This four-week class meets on Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, and 23. Ready to make your drawings look more accurate — without overthinking it? This beginner-friendly class uses fun, fast-paced exercises to help you better see shapes, proportions, light, and shadow so what you draw starts to match what you’re looking at. We'll start with […]
You must have completed a six-week ASAP class in Stand-Up, Improv, or Sketch Comedy to apply for this 3-week class that meets on Wednesdays, June 3, 10, and 17. In […]
This two-hour beginner-friendly workshop invites participants to explore the power of songwriting as personal expression. No prior musical experience is required — just a willingness to share and create. Participants […]
Discover the art of woodturning in this hands-on, three-hour workshop designed for absolute beginners. This course provides a foundational introduction to wood lathe operation, turning tools, and essential spindle turning techniques. Under expert guidance, students will learn safe practices, tool control, and basic shaping methods. No prior experience required. All tools, safety gear, and materials […]
Do you want to learn how to sew but find a sewing machine intimidating? This 3 hour workshop is made for you! Sewing Basics 101 will introduce students to the sewing machine and learn basic skills with hands-on guided instruction. All equipment and materials will be provided. Please note the location is in Pungo, Virginia […]
This three-week class meets on Thursdays, June 4, 11, and 18. Ready to try something new? This beginner-friendly class gets you comfortable at the sewing machine and creating from day one. You’ll learn machine safety, how it works, and the essentials—threading, winding a bobbin, sewing straight stitches, and understanding tools and materials. We’ll also cover […]
Join some of San Diego’s funniest people at this military-friendly Open Mic! This show features ASAP Alumni, military-connected comedians, and local talent. This open mic is run by veterans and […]
Create a coral bowl in this morning fusing class. Students will learn basic fusing processes of cutting glass and using slump molds to create a bowl inspired by sea coral. About the Instructor This class is produced in partnership with the Chrysler Museum of Art.
Join us at Cabrillo National Monument for a hike and art workshop where history meets breath-taking ocean views. This event is produced in partnership with our friends from the National Park Trust. Perched at the southern tip of Point Loma, Cabrillo offers sweeping panoramas of the Pacific Ocean, San Diego Bay, and the city skyline. […]
This four-week class will meet on Tuesdays: June 9, 16, 23, and 30. Build your creative vocabulary using strategies to help you find your personal sound and overcome writer’s block. We will look to other songwriters to build the skills used in creating our own musical masterpieces. As Mozart once said: “People err who think […]
Where are you from? For some, the answer is simple. For others, it’s layered across hometowns, duty stations, road trips, memories, people, and moments that still feel like home. In this reflective and creative writing workshop, you’ll use guided prompts and personal photographs to explore the places and experiences that shaped your story. Through poetry […]
This two-week class will meet on Thursdays, June 11 & 18. Gain the tools you need to get your resume shaped up and ready for action. On your laptop, please […]
Ready to get out on the dance floor but not sure where to start? This is the perfect place. In this fun, beginner-friendly 2-hour workshop, you’ll learn the foundations of both Country Two-Step and Country Swing — two of the most popular and social partner dances around. We’ll break everything down step-by-step so you can […]
Explore the beauty of the natural world in this landscape painting workshop. Learn the basics of color mixing, brushwork, perspective, and composition as you bring your artwork to life. No experience needed — all skill levels welcome! About the Instructor Dan Cooper is an award-winning visual artist with paintings in private and corporate collections. He […]
Come grab a drink at this ASAP show featuring hilarious military-connected comedians. Admission is free and open to the public.
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world where your imagination leads the way? Active Imagination is a low-pressure, high-play workshop designed to gently awaken your creative spirit through […]
Held every 2nd Sunday, this Poetry & Music Open Mic honors the legacy of Army Veteran Jihmye Collins and Vietnam Veteran Jim Hornsby Moreno, continuing the brave, supportive community they built through creative expression. As Jim Moreno said, “Push Back, Use Your Voice; One voice can change a room, change a city, change a state, […]
Ready to think faster, laugh harder, and surprise yourself? In this Intro to Improv Workshop, you’ll jump into the core skills of improv comedy, agreement, acceptance, and fearless collaboration. Through dynamic games and group exercises, you’ll learn how to create scenes on the spot, trust your instincts, and have a ridiculous amount of fun doing […]
This workshop is designed specifically for those who know they need to be on social media, but need a plan to get started. In this hands-on session, you'll build your […]
Great comedy shows don’t just need funny comedians, they need strong hosts who know how to control the room, connect with audiences, and keep the energy going. This workshop is […]
This workshop is designed to enhance a peaceful yet powerful engagement between your head, heart, and hands. In this workshop we will use simple art making tools to help (re)ignite the innate excitement of your inner observer, the part of you capable of seeing the world with fresh new eyes! This workshop is open to […]
Cameras are everywhere. Whether you're shooting a multi-million dollar movie or having a zoom interview, the basics of camera still apply. Knowing how to navigate them, both in acting and […]
Collect the Moments. Tell the Story with a Postcard Journal. For many of us, life gets measured in places lived, roads traveled, and memories collected along the way. Some are packed in boxes. Some are tucked into drawers. And some still live on old postcards and photographs we just couldn’t throw away. In this creative […]
Stitch, Relax, Create. In this fun, low-pressure workshop, you’ll learn simple embroidery stitches while creating a design that’s uniquely yours. No experience needed, just show up ready to slow down, try something new, and enjoy the process. You’ll learn foundational stitches like running stitch, back stitch, stem stitch, split stitch, French knots, chain stitch, and […]