The Best Weird Classes To Take in NYC

Are you a nerd, and maybe looking for a fun rainy day activity? Look no further - there’s a lot of strange & unusual stuff to learn in the Big Apple!

Have YOU taken a class here that was amazing? Drop it in the comments!

Taxidermy Classes - Ever been curious what goes into mounting a butterfly for display, or how to make a dead rat appear lively again? Gotham Taxidermy can show you the way!

Longsword Fundamentals - If you’re a fan of cosplay or stage combat, this class by Gotham Swords can teach you to look comfy and confident with your weapon.

Learn to Hunt - I’m a little biased, since the instructor was my grad school roommate, but Fisher Neal will teach the most beginner of novices how to hunt, and he’s really into sustainability and also mushroom foraging! A super cool dude all around.

Leatherworking - Forget hitting Canal Street for knock-off Gucci bags - make your OWN!

Cooking and Cannabis Infusion Classes - Need I say more?

Pole Dancing Class - Look, if you think pole dancing is trashy and not an actual feat of athletic ability, I don’t know what to tell you. But if you’re game, the team at Body & Pole will have you wrapped around the chrome looking like a natural!