311401 - Chess Scholars
Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach. There will also be a chess competition with prizes at the end of the session! No class: February 15.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
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| Full | 311401-02 | Chess Scholars Grades K-2 | 01/21/21- 03/25/21 | Th | 3:30P- 4:30P | Takiff Center | $186/$205 | 5 years up to 8 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
311405 - Bach to Rock
Learn beginner music concepts and chords on the guitar so you are able to play popular songs from the radio.
if COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
311410 - Pulse Fitness
This boot camp class challenges kids with agility ladders, resistance bands, battle ropes, noodles, balls and more. The fun-filled curriculum uses games and drills that can improve coordination and cardiovascular conditioning, strength and flexibility while also boosting leadership, sportsmanship and teamwork skills.
If COVID restriction change: classes moved outdoors/larger room or class moved online, no refund issued.
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| Waitlist | 311410-01 | Mini Ninja Warrior | 01/19/21- 03/23/21 | Tu | 3:30P- 4:30P | Takiff Center | $240/$264 | 5 years up to 8 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
311420 - School Day Off Fun
On select days off, we'll stay at the Watts Center for games, sports and more!. Drop off and pick up is at the Watts Center.
Lunch should be brought from home in a single-use container to be thrown out after each meal.
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| Waitlist | 311420-05 | Spring Break Camp: Around the World | 03/29/21- 04/02/21 | M-F | 9:00A- 3:00P | Watts Center | $270/$295 | 5 years up to 12 years | Item Details | Add to Cart | Location Details | |
| Available | 311420-06 | School Day Off: Fun in the Sun | 04/23/21- 04/23/21 | F | 9:00A- 3:00P | Watts Center | $54/$59 | 5 years up to 12 years | Item Details | Add to Cart | Location Details | |
311430 - Sticky Finger Cooking
Prepare and eat healthy, globally inspired recipes while learning to cook! Our chefs will reinforce kitchen skills and emphasize each area of cooking - terminology, ingredients, and nutrition. We will practice measurements while using an array of cooking utensils and fresh ingredients. Full recipes are created each week. No class: February 15
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| Cancelled | 311430-01 | Sticky Fingers Cooking | 01/25/21- 03/22/21 | M | 3:30P- 4:30P | Virtual Classes Onli | $183/$201 | 5 years up to 11 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
| Cancelled | 311430-02 | Sticky Fingers Cooking | 01/21/21- 03/25/21 | Th | 3:30P- 4:30P | Takiff Center | $286/$315 | 5 years up to 11 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
311450 - Tinkrworks
Calling all artists! Ever wonder what it looks like bring your wooden canvas to life? Makerspace: Creative Technicians is a project designed for students to learn about the basics of design, art and programming. Students will use materials developed within the Makerspace to create a custom, interactive art project. Students will enhance their design with LEDs, sounds, ultrasonic sensors and motors. Throughout the build process, students use a proprietary programming environment to program their design and bring their electric canvas to life.
Due to COVID19, we will not be issuing refunds on class courses. Instead, a set of instructions and materials will be provided to students to complete the course from home in the event classes are canceled after the course has started in person. Students are required to bring their own iPad to class. All group and shared activities will be eliminated from this course and students will work individually and socially distanced. If a student needs an iPad this can be requested free of charge but quantity is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If COVID restrictions change: classes will continue with instructions from teacher, no refund issued.
311451 - The Coder School
Code Class is our entry level program, only for newbie coders. In our introductory Code Class, our Coaches use Scratch or Snap! to teach kids using our project-based game development curriculum, in a traditional class-like environment. By learning through repetition, students will be able to learn the fundamentals of coding in a fun and engaging way. Throughout the session, every student will have the opportunity to present a chosen project if interested. Though reading is not required for this class, it will be helpful if your child is a beginner reader. No class: February 3.
If COVID restrictions change: classes moved online, no refund issued.
