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Youth programs are designed for participants ages 3 to 12.

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Abrakadoodle Art Classes

  • Picasso Doodle
  • Twoosy
  • Mini Doodlers
  • Doodlers
  • Babysitting Training
  • Chess
  • Dance Classes

  • Dance & Creative Movement
  • Dance Exploration
  • Dance & Technique
  • Tap
  • Drawing
  • Fashion Design
  • Fashion Illustration
  • Fishing Clinics
  • Guitar
  • Kids World Kitchen
  • Mind Your Manners
  • Nature Detectives
  • Piano
  • Tennis - Youth Beginner
  • Young Gymnast

  • Young Gymnast - Preschool
  • Young Gymnast - Youth


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    Abrakadoodle Art Classes NEW!

    These cosponsored art classes with Abrakadoodle offer multicultural art education featuring contemporary and master artists and artistic techniques from around the world. Books and music are incorporated into lessons for the Twoosy and Mini Doodlers, creating a multisensory learning experience for each child. Each mixed media class results in a unique finished product ready to be taken home. Three of the eight projects will highlight holidays with each class focused on a different artistic technique. Artistic techniques taught in the other lessons include: wax resist, bull's eye painting, texture rubbing, oil pastels and painting soft edged shapes. A parent/caregiver is asked to participate with Twoosy Doodlers. Parent/caregiver participation with Mini Doodlers is optional. Eight weeks! No class 7/4.

    Instructor: Brenda Franklin

    Picasso Doodle (one day workshop)

    Course number 6624

    Ages: 6-12 Cost: $10
    Date: Saturday, May 16 Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
    Location: Century Center

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    Twoosy

    Course number 6621

    Ages: 20 months-3 years Cost: $100
    Date: Saturdays, May 30-July 25 Time: 9:15-9:45 AM
    Location: Century Center

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    Mini Doodlers

    Course number 6622

    Ages: 3-5 Cost: $100
    Date: Saturdays, May 30-July 25 Time: 10:00-10:45 AM
    Location: Century Center

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    Doodlers

    Course number 6623

    Ages: 6-12 Cost: $100
    Date: Saturdays, May 30-July 25 Time: 11:00-11:45 AM
    Location: Century Center

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    Babysitting Training

    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.

    Instructor: Maria Mekeel

    Session I

    Course number 6090

    Ages: 11 & up Cost: $58
    Date: Thursday & Friday
    June 4 & 5
    Time: Thursday: 4:00-8:00 PM
    Friday: 4:00-6:00 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6092

    Ages: 11 & up Cost: $58
    Date: Wednesday
    July 8
    Time: Wednesday: 12:00-6:00 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Chess

    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! No class 6/20 & 7/4.

    Instructor: Ashish Patel

    Session I

    Course number 6096

    Ages: 8-12 Cost: $42
    Date: Saturdays, June 6-July 18 Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6641

    Ages: 11 & up Cost: $42
    Date: Saturdays, June 6-July 18 Time: 11:15-12:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Dance classes
    Dance & Creative Movement

    This class is a fun introduction to dance focusing on developmental skills using music, movement and make believe. Young dancers experiment with new ways to move their bodies, both directed and freeform with attention to musicality and rhythm. Age-appropriate skills, such as counting, sequential organization, spatial awareness and comparative abstract concepts are woven into the class structure. A typical class will incorporate ballet form, creative play and motor skill enhancement all in a format that is innovative and fun. No class 7/27.

    Instructor: Anna Wolfe

    Session I

    Course number 6100

    Ages: 3-4 Cost: $42
    Date: Mondays, June 1-June 29 Time: 3:15-4:00 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session I

    Course number 5677

    Ages: 5-10 Cost: $42
    Mondays, June 1-June 29 Time: 4:15-5:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6102

    Ages: 3-4 Cost: $42
    Date: Mondays, July 13-August 17 Time: 3:15-4:00 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6103

    Ages: 5-10 Cost: $42
    Date: Mondays, July 13-August 17 Time: 4:15-5:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Dance Exploration

    This class is appropriate for children ages 3 to 10 years old. It introduces students to the structure of a dance class where listening and following directions are very important. Students learn basic ballet steps and begin to develop musicality. Imaginative exercises and improvisational dance are elements of each class that encourage students to discover the pure joy of movement and creativity. No class 7/30.

    Instructor: Mary Avant

    Session I

    Course number 6670

    Ages: 3-4 Cost: $42
    Date: Thursdays, May 28-June 25 Time: 3:30-4:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session I

    Course number 6671

    Ages: 5-10 Cost: $42
    Date: Thursdays, May 28-June 25 Time: 4:30-5:30 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6672

    Ages: 3-4 Cost: $42
    Date: Thursdays, July 9-August 13 Time: 3:30-4:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6673

    Ages: 5-10 Cost: $42
    Date: Thursdays, July 9-August 13 Time: 4:30-5:30 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Dance & Technique

    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. Six weeks. No class 4/9.

    Instructor: Lindsey Rava

    Course number 6104

    Ages: 5-10 Cost: $44
    Date: Thursdays, May 21-June 25 Time: 6:15-7:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Tap

    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: Lindsey Rava

    Course number 6642

    Ages: 8-12 Cost: $44
    Date: Thursdays, May 21-June 25 Time: 7:30-8:30 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Drawing

    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.

