Things to Do in Dallas

Painting with a Twist pairs instructional art with friends, wine and a lively instructor to produce individual works of art.

Nearly a century ago, the Dallas Fencers Club took root, keeping the age-old Olympic sport alive in Texas. Today, the club continues to flourish under the leadership of head coach Waldek Czaja, who draws on decades of experience to guide students in the art of the blade. As pupils of all ages learn to thrust and parry with traditional weapons such as foils and épées—updated versions of primitive fencing's sharpened baguettes—Czaja helps them to develop coordination and strategic thinking as they potentially train for medals in competition. Throughout the youth program, Czaja operates under the philosophy that the drive and determination protégés develop in class can apply to life's myriad challenges, from learning to play the flute to solving a Rubik’s cube with a sledgehammer.

The Septien Entertainment Group excels at professional singer/songwriter development and training.

The instructors at Twist Power Yoga are united by a common core of dedication that drove them all to earn 200-hour Yoga Alliance certifications. Those looking to top off their education wells need look no further than Twist's in-house Maha Shakti certification training. This shared thirst for knowledge creates a welcoming community for students and practitioners of power yoga, a brisk series of yoga postures performed in the muscle-loosening heat of an 82-degree room. In the course of an hour, instructors offer individual modifications to poses designed to improve strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance without unnecessary strain on the joints. Special sessions cater to the unique needs of tweens and prenatal mothers, calming the stress of adolescent sibling rivalries or the nascent sibling rivalries of in-utero twins.

We teach Argentine Tango classes to people of all skill levels.

Kittrell/Riffkind Art Glass has offered customers an opportunity to peruse an ever-changing selection of artwork since 1990. Sculptures, goblets, jewelry, scent bottles, paperweights, platters, wall art, and an array of trinkets line the gallery’s art-filled abode. One-of-a-kind handcrafted works from many talented artists are available for purchase. Their friendly staff will help you select the perfect item and even pack it safely for you to take home or ship. Check out a blue cosmo perfume bottle ($48), a striking fish paperweight (starting at $75), or colorful tumbler ($36). Or pick up a beautiful vase ($65) to store your glass bananas and hand-blown daisies. Exhibits change every 4–6 weeks, so there's always something new to see. You have the option to either visit the gallery with Groupon in hand or browse online and phone your order in.