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Saturday March 29, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM	Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Saturday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:45 AM - 11:35 AM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 4) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) Feb. 22- March 29 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: Feb.22- March 29 NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults! When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150 Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine. What You'll Learn: Hand-sewing techniques Sewing machine basics Sewing terminology Creative project ideas This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- March 1- April 5 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
11:40 PM - 12:30 PM	Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 4) We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey.  Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game.  Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more.   All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.

Sunday March 30, 2025
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Sunday) March 30- May 11 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Sundays) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Thrive Through Movement: Gentle Stretching and Self-Care - Thrive Through Movement: Gentle Stretching and Self-Care "Thrive Through Self-Care: Gentle Stretching for Mind and Body" is a thoughtfully designed class that blends gentle stretching, mobility exercises, and calming yoga to help you relax, recharge, and reconnect with your body. Whether you're looking to release tension, enhance flexibility, or simply take a moment to nurture yourself, this class offers a peaceful space to prioritize your well-being. Ideal for all fitness levels, these sessions provide a balanced approach to self-care, encouraging both physical ease and mental clarity in a supportive and welcoming environment.Participants should wear comfortable, breathable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Optional items like yoga blocks, or a cushion can be brought for added comfort and support.Note: This class is designed for adults only.

Monday March 31, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Mondays (Mar-Apr) Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (11-11:45AM)- WINTER 2 The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Brandywine Wallace After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- Feb. 24- March 31 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Adult Rock Climbing Class - Intro to Rock Climbing-Adult Need a new fitness activity? Maybe looking for a new hobby? This basic rock climbing class is the perfect introduction to indoor climbing. You will learn foundational skills such as bouldering safety, how to put on a harness, knots, and using the ropes.  Please come to class wearing comfortable clothes and athletic shoes, all climbing equipment is provided.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- Feb. 24- March 31 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- Feb. 24- March 31 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
7:45 PM - 8:15 PM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (7:45-8:15PM)- WINTER 2 The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.

Tuesday April 1, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Tuesday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Cardio, Strength & Stretch Workout - Cardio, Strength and Stretch (Lunch Express Fitness Class) This class is a fusion of Cardio, Strength and Stretching for a full-body workout.  The our workout starts off with easy-to-follow aerobic combinations to help boost calorie burn and nurture heart health.  Followed by learning functional strength and core exercises to build a stronger body.  And last but not least we stretch it all out to help stay flexible and injury-free!Perfect for all ages and levels! **Each student should need to bring 1 set of lightweight dumbbells and 1 heavy weight dumbbell along with a yoga mat.  What's Recommended: 5-8lbs for a pair of dumbbells and 10-15lb for the 1 heavy weight.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) Feb. 25- April 1 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Bradford Heights After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Programs- Snapology - Junior Engineers- East Ward These after-school programs will be offered from 3:45 to 4:45 PM in the Downingtown Elementary Schools with the exception of West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary School for the 2025 Spring session due to construction. Snapology Junior Engineers- (Spring 2025)In this robotics program, your little engineer will dive into the exciting world of robotics while building cool models that teach the basics of robotic design! They'll get hands-on with motors, creating everything from drills to catapults, and discover how sensors work by playing with a magical wand or a goal kicker. It's a thrilling way for your child to learn all about robots, teamwork, and problem-solving--plus, they'll have a blast while doing it!Snapology Foundational Engineering- (Fall 2025)Does your little learner love to tinker, build, and create--or maybe they enjoy taking things apart to see what makes them tick? If that sounds like them, they're going to have a blast in Snapology's Foundational Engineering. Machines and Contraptions program! This hands-on adventure lets your child dive into the world of mechanical movement and discover the magic of simple machines. They'll get to build exciting machines and contraptions, explore moving parts up-close, and even come up with their own creative designs. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will ignite their passion for engineering and spark their imagination!Snapology Developing Engineers- (Winter 2026)Is your student a curious problem-solver, a big-thinker, or a future engineer in the making? If so, they'll love Snapology;s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This hands-on adventure gives your student all the tools they need to explore mechanical movement, simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They'll get to build exciting models, see how moving parts come together, and then take their creations to the next level by developing their own design ideas. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will spark their interest in engineering and leave them eager to learn more!Please note: In order to ensure the affordability of Snapology programs, children do not get to keep or take home their projects; however, we capture their creative achievements through photography, allowing parents to admire and cherish their creations. We need 6 children registered to run any of these programs!
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) April 1- May 6 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Tuesday) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: April 1- May 6 NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults! When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230 Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!  This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- Feb. 25-April 1 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- March 18- April 22 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- March 18- April 22 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Thrive Now: Weekly Steps to Simplify, Connect, and Grow as a Parent - Thrive Now: Weekly Steps to Simplify, Connect, and Grow as a Parent "Thrive Now" is a weekly workshop series designed for moms, with kids ages 3 to 18, who want to simplify their lives, strengthen connections with their children, and rediscover their own confidence. Led by Meg Kuhnle, a certified life coach, this series offers practical strategies to reduce stress, improve communication, and create a more balanced, fulfilling family life. Note: This class is designed for adults only.

Wednesday April 2, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Wednesdays Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates - Basic Beginner Barre (Spring 2025) Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates includes easy strengthening and toning exercises done at the ballet barre and in the center of the studio. Balancing exercises and some basic ballet moves are included. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga straps and a slightly deflated ball to class.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Wednesday) April 2- May 7 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - East Ward After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Lionville Elementary After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Youth Ceramics- March 19- April 23 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Youth Ceramics- March 19- April 23 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Winter #2) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Winter #2) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Evening Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Elementary Evening Art Class Oh La-La Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week program
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Winter #2) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- March 29- April 30 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Winter #2) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Winter #2) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
7:15 PM - 9:15 PM	Pick-Up Basketball - Pick-Up Basketball (W.25) Meet weekly to play some basketball, meet some new friends, and get some exercise. Sign up as an individual; teams are drawn weekly by rotating captains.  Multiple teams rotate in and out for short games.  Register Early!  Space is limited to 20 players. Please bring a dark colored shirt and a light colored shirt each night for team colors. MUST PRE-REGISTER!  Note- We must have 6 players pre-register in order to run the pick up league.
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Winter #2) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!

Thursday April 3, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM	A Story and a Craft (A mommy/daddy & me event)- Fired Up Pottery - A Story and a Craft Bring the little ones in to enjoy a book reading as well as a craft inspired by the story. Instructors from Fired up Pottery, LLC Classes Located on the USTC campus 1426 MARSHALTON THORNDALE RD. DOWNINGTOWN, PA, 19335
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
1:40 PM - 2:30 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Pre-School Learn to Skate Session #4 Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Uwchlan Hills After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Thursday) April 3- May 8 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Kettlebells with Coach Ana - Kettlebell Class (Spring)  Join our Kettlebell Fitness class and learn the fundamentals of kettlebell training! Start with the basics and master key moves like the Turkish Get Up, swings, cleans, and snatches. This functional full-body workout combines strength and conditioning for a powerful, effective training session! Please bring your own kettle bells. Beginners: 5, 15, 25 lbs (one of each)Intermediate: 15, 25, 35 lbs (one of each)Advanced: 25, 35, 45 lbs. (one of each)The instructor will have a few to try at the first class. Summer dates will be available in May 2025 & Fall dates will be available in August 2025.**2/5/25: Class was delayed by two weeks due to an instructor injury and was moved to virtual until she heels. Questions call our office.**Suggestions:  Fitness Gear Adjustable Kettlebell (at Dick's) Yes4All Kettlebells Grip, Dumbbell Grip Handle, Convert Dumbbells into Kettlebell for Home Gym, Kettlebell for Weights Plate (on Amazon) If you already have dumbbells.
5:40 PM - 6:10 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Skate Thursday - Session 4.5 Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	2025: 3-5 day Coach Bus Tour Information Session - Coach Bus Tour Seminar DARC is happy to announce the 2025: 3-5 day Coach Bus Tour with DARC & Fun Country Tours, including: Fantastic Waterfalls Tour, Niagara Falls, Letchworth – Dates: June 2-5, 2025 Autumn in New England Tour New Hampshire – Dates: September 29-October 3, 2025 Wild & Wonderful West Virginia – Dates: November 3-7, 2025 All these trips travel from PA by coach bus to the destination of your choice. Join us for this in-person informational seminar to learn more about these trips.  Pre-registration is required!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Children's Book Illustrations- April 3- May 8 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Thursday) Feb. 27- April 3 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Children's Book Illustrations- April 3- May 8 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops

Friday April 4, 2025
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
1:30 PM - 2:10 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Programs- Snapology - Junior Engineers- Bradford Heights These after-school programs will be offered from 3:45 to 4:45 PM in the Downingtown Elementary Schools with the exception of West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary School for the 2025 Spring session due to construction. Snapology Junior Engineers- (Spring 2025)In this robotics program, your little engineer will dive into the exciting world of robotics while building cool models that teach the basics of robotic design! They'll get hands-on with motors, creating everything from drills to catapults, and discover how sensors work by playing with a magical wand or a goal kicker. It's a thrilling way for your child to learn all about robots, teamwork, and problem-solving--plus, they'll have a blast while doing it!Snapology Foundational Engineering- (Fall 2025)Does your little learner love to tinker, build, and create--or maybe they enjoy taking things apart to see what makes them tick? If that sounds like them, they're going to have a blast in Snapology's Foundational Engineering. Machines and Contraptions program! This hands-on adventure lets your child dive into the world of mechanical movement and discover the magic of simple machines. They'll get to build exciting machines and contraptions, explore moving parts up-close, and even come up with their own creative designs. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will ignite their passion for engineering and spark their imagination!Snapology Developing Engineers- (Winter 2026)Is your student a curious problem-solver, a big-thinker, or a future engineer in the making? If so, they'll love Snapology;s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This hands-on adventure gives your student all the tools they need to explore mechanical movement, simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They'll get to build exciting models, see how moving parts come together, and then take their creations to the next level by developing their own design ideas. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will spark their interest in engineering and leave them eager to learn more!Please note: In order to ensure the affordability of Snapology programs, children do not get to keep or take home their projects; however, we capture their creative achievements through photography, allowing parents to admire and cherish their creations. We need 6 children registered to run any of these programs!
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Art Workshop- March 7- April 11 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
6:15 PM - 7:05 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Fridays (Session 4) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
8:15 PM - 9:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Intermediate- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!

