enjoyment of art and creative expression. Children will explore their creativity using pen and ink, charcoal, soft and oil pastels and acrylics (all supplies furnished). The classes are led by a degreed, professional artist. Please bring a snack (peanut free) and an old shirt to keep clothes from getting stained.
- Fees: $ 200(R) $ 240(NR)
- Ages: 5-8
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 17-20, 9am-12pm
- Register here: 2301483-1
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 17-20, 1pm-4pm
- Register here: 2301483-2
- Fees: $ 200(R) $ 240 (NR)
- Ages: 9-12
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, Aug 7-10, 9am-12pm
- Register here: 2301483-3
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, Aug 7-10, 1pm-4pm
- Register here: 2301483-4
Children's Pottery Summer Mini-Camp
Calling all creators, welcome to the wonderful world of pottery no experience required. This introductory pottery course is perfect for those wanting to explore the art of pottery making. Students will learn basic pottery techniques such as: hand building, wheel throwing, sculpting, coil construction, glazing, and more. Taught by Shelly Vollstedt. All materials are included.
- Fees: $220 (R) $264(NR)
- Ages: 6-12Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jul 24-28, 9:30am-12pm
- Register here: 2301504-1
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jul 31-Aug 4, 9:30am-12pm
- Register here: 2301504-2
Clay Figurine Mini-Camp
This course will take you through the entire process of sculpting a figurine to a very high finish, with an emphasis on getting the anatomical structure correct at the beginning. This is key to achieving a likeness. We will show you how to train your eye to see objectively, so you can learn to trust your own judgment. Program offered by the American Academy of Fine Arts. For more information visit aafawa.com or e-mail yanz@aafa.info Phone 302-751-2020.
- Fees: $249 (R) $299 (NR)
- Ages: 6-14Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jun 26-Jun 30, 9:30am-12pm
- Register here: 2301329
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, July 10-July 14, 1-3:30pm
- Register for course at: 2301330
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 14-18, 1-3:30pm
- Register for course at: 2301331
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 21-25, 9:30am-12pm
- Register for course at: 2301332
Learning from the Masters: Famous Artists Mini-Camp
Create works of art inspired by famous artists such as Van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse, Gustav Klimt and others. We will explore and play with different mediums including, but not limited to watercolors, acrylics, pastels, markers, paper collage and inks and will work on varied surfaces such as paper and canvas. Young artists will get to experience different art styles from around the world and grow their design and creative skills. Bring your enthusiasm and imaginative spirit and let your creativity soar as we take a trip down art history recreating and giving our own unique spin to some classic masterpieces. Rohini Mathur, Instructor.
- Fees: $180 (R) $216 (NR)
- Ages: 7-11Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, Aug 21-24, 1-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301503
Painting for Kids Mini-Camp
In this class, kids will practice with different styles, surfaces, and techniques. They will use brushes, briers, mark-making, mono-prints, and acrylics on canvas. Explore modern and traditional approaches in the context of a variety of subjects. Children will receive personalized instruction and encouraging support. Program offered by the American Academy of Fine Arts. For more information visit aafawa.com or email yanz@aafa.info Phone: 302-751-2020.
- Fees: $249 (R) $299 (NR)
- Ages: 6-14Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, July 10-July 14, 9:30am-12pm
- Register here: 2301334
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 14-18, 9:30am-12pm
- Register here: 2301335
Watercolor Painting Mini-Camp
This class introduces classic watercolor techniques and builds slowly from the simple to the more complex. Topics include use of value, control of the medium, color mixing, and composition. Demonstrations are part of the class but painting from still life and photographs is emphasized. Experienced students will focus on assignments to improve color handling, composition, and specific painting challenges. Program offered by the American Academy of Fine Arts. For more information visit aafawa.com or e-mail yanz@aafa.info Phone: 302-751-2020.
