Category: Continuing Education

June 4th, 2026 by Steve Marshal
Soccer camp flyer.

Need something for your active kids to do after school ends in a couple of weeks? Choose from a morning or afternoon camp with the coaches and team from Shoreline College. 

  • Dates: 6/22 – 6/26 (Monday through Friday)
  • Times: 9:00 – 12:00 PM or 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Camps will be held at Twin Ponds Park and Einstein Middle School fields in Shoreline. 
  • Ages: 7-12 years
  • Fees: $130 for morning and $200 for the afternoon camp
  • Instructor: Shoreline College Head Men’s Soccer Coach

Register here: Soccer Camp for Kids

Join the Shoreline College coach and team for a fun, educational week of soccer development. Young players will have the opportunity to learn from collegiate-level men’s and women’s coaches, and team players in a structured, supportive environment. The camp will be held off campus at soccer fields, located in Shoreline. For ages 7-12 years. For more information, please contact Shoreline Athletics department at 206-546-4553.

Photo of Obed.

Obed was born and raised in Côte d’Ivoire, and he honed his skills playing street soccer alongside neighborhood friends. His talent earned him a scholarship to a U.S. College, where he continued to excel both academically and athletically. Obed began his formal coaching career in 2013 as an assistant coach at John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York City before expanding his experience in 2017 coaching for Seattle Public Schools and West Seattle High School. In June 2023, he officially joined Shoreline Community College’s men’s soccer program, quickly transitioning from assistant to head coach.

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June 4th, 2026 by Steve Marshal
Continuing Education flyer.

Explore learning opportunities all summer long! Shoreline CE offers an array of creative, flexible, affordable non-credit classes, and youth camps for all ages. Classes start July 1st and are planned through the end of AugustRegister today to save your seat!

Arts

  • Drawing Plein Air, in nature
  • Drawing & painting animal portraits
  • Introduction to Mosaics
  • Garden Stepping Stone
  • Pet Portrait Framed Art
  • Slate Stone Framed Art
  • Weave washcloths (2+) on a Table Top Loom
  • Woodland Park Players Musical “Newsies”

Music

  • Cascade Music Piano for Adults
  • Jazz Ensemble
  • Jazz Improv workshop
  • Private Music Lessons (Piano, Voice, Percussion, Brass and more)

Fitness & Health

  • Mindful Connection To Nature for Families
  • Weight Training & Cardio Fitness

Career & Business

  • Discover Voice-over
  • Excel (scheduled in June)
  • Tesla Start Automotive Training (Starts in June)
  • Online flexible training with ed2go

Youth Camps

  • Basketball: All Skills or Advanced
  • Black Rocket Camps
    • 3d Video Game design
    • Minecraft Designers
    • Minecraft Movie Makers
    • Minecraft Redstone Engineers
    • UTube Content Creators
    • Young Coders
  • Creative Kaleidoscope: Music & Arts
  • Creating & Coding Games w/JavaScript
  • Filmmaking: Write, Direct & Film A Short Movie
  • Imagine & Create Studio Arts
  • Soccer Camps for ages 7-12
  • Steel Toe Teens
  • Volleyball: Fundamentals or Advanced
  • Woodland Park Players “Newsies” Musical

Click here to register.

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May 21st, 2026 by Steve Marshal
May playing a saxophone.

Jazz Improv Workshop

 7/13 – 8/26 | WED | 2- 3:30 PM | $140.00 | Building 8000 Music, Large Ensemble Room | Jeffrey Kashiwa

Unlock your creativity in this fun and engaging Summer Jazz Improvisation Workshop at Shoreline College! For curious and adventurous musicians, this course helps students build confidence and fluency in improvising over classic jazz repertoire. Students will explore the foundations of jazz harmony, study chord progressions commonly found in jazz standards. Using selections from the Great American Songbook and well-known standards popularized by artists such as Miles Davis and Charlie Parker, participants will learn how harmony shapes melodic choices and how to craft expressive, stylistically authentic solos. This is a non-credit class. Contact jkashiwa!shoreline.edu for information. Register here: Music

Man playing a trumpet.

