Los Angeles City College Classes, Los Angeles

A class on how to operate a business using basic recordkeeping, accounting, reporting, and analysis methods. Students will learn how to set-up a Chart of Accounts, how business transactions are processed, how to prepare a Profile & Loss Statement, a Balance Sheet, and a Statement of Cash Flows. Financial operations and reporting for all forms...

Live! Rent Free!!! Don’t put off your career as an apartment manager! Join us and learn how to get the upper hand on securing a job as an apartment manager. Topics include renting and leasing, rent control, apartment repairs, security deposit, Health Department & SCEP compliance, housing discrimination laws, disability codes, and more. Part...

This is a course to learn what is required to start their business in Los Angeles and surrounding areas. The class begins with a look at the Challenges the new business owner will face, the marketing basics quick, and easy guide through the forest of regulations faced by new business start-ups in Los Angeles. Learn what you need to know about city...

Learn the basics of sewing! This class will cover both hand sewing and machine sewing techniques for practical use in everyday life. We'll take a look at different types of stitches, as well as how to do minor repairs. You'll even get to make your very own pillow! Please have the following materials for class: Pencil 18” clear ruler Seam ripper...

Do you have presentations at work? Are you a teacher or a lawyer or an IT worker? Do you not like the idea of public speaking? This class can help. Have a blast and learn a new skill! Actors and non actors learn the building blocks of improvisational comedy. Comedic improvisational acting is about communication, team work, listening and trusting yourself,...

Get into the fastest racquet sport (record set at over 200 mph) on Earth and improve your health, self-esteem and awareness of yourself and the environment. Understand the quality of the various racquets and shuttlecocks and its impact on the game. Learn correct techniques of performing different type of serves, attacking and defensive shots as...

In this workshop you will learn the manipulation and the observation of materials, as they are best used to gain the objectives expressed in the Japanese view of flower arranging following the curriculum of the OHARA form of Ikebana done in a low bowl using moribana style, meaning "piled-up."  Advanced class for continuing students or those with...

Live! Rent Free!!! (Continuation of Part I) Don’t put off your career as an apartment manager! Join us and learn how to get the upper hand on securing a job as an apartment manager. Topics include renting and leasing, rent control, apart-ment repairs, security deposit, Health Department & SCEP compliance, housing discrimination laws, disability...

Get into the sport that puts a spin on improved health and alertness. Learn the basic strokes, such as forehand, backhand, volleys, and serving, along with game rules & court etiquette.  Bring tennis racket, can of tennis balls, and bottled water. Please no dark-soled shoes. 

This class will get you started in basic color charcoal stick painting techniques with an emphasis on understanding/experiencing color composition in two and three-dimensional design. Get step-by-step instructions as you use charcoal sticks and acrylics to paint still life, flowers, landscape, etc. This class will help to build your observational...

Muay Thai or Thai Boxing is the national sport of Thailand. Learn the Art of Eight Limbs, the use of fists, knees, elbows and kicks and get yourself in great physical shape.  This course will cover offense, defense, and strategy in a safe and non-competitive atmosphere. Basic terms, terminology, history and tradition will be covered in this...

Ikebana is more than just flower arrangement! This stunning Japanese art form will teach you how to observe and manipulate flowers, leaves, and even stems to create pieces of art using the traditions of Ikebana. Our beginner friendly introductory class will focus on the low bowl Hana-isho style, creating simple flower designs that will bring the beauty...

Come on out and play the most popular sport in the world! The Youth Soccer Clinic will train youth in basic ball handling techniques, kicking with accuracy and strength, and team building. Youth won't just learn how to play soccer, they'll get to take their game to the next level!  Please wear soccer cleats, shin-guards with socks, and bring...

Everybody loves having their face painted! This class will help you develop the skills needed to face paint for children’s parties, school events, or maybe even to make a little extra money. Students will learn freehand stroke skills, tool and makeup selection, loading your brush with multiple colors, safety hygiene, and more. Teacher is bilingual...

Learn how to protect yourself in the streets, how to turn your fear into anger and switch yourself into attack mode. Defend yourself against an attacker and learn why size is not a factor. Students will learn effective techniqiues on how to quickly subdue their attacker(s).Teens welcome with parent/guardian permission.