Children’s Programs

FUN THEMED WORKSHOPS

Join Us For These Exciting Programs!

LEGO MANIA Age: 8 to 11 years Location: SARC

Learn through play in this LEGO enrichment workshop. Participants will have a chance to express their creativity with LEGO building blocks. Get ready to create your very own LEGO masterpiece.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Tue Oct 4 6:00pm – 7:00pm $12.00/1 25877

HALLOWEEN CRAFTY KIDS PARTY Age: 6 to 8 years Location: SARC

Scare up some fun with this one-day Halloween program. Your costumed child will participate in some creepy crafts, songs, games and dancing. Join us if you dare for some Halloween scares.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Thu Oct 27 6:30pm – 7:30pm $12.00/1 25878

ALL THE SPORTS Age: 7 to 12 years New!

Location: TBC

With the emphasis on fun and being active, your child will work on some skill building, teamwork and game play. A variety of multi-sport activities such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, fitness and running games will be introduced each week.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Wed Sept 28 7:00pm – 8:00pm $112.00/10 25776

Fri Sept 30 6:00pm – 7:00pm $112.00/10 25777 AURORA BARBARIANS – LEARN TO RUGBY Age: 7 to 10 years New!

Location: Aurora Sports Dome

Completely safe with zero contact to introduce you to the game of rugby. These sessions will be geared towards body movements, with lots of games including running, evasion skills, change of direction/ pace and ball movement. T-shirt included. *No class on: Oct 10, 31

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Mon Oct 3 5:00pm – 6:00pm $40.00/8 25798* AURORA BARBARIANS – LEARN TO RUGBY Age: 11 to 14 years New!

Location: Aurora Sports Dome

This non-contact session is geared towards learning how to play to touch/flag rugby through mini/modified games. These sessions will be filled with fun challenges, while learning how to play rugby. T-shirt included.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Wed Oct 5 5:00pm – 6:00pm $40.00/8 25799

BADMINTON Age: 6 to 10 years Location: *AFLC ^TBC

Stay active with this exciting introductory program. This program will allow your child to learn how to play badminton, develop skills and become familiar with important technique.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Fri Sept 30 6:00pm – 7:00pm $117.00/10 25746^

Sun Oct 2 2:30pm – 3:30pm $117.00/10 25775*

BASKETBALL BASICS Age: 7 to 12 years Location: TBC

This engaging co-ed program introduces young players to the game of basketball. Fun and fundamentals are the focus of this program which will include dribbling, shooting, passing, skills, drills and learning the rules of the games.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Tue Sept 27 6:00pm – 7:00pm $112.00/10 25778

BASKETBALL BASICS JR & SR Age: See below Location: See below

This engaging co-ed program introduces young players to the game of basketball. Fun and fundamentals are the focus of this program which will include dribbling, shooting, passing, skills, drills and learning the rules of the games.

Age: JR – 6 to 9 years Location: AFLC

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Fri Sept 30 5:00pm – 6:00pm $112.00/10 25747

Age: SR – 10 to 12 years Location: TBC

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Wed Sept 28 6:00pm – 7:00pm $112.00/10 25748

DANCE – BALLET Age: 6 to 10 years Location: ACC

Learn how to spin, twirl and point your toes. Each class will consist of learning the basics of ballet while having fun. Introduce your child to the joys of dance through this introductory program.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Sat Oct 1 11:00am – 12:00pm $143.00/10 25749

DANCE – JAZZICAL Age: 6 to 10 years Location: ACC

Your dancer will enjoy learning how to jump, groove and lip-sync to the music. Each class will consist of learning the basics of jazz and musical theatre. Join the fun and let your dancer develop their confidence and creatively express themselves.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Wed Sept 28 6:45pm – 7:30pm $143.00/10 25750

EMPOWERMENT THROUGH SPORT Age: 8 to 11 years Location: AFLC

This program is focused on providing empowerment through sport and social opportunities for female and female identifying individuals. Participants will learn game skills, develop confidence and build strong relationships. Sports include basketball, volleyball, badminton, floor hockey and more. Each week will feature a different sport and one hour of court time that focuses on individual skill development and learning basic competencies in a fun, interactive environment. The remainder of each session will incorporate fun activities and games. No experience is necessary. *No class on: Oct 10, 31

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Mon Sept 26 4:30pm – 6:00pm $139.00/8 25779*

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS – JR ROBOTICS & CIVIL ENGINEERING Age: 4 to 7 years Location: Aurora Town Square

Explore civil engineering concepts such as building, design and construction by investigating skyscrapers, bridges, roads and tunnels through project-based activities. Then, create and operate your own robot using LEGO® robotics and a computer to understand how robots work, and practice programming skills to control their movements.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Sat Oct 15 4:00pm – 5:00pm $196.00/8 25758

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS – MISSION TO MARS: ROBOTICS & ORBITERS AND LANDERS Age: 8 to 12 years Location: Aurora Town Square

