Community Classes Rise After Shutdown | Salt Lake City News

Salt Lake City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 17, 2026 · 1m

After fifty years, Salt Lake City’s beloved Community Education Program shut down—but its spirit lives on. Former students Raj and Teresa stepped in, turning their passion into action. Raj, once teaching Kundalini yoga, now leads classes at Dancing Cranes Imports, while Teresa and her tech-savvy friend—whose “evening job” pays the bills—fueled the mission to create meaningful community connections. Despite higher costs, hundreds are already signing up, with Pursuit Co. launching its first fall class Monday. Raj says it’s about more than skills—it’s about connection, mental sharpness, and…