At The Arc Portland Metro, we believe learning should be engaging, inclusive, and centered around real-life skills. That’s why we offer a variety of classes designed to support people in the I/DD community as they grow in confidence, independence, and connection. Our classes fall into three main categories: Well-Being, Everyday Skills, and Specialty Programs—each one designed to support people for a better quality of life.
Want to know what’s coming up next?
Check out our current calendar
Well-Being ClassesThese classes focus on emotional health, physical activity and nutrition.
Friendship & Dating 101 & 102
A fun and interactive course that teaches the basics of building friendships, understanding personal boundaries, communication, and healthy dating. We offer this class in two 5-week sections or as a 10-week series for Transition School programs.
Club Wellness
Participants learn the building blocks of living well—like how to read food labels, shop for nutritious meals on a budget, and try out movement and exercises that are accessible to all body types and abilities. Club Wellness is offered in two 5-week classes or as a 10-week session for Transition Schools.
Feeling It
Offered quarterly, this 4-week class explores big topics like Grief & Loss, Anxiety, and Depression. Participants build a personal mental health toolbox filled with skills and practices to support their emotional well-being. This course is available when staff and scheduling allow.
Everyday SkillsThese are real-life, practical skills that help build independence and confidence at home and in the community.
How to cook simple, healthy meals
Doing laundry and understanding clothing care
Making schedules and building daily routines
Learning to create a basic financial budget
& more essential life skills designed to meet individual needs
Specialty ProgramsWe love supporting creativity and self-expression! These classes are focused on unique interests and passions.
Art Classes — Explore different styles and materials in a fun and supportive space.
Filmmaking — Learn how to storyboard, use a camera, record sound, and edit videos (even on an iPad!).
More specialty workshops and classes are added throughout the year based on community interest and availability.
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info@thearcpdx.org