Saturday April 5, 2025
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM	Washington DC / Cherry Blossom Festival - On Your Own - Washington DC /Cherry Blossom Festival On Your Own Join us for the Nations Greatest Springtime Celebration as we visit the Washington D.C. Cherry Blossom Festival. Skip the parking fees and tolls and allow us drive you to the Nation's Capital.  Spend 8 hours in the city and go sightseeing, visit all of the free Smithsonian museums, or see the monuments. The day is yours to enjoy. We will drop you off near the National Mall. Some of our On Your Own Trips coincide with specific events in the city like festivals, parades, and shows.  This gives you the opportunity to attend a unique event or just do whatever strikes your fancy.The bus will pick you up near the National Mall or Tidal Basin around 5:00 PM. No stops on the way home.Monday, March 20, 2025 - Sunday, April 13, 2025 - Cherry Blossom Festival* Many of you on this trip are going for the Cherry Blossom Festival, due to nature,  DARC cannot ensure that the cherry blossoms will be in full bloom.*  Washington D.C. Bus Trip Details: -Ticket price is $65 per person. Tickets are non-refundable, although, if we are unable to reach out minimum of participants the trip will be cancelled and your monies will be refunded. -This is a coach bus and does have a bathroom as well as outlets for electronics on board. -Please arrive to the bus and back to the bus approximately 15 minutes prior to departure.-Masks are optional on the bus. But we ask all passengers to be considerate of other passengers health.  If you are feeling sick, are coughing, or blowing your nose a lot we ask you to wear a face mask while trailing on  the bus.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp (Spring) Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp Drop-in (April 5) Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM	West Bradford Easter Egg Hunt
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM	West Bradford Easter Egg Hunt
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM	West Bradford Easter Egg Hunt
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM	West Bradford Easter Egg Hunt
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM	Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Saturdays with Snapology - Saturdays with Snapology (April) (4 Week Session) Saturdays with Snapology  Join us every Saturday for a creative, hands-on adventure with Snapology! Perfect for young LEGO® enthusiasts, our sessions are all about imagination, teamwork, and fun. Kids will build, create, and explore exciting STEM concepts through engaging challenges and activities. Whether they’re constructing structures, solving puzzles, or designing their own masterpieces, every Saturday is a new opportunity for learning and laughter! Let’s make Saturdays the highlight of your week!    Program Highlights: Hands-On Learning: Every session features themed LEGO® builds and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) activities. Rotating Themes: Each Saturday introduces a new theme to keep kids engaged, such as robotics, engineering challenges, or creative storytelling. Collaborative Play: Kids can work individually or in teams to complete exciting challenges. Fun and Safe Environment: Our trained instructors foster a positive atmosphere for exploration and discovery. Benefits for Kids: Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Sparks creativity and imagination. Develops teamwork and communication abilities. Builds confidence through hands-on achievements. Sample Activities: Creative Build Challenge: Kids construct something inspired by a theme (e.g., Build Your Dream House or Mars Rover). LEGO® Engineering: Create and test simple machines like catapults or pulleys. Robot Exploration: Introduce coding and robotics with LEGO®  or Spike Prime. STEAM Experiments: Fun hands-on science experiments incorporated with LEGO® (like balancing bridges). Collaborative Playtime: Kids share their builds and ideas, learning to collaborate and inspire one another. How to Join: Sign up for a monthly membership to enjoy monthly prices. Drop-ins welcome for single sessions (subject to availability). **Some Saturday classes will be on Sunday due to scheduling conflicts. **There is a $35 drop in fee for each class. Must register by the Friday before the class date.
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Saturday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- April 5- May 3 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:45 AM - 11:35 AM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 4) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) April 5- May 10 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: April 5- May 17 NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults! When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150 Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine. What You'll Learn: Hand-sewing techniques Sewing machine basics Sewing terminology Creative project ideas This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- March 1- April 5 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
11:40 PM - 12:30 PM	Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 4) We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey.  Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game.  Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more.   All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.

Sunday April 6, 2025
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Reserved
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Sunday) March 30- May 11 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Sundays) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Thrive Through Movement: Gentle Stretching and Self-Care - Thrive Through Movement: Gentle Stretching and Self-Care "Thrive Through Self-Care: Gentle Stretching for Mind and Body" is a thoughtfully designed class that blends gentle stretching, mobility exercises, and calming yoga to help you relax, recharge, and reconnect with your body. Whether you're looking to release tension, enhance flexibility, or simply take a moment to nurture yourself, this class offers a peaceful space to prioritize your well-being. Ideal for all fitness levels, these sessions provide a balanced approach to self-care, encouraging both physical ease and mental clarity in a supportive and welcoming environment.Participants should wear comfortable, breathable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Optional items like yoga blocks, or a cushion can be brought for added comfort and support.Note: This class is designed for adults only.

Monday April 7, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Mondays (Mar-Apr) Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Daytime Yoga with Pearl - Daytime Yoga- Mondays - SPRING Please note: All participants must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. At this time face masks are optional, if you are feeling under the weather please be considerate of the other people attending the class and wear a mask.Yoga is the wonderful science of physical and mental well being that has withstood the test of time.  You will learn exercises that tone the body and keep you flexible; breathing and meditation techniques that quiet the nervous system; and raise your energy level and dynamic positive thinking.Register early - space is limited and classes fill up quickly!Please bring your own yoga mat with you!
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (11-11:45AM)- WINTER 2 The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training Small Group Personal Training (Mondays) Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community. Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Leslie's experience, she will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Brandywine Wallace After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- April 7- May 12 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Adult Rock Climbing Class - Intro to Rock Climbing-Adult Need a new fitness activity? Maybe looking for a new hobby? This basic rock climbing class is the perfect introduction to indoor climbing. You will learn foundational skills such as bouldering safety, how to put on a harness, knots, and using the ropes.  Please come to class wearing comfortable clothes and athletic shoes, all climbing equipment is provided.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- April 7- May 19 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- April 7- May 19 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	America's Boating Course - America's Boating Course America’s Boating Course is offered by Americas Boating Club Valley Forge (Main Line Sail and Power Squadron)The ABC boating course is designed for the operators of power, sail, paddle, personal watercraft and fishing boats. The course is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and recognized by the United States Coast Guard. It meets Pennsylvania’s requirements to obtain a Pennsylvania Boating Safety Education Certificate which is honored by most states including PA, MD, DE and NJ. The America’s Boating Course topics include:• Getting Started: types of power boats; sailboats; outboards; paddle boats; houseboats and personal water craft. • Required Safety Equipment: personal flotation devices ("life jackets"); fire extinguishers; sound-producing devices; visual-distress signals; dock lines and rope; first aid kit; anchors and anchor lines; other boating safety equipment. • Going Boating: how to get started with using your boat.• Navigation Rules: navigation rules (sometimes referred to as right-of-way rules); avoiding collisions. • Navigation Aids: the U.S. Aids to Navigation system; types of buoys and beacons• Lights and Sounds: required running lights and sound signals• Government Regulations: boat registration; boating regulation; hull identification number; required boat safety equipment; operating safely and reporting accidents; protecting the marine environment; Federal boat law; state boating laws; personal watercraft requirements. • Pennsylvania & Local Regulations• Finding your way: Use of nautical charts, GSP and navigation tools.• Anchoring: ; choosing and using an anchor• Adverse conditions and emergencies: hypothermia; boating accidents and rescues; man overboard recovery; capsizing; running aground; river hazards; strainers: emergency radio calls; engine problems; equipment failures; carbon monoxide (CO); other boating and PWC problems.• Communications Afloat: use of marine radios. • Water Sports Safety: Water-skiing safety guidelines and hand signals; water-skiing with a PWC; navigating rivers, and other boating tips.• Trailering: types of trailers; trailer brakes, lights, hitches, tires, and bearings; loading, balancing, and towing (and backing) a trailer; boat launching and retrieving;• PWC Operations• Knots and Lines
7:45 PM - 8:15 PM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (7:45-8:15PM)- WINTER 2 The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.

Tuesday April 8, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Tuesday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Cardio, Strength & Stretch Workout - Cardio, Strength and Stretch (Lunch Express Fitness Class) This class is a fusion of Cardio, Strength and Stretching for a full-body workout.  The our workout starts off with easy-to-follow aerobic combinations to help boost calorie burn and nurture heart health.  Followed by learning functional strength and core exercises to build a stronger body.  And last but not least we stretch it all out to help stay flexible and injury-free!Perfect for all ages and levels! **Each student should need to bring 1 set of lightweight dumbbells and 1 heavy weight dumbbell along with a yoga mat.  What's Recommended: 5-8lbs for a pair of dumbbells and 10-15lb for the 1 heavy weight.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) April 8- May 13 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Pickering Valley After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Bradford Heights After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Programs- Snapology - Junior Engineers- East Ward These after-school programs will be offered from 3:45 to 4:45 PM in the Downingtown Elementary Schools with the exception of West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary School for the 2025 Spring session due to construction. Snapology Junior Engineers- (Spring 2025)In this robotics program, your little engineer will dive into the exciting world of robotics while building cool models that teach the basics of robotic design! They'll get hands-on with motors, creating everything from drills to catapults, and discover how sensors work by playing with a magical wand or a goal kicker. It's a thrilling way for your child to learn all about robots, teamwork, and problem-solving--plus, they'll have a blast while doing it!Snapology Foundational Engineering- (Fall 2025)Does your little learner love to tinker, build, and create--or maybe they enjoy taking things apart to see what makes them tick? If that sounds like them, they're going to have a blast in Snapology's Foundational Engineering. Machines and Contraptions program! This hands-on adventure lets your child dive into the world of mechanical movement and discover the magic of simple machines. They'll get to build exciting machines and contraptions, explore moving parts up-close, and even come up with their own creative designs. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will ignite their passion for engineering and spark their imagination!Snapology Developing Engineers- (Winter 2026)Is your student a curious problem-solver, a big-thinker, or a future engineer in the making? If so, they'll love Snapology;s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This hands-on adventure gives your student all the tools they need to explore mechanical movement, simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They'll get to build exciting models, see how moving parts come together, and then take their creations to the next level by developing their own design ideas. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will spark their interest in engineering and leave them eager to learn more!Please note: In order to ensure the affordability of Snapology programs, children do not get to keep or take home their projects; however, we capture their creative achievements through photography, allowing parents to admire and cherish their creations. We need 6 children registered to run any of these programs!
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) April 1- May 6 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Tuesday) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: April 1- May 6 NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults! When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230 Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!  This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- April 8- May 13 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- March 18- April 22 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- March 18- April 22 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:15 PM - 8:00 PM	Cooking Classes with The Crafty Chef Academy - Save Room for Dessert *NEW* The Crafty Chef Academy proudly presents an all new series - Dinner's Ready Welcome to our new series, "Dinner's Ready" where your child prepares and brings home a meal to feed 4-6 people. Wanna know what else...no dishes! Your take home meal comes with disposable plates and cutlery for easy set up and clean up. As a parent of active children, we know how important it is to put good food on the table quickly. Session 1, January 21st, 2025 (Pot Roast and Chocolate Cake)- Parents, are feeling spent after all the holiday festivities and now you have to get back in the swing of school and winter sports?!?! Tired of anything turkey, too?!?! Let us help! Tonight we're teaching your child how to make a delicious pot roast with potatoes and veggies. This savory classic will be complimented by another comforting favorite...Chocolate Cake! Run, don't walk to this class. Parents, not only will you little chefs fill your bellies with this meal, but it will also remind you of childhood when things were so much simpler. With not having to cook, we hope you have time to sit down and enjoy a show or game together as a family. Session 2, February 4th, 2025 (Lemon Rosemary Chicken and Apple Walnut Cobbler)-Cooking chicken can get boring, but we're giving it a makeover tonight. We're teaching chefs how to make a flavorful baked chicken with fresh herbs with accompaniments of couscous and sautéed veggies. What's for dessert you ask...warm apple walnut cobbler. You have no idea how good this is!Session 3, March 11th, 2025 (Chicken Parmigiana and Tiramisu)-Everyone loves Italian food! Tonight we're making a crispy chicken parmigiana complete with pasta and your choice of marinara or blush sauce and a salad even the kids will enjoy. Dessert tonight, well none other than the show stopping Tiramisu."Save Room for Dessert" April 8th, 2025-Sometimes dessert has to be center stage and tonight our never shared before mini bundt cake recipe is on the menu. Moist and sweet, this classic dessert pairs well with toppings or inclusions. This allows for the cutest Easter desserts. And if you're more flavor than cute, lemon raspberry or lemon blueberry may be for you! Bonus, you will go home with your own mini bundt cake pan so you can continue the creativity."Fiesta time" May 6, 2025-Grab a friend and cocinemos juntas (let's cook together)! Empanadas, margarita mocktails, and churros! Let's party!!!
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Thrive Now: Weekly Steps to Simplify, Connect, and Grow as a Parent - Thrive Now: Weekly Steps to Simplify, Connect, and Grow as a Parent "Thrive Now" is a weekly workshop series designed for moms, with kids ages 3 to 18, who want to simplify their lives, strengthen connections with their children, and rediscover their own confidence. Led by Meg Kuhnle, a certified life coach, this series offers practical strategies to reduce stress, improve communication, and create a more balanced, fulfilling family life. Note: This class is designed for adults only.

