Class Descriptions

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• Animal Exploration

  Young zoologists will have the opportunity to make observations, ask questions and use their senses to discover a world filled with amazing creatures!  Through hands-on science activities we will explore the wonders of nature by comparing the different groups of animals, examining bones and feathers, discovering how animals survive in different habitats and investigating the ways that animals can move!  Every week we will practice being kind to our LIVE animal visitors including rabbits, chinchillas, chickens, lizards, turtles, frogs, crabs and other awesome animals!

  Presented by The Art Farm NYC

• Art in the Park: K-2nd Grade

  Ms. Howell will bring the kids out to Central Park every Friday to create different sketches and art projects using NYC and Central Park as the subject/model.

• Basketball 4th-5th Graders

  Students will have weekly Basketball class with Mr. B. The students will learn skills and drills and play games.
  
  The class meets Tuesday 3:15-4:15 for the Winter Term

• Basketball for 1st-3rd Graders

  This class meets on Thursdays and teaches the kids drills and skills for the game. The kids will even play games amongst themselves.
  This class is Thursdays 3:15-4:15 PM for the Fall and Winter Term.

• Central Park Nature Exploration: K-5th Graders

  Calling all Nature Lovers. Students will explore Central Park weekly and go on hikes, bird watch, collect leaves and other pieces of nature to make art. They will also have some free time to run around outside!

• Chess: K-5th Graders

  Chess will meet Chess Master Mr. Goodman and learn the basics of chess. More advanced players will be challenged.
  The class meets Tuesdays and or Wednesdays from 3:30-430 for K-1st Grade and 4:30-5:30 2nd-5th Grade.

• Chopped and Master Chefs: K-5th Graders

  Calling all Food Network Lovers! The kids will stir, mix and bake recipes each week in this fun class and bring their treat home, hopefully to share with their families.
  
  K-1st Grade meets: Fridays 3:30-4:30
  2nd-5th Grade meets: Tuesdays 3:30-4:30

• Co-ed Soccer 1st-2nd Graders

  Our 1st and 2nd Graders will play games and learn drills in this fun and energetic class. The class meets Tuesdays 3:15-4:15.

• Craft Market Art Class: N-1st Graders

  Students will create different pieces of art each week in this fun and engaging class. This class is offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-4:30

• Creative Theatre: K-2nd Graders

  Calling all actors and performers of all kinds! This class is for you. The students will learn acting through storytelling, improv, song and movement. The students will perform a show at the end of each term. This group meets on Mondays from 3:30-4:30.

• Drama Dragons: 2nd-5th Grade

  Students will take an acting class on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30. Students will play acting games, memorize lines, learn all about character and put on a show at the end of the term.

• Empire Baseball: K-5th Grade

  This class will meet in the Spring on Thursdays from 3:15-5pm. Students will play against each other weekly in Central Park.

• Fashion and Jewelry Design: 2nd-5th Graders

  Join Ms. McCloskey on Thursdays for the Winter Term in her very popular Fashion and Jewelry class. At the end of the trimester the students will have a Fashion and Bake sale and donate their funds to a Charity!

• Fun Fitness N-1st Graders

  This class will get your kids moving and grooving. They will dance and workout and have fun all at the same time.
  
  
  This class is in-person on Wednesdays at 3:15.

• Gymnastics K-5th Grade: Fall

  This class will meet on Wednesdays in the Fall for K-5th Graders:
  The class is adjusted to the skill level of the students.
  The K-1st Graders will meet from 3:30-4:30 and the 2nd-5th Graders will meet from 4:30-5:30.

• Harry Potter and Hogwarts: 2nd-5th Grade

  Calling all Harry Potter fans! Come and explore this class and create different projects and experiments all based on all the books of Harry Potter!

• Hip-Hop: Pre-K-5th Graders (K-1st, 2nd-5th)

  In this fun class, the students will learn the basics of Hip-Hop and they will create a dance routine.
  This class is on Wednesdays for 2nd-5th grade and Thursdays for Pre-K-1st Grade at 3:30.

• Lego Robotics: 2nd-5th Graders: Fridays: 3:30-4:30

  Code Advantage will be teaching 2nd-5th graders Lego Robotics on Fridays from 3:30-4:30.

  Anibots (2nd-5th)

  This class uses LEGO ® robotics to create animal robots and make them move. Why do giraffes have long necks? Why are so many fish-shaped differently? Why do cheetahs need 4 legs? Students will learn about animals and how their bodies help them perform specific tasks. They’ll also learn that concepts like torque, traction, and angular velocity make designing these “anibots” trickier than it may appear

  
  
  

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• Mad Science: 2nd-5th Graders

  Calling all Mad Scientists! This hands on science class will create static electricity everywhere. Sign up fast, this class always has a waitlist!
  
  The class is Mondays 3:30-4:30

• Maker Space for 5th Graders

  This special class is only offered for 5th graders. Students will meet with Ms. Steinman on Thursdays from 4:30-5:30 and create different projects in the maker space room.

