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Monday Programs
Sports Spectacular (2-4) Min/Max | 8/20
Let’s Play! End the school day with Sports Spectacular, a high energy program featuring a mix of traditional sports and playground favorites. Kids will practice skills, play games, and enjoy a lineup that includes basketball, soccer, flag football, kickball, capture the flag, wiffle ball, and more. With a focus on fun, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fitness, this program has it all!

Oct 6 – Nov 17th (No class 10.13) | 3:15 - 4:15 pm | $170

Food Explorers-Fall Desserts! (2-4) Min/Max | 6/12

Join Food Explorers for fantastic fall desserts! Each week you’ll make brand-new recipes focused on fall flavors and ingredients. You’ll be making: Pumpkin Mousse Trifles, Apple Fritters, Snickerdoodle Cupcakes, S’mores Donuts, Maple Chai Pudding Pie, and Apple Crumble Muffins. All recipes are nut-free and vegetarian but will contain dairy, eggs, and gluten. 
Oct 6 – Nov 17th (No class 10.13) | 3:15 - 4:15 pm | $170

 
My First Lemonade Stand (K-2) Min/Max | 10/20
Learn to make sweet, tangy lemonade and turn it into a business. Kids will test recipes, design flyers, practice money skills, and in the finale, launch their very own lemonade stand to raise funds for a charity they choose.
Oct 6 – Nov 17th (No class 10.13) | 3:15 - 4:15 pm | $175


Tuesday Programs

Combat Robots! (1-4) Min/Max | 14/20
In this fun robotics program for early learners, students will build simple models with LEGO® SPIKETM Prime and learn the fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building drills and magic wands, or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement when building helicopters and robotic dogs, students are sure to have a great educational and fun experience.

Oct 7th – Nov 18th (No class Nov 4) | 3:15 - 4:15pm |$190

Cake Decorating (1-4)

In this fun, hands-on class, young bakers will learn basic piping skills using frosting to create simple flowers and leaves on mini sheet cakes. Each week builds on their skills, and in the final class they’ll decorate and take home their very own two-layer mini cake masterpiece.
Oct 7th – Nov 18th (No class Nov 4) | 3:15 - 4:15pm | $210

Mad Science (K-1) Min/Max | 8/18
Put on your goggles and get ready for a STEM adventure. Each week kids explore fun, hands-on experiments from rockets to magnets to the human body, all while building curiosity and confidence. Every budding scientist gets a lab coat, goggles, and take-home STEM kits.

Oct 7th – Nov 18th (No class Nov 4) | 3:15 - 4:15pm |$185 

Mad Science (2-4) Min/Max 8/18

Dive into hands-on experiments that are slimy, sticky, foamy, and full of “Ew” and “Wow” moments. From eruptions and creepy creatures to owl pellet dissections and wild reactions, kids will explore the weird and wonderful world of science. Every scientist gets a lab coat, goggles, and special take-home activities to keep the fun going!
Oct 7th – Nov 18th (No class Nov 4) | 3:15 - 4:15pm |$185 

Tales & Treasures: Storytelling & Craft Club (K-2) Min/Max 8/18
Join us for a magical afterschool adventure through stories and art! Each week, students will listen to a themed picture book read aloud, followed by a fun, hands-on craft inspired by the story. This program fosters creativity, listening comprehension, fine motor skills, and a love of reading- all in a relaxed, imaginative environment perfect for early elementary students.
Oct 7th – Nov 18th (No class Nov 4) | 3:15 - 4:15pm |$165


Wednesday Program
Guitar Lessons (2-4) Min/Max | 4/8

This class will start you on your way to enjoying music and playing the guitar. You don’t even have to own a guitar; one will be provided for you by the instructor for every class! Each of the six- one-hour classes will provide a high level of group instruction in a fun and cooperative atmosphere. Learn chords, scales and theory and best of all, learn to play your favorite songs! Rental guitars are also available for students to practice their new talent in their home.
Oct 8th – Nov 12th | 3:15 - 4:15 pm |$170

Laser Tag on the Go (2-4) Min/Max | 10/22
 
Designed for all skill levels, this program delivers action-packed fun, focusing on teamwork, strategy, and fitness. Each week features new game modes and challenges to build confidence and cooperation. Whether you're experienced or a beginner, you'll enjoy learning communication, problem-solving, and leadership in a high-energy setting.
Oct 8th – Nov 12th 3:15 - 4:15pm | $200 


Fall & Thanksgiving Cupcake Decorating (Grades 1–4)

Each week, young bakers will create two festive cupcake designs—think pumpkins, turkeys, and autumn leaves—plus one freestyle creation using easy-to-find ingredients. Kids will surprise themselves with how great their cupcakes look and taste, and every masterpiece goes home to enjoy. May contain nuts.