- Fees: $249 (R) $299(NR)
- Ages: 6-14Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jun 26-Jun 30, 1-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301325
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 21-25, 1-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301326
Snowman & Snow Maiden Dance & Art Mini Camp
Come help us break the icy spell! Children will explore dance, art, music and stories inspired by the movie "Frozen." Time is split equally between dance and art. Camp culminates with an informal performance and gallery of student artwork. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a smock or oversized t-shirt (add name on clothing) to protect clothing during art. Instructor: Emerald Ballet Theatre
- Fees: $240 (R) $288(NR)
- Ages: 3-7Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, Jul 10-Jul 13, 10am-12:30pm
- Register here: 2301247
Woodland Fairies Dance & Art Camp
Fairies, elves and nymphs, oh my! Discover the forest's timeless magic during four days of dance, art, storytelling and imaginative play. Time is split equally between dance and art. Camp culminates with an informal performance and gallery of student artwork. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a smock or oversized t-shirt (add name on clothing) to protect clothing during art. Instructor: Emerald Ballet Theatre
- Fees: $240 (R) $288(NR)
- Ages: 3-7Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, Jul 31-Aug 3, 10am-12:30pm
- Register here: 2301260
Mermaid By the Sea Ballet Mini-Camp
Boys and girls dance their way to music and stories of favorite characters under the sea. Enjoy Music and Dance for Boys and Girls. Includes fun games, crafts and French for young dancers. Includes fun games, crafts, and French for little dancers. Instructor: City Opera Ballet
- Fees: $180 (R) $216 (NR)
- Ages: 5-6Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, Jun 26-29, 9am-12pm
- Register here: 2301264
Summer Classics Ballet Mini-Camp
Each day includes a beginner/intermediate ballet class followed by study of the music and choreography of a new ballet from the classical repertoire each day. Instructor: City Opera Ballet
- Fees: $180 (R) $216 (NR)
- Ages: 7-11Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 17-20, 12pm – 3pm
- Register here: 2301268
Music and Movement for the Stage
Pirates and Mermaids - Music & Movement for the Stage
Children explore the world of music, dance, and acting while focusing on the theme of pirates and mermaids. Participants will create themed crafts that will serve as props and learn how to work together to create a cohesive performance. They will learn about stage fighting while imagining the world of pirates, learn about costuming while designing mermaids for the stage, and sing popular songs from movies and musicals.
- Fees: $425 (R) $ 510(NR)
- Ages: 8-12Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jul 24-28, 9am-3pm
- Register here: 2301272
Jungle - Music & Movement for the Stage
Children explore the world of music, dance, and acting while focusing on the jungle. Participants will create themed crafts that will serve as props and learn how to work together to create a cohesive performance. They will make masks, learn about animals, play games, and explore how to express animal characters, to an audience. They will learn about movement and voice for characters and sing songs from popular movies and musicals.
- Fees: $425 (R) $ 510(NR)
- Ages: 8-12Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 14-18, 9am-3pm
- Register here: 2301274
Storybook - Music & Movement for the Stage
Children explore the world of music, dance, and acting while focusing on storybook themes with princes, princesses, and other classic fairytales. Participants will create subject-based crafts that will serve as props and learn how to work together to create a cohesive performance. They will play games, learn about acting techniques, choose scenes and songs from their favorite classics, and learn how to put together all aspects of the performance and sing songs from popular movies and musicals.
- Fees: $425 (R) $ 510(NR)
- Ages: 8-12Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 21-25, 9am-3pm
- Register here: 2301276
IncrediFlix Movie Making Summer Camps
Lego Flix Stop Motion Movie Making Camp
Bring Lego worlds to life! We provide Legos - you provide your imagination. Work in groups to create a Lego set with Lego characters for a stop-motion movie you'll storyboard, shoot, and add voice-overs to. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. All flix will be professionally edited and downloadable within a month after program ends. Taught by IncrediFlix staff. Visit website for more information about IncrediFlix IncrediFlix.com
- Fees: $300(R) $360 (NR)
- Ages: 7-13Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jun 26-30, 9am-12pm
- Register here: 2301317
Animation Flix Movie Making Camp
In this fast-paced class, you’ll create up to five new stop motion movies! Animate cars, use pixelation, and more as you get to learn a new style each day in this fast-paced class with all new stop motions for 2023. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. All flix will be professionally edited and downloadable within a month after program ends. Taught by IncrediFlix staff. Visit website for more information about IncrediFlix IncrediFlix.com
- Fees: $300(R) $360 (NR)
- Ages: 7-13Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jun 26-30, 12:30-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301320
Action Movie Flix Movie Making Camp
There are no limits in your action-packed movie when using a green screen and camera tricks. Adventures await as you transport anywhere, from captaining a spaceship, to climbing the highest mountain. You’ll collaborate to write, act, & direct in this stunt packed movie where you'll be taught action choreography to thrill the audience. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. All flix will be professionally edited and downloadable within a month after program ends. Taught by IncrediFlix staff. Visit website for more information about IncrediFlix IncrediFlix.com