Wednesday April 9, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Wednesdays Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates - Basic Beginner Barre (Spring 2025) Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates includes easy strengthening and toning exercises done at the ballet barre and in the center of the studio. Balancing exercises and some basic ballet moves are included. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga straps and a slightly deflated ball to class.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Wednesday) April 2- May 7 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Bradford Heights After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - East Ward After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Lionville Elementary After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	Afterschool Yoga Club with Miss Rebecca - After School Yoga Club (Wed.) Afterschool Yoga ClubJoin Rebecca from Yoga with Ms. Rebecca for afternoons full of movement and mindfulness. During each session we will practice yoga, complete a mindfulness craft, and play fun yoga games. We will also incorporate fun themes and stories along the way!  All materials are provided and no experience is necessary.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Youth Ceramics- March 19- April 23 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Youth Ceramics- March 19- April 23 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Evening Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Elementary Evening Art Class Oh La-La Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week program
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- March 29- April 30 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
7:15 PM - 9:15 PM	Pick-Up Basketball - Pick-Up Basketball (W.25) Meet weekly to play some basketball, meet some new friends, and get some exercise. Sign up as an individual; teams are drawn weekly by rotating captains.  Multiple teams rotate in and out for short games.  Register Early!  Space is limited to 20 players. Please bring a dark colored shirt and a light colored shirt each night for team colors. MUST PRE-REGISTER!  Note- We must have 6 players pre-register in order to run the pick up league.

Thursday April 10, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM	A Story and a Craft (A mommy/daddy & me event)- Fired Up Pottery - A Story and a Craft Bring the little ones in to enjoy a book reading as well as a craft inspired by the story. Instructors from Fired up Pottery, LLC Classes Located on the USTC campus 1426 MARSHALTON THORNDALE RD. DOWNINGTOWN, PA, 19335
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
1:40 PM - 2:30 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Pre-School Learn to Skate Session #4 Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Uwchlan Hills After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Thursday) April 3- May 8 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Kettlebells with Coach Ana - Kettlebell Class (Spring)  Join our Kettlebell Fitness class and learn the fundamentals of kettlebell training! Start with the basics and master key moves like the Turkish Get Up, swings, cleans, and snatches. This functional full-body workout combines strength and conditioning for a powerful, effective training session! Please bring your own kettle bells. Beginners: 5, 15, 25 lbs (one of each)Intermediate: 15, 25, 35 lbs (one of each)Advanced: 25, 35, 45 lbs. (one of each)The instructor will have a few to try at the first class. Summer dates will be available in May 2025 & Fall dates will be available in August 2025.**2/5/25: Class was delayed by two weeks due to an instructor injury and was moved to virtual until she heels. Questions call our office.**Suggestions:  Fitness Gear Adjustable Kettlebell (at Dick's) Yes4All Kettlebells Grip, Dumbbell Grip Handle, Convert Dumbbells into Kettlebell for Home Gym, Kettlebell for Weights Plate (on Amazon) If you already have dumbbells.
5:40 PM - 6:10 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Skate Thursday - Session 4.5 Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Children's Book Illustrations- April 3- May 8 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Thursday) April 10- May 15 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Children's Book Illustrations- April 3- May 8 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Boating (Marine) Navigation - Boating Navigation The Marine Navigation is a course which covers the basics of coastal and inland navigation. This course focuses on navigation as it is done on recreational boats today and embraces GPS as a primary navigation tool while covering traditional techniques so the student will be able to find his/her way even if their GPS fails. OpenCPN, free software that runs on Windows, MAC and other systems, will be taught in the class to demonstrate to students how to use electronic charting software. OpenCPN is a marine navigation program that is state-of-the-art and in wide use by commercial and recreational boating enthusiasts. The course includes in-class exercises, developing the student's skills through hands-on practice and learning. Some of the topics covered will include: Charts; Navigation aids; Plotting courses; Converting between True and Magnetic; and Use of GPS, including interpreting GPS displays. Topics covered include: Charts and their interpretation Navigation aids and how they point to safe water Plotting courses and determining direction and distance The mariner’s compass and converting between True and Magnetic Use of GPS – typical GPS displays and information they provide, setting up waypoints and routes, staying on a GPS route. Pre-planning safe courses and entering them into the GPS Use of OpenCPN navigation software Monitoring progress and determining position by both GPS and traditional techniques such as bearings and dead reckoning The “Seaman’s Eye” – simple techniques for checking that one is on course.

Friday April 11, 2025
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
1:30 PM - 2:10 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Lionville Elementary After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Programs- Snapology - Junior Engineers- Bradford Heights These after-school programs will be offered from 3:45 to 4:45 PM in the Downingtown Elementary Schools with the exception of West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary School for the 2025 Spring session due to construction. Snapology Junior Engineers- (Spring 2025)In this robotics program, your little engineer will dive into the exciting world of robotics while building cool models that teach the basics of robotic design! They'll get hands-on with motors, creating everything from drills to catapults, and discover how sensors work by playing with a magical wand or a goal kicker. It's a thrilling way for your child to learn all about robots, teamwork, and problem-solving--plus, they'll have a blast while doing it!Snapology Foundational Engineering- (Fall 2025)Does your little learner love to tinker, build, and create--or maybe they enjoy taking things apart to see what makes them tick? If that sounds like them, they're going to have a blast in Snapology's Foundational Engineering. Machines and Contraptions program! This hands-on adventure lets your child dive into the world of mechanical movement and discover the magic of simple machines. They'll get to build exciting machines and contraptions, explore moving parts up-close, and even come up with their own creative designs. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will ignite their passion for engineering and spark their imagination!Snapology Developing Engineers- (Winter 2026)Is your student a curious problem-solver, a big-thinker, or a future engineer in the making? If so, they'll love Snapology;s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This hands-on adventure gives your student all the tools they need to explore mechanical movement, simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They'll get to build exciting models, see how moving parts come together, and then take their creations to the next level by developing their own design ideas. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will spark their interest in engineering and leave them eager to learn more!Please note: In order to ensure the affordability of Snapology programs, children do not get to keep or take home their projects; however, we capture their creative achievements through photography, allowing parents to admire and cherish their creations. We need 6 children registered to run any of these programs!
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Art Workshop- March 7- April 11 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
6:15 PM - 7:05 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Fridays (Session 4) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
8:15 PM - 9:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Intermediate- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!

Saturday April 12, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp (Spring) Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp Drop-in (April 12) Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM	Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Saturdays with Snapology - Saturdays with Snapology (April) (4 Week Session) Saturdays with Snapology  Join us every Saturday for a creative, hands-on adventure with Snapology! Perfect for young LEGO® enthusiasts, our sessions are all about imagination, teamwork, and fun. Kids will build, create, and explore exciting STEM concepts through engaging challenges and activities. Whether they’re constructing structures, solving puzzles, or designing their own masterpieces, every Saturday is a new opportunity for learning and laughter! Let’s make Saturdays the highlight of your week!    Program Highlights: Hands-On Learning: Every session features themed LEGO® builds and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) activities. Rotating Themes: Each Saturday introduces a new theme to keep kids engaged, such as robotics, engineering challenges, or creative storytelling. Collaborative Play: Kids can work individually or in teams to complete exciting challenges. Fun and Safe Environment: Our trained instructors foster a positive atmosphere for exploration and discovery. Benefits for Kids: Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Sparks creativity and imagination. Develops teamwork and communication abilities. Builds confidence through hands-on achievements. Sample Activities: Creative Build Challenge: Kids construct something inspired by a theme (e.g., Build Your Dream House or Mars Rover). LEGO® Engineering: Create and test simple machines like catapults or pulleys. Robot Exploration: Introduce coding and robotics with LEGO®  or Spike Prime. STEAM Experiments: Fun hands-on science experiments incorporated with LEGO® (like balancing bridges). Collaborative Playtime: Kids share their builds and ideas, learning to collaborate and inspire one another. How to Join: Sign up for a monthly membership to enjoy monthly prices. Drop-ins welcome for single sessions (subject to availability). **Some Saturday classes will be on Sunday due to scheduling conflicts. **There is a $35 drop in fee for each class. Must register by the Friday before the class date.
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Saturday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- April 5- May 3 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:45 AM - 11:35 AM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 4) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
11:40 AM - 12:30 PM	Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 4) We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey.  Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game.  Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more.   All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Reserved
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) April 5- May 10 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: April 5- May 17 NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults! When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150 Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine. What You'll Learn: Hand-sewing techniques Sewing machine basics Sewing terminology Creative project ideas This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- April 12- May 17 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.

Sunday April 13, 2025
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Sunday) March 30- May 11 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Sundays) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Thrive Through Movement: Gentle Stretching and Self-Care - Thrive Through Movement: Gentle Stretching and Self-Care "Thrive Through Self-Care: Gentle Stretching for Mind and Body" is a thoughtfully designed class that blends gentle stretching, mobility exercises, and calming yoga to help you relax, recharge, and reconnect with your body. Whether you're looking to release tension, enhance flexibility, or simply take a moment to nurture yourself, this class offers a peaceful space to prioritize your well-being. Ideal for all fitness levels, these sessions provide a balanced approach to self-care, encouraging both physical ease and mental clarity in a supportive and welcoming environment.Participants should wear comfortable, breathable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Optional items like yoga blocks, or a cushion can be brought for added comfort and support.Note: This class is designed for adults only.

