What we’re about
Throughout the week the SF Free School offers free classes to anyone and everyone who wants to learn, have fun and meet new people. Classes we've offered have been in music and dance, martial arts and yoga, meditation and philosophy, dating and relationships, acting and improvisation, networking and social media, foreign languages, computer use, job hunting, startups - and many other topics as well.
The SF Free School is focused on sharing activities and teaching skills which are fun, healthy and useful. We are currently only listing classes that are located in the SF area. Our events are often styled as potlucks, classes, workshops and public talks. We go on field trips, so we can explore new areas and discover new things, and we like to gather in parks and public areas. Indoors we gather in community centers and community meeting rooms, or we might be found in cafes, private homes and in public classrooms.
All classes and events at our locations are free of charge and open to all. We do not ask for cash for any of our classes and events and everyone is always welcome to attend our classes and events free of charge. Though our instructors and event hosts can accept donations which are freely offered for the classes and events they hold with us they may never ask for cash or donations from anyone who attends the classes and events they make available through the SF Free School.
We only have one rule at the Free School: Be Excellent to Each Other – and that is the only payment we ever require.
So come and enjoy yourself, start training your body and your mind, meet new people - or teach and share what you know. You are always welcome.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Introduction to Senior Community Service Employment ProgramLink visible for attendees
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) is a federally funded job-readiness program that helps older adults transition from on-the-job training back into the work force. We work with community-based training sites to assist you in developing the skills necessary while you seek full-time or part-time employment.
Presented by Amy Yu, Program Director, SCSEP, Felton Institute, a Family Service Agency
This will be an online event, using the Zoom platform. Reservations required: https://sfpl-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckcuugqT8iGdcw1QY-TZE52_Cs1crJdJKO#/registration
- Resume Writing EssentialsLink visible for attendees
An Employment Program Representative from the California Employment Development Department covers the essentials to creating a winning resume in today's job market.
The Employment Development Department highly recommends that you register and submit your resume on the CalJobs website. This is a no-fee job search site. For further assistance or questions please call (415) 749-7511
This will be an online event, using the Zoom platform. Reservations required: https://sfpl-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuce-gqD4iHdBvAZrWseUKuD9Tp6gIcFpd#/registration
- Everything Roth IRAsLink visible for attendees
Roth IRAs are a very effective retirement planning tool. Learn about:
- Qualifications to contribute to a Roth IRA
- Best candidates for a Roth IRA contribution
- How to take money out of a Roth IRA with no tax or penalties
- Back Door Roth IRAs
- Mega Back Door Roth IRAs
- The new 529 Plan Rollover to Roth IRAs
- What happens to Roth IRAs at death
Presented by Lawrence Pon CPA/PFS, CFP, EA, USTCP, AEP
This will be an online event, using the Zoom platform. Reservations required: https://sfpl-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvduihrT4pG9SjcZswwUMPFYhplrucw_t5#/registration