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| Unavailable | 311451-01 | Coding 1 -Level- Beginner) | 01/20/21- 03/24/21 | W | 3:30P- 4:30P | Takiff Center | $321/$353 | 5 years up to 10 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
| Cancelled | 311451-02 | Robocode (Level-Intermediate) | 01/20/21- 03/24/21 | W | 3:30P- 4:30P | Takiff Center | $386/$425 | 8 years up to 10 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
| Cancelled | 311451-04 | Mobile Madness Level- Intermediate | 01/22/21- 03/26/21 | F | 3:30P- 4:30P | Takiff Center | $309/$340 | 7 years up to 10 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
311603 - Amazing Minds: The World Around Us for Gr. K-2
Exercise your brain with Amazing Minds after school, where instructors help sharpen skills in math, science, geography, language arts, and reading through fun, hands-on activities. Science will come alive through our exploration of rocks and minerals, flight, weather, health and safety, and computers. Explore math by learning about money, geometry, and shapes. Travel to China, Ancient Egypt, Italy, and Australia to learn about other cultures, and enjoy our hands-on reading games involving the animal kingdom, ocean creatures, and even the preamble to the Constitution! No class February 13.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
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| Unavailable | 311603-01 | Amazing Minds | 01/21/21- 03/25/21 | Th | 3:30P- 4:30P | Takiff Center | $257/$283 | 5 years up to 8 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
| Cancelled | 311603-02 | Amazing Minds | 01/23/21- 03/20/21 | Sa | 10:00A- 11:00A | Takiff Center | $206/$227 | 5 years up to 8 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
311651 - Cartooning for Kids
Instructor: Cheryl Steiger
Students will learn to express their ideas through cartooning and shown drawing techniques, characterizations, and how to develop storylines. If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
Supply list
- Tracing paper
- Copier paper
- HB pencils
- Kneaded eraser
- 1 roller pen (Pilot Precise V5 extra fine is a good one)
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| Cancelled | 311651-01 | Cartooning for Kids | 01/25/21- 03/22/21 | M | 3:30P- 5:30P | Takiff Center | $240/$264 | 9 years up to 13 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
312420 - Sunshine Arts & Crafts for Gr. K-2
Amazing Art combines all your favorite art projects and mixed media! In this unique class, kids will make tie dye shirts (art smocks for the session), experience pottery painting, create a canvas acrylic painting, make recycled projects, and more! Lessons will include concepts and techniques the kids will use for a lifetime and the experience of crafting awesome projects.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
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| Waitlist | 312420-01 | Amazing Art: Gr. K-5 | 01/19/21- 03/23/21 | Tu | 3:30P- 4:30P | Takiff Center | $229/$252 | 5 years up to 11 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
312501 - Ceramics - All Levels
In this all-levels, in-person class, students will use hand-building to create functional and sculptural pieces. This class is designed to accommodate new and returning students. New projects are shown each session. No class February 15.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
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| Waitlist | 312501-01 | Ceramics - All Levels (Grade K-2) | 01/25/21- 03/22/21 | M | 3:30P- 5:00P | Takiff Center | $324/$356 | 5 years up to 8 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
| Waitlist | 312501-02 | Ceramics - All Levels (Grade 3-4) | 01/19/21- 03/23/21 | Tu | 3:30P- 5:00P | Takiff Center | $405/$445 | 8 years up to 10 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
| Waitlist | 312501-03 | Ceramics - All Levels (Grade K-2) | 01/21/21- 03/25/21 | Th | 3:30P- 5:00P | Takiff Center | $405/$445 | 5 years up to 8 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
312502 - Sculpting with Model Magic
Have fun creating sculptures with Model Magic, an air-drying, non-staining, easy-to- manipulate material! Our instructor will guide children with step-by-step instructions to make their own sculptures, with a new theme each week. All projects are age- appropriate, with no experience necessary or parent participation required. All materials are provided and dropped off at your doorstep. Red, blue, yellow, white, and black colors will be provided. The instructor will demonstrate how to mix them to create a full range of shades.
