Lin Howe Program Catalog #

Dates & Basic Information #

Fall 2024 Term: August 26 – December 20

Afterschool Cornucopia is a nonprofit educational corporation dedicated to offering a wide variety of afterschool enrichment classes.

Our classes meet at Linwood E. Howe Elementary School at 4100 Irving Place in Culver City. Unless otherwise noted in the individual class descriptions, classes will begin on Monday, August 26th and end on Friday, December 20th. Classes are held once a week. This session will be 16 weeks long. Most of our classes are one hour long. Fees and number of classes have been adjusted for the following school holidays:

How Do I Enroll? #

Enrollment is on a first‐come, first‐served basis. You can register on our website through our registration page.

Payment #

Payment can be made by Venmo, PayPal, check, or cash.

To pay with Venmo, please send a payment to @Afterschool-Cornucopia and write your child’s name and “Lin Howe” in the payment note.

To pay by check, please make checks payable to Afterschool Cornucopia and write your child’s name and “Lin Howe” in the note. Checks may be hand‐delivered to your Cornucopia site manager, deposited in our drop box by the school office, or mailed to:
Afterschool Cornucopia
P.O. Box 2734
Culver City, CA 90231

For cash or PayPal instructions, please email [email protected]

Please do not attempt to send payments to [email protected]

Payment Plan: if you cannot pay all the tuition at once, you can split the payment in two: one dated 8/26/24 and the other dated 9/26/24.

How to Attend Class #

Students Not in Aftercare #

Please be sure to inform your child’s daytime teacher about their Cornucopia enrollments; specifically which days they have Cornucopia.

• Younger students (grades TK–1) will be retrieved from their dismissal gate by Cornucopia staff.
• Older students (grades 2–5) will walk themselves to their Cornucopia classes. If they don’t know where to go, or need help with anything, they can find Cornucopia staff by the outdoor lunch area, or get help at the school office.

After class, Cornucopia teachers will bring students to the gate next to the school office on Irving to await pickup.

Students in Aftercare #

Please be sure to inform your child’s aftercare program about their Cornucopia enrollments; specifically which days they have Cornucopia. If your child does not have aftercare on days when they’re taking Cornucopia classes, please see the preceding section about students not in aftercare. If your child is in an Office of Child Development aftercare program, you’ll need to submit a waiver to the OCD.

Our staff will pick up all students in aftercare and bring them to class. When Cornucopia classes end, we will return students to their respective aftercare.

To Reach Us #

If you wish to pick your child up early, or need anything else during Cornucopia, please call or text our site manager, Lauren via 424 341 9559. Tap here to download our contact to your phone. For less immediate questions, please email [email protected]

Absences #

If you cannot attend a class, you may attend another class offered on a different day as a make‐up during the same term. Please email [email protected] to arrange a make‐up.

Refunds #

If you withdraw from a class within the first four weeks of the session, we will refund a prorated portion of your fee corresponding to all forthcoming classes.

If classes are cancelled for any reason, we will refund a prorated portion of your fee corresponding to all cancelled classes.

Please email [email protected] if you would like to request a refund.

Late Pickups #

If you are more than 10 minutes late to pick your child up, we may charge you a late pickup fee of $1 per minute.

Classes by Weekday #

Unless otherwise indicated, classes meet from 3:20–4:20 PM on all days except Wednesdays, and from 1:50–2:50 PM on Wednesdays.

Class Descriptions #

Astronaut Science #

Grades K–3
Thursdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$464
Taught by Prof. Egghead staff. Blast off this session with the Egghead Astronaut Crew as we explore the far reaches of our universe. Students will set off rockets, make huge chemical reactions, make lava slime, look for life and rocks on other planets, recycle water in space, and make out-of-this-world volcanoes on their way to becoming astronauts! The best part? They get to take home their experiment every week!

Basketball #

Grades TK–5
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM
Class meets 16 times
$352
Under the guidance of Coach Lauri Powell and taught by EJ Moore, a former practice player for the UNLV Men’s Basketball team. “Basketball FUN” offers a dynamic one-hour instructional class. The primary objective of this class is to provide participants with a solid foundation in basketball fundamentals, while also incorporating enjoyable games that revolve around essential skills, physical fitness, sportsmanship, fair play, teamwork, and personal growth. Whether you’re a beginner seeking to learn the basics or an individual looking to enhance your existing skills, this class is designed to cater to a wide range of skill levels.

