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CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

P-REC CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

Registration is at the P-REC, which is located at 10559 Trails End, Parkland 33076. For more information, call (954) 757-4105 or visit www.cityofparkland.org/prec.

• LIL SLUGGERS: Lil sluggers classes develop fundamental t-ball skills such as hitting, throwing, and catching. In addition, general fitness and motor skills such as running, balancing, and jumping are also emphasized. For older classes, game situations and small-sided scrimmages are introduced so that children become comfortable playing in recreational and competitive leagues.

• BABY AND TODDLER YOGA: Come stretch, unwind, and meet other parents, all while nurturing your connection with your child! The class will focus on children’s language development, body awareness, strengthening gross and fine motor skills, bonding with caregiver, and primarily having fun!

• SNAPOLOGY ROBOTICS: Children are meant to learn through play. Snapology engages children ages 5-14 using LEGO bricks, K’NEX and technology. While kids are having fun with familiar toys, laptops and iPads, Snapology sneaks in the educational concepts.

• PAINTING WITH LEI: Boost confidence and develop critical thinking skills through different art techniques like drawing, sketching, illustration, painting, mixed media, and more! Painting With Lei is a concept that combines critical thinking, real-world applications and traditional art techniques.

• HOBBY QUEST: Hobby Quest is a STEAM based program that offers many hands-on educational programs for ages 5-14 years old. Hobby Quest offers Fashion Design, Aviation and Magic classes.

• ROBLOX – GAME DESIGN: Roblox coding courses provide the perfect way to learn programming, 3D modeling & gaming design with Roblox Studio. Learners make amazing professional quality games that they can play with friends and family.

• CONFIDENCE & CREATIVITY: Confidence & Creativity is a unique program designed to boost your child’s self-esteem, deepen their sense of community, and help them explore creative outlets that will last a lifetime.

• MINDFUL MEDITATION: This program will help your child in building a strong foundation in: Self Awareness & Mindfulness, Meditation & Relaxation, Breath Work for Self-Regulation, Character Building, and Focus & Concentration.

• AZARIAH MAY ACADEMY: Being bullied at school? Going away for college? Learn awareness strategies and basic effective techniques that can be used under stress to keep yourself safe when nobody else is around to protect you. *Class t-shirt included for all newly registered students.

• KIDOKINETICS: Kidokinetics is inspiring even the youngest of athletes to get up, get moving and get in the game. Your child will learn and practice a different sport each week. From lacrosse to golf, your child will play it all. Each Kidokinetics class takes place on Thursdays. Kido Kinetics Jr. is at 10:00AM, Kidokinetics is at 4:15PM, and Sportkinetics is at 5:15PM.

• GIRL POWER: Together we will build self-confidence, gain body confidence, learn healthy habits, and explore fitness & yoga. Also, make new friends while learning how to build each other up --Girl Power!

• KID AROUND MOMMY & ME: We offer music & movement, arts & crafts, fine & gross motor activities, and sensory & STEM activities. For preschoolers we add preschool standards (numbers, letters, and shapes).

• KIDPRENEURS: Is your child a fashionista, creative writer, illustrator, or just a boss? Come learn skills to foster through learning how to teamwork, and market in product development.

• GRIT NINJA: Action packed ninja warrior obstacle-based classes which will include beat that wall, floor lava, and much more ninja activities.

• AUGMENTED VIRTUAL REALITY: In this course students explore the creation of virtual tours, storytelling, games and simulations. The beauty of this approach is that it allows for creativity and coding in multiple dimensions (3D, voiceover, music, video etc.) There is no limit to what one can create!

• BABY AND FAMILY YOGA: Focuses on parent interaction with their newborn through singing, play, lots of physical touch. Families are invited to explore the art of movement and stretch through yoga! Registration is at the P-REC, which is located at 10559 Trails End, Parkland. For more information, please call (954) 757-4105 or visit www.cityofparkland.org/prec

Kidstrong

KidStrong is a child development training center focused on brain, physical & character development for ages walking through 11 years old. KidStrong offers a science-based curriculum that is parent-focused and taught by professionals. KidStrong’s curriculum is based on the latest in developmental science and leverages experts in the fields of pediatric occupational therapy, child development, sports physiology, and physical education. Call us today for more information. (954) 332-6133. 8180 Wiles Rd, Coral Springs 33067. www.kidstrong.com/locations/coral-springs.

NSBABIES

Next Stop Broadway is offering a unique and exciting class that will be sure to keep YOU and YOUR baby engaged with dancing, singing, and acting through storytelling and performance! This nonstop, fun-filled caregiver and me time allows you to bond through play with your little one. Class includes interactive play between baby & caregiver led by our class instructors, Follow-along dances, Instrument introductions, Structured group play & storytelling. Classes will culminate the final week of April 2023 with a family celebration for all participants. For more information please call (954)344-5991 www.TheCenterCS.com/ NSB. 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065.

Coding

THE CODER SCHOOL

Coding and Robotics program for kids Ages 5-18. Game development, website building, robotics, AI and everything technology with a concentration on building logic, math and problem solving. The Coder School combines a super-small teaching ratio with an individualized immersion style to get your kids learning to code in no time! We don’t believe in kids being taught by software, and we don’t like one-sizefits-all curriculum. Instead, we focus on a mentor relationship with experienced coders, Code Coaches who can guide our students through their amazing technical journey. Find out more today! Located in Coral Springs! (954) 281-5588. Visit Coralsprings.theCoderschool.com.

Parents Night Out, Camps and Birthday Parties available!

CODING @ P-REC

Coding offers both an introductory and advanced coding class. Kids will have a blast building cool and fun games in Scratch, all while establishing basic or advanced coding concepts. At the end of the session, kids would have built a game that friends and family can all play. Registration is at the P-REC, which is located at 10559 Trails End, Parkland. Call (954) 757-4105 or visit www.cityofparkland.org/prec.

Game Builder Coding

Coding offers both an introductory and advanced coding class. Kids will have a blast building cool and fun games in Scratch, all while establishing basic or advanced coding concepts. At the end of the session, kids would have built a game that friends and family can all play. Registration is at the P-REC, which is located at 10559 Trails End, Parkland. For more information, please call (954) 757-4105 or visit www.cityofparkland.org/prec.