Monday April 14, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Mondays (Mar-Apr) Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Daytime Yoga with Pearl - Daytime Yoga- Mondays - SPRING Please note: All participants must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. At this time face masks are optional, if you are feeling under the weather please be considerate of the other people attending the class and wear a mask.Yoga is the wonderful science of physical and mental well being that has withstood the test of time.  You will learn exercises that tone the body and keep you flexible; breathing and meditation techniques that quiet the nervous system; and raise your energy level and dynamic positive thinking.Register early - space is limited and classes fill up quickly!Please bring your own yoga mat with you!
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (11-11:45AM)- WINTER 2 The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training Small Group Personal Training (Mondays) Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community. Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Leslie's experience, she will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Brandywine Wallace After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- April 7- May 12 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Adult Rock Climbing Class - Intro to Rock Climbing-Adult Need a new fitness activity? Maybe looking for a new hobby? This basic rock climbing class is the perfect introduction to indoor climbing. You will learn foundational skills such as bouldering safety, how to put on a harness, knots, and using the ropes.  Please come to class wearing comfortable clothes and athletic shoes, all climbing equipment is provided.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- April 7- May 19 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- April 7- May 19 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	America's Boating Course - America's Boating Course America’s Boating Course is offered by Americas Boating Club Valley Forge (Main Line Sail and Power Squadron)The ABC boating course is designed for the operators of power, sail, paddle, personal watercraft and fishing boats. The course is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and recognized by the United States Coast Guard. It meets Pennsylvania’s requirements to obtain a Pennsylvania Boating Safety Education Certificate which is honored by most states including PA, MD, DE and NJ. The America’s Boating Course topics include:• Getting Started: types of power boats; sailboats; outboards; paddle boats; houseboats and personal water craft. • Required Safety Equipment: personal flotation devices ("life jackets"); fire extinguishers; sound-producing devices; visual-distress signals; dock lines and rope; first aid kit; anchors and anchor lines; other boating safety equipment. • Going Boating: how to get started with using your boat.• Navigation Rules: navigation rules (sometimes referred to as right-of-way rules); avoiding collisions. • Navigation Aids: the U.S. Aids to Navigation system; types of buoys and beacons• Lights and Sounds: required running lights and sound signals• Government Regulations: boat registration; boating regulation; hull identification number; required boat safety equipment; operating safely and reporting accidents; protecting the marine environment; Federal boat law; state boating laws; personal watercraft requirements. • Pennsylvania & Local Regulations• Finding your way: Use of nautical charts, GSP and navigation tools.• Anchoring: ; choosing and using an anchor• Adverse conditions and emergencies: hypothermia; boating accidents and rescues; man overboard recovery; capsizing; running aground; river hazards; strainers: emergency radio calls; engine problems; equipment failures; carbon monoxide (CO); other boating and PWC problems.• Communications Afloat: use of marine radios. • Water Sports Safety: Water-skiing safety guidelines and hand signals; water-skiing with a PWC; navigating rivers, and other boating tips.• Trailering: types of trailers; trailer brakes, lights, hitches, tires, and bearings; loading, balancing, and towing (and backing) a trailer; boat launching and retrieving;• PWC Operations• Knots and Lines
7:45 PM - 8:15 PM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (7:45-8:15PM)- WINTER 2 The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.

Tuesday April 15, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Tuesday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Cardio, Strength & Stretch Workout - Cardio, Strength and Stretch (Lunch Express Fitness Class) This class is a fusion of Cardio, Strength and Stretching for a full-body workout.  The our workout starts off with easy-to-follow aerobic combinations to help boost calorie burn and nurture heart health.  Followed by learning functional strength and core exercises to build a stronger body.  And last but not least we stretch it all out to help stay flexible and injury-free!Perfect for all ages and levels! **Each student should need to bring 1 set of lightweight dumbbells and 1 heavy weight dumbbell along with a yoga mat.  What's Recommended: 5-8lbs for a pair of dumbbells and 10-15lb for the 1 heavy weight.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) April 8- May 13 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Pickering Valley After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Bradford Heights After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Programs- Snapology - Junior Engineers- East Ward These after-school programs will be offered from 3:45 to 4:45 PM in the Downingtown Elementary Schools with the exception of West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary School for the 2025 Spring session due to construction. Snapology Junior Engineers- (Spring 2025)In this robotics program, your little engineer will dive into the exciting world of robotics while building cool models that teach the basics of robotic design! They'll get hands-on with motors, creating everything from drills to catapults, and discover how sensors work by playing with a magical wand or a goal kicker. It's a thrilling way for your child to learn all about robots, teamwork, and problem-solving--plus, they'll have a blast while doing it!Snapology Foundational Engineering- (Fall 2025)Does your little learner love to tinker, build, and create--or maybe they enjoy taking things apart to see what makes them tick? If that sounds like them, they're going to have a blast in Snapology's Foundational Engineering. Machines and Contraptions program! This hands-on adventure lets your child dive into the world of mechanical movement and discover the magic of simple machines. They'll get to build exciting machines and contraptions, explore moving parts up-close, and even come up with their own creative designs. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will ignite their passion for engineering and spark their imagination!Snapology Developing Engineers- (Winter 2026)Is your student a curious problem-solver, a big-thinker, or a future engineer in the making? If so, they'll love Snapology;s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This hands-on adventure gives your student all the tools they need to explore mechanical movement, simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They'll get to build exciting models, see how moving parts come together, and then take their creations to the next level by developing their own design ideas. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will spark their interest in engineering and leave them eager to learn more!Please note: In order to ensure the affordability of Snapology programs, children do not get to keep or take home their projects; however, we capture their creative achievements through photography, allowing parents to admire and cherish their creations. We need 6 children registered to run any of these programs!
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) April 1- May 6 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Tuesday) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: April 1- May 6 NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults! When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230 Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!  This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- April 8- May 13 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- March 18- April 22 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- March 18- April 22 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Thrive Now: Weekly Steps to Simplify, Connect, and Grow as a Parent - Thrive Now: Weekly Steps to Simplify, Connect, and Grow as a Parent "Thrive Now" is a weekly workshop series designed for moms, with kids ages 3 to 18, who want to simplify their lives, strengthen connections with their children, and rediscover their own confidence. Led by Meg Kuhnle, a certified life coach, this series offers practical strategies to reduce stress, improve communication, and create a more balanced, fulfilling family life. Note: This class is designed for adults only.

Wednesday April 16, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Wednesdays Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates - Basic Beginner Barre (Spring 2025) Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates includes easy strengthening and toning exercises done at the ballet barre and in the center of the studio. Balancing exercises and some basic ballet moves are included. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga straps and a slightly deflated ball to class.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Wednesday) April 2- May 7 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Bradford Heights After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - East Ward After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Lionville Elementary After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	Afterschool Yoga Club with Miss Rebecca - After School Yoga Club (Wed.) Afterschool Yoga ClubJoin Rebecca from Yoga with Ms. Rebecca for afternoons full of movement and mindfulness. During each session we will practice yoga, complete a mindfulness craft, and play fun yoga games. We will also incorporate fun themes and stories along the way!  All materials are provided and no experience is necessary.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Youth Ceramics- March 19- April 23 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Youth Ceramics- March 19- April 23 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Evening Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Elementary Evening Art Class Oh La-La Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week program
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- March 29- April 30 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Weather for Boaters - Weather for Boaters Don't let bad weather ruin your day! Understand the specifics of a forecast and anticipate how the weather will impact you. Learn about meteorological systems, how weather is created, and signs of impending poor or dangerous weather.Our newly revised weather course covers the profound changes in the ways weather forecasts are produced and disseminated including how supercomputers make forecasts more accurate and how boaters have many choices in getting them while onboard via internet, satellite communications, and smart phones.What's included?What causes weatherWhy winds blow, fog forms and precipitation fallsHow storms form, behave and moveWhat clouds can tell usHow modern weather forecasts are producedHow to get them using computers, smart phones, radios and satellite communications
7:15 PM - 9:15 PM	Pick-Up Basketball - Pick-Up Basketball (W.25) Meet weekly to play some basketball, meet some new friends, and get some exercise. Sign up as an individual; teams are drawn weekly by rotating captains.  Multiple teams rotate in and out for short games.  Register Early!  Space is limited to 20 players. Please bring a dark colored shirt and a light colored shirt each night for team colors. MUST PRE-REGISTER!  Note- We must have 6 players pre-register in order to run the pick up league.

Thursday April 17, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Abrakadoodle, School's Out ART Program - Schools Out Art - April 17 The best thing to do when ‘School’s Out is to join Abrakadoodle for a morning of Art! Our Art Camp include art lessons,  games, crafts, music, and special activities for children ages 5-12. Abrakadoodle art program offers a multi-media art program that is both educational and fun.  Our curriculum is focused on the elements of art, art techniques, styles, art history and the sequential development of skills. Students create artwork inspired by famous artists, art styles and world cultures while they celebrate their creativity and uniqueness. Our lessons use a variety of safe non-toxic art materials that bring an engaging multi-arts experience to students! Every day os different!"Students will be broken up into age appropriate groups"If interested in Full-day program (9am-4pm) please contact our office.*Material Fees Included in Pricing
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM	A Story and a Craft (A mommy/daddy & me event)- Fired Up Pottery - A Story and a Craft Bring the little ones in to enjoy a book reading as well as a craft inspired by the story. Instructors from Fired up Pottery, LLC Classes Located on the USTC campus 1426 MARSHALTON THORNDALE RD. DOWNINGTOWN, PA, 19335
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
1:40 PM - 2:30 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Pre-School Learn to Skate Session #5 Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Thursday) April 3- May 8 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Kettlebells with Coach Ana - Kettlebell Class (Spring)  Join our Kettlebell Fitness class and learn the fundamentals of kettlebell training! Start with the basics and master key moves like the Turkish Get Up, swings, cleans, and snatches. This functional full-body workout combines strength and conditioning for a powerful, effective training session! Please bring your own kettle bells. Beginners: 5, 15, 25 lbs (one of each)Intermediate: 15, 25, 35 lbs (one of each)Advanced: 25, 35, 45 lbs. (one of each)The instructor will have a few to try at the first class. Summer dates will be available in May 2025 & Fall dates will be available in August 2025.**2/5/25: Class was delayed by two weeks due to an instructor injury and was moved to virtual until she heels. Questions call our office.**Suggestions:  Fitness Gear Adjustable Kettlebell (at Dick's) Yes4All Kettlebells Grip, Dumbbell Grip Handle, Convert Dumbbells into Kettlebell for Home Gym, Kettlebell for Weights Plate (on Amazon) If you already have dumbbells.
5:40 PM - 6:10 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Skate Thursday - Session 5.5 Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Children's Book Illustrations- April 3- May 8 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Thursday) April 10- May 15 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Children's Book Illustrations- April 3- May 8 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Boating (Marine) Navigation - Boating Navigation The Marine Navigation is a course which covers the basics of coastal and inland navigation. This course focuses on navigation as it is done on recreational boats today and embraces GPS as a primary navigation tool while covering traditional techniques so the student will be able to find his/her way even if their GPS fails. OpenCPN, free software that runs on Windows, MAC and other systems, will be taught in the class to demonstrate to students how to use electronic charting software. OpenCPN is a marine navigation program that is state-of-the-art and in wide use by commercial and recreational boating enthusiasts. The course includes in-class exercises, developing the student's skills through hands-on practice and learning. Some of the topics covered will include: Charts; Navigation aids; Plotting courses; Converting between True and Magnetic; and Use of GPS, including interpreting GPS displays. Topics covered include: Charts and their interpretation Navigation aids and how they point to safe water Plotting courses and determining direction and distance The mariner’s compass and converting between True and Magnetic Use of GPS – typical GPS displays and information they provide, setting up waypoints and routes, staying on a GPS route. Pre-planning safe courses and entering them into the GPS Use of OpenCPN navigation software Monitoring progress and determining position by both GPS and traditional techniques such as bearings and dead reckoning The “Seaman’s Eye” – simple techniques for checking that one is on course.

Friday April 18, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Abrakadoodle, School's Out ART Program - Schools Out Art - April 18 The best thing to do when ‘School’s Out is to join Abrakadoodle for a morning of Art! Our Art Camp include art lessons,  games, crafts, music, and special activities for children ages 5-12. Abrakadoodle art program offers a multi-media art program that is both educational and fun.  Our curriculum is focused on the elements of art, art techniques, styles, art history and the sequential development of skills. Students create artwork inspired by famous artists, art styles and world cultures while they celebrate their creativity and uniqueness. Our lessons use a variety of safe non-toxic art materials that bring an engaging multi-arts experience to students! Every day os different!"Students will be broken up into age appropriate groups"If interested in Full-day program (9am-4pm) please contact our office.*Material Fees Included in Pricing
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
1:30 PM - 2:10 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Art Workshop- April 18- May 23 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
6:15 PM - 7:05 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Fridays (Session 5) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
8:15 PM - 9:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Intermediate- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!