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| Unavailable | 312502-01 | Sculpting with Model Magic (Grade K-4) | 01/22/21- 03/26/21 | F | 3:30P- 5:30P | Virtual Classes Onli | $251/$276 | 5 years up to 10 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
312503 - Hand Building for Teens
This all-levels, beginners welcome, hybrid class allows students the choice of working in the studio or from home for the session. The instructor will teach from the studio while broadcasting the demonstrations live on Zoom. Students working from home will have materials and tools provided and have their work fired using a no-contact pickup and drop off system. The instructor will do a new demonstration each week using hand-building techniques. This class is designed to accommodate new and returning students.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
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| Unavailable | 312503-01 | Hand Building for Teens (Grade 5-8) | 01/21/21- 03/25/21 | Th | 5:30P- 7:30P | Takiff Center | $470/$517 | 9 years up to 13 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
312504 - Clay for Teens - Intermediate
Designed for students with a minimum of two years’ experience. This hybrid class allows students the choice of working in the studio or from home for the session. The instructor will teach from the studio while broadcasting the demonstrations live on Zoom. Students working from home will have materials and tools provided and have their work fired using a no-contact pick up and drop off system. Students will build on their existing skills to create more complex forms and focus on developing their own style. Students must have minimum of two years of wheel throwing experience to use the potters wheel.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
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| Waitlist | 312504-01 | Clay for Teens - Intermediate (Grade 6-12) | 01/19/21- 03/23/21 | Tu | 5:30P- 7:30P | Takiff Center | $470/$517 | 11 years up to 18 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
312505 - Footlighters
Tiny Footlighters
Allow your tiny thespian to discover the wonders of performance and play using their body, mind and imagination! This class will bring out the dramatic spirit of any preschooler through games and story theatre. Rest assured that all of our classes (whether in-person or on Zoom) promise to be engaging, energetic and fun! Our class will culiminate in a video performance for friends and families to enjoy.
Mini Footlighters
Using theatre games and creative drama, our mini-performers will get the opportunity to explore the magic of theatre. Favorite stories will be acted out and performed in each class. Rest assured that all of our classes (whether in-person or on Zoom) promise to be engaging, energetic and fun! Our class will culminate in a video performance for friends and families to enjoy.
Kinderlighters
Kinderlighters focuses on dramatic play through basic theatre games, improvisation, and storytelling. This class creates a safe and nurturing environment where students are free to explore and discover the magic of theatre while working individually and as an ensemble. Utilizing the fun of props, costumes, music and movement, students will get the opportunity to expand their creativity and imagination both onstage and off. Rest assured that all of our classes (whether in-person or on Zoom) promise to be engaging, energetic and fun! Our class will culiminate in a video performance for friends and families to enjoy.
Little Footlighters
This one-hour class welcomes all levels of experience to join in the fun of spontaneous characters, fast paced games, and comedic scenes created on the spot! If Covid-19 restrictions prevent this class from running in-person at any time, our instructors have extensive experience teaching virtually. Rest assured that all of our classes (whether in-person or on Zoom) promise to be engaging, energetic and fun! Our class will culminate in either a live or video performance for friends and families to enjoy.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
312506 - Broadway Bound for Gr. 3-5
Broadway Bound
Join us this winter/spring for a very special Broadway Bound where students will rehearse and perform ALADDIN JR! Since current restrictions prevent us from singing indoors, our vocal rehearsals and recordings will take place on Zoom for the first month and a half of class. All choreography and scene work will be rehearsed and recorded safely in-person, culminating in a professionally edited video production for friends and family to enjoy! Don’t miss this opportunity to work collaboratively and have fun in a safe, interactive and creative setting!
