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Classes

The AAA offers astronomy related courses at beginner and intermediate levels. Some meet for six weeks, others for four and two weeks. Single session classes are often scheduled. At this time most classes are online via Zoom. Check course descriptions below.

The tuition for a 6-week online course is $60 for AAA members. For a 4-week online course it’s $40 and for a single online class it’s $10.

AAA Classes are open for members only. Not a member yet? Become a member.

Registration opens three weeks before the start date and closes after the last class. Class members can review the material or catch up if they were absent by watching class recordings. Links to the recordings are sent to class members and posted in the class’ Google Classroom (GC) after each meeting. Recordings remain available for about four weeks after the course ends. There are no recordings available for in-person classes.

Certificates. Class members who desire a certification of attendance in a course should request them privately to the instructor,  to the Teaching Assistant, or to the Committee at [email protected]

See more info below.

FREE COURSES

  • Occasionally single online talks are offered without tuition.
  • Our two introductory 6-session online courses, Astronomy 101 and 102, are free to members taking them for the first time. These will be given and posted below, in early Fall for 101 and early Spring for 102.

Past classes

Browse our listing of past classes.

Upcoming classes

Events

Today

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    Astronomy 101: Solar System (2026)

    Recurring
    Zoom
    Virtual Event

    Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30; October. 7, 14. Online, 7–9 PM.
    Free for members who have not taken course before. $60 for members repeating course.
    Click on course title above for all details.

    Get Tickets $1.00 – $60.00
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    Life and Legacy of Messier (2026)

    Zoom
    Virtual Event

    Thursday, Sept. 17, online, 7–9 PM
    The astronomer behind the popular list of objects viewable in telescopes.
    Known as "M" objects. The image to the right is M7, the Ptolemy Cluster.
    Click on course title above for details.

    $10.00
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    Tour of the Fall Sky (2026)

    Zoom
    Virtual Event

    Tuesday, Sept. 22, 7–9 PM online. FREE
    Tour of the Fall Sky: constellations, myths, stars, and deep space objects.
    Click title above for details.

Accessing the class

When registering in the TICKETS window you must first select the number desired.

Once registration is completed, a confirmation email is sent. It contains the link to the Google Classroom (GC) which is vital, containing a Welcome letter and the link to the Zoom classes. Immediately click on the GC link so you are added to the roster of the class.

Classes under construction or consideration

 • Current Missions. Review of ongoing space programs.  2026

• Astrobiology

Got an idea for a class? Please let us know!

We’re eager to receive suggestions about classes, including topics that may not have been addressed yet. Also we encourage members to present individual talks or classes on subjects they are familiar with and would be willing to share with other members. Send an email to [email protected] with your suggestions and topics you’d be able to present.

Past classes

Browse our listing of past classes.

Pricing

A request for a fee reduction due to hardship is welcome and should be sent to [email protected].

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