Northern Colorado On-site group tech classes and private sessions

Yeah, there's a way.

I lead engaging and fun group classes for mature adults at senior communities. I also offer personal and friendly tech help and private learning sessions. I can help you learn how to use and set up your devices, including your TV, and try to fix anything that may be giving you trouble, all in the comfort of your own home or community center.

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A few topics at a glance:

  • Smartphones (iPhone & Android)
  • TV set up and troubleshooting
  • New device setup
  • Photography
  • Email
  • Fraud and online safety
And more!
The experience

Friendly, low-pressure, and on-site

Whether it's a private session at home or a group class at your community, sessions are warm, patient, and built around you. Use your own devices, ask any question, and never be made to feel behind. No question is too small.

Most learners leave their first session more confident than they've felt about technology in years.

10+
Topics offered
Max 15
Participants in group classes
1:1
For private sessions
Up to 3
Participants in private group sessions
Where to start

What brings you here?

Pick what fits you best.

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Senior communities

Add popular, on-site group tech classes to your activities calendar.

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Private learning sessions

Build confidence with your phone, tablet, computer, or other device through kind and patient private sessions.

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Personal set-up & troubleshooting

Set up a TV or new device, sort out WiFi, or troubleshoot something that isn't working.

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For senior communities

Group tech classes, taught on-site

I lead group tech classes for senior living and retirement communities across Northern Colorado. A popular, meaningful addition to your activities calendar.

Will teaching a group tech class to residents at a senior community, one resident taking a photo on their phone and another taking notes Real classes, real impact

On-site at your community

I come to your community and teach right there. No transportation to arrange and nothing for residents to carry. Just show up and learn.

Grouped by device

Classes are separated by device type, iPhone/Android and Mac/Windows, so residents only learn alongside people using the same kind of device.

Max 15 per class

Small enough to stay hands-on and personal. I also bring in volunteers to lend a hand whenever possible.

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Personal & Private Sessions

Private learning sessions and troubleshooting

Personal, hands-on help at your home. Whether something's not working or you just want to learn, I bring patient, expert help right to you. No hauling devices anywhere, no confusing phone support. I set it up, try to fix it, and show you how.

Private sessions

Learn what you want, at your own pace

1:1 Private Sessions

Focused entirely on what you want to learn, on your own devices, with no rushing and no judgment. Want to video-call the grandkids, take better photos, or master one specific app? Tell me your goal and we'll work on exactly that, together.

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Small Private Groups

Prefer to learn with a spouse, friend, or your neighbors? I teach small groups of up to 3 in your home or community setting, with the same personal touch as a one-on-one session.

Personal set-up & troubleshooting

Let me set it up and try to fix it for you

Most requested

Smart TV & Streaming

Setting up and connecting your TV, streaming devices, and apps, like Google TV, Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, cable providers, and more. Signing in, organizing and adding apps and channels, learning your remote, and troubleshooting any issues.

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WiFi & Internet

Getting your home WiFi working the way it should, connecting devices, fixing dropouts and dead spots, and making sense of your router and internet setup.

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New Device Setup

Just got a new phone, tablet, or computer? I'll set it up and make sure everything works. I can also help you move your photos, contacts, and apps over from your previous device. I can also bring and install phone screen protectors.

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Printers & Devices

Printers, smart watches, hearing-aid connections, cameras, and other gadgets, connected, updated, and working together.

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Email & Account Help

Locked out, forgotten passwords, or an inbox that's out of control? I'll help you recover access, get organized, and keep your accounts secure.

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"It's Just Not Working"

Not sure what's wrong? That's fine. Show me the problem and I'll try to find the issue and fix it, then explain what's happening in plain language.

All on-site: Every private session happens at your home or community anywhere in Northern Colorado. You never have to unplug anything or carry devices to a store.
Session topics

From Phones to Photos to Fraud

These are some of the main topics covered, in private sessions or in group classes. Every one is hands-on, judgment-free, and tailored to meet learners where they are.

General topics

Everyday device basics

Most popular
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Navigating Your Smartphone

Learn to use your smartphone, whether iPhone or Android - powering on/off, resetting, messaging, setting up contacts and groups, basic accessibility features, control center, camera, Bluetooth, WiFi, and downloading apps.

Navigating Your iPad / Tablet

Similar to the smartphone class, adapted for the larger screen and the way you'll actually use a tablet day-to-day.

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Navigating Your Mac / Windows PC

The basics of using a personal computer - powering on and off, basic settings, files and folders, using the desktop, and general operating system navigation in macOS or Windows.

Getting specific

Other useful topics

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Exploring Email

How to navigate specific email providers such as Gmail and Outlook - sending, replying, organizing, attachments, and managing your inbox.

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Smartphone Photography

Learn to take better photos on your phone - general photography concepts, camera settings, and photo editing.

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Fraud and Online Safety

Recognizing and protecting yourself from fraudulent calls, messages, and emails. Password set-up and protection, 2-step authentication, and device backups.

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All About Apps

Each class focuses on a popular app like Uber, Amazon, YouTube, etc, or if you have another app you want to explore instead, we can do that too!

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Accessibility

Device accessibility features, including hearing aid integration, making your device easier to see, hear, and use.

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Smart Watch

Learn the basics of how to set up, use, and navigate your Apple Watch or other wearable.

