Youth programs are designed for participants ages 3 to 12.

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This babysitting training course offers first aid and safety training, developmental guideline and marketing strategies to obtain babysitting jobs. Participants will receive certification in infant and child CPR basic instruction. This class focuses on babysitting skills needed for children ages 2 & up.

Course number 6161

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Course number 6162

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Come and learn the art of using simple shapes to build animal characters in both realistic and cartoon styles. Learn basic shading techniques using pencil and colored pencil (charcoal for older participants). Participants will also learn about composing a two-dimensional space to create depth. Come and discover your hidden talent for drawing!

Instructor: Shelly Hehenberger

Course number 7429

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Course number 7430

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Course number 7431

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Course number 7432

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Whether you consider yourself a helpless pawn when it comes to playing chess or a true knight in shining armor, a chess class can guide you on your way. In these classes you can knock over knights, wrangle with rooks, and bump off bishops. Besides, chess is one of the world's favorite games, and it's great for increasing concentration!

Instructor: Ashish Patel

Course number 6167

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Course number 6168

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Enter the wonderful world of creative dance! Have fun learning energetic, expressive, exciting dance routines! Experiment and explore various styles of dance, from jazz to ballet, hip-hop and funk, tap and even acrobatics! Make new friends! Improve your flexibility! HAVE A TON OF FUN!!! Some dance experience is recommended but not necessary.

Instructor: Jill Menard

Course number 7853

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This class introduces the basic steps of Jazz, Ballet and Modern. The class begins with basic stretching and conditioning of the body core, focusing on isolations of body parts and the learning of basic dance steps. We will then proceed with across the floor combinations and explore the dance elements of space and time as well as shapes and levels. Each class will build up to a routine of the basic steps and technique learned throughout the class.

Instructor: Dana Crain

Course number 6175

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Course number 7835

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This class is a tap and ballet combo class. This is a wonderful blend of two styles of dancing. Students will become familiar with rhythm and percussion in an upbeat tap portion of class followed by stretching and technique in ballet. These are solid foundations in body awareness and dance fundamentals.

Instructor: Dana Crain

Course number 7837

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Course number 7839

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This is a two hour clinic for beginning disc golfers emphasizing an introduction to the game of disc golf and its origins. Participants will learn basic grip, stance, and throwing/ putting fundamentals. The clinic will be held in the open activity fields at the rear of Carrboro Anderson Community Park. All participants will receive a complimentary golf disc with the lesson. Participants are encouraged to bring water /sunscreen and be ready to have FUN!

Instructor: Matthew Smith

Course number 7851

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Course number 7852

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Come have fun and explore the artist that you are while we experiment with markers, crayons, charcoals, drawing pencils, chalks, watercolor paints and lots of interesting objects. Students will also learn how movement and music can enhance the drawing process. As a group, we will choose a subject to study and draw in depth. In the second session, we will be outside and draw objects from nature.

Instructor: Barbara Janeway

Course number 6180

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Course number 6181

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Learn about different fishing equipment, techniques, sites and regulations. You may even meet a fishing buddy or two! Supplies furnished. Bring a pole if you have one. Parents welcome. Call in registration required-918-7364.

Instructor: Shayne McKinley

Course number 7855

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Course number 7856

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Course number 7857

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In this beginning guitar class, students will learn to identify and understand time and key signatures, note values, scales, chord charts, musical form, and the elements of staff notation. The instructors will work with students on sight reading melodies and strumming rhythm patterns with open chords. Students will perform several tunes both individually and in ensembles. No class 7/5.

Instructor: Maurice Balk

Course number 6192

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Come join this after school class if you would like to learn some cooking basics, make your own after school snacks and even learn to cook a complete meal for your family! No previous experience required, just an open mind and willingness to have fun. Please wear closed toe shoes. Six classes.

Instructor: Lynn Wadford

Course number 6202

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Kid's Yoga allows children to use a lot of energy, make fun and silly noises, relax and develop concentration skills all at the same time! When yogis first developed the asanas many thousands of years ago, they still lived close to the natural world and used animals and plants for inspiration-the sting of a scorpion, the grace of a swan, the wings of a butterfly, the strong, tall stature of a tree. When children imitate the movements and sounds of nature, they have a chance to get inside another being and imagine taking on its qualities. Physically, it enhances their flexibility, strength, coordination, and body awareness. In addition, their concentration and sense of calmness and relaxation improves. In this class, we will approach the yoga asanas through active story-telling and playful imitation of the natural world. Yoga is an uplifting, noncompetitive, and fun way for kids to build strength, spirit, and self-esteem!.

Instructor: Elizabeth Matthews

Course number 7845

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Course number 7846

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In this class children are taught table manners, telephone etiquette, essential social skills, and correspondence through a combination of role-play and hands-on involvement. The workshop concludes with a lunch at a local restaurant where the children can practice their skills. Transportation is provided by van. Seatbelts required. Please dress neatly.

Instructor: Heidi Sawyer-Clark

Course number 6209

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The piano is one of the most universally enjoyed musical instruments. It's especially appealing to children. These classes feature a small group format that provides music theory and individual keyboard instruction for beginning playing skills. $8.50 fee for instruction manual paid to instructor at the first class. No class 5/31 & 7/5.

Instructor: Baxter Smith

Course number 6211

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Course number 6212

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This Intermediate Piano class is for participants that have completed the Carrboro Recreation and Parks Department Beginning Piano class or an equivalent class. The class will include practice in scale playing, rhythm, chord playing, articulation, phrasing, and tone. These skills will be taught according to individual students’ ability. No class 5/31 & 7/5.

Instructor: Baxter Smith

Course number 7859

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Learn tennis in a fast and fundamentally sound way, just like the best pros have. We'll learn to play so you can practice with friends and family. Discover the feeling, the rhythm, and improvisational movements of tennis. Competitive games help build confidence and motivation to improve. By cooperating in a group we help each other learn and value the enjoyment of the game. There will be time for some individual attention and you can ask questions. No experience or some experience welcome. Learn new possibilities and swing into action. Bring a racquet.

Course number 6963

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Tumbling focuses the body on conditioning, strength, endurance, flexibility and skill development. This class will incorporate tumbling skills such as handstands, cartwheels and rolls along with games and other activities to develop creativity, spatial awareness, coordination, and agility. No class 7/27 & 7/28.

Instructor: Anjeannette Fox

Course number 6216

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Course number 6218

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Course number 6217

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Course number 6219

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Course number 6220

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Course number 6222

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Course number 6221

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Course number 6223

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Much of the vitality of life in Carrboro is due to the active involvement of citizens in the community. Volunteers of all ages regularly share their talents, skills, and ideas by planning or assisting with large events, serving on town advisory boards, or coaching a youth sports team. While some activities require the contribution of many hours others call for only a few hours of time. Not only can you share your talents, you can have fun, make new friends and discover more about your town.

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