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(Last update: 03/25/2023)
Academic Tutors
Charity Adams *Check for Availability *Virtual only
Tutoring in math (including Algebras I & II, Geometry), English, science, history & Spanish. Also able to teach sewing & culinary arts, with emphasis in desserts. K-12 Also tutors music and Spanish. (See “Music/Theater” and “Foreign Language & American Sign Language” sections.)
$20 per hour
(707) 834-0012
adamsshmadams81@gmail.com
Luke Allamar New!
K-8. Tutoring in all areas, with emphasis in reading support and Language Arts.
$30 per hour
(707) 497-9747
lukeallamar@gmail.com
Myah Baisch *Check for Availability
Tutoring in: Math K-8; Language arts and reading K-12; Homework help K-12. Also tutors German language K-12. (See “Foreign Language & American Sign Language” section)
$20 per hour
(707) 362-9923
baischm@live.com
Samantha Diel
K-12 & College: Tutoring in all subjects. Math: basic, pre-algebra, algebra & geometry. Science: biology, chemistry, earth science, physics, botany, zoology. History. Social studies. Language arts: reading, writing, essays, MLA & APAm grammar, punctuation.
$30 per hour
(707) 273-9130
smd885@humboldt.edu
Vicki Dillard New!
Tutoring English and math, K-12. Basic math to calculus and statistics; English from basic to college level.
$20 per hour
(707) 616-5999
VLDILLARD@gmail.com
Marion Fimbres
Tutoring reading K-12. Also tutors Spanish and basic American sign language. (See “Foreign Language & American Sign Language” section)
$30 per hour
(707) 845-0315
marionfimbres@yahoo.com
Jeff Gonzalez *Check for Availability
Jeff is a credentialed teacher with Alder Grove and College of the Redwoods. Tutoring in history and English, grades 7-12
$30 per hour
(707) 840-0487
jeff.gonzalez@aldergrovecharter.org
Tamara Lindley *Check for Availability
Science & Math tutor, plus enrichment courses, K-12
Includes maths through Algebra I; Life, earth, & physical sciences, including chemistry and physics.
$30 per hour
(707) 845-2212
tlindley333@gmail.com
Autumn Marsh *Check for Availability *Virtual only
K-12: tutoring in all subjects, math specifically, & some college courses.
$20 per hour
(707) 599-2058
autumnalocean@gmail.com
Adelinea Nissen *Check for Availability
Tutoring for math (up to Algebra I) and English, K-8.
$20 per hour
(707) 572-6244
adelineanissen@gmail.com
Tony Persico *Check for Availability
Academic tutoring in writing, English, history, fine arts and sciences, grades 8-12.
Also has expertise in music, basketball and comedy.
$25 per hour
(707) 502-9656
av.persico@gmail.com
Virginia Resanda
Academic tutoring in all subjects, especially math. Elementary math, pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra 2 (intermediate Algebra). K-12
$25 per hour
(707) 908-6594
thesharkzen@yahoo.com
Laurie Richardson *Check for Availability
Laurie is a credentialed teacher. Tutoring in Language Arts and Fine Arts.
$30 per hour
(707) 845-9727
laurie.richardson@aldergrovecharter.org
Barbara Rybeck *Virtual only
Academic tutoring in all subjects, including math up to Algebra II.
Grades K-12
$30 per hour
(707) 832-8466
b.rybeck@yahoo.com
Jasper Severn
Tutoring higher maths and physical sciences: Algebra I & II, geometry, calculus, trigonometry, chemistry and physics. Provides math lab help several days a week. Contact AGCS for math lab days and times.
$25 per hour
(707) 672-2070
jasper.severn@aldergrovecharter.org
Suzanne Smith *Check for Availability
Suzanne is a credentialed teacher. Grades K-12, all subjects. She is available during school hours.
$30 per hour. **Available in person or over phone**
(707) 443-6202 (cell), (707) 443-6202 (home)
suzanne.smith@aldergrovecharter.org
Felicia Treece *Check for Availability
Felicia is a credentialed teacher, all subjects, grades K-7.
$30 per hour
(707) 617-0773
felicia.treece@aldergrovecharter.org
Arts and Crafts Instruction
Eureka Fabrics
Materials for sewing projects. A variety of classes are offered: sewing, felting, patterns, etc.
Private instruction available. Fees vary by class.
