Introducing Helium Elements Academy! Helium's brand new table of classes aimed to give you all the elements to be a well-rounded person with a side of laughter!

Discover your next favorite wine at a tasting that's equal parts educational and entertaining. Sample a thoughtfully curated selection of wines as an expert guides you through tasting techniques, flavor profiles, and perfect pairings- all while some of St. Louis' favorite comedians keep the conversation lively with questions, commentary, and plenty of laughs. Enjoy a curated prix fixe meal, and as a bonus, every guest will receive complimentary tickets to a Helium Presents show.

Go beyond the shot glass with a tequila tasting that's equal parts educational and entertaining. Sample a curated selection of tequilas as an expert guides you through the differences in styles, production methods, tasting notes, and perfect pairings- all while some of St. Louis' favorite comedians keep the evening lively with questions, commentary, and plenty of laughs. Enjoy a curated prix fixe meal, and as a bonus, every guest will receive complimentary tickets to a Helium Presents show.

Take paint night to the next level with a comedic twist. Follow along with a professional artist as you create your own masterpiece, while one of our favorite St. Louis comedians paints on stage beside the instructor, delivering a hilarious play-by-play from the first brushstroke to the final flourish. You'll leave with a one-of-a-kind work of art, plenty of laughs, and a memorable night to match. While your painting dries, relax and enjoy a curated prix fixe meal. Your first drink is included.

Whether you're brand new to the game or looking to sharpen your skills, this beginner-friendly poker workshop will teach you the fundamentals of Texas Hold'em. From hand rankings and betting strategy to reading the table and knowing when to bluff, call, raise, or fold. By the end of the night, you'll have the confidence to join a home game or finally follow the World Series of Poker without wondering what's happening. Your first drink and a curated prix fixe meal are included.

Roll a natural 20 on your next campaign with a workshop designed for aspiring and experienced Dungeon Masters alike. Learn how to build richer worlds, keep your story moving when players go off the rails, create memorable encounters, and pick up practical tips for improvising with confidence. Whether you're running your first session or refining your craft, you'll leave with new ideas, fresh inspiration, and fellow storytellers to swap adventures with. Your first drink and a curated prix fixe meal are included.

Shake up your hosting game with a hands-on cocktail workshop designed for entertaining, not bartending school. Learn the fundamentals of crafting balanced cocktails, choosing the right spirits and mixers, creating eye-catching garnishes, batching drinks for parties, and storing them properly. We'll even throw in a few bartender tricks to impress your guests. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or celebrating with friends, you'll leave with practical skills you'll use again and again. Your first drink and a curated prix fixe meal are included.

Learn the time-honored tradition of making homemade Pierogi from scratch in a hands-on class led by our culinary expert. You'll mix, fill, fold, and cook these comforting classics while enjoying plenty of laughs from some of St. Louis' favorite comedians. Best of all, you'll get to enjoy the delicious results at the end of the night. Your first drink and a curated prix fixe light menu are included.

Unwind with our very first Sip & Stitch workshop, where creativity and good company come together. This session is all about crochet. Learn the basics, create your first handmade project, and connect with new friends along the way. Between stitches, enjoy plenty of laughs with some of St. Louis' favorite comedians. Your first drink and a curated prix fixe meal are included.

Unplug and get your hands dirty with the timeless art of pinch pottery. Learn the fundamentals of shaping clay as you create your own one-of-a-kind piece. Whether it's a planter, bowl, cup, or something entirely your own. Along the way, enjoy live laughs from some of St. Louis' favorite comedians, meet new people, and leave with a handmade keepsake that's as memorable as the experience itself. Your first drink and a curated prix fixe meal are included.

Build practical, life-saving skills with a hands-on CPR and First Aid certification course, then switch gears with a lively, beginner-friendly improv session designed to sharpen active listening, situational awareness, and quick thinking. End the evening by unwinding over a complimentary drink and a curated prix fixe dinner, with plenty of time to connect and socialize.