Bento Cooking #

Grades 1–5
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM (FULL)
Class meets 16 times
$432
This class is full and unavailable to join.
Taught by Ms. Noriko, a skilled cooking instructor specializing in Kyaraben, we explore the art of crafting character bento. Kyaraben, short for Anime Character in a Bento, involves shaping ingredients into familiar characters like Pokemon, Totoro, Hello Kitty, as well as animals, flowers, and other animated images. This culinary approach not only enhances food presentation but also adds an element of fun to both the cooking process and the dining experience. Join us to learn how to create delightful character shapes, convey the joy of handmade Japanese cuisine, and make your food presentation adorable. Come be a part of our enjoyable learning experience!

Breakdancing #

Grades TK–5
Thursdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$384
Taught by the WeBreak Hip-Hop Dance Company. Our breakdancing class is designed for both beginners with little or no experience and intermediate breakers that have experience dancing. We use our proprietary curriculum to teach the basic and intermediate concepts and moves of breaking. Together, we’ll focus on learning moves to express ourselves through dance, building confidence and developing a positive environment through helping one another; all while having a great time. On the Dec. 12th, we will have a show for family at the end of class.

Coding with Scratch #

Grades 2–5
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM (FULL)
Class meets 16 times
$352
This class is full and unavailable to join.
Taught by Mr. Nick, math tutor, B.S. in Math. Students will build their own programs, animations, and games in the block-based programming language Scratch. Developed by MIT, Scratch is a great way for kids to learn basic programming concepts. It allows coders to build their programs by dragging and dropping colorful coding blocks instead of typing out complicated syntax. We will work our way through a variety of projects, ranging from simple animations to building our own mini-games. This class is a good opportunity for students to familiarize themselves with the basics of computational thinking, as well as a chance for them to express themselves creatively. No prior experience or knowledge necessary.

Comic Book Creators #

Grades 1–5
Mondays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 14 times
$336
Taught by ACE Enrichment staff. This session, students will discover their inner Superhero through the creation of their very own comic book! In this awesome class, students will learn how to build characters, story, and the step-by-step process of creating a comic book. Through sketching, creating self-portraits, & developing backgrounds, you’ll transform yourself and your everyday surroundings into an amazing comic book. Our instructor will guide our illustrators as they Brainstorm, Storyboard, Pencil, Ink, and Color. After the session is over, the comic pages are taken back to our studio and professionally edited and printed. When complete, the comic books will be delivered to the students and are theirs to keep. Returning students are encouraged-new comic book creators welcome. No art experience necessary.

Cooking #

Grades 1–5
Mondays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 14 times
$378
Taught by Chef Angela & staff, urban farmer, chef and teacher. Students will learn, make, and take home a new recipe from world cuisines each week. Students work with teachers, in small groups, and individually at times to explore the world of food and flavor in a fun, no-pressure environment. Students do not handle hot or sharp equipment, but do get a chance to work with their hands every class to learn fundamental cooking and kitchen safety practices. Recipes are seasonally-minded and ingredients are sourced from local farmers markets when possible. Perfect for foodies and picky eaters alike, this class is equal parts tasting lab, food education, edible crafting, and cultural exploration.

Cooking for Kinders #

Grades TK–K
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM (FULL)
Class meets 15 times
$420
This class is canceled and unavailable to join.
Taught by Lunch Bunch instructors, our lessons are written by our executive chef and certified teacher alongside our talented enrichment team. Lunch Bunch is on a mission to change kids’ nutrition and access to knowledge about healthy eating - and ultimately influence the role food can play in educating kids in a fun, creative, inspiring way. Our goal is to to build healthy habits that stick with kids and to get them excited to eat well while including them in the process!

Drawing & Painting Lab #

Grades K–5 (no TK)
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM
Class meets 16 times
$432
Taught by Art Lessons LA staff. Children will learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting using a unique variety of materials like paint pens, oil pastels, colored pencils, acrylic paint and canvas. We look at influential artists to create projects inspired by artistic styles such as Pop Art and realism. While students develop their technical skills, they will also be encouraged to express themselves through their work.

