How It Works
Getting started with The Grove is simple. Here's what you need to know.
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Browse Our Classes
Check out our class catalog to find something that interests you. All classes are open to adults in the community — no prerequisites or applications.
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Get in Touch
Contact us by phone, email, or through our website to ask questions or let us know which class you'd like to join. We're happy to help you find the right fit.
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Register & Pay
We'll confirm your spot and walk you through payment. Per-session and monthly pass options are available.
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Show Up & Learn
That's it. Come to class, participate, and enjoy learning something new with a great group of people.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question we haven't answered? Reach out to us anytime.
Anyone! Our classes are open to everyone in the community. You don't need any special background, experience, or membership.
Classes are held at our location at 1350 Avenue of the Americas, 2nd Floor, in Midtown Manhattan. Select classes include community excursions to museums, cultural institutions, and community sites throughout New York City. Some classes may also be offered online.
Rates are listed on our Classes page. Most group classes are $70 per session, with monthly passes available at $250 for four sessions. The Design Studio (our 2-hour visual design class) is $100 per session or $350 monthly.
Life happens. Let us know in advance if you can't make it. We can discuss make-up options or schedule adjustments.
Yes. Our classes are structured to meet the requirements for Individual Directed Goods and Services (IDGS) under New York's Self-Direction program. Published rates, class descriptions, attendance documentation, and receipts are all provided. If you have questions about how to include The Grove in your spending plan, we're happy to help you and your Support Broker get started.
Just yourself and your curiosity. Any materials needed for class are provided. For digital skills classes (Canva, AI Toolbox), a laptop or tablet is helpful but not required — we can work with you on access.