    Instructor: Barbara Janeway

    Session I

    Course number 6109

    Ages: 5-8 Cost: $42
    Date: Monday-Friday, June 15-June 19 Time: 1:00-1:45 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session I

    Course number 6110

    Ages: 8-11 Cost: $42
    Date: Monday-Friday, June 15-June 19 Time: 2:00-3:00 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6111

    Ages: 5-8 Cost: $42
    Date: Monday-Friday, August 10-
    August 14
    Time: 3:30-4:15 PM
    Location: Wilson Park

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    Session II

    Course number 6112

    Ages: 8-11 Cost: $42
    Date: Monday-Friday, August 10-
    August 14
    Time: 4:30-5:30 PM
    Location: Wilson Park

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    Fashion Design

    Do you want to display your unique sense of style? Are you a fan of the hit show 'Project Runway'? Well in this fashion design class you will be the fashion designer. What's your task, you ask? Turn an ordinary t-shirt into a unique outfit. You can add, take away, cut, dye, and sew, whatever you choose to your t-shirt. All you need is your imagination! Bring three plain white t-shirts in different sizes to class. At the end of the class we will have a fashion to display your works of fashionable art! Friends and family are invited. Six classes.

    Instructor: Robin Brown-Pipkins

    Session I

    Course number 6114

    Ages: 8-12 Cost: $50
    Date: Monday, June 1-July 6 Time: 3:30-4:30 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6115

    Ages: 8-12 Cost: $50
    Date: Monday, July 13-August 17 Time: 3:30-4:30 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Fashion Illustration

    Have you ever imagined designing your own clothes? In this introduction to fashion illustration class you'll learn how to design and illustrate your own clothing ideas. In addition to designing and illustrating your ideas, you will have a chance to use computer software to create your designs. Six classes.

    Instructor: Robin Brown-Pipkins

    Session I

    Course number 6116

    Ages: 11 & up Cost: $50
    Date: Monday, June 1-July 6 Time: 4:45-5:45 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6117

    Ages: 11 & up Cost: $50
    Date: Monday, July 13-August 17 Time: 4:45-5:45 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Fishing Clinics

    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: Tom Mills

    Session I

    Course number 6118

    Ages: 15 & under Cost: Free
    Date: Saturday, May 30 Time: 9:00-11:00 AM
    Location: Anderson Park Pond

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    Session II

    Course number 6119

    Ages: 15 & under Cost: Free
    Date: Saturday, June 27 Time: 9:00-11:00 AM
    Location: Anderson Park Pond

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    Guitar

    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 7/6.

    Instructor: Maurice Balk

    Course number 6121

    Ages: 11 & up Cost: $133
    Date: Mondays, June 1-August 10 Time: 5:30-6:30 PM
    Location: Carrboro Civic Club

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    Kids World Kitchen

    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.

    Instructor: Lynn Wadford

    Session I

    Course number 6103

    Ages: 9-13 Cost: $58
    Date: Wednesdays, May 27-June 24 Time: 4:00-5:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6131

    Ages: 9-13 Cost: $58
    Date: Wednesdays, July 8-August 5 Time: 4:00-5:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Mind Your Manners

    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 6629

    Ages: 6-13 Cost: $24
    Date: Saturday, June 20 Time: 9:30-12:45 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Nature Detectives

    Children find all the clues in the natural world to open the door to a new way of being in the world. Hiking the creek, climbing the trails, listening and looking for signs of wildlife with Environmental Educator Kate Finlayson brings children to their true nature.

    Instructor: Kate Finlayson

    Session I

    Course number 5714

    Ages: 6-10 Cost: $12
    Date: Saturday, May 16 Time: 10:00-12:00 PM
    Location: Meet at Wilson Park Shelter

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    Session II

    Course number 6139

    Ages: 6-10 Cost: $12
    Date: Saturday, June 13 Time: 10:00-12:00 PM
    Location: Meet at Wilson Park Shelter

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    Piano

    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 7/20.

    Instructor: Baxter Smith

    Session I

    Course number 6140

    Ages: 6-11 Cost: $105
    Date: Mondays, June 1-August 10 Time: 3:30-4:30 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6141

    Ages: 6-11 Cost: $105
    Date: Mondays, June 1-August 10 Time: 4:45-5:45 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Tennis - Youth Beginner

    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.

    Instructor: Ron Rudin

    Course number 5530

    Ages: 9-15 Cost: $39
    Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays
    May 19-June 4
    Time: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
    Location: Wilson Park

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    Young Gymnast

    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 7/28 & 7/29.

    Instructor: Anjeannette Fox

    Young Gymnast - Preschool
    Session I

    Course number 6145

    Ages: 3-5 Cost: $42
    Date: Tuesdays, May 26-June 23 Time: 3:30-4:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session I

    Course number 6146

    Ages: 3-5 Cost: $42
    Date: Wednesdays, May 27-June 24 Time: 3:15-4:00 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6147

    Ages: 3-5 Cost: $42
    Date: Tuesdays, July 7-August 11 Time: 3:30-4:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 6148

    Ages: 3-5 Cost: $42
    Date: Wednesdays, July 8-August 12 Time: 3:15-4:00 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Young Gymnast - Youth
    Session I

    Course number 6149

    Ages: 6-11 Cost: $42
    Date: Tuesdays, May 26-June 23 Time: 4:30-5:30 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session I

    Course number 5730

    Ages: 6-11 Cost: $42
    Date: Wednesdays, May 27-June 24 Time: 4:15-5:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 5729

    Ages: 6-11 Cost: $42
    Date: Tuesdays, July 7-August 11 Time: 4:30-5:30 PM
    Location: Century Center

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    Session II

    Course number 5731

    Ages: 6-11 Cost: $42
    Date: Wednesdays, July 8-August 12 Time: 4:15-5:15 PM
    Location: Century Center

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