Important Info [Read Before Registering!] 

• Classes will have 9 or 10 sessions, starting the week of March 23 and ending the week of June 5, EXCEPT Beginner Choir, which starts March 17. 

• Vendor-led classes must have a chaperone to run. Parent chaperones make our classes successful by tracking attendance and helping our students when needed. All chaperones must be LWSD approved volunteers (a simple background check) and PTA members. Volunteer to be a chaperone for the entire session and your child can attend the class for free! Scroll below for classes with the green OPEN sign. How to sign up to chaperone: 
  1. 1. Make sure you are a PTA member and LWSD volunteer (both are easy to do)
     2. Register your child for the class
     3. E-mail afterschool@benrushpta.org for the class you’d like to chaperone and the name of your student. 
     4. A refund will be issued once registration is confirmed

CLASS REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY

• No refunds are allowed after the FIRST week of classes. If for whatever reason you need to cancel a class after the first class, you must email afterschool@benrushpta.org within the first week of class.

• No refunds for class cancellations due to unexpected school closures (i.e. weather). 

PTA MEMBER DISCOUNT

• PTA members who register early will get a $10 discount for each class. The prices listed below are for non-PTA members. PTA members should subtract $10.

Beginner Choir

Let your voice shine! 🎶 Our Primary Choir (K-2) is the perfect place for young singers to discover the joy of music.  We'll explore fun songs, learn basic vocal techniques, and build confidence, all while preparing for a spectacular end-of-year performance!  Join us and let's make some beautiful music together!

Hip Hop & Dance - By Dukane Studios

Get ready to groove and sweat! 💃🕺 Our Hip Hop Fitness and Dance class is the perfect way to get your heart pumping and learn some killer moves.  Whether you've got two left feet or are a dance floor pro, you'll have a blast learning the latest hip hop steps while getting a full-body workout.  It's fun, energetic, and a great way to boost your confidence and coordination.  So ditch the boring gym routine and join the hip hop party – sign up today and let's get this dance floor poppin'!

Basketball Development Practice (3-5) - By Backboard Basics 

At Backboard Basics, our Basketball Program provides practices for young athletes to develop their skills and build a strong fundamental base. We strive to create an environment of support and inclusivity, where both new and experienced players are encouraged to grow and sharpen their skills. We are dedicated to changing the culture of basketball and providing an exciting and fun learning experience for all! 

At Backboard Basics, our Basketball Program provides practices for young athletes to develop their skills and build a strong fundamental base. We strive to create an environment of support and inclusivity, where both new and experienced players are encouraged to grow and sharpen their skills. We are dedicated to changing the culture of basketball and providing an exciting and fun learning experience for all! 

Jump Rope & Rhythm Fitness - By Dukane Studios (TENTATIVE)

Get your kid's afternoon off to a great start with some music, jumping and fun! This is a high energy class and focuses on different stylized techniques, rhythm, and isolations. This class encourages students to engage in freestyle movement to help build style and confidence. Does your kid love sports? This class is a great addition to understanding coordination and agility that can help increase their sports performance too!

We bring the jump ropes, and your student keeps theirs at the end of the session!

COOLinary Cooking Club - By Sticky Fingers Cooking

It's THYME to TURNIP the BEET on what kids EAT! Our interactive classes make cooking fun and deliciously educational. Kids will enjoy tasty, healthy recipes while learning S.T.E.A.M., culture, language, geography and more! Led by experienced Chef Instructors, we ensure all allergies are accommodated, and recipes are always nut-free. Explore our weekly recipes and join us to WHIP up some culinary fun all year. Perfect for children of all ages!

ALL ALLERGIES ARE ACCOMMODATED and our recipes are always NUT FREE.

Parents who enroll kids in this class will receive a welcome email with a link to complete a waiver and access the recipes.

Ball Hockey - By McVander Hockey

No ice.  No skating.  Ball hockey is similar to ice hockey, but players wear tennis shoes and play on a hard surface using a ball instead of a puck.  It is a super-fun, fast-paced, team-oriented sport that emphasizes strategy, speed, and agility.  Your student will have a blast!

No experience required!  Through exciting games & challenges and friendly scrimmages, players develop confidence, coordination, and teamwork skills.  Our experienced coaches will guide them every step of the way, starting with basic hockey fundamentals like stickhandling, passing, shooting, and positioning.  We will make sure they learn the game of hockey the right way, in a supportive and fun environment.

Every student goes home with a McVander Hockey t-shirt and wristband.  See what we are all about at:   www.McVanderHockey.com.

Intro to Soccer - w/ Ms. Cox & Ms. Lunbeck

A fun and engaging beginner's soccer class introducing basic skills. Please join us for an exciting after-school soccer class where kids will learn the fundamentals of the game in a fun and supportive environment! This class focuses on essential skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through engaging drills and small-sided games. Whether your child is new to soccer or looking to build confidence on the field, this is a great opportunity to develop coordination, sportsmanship, and a love for the game.

Our Chess Club (K-5) is the perfect place to discover the fun of this classic game or hone your skills and conquer the board! Whether you're looking to learn the basics, work on advanced techniques, or just enjoy some friendly competition, this club is your next move. We'll teach you the rules, strategies, and how to think ahead, so you can start playing like a pro. Join us and make your first move towards chess mastery! Students will be divided based on experience, so we encourage students of all levels to join us. 

Want to learn how to play the world’s fastest racket sport? Join Mr. Wilson and Mr. Overland as students learn how to serve, clear, drop, and smash. Additionally, students will learn sportsmanship, common badminton etiquette, and how to keep score. The class ends with a fun tournament!