Saturdays-KIDS (Grades K – 7)

Students build skills in fingering, form, and proper bow technique, while learning the fundamentals of music theory including reading music. Students will work individually and collaboratively on exercises and song work building rhythm, timing, concentration, comprehension and coordination. This is an in-person class.

Saturdays

( Grades 3 - 5 )

11:45 am - 12:45 pm

Students learn how to read as well as play notes and chords. Students build rhythm, timing, coordination, memory and finger strength through a variety of music exercises and through playing classic and contemporary songs.

There is an additional fee for supplies

Saturdays

( Grades 5 - 7 )

11:45 am - 12:45 pm

Students learn the fundamental arms and feet positions, the proper terminology and the essential movements of ballet. Poise, balance, posture are also developed while students improve their coordination and grow confident as dancers. 

Saturdays

( Grades K - 3 )

10:30 am - 11:30 am

We will explore Japanese contemporary drawing styles to create anime characters of our own vision and design. Students will also learn basic animation techniques. Starting with basic drawing techniques, children will learn about and experience various mixed media and create their own characters and their own comic books.

There is an additional Fee for Supplies

Saturdays

( Grades 5 - 8 )

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Discover and explore the vibrant rhythms of West Africa in this fun and communal, hands-on drum class. You’ll learn basic techniques and call-and-response patterns, with the djembe, as you practice traditional songs in a shared group drumming experience. 

Saturdays

( Grades K - 3 )

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Taught by a professional a Chef, students learn culinary fundamentals from cooking methods, knife work, sauces, and properly reading and executing a recipe. Students will prepare and eat their own meals every session.

There is an additional fee for this class

Saturdays

( Grades 4 - 7 )

10:30 am - 11:30 am 

Beginning at age 6, ½ hour and 1 hour private lessons are available in:

Drum

Guitar

Piano

Voice

Private Lessons are available in 24-week sessions from October to May. Lessons are scheduled individually by Institute staff. Private lessons are not covered for financial aid.

A limited number of lessons are available in 12-week session from February to May.

(Ages 6 - Adult)

Please contact us to see what may be available.

Students learn the basics of music theory including the music alphabet, scales, and key signatures. Students also practice identifying keys, reading notes and build skills in rhythm and timing while learning to play a variety of songs.  

There is an additional fee for supplies

Saturdays

( Grades 4 - 7 )

10:30 am - 11:30 am

An improvisational acting class that gives students a chance to use their voices, bodies and imaginations to create characters and tell stories. Students work on pantomime, expressing emotion, exploring new topics socially and emotionally and creating dialogue while becoming more comfortable and confident in front of others. 

Saturdays

( Grades K - 3 )

11:45 am - 12:45 pm

Class time will be spent on exploring foundation techniques associated with jewelry making Students will learn how to design and create handmade jewelry. 

Saturdays

( Grades 5 - 8 )

11:45 am - 12:45 pm

Student will learn movement skills, discipline, self-control, practical karate skills and self-defense in a format that is both enjoyable and beneficial for children.

Saturdays

( Grades K - 3 )

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Learn how to draw and design your own fashions.

Saturdays

( Grades 5 - 8 )

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Students build skills in drawing, painting and other mixed media that may include collage and sculpture. Color theory, composition and other fundamentals of visual arts will be explored. 

There is an additional Fee for Supplies.

Saturdays

( Grades K - 3 )

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Fun and interactive activities and songs engage students in the movement and music. Students practice vocal technique including proper breathing, support and control to improve the quality and strength of their singing voices. By adding choreography, students learn how to use their bodies in combination with their voices to create a performance.

Saturdays

( Grades 3 - 6 )

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Little ones have fun with movement and dance. Students will participate in physical exercises that build coordination, balance, and agility. Students will also explore a range of dance styles and will learn basic choreography that will have them dancing everywhere they go. 

Saturdays

( Grades K - 2 )

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Students practice vocal technique including proper breathing, support and control to improve the quality and strength of their singing voices. The class in enhanced by incorporating student centered creative projects to build to a final performance.

Saturdays

( Grades K - 3 )

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

We will explore drawing styles to create characters and cartooning of their own vision and design. Students will also learn basic animation techniques. Starting with basic drawing techniques, children will learn about and experience various mixed media and create their own characters.

There is an additional Fee for Supplies.

Saturdays

( Grades 3 - 6 )

11:45 am - 12:45 pm 

Students will explore drawing styles to create characters of their own vision and design. Students will also learn basic animation techniques. Starting with basic drawing techniques, children will learn about and experience various mixed media and create their favorite characters and also their own. 

There is an additional Fee for Supplies.

Saturdays

( Grades 3 - 5 )

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Saturdays

( Grades 5 - 8 )

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Learning the aspects of movie making.

Saturdays

( Grades 5 - 8 )

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm