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COLOR MIXING WORKSHOP: With Mark Saenger

$125.00

Only a few left!

October 26th 10am - 4pm $125.00

Take off at least 3 to 5 years of struggling to mix.

Get as “hands-on” as possible as we mix a lot and learn about

colors in this fun and informative workshop.

Topics include:

* How to mix the color you want.

* Mixing colors we can’t identify.

* Warm colors Vs Cool colors

* Understanding a color wheel,

* Understanding color choices for your palette.

* Color schemes

* Physics of color & light

Morning Session:

Color theory and then FUN mixing exercises that strengthen the

theory we just went over. Mark will also do a demonstration.

Afternoon Session:

Students will all work on a small painting together using a limited

palette wrapping up the days learnings …

You will leave this workshop with a better understanding of the

why's and how's of color mixing !

Supplies :

Bring the colors you use on a regular basis. ( acrylic or oils )

Palette paper or palette

Bring a palette knife that you can mix with

Brushes you have and use

8x10 canvas

Color wheel

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Painting in Watercolor Seascapes - Landscapes Two Day Workshop

$275.00

Sold out

Painting in Watercolor Seascapes - Landscapes

With nationally recognized marine artist Ken Stetz

Workshop:

Saturday November 8th, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday November 9th, 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Topics covered will include:

• Moving water - sunlight and shadow -

rocks - boats - birds - trees -

figures in a landscape.

• Drawing - color mixing - application of paint.

• Using compliments - color perspective.

• Workshop will include a paint-along lesson

and an open paint session with

individual instruction.

This workshop is not for beginners.

Some painting experience is required.

Ken Stetz ( kenstetz.com @kenstetz ) is a

signature member of the American Society of

Marine Artists (ASMA) and an official artist

for the US Coast Guard (COGAP).

His work has been juried into national and

international exhibitions, as well as into the

permanent collection of the Coast Guard.

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   Fall class Schedule now listed! 
​    Look for more class  opportunities coming soon!
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Dynamic Portfolio Prep with Artist Sean Pryor Fall Ext

$128.00

Dynamic Portfolio Prep

Tuesdays from 4-6pm Nov 18 - Dec 16th

This class will focus on young artists looking to build a portfolio for higher art education, whether it is for an art college, high school, vocational art related program, or to just level up as an artist. Professional award winning artist Sean Pryor will show students how to develop their artistic skills, focusing on a range of mediums from drawing to painting with several different mediums and even digital art in a fun and informative environment. Using years of experience as a working artist, Sean will help students develop a portfolio with a strong body of work capable of getting into any school the student wishes to attend.

4 week course $128.00 plus materials

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Mixed Media Art Experience with Artist Carla Valentino New Time and Day ADDED!

Mixed Media Art Experience with Artist Carla Valentino Fall

$160.00

Only a few left!

Wednesdays 6:30pm - 8:30pm Oct 15 - November 12 2025

Mixed Media Art Experience

WITH PROFESSIONAL ARTIST CARLA VALENTINO

 This class will explore combining a variety of materials such as acrylic paint, paper of all kinds, found objects etc. to create one of a kind layered pieces.

  Acrylic pouring, collage, gelli printing and assemblage are some of the techniques that will be employed. Assorted surfaces including paper, wood, cardboard, canvas and even fabric will be used in the projects.

  No experience necessary!

5 week 2 hour course $160.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

Mixed Media Experience

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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Mixed Media Art Experience with Carla Valentino *Spring Class*

$320.00

Sold out

Fridays, 10am - 12pm, April 12 - June 21 , 2024

​Instructor Carla Valentino will introduce and then explore the nearly limitless possibilities and combinations that are available to the mixed media artist. Ink, pencil, pastel, paint( acrylic, watercolor or encaustic), paper of all kinds, cardboard, prints, photos and different found objects are just some of the materials that can be incorporated into a unique mixed media work. No experience necessary- just a willingness to experiment with a variety of materials. The works of mixed media artists such as Picasso, Matisse and Rauschenberg, as well as more contemporary artists will be studied.

​10 week 2 hour course $320 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

​No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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If you would like to register and start now for any classes that have started, please call Colorest during business hours to register, classes are prorated. 732-741-0001

Drawing and Painting Techniques with Scott Nickerson Monday Fall Session Ext

$96.00

Mondays 6:30pm - 8:30pm, Dec 1 - Dec 15th 2025

Drawing and/or Painting Techniques

With PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SCOTT NICKERSON

Break through to a higher level with your artwork. If you've been stuck on the same plateau, now is the time to learn more and advance. The course options will include drawing in all mediums, oil painting, pastel and now watercolor based on YOUR GOALS. Improve your compositions and choices of subject matter while completing your piece.

Beginner to experienced students welcome!

​​3 week 2 hour course $96.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable.