- Fees: $300(R) $360 (NR)
- Ages: 7-13Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jul 17-21, 9am-12pm
- Register here: 2301322
Action Stop Motion Flix Movie Making Camp
Use stop motion tricks to create fires, explosions, and even floods, as your characters battle it out or work together to save the day in this action packed stop motion class. You'll work in small groups to storyboard, create the action, film, and voice-over these exciting movies. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. All flix will be professionally edited and downloadable within a month after program ends. Taught by IncrediFlix staff. Visit website for more information about IncrediFlix IncrediFlix.com
- Fees: $300(R) $360 (NR)
- Ages: 7-13Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jul 17-21, 12:30-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301323
Live Action Flix Movie Making Camp
Discover your filmmaking talents! You don’t have to be an actor to take part, as we'll guide you through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act, and more. You won't just make an incredible movie, you'll have the skills to make your own movies with friends. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. All flix will be professionally edited and downloadable within a month after program ends. Taught by IncrediFlix staff. Visit website for more information about IncrediFlix IncrediFlix.com
- Fees: $300(R) $360 (NR)
- Ages: 7-13Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jul 31-Aug 4, 9am-12pm
- Register here: 2301324
Claymation Flix Movie Making Camp
Love The Nightmare Before Christmas, Wallace and Gromit, or Boxtrolls? Then join us to create your own claymation movie! You’ll even get to create your own clay character to star in a movie you'll film, direct, and voice-over in small groups. *$35 Production fee is included in the price for the camp. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. All flix will be professionally edited and downloadable within a month after program ends. Taught by IncrediFlix staff. Visit website for more information about IncrediFlix IncrediFlix.com
- Fees: $300(R) $360 (NR)
- Ages: 7-13Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Jul 31-Aug 4, 12:30-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301326
Youth Tech Summer Camps
Video Game Design Mini-Camp
This course provides students with a fun interactive look at the world of video game design and development. Students enrolled in this camp will learn the basics of video game design and produce several different interactive video games to share with their friends and family.
- Fees: $175 (R) $210 (NR)
- Ages: 10-17Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 10-13, 9:15am-12pm
- Register here: 2301387
Roblox Studio: Programming and Game Development Mini-Camp
Calling all ROBLOX users! Join in with millions of gamers and immerse yourself in your own 3D world! ROBLOX Studio is a 3D-based program that uses physics, LUA programming, and individual creativity to build a world around you, and your avatar - unlike any other software This course will guide students through concepts such as beginner physics, LUA programming, and game development. Students in this course will build and published their multi-player game to share with friends and family!
- Fees: $165 (R) $198 (NR)
- Ages: 9-15Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 10-13, 12:45-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301388
The Gaming Academy Camp
The gaming academy is an all day course for students who love games. During this course students will be immersed into the world of 2D and 3D game design. The gaming academy is a combination of our Video Game Design, Advanced Game Design and 3D Game Design courses. The course offers students a variety of hands on experience designing and building their very own games. Students are encouraged to bring a sack lunch.
- Fees: $315 (R) $378 (NR)
- Ages: 9-17Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 10-13, 9:15am-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301389
Code Studio Mini-Camp
This course offers younger students a fun, interactive look at coding. Students will create virtual apps and write their own programs that they can share with friends and family. This course makes learning to code fun and explores problem solving and programming logic. Students will have access to their accounts so the learning does not end at the door. **Students should be able to read prior to taking this course.
- Fees: $150(R) $180 (NR)
- Ages: 6-12Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 24-July 27 9:15am-12pm
- Register here: 2301414
iGame Creators Mini-Camp
Want to create video games? This is an introductory course for younger students who want learn to build simple video games. This course combines the art of video game design and animation to create interactive characters that fly around the screen. Amaze your friends and family with your fun interactive games.
- Fees: $150(R) $180 (NR)
- Ages: 6-10Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 24-July 27, 12:45-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301415
Gaming and Coding Camp
This course combines two unbelievable experiences for students, gaming and coding. Students spend the morning taking an interactive look at coding, and building virtual apps to share with friends. In the afternoon, students build simple video games combing the art of video game design and animation to create interactive characters that fly around the screen. Students are encouraged to bring a sack lunch.