Safety Guidelines
-Students will be placed in groups of 10 or less
-Masks will be worn for all rehearsals
-All choreography and blocking will be modified to ensure that students remain 6 feet apart when rehearsing and recording.
-No costumes will be shared
-Frequent hand washing and sanitizing will take place during class
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| Unavailable | 312506-01 | Broadway Bound - Monday | 01/18/21- 05/24/21 | M | 4:00P- 5:30P | Takiff Center | $665/$724 | 8 years up to 12 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
| Waitlist | 312506-02 | Broadway Bound - Tuesday | 01/19/21- 05/25/21 | Tu | 4:00P- 5:30P | Takiff Center | $665/$724 | 8 years up to 12 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
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| Unavailable | 312507-01 | Jr. High Improv | 01/21/21- 06/03/21 | Th | 5:15P- 6:15P | Takiff Center | $522/$574 | 10 years up to 14 years | Item Details | Read Notice | Location Details | |
313105 - Hip Hop for Preschool-8th Grade
Tiny/Mini Hip Hop
In this high energy class, your little mover will learn rhythm, musicality and performance skills through the art of hip-hop. Using kid-friendly music, our instructors will focus on basic footwork, strength building, dance attitude, and style. If Covid-19 restrictions prevent this class from running in-person at any time, our instructors have extensive experience teaching virtually. Rest assured that all of our classes (whether in-person or on Zoom) promise to be engaging, energetic and fun! Our class will culminate in either a live or video performance for friends and families to enjoy.
Little/Youth Hip Hop
This class will combine elements of hip hop and break dance using current top hits! Each class will incorporate dance styles and routines that encourage individual expression and personal style. If Covid-19 restrictions prevent this class from running in-person at any time, our instructors have extensive experience teaching virtually. Rest assured that all of our classes (whether in-person or on Zoom) promise to be engaging, energetic and fun! Our class will culminate in either a live or video performance for friends and families to enjoy.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
313202 - Ballet
Tiny/Mini Ballet
Introduce your preschooler to basic ballet movement and choreography. Using imaginative games, upbeat music, props and more, your young performer will learn to dance in a fun and positive environment. If Covid-19 restrictions prevent this class from running in-person at any time, our instructors have extensive experience teaching virtually. Rest assured that all of our classes (whether in-person or on Zoom) promise to be engaging, energetic and fun! Our class will culminate in either a live or video performance for friends and families to enjoy.
Little/Youth Ballet
This traditional class for dancers will focus on classic technique including ballet barre work, proper posture and alignment, flexibility, and musicality. If Covid-19 restrictions prevent this class from running in-person at any time, our instructors have extensive experience teaching virtually. Rest assured that all of our classes (whether in-person or on Zoom) promise to be engaging, energetic and fun! Our class will culminate in either a live or video performance for friends and families to enjoy.
If COVID restrictions change: class moved online, no refund issued.
314103 - Junior Dribblers
Rookie Dribblers
The Rookie Dribblers program is designed to progress children through their early basketball experience. Children will be introduced to dribbling, shooting and in a fun and supportive environment.
Pro Dribblers
The Pro Dribblers program builds on skills learned in the Rookie Dribblers class and also introduces more fundamental techniques and basic rules of the game.
If COVID restriction change: classes moved outdoors/larger room or class moved online, no refund issued.
314450 - Preseason Clinics
The Glencoe Park District is hosting basketball clinics this winter to help you improve your skills with Hot Shots Sports! Our clinics will focus on the fundamental building blocks of basketball (dribbling, shooting, passing) but will also improve athletic skills (footwork, hand-eye coordination) and team building aspects (communication, teamwork). Clinics will also consist of scrimmages at the end of each class in which the coach will divide up teams evenly, and players will be able to test out their new skills against each other! The house league basketball clinics will be offered for grades 1-8, both boys and girls. Classes will be restricted to a maximum amount of 10 participants per class.
*If minimum numbers are not met, we will combine grades.
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