Everything You Need to Learn Locally
LearnNearby is the all-in-one platform for discovering classes, teaching skills, and building community. Here's what makes us different.
For Learners
Discover and book classes across the Bay Area
Smart Discovery
Find classes based on your interests, location, and schedule. Our intelligent search helps you discover the perfect learning opportunity.
Map-Based Exploration
See classes on an interactive map. Find learning opportunities across Berkeley, Oakland, and the wider Bay Area.
Easy RSVP
RSVP to gatherings in a few taps. View schedules, check availability, and secure your spot instantly.
Direct Messaging
Message teachers directly to ask questions before booking. Build relationships that go beyond the classroom.
Attendance Record
Keep a record of gatherings you've attended. Track what you've explored and share your experiences.
Reviews & Ratings
Read authentic reviews from fellow attendees. Share what you experienced to help neighbors decide.
For Teachers
Share your skills and grow your teaching practice
Class Creation
Create beautiful class listings with photos, descriptions, and schedules. Set your own pricing and capacity.
Schedule Management
Manage your availability with an intuitive calendar. Set recurring classes or one-time workshops.
Attendee Management
Communicate with attendees and track who's coming. Manage attendance all in one place.
Secure Payments
Get paid directly to your bank account. We handle all payment processing with industry-leading security.
Analytics Dashboard
Understand your performance with detailed analytics. Track attendance, recurrence, and who's coming back.
Featured Listings
Boost your visibility with featured placement. Get discovered by more curious neighbors across the Bay Area.
For Venue Hosts
Share your space and support local learning
Venue Listings
List your spaces for teachers to discover and book. Community centers, studios, and more.
Availability Calendar
Set your availability and let teachers book around your schedule. Sync with your existing calendar.
Booking Rules
Set minimum notice, cancellation policies, and approval requirements. Stay in control of your space.
Flexible Pricing
Set hourly, daily, or custom rates. Offer free spaces for community events or charge premium rates.
For Organizations
Manage teachers, venues, and programs at scale
Team Management
Invite and manage teachers in your organization. Assign roles and control permissions.
Multi-Venue Support
Manage multiple venues from a single dashboard. Track bookings across all your locations.
Organization Analytics
Get insights across all your programs. Track attendance, revenue, and community engagement.
Verified Status
Build trust with a verified organization badge. Show students you meet our community standards.
Platform Features
Built for everyone with the tools you need
Real-Time Notifications
Stay informed with instant updates on bookings, messages, and class reminders.
Secure & Private
Your data is protected with enterprise-grade security. We never sell your information.
Dark Mode
Easy on the eyes with automatic dark mode support. Switch based on your preference.
Mobile Friendly
Full functionality on any device. Learn and teach on the go with our responsive design.
Profile System
Build your reputation with a detailed profile. Showcase your skills and experience.
Fast & Reliable
Built for speed and uptime. Access your classes and schedule without interruption.
Why Choose LearnNearby?
Community-Owned
We're bootstrapped and independent. No venture capital, no misaligned incentives—just a platform built for the community.
Fair for Teachers
Teachers keep the majority of what they earn. We take a small, transparent fee—not a massive cut like other platforms.
Local First
In-person learning creates real connections. We're designed to strengthen neighborhoods, not replace them with screens.
Built to Last
We're not chasing an exit. LearnNearby is built to serve communities for generations, not to be sold to the highest bidder.
Ready to start learning locally?
Find a class taught by a neighbor — or teach one yourself.