Students will learn all about NASA’s robotic Missions to Mars. In addition to the important role robots play in advancing our understanding of the Red Planet and paving the way for human exploration. We will also examine the anatomy of various orbiters and landers, in order to gain a deeper understanding of how they assist in the work of NASA’s scientists and engineers.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Sat Oct 15 5:30pm – 6:30pm $196.00/8 25808

FILM IN A BOX – FILM MAKING WORKSHOP Age: 9 to 13 years Location: AFLC

Action, adventure, comedy and suspense await you. Using our equipment and under the guidance of a master filmmaker, young filmmakers learn how to storyboard, develop a script, create camera angles, edit, add special effects, music and titles. The result will be a blockbuster to enjoy on the big screen with family and friends. We supply all of the equipment, including MacBooks, HD cameras, tripods, boom mikes and even a green screen. Movies can be streamed on our private portal following the completion of the workshop.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Sat Nov 26 9:00am – 3:00pm $83.00/1 25801

FILM IN A BOX – STOP MOTION LEGO & CLAY Age: 7 to 13 years Location: AFLC

Bring your LEGO, action figures, toys and clay to life. Using our equipment, your props and under the guidance of a master filmmaker, young filmmakers learn how to storyboard, develop a script, create camera angles, edit, add special effects, music and titles. The result will be a stop motion blockbuster to enjoy on the big screen with family and friends. We supply all of the equipment, including MacBooks, HD cameras, art supplies and clay. Movies can be streamed on our private portal following the completion of the workshop.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Sat Sept 24 9:00am – 3:00pm $83.00/1 25800

Sat Dec 3 9:00am – 3:00pm $83.00/1 25753

FIT AND FUN Age: 8 to 12 years Location: Aurora High School New! This program will focus on creating an environment to make fitness fun. Helping participants develop skills that will actively challenge their abilities and increase their health, while mixing in fun, play, games and activities. The goal is to integrate and create a passion for exercise. *No class on: Oct 10, 31

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Mon Sept 26 6:00pm – 6:45pm $112.00/10 25781* INTRO TO SOCCER Age: 6 to 10 years New!

Location: Aurora High School

This Intro to Soccer program will provide players with the basic skills, drills, rules and opportunity to develop as a player. Participants will enjoy a warm-up, new skills, practice opportunities and a scrimmage game at the end of each class. Participants will be dribbling and scoring in no time. *No class on: Oct 10, 31

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Mon Sept 26 6:00pm – 6:45pm $112.00/10 25782*

AGE REQUIREMENTS For most Children’s programs, participants must be the minimum age by the first day of the program.

JUNIOR BAKER Age: 7 to 12 years New!

Location: AFLC

This hands-on introductory baking class will provide children with an opportunity to experience the joys of baking while having fun and even being a little messy. Each session provides new recipes. Participants should bring a container to take an extra delicious treat home. Please specify any food allergies or restrictions on your registration form.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Sat Oct 1 11:00am – 12:30pm $144.00/6 25783 JUNIOR CHEF Age: 7 to 12 years New!

Location: AFLC

This hands-on introductory cooking class will provide children with an opportunity to experience the joys of cooking while having fun and even being a little messy. Each session provides new recipes. Participants should bring a container to take an extra delicious treat home. Please specify any food allergies or restrictions on your registration form. *No class on: Oct 10, 31

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Mon Oct 3 6:00pm – 7:30pm $144.00/6 25784*

Sat Oct 1 9:00am – 10:30am $144.00/6 25785

JUNIOR GIRLS GOT GAME BASKETBALL SKILL

DEVELOPMENT EMPOWERMENT THROUGH SPORT Age: 4 to 7 years Location: Dr. G. W. Williams Secondary School New! This program is focused on introducing girls to the game of basketball, while building self confidence through sport. The emphasis will be on developing fundamental movement and basketball skills in a fun, interactive environment. Participants will learn these skills through the use of a variety of activities and games. The program will also have older female athletes as coaches, providing positive role modeling for the younger participants. Note: This is for GIRLS ONLY and no experience is necessary.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Wed Sept 28 6:00pm – 6:45pm $97.50/10 25896

KIDS GREAT MINDS – CARTOON COMPUTER ANIMATION Age: 6 to 10 years Location: AFLC

Dive into STEAM with computer animation technology. This program will enhance your child’s creativity and bring their inspiring stories to life, while encouraging them to share and inspire others. They will work in a guided, computerized environment and explore their own self-expression to animate story lines they create. Participants will learn story-boarding, create short computer animated cartoons, television shows or movies, and develop logical thinking skills.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Wed Sept 28 6:00pm – 7:00pm $180.00/8 25755