412 2nd Street Old Town, Eureka
(707) 442-2646 or toll free (888) 469-6799
orders@eurekafabrics.com
https://eurekafabrics.com/
Fire Arts Center
Classes in ceramics and glass
Fees vary
520 South G Street, Arcata
(707) 826-1445
director@fireartsarcata.com
https://www.fireartsarcata.com
Humboldt Arts Council
Art classes at the Morris Graves Museum of Art
$90 per session
636 F Street, Eureka
(707) 442-0278
https://www.humboldtarts.org
Ink People Center for the Arts
Ink People offers community cultural development, classes, exhibitions, performances, project incubation and support
Fees vary by class.
525 7th Street, Eureka
(707) 442-8413
inkers@inkpeople.org
Lotus Studio Pottery
Pottery instruction – hand-building and/or throw wheel, depending on age.
$300 per 6-week course: includes clay, glazes, and 2 firings. Makeup classes are $55 per hour.
630 2nd Street, Eureka
(707) 616-6504
lotusstudioeureka@gmail.com
https://www.lotstu.com
Nehemiah’s Art (Penny Fregeau)
Drawing, various media, artist themes each week, study of famous artists and developing artistic and problem solving skills.
$20 per 90-minute class
(707) 617-2053
nehemiahsart@gmail.com
https://www.penfrea.com
Notions Sewing Studio
Specializing in sewing machine classes for beginning & intermediate sewing. Classes encourage the use of math, design, problem-solving & artistic expression. Embroidery, mending, needle felting & wet felting classes are also available.
$20/hr private lessons. Fees vary for group lessons.
Location: Eureka
(707) 601-9804
sewing@notionssewingstudio.com
https://www.notionssewingstudio.com
Dance
Academy of Irish Dance & Music
Irish Dance instruction
Call for fee information.
433 A Street, Eureka
(707) 834-5333
shelleap23@sbcglobal.net
https://www.facebook.com/academyofirishdance
The Dance Scene Studio
Dance classes in the techniques of ballet, pointe, hip hop, belly dance, yoga and pilates. Term or monthly tuition schedules available.
1011 H Street, Eureka
(707) 502-2188
dancescenestudio@gmail.com
http://www.danceeureka.com
Laura East’s Ferndale Dance Academy
Class fees vary depending on length of session
430 Ocean Avenue, Ferndale
(707) 496-0805
laura@ferndaledance.com
https://www.ferndaledance.com
No Limits Dance Academy
Tap, jazz, hip hop and ballet lessons.
Beginning through advanced.
Contact for fee information
1093 10th Street, Arcata
(707) 825-0922
nolimitstapandjazz@yahoo.com
http://www.nolimitsdanceacademy.com/
North Coast Dance
Ballet lessons (Kindergarten to adult)
Ballet, pointe & pre-pointe, hip-hop, hula,
modern, Middle Eastern dance, and ballroom
Contact for fee information.
426 F Street, Eureka
(707) 442-7779
northcoastdance.org@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/NorthCoastDance/
Trillium Dance Studios (Erin McKeever)
Ballet, pointe, modern, tap, contempo, Latin jazz
Please contact for fee information.
855 8th St., Suite 1, Arcata
(707) 822-8408 (office)
info@trilliumdance.com
http://www.trilliumdance.com
Trinity Ballet Academy (Greta Leverett)
Ballet instruction
Fees are per semester, plus a non-refundable registration fee
1981 Central Avenue, McKinleyville
(707) 839-1816
amayaballet801@gmail.com
https://www.trinityballetacademy.com
Driving Schools
Eureka Driving School
Online Driver’s Education class; Behind-the-wheel training
1307 Union Street, Eureka
Fees vary.
(707) 442-1355
driver@humboldt1.com
https://www.eurekadrivingandtrafficschool.com/
Humboldt Driving School
Online Driver’s Education class; Behind-the-wheel training
Fees vary.
2936 J Street, Eureka
(707) 442-4083
humboldtdrivingschool@gmail.com
http://www.humboldtdriving.com/
Foreign Language & American Sign Language
Charity Adams *Check for Availability *Virtual only
Tutoring in Spanish, K-12.
$20 per hour
(707) 834-0012
adamsshmadams81@gmail.com
Erica Alston *Check for Availability
Erica is a credentialed teacher at Alder Grove providing Spanish language tutoring services.
$30 per hour
(707) 832-3447
erica.alston@aldergrovecharter.org
Myah Baisch *Check for Availability
German language tutor, K-12. Prefers meeting at HSU library. Also provides academic tutoring and homework help. (See “Academic Tutors“)
$18 per hour
(707) 362-9923
baischm@live.com
Marion Fimbres
Tutoring for Spanish language and basic American sign language, K-12. Also provides academic tutoring in reading (See “Academic Tutors“)
$30 per hour
(707) 845-0315
marionfimbres@yahoo.com
Katharina Goodshield New!