Oct 8th – Nov 12th| 3:15 - 4:15pm | $215

Confidence Makers Lab- Launch Her Further (2-4) Min/Max | 8/18

Building confidence and camaraderie among girls through craft activities, group discussion, and individual reflection. This session’s crafts will include flower wreaths, cheerleading pompoms, calming jars, and seashell art. We’ll explore how assertiveness, self-care, and positive friendships contribute to healthy self-esteem and increased confidence. Contemporary role models, such as Taylor Swift, Serena Williams, Simone Biles, and Caitlin Clark will help illustrate our lessons.
Oct 8th – Nov 12th | 3:15 - 4:15pm | $190


Thursday Programs

Chess (1-4) Min/Max | 10/22
Want a fun way for your kids to boost their critical thinking, patience, and sportsmanship? This class is perfect for all levels, from beginners to tournament players. Students will learn chess rules, opening theory, and play supervised games based on their skill level. They'll also solve tailored checkmate puzzles, use chess clocks, and record their moves.

Oct 9th – Nov 13th | 3:15 - 4:15 pm | $155

Future Stars Basketball Academy (K-4) Min/Max | 10/35

The Future Stars Sports Academy is excited to continue the most comprehensive basketball and child development program for boys and girls. Featuring lower baskets, smaller balls, instruction, game play, contests and much more! 
Oct 9th – Nov 13th | 3:15 - 4:15 pm | $190


Woodworking (2-4) Min/Max | 6/12

This fall, give your child the chance to build with real tools, real wood, and real purpose. They will construct a Bug Hotel using quality materials and age-appropriate tools, perfect for little hands and big imaginations. The workshop introduces basic woodworking skills such as hammering, assembling, and sanding while encouraging focus, independence, and motor development. Each child will leave with a finished project they’ll be proud to display at home.
Oct 9th – Nov 13th | 3:15 - 4:15 pm | $210


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Sports Spectacular (2-4) 
N/A 2 - 4 10/06/2025 - 11/17/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$170.00 Res
 
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Food Explorer- Fall Desserts (2-4) 
N/A 2 - 4 10/06/2025 - 11/17/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$170.00 Res
 
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My First Lemonade Stand (K-2) 
N/A K - 2 10/06/2025 - 11/17/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$175.00 Res
 
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Combat Robots! (1-4) 
N/A 1 - 4 Tu  10/07/2025 - 11/18/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$190.00 Res
 
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Cake Decorating (1-4) 
N/A 1 - 4 Tu  10/07/2025 - 11/18/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$210.00 Res
 
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Mad Science (K-1) 
N/A K - 1 Tu  10/07/2025 - 11/18/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$185.00 Res
 
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Mad Science (2-4) 
N/A 2 - 4 Tu  10/07/2025 - 11/18/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$185.00 Res
 
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Tales & Treasures: Storytelling & Craft Club (K-2) 
N/A K - 2 Tu  10/07/2025 - 11/18/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$165.00 Res
 
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Guitar Lessons (1-4) 
N/A 1 - 4 10/08/2025 - 11/12/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$170.00 Res
 
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Laser Tag on the GO! (2-4) 
N/A 2 - 4 10/08/2025 - 11/12/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$200.00 Res
 
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Fall & Thanksgiving Cupcake Decorating (2-4) 
N/A 1 - 4 10/08/2025 - 11/12/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$215.00 Res
 
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Confidence Makers Lab- Launch Her Further ! (2-4) 
N/A 2 - 4 10/08/2025 - 11/12/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$190.00 Res
 
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Chess (1-4) 
N/A 1 - 4 Th  10/09/2025 - 11/13/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$155.00 Res
 
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Future Stars Basketball Academy (K-4) 
N/A K - 4 Th  10/09/2025 - 11/13/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$190.00 Res
 
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Woodworking (2-4) 
N/A 2 - 4 Th  10/09/2025 - 11/13/2025
03:15 PM - 04:15 PM

South School
$210.00 Res
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