Yes. We only use your email to send class details, and we never ask for passwords or bank information.

Learn to use AI, live, in a small group.

Live AI classes for beginners on Zoom, in groups of 12 or fewer. Learn ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini with no experience. Your first class is free.

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12 peopleat most per class
Live on Zoomwith a real teacher
Recordedwatch any class later
Cancel any timeone email, no fees

Why not just watch a video?

Videos are great when you already know what to ask. Most people get stuck on their own screen, with their own question, and a video cannot see that.

Ask your own question. Holden answers it live, using your example.
Get unstuck in the moment. If your screen looks different, we sort it out together.
A clear path. One topic a week, in order, so you are never guessing what to learn next.
A small group. 12 people at most, so there is time for everyone.

Try one class free and see if live help is worth it to you.

How it works

No experience needed. If you can join a video call, you can take a class.

Reserve a free seat
Pick a time and enter your email. We send you the Zoom link and a reminder.
Join the class
Your teacher shares their screen and shows each step. Ask questions as you go.
Keep going if you like it
Members get a class every week and every recording. $46 a month, cancel any time.

Your first six weeks

1. Get set up and ask wellOpen the tools and get a useful answer first time.
2. Email and everyday writingWrite and polish messages in minutes.
3. Spot scams and stay safeCheck suspicious messages with confidence.
4. Health, Medicare and paperworkUnderstand bills, forms and appointments.
5. Trips, money and shoppingPlan, compare and find savings.
6. Photos, work and your toolkitLeave with five prompts you will keep using.

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For adults of every age

Classes are made for adults of every age and every level of experience. If you can join a video call, you can take a class.

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Schedule

Same times every week. All times are Eastern (4 PM Pacific for evening classes).

Tuesday7:00 PM · Foundations

Thursday7:00 PM · Everyday Helpers

Saturday10:00 AM · Open Table

Each class runs about an hour.

Your teacher

Every class is led live by the same person, so you get to know him and the people beside you.

Holden Eckard
Your instructor
Hi, I am Holden. I teach every class myself, live on Zoom. I keep the groups small so nobody gets left behind, I go at your pace, and no question is too basic. If you would like to ask me something before you sign up, email me and I will answer it personally.

One simple price

Try a class first. If you like it, membership is one flat price.

$46 a month

A live class every week
Every recording, sorted by topic
Printable how-to sheets
Cancel any time

Start with a free class

Founding members: 12 seats per class, and $46 a month stays the same for as long as you stay.

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We never ask for your passwordsOr bank details, in class or by email. Your own member log in is the only password you set with us.

Free means freeYour first class has no card and no catch.

Cancel in one stepEmail us and it is done, with no fees.

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Questions

Do I need any experience?

No. The first class starts from the very beginning. If you can join a video call, you are ready.

What do I need?

A computer, tablet or phone with internet, and a free Zoom account or the link we email you. Bring a coffee.

What if I miss a class?

Every class is recorded. Members can watch recordings any time, sorted by topic.

How do I cancel?

Send us an email and we cancel your membership right away. There are no fees or forms.

Is it safe?

Yes. We only use your email to send class details, and we never ask for your passwords or bank information. The only password you create is for your own member log in.

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Worried about scams? Join our free Scam or Not? class on Saturday, November 7 or get the free AI Scam Survival Guide.

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One flat price. Cancel any time.

Riside Learning membership$46.00

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IncludesWeekly live class and recordings

Total today$46.00 USD

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You can pay with your PayPal balance, or with a card as a PayPal guest.

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Privacy

Plain-language summary. Last updated October 26, 2026.

What we collect

When you reserve a free class we collect your first name, email address and the class time you chose. When you create a member account, we store your email and a password (kept scrambled, never readable by us).

How we use it

We use it to send class details and run your membership. We do not sell your information and we do not share it for advertising.

Payments

Payments are handled by PayPal. Your card or bank details are entered on paypal.com and are never seen or stored by us. We receive your name, email and payment status from PayPal so we can give you member access.

Visitor statistics

We count visits to this site with our own simple tool: which page you open, roughly where you are (city or region), your device type and how you found us. It uses no cookies, never stores your IP address, name or email, and is skipped if your browser sends Do Not Track.

Who sees it

Our hosting and database provider stores your details securely for us. Zoom processes your name and email when you join a class. Class recordings may include your voice or image if you speak or turn on your camera.

Your choices

Email us at admin@ovoa.ai to see, correct or delete your details, or to stop receiving class emails. We reply within a few days.

We will never

Ask for your passwords, bank details or card number by email, phone or in class.

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Terms

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Free first class

Your first class is free. No card is needed and there is no obligation to join.

Membership

Membership is $46 USD per month, billed monthly through PayPal until you cancel. It includes the weekly live classes and access to recordings and how-to sheets.

Cancelling

Cancel any time from your PayPal account, or email us and we will cancel it for you. Cancelling stops future charges. You keep access until the end of the month you have paid for. We do not give refunds for part of a month.

Classes

Classes are live on Zoom with small groups. Times can change, and we will tell you by email. If we cancel a class, we will offer another one.

Using AI

Classes teach general skills. AI tools can make mistakes, so please check important answers, especially about health, money or legal matters. Nothing taught here is professional advice.

Being kind

Please be respectful to teachers and other members. We may remove anyone who is not, with a refund of the current month.

Recordings and your account

Recordings and sheets are for your own use and may not be shared or sold. Your sign-in is for you alone.