Saturday April 19, 2025
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM	Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Saturdays with Snapology - Saturdays with Snapology (April) (4 Week Session) Saturdays with Snapology  Join us every Saturday for a creative, hands-on adventure with Snapology! Perfect for young LEGO® enthusiasts, our sessions are all about imagination, teamwork, and fun. Kids will build, create, and explore exciting STEM concepts through engaging challenges and activities. Whether they’re constructing structures, solving puzzles, or designing their own masterpieces, every Saturday is a new opportunity for learning and laughter! Let’s make Saturdays the highlight of your week!    Program Highlights: Hands-On Learning: Every session features themed LEGO® builds and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) activities. Rotating Themes: Each Saturday introduces a new theme to keep kids engaged, such as robotics, engineering challenges, or creative storytelling. Collaborative Play: Kids can work individually or in teams to complete exciting challenges. Fun and Safe Environment: Our trained instructors foster a positive atmosphere for exploration and discovery. Benefits for Kids: Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Sparks creativity and imagination. Develops teamwork and communication abilities. Builds confidence through hands-on achievements. Sample Activities: Creative Build Challenge: Kids construct something inspired by a theme (e.g., Build Your Dream House or Mars Rover). LEGO® Engineering: Create and test simple machines like catapults or pulleys. Robot Exploration: Introduce coding and robotics with LEGO®  or Spike Prime. STEAM Experiments: Fun hands-on science experiments incorporated with LEGO® (like balancing bridges). Collaborative Playtime: Kids share their builds and ideas, learning to collaborate and inspire one another. How to Join: Sign up for a monthly membership to enjoy monthly prices. Drop-ins welcome for single sessions (subject to availability). **Some Saturday classes will be on Sunday due to scheduling conflicts. **There is a $35 drop in fee for each class. Must register by the Friday before the class date.
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Saturday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- April 5- May 3 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:45 AM - 11:35 AM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 4) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
11:40 AM - 12:30 PM	Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 4) We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey.  Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game.  Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more.   All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) April 5- May 10 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- April 12- May 17 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.

Sunday April 20, 2025
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.

Monday April 21, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Abrakadoodle, School's Out ART Program - Schools Out Art - April 21 The best thing to do when ‘School’s Out is to join Abrakadoodle for a morning of Art! Our Art Camp include art lessons,  games, crafts, music, and special activities for children ages 5-12. Abrakadoodle art program offers a multi-media art program that is both educational and fun.  Our curriculum is focused on the elements of art, art techniques, styles, art history and the sequential development of skills. Students create artwork inspired by famous artists, art styles and world cultures while they celebrate their creativity and uniqueness. Our lessons use a variety of safe non-toxic art materials that bring an engaging multi-arts experience to students! Every day os different!"Students will be broken up into age appropriate groups"If interested in Full-day program (9am-4pm) please contact our office.*Material Fees Included in Pricing
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Mondays (Mar-Apr) Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Daytime Yoga with Pearl - Daytime Yoga- Mondays - SPRING Please note: All participants must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. At this time face masks are optional, if you are feeling under the weather please be considerate of the other people attending the class and wear a mask.Yoga is the wonderful science of physical and mental well being that has withstood the test of time.  You will learn exercises that tone the body and keep you flexible; breathing and meditation techniques that quiet the nervous system; and raise your energy level and dynamic positive thinking.Register early - space is limited and classes fill up quickly!Please bring your own yoga mat with you!
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (11-11:45AM)- WINTER 2 The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training Small Group Personal Training (Mondays) Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community. Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Leslie's experience, she will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- April 7- May 12 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Adult Rock Climbing Class - Intro to Rock Climbing-Adult Need a new fitness activity? Maybe looking for a new hobby? This basic rock climbing class is the perfect introduction to indoor climbing. You will learn foundational skills such as bouldering safety, how to put on a harness, knots, and using the ropes.  Please come to class wearing comfortable clothes and athletic shoes, all climbing equipment is provided.
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Important Knots to know for Boating - Important Knots to know for Boating Do you know which knots to use in every situation? Learn to securely attach your boat and other useful applications. Learn how to secure your boat to docks, piers, and other boats; handle rescue and repair situations; manage running rigging; anchor securely; and tow other vessels or people. This seminar has been designed to help you to know which lines and knots to use in each situation. You'll gain knowledge and hands-on experience selecting the appropriate line and tying the 10 most useful knots, bends, and hitches; and you'll learn how to care for the lines on your boat and on the dock.
7:45 PM - 8:15 PM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (7:45-8:15PM)- WINTER 2 The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.

Tuesday April 22, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Tuesday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Cardio, Strength & Stretch Workout - Cardio, Strength and Stretch (Lunch Express Fitness Class) This class is a fusion of Cardio, Strength and Stretching for a full-body workout.  The our workout starts off with easy-to-follow aerobic combinations to help boost calorie burn and nurture heart health.  Followed by learning functional strength and core exercises to build a stronger body.  And last but not least we stretch it all out to help stay flexible and injury-free!Perfect for all ages and levels! **Each student should need to bring 1 set of lightweight dumbbells and 1 heavy weight dumbbell along with a yoga mat.  What's Recommended: 5-8lbs for a pair of dumbbells and 10-15lb for the 1 heavy weight.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) April 8- May 13 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Pickering Valley After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Bradford Heights After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Programs- Snapology - Junior Engineers- East Ward These after-school programs will be offered from 3:45 to 4:45 PM in the Downingtown Elementary Schools with the exception of West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary School for the 2025 Spring session due to construction. Snapology Junior Engineers- (Spring 2025)In this robotics program, your little engineer will dive into the exciting world of robotics while building cool models that teach the basics of robotic design! They'll get hands-on with motors, creating everything from drills to catapults, and discover how sensors work by playing with a magical wand or a goal kicker. It's a thrilling way for your child to learn all about robots, teamwork, and problem-solving--plus, they'll have a blast while doing it!Snapology Foundational Engineering- (Fall 2025)Does your little learner love to tinker, build, and create--or maybe they enjoy taking things apart to see what makes them tick? If that sounds like them, they're going to have a blast in Snapology's Foundational Engineering. Machines and Contraptions program! This hands-on adventure lets your child dive into the world of mechanical movement and discover the magic of simple machines. They'll get to build exciting machines and contraptions, explore moving parts up-close, and even come up with their own creative designs. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will ignite their passion for engineering and spark their imagination!Snapology Developing Engineers- (Winter 2026)Is your student a curious problem-solver, a big-thinker, or a future engineer in the making? If so, they'll love Snapology;s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This hands-on adventure gives your student all the tools they need to explore mechanical movement, simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They'll get to build exciting models, see how moving parts come together, and then take their creations to the next level by developing their own design ideas. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will spark their interest in engineering and leave them eager to learn more!Please note: In order to ensure the affordability of Snapology programs, children do not get to keep or take home their projects; however, we capture their creative achievements through photography, allowing parents to admire and cherish their creations. We need 6 children registered to run any of these programs!
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) April 1- May 6 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Tuesday) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: April 1- May 6 NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults! When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230 Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!  This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- April 8- May 13 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- March 18- April 22 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- March 18- April 22 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops

Wednesday April 23, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Wednesdays Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates - Basic Beginner Barre (Spring 2025) Basic Beginner Barre/Pilates includes easy strengthening and toning exercises done at the ballet barre and in the center of the studio. Balancing exercises and some basic ballet moves are included. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Please bring a yoga mat, yoga straps and a slightly deflated ball to class.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Wednesday) April 2- May 7 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Bradford Heights After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - East Ward After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Lionville Elementary After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	Afterschool Yoga Club with Miss Rebecca - After School Yoga Club (Wed.) Afterschool Yoga ClubJoin Rebecca from Yoga with Ms. Rebecca for afternoons full of movement and mindfulness. During each session we will practice yoga, complete a mindfulness craft, and play fun yoga games. We will also incorporate fun themes and stories along the way!  All materials are provided and no experience is necessary.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Youth Ceramics- March 19- April 23 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Youth Ceramics- March 19- April 23 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Spring) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Wednesdays at Broad Run Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Spring) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Evening Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Elementary Evening Art Class Oh La-La Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week program
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Spring) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- March 29- April 30 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:30 PM - 7:00 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Spring) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Weather for Boaters - Weather for Boaters Don't let bad weather ruin your day! Understand the specifics of a forecast and anticipate how the weather will impact you. Learn about meteorological systems, how weather is created, and signs of impending poor or dangerous weather.Our newly revised weather course covers the profound changes in the ways weather forecasts are produced and disseminated including how supercomputers make forecasts more accurate and how boaters have many choices in getting them while onboard via internet, satellite communications, and smart phones.What's included?What causes weatherWhy winds blow, fog forms and precipitation fallsHow storms form, behave and moveWhat clouds can tell usHow modern weather forecasts are producedHow to get them using computers, smart phones, radios and satellite communications
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Spring) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!
7:15 PM - 9:15 PM	Pick-Up Basketball - Pick-Up Basketball (W.25) Meet weekly to play some basketball, meet some new friends, and get some exercise. Sign up as an individual; teams are drawn weekly by rotating captains.  Multiple teams rotate in and out for short games.  Register Early!  Space is limited to 20 players. Please bring a dark colored shirt and a light colored shirt each night for team colors. MUST PRE-REGISTER!  Note- We must have 6 players pre-register in order to run the pick up league.
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction by Rich Mckenzie - Guitar/Bass/Mandolin/Cello Instruction (Spring) Ever wanted to learn how to play music? Now’s your chance! Enjoy private lessons with professional musician and instructor Rich McKenzie. Whether you’re interested in Guitar, Bass, Mandolin, or Cello (Levels 1 and 2 only), Rich will guide you through the basics and beyond. Lessons can include Folk, Country, Rock, Blues, and Irish styles upon request. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Rich is passionate about helping his students succeed.Time slots are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you’re interested in duo lessons, please contact the DARC office. *Note: Participants must bring their own instruments. No makeup lessons will be offered unless canceled due to weather or by the instructor. Be sure to note your instrument and preferred time slot during registration!Classes will only run if there are five or more registrations. Rich is offering his students the option of registering for in-person classes or virtual classes (via ZOOM).  Please let us know during the registration process which type of instruction you would like!

