Early Education & Youth Programs

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Explorium Programs
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Toddlers and Preschoolers

 

AMAZING ATHLETES TOTS

Ages 18 months-2.5 years

Introduce your little one to a discover-based program designed to engage toddlers in structured physical activity tailored to their development needs. The INDOOR classes encompass one sports lesson along with a balanced combination of structured physical challenges and organized discover-based sports lessons. Significant emphasis is placed on motor-development with weekly activities designed to develop the vestibular system and locomotor skills. Materials Fee $20 (t-shirt). Promotes hand-eye coordination, agility, gross and fine motor skills.

INSTRUCTOR:       Amazing Athletes Staff

ACTIVITY:               313005

DAYS:                      Tuesday

DATES:                   A,   August 8-September 26

SESSIONS:  

A1,                              8:45am-9:10am

A2,                             9:15am-9:40am

COST:                      per 8-week session: Resident $128, Non-resident $160

NEW! AMAZING ATHLETES

Ages 2.5-6 yrs

Amazing Athletes provides a year-round, progressive curriculum that introduces young children to 10 different ball sports (Football, Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Lacrosse, Tennis, Golf, Hockey, and Baseball, Track) and helps them master 7 key areas of motor-development (Balancing, Running, Jumping, Catching, Throwing, Kicking, and Target Rolling). The INDOOR program also incorporates activities designed to improve the young-child’s hand-eye coordination, muscle tone, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. At Amazing Athletes, we lay the groundwork for staying active by getting kids introduced to sports in a fun, non-competitive environment. Our trained coaches work with each child at their own progression in a learning-based environment. We also promote a healthy lifestyle by integrating nutrition through a weekly "power food" identifying its main value. Materials Fee $20 (t-shirt).

INSTRUCTOR:         Amazing Athletes Staff

ACTIVITY:                313005

DAY:                         Monday

TIME:                       3:30pm-4:05pm

DATES:                     B2, August 7-September 25 (no class 9/4)

COST:                      per 7-week session: Resident $126, Non-resident $157.50

BRIGHT & SMART: ENCHANTED STEM-PARENT & ME

Ages 3-4

Learning STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is so much fun! Young children learn to pay attention to detail, think critically, and be patient by designing, creating, and putting together contraptions (with the help of a parent) using curriculum developed primarily for them. Parent/caregiver participation is required. Promotes attention to detail, collaboration, communication, and expressing empathy.

INSTRUCTOR:            Bright & Smart Staff

ACTIVITY:                    313431

DAYS:                           Friday

TIME:                            12:00pm-12:30pm

DATES:                         A1,    August 11-September 29

COST:                           per 8-week session: Resident $160, Non-resident $200

LIL SLUGGERS BASEBALL

Ages 2-5

This INDOOR child development program is designed to introduce children to the game of baseball.  We teach the proper way to throw, catch, hit, and run in a fun and exciting environment.  1 coach per 7 children ratio is provided for individual attention and instruction. Children ages 2-3 yrs require parent/caregiver participation.  Promotes teamwork, coordination, social skills. Minimum=5, Maximum=7

INSTRUCTOR:      Lil Sluggers PBC

ACTIVITY:              313051

DAY:                        Saturday

DATES:                   A,        June 3-June 24

                                 C,        July 8-August 26

                                 E,        September 9-September 30

TIMES:

A1, C1, E1,                Ages 4-5 yrs           8:15am-9am  

A2, C2, E2,              Age 2 yrs                 9:15am-10am A2, C2 FULL

A3, C3, E3,              Age 3 yrs                 10:15am-11am 

A4, C4, E4,             Ages 3.5-4 yrs        11:15am-12pm  A4 FULL

COST:                    per 4-week session (A & E): Resident $80, Non-resident $100

                                per 8-week session (C): Resident $160, Non-resident $200

MUSIC TOGETHER WITH LAURIE

Ages 0-6 yrs

These 45-minute INDOOR classes are for newborns up to age 6 and their caregivers to sing, dance, and play together. Promotes music appreciation, social skills, and coordination.

The 8-week semester requires a $50 Materials Fee payable to the instructor directly on her website and prior to the first class (www.musictogetherwithlaurie.com)

INSTRUCTOR:        Laurie Luczak, Music Together with Laurie

ACTIVITY:                213017

DAYS:                       Thursday

DATES:                    B,    March 30-May 25 (no class 4/6)

SESSIONS:  

B1                              9:30am-10:15am  FULL

B2                             10:30am-11:15am FULL

B3                             11:30am-12:15pm  FULL

B4                          12:30pm-1:15pm  NEW CLASS ADDED!!