Keep in mind: These are general guidelines and not every possible feature and topic is shown. Modern devices can do a lot! Also, what gets covered in group classes is often dictated by class size, participant abilities and community needs and interests.
Who it's for

Whether you're a curious individual, a caring family member, or a senior community, let's connect.

Mature adults

Want your devices set up right and to feel confident using them? Get patient, personal help at home or in your community, at your own pace and with no jargon.

Family, friends & caregivers

Have a loved one who could use a little tech help, or a TV that needs setting up? Reach out and help them get connected to expert and caring instruction.

Senior communities

Add a meaningful, popular program to your activities calendar with on-site group classes.

Ready to start?

Book a session or ask a question. I'd love to help.

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Will Smith, founder and instructor at TheWill2Learn LLC
About Will

Two decades of teaching adults, including time as an Apple Creative

Experienced tech trainer, adult English language instructor, teacher trainer, university lecturer, HS teacher, and presenter.

Now my mission is simple: help seniors better understand and use tech, gain confidence, and improve their everyday lives.

I truly believe anyone can learn new things and advance their skills, as long as they're given the opportunity. My strengths and passion lie in building relationships, encouraging and empowering learners, and helping people achieve their goals.

Master's in Education Bachelor's in Communication Licensed Educator
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Giving back

Helping the community

Connecting with and helping a generation who helped pave the way for so many is my main priority. That said, I also offer free tech help and classes to communities and individuals that may need it, on topics like fraud and personal safety, photography, and more. Everyone should get the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect, and I hope I can continue to reach as many people as possible throughout Northern Colorado. If you’re interested in helping your community, or know someone who could use some extra assistance with their tech, please reach out and we can discuss how I may be able to help.

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My Inspiration

Your Kind Words

Will does a fabulous job of explaining the ins and outs of a smartphone. We are literally walking around with a high powered computer that does so much more than make phone calls. If you want to catch up to your grandkids, let Will show you how.

Bill Manchester Community Resident, Fort Collins, CO

I was having trouble seeing my phone screen, but I remembered what Will taught us about brightness and I was able to find it and adjust it all on my own. Thanks Will!

Ann B. Community Resident, Fort Collins, CO

Your privacy matters

Keeping you or your loved one’s information safe

I understand the importance of personal privacy, and your info will never be shared. Working with, setting up, and troubleshooting devices sometimes calls for access to an account or some personal details. When it does, I only ask for what’s truly necessary. I also ask that clients only share sensitive information or data when it’s genuinely needed.

Pricing

Simple, straightforward rates

Clear rates with no surprises, and no packages to buy up front. Private lessons and participant-paid group classes are paid on-site the day of (cash, check, or credit/debit) with no pre-pay. Payment for community-billed classes is arranged individually with each community.

Group classes · on-site at your community

Two ways to pay

Community-paid

Billed to the community

$150 / class

One 1 hour 15 minute class · up to 15 participants

  • Commit to weekly classes (4 per month) and save $100 — just $125 per class
  • You set the schedule; I come to you and teach on-site
  • Billing options and timeline arranged with your community
Participant-paid

Paid by each attendee

$15 / person

Per person, per 1 hour 15 minute class

  • Minimum 5 participants, maximum 15
  • Pay on-site the day of class — if you’re in class, you pay
  • Attendees can pay by cash, check, or debit/credit card
How it works: All group classes are held on-site and set up by the community. Participant-paid classes are paid on-site the day of class by each attendee (cash, check, or credit/debit) — no pre-pay, which avoids cancellation and no-show issues. Community-paid classes are billed on terms and a schedule arranged individually with each community.
Private lessons · one-on-one or private small groups

Personal help, priced by the hour. And I come to you.

One-on-one

$65 / hour

Just the two of us for the most personal attention.

Two people

$45 / hr each person

Learn with a spouse, friend, or a neighbor.

Three people

$35 / hr each person

Small private group (max 3)

Good to know: Private sessions start at a 1-hour minimum, then can continue in 15-minute increments at the same hourly rate. Private groups are capped at 3 people. Pay on-site the day of your session (cash, check, or credit/debit) — no pre-pay.

Loyalty discount

Reach your 5th hour within 30 days of your first session and your 5th hour is discounted — save roughly 10–15% off the regular price across all 5 hours. Then the cycle starts again. This way, you don’t have to commit to anything or buy any packages upfront to save. It’s up to you whether to stop or keep going. Ask about more details when booking your first session.

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What you can expect

My goal for every session

Technology can be wonderfully helpful in our everyday lives when it’s working. I do my best to make sure everything goes as planned, but technology can also be unpredictable and frustrating at times. My main goal for every class and every session is for participants to walk away feeling like they’ve truly gained something, whether it’s more confidence, a working device, or how to do something really cool and useful. If at any time you feel like this isn’t the case, please let me know and we’ll work together to make it right.

Payments & cancellations

I don’t accept pre-payment for private sessions or participant-pay group classes, and I don’t charge cancellation or no-show fees. I do ask that you give at least 24 hours’ notice if you can’t make a scheduled session, and I will always give you the same courtesy if I ever have to cancel or change a session.

Let's connect

Ready to get started?

Send a message to learn more about sessions, scheduling, and pricing.

Get in touch

I'd be happy to talk through what would work best for you, your family member, or your community.

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Phone 970-556-2284
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Office 2580 E Harmony Rd. Ste 301
Fort Collins, CO 80528
Office visits by appointment only
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