Origami Classes for Children and Adults

Custom classes
We offer custom classes for children and adults, from one-hour classes to an entire week of exploration – folding paper and other materials into toys, puzzles, animals, boxes and gifts. All classes are taught by Linda Stephen, award-winning origami artist and Japanese-English translator who lived in rural Japan for six years. We have been guest instructors for programs that include the Lux Center for the Arts, Bright Lights, Inc., the Nebraska Association of Arts Clubs, Lincoln Public Schools, and the Big Rapids (Michigan) Festival of the Arts. Let us know your audience and goals for:
• Groups
• Beginners welcome
• Gifted and talented programs
• Individuals
• Ages 5 and up
• Home schooling
• Parties
• Organizations
• Custom themes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Origami? Origami is the art of paper folding. It is the magic of turning a simple square of paper into a frog, a flower or a fish - without tape or glue or scissors. The word Origami is Japanese and comes from “oru,” which means “to fold” and “kami,” which means “paper.“
Amusement for all ages, origami can be done anywhere you have a scrap of paper - an airplane, a waiting room or a dining table.

Why take a class? Like everything, origami is best learned by doing - rather than by reading from a book.

Cognitive benefits? Origami builds spatial sense and an understanding of symmetry - skills vital to the development of intuitive thought. It is beneficial mental stimulation for any age.

Emotional benefits? Through following the steps in making origami, children learn patience and gain self-esteem. And origami works well for cooperative learning - even among different age groups.

What is the cost? Group classes for children or adults are $6 per hour per student. Materials included. Minimum of 7 students. Individual classes are also available.

Where are classes held? Classes are usually held at your organization.