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ART/Comics/Nic Koning
Imaginative students will enjoy inventing characters and stories. They will practice different styles of cartoon drawing and develop their personal voice. All levels of experience are welcome. Every class session includes time to practice new ideas and develop a final project. -
Advanced Karate / Ken Wa Kids
Students must have taken a previous session of Karate in order to enroll in this class. Kenwa kids empowers children with awareness, self-control, respect, focus and a comprehensive physical education in an atmosphere of enthusiasm and cooperation. The program was designed by Sensei Michelle Gay, CMA, RSME/T a 4th degree black belt, 2-time World Champion, Certified Movement Analyst, and author of Brain Breaks for the Classroom - published by Scholastic Teaching Resources -
Arts & Crafts with Alexus
Various arts & crafts activities for K-2nd grade students.Thu, Sep 17 - Feb 11 20272:45 - 4:15 PMPS 11, The Sarah J. Garnet School, ChelseaGrades K - 2ndView more infoWaitlist -
Ballet / Iren Kamyshev
Join our enchanting ballet class led by an experienced professional dancer and choreographer, Iren Kamyshev, with 10 years of teaching expertise. Discover the joy of dance as we combine foundational ballet technique with imaginative playfulness. From graceful movements to twirls and leaps, students will explore the joy of dance while developing coordination, balance, and flexibility. Through creative exercises and interactive activities, we foster self-expression, boost self-confidence, and encourage teamwork. Join us for a delightful journey of discovery, where every step is a celebration of creativity, friendship, and the joy of dance! Enroll now and let the magic of ballet inspire you! -
Crafty Creations
Various arts & crafts activities for 3rd-5th grade students. -
Farm-to-Table Cooking / Debbie Osborne
This class inspires students to discover good nutrition through cooking with seasonal fruits and vegetables. Students will learns about different foods, how they are grown and how to choose healthy foods that are good for their bodies. We promote the importance of healthy eating and inspire students to become food advocates for themselves and their community. Students will develop the skills to prepare simple, healthy meals and share it together at the end. The class will culminate in a dinner party for families. This class may be held in the School Kitchen and will run from 2:45-5:00. The cost of this 2 hour class is $42/week.Thu, Sep 17 - Feb 11 20272:45 - 5:00 PMPS 11, The Sarah J. Garnet School, ChelseaGrades 4th - 5thView more infoWaitlist -
French / Tribeca Language
Our native French instructors use interactive, engaging learning materials and include fun songs, games, and activities like arts & crafts, and puppets, to make language learning an enjoyable and entertaining experience for all students. The class will be limited to 6 students, to ensure a catered approach and active participation of every student. This is a premium class, $37.50/week.Thu, Sep 17 - Feb 11 20272:45 - 4:15 PMPS 11, The Sarah J. Garnet School, ChelseaGrades K - 5thView more infoWaitlist -
Hip Hop / Devynn Brooks
In this high-energy after-school class, students start with a warm-up to prevent injury and get their bodies ready to move. They learn how to count music and understand rhythm, then break down hip-hop dance moves—sometimes traveling across the floor to build coordination. Then on to learning choreography to various songs, preparing for exciting performances! Each session ends with a freestyle session to utilize what moves were learnt and/or to find their own movement and just DANCE. -
Let's Play!
Structured and unstructured time to play a variety of sports and games - both physical and non-physical (cards, board games, brain games.). The focus will be on team sports and games that foster cooperation, competition, following rules, being a team player and a good sport. For little ones, this is a great opportunity to learn and develop social skills. -
Little Rookies Baseball/Youth Athletes United
At Little Rookies, we believe in the power of baseball to positively impact children and support their physical and personal development. Beyond establishing a foundation for proper baseball techniques, our youth baseball program is designed to help children build self-confidence, embrace teamwork, develop sportsmanship and learn the importance of physical activity, all while having fun! We set out to create a better youth baseball program that empowers child development, shapes future athletes, and brings baseball to young children across the country.Thu, Sep 17 - Feb 11 20272:45 - 4:15 PMPS 11, The Sarah J. Garnet School, ChelseaGrades K - 2ndView more infoWaitlist -
MakerState FabLab
Fab Lab is non-stop, hands-on FUNdamentals in physics, chemistry, and computer programming to build a lifelong love of science! We’re creating glow in the dark slime, turning milk into plastic, creating electricity with fruit, writing secret messages with invisible ink, creating tiny volcanos, miniature explosions, water that glows in the dark, super bouncing balls, fireworks in a cup, Archimedes screwballs, rainbow rain, Galileo-inspired periscopes and kaleidoscopes, gumdrop molecules, gravity-defying beads, and elephant toothpaste! We’ll learn how to prototype and code our contraptions with the Lego Boost robot, making anything from an off road buggy to ball shooting battle bots or a music sequencer to record your raps, beats, and loops. Every day brings a new challenge from an unsung legend of science like Mary Jackson, NASA’s first female African American engineer, Jane Goodal, champion of animal protection, Ada Lovelace, mother of the computer, and Sabrina Gonzales, the youngest person in the world to build and pilot their own aircraft. Step into the Fab Lab! This is a premium class and costs $40.00 per class -
Mindful Capoiera / Afro Brazilian Arts
Capoeira, a dance developed by Africans brought to Brazil as slaves over 400 years ago, incorporates the speed and agility of martial arts, dancing and acrobatics and teaches a philosophy of resolving conflict without the use of force. Each class focuses on creating a supportive and safe space for learning. Our mission is to inspire FLC - fitness, leadership, and community. Our method works by developing FDR - focus, discipline, and respect. All lessons begin when students show FDR, focus on the teacher or leader, discipline to stay with the lesson, and respect for themselves, for each other and for the teacher. Students learn capoeira's basic moves, sequences with a partner, and how to play the "game" of capoeira; we never say fight or spar. There is no contact in our capoeira lessons except to shake hands with our partners. In a year long program, students will learn 10 capoeira movements, sequences with a partner, 5 songs in Portuguese, basic capoeira rhythm on instruments, and about capoeira's context in the history in Brazil. In addition, students gain confidence in their physical abilities and develop learning and life skills to achieve success in school and in other areas of their lives. -