Thursday April 24, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM	A Story and a Craft (A mommy/daddy & me event)- Fired Up Pottery - A Story and a Craft Bring the little ones in to enjoy a book reading as well as a craft inspired by the story. Instructors from Fired up Pottery, LLC Classes Located on the USTC campus 1426 MARSHALTON THORNDALE RD. DOWNINGTOWN, PA, 19335
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Tennis Clinics with Justin DePietropaolo - Experienced Adult Morning Tennis Clinic (SPRING) Adult Experienced Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Experienced Adult Tennis class focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate. Adult Fundamental Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Fundamental Adult Tennis Clinic are for players who are looking to get into tennis or maybe have just had a clinic here and there. This clinic will go over fundamentals of strokes and the game. Adult Tennis Open Sunday Morning Clinic:Join this adult class that focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate.  Players will need to provide their own racquet.Instructor: Justin DePietropaolo  (Downingtown High School - East and West Men's and Women's Tennis Coach)
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Thursdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Adult Tennis Clinics with Justin DePietropaolo - Fundamental Adult Morning Tennis Clinic (SPRING) Adult Experienced Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Experienced Adult Tennis class focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate. Adult Fundamental Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Fundamental Adult Tennis Clinic are for players who are looking to get into tennis or maybe have just had a clinic here and there. This clinic will go over fundamentals of strokes and the game. Adult Tennis Open Sunday Morning Clinic:Join this adult class that focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate.  Players will need to provide their own racquet.Instructor: Justin DePietropaolo  (Downingtown High School - East and West Men's and Women's Tennis Coach)
1:40 PM - 2:30 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Pre-School Learn to Skate Session #5 Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Uwchlan Hills After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Thursday) April 3- May 8 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Ballet, Tap, and Tumble- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Thursdays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Kettlebells with Coach Ana - Kettlebell Class (Spring)  Join our Kettlebell Fitness class and learn the fundamentals of kettlebell training! Start with the basics and master key moves like the Turkish Get Up, swings, cleans, and snatches. This functional full-body workout combines strength and conditioning for a powerful, effective training session! Please bring your own kettle bells. Beginners: 5, 15, 25 lbs (one of each)Intermediate: 15, 25, 35 lbs (one of each)Advanced: 25, 35, 45 lbs. (one of each)The instructor will have a few to try at the first class. Summer dates will be available in May 2025 & Fall dates will be available in August 2025.**2/5/25: Class was delayed by two weeks due to an instructor injury and was moved to virtual until she heels. Questions call our office.**Suggestions:  Fitness Gear Adjustable Kettlebell (at Dick's) Yes4All Kettlebells Grip, Dumbbell Grip Handle, Convert Dumbbells into Kettlebell for Home Gym, Kettlebell for Weights Plate (on Amazon) If you already have dumbbells.
5:40 PM - 6:10 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Skate Thursday - Session 5.5 Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Children's Book Illustrations- April 3- May 8 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Thursday) April 10- May 15 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Children's Book Illustrations- April 3- May 8 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Boating (Marine) Navigation - Boating Navigation The Marine Navigation is a course which covers the basics of coastal and inland navigation. This course focuses on navigation as it is done on recreational boats today and embraces GPS as a primary navigation tool while covering traditional techniques so the student will be able to find his/her way even if their GPS fails. OpenCPN, free software that runs on Windows, MAC and other systems, will be taught in the class to demonstrate to students how to use electronic charting software. OpenCPN is a marine navigation program that is state-of-the-art and in wide use by commercial and recreational boating enthusiasts. The course includes in-class exercises, developing the student's skills through hands-on practice and learning. Some of the topics covered will include: Charts; Navigation aids; Plotting courses; Converting between True and Magnetic; and Use of GPS, including interpreting GPS displays. Topics covered include: Charts and their interpretation Navigation aids and how they point to safe water Plotting courses and determining direction and distance The mariner’s compass and converting between True and Magnetic Use of GPS – typical GPS displays and information they provide, setting up waypoints and routes, staying on a GPS route. Pre-planning safe courses and entering them into the GPS Use of OpenCPN navigation software Monitoring progress and determining position by both GPS and traditional techniques such as bearings and dead reckoning The “Seaman’s Eye” – simple techniques for checking that one is on course.

Friday April 25, 2025
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
1:30 PM - 2:10 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Fridays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Lionville Elementary After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Programs- Snapology - Junior Engineers- Bradford Heights These after-school programs will be offered from 3:45 to 4:45 PM in the Downingtown Elementary Schools with the exception of West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary School for the 2025 Spring session due to construction. Snapology Junior Engineers- (Spring 2025)In this robotics program, your little engineer will dive into the exciting world of robotics while building cool models that teach the basics of robotic design! They'll get hands-on with motors, creating everything from drills to catapults, and discover how sensors work by playing with a magical wand or a goal kicker. It's a thrilling way for your child to learn all about robots, teamwork, and problem-solving--plus, they'll have a blast while doing it!Snapology Foundational Engineering- (Fall 2025)Does your little learner love to tinker, build, and create--or maybe they enjoy taking things apart to see what makes them tick? If that sounds like them, they're going to have a blast in Snapology's Foundational Engineering. Machines and Contraptions program! This hands-on adventure lets your child dive into the world of mechanical movement and discover the magic of simple machines. They'll get to build exciting machines and contraptions, explore moving parts up-close, and even come up with their own creative designs. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will ignite their passion for engineering and spark their imagination!Snapology Developing Engineers- (Winter 2026)Is your student a curious problem-solver, a big-thinker, or a future engineer in the making? If so, they'll love Snapology;s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This hands-on adventure gives your student all the tools they need to explore mechanical movement, simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They'll get to build exciting models, see how moving parts come together, and then take their creations to the next level by developing their own design ideas. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will spark their interest in engineering and leave them eager to learn more!Please note: In order to ensure the affordability of Snapology programs, children do not get to keep or take home their projects; however, we capture their creative achievements through photography, allowing parents to admire and cherish their creations. We need 6 children registered to run any of these programs!
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Art Workshop- April 18- May 23 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Acro Beginner- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Arty Night Out with Abrakadoodle - Arty Night Out - April 25th Arty Night Out with Abrakadoodle!Make a reservation and drop your child off for Arty Night Out! Your child will explore different artists,techniques, and medium! They may meet new friends, have a ton of fun and will come home with two completed projects that can be used for gifts or add a little more for your home décor!Bring an extra $10 if interested in joining us for pizza!
6:15 PM - 7:05 PM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Fridays (Session 5) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- WINTER 2 Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
7:15 PM - 8:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Beginner- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
8:15 PM - 9:15 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Hip Hop Intermediate- WINTER 2 Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!

Saturday April 26, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp (Spring) Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Bootcamp Fitness Class - Bootcamp Drop-in (April 26) Get ready to sweat and strengthen with our outdoor Bootcamp! This full-body workout features high-energy bodyweight circuits and plyometric (HIIT-style) training designed to build strength and endurance. No equipment needed—just bring your energy and get ready to move in the fresh air!Choose from an 8wk program or register by the week (drop-in rate).Fall 2025 dates available in August.
8:30 AM - 9:15 AM	Adult Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks - A Different Skate of Mind Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Saturdays with Snapology - Saturdays with Snapology (April) (4 Week Session) Saturdays with Snapology  Join us every Saturday for a creative, hands-on adventure with Snapology! Perfect for young LEGO® enthusiasts, our sessions are all about imagination, teamwork, and fun. Kids will build, create, and explore exciting STEM concepts through engaging challenges and activities. Whether they’re constructing structures, solving puzzles, or designing their own masterpieces, every Saturday is a new opportunity for learning and laughter! Let’s make Saturdays the highlight of your week!    Program Highlights: Hands-On Learning: Every session features themed LEGO® builds and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) activities. Rotating Themes: Each Saturday introduces a new theme to keep kids engaged, such as robotics, engineering challenges, or creative storytelling. Collaborative Play: Kids can work individually or in teams to complete exciting challenges. Fun and Safe Environment: Our trained instructors foster a positive atmosphere for exploration and discovery. Benefits for Kids: Enhances problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Sparks creativity and imagination. Develops teamwork and communication abilities. Builds confidence through hands-on achievements. Sample Activities: Creative Build Challenge: Kids construct something inspired by a theme (e.g., Build Your Dream House or Mars Rover). LEGO® Engineering: Create and test simple machines like catapults or pulleys. Robot Exploration: Introduce coding and robotics with LEGO®  or Spike Prime. STEAM Experiments: Fun hands-on science experiments incorporated with LEGO® (like balancing bridges). Collaborative Playtime: Kids share their builds and ideas, learning to collaborate and inspire one another. How to Join: Sign up for a monthly membership to enjoy monthly prices. Drop-ins welcome for single sessions (subject to availability). **Some Saturday classes will be on Sunday due to scheduling conflicts. **There is a $35 drop in fee for each class. Must register by the Friday before the class date.
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- WINTER 2 (Saturday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Studio- April 5- May 3 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:45 AM - 11:35 AM	Learn to Ice Skate @ Power Play Ice Rinks (new) - Learn to Ice Skate - Saturdays (Session 5) Have fun while learning the fundamentals of ice skating. The Learn to Skate Program is open to individuals of all ages; children through adult.  No previous skating experience is required. Each class consists of a 25-minute group lesson and a 25-minute of a supervised practice session. Students may bring one adult Parent/Guardian on ice during ONLY during their 25 min. practice for a fee.  No siblings or other coaches instead of parent! Skate rental is included in the cost of enrollment.Helmet Rule: children under the age of 7 years are required to wear a bike or hockey helmet.  Power Play Ice Rink does not loan helmets.  You may purchase one in the rink pro-shop."Pre-School Learn to Skate"  this class is set up to teach your 3-6 year old to learn to ice skate.NEW! Thursday Night Learn to Skate ".5 Program"     Starting in March on Thursday Nights our earn to Skate Class is only a 30 minute lesson with no extra practice. Open to Ages 4 to Adult.Adult Learn to Skate Program!"A Different Skate of Mind" - for ages 14 and older.  This program consist of a 45minute supervised practice session each class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating in a mature, adult only environment, where no previous skating experience is required.  This is the perfect opportunity to learn the skills and give you the abilities to assist your children when taking your kids ice skating on a local pond or ice skating at the  Rockerfeller Center rink in New York City.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM	Reserved
11:10 AM - 11:50 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Hickory Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Saturdays at Kerr Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Saturday) April 5- May 10 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Corr Birthday Party
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Beginner Sewing for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Beginner Sewing: April 5- May 17 NEW Sewing Class for Children & Adults! When: Saturdays, 4:00- 5:30 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $150 Whether you're looking to learn how to repair household items or start a creative project like making an apron, a pillow or tote bag, this class is perfect for you! Our beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of hand sewing, then gradually teach you how to use a sewing machine. What You'll Learn: Hand-sewing techniques Sewing machine basics Sewing terminology Creative project ideas This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 10 years old.
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery R and R- April 12- May 17 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
11:40 PM - 12:30 PM	Learn to Play Ice Hockey @ Power Play Ice Rink - Learn to Play Ice Hockey - Saturdays (Session 5) We offer a Learn to Play Hockey class that is devoted to enhancing the hockey skills needed to advance players into youth ice hockey.  Our philosophy is to allow the players to develop their hockey skills while growing their love for the game.  Every week the players will work on skating skills, puck skills, and partake in some type of game to keep them coming back for more.   All Participants should be able to skate around the ice without falling, do some type of stop, and be able to move backwards.We recommend all players begin their journey in the Learn to Skate program before beginning ice hockey.Required Equipment: Hockey helmet with cage, elbow pads, cup/pelvic protector, hockey shin pads, ice hockey stick, should pads and hockey pants. Rental skates are provided free of charge for those who need them. See the US Hockey Supply Pro Shop for great deals on equipment.