Jazz Ensemble

7/13 – 8/26 | M & W |4:00- 5:30 PM| $175.00 | 8000 Building Music Hall | Jeffrey Kashiwa

Summer jazz ensemble is a big band rehearsing and performing music of the Jazz greats like Basie, Ellington, Thad jones, as well as more modern music such as Maria Schneider, Oliver Nelson and more. Throughout the summer we will be a reading band as well as rehearsing to perform at local venues. Players will get the chance to work with other professionals and make connections. Age 16+ with music experience. This is a non-credit class. There will be a concert on site at the end of the course. Contact Jeff Kashiwa for more info at jkashiwa@shoreline.edu. Register here: Music

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December 3rd, 2025 by Steve Marshal

Intermediate Landscape Painting with Acrylics

  • 11:00 AM–3:00 PM | $99 | 1500 Bldg.

Join local artist Theresa Williams as she guides students through painting a wintery Pacific Northwest mountain scene. Using reference photos and acrylic techniques, you’ll learn to interpret nature with bold colors and an organic style.

Great for learners with some experience, but welcoming to motivated beginners!

Introduction to Mosaic Art: Micro Mosaic Pendant

  • 10:00 AM–3:00 PM | $119 | 2900 Bldg.

Create a stunning micro-mosaic pendant with artist Aleksandra Nadbitova. You’ll sketch, select colors, and arrange delicate tiles to design a wearable, one-of-a-kind piece. All materials are included, and you’ll leave with a finished gift-ready pendant.

Register here  and make this holiday season a little more handmade!

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October 14th, 2025 by Cat Chiappa

Need a few extra hours for holiday shopping? Sign your kids up for Continuing Education’s Winter Holiday Basketball All-Skills Camp, running December 22–24, 9 AM–12 PM!

Led by Shoreline Athletic Director Cameron Dollar and Shoreline team members, this fun, high-energy camp is perfect for boys and girls in grades 4th to 8th. All levels welcomed!

Campers will build skills, learn teamwork, and play exciting drills and mini games in a positive, active environment.

Just bring a water bottle, nut-free snack, and some energy to play!

  • Date: Monday 12/22/25-Wednesday 12/24/25
  • Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
  • Location: Gymnasium
  • Cost: $150 for 3 days
  • To Register: Scan the QR code below or visit shoreline.edu/continuing-ed or call 206-546-4553
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September 15th, 2025 by Steve Marshal
Course flyer with QR code to the registration link.

Shoreline Continuing Ed is offering Spanish 1 for Medical Careers this fall, designed for healthcare professionals and students. Build confidence communicating with Spanish-speaking patients; take patient histories, explain diagnoses, give medication instructions, and provide culturally competent care.

Class Details

  • Fee: $249
  • Dates: Sept. 24 – Dec. 11, 2025
  • Format: Online, asynchronous (learn on your schedule)
  • Instructor: Amelia Acosta

This class can be taken for academic credit as a 2-credit course. Please contact Enrollment Services at: enrollmentservices@shoreline.edu for more information.

Register early to secure your spot! 

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July 17th, 2025 by Steve Marshal
Photographs of firefighters.

Are you looking to break into the fire service or build essential emergency response skills? This August, Shoreline Community College is partnering with the Shoreline Fire Department, are offering two hands-on, intensive training courses for adults 18+. Taught by professional firefighters and following national standards, these courses are a great entry point into a high-impact career.

Introduction to Fire Emergency Services

  • Dates: August 11–15, 2025 from 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
  • Fee: $150
  • Location: Shoreline Fire Department Training Facility

This one-week course gives students an in-depth introduction to fire service tools, techniques, and safety procedures. Whether you’re pursuing a career in firefighting or emergency response (or just want to build practical skills) this class is a valuable starting point.

Topics include:

  • Hose and nozzle operations
  • Ground ladder techniques
  • SCBA (Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus) use
  • Fire extinguisher training
  • First Aid/CPR certification
  • Basic search and rescue methods

Click here to register for Intro to Fire Emergency Services.

Intro to Wildland Fire Fighting

  • Dates: August 25–29, 2025 from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
  • Fee: $150
  • Location: Shoreline Fire Department Training Facility

This one-week intensive course is designed for individuals ready to take on wildland firefighting roles. Based on the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) curriculum, this training prepares you to become an entry-level firefighter or support personnel.