Drawing & Watercolor #

Grades K–5 (no TK)
Mondays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 14 times
$336
Taught by Miss Dani, artist and craftsperson with a passion for helping kids discover their potential. Students will learn basic art techniques while following step-by-step instructions to create their pieces. Each week will focus on a different artist, style, or technique and will combine a mix of watercolor painting and drawing with various tools. The kids will learn how to paint their favorite animals, use crayons to create wax resistant paintings, use plants and other objects as stencils, create paintings inspired by famous artists, and more. Join us for a fun, creative, low pressure hour of art creation.

Drawing Animals #

Grades TK–5
Thursdays 3:20–4:20 PM (CANCELED)
Class meets 16 times
$416
This class is canceled and unavailable to join.
Taught by Art Lessons LA staff. Let’s draw animals!  Join other animal lovers in this beginning drawing class, where students learn to draw various animals, from land to sea!  Students will learn fun drawing styles and techniques applying a variety of materials like pencils, colored pencils, markers and pastels.

Dungeons & Dragons #

Grades 3–5
Thursdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$400
Taught by The Hero Workshop staff. Introduction to Dungeons and Dragons is an interactive storytelling workshop for Heroes in grades 3rd - 5th. Heroes will join a group for a weekly appointment with adventure, where one of our professional narrators (called a Dungeon Master) will present scenarios to the group, and together they decide what happens next in the story. Every participant will take on the role of a hero in a story, where we will explore concepts such as what it means to be a Hero, cooperative storytelling, encounter design, and narrative. Big moments in the story are decided by random chance with a roll of the dice. It’s fun, a great way to ignite the imagination, and we will touch on many educational aspects as part of our adventures including basic math, algebra, puzzle solving, teamwork and collaboration, and of course storytelling.

Engineering with Legos #

Grades K–5 (no TK)
Wednesdays 1:50–3:20 PM (FULL)
Class meets 16 times
$480
This class is full and unavailable to join.
Taught by Play-Well Teknologies staff: teaching engineering to students. Create, play, and learn in this 1.5 hour class. Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects. Motorized pieces will be used. Level up your engineering skills with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts as we design and build as never before and explore your ideas. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to build at the next level!

Filmmaking #

Grades 3–5
Mondays 3:20–4:20 PM (FULL)
Class meets 14 times
$336
This class is full and unavailable to join.
Taught by Ms. Kelci & Studio Schmudio staff, filmmakers and actors. Do you dream about being in the movies? Do you love writing stories? Do you ever find yourself thinking of great ideas that should totally be a movie? Then this is the class for you! In this class students will write, shoot, edit, and star in their own short films. We will be learning about all of the different jobs and people that it takes to make our favorite films, and have so much fun creating our own! Students will be taught the filmmaking process by actual independent filmmakers and professional educators. Studio Schmudio teaches the importance of making your own work, and helping students understand that anything is possible with imagination and teamwork. Make sure you practice your autograph and have something fun to wear at our premiere on the last day! Lights, camera, action!

Hip Hop with UniverSoul #

Grades 1–5
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$375
Taught by UniverSoul Hip Hop staff, dance performers and teachers. Join us for this joyful, kinetic and educational dance class. Hip Hop Social Dance consists of teaching the students Hip Hop movement and culture that is particularly experienced in social settings and Cypher Culture. Students will learn popular Hip Hop dances of the 80s, 90s, and present era and learn how to artistically build on that knowledge to practice freestyle dance. Locking will consist of teaching the history and function of Locking and its place within Los Angeles Street Dance history and impact as a global cultural dance form. We’ll have a performance on the last day of Fall term for family and friends.

Hip-Hop/Jazz Dance #

Grades TK–2
Mondays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 14 times
$322
Taught by Funky Divas & Dudes staff. Are you ready to rock? Learn the basic techniques of dance and how to move to the beat. We promote a healthy lifestyle through fun, physical activity that encourages self-expression through music and movement. This is a performance-based class, designed to help students gain confidence and self-esteem. We teach age-appropriate dance routines to pop music and classics from the past. We put on a rockin’ performance in costumes on the last day for family and friends to enjoy.