Sunday April 27, 2025
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Professional CPR (for Healthcare Providers) - Professional CPR This advanced CPR class is intended to certify healthcare professionals (i.e. nurses, doctors, firefighters, police, dental personnel, etc.). Adult CPR, Pediatric CPR, & AED instruction are all included. Course includes how to care for a choking or non-breathing patient. Will receive an American Heart Association Certification at the end of class.
8:45 AM - 9:15 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Adult Tennis Clinics with Justin DePietropaolo - Adult Tennis Open Sunday Morning Clinic (Spring) Adult Experienced Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Experienced Adult Tennis class focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate. Adult Fundamental Tennis Clinics (Thursdays):Our Fundamental Adult Tennis Clinic are for players who are looking to get into tennis or maybe have just had a clinic here and there. This clinic will go over fundamentals of strokes and the game. Adult Tennis Open Sunday Morning Clinic:Join this adult class that focuses on instruction and drills that will help players take their game to the next level. Players should have some prior tennis experience in order to participate.  Players will need to provide their own racquet.Instructor: Justin DePietropaolo  (Downingtown High School - East and West Men's and Women's Tennis Coach)
9:25 AM - 10:05 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
10:15 AM - 10:55 AM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
12:40 PM - 1:20 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Sundays at East Brandywine Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Primary Art Experience (Sunday) March 30- May 11 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Sundays) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.

Monday April 28, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Cardio Fitness with Dance 4 Fitness - Dance Party Mondays (April-June) Dance Party (Mon. or Wed.)Get ready to move and groove in our Dance Party class, a fun-filled workout similar to Zumba! Enjoy a full-body warm-up followed by easy-to-follow, fast-paced choreography set to upbeat music from around the world. This interval-based aerobic workout combines high and low rhythms to burn calories, sculpt your body, and elevate your heart rate. Dancing for fitness not only strengthens your heart and muscles but also boosts your mood and mental well-being. Come join the party and feel the benefits of fitness through dance!Unlimited Cardio Fitness (T/W/Th)Get a full-body aerobic workout set to energizing music from around the globe! This class features easy-to-follow choreography that keeps you moving and grooving while combining high and low-intensity intervals to elevate your heart rate. Burn calories, sculpt your body, and have fun while getting fit!All indoor classes are held at Lionville School of Dance (11 S. Village Ave. Exton, PA 19341).Cindy has worked as an occupational therapist for 25 years, helping her patients and clients rehabilitate from injuries, maintain their functional independence, and maximize their quality of life. With a master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology she is also certified in Zumba®, Zumba Toning®, Group Fitness, and Personal Training.Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Cindy and Leslie's combined experience, they will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Daytime Yoga with Pearl - Daytime Yoga- Mondays - SPRING Please note: All participants must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. At this time face masks are optional, if you are feeling under the weather please be considerate of the other people attending the class and wear a mask.Yoga is the wonderful science of physical and mental well being that has withstood the test of time.  You will learn exercises that tone the body and keep you flexible; breathing and meditation techniques that quiet the nervous system; and raise your energy level and dynamic positive thinking.Register early - space is limited and classes fill up quickly!Please bring your own yoga mat with you!
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Adult Tap Beginner-Spring The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (11-11:45AM)- Spring The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM	Small Group Personal Training on ZOOM with Tone to Transform Fitness - Small Group Personal Training Small Group Personal Training (Mondays) Take your fitness to the next level with Leslie from Tone to Transform Fitness! Whether your goal is to improve strength, lose weight, build muscle, or enhance overall fitness, our trainers provide personalized solutions tailored to your needs. This ONLINE program offers flexibility with Zoom participation. Focus on fall prevention, posture improvement, and emotional wellness while building confidence in a fun, supportive community. Leslie is a certified instructor in Group Fitness and Personal Fitness Training with the American Aerobic Association International (AAAI). She has been using her skills in all areas of fitness and dance fitness for the past 29 years. Native to Colombia, Leslie came to the US when she was a teenager and is subsequently fluent in both Spanish and English.With Leslie's experience, she will help exercise your body and brain in a safe, supportive environment. So, don't wait -- join the fun with Dance 4 Fitness & Personal Training!
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Brandywine Wallace After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Pottery for All- April 7- May 12 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
5:05 PM - 5:45 PM	Spring Youth Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-8) - Mondays at East Caln Park Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.Minis: Ages 2-3Classics: Ages 3-5Premiers: Ages 5-8FYI- The children will learn a new skill each week, participate in drills to practice those skills taught and have the opportunity to score a goal each week.  This is not a youth soccer league.When registering please make sure you choose the correct age, and location you wish to attend. The location is listed under the "place" category.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Introduction to Painting- April 7- May 19 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Introduction to Painting- April 7- May 19 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- Spring Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Pee Wee Jazz- Spring Hip Hop (Fridays)Ages 6-9Students will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.Jazz (Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays) Ages 6-8 (Monday)Ages 8-11 (Tuesday)Ages 11+ (Wednesday)Students will develop strength, flexibility and conditioning technique and progressions including turns, kicks and leaps. In a Jazz class the dancers also learn many fun and trendy dance steps that are used for all forms of dance.Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 7-10This class combines skills of both dance and gymnastics. Classes focus on developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, concentration, muscle control, and discipline. Dancers study acrobatic techniques and explore how these techniques can be applied other forms of dance.Ballet, Tap, and Tumble (Thursdays)Age 7A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	AIS for Boaters (Automated Identification System) - Boat AIS (Automated Identification System) With the Automated Identification System (AIS) for marine vessels, you can avoid collisions in crowded waters by knowing the name and locations of other boats and ships, how close they will come, and when to act. Many AIS systems also broadcast your boat’s information to other boats so they can also make better, safer boating decisions.Our AIS Electronics for Boaters seminar can help you decide if an Automatic Identification System is right for you and show you how AIS and Radar differ. AIS electronics are not just for commercial vessels and more recreational vessels are employing this technology for safer cruising.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	America's Boating Course - America's Boating Course America’s Boating Course is offered by Americas Boating Club Valley Forge (Main Line Sail and Power Squadron)The ABC boating course is designed for the operators of power, sail, paddle, personal watercraft and fishing boats. The course is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators and recognized by the United States Coast Guard. It meets Pennsylvania’s requirements to obtain a Pennsylvania Boating Safety Education Certificate which is honored by most states including PA, MD, DE and NJ. The America’s Boating Course topics include:• Getting Started: types of power boats; sailboats; outboards; paddle boats; houseboats and personal water craft. • Required Safety Equipment: personal flotation devices ("life jackets"); fire extinguishers; sound-producing devices; visual-distress signals; dock lines and rope; first aid kit; anchors and anchor lines; other boating safety equipment. • Going Boating: how to get started with using your boat.• Navigation Rules: navigation rules (sometimes referred to as right-of-way rules); avoiding collisions. • Navigation Aids: the U.S. Aids to Navigation system; types of buoys and beacons• Lights and Sounds: required running lights and sound signals• Government Regulations: boat registration; boating regulation; hull identification number; required boat safety equipment; operating safely and reporting accidents; protecting the marine environment; Federal boat law; state boating laws; personal watercraft requirements. • Pennsylvania & Local Regulations• Finding your way: Use of nautical charts, GSP and navigation tools.• Anchoring: ; choosing and using an anchor• Adverse conditions and emergencies: hypothermia; boating accidents and rescues; man overboard recovery; capsizing; running aground; river hazards; strainers: emergency radio calls; engine problems; equipment failures; carbon monoxide (CO); other boating and PWC problems.• Communications Afloat: use of marine radios. • Water Sports Safety: Water-skiing safety guidelines and hand signals; water-skiing with a PWC; navigating rivers, and other boating tips.• Trailering: types of trailers; trailer brakes, lights, hitches, tires, and bearings; loading, balancing, and towing (and backing) a trailer; boat launching and retrieving;• PWC Operations• Knots and Lines
7:45 PM - 8:15 PM	Adult Tap Classes for ages 18+ with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Advance Beginner Tap (7:45-8:15PM)- Spring The Victoria Irey Dance Studio is located at: 1233 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown, PA, 19335. Adult Tap Are you looking for a fun way to exercise? Put on those new tap shoes and release that dancing talent! It's a great way to get moving, regulate weight, generate energy, and literally tap your troubles away. Tap shoes required.