• Martial Arts: Pre-K-12th Graders

  Students will study with Howard Latting of WMA Karate. Each of our students enter the program with a desire to learn, enjoy robust physical activity and participate as a team. This program is based on Korean Art and Modern Teachings.
  
  Mondays: In-Person
  
  Pre-K-1st Grade at 3:30
  2nd-5th Grade at 4:30

• Mixed Sports with Mr. B for 4th-5th Graders

  Mr. B will take the kids out to Central Park weekly for a variety of sports.
  This class is Tuesdays 3:15-4:15 Fall

• Multi-Sports with E3 Sports: 2nd-5th Graders

  If you want your child to run around and get all sweaty, this class is for you! The students will play a variety of sports and relay races in Central Park or use our Gym on inclement weather days.
  
  This class meets on these days:
  
  Fridays: 2nd-5th Grade: 3:15-4:15

• Parkour in Central Park: 3rd-5th Graders

  PARKOUR / PARK CHALLENGE

  Joel's Kids Action Sports coaches mix conditioning, gymnastics, balance, team work, confidence building and fun. Either indoors or out, we create a manageable obstacle course for the kids to conquer. Positive thinking and success are guaranteed.
  
  This class meets Thursdays 3:15-4:15

• Photography: 2nd-5th Grade

  Join CinemaKidz and learn the art of photography. Students will be given cameras and learn all about photography!

• Playground Fun Class: K-1st Grade

  Join Ms. Rechenberg every Tuesday and explore different playgrounds on the UWS for playtime! This class is in the Fall from 3:30-4:30.

• Pokeman Go with Mr. B: 3rd-5th Grade

  Pokeman Go with Mr. B is back and now the class is available to 3rd-5th graders. Students are required to have a tablet, Ipad, or Iphone that can hook up to our hotspot for this class. The students will be going out to Central Park chasing Pokeman.
  
  This class is ON HOLD. Stay tuned to see if we will have it for Spring 2024.

• Rhythmic Gym and Ballet Stars

  This class is for our K-1st Graders on Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30.
  Kids will learn the basics for Rhythmic Gymnastics and also incorporate Ballet into the class.

• Rollerblading and Skateboarding with Joel's Kids on Wheels: 1st-5th Grade

  Join Joel’s experienced, kid-friendly coaches for a fantastic season of inline skating and skateboarding. These are great classes for the young athlete to learn—not just one, but two― skating disciplines. Those who just want to learn one technique can do so.
  
  Inline skating: Every week, coaches will teach a new skating skill—from basic balance, stopping, turns, skating backwards, and more. Whenever the weather is suitable, students will have terrific fun on wheels in Central Park. This class is open to all skill levels of skaters.
  
  

  Skateboarding: Whether you already know how to do an “Ollie” or want to get started with skateboarding, this program is for you. Learn and enjoy the basics through advanced moves on a skateboard. From push-offs to “fakies,” this safe program will thrill students.

  
  
  
  Class is Wednesdays 3-5pm.

• Soccer on Mondays for Pre-K-K Graders

  Calling Soccer Stars!!! This class will teach the basics of Soccer and the kids will learn drills and play simple games. The class meets on Mondays at 3:15-4:15.

• Soccer: 3rd-5th Graders

  Students will meet weekly in this fun and energetic class. They will learn skills and drills and play games.
  Class meets Wednesdays: 3:15-4:15 pm

• Superhero Productions: K-2nd Grade

  It's a bird, It's a plane, It's Superman!!!!!
  If your child like superhero's then this class is for them. Join CinemaKidz as they have the kids make their own superhero films!!!
  
  

  The kids will work together as a group to come up with a story idea together and will then work as a team to film, act and edit the movie as well- just like a professional movie set, we try to help facilitate a collaborative experience and environment =) 

   

  Camera wise, we primarily work with iPad Pro's (and for some specific classes Canon DSLR's). We teach the kids how to use a professional filming application called FilmicPro which gives them more manual and creative controls of the camera too. The goal is to help introduce them to an accessible and affordable way to film with more refined skills so that they can then continue at home =)

• TGA Golf: K-5th Graders

  Join the pros from TGA Golf every Friday for Golf Instruction. The coach will bring all the supplies. 
  Class is Fridays for K-2nd Grade from 3:30-430 and 3rd-5th Grade from 430-5:30 for the Fall and Winter Terms.

• Volleyball 3rd-5th Graders

  Students in 3rd-5th Grade will meet weekly withe Mr. R and learn drills and skills for Volleyball and they will even play games amongst themselves.
  
  This class meets Mondays from 3-4pm.

• Chess: K-5th Graders (K-1st and 2nd-5th)

  Children learn the basics of chess in a friendly and focused atmosphere. The class is suitable for everyone—from beginners to more advanced players.
  
  This class meets on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 for K-1st Grade and Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30 for 2nd-5th Graders.