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 2 to 4. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Drawing and Painting Techniques with Scott Nickerson Tuesday Afternoon Fall Ext

$156.00

Only a few left!

Tuesday 12:30pm - 3pm   Nov 18 - Dec 16 2025

Drawing and/or Painting Techniques 

With PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SCOTT NICKERSON

Break through to a higher level with your artwork. If you've been stuck on the same plateau, now is the time to learn more and advance. The course options will include drawing in all mediums, oil painting, pastel and now watercolor based on YOUR GOALS. Improve your compositions and choices of subject matter while completing your piece.

Beginner to experienced students welcome!

4 week 2 1/2hour course $156.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 2 to 4. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Drawing and Painting Techniques with Scott Nickerson Weds Afternoon Fall Ext

$128.00

Wednesday 1pm - 3pm Nov 19 - Dec 17 2025

Drawing and/or Painting Techniques

With PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SCOTT NICKERSON

Break through to a higher level with your artwork. If you've been stuck on the same plateau, now is the time to learn more and advance. The course options will include drawing in all mediums, oil painting, pastel and now watercolor, based on YOUR GOALS. Improve your compositions and choices of subject matter while completing your piece.

Beginner to experienced students welcome!

​​4 week 2 hour course $128.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable.

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​No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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Portrait Painting with Professional Artist Scott Nickerson Fall Ext

$156.00

Wednesdays 9:30am - 12 Nov 19 - Dec 17 2025

Portrait Painting! 

WITH PROFESSIONAL ARTIST SCOTT NICKERSON

Nothing enhances your skills in drawing and painting more than working from a live model. I will take you through the steps of the old masters approach to painting and drawing from a model in long pose. Each week we will tackle value, color, edges, blending, and impasto.

Each class will be 2 1/2 hours long. Model used in most classes (Model fee extra split by class)

4week 2 1/2 hour course $156.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting with Cheryl Griesbach Monday Fall Ext

$156.00

Monday 10am - 12:30 Nov 17 - Dec 15 2025

Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting

Whether you are a beginner and have never painted or have had some experience in the past or simply want to upgrade your painting techniques this course will get you on the painting path. In depth information will be discussed on paints, painting mediums, brushes and surfaces. Learn to understand your paints and brushes and what they can do for you. Discover your own hand and style preference with tools you need to progress on your own level.

Similar techniques apply to both oils and acrylics. Acrylics now compete with oil paints in terms of the range of colors and transparent glazing colors. The class will teach a specific methods and easy to master techniques in either oils or acrylics or both.

I am on the faculty of the School of Visual Arts for over 35 years and have many awards for commercial and personal paintings. I am also teaching foundation painting at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Free prints for a 16 x 20 inch art panel will be provided to the class. These images are based on portraits, still life, botanical and landscapes as well as a variety of other subject. Students are also free to provide their own photographs for reference purposes.

4 week 2 1/2 hour course $156.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Colorest reserves the right to any class scheduling adjustments resulting in class extension. Please adjust schedules according.

Register Here

Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting with Cheryl Griesbach Fall Ext

$128.00

Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:30pm Nov 18 - Dec 15 11 2025

Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting

Whether you are a beginner and have never painted or have had some experience in the past or simply want to upgrade your painting techniques this course will get you on the painting path. In depth information will be discussed on paints, painting mediums, brushes and surfaces. Learn to understand your paints and brushes and what they can do for you. Discover your own hand and style preference with tools you need to progress on your own level.

Similar techniques apply to both oils and acrylics. Acrylics now compete with oil paints in terms of the range of colors and transparent glazing colors. The class will teach a specific methods and easy to master techniques in either oils or acrylics or both.

I am on the faculty of the School of Visual Arts for over 35 years and have many awards for commercial and personal paintings. I am also teaching foundation painting at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Free prints for a 16 x 20 inch art panel will be provided to the class. These images are based on portraits, still life, botanical and landscapes as well as a variety of other subject. Students are also free to provide their own photographs for reference purposes.

​ 4week 2 hour course $128.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly emails, 2 to 4, stay updated to not miss on sales, new classes, workshops or demonstrations!

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Colorest reserves the right to any class scheduling adjustments resulting in class extension. Please adjust schedules according.

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Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting with Cheryl Griesbach Saturday Fall Ext

$78.00

Saturday 10am-12:30pm Dec 6 - Dec 13 2025

Welcome to Acrylic and Oil Painting

WITH PROFESSIONAL ARTIST CHERYL GRIESBACH

Whether you are a beginner and have never painted or have had some experience in the past or simply want to upgrade your painting techniques this course will get you on the painting path. In depth information will be discussed on paints, painting mediums, brushes and surfaces. Learn to understand your paints and brushes and what they can do for you. Discover your own hand and style preference with tools you need to progress on your own level.