- Fees: $300 (R) $360 (NR)
- Ages: 6-12Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, July 24-July 27, 9:15am-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301416
Animation Mini-Camp
In this class students will learn the basics of animation and digital design. Students who enjoy going to various sites to see fun interactive animations will love this course. This class will utilize award winning animation software to develop fun, interactive animations that they can share with the world.
- Fees: $165 (R) $198 (NR)
- Ages: 9-17Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, Aug 7-10, 12:45-3:30pm
- Register here: 2301443
Web and App Design Mini-Camp
This class offers students a hands-on look at the world of app and web design. This interactive course will instruct students about the world of design and development of websites and applications. Students will design their own website and app that they can share with their friends and family.
- Fees: $160 (R) $192 (NR)
- Ages: 9-17Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday, Aug 7-10, 9:15am-12pm
- Register here: 2301446
Chess Wizards Summer Camp
Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary for your child to participate, but full day kids should bring a lunch. Unleash your brain power and spend part of your vacation with Chess Wizards!
- Fees: $325 (R) $390 (NR)
- Ages: 6-12Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 7-11, 9am-12pm
- Register here : 2301382
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 7-11, 12pm-3pm
- Register here: 2301383
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 14-18, 9am-12pm
- Register here: 2301384
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, Aug 14-18, 12pm-3pm
- Register here for course: 2301385
Multi-Sport Camp for Boys and Girls - Skyhawks
Multi-Sport programs are designed to introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting. Athletes will learn the rules and essential skills of each sport, along with vital life lessons such as sportsmanship and teamwork. Participants should bring a water bottle, two snacks, lunch, sunscreen (outdoor camps) and wear appropriate athletic attire. Every child receives an award certificate and Skyhawks t-shirt. Visit Skyhawks.com to register.
- Fees: $169 per participant
- Ages: 5-9Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, July 17 – 21, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
- Register here: Skyhawks.com
- Registration number: SSA136611
Jet's Gymnastics Express Summer Camp - Big Flips
Learn gymnastics or improve your current gymnastics skills. Our grade school camp provides basic to intermediate gymnastics training. Gymnastics builds strength, balance, coordination, flexibility and confidence, a valuable athletic foundation to excel in a variety of sports. Each student will experience gymnastics including tumbling, bars, beam and vault progressing at his or her own level. Classes are noncompetitive and focus on general fitness, self-esteem, and fun. We accommodate all skill levels in our camps and teach to the ability level of each child.
- Fees: $180 (R) $216(NR)
- Ages: 6-12Y
- Dates/Times: Tuesday-Friday, Aug 1 – 4, 1:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Register here: 2300830
Lunch Bunch Extended Care
Lunch Bunch is offered at the Northwest Arts Center between 11:30-1pm, M- F. This is an additional add on for participants who choose to enroll in both the morning and afternoon 1/2 day camps offered at the NW Arts Center. Lunch Bunch is also available for participants who need a late pick up from morning camps, or early drop-off for afternoon camps. Participants will eat lunch and spend time in both indoor and outdoor setting at the Northwest Arts Center.
Each participant will need to bring their lunch; please have their name written on the lunch.
- Fees: $40 (R) $48 (NR)
- Ages: 6-17Y
- Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, 11:30am-1pm
Video Fun at Home
Check out these virtual art lessons created by some of our teaching staff.
- Art at Home – Drawing the Amabie
- Mindful Movement-Tai chi exercise – Free online class
Mindful Movement – Tai Chi Exercise is a popular adult class offered by Bellevue Parks at the Downtown Bellevue Main Club. Watch and follow along with this free instructional video made by the instructor, Sabrina Mix. Sabrina has over 20 years of experience in martial arts. Visit her Mindful Arts & Fitness website for additional videos and information.
Inclement Weather
In the event of inclement weather,the Parks & Community Services Department will make every effort to clearly communicate the status of facilities and programs, scheduled special events and rentals. Administration will make an operational decision based upon the safety of participants and employees, and the ability to appropriately staff programs and facilities.
NOTICE: If the Bellevue School District is closed due to inclement weather, all Parks classes and programs are cancelled. However, select facilities may be open for drop-in activities at a modified level. Please call the facility or program area for additional information and weekend program information.