I'm 17:27, not the OP, but thanks, PP! Very helpful.

http://www.lacademie.com/programs/recreational/Class/?classid=9461&terms=gluten+free

No first-hand experience, but I've heard that L'Academie de Cuisine in Bethesda has some good classes. Their main program is a professional program but I think they have a few short "civilian" or beginner classes too.

Try here:

http://washington.cbslocal.com/top-lists/best-cooking-classes-in-dc-2/

This is a list of classes that passed, but describes the different places that offer classes:

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/all-we-can-eat/post/the-washington-post-food-sections-2012-2013-cooking-class-listings/2012/09/17/72f8e16c-00da-11e2-9367-4e1bafb958db_blog.html

OP, many places offer GF cooking classes now, so you many not need a personal chef, which would probably be more expensive.

Can anyone recommend the name of a private chef who can teach everyday cookimg skills? We are gluten free due to celiac and don't want to eat too much meat. I really never learned to cook properly so I am hoping to take a few private classes-- just everyday meals. Thx,