Supporting Student Success!

*Saturday classes for Karate II and Karate III only.

Registration forms are available at your site's Front office or email your enrichment site coordinator (reference email address listing below):

 

Bay Farm School:       BayFarmEnrichment@AlamedaEducation.org

 

Class Descriptions:

 

ART FOR KIDS PRESENTED BY THE JUNIOR CENTER OF ART & SCIENCE Students will experience a variety of art methods and materials in this fun, hand-on course. Projects include hand-made book art, cartooning, puppet making (K-2), marionettes (3-5) and paintings inspired by a renowned artist. Taught by Jenai Driscoll,BFA, professional artist and educator.   BERKELEY CHESS The Berkeley Chess School's chess programs are designed for beginning, intermediate and advanced students of all ages. They provide a rigorous training in chess while making the process fun, with skilled and engaging instructors and an eye toward personal growth   CAPOEIRA FOR KIDS BY LUCAS CORVO Taught by Mestre (Master) Lucas Corvo. Learn how to practice this amazing Brazilian martial art & dance form with all of its culture & music.  Mestre Lucas is very experienced & has worked extensively with children. Please note: Students must wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing to class. A uniform (shirt with logo and pants) may be purchased for $55 from the instructor separately. The uniform is not required but recommended.

CAPOEIRA FOR KIDS BY SAM BATCHELDER Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that incorporates elements of self defense, dance, music, and acrobatics. This class will focus on basic Capoeira movements, balance and coordination, and of course playing lots of Capoeira! No two classes are ever the same, and anyone can learn and have fun with Capoeira. Sam Batchelder has been teaching Capoeira to kids for over 3 years. He is a student of Mestre Marcelo Perreira, one of the first Capoeira mestres to bring Capoeira to the US.   CARIBBEAN STEEL DRUMS Developed on the island of Trinidad, steel drums are known for their sweet, melodic sound. You will learn to play different styles of music by combining rhythm skills with melody and harmony. There will be a presentation the last day of class.  Mark Rosenthal has been teaching Steel Pan at Jazz Camp West since 2002, co-directs and teaches at Cazadero Performing Arts Camp. KIDS TAKE THE STAGE  “SEUSSICAL JR.” Brought to life, all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie, and all of the Whos of Whoville! The score emerges as a Seussian Gumbo of musical styles, ranging from Latin to pop, swing

to gospel, and R&B to funk! So let your toes tap, your fingers snap, and you're imagination run wild for "Oh, the thinks you can think, When you think about Seuss!" STRIKE A CHORD ROCK GUITAR PROGRAM In the Strike a chord after school guitar class, students will learn the fundamentals of Rock guitar. The primary focus will be on chords and strumming, which will have you playing songs in no time. Over achievers may learn single note leads and riffs from Rock & Roll classics. Fun games and interactive activities will be a regular part of the daily curriculum. In addition, good quality, small sized guitars are provided for take home practice.   TAKE IT FOR MY WORD! A creative writing class using playful, thought-provoking writing activities and exciting platforms from which to leap into writing. So, if you love words, or if you are just getting to know them, please join us!Sondra Hall is a parent and has been in love with the written word since she was in elementary school. Her work includes poetry and essays and she is currently working on a memoir.