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First time? Type the email you paid with, choose a password, and press Create my account. Been here before? Type your email and password and press Log in.

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Scam or Not?

Saturday, November 7, 10:00 AM ET · on Zoom · 12 seats

A free 45-minute class. Learn how to check a suspicious text, email or phone call in a minute, using AI as a second opinion.

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The AI Scam Survival Guide

A free, plain-English guide to the scams going around right now, including the new ones that use AI. How to spot them, what to do, and how to use AI as a second opinion. Four pages, easy to print.

1. The five warning signs

Almost every scam has at least one of these. If you notice even one, slow down.

It is urgent. "Act now," "your account will be closed," "your grandson is in trouble." Scammers want you to act before you think.
It is secret. "Do not tell anyone," "do not tell the bank teller." Real organizations never ask this.
It asks for odd payment. Gift cards, wire transfers, cryptocurrency, or cash in an envelope. No real company or government office asks for these.
It came to you. You did not call them, they called, texted or emailed you. Be most careful with surprise contact.
It plays on emotion. Fear, love, loneliness, excitement about a prize. A scam wants you feeling, not thinking.

2. The 60-second check

Stop. Do not click, call back the number given, or reply.
Hang up and look it up yourself. Call the number on the back of your card or on the company's real website, never the one in the message.
Ask someone. A family member, a friend, or an AI helper (see section 5). A second opinion takes one minute.
Wait one hour. Real emergencies can survive a phone call to a person you trust.

3. Scams going around right now

"Your bank account has a problem" texts and calls

A message says there is fraud on your account and you must call or click. Your real bank will not text you a link to fix it. Call the number on your card.

The grandchild in trouble

A call from a "grandchild" or "lawyer" saying there has been an accident or arrest and money is needed fast. Today, scammers can copy a real voice from a few seconds of video. If the voice sounds right, that proves nothing. Hang up and call your family member on their own number.

Tech support pop-ups

A loud warning on your screen says your computer is infected and gives a phone number. Microsoft and Apple never do this. Close the window or restart the computer, and do not call.

Package delivery texts

"Your package could not be delivered, click here to reschedule." If you were not expecting a package, ignore it. If you were, go to the store's own website.

Medicare, Social Security and IRS calls

These agencies write letters first. They do not threaten arrest by phone and they do not take gift cards.

Fake invoices and renewals

An email says your antivirus, Amazon Prime or Geek Squad plan renewed for $400 and to call to cancel. Check your actual bank statement. If you did not buy it, do not call.

Romance and investment scams

Someone you only know online, who is very warm and never can meet in person, then needs money or recommends a "sure thing" investment. Be cautious about anyone who moves you to a private chat app.

4. Protect yourself from AI voice and video fakes

Agree on a family safe word that only your family knows. If someone calls in an emergency, ask for it.
Ask a question only the real person would know, such as the name of a childhood pet.
Be wary of any call or video where you are rushed. Hang up and call back on a number you already have.
Keep social media settings private so fewer videos of your voice are public.

5. Using AI as a second opinion

AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude are good at spotting the patterns of a scam. Copy the suspicious message into the chat and ask:

"I got this message. Is it likely a scam? List the warning signs you see, and tell me the safest thing to do next."

Never paste passwords, full account numbers, your Social Security number or verification codes. Remove them first. AI can be wrong, so treat the answer as a helpful opinion, then confirm by contacting the real company yourself.

6. If you already clicked, shared or paid

It happens to smart people every day. Do not be embarrassed, and act quickly.

Call your bank or card company right away, using the number on your card. Ask them to stop or reverse the payment.
Change passwords for any account you gave away, starting with email and banking.
Freeze your credit for free at Equifax, Experian and TransUnion if you shared personal details.
Report it at reportfraud.ftc.gov (FTC). For money lost online, also report at ic3.gov (FBI). For identity theft, visit identitytheft.gov.
Talk to someone. The AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline is free at 1-877-908-3360.

Keep this small card by your phone

Before I act on any message:

Is it urgent, secret, or asking for odd payment?
Did they contact me first?
Can I hang up and call the real number myself?
Can I ask someone I trust or an AI helper?

If yes to any, I stop.

Want to practice this live?

Our free Scam or Not? class is a friendly 45 minutes in a small group where you try the checks together. See all classes.

This guide is general information, not legal or financial advice. Riside Learning is not affiliated with the organizations named.

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Learn to use AI, live, in a small group.

Why not just watch a video?

How it works

Reserve a free seat

Join the class

Keep going if you like it

Your first six weeks

For adults of every age

Schedule

Your teacher

Holden Eckard

One simple price

Questions

Come to a free class

Become a member

Privacy

What we collect

How we use it

Payments

Visitor statistics

Who sees it

Your choices

We will never

Terms

Free first class

Membership

Cancelling

Classes

Using AI

Being kind

Recordings and your account

Contact

Member log in

Welcome back.

Choose a new password

Scam or Not?

The AI Scam Survival Guide

1. The five warning signs

2. The 60-second check

3. Scams going around right now

"Your bank account has a problem" texts and calls

The grandchild in trouble

Tech support pop-ups

Package delivery texts

Medicare, Social Security and IRS calls

Fake invoices and renewals

Romance and investment scams

4. Protect yourself from AI voice and video fakes

5. Using AI as a second opinion

6. If you already clicked, shared or paid

Keep this small card by your phone

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