Hogwarts Magic Workshop #

Grades 1–5
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM
Class meets 16 times
$384
Taught by ACE staff. Expelliarmus! Hogwarts’ Magic Workshop is here to amaze with spells, tricks, props, and techniques for our young wizards. Following the Code of Gryffindor, students will be just like Harry Potter and develop new skills, dexterity, creativity, stage presence, and self-confidence. All props are provided, and a new trick is sent home each class! Join us as we learn tricks, have house competitions, wizard games and more. All new tricks for this session. Returning and new students welcome.

Improv & Theater Games #

Grades 1–5
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 15 times
$330
Taught by Ms. Kelci & Studio Schmudio improv teachers and working actors. Ms. Kelci has over 10 years of experience as an arts educator, specializing in children’s theater. Does your child love playing pretend? Are they always making up silly stories? Do they come alive in front of an audience, or would they like to, but nerves have held them back? This is the right class for them! Improvisation is the art of acting, without a script. In this class we work together to use our imaginations to explore characters, make up stories, and play pretend. This class is a safe space to learn more about acting, fearlessly. We play theater games of all sorts to work on creating characters, storylines, and to have a good laugh while doing it. This class also encourages teamwork, confidence, public speaking, and personal creativity.

Kitchen Science #

Grades 1–5
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 15 times
$435
Taught by Ms. Erin, a credentialed science teacher, private tutor, and CCUSD parent. We’re back with new projects for Fall 2024. This hands-on class combines the wonders of science with everyday kitchen ingredients to create exciting and educational experiments. Students will investigate states of matter with ice cream in a bag, and learn biology by extracting DNA from strawberries. They’ll also learn about density by crafting colorful density towers, explore the science of bubbles, build edible structures with engineering principles and more. Kitchen Science will ignite curiosity, develop scientific thinking, and provide a deliciously fun learning experience!

Math Magic #

Grades 2–5
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM (CANCELED)
Class meets 16 times
$368
This class is canceled and unavailable to join.
Taught by our expert mathmagician, Ms. Erin, private math tutor and mom of two at CCUSD schools. Welcome to the enchanting world of Math Magic! From solving tricky puzzles and mind-boggling riddles to exploring the mysterious patterns hidden within numbers, Math Magic will ignite a passion for math like never before. Young learners will discover the joy of problem-solving and develop a solid foundation in essential math concepts. With each magical twist, students will gain confidence in their mathematical abilities, empowering them to tackle any mathematical challenge with enthusiasm and flair. Students will learn the mesmerizing secrets of mathematics through puzzles, games and art. No homework help will be provided.

Mindful Arts & Crafts #

Grades TK–4
Thursdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$368
Taught by Ms. Pepper & Staff, mindfulness instructors. We will be creating fun new crafts such as Custom Slime, Orbeez Plant Pots, Mini-Volcano Crafts, Aromatherapy Sprays, Cozy Eye Pillows, Kaleidoscopes, Watercolor Art, Hanging Yarn Monograms, “I AM” inspirational Collages, Dreamcatchers and more! This class teaches mindfulness through creativity, which is one of the easiest and most fun ways to teach children mindfulness and self-expression. These art projects and take-home crafts will inspire your kids to be as creative as they like while learning the tools of Mindfulness and self-regulation. Classes will start with breathing exercises, and mindfulness is taught throughout the hour of class. All materials are included in cost.

Money Management #

Grades 2–5
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM (CANCELED)
Class meets 15 times
$405
This class is canceled and unavailable to join.
Taught by Money Management 4 Kids staff. This innovative financial literacy program merges learning and play into a journey of financial discovery and empowerment. Kids learn alongside Moo La, our Cash Cow, as she embarks on the ultimate money adventure! Setting out on the road to prosperity to find financial independence, Moo La and friends face challenges that require critical thinking, patience, and focus as they develop an understanding of needs vs. wants, setting money aside, and long-term financial planning. Together, they discover the concept of “Money Energy” and how to use that energy to identify earning opportunities and maximize earning potential. From accounting for their income and making deposits into the Bank of Moo La, to assessing opportunity costs, goal-setting, and creating a spending plan, this fun-filled adventure combines learning, hands-on activities, and real-world experience, teaching kids essential life skills while making learning about money fun!