COST                      per 8-week session: Resident $152 1st child, $129.20 2nd child

                                   Non-resident $190 1st child, $161.50 2nd child


MUSIC TOGETHER WITH LAURIE

Ages 0-6 yrs

These 45-minute INDOOR classes are for newborns up to age 6 and their caregivers to sing, dance, and play together. Promotes music appreciation, social skills, and coordination.

The 8-week semester requires a $50 Materials Fee payable to the instructor directly on her website and prior to the first class (www.musictogetherwithlaurie.com)

INSTRUCTOR:        Laurie Luczak, Music Together with Laurie

ACTIVITY:                313017

DAYS:                       Thursday

DATES:                    A,    September 7-September 28

SESSIONS:  

A1                              9:30am-10:15am 

A2                             10:30am-11:15am

A3                             11:30am-12:15pm  

COST                      per 4-week session: Resident $105 1st child, $89.25  2nd child

                                   Non-resident $131.25 1st child, $111.56 2nd child

NINJA WARRIOR

Ages 4-6

The Grit Ninja has packed up equipment and is ready to turn Sugar Sand Park into a unique ninja warrior obstacle course! During each OUTDOOR, action-packed class, aspiring ninjas will climb, swing, jump and run on our ever-changing equipment which may include a rock wall, monkey bars, grip gauntlet, balance courses, warped walls, and more! The program was designed by The Grit Ninja's professional coaches - many of whom have competed on NBC's American Ninja Warrior. Our coaches will guide ninjas as they tackle our fun obstacles that build strength, coordination, agility, balance, problem-solving skills, self-confidence, and most importantly, GRIT!  Class and sign in will take place on the grass field near the basketball courts.

INSTRUCTOR:          The Grit Ninja Staff

ACTIVITY:                  313002

DAY:                           Wednesday

TIME:                          4:00pm-4:50pm

DATE:                         A1,     August 9-September 27

COST:                         per 8-week session: Resident $240, Non-resident $300

SOCCER SHOTS 

Ages 2-5

This weekly OUTDOOR program is an introduction to soccer that utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on the basics of soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting. Each week we highlight a positive trait such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. Indoors during inclement weather. Promotes gross motor skills, teamwork, social skills, and learning basic soccer skills. Parent/Caregiver participation is required for ages 2-3.5. Materials Fee $20 (soccer jersey) payable to the instructor on the first day of class. Minimum=3, Maximum=11 (14 for 3.5-5yrs)

INSTRUCTOR:         Soccer Shots Staff

ACTIVITY:                 313010

DAY:                         Saturday

DATES:                      A,  June 10-July 29  ALL FULL

                                    C,   August 12-September 30 (no class 9/2) ALL FULL

TIMES:

A1, C1                         Ages 2-3.5 yrs            9am-9:30am 

A2, C2                       Ages 2-3.5 yrs           9:40am-10:10am  

A3, C3                       Ages 3.5-5 yrs           10:20am-11:05am 

 

DAY:                           Sunday

DATES:                        B,  June 11-July 30

                                      D,  August 13-September 24 (no class 9/3)

TIMES:

B1, D1                            Ages 2-3.5 yrs        10:15am-10:45am B1 FULL

B2, D2                          Ages 2-3.5 yrs         10:50am-11:20am B2 FULL

B3, D3                          Ages 3.5-5 yrs         11:25am-12:10am B3 FULL

COST:                         per 6-week session (D):Resident $120, Non-resident $150

TOT TIME    

Ages 1-4

Indoor playroom includes toys, bubbles, costumes, crafts, snacks/juice, plus coffee and tea for the adults. Registration and adult supervision is required. Please limit the number of adults in your group.

ACTIVITY:                   213006

DAY:                             Tuesday

TIME:                           10:00am-12:00pm

DATES:                       E,  May 16

COST per child:       Resident $5; Non-resident $6.25

COST per adult:      FREE, registration required


TOT TIME    

Ages 1-4

Indoor playroom includes toys, bubbles, costumes, crafts, snacks/juice, plus coffee and tea for the adults. Registration and adult supervision is required. Please limit the number of adults in your group.

ACTIVITY:                   313006

DAY:                             Tuesday

TIME:                           10:00am-12:00pm

DATES:                       A , August 15        B,  September 19

COST per child:       Resident $5; Non-resident $6.25

COST per adult:      FREE, registration required.

Elementary School Age

 

ACTING & IMPROV FOR KIDS!

