Struggling to find the perfect gift for the lifelong learner in your life? Want to learn a little yourself? MasterClass is bringing back an unbeatable deal for Black Friday that’s the perfect holiday gift.
That’s right – the company is briefly bringing back its “buy one, gift one” promotion. From now until November 30, you can purchase an All-Access Pass for $180 and gift a second pass to a friend or loved one at no additional cost. This means that both recipients will have access to MasterClass’s entire library for half the price. It’s almost too good to be true. Almost.
As a refresher, MasterClass is a company that offers online classes in the following categories: Arts & Entertainment, Wellness, Home & Lifestyle, Science & Tech, Business, Community & Government, Music, Sports & Gaming, Food, Design & Style and Writing. Courses are taught by visionaries in their respective fields (think Steve Martin and Margaret Atwood). Every class contains roughly 20 lessons that have been broken down into approximately 10-minute segments.
Rest assured, MasterClass’s course offerings will appeal to anyone with a hunger for knowledge. Here are some of the great course choices available:
Margaret Atwood Teaches Creative Writing
Who better to learn creative writing from than the visionary author of classics like The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments? Atwood takes her students through her entire creative process, from idea to finished work, focusing on solid characters and plot.
Other Writing courses available from:
Neil Gaiman
Dan Brown
R.L. Stine
Malcolm Gladwell
Judy Blume
Helen Mirren Teaches Acting
Study with one of Hollywood’s most evocative leading ladies – Helen Mirren. Throughout this course, Mirren provides invaluable insight on everything from breaking down scripts and finding your character to specific techniques for acting on a film set.
Other Film & TV courses available from:
Spike Lee
Ken Burns
Samuel L. Jackson
Martin Scorsese
Shonda Rhimes
David Lynch
Jodie Foster
Thomas Keller Teaches Cooking Techniques
Know someone dreaming of running a Michelin-rated restaurant? Well they can learn from the best. Thomas Keller, the chef behind the hugely successful French Laundry, reveals the secrets to sourcing ingredients, boiling eggs, and preparing the perfect Hollandaise. Keller has three complete MasterClass courses — that’s over 60 individual lessons! There’s even a class cookbook available for download.
Other Food courses available from:
Dominique Ansel
Gordon Ramsay
Alice Waters
Wolfgang Puck
Gabriela Cámara
Steph Curry Teaches Shooting, Ball-Handling, And Scoring
Want to be a baller? Get one step closer to ruling the court with this class from Steph Curry. One of the best shooters the NBA has ever seen, Curry will help you hone your mechanics. Get tips on beating your defender, shooting off the dribble, and scoring at the rim.
Other Sports & Games courses available from:
Serena Williams
Daniel Negreanu
Garry Kasparov
Tony Hawk
Misty Copeland
Jane Goodall Teaches Conservation
In this utterly inspiring course, acclaimed scientist Jane Goodall discusses her initial aspirations and her breakthroughs with chimpanzees. She also addresses the human impact on the environment and the mounting threats we’re facing. Fortunately, Dr. Goodall ends on a hopeful note and offers strategies on how to advocate for change.
Other Community & Government courses available from:
Paul Krugman
David Axelrod and Karl Rove
Bob Woodward
Ron Finley
Doris Kearns Goodwin
We assume your interest is now piqued, yes? So stop panicking about last-minute shopping and start the process of purchasing a MasterClass All-Access Pass! With the simple click of button (OK, a few buttons), you could be done. There’s no need to ship or even gift wrap. Though we do recommend printing out an email confirmation. You need something to wrap after all!
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