Musical Theater #

Grades 1–5
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM
Class meets 16 times
$368
Taught by Ms. Sarah, dancer and teacher. Get into character! Come dance and act in a class where you will express yourself through performance. We will present songs and dances from “Hairspray” this term! Follow your dreams and stand up for what you believe in, in a cheerful and kitschy adventure. Ms. Sarah will teach you fun songs and dances that you won’t be able to get out of your head! At the end of the term, students will showcase what we’ve been working on for friends and family to see. Welcome to the 60’s!

Nerf Sports #

Grades 1–5
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$368
Taught by ACE staff. Nerf Sports is a fun and safe way for students to build endurance; develop coordination, and work on new skills by playing all types of sports and games! Dribbling, passing, shooting and hand-eye coordination are all practiced as students enjoy basketball, soccer, dodgeball, capture the flag and more. This class is for all children, regardless of their skill level or experience. Our instructors will place emphasis on sportsmanship, teamwork, fairness, and fun. All equipment and materials provided.

Paper Engineering #

Grades K–5 (no TK)
Mondays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 14 times
$364
Projects and lessons are designed by Ms. Irene, professional engineer and pop-up enthusiast. Explore mechanical concepts by creating playful moving projects! Each week, students will learn about mechanical principles to create 2D and 3D art projects. The 2D projects will take the form of a pop up book. Students will work on fine motor skills, simple engineering concepts, and problem solving skills in a creative way. Each session will have new projects. The theme of this session is Places to Go! Visit Irene Yu’s Instagram @i.and.yu to see examples of past projects. Skills required are confidence in using scissors and the ability to follow directions.

Parkour #

Grades TK–5
Mondays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 14 times
$322
Taught by Coach Lorenzo, professional traceur (practitioner of Parkour) and teacher. This program will teach children the fundamentals of climbing, crawling, jumping, rolling, running and vaulting over obstacles using the playground, a giant foam block and the environment. Parkour is about overcoming obstacles mentally and physically in our lives. Students will learn some team building exercises, gain confidence and get an amazing workout. Students should bring bottled water to stay hydrated and be ready to jump around.

Piano/Keyboard #

Grades TK–5
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM
Class meets 16 times
$416
Taught by Maestro Coffey, musician and music teacher. This is a group class to introduce students to the joy of playing piano. Maestro has arranged and notated favorite children’s songs in an easy, fun way to play. Students should practice playing the songs often. Multiple studies show that music training and learning to read music is good for the developing brain. Maestro Coffey ensures that students will learn the essentials of music theory with favorite songs. Class will have a recital on the last day of the term. Parents will need to buy a roll-up keyboard (such as PicassoTiles PT49 available online for ~$25) and headphones with a 3.5 mm connector (such as Maxell 190319 available online for ~$5), which students will bring with them to school on Wednesdays for piano class. Printed music and other materials are supplied. Please leave all chargers and cables at home, as we do not have the capacity to charge keyboards during class. Also, please be sure to tell your child to bring and use their headphones during class. When the teacher plays with a group of students, we unplug headphones, but when the teacher moves to the next group and students practice on their own, it is much better for all when they use their headphones.

Pokemon Card Game #

Grades 1–5
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$384
Taught by Mr. Alex, Pokémon enthusiast and teacher. Let’s become Pokémon Masters! Learn how to play the popular Pokémon Trading Card game, battle your friends, and immerse yourself in the exciting world of Pokémon. Students will learn interesting facts about Pokémon history, while becoming adept at the incredibly popular game. Students must have their own decks. We look forward to seeing where your Pokémon journey takes you. Please note: no cards will be won or traded permanently during class time!

Process Art #

Grades TK–5
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$432
Taught by Art Lessons LA staff. Art projects are process-based, with a focus on the art experience more than the final result. For each project, artists will explore a unique combination of materials, like washi tape, Mylar, clay, paint and wood. Students will apply techniques such as assemblage, sculpting, collaging, and layering to create fun, whimsical art pieces.