Tuesday April 29, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Beginner Yoga Stretch - Beginner Yoga Stretch- Tuesdays (Spring 2025) Beginner Yoga Stretch classes involve gentle and easy stretching, strengthening and balancing. These classes are a wonderful way to relax and soothe the body, mind and spirit. No previous experience required. Instructor: Ingrid Guthrie Ingrid has been teaching fitness classes for over 10 years and enjoys sharing the wealth of knowledge with her students in a thoughtful, caring and fun way. She has studied with, been trained and privately coached by some of the best of the best in the Yoga, Pilate, AcquaPole, Ballet and Dance worlds. Class is available twice a week (tues & thurs) for 7 weeks for $192 OR once a week (tues or thurs) for 7 weeks for $96.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM	Dance Classes for ages 2-6 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio - Kinderdance- Spring (Tuesday) Kinderdance (Saturdays)Ages 3-4This class combines creative movement, rhythm activities, pre-ballet, tap and tumble. Warm-up, stretch and learn basic ballet and tap moves through song. Please wear pink ballet, black tap shoes, black or pink leotard and pink tightsBallet Tap and Tumble (Wednesday)Ages 4-5A combination class that introduces the fundamentals and terminology of ballet, tap and Acro dance while building self-esteem and confidence. This class will cover a lot of different styles and techniques so the younger dancers will feel challenged but not overwhelmed!Acro Beginner (Fridays)Ages 5-6Are you interested in learning how to tumble without the commitment of gymnastics? Learning cartwheels, round offs, cartwheels into walkovers, and handspring back tuck side aerials, training and flexibility-cheerleaders welcome. Professional coach on staff! Clean sneakers or ballet slippers. (Intermediate Tumbling- experience necessary!)Pee Wee Jazz (Mondays)Ages 5-7Learn fast moving steps to music by pop artists. Warm-up, stretching, turns, leaps and traveling moves down the floor ending with a fun combination. Please wear a leotard and tights and bring Jazz Shoes (required) to class.For Jazz (Ages 6-8) and Beginner Hip-Hop (Ages 6-9) go to the Dance Classes for ages 7-17 with Victoria J Irey Dance Studio program tabHip Hop Beginner (Fridays)Ages 6 and upStudents will study the hip hop dance with Jazz, Funk, Pop and World Freestyle influences.  Learn to move your body to fun rhythms with friends. Come check out the newest addition to our staff and learn the many different styles of hip hop! Please wear comfortable clothes and clean sneakers. No street shoes.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM	Cardio, Strength & Stretch Workout - Cardio, Strength and Stretch (Lunch Express Fitness Class) This class is a fusion of Cardio, Strength and Stretching for a full-body workout.  The our workout starts off with easy-to-follow aerobic combinations to help boost calorie burn and nurture heart health.  Followed by learning functional strength and core exercises to build a stronger body.  And last but not least we stretch it all out to help stay flexible and injury-free!Perfect for all ages and levels! **Each student should need to bring 1 set of lightweight dumbbells and 1 heavy weight dumbbell along with a yoga mat.  What's Recommended: 5-8lbs for a pair of dumbbells and 10-15lb for the 1 heavy weight.Meet the Instructor: Deanna Stissi has nearly 20 years of experience in the fitness industry specializing in group fitness and 1-on-1 custom training. Dance, Strength and Yoga have been her specialty formats and throughout the years have set her lessons apart from the rest, making it a “Triple-Threat” experience for her clients. A lifetime dancer, she started out her journey as a dance fitness instructor in 2005. Soon after, she suffered a whiplash injury from a car accident that led her to Yoga. After discovering the healing power of Yoga, she has been sharing it with others ever since. She furthered her education in Functional Movement and offered Functional Exercise and Assisted Stretching Therapy in several chiropractic environments. She applies her education into all of her formats making them custom, functional and safe for every client. Currently she has combined her skill-set and experience to create formats packaging her Triple-Threat Fitness system. Her mission is to offer fitness formats in an easy, fun and effective way for all ages and fitness levels.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Pottery Classes at The Chrysalis Art Center - Adult Open Pottery (Tuesday) April 8- May 13 Pottery Classes for Youth and Adults Mondays: Pottery for All (family & friend oriented) from 4-6pm Tuesdays: Pottery- Open Adult - all levels from Noon -2pm Wednesday: Youth Pottery 4-6pm Thursdays: Pottery – Open Adult - all levels of experience from 6-8pm Saturdays: Beginner Pottery for Stress Relief and Relaxation from 5-7pm Pottery for ALL (Mondays, 4:00-6:00PM)Looking for a fun art activity as a family or group of friends? This class is a great opportunity to work with clay at your own level but along side your favorite people. Share the good times this winter, spring or fall (summer by appointment). Create original pieces of pottery or sculpture using red, white or brown clay. We will fire it for you and if you want to glaze, you can come back for a relaxing painting session with our large selection of glazes requiring another firing. All materials are included and experienced instruction as needed. Shaping clay is therapeutic whether is be by hand or thrown on the wheel!Adult Open Pottery Class (Tuesdays, 12:00-2:00PM or Thursdays, 6:00-8:00PM) Open to all ranges of experience, this pottery class gives students the opportunity to make whatever they want. The instructor will help students create and advance their skills in both wheel throwing and hand building. Come with ideas of your own or the instructor will give you project ideas at your skill level.Youth Ceramics (Wednesdays, 4:00-6:00PM)Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)Beginner Pottery (Saturdays, 5:30-7:30pm) ages 13+Experience the restorative power of clay in this course designed to enhance well-being while learning basic pottery techniques that will serve as the foundation for your pottery practice. The tactile experience of pottery is inherently meditative. Your heart rate and blood pressure lower, your breathing regulates, and your stress level naturally subsides as you immerse yourself in this primal art form. With a focus on process, this class can soothe the psyche and provide a much needed emotional reprieve.  (Families with younger children may sign-up by calling the DARC Office)The Chrysalis Art Center is now located at Ivystone Studio Barn - 138 Moore Rd. Downingtown, Pa 19335.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art Clubs with Young Rembrandts - SPRING - Pickering Valley After School Art Club Spring has sprung, and that means it’s time for SPRINGTIME FUN WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS! If your little artist is captivated by the magic of the movies, they’ll love bringing our movie theater still life to life. Ready for an adventure? Drawing Aladdin's Lamp will be a wish come true! We’re also riding the waves with our super cool Surfer & Wave illustration—it’s totally rad!  For those with a love for fantasy, our baby dragons lesson will fire up their imagination and teach them to master color and composition.  And to top it all off, we’ll explore the world of art legends with a stunning portrait of Frida Kahlo to spark their creativity. Don’t let this artistic adventure pass by—sign up today and let the creativity bloom!*No Programs at West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary Schools do to the current construction projects.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Art with Abrakadoodle - SPRING 2025 - Bradford Heights After School Art (Spring 2025)We will leverage our unique imaginations and create masterpieces withwatercolors, Model Magic ® modeling compound, chalk, tempera paints, special crayons, oil pastels, acrylic paints and more while exploring color, designing vertical garden sculptures, and building nocturnal animals. Bubbles pop with drawing chalk! A still life explodes onto paper with construction paper crayons and watercolors. Don’t forget oil pastels that inspire lively molas. Have a colorful time creating your own unique masterpieces using so many different materials! *Material Fees Included in Pricing for this 6 week programPlease Note: No programs in Beaver Creek or West Bradford Elementary Schools due to the current school construction.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	After School Programs- Snapology - Junior Engineers- East Ward These after-school programs will be offered from 3:45 to 4:45 PM in the Downingtown Elementary Schools with the exception of West Bradford or Beaver Creek Elementary School for the 2025 Spring session due to construction. Snapology Junior Engineers- (Spring 2025)In this robotics program, your little engineer will dive into the exciting world of robotics while building cool models that teach the basics of robotic design! They'll get hands-on with motors, creating everything from drills to catapults, and discover how sensors work by playing with a magical wand or a goal kicker. It's a thrilling way for your child to learn all about robots, teamwork, and problem-solving--plus, they'll have a blast while doing it!Snapology Foundational Engineering- (Fall 2025)Does your little learner love to tinker, build, and create--or maybe they enjoy taking things apart to see what makes them tick? If that sounds like them, they're going to have a blast in Snapology's Foundational Engineering. Machines and Contraptions program! This hands-on adventure lets your child dive into the world of mechanical movement and discover the magic of simple machines. They'll get to build exciting machines and contraptions, explore moving parts up-close, and even come up with their own creative designs. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will ignite their passion for engineering and spark their imagination!Snapology Developing Engineers- (Winter 2026)Is your student a curious problem-solver, a big-thinker, or a future engineer in the making? If so, they'll love Snapology;s Developing Engineers: Mechanical Masterminds program! This hands-on adventure gives your student all the tools they need to explore mechanical movement, simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They'll get to build exciting models, see how moving parts come together, and then take their creations to the next level by developing their own design ideas. Whether they're the creative builder or the curious explorer, this program will spark their interest in engineering and leave them eager to learn more!Please note: In order to ensure the affordability of Snapology programs, children do not get to keep or take home their projects; however, we capture their creative achievements through photography, allowing parents to admire and cherish their creations. We need 6 children registered to run any of these programs!
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Children Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 3-12) - Afterschool Art Experience (Tuesday) April 1- May 6 Primary Art Experience: ages 3.5-6.5(Wednesdays from 1-2pm, Saturdays 12:30-1:30pm, or Sundays from 1-2pm)Variety of art experiences to give students the happy feelings of creative expression in a small cohort of art friends. Skill and age level appropriate projects developing painting, drawing, mixed media, ceramics, cutting, crafts, etc. Max 12 children, room for 1 parent at workstation.Afternoon/Afterschool Art: (Tuesdays- 4-6:00pm or Thursdays 4-6:00pm) ages 7-11Two hours of foundational art experiences for developing artists, individually based. Work in a studio environment pursuing your art interest, exploring techniques for drawing, painting and sculpture, have a chance to influence project direction and create original artwork. Ongoing classes Tuesdays and Thursdays, come both days or just one day a week. Make up times available.Youth Art Classes on Saturdays (2-4pm) ages 7-12This art class is for students that are missing in-person, hands-on art projects in a variety of forms. Join us for some creative fun! Ceramics has been our main interest area with instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas on canvas, learn brush styles and color theory, study still life, learn from famous artists' styles, sketch and draw during lessons on perspective, animal form and textures, human proportion, Enjoy this small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Please wear a big art T-shirt)Youth Ceramics (4-6pm) ages 7-11Youth Ceramics will receive instruction in basic slab, coil and pinch methods of hand building. Students are encouraged to express their creative ideas. Enjoy the small group interaction while making projects in a studio environment. (Wear a big art T-shirt that can get messy)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Youth Rock Climbing - Youth Rock Climbing Class (Tuesday) Been to a climbing party? To the top of a climbing wall at the mall? At the boardwalk? Found that you love to climb and can't get enough? This four week class uses games, activities and training tips to introduce participants to safe climbing practices.All climbing equipment provided. Please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Kids & Adults at Chrysalis Art Center - Intro to Hand Embroidery: April 1- May 6 NEW Introduction to Hand Embroidery for Children & Adults! When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 7:00 PMDuration: 6 WeeksCost: $230 Hand Embroidery- learn the foundations of embroidery to create decorative stitching on fabric with needle and thread. We will cover the basic stitches, proper technique and a small project to start. Once you know the basics, you will have the opportunity to create a beautiful work of art of your choice with help along the way!  This class is designed for children and adults, so you can join on your own or come with your child for a fun, creative bonding experience. Start with the foundation and build your skills at your own pace! Ready to get started?Sign up today and secure your spot for this fun and practical 6-week class!**Call our office for children younger than 12 years old.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Teen Pottery- April 8- May 13 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Adult Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Center - Let's Draw- April 29- June 3 Let’s Draw Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing.Children's Book Illustration Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class. Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Adult Art Open Studio (Wednesday)Need a break to pursue your creative self in a relaxing environment? Come join our Wednesday evening Art Studio. Each week will have a different art theme. For example: Draw, Paint, Sculpt, Design using our materials, expertise, storage, and workshop space. Steal time for yourself! Artist(s) will be available for instruction or guidance as needed. Individualized project development, collaboration options, resources to share. Work in a studio environment on your own creative idea and art medium. Store your ongoing projects here and utilize our optional showcase. Saturday Adult Arts GroupNeed a creative outlet? A time for you to relax, sip coffee and let the artistic ideas flow? Reawaken the artist in you and join instructor Beth Valitski for a variety of art experiences by interest: ceramics*, painting, oil painting, pastels, drawing techniques, colored pencil portraits (guest artist) and others by request. Claywork has been our favorite this year!Come make ceramics or sculpture and then switch off for a satisfying morning of painting or drawing. Enjoy our small group discussions, work on learning new techniques, experiment, and get the satisfaction of making a thing of beauty with your own hands. ***Don't forget to take a look at the 1 day adult workshops offered!!
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Teen Art Programs with Chrysalis Art Studio (Ages 13-17) - Let's Draw- April 29- June 3 Teen Pottery: (Tuesdays from 5-7pm) ages 12-17Enjoy a fun and creative class where you can let your imagination run free! Create ceramic sculptures, functional pieces such as mugs or bowls, or coil and slab built projects. Whichever you choose, the instructor will help guide you along the way. Children's Book Illustration: (Thursdays from 6-8pm) ages 13+Remember how much fun you had as a kid? Why not relive those happy times now? Jotting down your childhood memories and illustrating them is a great way to start! Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will help you to use your own creative style to bring your childhood stories to life! Come discover for yourself that “ILLUSTRATING IS FUN” during this six-week course.Introduction to Painting (Beginner): (Mondays 6-8pm) ages 12+This class is an introduction to painting for beginners - we will cover how to use the medium, tools, painting techniques, basic color theory, and painting from life. The latter half of the class will consist of a still life study to put all we have learned into practice. There will be demonstrations and practical work time in each class.Students will have the opportunity to explore many painting media, but may concentrate on one medium such as Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Ink, Gouache or tempera.Drawing: (Tuesdays 6-8pm) ages 12+Can’t draw a straight line? Don’t worry. Professional artist and graphic designer Felecia R. Weber will share her techniques to help you transform basic shapes and tones into your own stylized drawings. We invite you to “Come Draw With Us” during this six-week course and develop your creativity through drawing. Fridays: Teen Art Workshop: Any two hours 4-8pm (ongoing). Workshops in areas of interest: Ceramics, Painting, Drawing, Jewelrymaking, Printmaking, Fiber Arts, Paper Arts, Macrame, Mosaics, Enameling, Dyeing, Marbling and Sculpture! Sign up with friends for a small group evening.**Don't forget to check out the other teen workshops