Tutoring German language, K-12. Is a native German speaker. Also an accomplished pianist and provides piano lessons. (See “Music/Theater” section.)
$25 per half hour session, typically once weekly lessons.
(707) 599-6289
contact@meerlemusic.com (yes, this is the email address)
http://www.meerlemusic.com
Health Clubs/Fitness/Gymnastics/
Skate/Swim/Yoga, etc.
All Performance Training, LLC
Personal training; group exercise training; functional & sport specific training; general exercise & health wellness; triathlon coach; swim/bike/run instruction.
Personal training fees: $35 per 1/2 hour; $60 per hour
Two person tandem training fees, per person: $27.50 per 1/2 hour; $45 per hour
1404 John Hill Rd., Eureka
(707) 498-8726
pam.allperformancetraining@gmail.com
www.allperformancetraining.com
Arcata Parks and Recreation
Offers various recreation programs such as gymnastics, martial arts, tennis, basketball, and LEGO engineering classes
736 F Street, Arcata
707-822-7091
Rec@CityofArcata.org
https://www.cityofarcata.org/rec
Arcata Pool
Private and group swim lessons
1150 16th Street, Arcata
(707) 822-6801
arcatapool@sbcglobalnet
https://arcatapool.com/
Blue Lake Parks and Recreation
Roller skating at Prasch Hall during public skate hours.
(707) 668-5932
https://bluelake.ca.gov/parks-recreation/adult-athletics-skating/
Cal Courts Annex
Gym memberships for students 16+. Contact CalCourts for new hours of operation.
$120 per semester
3909 Walnut Drive in Cutten
(707) 445-5445
calcourtsmembership@gmail.com
www.calcourtsfitness.com
(The) Club at Mill Creek
Swim lessons; adult and student gym memberships.
Fees vary, contact vendor for information.
1570 Betty Ct., McKinleyville
(707) 267-7525
cdavis@thecluboncentral.com
https://theclubforfitness.com
Robert Diggins
Certified yoga teacher: HITA and Ahymsin. Meditation, physical (hatha), breathing, systematic relaxation, sanskrit. Also a music instructor (See under Music/Theater)
$70 per hour
(707) 845-1788
forestviolinyogi@gmail.com
Eureka Municipal Golf Course *New!
Golf course and driving range; individual or group golf lessons.
Visit website for pricing information.
4750 Fairway Drive, Eureka
(707) 443-4808
www.eurekagolfcourse.com
Far North Climbing, LLCIndoor climbing for physical education.Visit website for pricing information.1065 K Street, Suite C, Arcata(707) 826-9558far.north.climbing.arcata@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/farnortharcata/https://far-north-climbing-gym.business.site/
Flips for Kids Gymnastics
Please see website for details
Prices vary; contact vendor for pricing
1489 Hoover Street, Eureka
(707) 445-0450
flipsforkidsgymnastics@yahoo.com
https://flipsforkids.com/
HealthSport
Student gym memberships. Private swim when available. *New: Personal training services now available.
Gym memberships are $225 per semester. Swim and personal training fees vary; contact vendor for price information.
Now at four locations:
3441 Pennsylvania Avenue, Eureka
(707) 443-3488
300 Community Parkway, Arcata
(707) 822-3488
1500 Anna Sparks Way, McKinleyville
(707) 839-9800
721 South Fortuna Blvd., Fortuna
(707) 725-9484
www.healthsport.com
Humboldt Bay Rowing Association
HBRA is dedicated to providing recreational rowing opportunities on Humboldt Bay for adults and youth. Please see website for more information.
$450 per season
Physical location:
Humboldt Bay Rowing Association Boathouse
1063 Waterfront Drive, Eureka, 95501
Mailing address: P.O. Box 750, Trinidad, 95570
Contacts: Jerome Simone, HBRA President at president@hbra.org
Julia Smith, Head Coach at headcoach@hbra.org
Sunshine Lee, Parent Rep at sunshine.lee@aldergrovecharter.org
(707) 267-7976
https://www.hbra.org
Humboldt Swim Club
Competitive swimming skills for children ages 6-18
Contact vendor for pricing
P.O. Box 101, Bayside, CA 95524
Contact: John Pearce at (707) 267-SWIM (7946)
headcoach@hscswim.org
https://www.teamunify.com/SubTabGeneric.jsp?team=pchsc&_stabid_=80003
Humboldt Tennis Club
Tennis lessons, play clays, tournaments and clinics
Contact vendor for pricing
600 F Street, Suite 3, PMB 820, Arcata, 95521
Contact: Peter Dauphinee at (707) 616-4781
humboldttennisclub@gmail.com
www.humboldttennisclub.com
Rampart Skatepark
Skateboarding: one-on-one instruction, seasonal camps.