Self-Defense #

Grades TK–5
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$352
Sensei Ross is a Black Belt in Kenpo Karate with more than 15 years experience studying and teaching the martial arts. Continuing and new students are welcome. Although we all want to make this a safe and peaceful world for our children, reality can sometimes deliver unwelcome surprises. As adults, it is our responsibility to give our children the tools that will help keep them safe in any number of situations and to teach them to carry themselves with a confidence and awareness that will steer them away from danger. In Self-Discipline & Self-Defense, we will learn the fundamentals of defense, such as environmental awareness, blocks, kicks, strikes, stances, foot maneuvers, and the all-important KI-YAH! In addition to providing an excellent workout and instilling children with self-confidence, studying the martial arts stresses the value of being a good citizen, being kind to your peers, respectful to your elders, mindful of nutrition and diligent in your studies. Plus, it’s a lot of fun. Students will be working towards the goal of earning a gi (uniform), then belts.

Sew What!? #

Grades 1–5
Mondays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 14 times
$336
Taught by Ms. Maya, fabrication arts instructor. Sewing for beginners and beyond. GreenARTS Sew What?! Class uses colorful felt fabric and embroidery threads, showing children how to sew a project from scratch, coming up with an idea, drawing a pattern, choosing materials, cutting and sewing fun little projects like cute plushies and custom zipper bags.

Soccer #

Grades TK–5
Thursdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$368
Taught by ACE Enrichment staff. The soccer class will focus on rules and strategy of soccer as well as the development of ball handling, passing, shooting, offensive and defensive skills. We will build endurance, develop coordination and learn how to play as a team! Players will scrimmage each week and work on skills & drills in a fun & friendly environment. Everyone can participate regardless of ability. All equipment and materials provided.

Spanish for Beginners #

Grades 2-5
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM (FULL)
or
Thursdays 3:20–4:20 PM (FULL)
Class meets 16 times
$384
This class is full and unavailable to join.
Taught by OLA Spanish Immersion staff. Learning Spanish should be fun, exciting, and easy for our students. OLA is a Spanish immersion program thoughtfully developed by a team of linguists specializing in second language instruction. Our comprehensive Spanish program emphasizes oral fluency. Our focus and teaching methodology are based on “learning through doing.” Children pick up the language naturally through songs, games, targeted lessons, storytelling, and daily routines. Teachers use pantomime and visual aids to communicate with students, and English is only used when necessary.

Spanish for Beginners Jr. #

Grades TK-1
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM (FULL)
or
Thursdays 3:20–4:20 PM (FULL)
Class meets 16 times
$384
This class is full and unavailable to join.
Taught by OLA Spanish Immersion staff. Learning Spanish should be fun, exciting, and easy for our students. OLA is a Spanish immersion program thoughtfully developed by a team of linguists specializing in second language instruction. Our comprehensive Spanish program emphasizes oral fluency. Our focus and teaching methodology are based on “learning through doing.” Children pick up the language naturally through songs, games, targeted lessons, storytelling, and daily routines. Teachers use pantomime and visual aids to communicate with students, and English is only used when necessary.

Stop Motion Animation #

Grades 1–5
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 15 times
$345
Taught by Mr. Nick, filmmaker and teacher. Create your own little stop motion videos in this class. Students will use paper, toys (bring your own if you like) and teamwork to make their stories come to life. We’ll use iPads/tablets to film, edit and show our work.

Storybook Ballet #

Grades TK–2
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 15 times
$405
Taught by Zooga Yoga staff. Embrace your inner princess as our dancers transport themselves into a ballet wonderland, bringing beloved storybook characters to life. Guided by ​Zooga’s experienced ​instructor, dancers embark on a journey through warm-up exercises, center work, and creative movement, all woven together with enchanting storytelling through dance. Our class incorporates fanciful props such as tutus, butterfly wings, colorful scarves, tiaras, and wands. Designed to be beginner-friendly, this lively session encourages children to nurture their creative instincts and express themselves individually through the magic of ballet and timeless Disney melodies! We’ll have a performance on the last day.