Move & Groove
Dance & movement - High-energy fun that builds gross motor skills, coordination, balance, and confidence through music, creative movement, games, and themed activities, often incorporating social-emotional learning and imaginative play to foster a positive attitude towards health and exercise. -
Music Jam/ Michael Messer
In this class students will work together as a band/ensemble using a variety of instruments and children’s songs from around the world to explore music from a wide variety of styles and cultures. Imagine everything from Bossa Nova to Indian Ragas, from Calypso to Funk! -
Re-Fashionistas / Denise Anderson
For both boys and girls alike - learn to re-fashion common, every day items into exciting new things! Ever want to make something (like clothes or toys) completely out of duct tape? Or perhaps learn to craft your own stuffed animals or create original outfits to wear? If so, re-fashionistas is for you! We'll up-cycle (recycling an item into a whole new, better creation) all sorts of things into brand new, original works of usable/wearable art. Examples include creating puppets, toys and stuffed animals, making wallets, containers and bags and up-designing our own shoes, hats, jewelry, clothing and more all from recycled and repurposed goods. All projects offer customization for both boys' and girls' interests and no prior sewing or crafting experience is required. -
Running Club / George Sewell & Aaron Saldana
Get ready for spring Track & Field. Building endurance and devlope some strategies for running not only for the track meet but to develop better health & fitness. This class will take place off site in the neighborhood athletic fields. -
Skateboarding at PS 11/ Louie Luiz (intermediate/advanced)
This is not a beginner skateboard class. This class is open to 3rd-5th graders with prior skateboarding experience, preferably with Louie. All students must have their own board, pads and helmet. Please email us with any questions about equipment or if you are unable to purchase the equipment. Louie has been a professional skateboarder sponsored by numerous companies for the past 12 years. He has been teaching children and adults how to skateboard for over 15 years. Louie has taught at renowned private schools, and sports camps across the tri-state area. This is a premium class and costs $55 per week. -
Sports & Games
Structured and unstructured time to play a variety of sports and games - both physical and non-physical (cards, board games, brain games.). The focus will be on team sports and games that foster cooperation, competition, following rules, being a team player and a good sport. -
Stop Motion Animation/MakeInspires
Dive into the captivating realm of Stop Motion Animation, the art behind beloved movies such as Wallace and Gromit and the inspiration for The LEGO Movie! Learn the magic of bringing still images to life by subtly moving objects between each photo, crafting mesmerizing movies. Starting with storyboards that guide their scene compositions, filmmakers utilizeEGO and a variety of objects to weave original tales through stop motion. This process not only cultivates creativity but also hones patience and problem-solving skills. This is a premium class, $35/week.Thu, Sep 17 - Feb 11 20272:45 - 4:15 PMPS 11, The Sarah J. Garnet School, ChelseaGrades 3rd - 5thView more infoWaitlist -
Strategy Game Specialists/Hex & Co.
In partner ship with Hex & Co, this board game curriculum promotes various stages of early cognitive growth through structured play. Our spiral curriculum progressively builds on skills in math, language, and critical thinking, ensuring students are equally challenged and engaged across the board. Strategy Specialists introduces advanced games that require multi-step planning, risk and reward analysis, and adaptation to changing situations. The program provides a structured space where students can challenge themselves intellectually, build resilience, and engage with peers through negotiation and leadership. -
Swim Team/Advanced Swimming (by invitation only)/Enes Mernica, Mark Vazquez
This is an advanced level swim class and is open to students by invitation only. Students should expect to swim laps and practice and learn swim strokes. This is NOT a free swim class.Children are expected to bring bathing suits and towels to swimming every week. The child’s name should be on all items. BATHING CAPS are required for boys & girls with hair below their ears. After an initial evaluation, some students may be asked to change to a higher or lower level swim class. If a child is sick or unable to swim, families must provide a written note to the afterschool staff. Accommodations in another class are not guaranteed and students who do not swim are NOT allowed in the pool area. Students may only sign up for 1 swim class per week. If there is availability after registration, another swim class can be added. -
TADA! Rising Stars
TADA! RISING STARS: Explore. Rehearse. Perform! Creativity takes center stage! In this fast-paced, active environment, students will co-create an original mini-musical as an ensemble. It’s the perfect blend of musical theater training, storytelling, and fun theater games to keep their young minds engaged all semester long! -
Tap Dance / Jessee Robinson
Tap with Susan Hebach's NY Tap Dance Central focuses on learning and exploring the art of tap dance. The goal is to provide students with a well rounded experience by developing strong technique skills, understanding how to listen and work with music and strengthening basic musical skills, cultivating creative skills, learning historical choreography and listening and dancing to a variety of music. All students need a pair of tap shoes to participate in this after school class. We will have a moderate selection of tap shoes are available for temporary use during class but it is recommended that families purchase shoes to fit their child. -
Tennis / Advantage Quickstart Tennis
Advantage Quickstart Tennis Now kids’ tennis is easier and more fun! Advantage Tennis Club’s Quickstart Tennis program is designed exclusively for students ages 4 and up, no experience needed. Children play with age and size-appropriate racquets on smaller courts using special slow-bouncing balls. They learn from experienced professionals through non-competitive drills, games and instructional tennis basics and fundamentals. This is a premium class and costs $45 per class.