Drop-in, punch card or monthly rates. Contact vendor for pricing.
700 South G Street, Arcata
(707) 826-0675
brandon@rampartskatpark.org
http://www.rampartskatepark.org
Instrument Rental Services
M.B. Rental Instruments
Musical instrument rentals.
$50 per semester
(707) 498-1052
marianrbaker@gmail.com
Meadowood Music
Instrument rentals and sales: call for pricing and availability.
Also violin and viola lessons, string orchestra, ensemble coaching, music theory (see Stefan Vaughan under Music/Theater).
Contact Stefan Vaughan at (707) 442-0689
meadowoodmusic@gmail.com
Redwood Music Mart
Musical instrument supplies
511 F Street, Eureka
(707) 268-3829
www.redwoodmusicmart.com
Martial Arts
Cobra and Butterfly Karate School
Martial arts instruction
Call for current price schedule.
1711 Main Street, Fortuna
(707) 725-4849
grandpasensei@aol.com
https://www.facebook.com/cobraandbutterflykarate/
The Health and Karate Center
A family martial arts program built around peace, balance, safety and respect. Program includes fitness, self-defense training and martial arts instruction in classic Okinawan karate.
Fees vary, family rates available.
1944 Central Avenue, McKinleyville
(707) 839-5255
Sensei Rick Bryan: rickhunts007@gmail.com
Kevin Metcalf: kevin77lee@gmail.com
https://healthandkaratecenter.business.site/
Humboldt Jiu Jitsu Academy
Martial arts/self defense instruction
Call for current price schedule.
1041 F Street, Arcata
707-822-6278
https://humboldtjiujitsu.com/
Humboldt Martial Arts and Fitness (Jeff Speakman’s Kenpo 5.0)
Martial Arts instruction.
Fees vary
375 S. Fortuna Blvd, #737, Fortuna
(707) 499-4871
humboldtkenpokarate@yahoo.com
https://fortunamartialartsandfitness.com/
Jobu Shin Kan
Martial Arts instruction
Call for current price schedule.
521 4th Street, Eureka
(707) 443-3735
http://jobushinkan.weebly.com/
https://www.facebook.com/jobushinkan/
Lost Coast Kenpo Karate
Physical education, self defense and respect to others.
Call for current price schedule.
7 5th Street, Eureka
(707) 498-9442
lckenpo@aol.com
https://www.facebook.com/LostCoastKenpo/
Sun Yi’s Academy
Tae Kwon Do Instruction
Call for current price schedule.
1215 Giuntoli Lane, Arcata
(707) 825-0182
www.sunyisarcata.com
Wolverton Dragon Heart Tang Soo Do
Martial Arts Instruction
Call for current price schedule. Family discount available.
Fortuna Skating Rink
9 Park Drive, Fortuna 95540
beckydhtsd@gmail.com
dragonhearttsd.com
Miscellaneous
Dream Quest
Dream Quest provides youth with a range of vocational and creative opportunities to imagine and build their dreams.
Willow Creek Youth Partnership
Helping Youth Realize Their Dreams
(530) 629-3564
dreamquestwillowcreek@hotmail.com
https://www.dqwc.org
Foodwise
Weekly classes about eating, food preparation, sourcing, measuring, cleanliness, gardening. Simple kid-friendly snack and meal making.
$45 per session. Call for most current fee schedule.
971 8th Street, Arcata
(707) 633-8328
foodwisekitchen@gmail.com
www.foodwisekitchen.com
Music/Theater
Robert Diggins
Music lessons for violin, viola, coronet, trumpet and guitar; vocal, private and ensemble, coaching and tutoring. Certified in Baroque violin performance. Also a certified yoga teacher. (See under Health Clubs/Fitness/Gymnastics/Skate/Swim/Tennis, etc.)
$70 per hour
(707) 845-1788
forestviolinyogi@gmail.com
Eureka Music School
Jam Band: 1-hour group for ages 5-6 yrs to learn basic rhythm and try out different instruments
Rock Band 101: 1.5-hr once-a-week program for ages 7-10 yrs to get students to play in a band
Rock Band: 2-hr once-a-week program for grades 6th-12th to play as a band
Lessons only: 45-min a week private lessons for ages 5 to adult
Fees vary. Contact vendor for more information.
