Learn Anything · Teach Anything · Anywhere
Every City.
Every Skill.
Every Class.
OpenClass connects passionate local teachers with curious students — in person, online, or both. Yoga, piano, grant writing, BBQ, coding — if you can teach it, someone wants to learn it.
“Every city. Every skill. Every teacher. Every student.”
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🌟 Founding Teacher Program — First 25 teachers in each city keep 100% of their earnings for 3 months (only Stripe's ~3% applies). 25 spots per city!
Apply to teach →How OpenClass Works
Simple for teachers. Simple for students. Powerful for communities.
Apply to Teach
Submit your teacher application. We review your background, expertise, and passion. Approved teachers list their classes.
Students Register & Pay
Students discover your class and pay securely online. You get an email instantly with their contact info.
Show Up & Teach
You provide the venue or teach online via Zoom. Stripe deposits your earnings directly to your bank account.
What Can You Learn?
14 categories. Thousands of possibilities.
Gardening & Nature
Vegetable Gardens, Composting, Mushroom Foraging, Beekeeping, Herb Gardens
Arts & Creativity
Painting, Drawing, Crochet, Sewing, Knitting, Pottery, Photography, Watercolor
Music & Performance
Piano, Voice, Guitar, Drums, Acting, Improv, Audition Coaching, Storytelling, Theater for Kids, Public Speaking, Songwriting
Food & Drink
Cooking, Baking, BBQ, Cake Decorating, Southern Cooking, Canning
Home & DIY
Home Repair, Woodworking, Interior Design, Plumbing Basics
Tech
Website Design, AI, Instagram, Social Media, YouTube, Coding
Academic
Tutoring, SAT/ACT Prep, Grant Writing, Math, Reading, Science
Career & Workforce
Insurance Exam, Real Estate, Medical Billing, Financial Literacy, Resume Writing
Pets
Dog Training, Pet First Aid, Animal Care, Puppy Training
Kids & Family
Coding for Kids, Art for Kids, Chess, Etiquette, Music for Kids
Language
Spanish, French, Sign Language, ESL, Mandarin
Money
Budgeting, Investing, Taxes, Credit Repair, Starting a Business
Fashion & Beauty
Makeup, Natural Hair, Alterations, Fashion Design
Mind & Body
Yoga, Meditation, Nutrition, Journaling, Pilates, Fitness
A Marketing Channel That Pays You
You set your price. We add our small platform fee on top. You keep 80% of every registration — and gain long-term clients in the process.
You Set Your Price
Charge whatever you want. We add our fee on top — you always pocket exactly what you asked for. Single classes or multi-week series.
We Market For You
OpenClass markets the platform citywide and nationwide. Your class gets in front of thousands of potential students.
Gain Lifelong Students
One intro class can turn into a studio full of loyal clients — yoga members, music students, tutoring families who stay for years.
How the Money Works
You decide what you want to earn. We handle registration, secure payments, and year-end tax documents. You communicate directly with your registered students about class details, dates, and locations. In return, we charge a modest 20% platform fee. That's it. Show up and teach.
Payments deposited directly to your bank account. Year-end tax documents handled automatically.
Teacher Recognition
Earn Badges. Build Your Reputation.
OpenClass teachers earn badges that appear on every class listing — building trust with students and setting you apart.
Founding Teacher
One of OpenClass's original instructors. A permanent honor.
Highly Rated
4.8+ stars with 20+ student reviews.
Most Popular
Top 10% enrollment. Students keep coming back.
Community Favorite
Nominated by students for going above and beyond.
Master Instructor
10+ classes taught, 100+ students served.
Rising Star
New instructor gaining momentum fast.
Ambassador
Refers teachers and helps grow OpenClass.
First Class
Awarded after teaching your very first OpenClass.
Badges appear automatically on your class listings as you earn them. No application needed.
Apply to Teach on OpenClass
We personally review every application. We're looking for passionate, knowledgeable teachers who love sharing what they know.
🌟 First 25 teachers in each city — keep 100% of earnings for 3 months (only Stripe's ~3% applies). Don't miss your spot!
Want to Learn Something New?
Classes are coming soon. Join the waitlist and be the first to know when OpenClass launches in your city.
Teachers — Need a Space?
We've compiled a list of free and low-cost venues across Memphis — libraries, community centers, churches, and more.
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