Similar techniques apply to both oils and acrylics. Acrylics now compete with oil paints in terms of the range of colors and transparent glazing colors. The class will teach a specific methods and easy to master techniques in either oils or acrylics or both.

I am on the faculty of the School of Visual Arts for over 35 years and have many awards for commercial and personal paintings. I am also teaching foundation painting at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Free prints for a 16 x 20 inch art panel will be provided to the class. These images are based on portraits, still life, botanical and landscapes as well as a variety of other subject. Students are also free to provide their own photographs for reference purposes.

​ 2 week 2 1/2 hour course $78.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Colorest reserves the right to any class scheduling adjustments resulting in class extension. Please adjust schedules according.

    

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Illustration and Comic Techniques Course with Sean Pryor Fall Ext

$128.00

​Wednesday 4pm - 6pm Nov 19 - Dec 17th 2025

Illustration and Comic Techniques

     WITH ARTIST/ILLUSTRATOR SEAN PRYOR

In the Illustration and Comic Technique course we go over the processes of creating a singular dynamic image or visual storytelling through creating several pages to form a visual narrative. Students will learn such skills as drawing anatomy, perspective, determining light sources, inking, and color theory, putting all these skills together to create a singular image or visual narrative that can give the creator a new way to express themselves as an artist.

For all ages 10 & up.

Sean’s career has landed him working with cultural luminaries such as Harvey Pekar, Blondie, and Weird Al Yankovic. Some of the work from those previously mentioned has gone on to in some cases be a NY Times instant best seller (Face It by Debbie Harry) and others receiving an Eisner nomination (The Illustrated Al by Alfred Yankovic). His art has appeared in such press outlets as the New York Times, Juxtapoz Magazine, and MTV.com

4 week 2 hour course 128.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable,

No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 3 to 4.

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

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Landscapes and More Painting Classes with Mark Saenger Fall Ext

$64.00

Only a few left!

Thursdays 10am - 12pm Dec 6th - Dec 13th 2025

PAINTING CLASSES in oil or acrylics focusing on landscape, still life and other subjects based off of each students interest.

These classes will be open to ALL Levels 

* Receive individual Guidance 

* Express your own unique style. 

 Understand the Principles & Fundamentals 

Class Subjects; 

 How to get that “Magical Look” & Feel into your work,  The Use of Photos, Composition, Value, Color, Edges, Atmosphere.                     

 Secrets, Tips and Tricks & More!       

Mark will use a combination of Lecture, Demos & One-on-One Personal Instruction. 

Students who participate in these series of classes will explore the subjects listed above in depth, while working on  personal paintings & Group projects .

2 week 2 hour course $64.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable.

Supply List

https://files.constantcontact.com/827265a5201/50c68ea8-7978-4c0c-b3e6-b8a2ba799bff.docx

​No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 2 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Register Here

Landscapes and More Painting Classes with Mark Saenger Fall Ext

$96.00

Only a few left!

Wednesday 6:30pm - 8:30pm Nov 5th - Nov 19th 2025

PAINTING CLASSES in oil or acrylics focusing on landscape, still life and other subjects based off of each students interest.

These classes will be open to ALL Levels 

* Receive individual Guidance 

* Express your own unique style. 

 Understand the Principles & Fundamentals 

Class Subjects; 

 How to get that “Magical Look” & Feel into your work,  The Use of Photos, Composition, Value, Color, Edges, Atmosphere.                     

 Secrets, Tips and Tricks & More!       

Mark will use a combination of Lecture, Demos & One-on-One Personal Instruction. 

Students who participate in these series of classes will explore the subjects listed above in depth, while working on  personal paintings & Group projects .

3 week 2 hour course $96.00 plus materials

Materials not included, please inquire prior to class of material list needed. Colorest students receive a 20% discount on materials where applicable.

Supply List

https://files.constantcontact.com/827265a5201/50c68ea8-7978-4c0c-b3e6-b8a2ba799bff.docx

​No refunds or make ups on classes..

Any class cancellation will result in class extension.

Thank You for your consideration, as shore areas are weather finicky.

To be updated with our sales please register to receive our emails on our website. a prompt will come up to op-in. If you have unsubscribed you Will be required to accept emails. Average monthly email is 2 to 4. 

In the event of bad weather, instructor unavailability or class minimum is not met we reserve the right to postpone the class start date, not more than 2 classes, after which a full refund will be given if minimum is not met, please register with variables known. Please check website up to ONE hour, before every class prior for updates.

In the event of bad weather please check our website up to ONE HOUR before start time of your class, notification will be posted there first.

Cancelled classes due to weather or instructor absence etc. will be rescheduled and extend the time of your scheduled session same time and day, unless otherwise previously worked out with instructor, or Colorest.

​If you have any questions please call us for more details. 732-741-0001

Register Here