1023 G Street, Eureka
Contact Brian Archuleta at (408) 460-8938
Eurekamusicschool.com
Angel Fargas
Private lessons. Guitar, ukulele instructor. Tabs, notation, right & left hand training.
$35 per 1/2-hour session, once a week ($70 per hour)
(707) 442-9213
angelfargas@yahoo.com
Ferndale Music Company
Guitar, ukulele, drums, bass lessons
Contact for fee information.
246 Berding St, Ferndale
Contact Paul Beatie at (707) 786-7030
ferndalemusic@yahoo.com
http://www.ferndalemusiccompany.com/
Katharina Goodshield New!
Piano lessons with focus on all the basics, and including the following: encouragement, creativity, improvisation, composition, theory, reading, and more. Composition of various soundtracks for theater, and 30 years experience playing and studying piano. Visit the website for more information. Also tutors German language. (See “Foreign Language & American Sign Language” section.)
$25 per half hour session, typically once weekly lessons.
(707) 599-6289
contact@meerlemusic.com (*yes, this is the email address)
http://www.meerlemusic.com
Humboldt Light Opera Company (KidCo)
Musical theater classes. Fees vary.
(707) 825-8419
info@kidcohloc.com
www.hloc.org
Humboldt Music Academy
HSU Music Department
Music lessons; contact for fee information.
(707) 826-3411
hma@humboldt.edu
Humboldt Piano Studio
(Carol Thompkins)
Customized piano lessons based on student interest. Certified to teach beginning through advanced. Classical, jazz, improv, composition, theory. Ages 4 & over.
Fees vary, typically $36-$50 per hour
Location: Bayshore Mall
(707) 502-9469
www.humboldtpianostudio.com
Julieann Kami-Craven
Private piano lessons
$15 per 1/2 hour
(707) 502-0004
jkamicraven@yahoo.com
Matt Mantova
Co-owner of Mantova’s Two Street Music in Old Town, Eureka. Providing private guitar lessons, including note reading and right-hand technique. Classically trained, with 10+ years experience.
$30.00 per 1/2 hour session
(707) 599-5975
matt@mtsmusic.com
Ruth McClimon
Private piano lessons, including note reading, emphasis on reading rhythms and repertoire. Performance experience at Fortuna Adult Day Program four times per year, and annual recital performance. Computer theory and games offered.
$22.50 per 40-minute lesson
(707) 725-3760
rtoyoko@aol.com
Katie McGourty
Piano Lessons, Suzuki Method
$60 per hour; $30 per 1/2 hour
(707) 601-2434
katiemcgourty@gmail.com
Alana Nicklas
Private beginning to intermediate lessons for electric bass, piano, and guitar, vocals and music theory
$30 per hour
(707) 407-6659
Alana.McConnell@humboldt.edu
North Coast Music – Instructors Aaron Souza & Jennifer Dominick
Aaron: private music lessons including, but not limited to: piano, drums, bass, guitar, ukulele.
$140 per month for once weekly 1/2 hour lesson
Jennifer: private piano lessons
$120 per month for once weekly 1/2 hour lesson
2592 Shay Court, Fortuna
Contact Aaron: (707) 725-9787
info@northcoastmusic.org
Contact Jennifer: (707) 296-8522
jennifer@northcoastmusic.org; 1984jmdominick@gmail.com
Lorenza Simmons Phillips *Check for Availability
Private lessons for vocal and piano instruction
$40 per hour
(707) 845-3983
lfs6@humboldt.edu
Elizabeth Rau
Private piano and voice lessons; music theory.
$50 per hour; $25 per 1/2-hour
(707) 442-4246
larkinsong@gmail.com
Terri Strachan
Private flute and piano lessons. Fun-loving lessons with an award-winning teacher! Certified music teacher, HSU flute professor.
$33 per 1/2-hour weekly lesson
(818) 681-1668 (text or call)
terristrachan247@gmail.com
Francis Vanek
Private music Lessons, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute
$30 per 45-minute session.
(707) 813-7333
rose.joani@gmail.com
Stefan Vaughan
Offering virtual private violin and viola lessons, string orchestra. Ensemble coaching, music theory. Instrument rentals and sales (see Meadowood Music under Instrument Rental Services): call for prices and availability.
*Platform: Zoom
$45 per hour
(707) 442-0689
meadowoodmusic@gmail.com
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