KIDS GREAT MINDS – COMPUTER ANIMATION Age: 10 to 13 years Location: AFLC

Make your avatar and see it come to life. Introducing the world’s easiest animation course, designed to have your drawings up and moving in minutes. This course is designed to encourage the artist in everyone. The program’s simple to use tools, engaging design and multiple levels offer a fun, rewarding experience providing the novice animator the tools to create with confidence. It will let you design animations, movies and presentations, while learning the 12 principles of animation.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Wed Sept 28 7:15pm – 8:45pm $282.00/8 25802

KIDS GREAT MINDS – JR GAMES AND ANIMATIONS PROGRAMMING Age: 5 to 8 years Location: AFLC

Young children will learn beginner coding, allowing them to make their own characters come to life by programming them to move, jump, dance, sing and more. Children will learn problem-solving, numeracy and literacy while still having fun. Children aren’t just learning to code, they are coding to learn. An Apple or Android tablet is required for this program.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Wed Sept 28 4:45pm – 5:45pm $180.00/8 25754

KIDS ON THE MOVE Age: 6 to 10 years Location: ACC

Join us for an hour of games, exercising, movement activities and more. Participants will be introduced to a variety of equipment and challenges that will get their bodies moving and keep them healthy and strong. *No class on: Oct 10

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Mon Sept 26 6:30pm – 7:30pm $50.00/4 25751* KIND & CONFIDENT – YOUNG YOGI’S Age: 6 to 8 years New!

Location: Aurora Town Square

Our Young Yogis will engage in a calming weekly program that deepens a mind body soul connection. This program includes children’s yoga, mindful crafting, breathing activities and more.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Tue Sept 27 6:00pm – 7:00pm $200.00/10 25791

Sat Oct 1 10:30am – 11:30am $200.00/10 25792

MAD SCIENCE – IMAGINATION INVESTIGATION Age: 6 to 12 years Location: AFLC

In this detective science class, participants will explore the amazing world of insects, learning how these fascinating creatures live. Each child will construct a propeller-driven race car, as they learn about the power of mighty machines. We raise the curtain on the mysteries of movie making and special effects. Students will explore the wild world of weather, investigating the power of wind, thunder, lightning and make an ultraviolet light-sensitive keychain.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Tue Sept 27 6:00pm – 7:00pm $165.00/8 25803

OLYMPIA Age: 8 to 12 years Location: AFLC

Stay active with this exciting multi-sport program. Olympia will allow your child play a variety of sports in a non-competitive environment. Concentrate on developing skills, playing with peers, and becoming familiar with important technique.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Sun Oct 2 3:45pm – 4:45pm $117.00/10 25780

PLAYBALL – BALL HOCKEY Age: 6 1/2 to 8 years Location: ACC

Learn and practice your skills in a fun and non-pressured way. Learn the rules, develop more confidence, learn teamwork and practice strategies like attack and defense. All lessons remain fun-filled and non-competitive. Each child’s needs are taken into consideration. This program is a great way for participants of all abilities to be part of the team.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Thu Sept 29 5:30pm – 6:30pm $158.00/9 25804

RUNNING CLUB Age: 7 to 12 years Location: AFLC

This community based running club is for children who want to learn new skills and have fun running with others. It is a non-competitive program. All fitness levels are welcome. Simply do your best and compete against your own time. Learn to build endurance, practice proper running form, pacing, injury prevention and nutrition. Each week you will meet at the AFLC Lobby, but we will be running on trails at Lambert Willson Park. *No class on: Oct 10

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

M/W Sept 26 4:45pm – 5:30pm $60.00/6 25752*

STARRY PARADISE – FUTURE ARTIST Age: 7 to 12 years Location: Aurora Town Square

Children will learn drawing and art skills in sketching through lines, shapes and shading. Children will be proud of their artwork and build their artistic knowledge to better present their future projects in this learning journey. Please have sketchbook/paper, pencil, eraser, Sharpie, colouring materials (for example – crayons, markers, oil pastels) ready before class.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Fri Oct 7 7:00pm – 8:00pm $114.00/4 25756

STARRY PARADISE – MANDARIN BEGINNERS Age: 7 to 12 years Location: Aurora Town Square

This program introduces children to aspects of the Chinese culture. Children will learn to speak, read and communicate in Mandarin. Children will build their Mandarin vocabulary, as well as communication skills through interactive exercises, worksheets, stories and more. Please have pencil and paper ready before class.

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Sat Oct 1 7:00pm – 8:00pm $86.00/4 25810

YORK STARS RYTHMIC GYMNASTICS Age: 5 to 6 years Location: York Stars Rythmic Gymnastics 189 Earl Stewart Dr, Aurora, Units 1 & 2

Rhythmic Gymnastics by York Stars is a great program to help children learn acrobatics, hand-eye coordination with apparatus like balls, hoops, ropes and ribbons and improve their flexibility. At the end of the program, kids will perform a dance to showcase their learned skills. *No class on: Oct 10, 31

DAY DATE TIME FEE/CLASS CODE

Mon Sept 26 6:00pm – 7:30pm $375.00/10 25806*

Sun Oct 2 9:00am – 10:30am $375.00/10 25807