Pre-registration for participants currently in classes will be from August 20 at 9 a.m. to August 26 at 6 p.m. Current participants will receive an email the week of August 13.
Regular program registration will take place online from August 27 at 9 a.m. to September 2 at 6 p.m. for Arcola East residents.
Online registration opens to all out-of-area residents on September 3 at 9 a.m. Classes begin the week of September 9.
Children's Programming 2024
Preschool Ukrainian Dance (Age 4-7) Cost: $80 Tuesday 6:00 to 6:45 --- 10 spots St Gabriel Gym September 12 -November 14 (10 weeks) These classes introduce the basic step patterns and movements of traditional Ukrainian dance. Requirements: Clothing should allow for movement and comfort. Long hair should be pulled back neatly in a ponytail. Dance slippers or bare feet are acceptable.
Children's Ukrainian Dance (Age 8-11) Cost: $80 Tuesday 6:45 to 7:30 -- 10 spots St Gabriel Gym September 12 – November 14 (10 weeks) These classes introduce the basic step patterns and movements of traditional Ukrainian dance. Requirements: Clothing should allow for movement and comfort. Long hair should be pulled back neatly in a ponytail. Dance slippers or bare feet are acceptable.
Preschool Dance (Age 3-6) Cost: $80 Thursdays at 5:45-6:15PM --- 10 spots AECC/ Dance room September 14 - November 16 (10 weeks) These classes introduce rhythm, coordination, and dance to children. They are exciting classes that sample the fundamentals of dance, acrobatics, and baton twirling. Requirements: Dance bodysuit and tights OR leggings and a tight-fitting t-shirt. Boys can wear shorts and a fitted t-shirt. Long hair should be pulled back neatly in a ponytail. Dance slippers or bare feet allowed for dance. Running shoes are to be worn for baton twirling. Batons may borrowed from the instructor ($20 deposit to be returned at the end of the session)
Children's Dance (Age 6-10) Cost: $80 Thursdays at 6:15 – 6:45 PM -- 10 spots AECC /Dance room September 14 - November 16 (10 weeks) These classes introduce rhythm, coordination, and dance to children. They are exciting classes that sample the fundamentals of dance, acrobatics, and baton twirling. Requirements: Dance bodysuit and tights OR leggings and a tight-fitting t-shirt. Boys can wear shorts and a fitted t-shirt. Long hair should be pulled back neatly in a ponytail. Dance slippers or bare feet allowed for dance. Running shoes are to be worn for baton twirling. Batons may be borrowed from the instructor ($20 deposit to be returned at the end of the session)
Parent and Child Fitness Cost $110.00 for 1 parent and 1 child. $30 for each additional child. Class limit: 12 parent/child groups Child Ages 7-12 yrs. Wednesday 6:00 to 7:00. September 13 – December 6 (13 wks.) Class limit: 12 parent/child groups St Gabriel Gym Get fit, build athleticism, and have fun with you child in this energetic skill and fitness building class. This class will help both parents and children build athletic skills and fitness they need to have more fun playing the games and sports they love. We will work on balance, agility, running fast, building stamina and strength and learning how to train. Instructor – Alicia
My EQ: Emotional Intelligence (Ages 8-12) Monday 6:30-7:30 pm AECC MP Room October 16 - December 11 No class Nov 13 8 sessions $80 / participant Class limit 16 This is an 8-week class designed for children between ages 8 - 12, focusing on self-awareness, social skills, self-regulation, empathy, and motivation. Our structured activities will encompass painting, physical activities, and mindful games. We will discuss a variety of topics within emotional intelligence to deepen our shared understanding. **Disclaimer: This class is not a professional psychological service. It is being taught by an early childhood educator who is also a psychology undergraduate student. My EQ is intended to provide youth educational opportunities for self-intelligence and emotional intelligence. If your child is really struggling mentally, please consider seeking professional psychological help for them.
Babysitting Basics Cost: $70 November 10 Friday 9:30am- 4:30 pm -- Class limit 15 AECC This course is designed for the 11–16-year-old interested in taking responsibility for younger children. Content in the 6.5-hour class includes safety practices, childcare basics, introductory first aid and activities to try. Hands-on participation and skill development are the focus.
Home Alone Cost: $ 50 October 23 Monday 9:30 am-12:00pm --Class limit 15 AECC This course is aimed at 10–14-year-olds who are at home for short periods of time without adult supervision. The course is 2.5 hours long with the objective to provide children with the skills to increase their personal safety while alone at home.
Fit & Fun Families (open to all ages, families) Cost $10.00 ( no instruction) Tuesday 6-7 p.m. September 12 -December 5 Jack Mackenzie Gym Open gym time to run and play as a family (no hockey sticks)
Parent and Child Zumba Thursday 6:00-7:00 pm Cost $110.00 for 1 parent and 1 child. $30 for each additional child. Class limit 12 parent/child groups Child Ages 3-9 yrs. Instructor – Melissa September 14 – December 7 (13 wks.) **Jack Mackenzie Gym** A Latin inspired dance fitness for parents and children! You do not need to know how to dance to do Zumba. It is all about fun, laughter, and feeling great! Moves are basic and easy to learn. Come have a dance party.