Course highlights:

  • Understanding fire behavior and suppression strategies
  • Constructing firelines and using fire tools
  • Mastering the LCES safety system
  • Participating in live field exercises
  • Learning how to respond to wildfire emergencies safely and effectively

Ideal for active individuals 18+ who are ready to gain real-world skills in wildfire management.

Click here to register for Intro to Wildland Fire Fighting.

For more details please contact: mboehm@shoreline.edu.

Limited space, so register early!

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June 30th, 2025 by Steve Marshal
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This July, Shoreline Continuing Education is offering a series of mosaic art classes designed for beginners and creative enthusiasts alike. Taught by mosaic artist Aleksandra Nadbitova, these workshops guide participants through traditional and modern mosaic techniques (no prior experience required).

Introduction to Mosaic Art is a creative deep dive into the fundamentals of mosaic making. Participants will learn how to design and construct their own decorative pieces. With expert instruction and all materials provided, it’s the perfect weekend workshop for anyone looking to try something new.

Mosaic House Number Workshop: In this creative and hands-on workshop, students will learn how to design and make a beautiful, durable mosaic house number for their home. The outdoor mosaic house number will be approx. 11” x 27” inches.

  • Class details: Dates: July 12 – July 13 | Days: Sat: 10 am – 3 pm & Sun: 10 – 11 am | Fee: $129 | Location: 2900 Building; Room 2905

Mosaic Stepping Stones: Create a custom stepping stone for your garden or home in this fun and creative mosaic class! Using colorful tiles and glass, you’ll design and assemble a unique mosaic pattern that’s both decorative and durable. 13+

  • Class details: Dates: July 26 | Times: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM | Days: Sa | Fee: $59 | Location: 2900 Building; Room 2905

With all supplies included and plenty of creative freedom, these mosaic art classes offer an inspiring way to spend a summer weekend. Space is limited and registration is open now.

Click here for more information or to register.

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June 30th, 2025 by Steve Marshal
Collage of different musical instruments, including: trumpet, piano, guitar, and drums.

This summer, Shoreline Community College is offering personalized music learning experiences. Through Private Music Instruction, students ages 15 and up can receive individual lessons in a wide range of instruments and voice.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician looking to refine your skills, Shoreline’s accomplished faculty offer instruction in piano, voice, guitar, bass, ukulele, woodwinds, brass, strings, and percussion. Lessons are tailored to the student’s level, interests, and goals, making it one of the most flexible and supportive music programs in the area.

Each enrollment includes 5 hours of private instruction, with the option to schedule either ten 30-minute sessions or five 60-minute sessions. Lessons are scheduled directly with the instructor after registration and typically take place in Shoreline’s #800 Music Building, a dedicated space for high-quality musical learning.

The fee is $399 per 5-hour session (just $39.90 per lesson), and students can register for multiple sessions per quarter with faculty approval. Interested students should reach out to jkashiwa@shoreline.edu for availability and instructor placement.

With expert mentorship and customized pacing, Private Music Instruction at Shoreline is a great opportunity to grow musically!

Click here to learn more or register.

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May 30th, 2025 by Steve Marshal
Woman holding a sword.

Have you ever dreamed of wielding a sword like a movie hero or performing a dramatic duel like the Three Musketeers? Now’s your chance to bring that energy to life — safely and on stage.

Shoreline Community College’s Continuing Education program is offering a Stage Combat & Sword Fighting class designed to teach you how to move, fight, and act with confidence and flair. Whether you’re into theater, film, cosplay, or just looking for a unique way to stay active, this one-day workshop is the perfect opportunity to combine exercise, coordination, and dramatic performance in a fun and supportive setting.

Led by instructor Lee Ann Hittenberger, the class covers stage-safe sword salutes, cuts, parries, and fight choreography. You’ll even learn a full fight sequence that will be filmed on the final day.

No prior experience is required, but a background in sports or performing arts will definitely help. All supplies, including safe theatrical swords, are provided. Just come dressed in clothes you can move in, tennis shoes, and leather gloves if possible.

  • Class Date: Sunday, June 1
  • Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
  • Location: Theater Lobby, SL016
  • Fee: $59

This is a fun, fast-paced — and there’s still time to sign up! Don’t miss your chance to channel your inner stage fighter and learn a cool new skill that’s equal parts performance and physicality.

Click here to register.


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