Tae Kwon Do #

Grades 2–5
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM
Class meets 16 times
$384
Taught by Mr. Alonzo, Master Tae Kwon Do teacher. Have fun developing coordination and the mental strength to face a variety of life’s tests. Using encouragement and humor, students are taught not only effective self-defense techniques, but they will build self-confidence and self-discipline. Personal safety and non-violence will be stressed. Uniforms are required & can be ordered from Mr. Alonzo for $25.

Tennis #

Grades K–5 (no TK)
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 15 times
$360
Taught by Coach Susan, award-winning youth tennis coach (USPTA & PTR certified). Learn tennis by exploring 4 areas of focus: Technical (forehand/backhand/serves), Tactical, Athleticism (agility, balance, coordination, speed, strength), and Mental (emotional, confidence). Perfect for beginners. Coach Susan brings all the equipment: a portable net, beginner children’s tennis balls (Red Balls), and rackets. Students should wear sneakers, and shorts or pants.

Ukulele/Guitar #

Grades TK–5
Tuesdays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$384
Taught by Mr. Gaku, session guitarist, producer, and seasoned performer. This class is a great introduction to the joy of playing music. The ukulele is a small string instrument which kindergarten students can handle with their small hands. Older students who want to learn to play guitar are also welcome. The instructor will teach how to play simple holiday songs and children’s songs. Students will learn basic music reading skills using color stickers. No books or scores are required. The instructor will provide a folder with music scores, color system/tuning instructions, and stickers. (The folder will have different music scores every semester.) A ukulele or guitar is required for this class. Ukuleles can be found for as little as $40 online or in local stores.

Violin/Viola #

Grades 2–5
Private Lessons Off‐Campus
Class meets 6 times
$180
Private study with Jody Rubin, who has performed with the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, the LA Philharmonic and the LA Opera Orchestra. Ms. Rubin can also be heard on such soundtracks as Pirates of the Caribbean and X-Men. Get a head start on the 4th grade instrumental music class and develop and supplement skills introduced in school. 30-minute lessons consist of foundation studies such as note reading, rhythm, and scales as well as learning pieces that can be performed with piano accompaniment. Lessons are taught in the instructor’s home in the Sunkist Park area. Students must be vaccinated for COVID-19. Beginners to advanced students are welcome. Bring your own violin or viola, or email Ms. Rubin if you wish to buy or rent.

Watercolor #

Grades TK–5
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 15 times
$360
Taught by ACE Staff. Students will learn basic drawing and painting techniques, get creative, and paint. Using paintbrushes, sponges and more, students will experiment with different ways of applying paint to paper. Their imaginations will be put to the test to come up with unique compositions. Combining painting and drawing materials and techniques, students will create beautiful, mixed-media works! This class is beginner based and great for learning new drawing and painting skills. New and returning students are always encouraged.

Wild Child Sports #

Grades TK–3
Wednesdays 1:50–2:50 PM
Class meets 16 times
$352
Taught by Wild Child Gym staff. This class is a great introduction to sports. Children will learn the fundamentals of a variety of sports in an active, fun and inclusive way. From team-building to individual skill development, Wild Child’s coaches will build each child’s self-esteem, coordination, strength and core skill set through active play. Weaving in playful games and a weekly muscle focus, this program will give students the fundamentals to confidently throw, catch, jump, kick, shoot and more. Students are encouraged to bring water and dress comfortably.

Yoga for Kids #

Grades TK–1
Tuedays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 16 times
$432
Taught by Zooga Yoga staff. Come with us on an imaginative yoga adventure around the world. Yogis will develop their focus, strength, flexibility and coordination in this fun and active themed‐yoga class. We practice the basics of a real yoga routine through the use of playful yoga games, easy yoga postures and our very own Zooga music. Students also learn breathing, mindful meditation and visualization techniques, a sense of self and respect for others on our unique yoga adventures. All skill and experience levels welcome. Great for kids with ADHD and little athletes. We provide yoga mats.

Zoology #

Grades TK–5
Fridays 3:20–4:20 PM
Class meets 15 times
$375
Taught by Critter Squad staff. Meet live animals and learn about their world. Some are furry, some are feathered, some have a lot of legs, but they are all coming to visit, and they are safe and friendly. Each class will feature educational games and activities and a visit with a real live animal.