2101 E. River Road | Tucson, AZ 85718
Phone: 520-209-7551 | Fax: 520-209-7575
Office Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
CARE: 520-209-7549
Travis Kolter
Director
Manzanita
SITE LEAD: Ashley Glaser 209-7814
Second Quarter Enrichment Classes offered online and in person.Classes are held October 18-December 17, unless noted.Registration Opens Thursday October 7, 2021.
Early Release Classes Wednesdays 1:30-3:00October 20th, November 17th, December 1st, 8th and 15thNO EARLY RELEASE CLASS 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/24 Capoeira Mandinga Grades 1-5 Fee: $75 Learn the flowing, beautiful Afro-Brazilian martial art Capoeira with Capoeira Mandinga Tucson. Students will learn kicks, escapes, and fluid moves that build mind and body strength, flexibility, and agility. Students also learn music that drives the energy of the Capoeira game. Capoeira increases balance, creativity, and confidence. Teachers Anne Pollack and Aidan Miller-Wells were honored with a 2019 Southwest Folklife Alliance Award. Aidan has trained capoeira over 12 years. Anne is the only master of Capoeira and Afro-Brazilian arts in the State of Arizona. Crazy Critters Grades K-5 Fee: $95 Get up close with, and learn all about a new group of animals this quarter when Tucson Petting Zoo brings tortoises, rabbits, birds, bugs, etc. Take part in crafts and activities related to learning about these fascinating creatures! Skyhawk - Ninja Warrior K-2 Grades K-2 Fee: $125 AGILITY/CROSSFIT/NINJA CLASSES! Skyhawks Sports Academy teaches young athletes the essential skills needed to perform a multitude of exercises. Each student learns proper body positioning, hand/arm/leg movements and jumping techniques. We offer children a positive sports experience while promoting a healthy, active lifestyle. TGA Golf Grades K-5 Fee: $146 Tee it up with Teach, Grow, Achieve (TGA), a national after-school sports enrichment program. TGA's five-level program brings the golf course to you. Have fun learning the techniques of golf! Great for beginners as well as experienced golfers. YoYos & Skill Games Grades 2-5 Fee: $107 Join Mr. Jess as he teaches the art of yo-yo and other skill toys including Jacks and Marbles! First time students will receive their very own high-quality Proyo yo-yo that they will build. They will also learn all safety and maintenance related information as well as some pretty cool yo-yo tricks! Returning students will receive another more advanced yo-yo for each quarter they return. |
ENRICHMENT OFFERINGS
After School 3:00-4:30pm unless noted
Art Naturally - Perfect Pets - Mondays Grades: 1-5 Fee: $200
Art Naturally enrichment classes are for the curiously creative child. This session we will discover the art and natural history of pets. Dogs were first domesticated by humans 30,000 years ago. Then came horses, cats, birds and rats…. Art lessons include a variety of materials including acrylic paints, watercolors, clay, oil pastels and more.
Basketball Skills w/Mr. Remy - Mondays Grades K-5 3:00 - 4:00pm Fee: $90
Learn how to dribble, pass and shoot with Mr. Remy! You will learn the basic rules of basketball and how to work together as a team all while practicing sportsmanship.
Arte Bella - Thursdays Grades K-5 Fee: $120
We love to give the opportunity to students of all ages to get creative and bring out their inner artist! In Arte Bella we will teach you step by step techniques to grow as an artist and to create a masterpiece each week. You will even learn how to do POUR PAINTING!
Dramatic Exploration with Drama Kids - Tuesdays Grades K-5 Fee: $140
Students will harness the power of their imaginations as they explore many facets of drama, including improv, scene building, storytelling, and creative movement. They will develop valuable skills like collaboration, public speaking, self-confidence, and the ability to think quickly and creatively; that will help them both on and off the stage.
Intramural - TGA Flag Football - Tuesdays Grades 3-5 Fee: $234
Kick it off with this modified version of America’s game that makes it fun and exciting to play with TGA! There is a strict no-contact rule to maintain all player’s safety. Coaches lead students through station-based drills and games that develop the fundamental skills of passing, catching, running, and defending. Students participate in STEAM labs that allow them to explore academic concepts like gravity, compression, and aerodynamics through the game.
KidStage presents ALADDIN - Fridays Grades 2-5 Fee: $180
What would you wish for if you had 3 magical wishes? Join Aladdin and all his friends as he meets the mystical Genie who offers to make all his dreams come true...or will he? Princesses, tigers, magic carpets, and a full cast of fun characters bring this classic tale to life and help Aladdin see the importance of friendship and being true to one’s self.
KidzArt - Fridays Grades K-5 (3:00 - 4:00pm) Fee: $149
A KidzArt certified instructor that will guide students through a different project each week. Students will learn how to break projects into simple steps, art terms and vocabulary, as well as experience and learn techniques for varying drawing mediums. Each week students will bring home a different masterpiece all their own. Our curriculum never repeats!
PlayWell Legos - Minecraft Engineering - Fridays Grades K-2 Fee: $171
Minecraft Engineering with LEGO® Materials Bring Minecraft to life using tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as a Creeper, a Lava Trap, and a Minecraft. Create your favorite Minecraft mobs, tools, and objects with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor.
PlayWell Legos - Minecraft Engineering - Fridays Grades 3-5 Fee: $171
Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® parts! Build an Iron Golem, the Nether Portal, and the Ender Dragon. Students will explore real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture while building their favorite Minecraft objects.
TGA Cheer - Thursdays Grades K-2/3-5 Fee: $176
Discover how fun and exciting cheerleading can be! Coaches will lead students through drill and activities to build their skills in tumbling, stunting, choreography, motions, jumps and performance. Students will also partake in labs to explore concepts like gravity, balance and aerodynamics in cheerleading.
TGA Tennis - Fridays Grades K-5 Fee: $234
Serve it up with tennis class and discover how fun and exciting tennis can be with TGA! Coaches lead students through station-based drills and games that develop the fundamental skills of grip, forehand, backhand, volley, and serve.
Tournament Chess - Mondays 4:00 - 5:00pm Grades K-5 Fee: $81
For the chess player who is interested in building skills in tournament play. Students build strategy and play games. Opportunities for optional weekend tournaments. Taught by instructor Ken Larsen
Young Rembrandts - Tuesdays Grades 3-5 Fee: $229
Students will create dazzling illustrations that are influenced by popular Japanese anime and manga themes. Colorful characters with expressive personalities jump off the page. Students will also learn to create a storyboard around their characters. Don’t miss out on an exciting opportunity to produce wonderful artwork and storytelling! Young Rembrandts provides all the necessary supplies for each class.