Ages 6-12

The activities of this program range from vocal and physical warm-ups, fun exercises and games that center around focus and attention span building, and also translate to an actor's disciplines of performance. We work on confidence-building exercises that promote public speaking and ensemble work, all while encouraging creativity in amusing and entertaining formats. Promotes creativity, public speaking, self-confidence, and teamwork.

INSTRUCTOR:       David Tully, Tully Teaches

ACTIVITY:                313063

DAY:                         Monday

TIME:                       4:30pm-6:00pm

DATES:                    B1,   August 7-September 25 (no class 9/4)

COST:                      per 7-week session: Resident $175, Non-resident $218.75

BALLET & CREATIVE MOVEMENT

Ages 5-10

Children will learn about ballet through fun, creative songs. They will be able to identify ballet names and steps as they learn dance routines to their favorite songs. Scarves, ribbons, and rhythm sticks will be introduced for creative expression, coordination, and rhythm. Materials Fee $30-$75 (varies with recital costume) payable to the instructor. Showoff for parents on March 15 (A1) and May 24 (A2) at 6pm. 

Recommended attire:

Girls: pink leotard tights, skirt, & pink ballet shoes

Boys: white t-shirt, black shorts, & black ballet shoes

INSTRUCTOR:         Joy Deco Enterprises Staff

ACTIVITY:                  213426 

DAYS:                         Wednesday

TIME:                          6:00pm-6:45pm

DATE:                         A2,     March 29-May 24

COST:                        per 9-week session: Resident $162, Non-resident $202.50

BRIGHT & SMART: PRE-STARTER CODING & ROBOTICS

Ages 6-7

Participants learn to design, create, build, and program an array of robots using a curriculum developed primarily for them. Teamwork and passion will be necessary to complete this mission. Each week a new challenge is unraveled by each team. At the end of session, students will demonstrate to their parents and family members their newly developed skills. Promotes attention to detail, estimating, teamwork, and communication.

INSTRUCTOR:       Bright & Smart Staff

ACTIVITY:               313413

DAY:                        Thursday

TIME:                       5:30pm-6:30pm

DATES:                    B1,     August 10-September 28

COST:                      per 8-week session: Resident $240, Non-resident $300

BRIGHT & SMART: STARTER STEM JOURNEY

Ages 8-10

Participants learn to design, create, build, and program an array of robots using a curriculum developed primarily for them. Teamwork and passion will be necessary to complete this mission. Each week a new challenge is unraveled by each team. At the end of each session, students will demonstrate to their parents and family members their newly developed skills. Promotes attention to detail, estimating, teamwork, and communication.

INSTRUCTOR:       Bright & Smart Staff

ACTIVITY:              313413

DAY:                       Thursday

TIME:                     6:45pm-7:45pm

DATES:                   C1, August 10-September 28

COST:                     per 8-week session: Resident $240, Non-resident $300

NEW! ECO CREATIONS

Ages 5-11

Students will create hands-on projects, learn about famous artists, and explore different artistic techniques. After every class, students will have a completed project to take home. Projects will include canvas paintings, watercolor paintings, 3D mixed media pieces, etc.  Promotes fine motor skill development and self-expression. Materials Fee $10 (paint, craft supplies, etc.) payable to the instructor at the first class. Class will take place at the Swim & Racquet Center (21618 St. Andrews Blvd.)

INSTRUCTOR:       Eco Creations Staff

ACTIVITY:              313016

DAY:                       Monday

TIME:                    4:30pm-5:45pm

DATES:                  B1, August 21-September 18 (no class 9/4)

COST:                   per 4-week session: Resident $110, Non-resident $137.50

NINJA WARRIOR

Ages 7-12

The Grit Ninja has packed up equipment and is ready to turn Sugar Sand Park into a unique ninja warrior obstacle course! During each OUTDOOR, action-packed class, aspiring ninjas will climb, swing, jump and run on our ever-changing equipment which may include a rock wall, monkey bars, grip gauntlet, balance courses, warped walls, and more! The program was designed by The Grit Ninja's professional coaches - many of whom have competed on NBC's American Ninja Warrior. Our coaches will guide ninjas as they tackle our fun obstacles that build strength, coordination, agility, balance, problem-solving skills, self-confidence, and most importantly, GRIT!  Class and sign in will take place on the grass field near the basketball courts.

INSTRUCTOR:          The Grit Ninja Staff

ACTIVITY:                  313002

DAY:                           Wednesday

DATE:                         A2, August 9-September 27

TIME:                         5:00pm-5:50pm

COST:                         per 8-week session: Resident $240, Non-resident $300