Adult Classes
Classes for adults and teens. We offer a variety of classes based on the season. Classes such as sewing, cooking, hunter’s safety, writing a book, and more.
Art Classes
We offer art classes for all ages (4 and up). Students can learn to draw cartoons, learn various drawing skills, acrylic painting, colored pencils, ceramics, glass etching, garden stone painting and many more techniques! We have classes for everyone!
See pages 7 and 8 to the right
- Page 8 Babysitting
- Page 9 Bowling
- Page 9 Cheerleading
- Page 10 Cooking
- Page 13 Equestrian
- Page 13 Fitness
- Page 14 Gymnastics
- Page 14-15 Martial Arts
- Page 16 Book Writing, Hunters Safety, Sewing
- Page 17 Paranormal Tours and South Lyon History
- Page 18 Music
- Page 19 Musical Theatre
- Page 19 Skating
- Page 20 STEAM
- Pages 7-8 Art
- Pages 11-12 Dance
Cheerleading
Champion Force Athletics is a fun and exciting cheer program for students ages 4 — 18 with or without previous experience. Students will learn jumps, kicks, arm motions, stunting, cheers and chants, and learn a pom dance routine. Students will learn the necessary skills needed for school cheerleading try-outs. This program works to build self confidence, poise, self esteem, and physical fitness.
See page 9 above.
Drivers Education
We have contractually selected All Star Driver Education as the driving school to provide our SLARA students the safest and most cost effect driver education program.
All Star Driver Education has been offering our students their Segment One and Two classes for over 10 years at both South Lyon HS and more recently South Lyon East HS. They have a very engaging program that teaches students to become Safe, Trustworthy, Attentive and Responsible (S.T.A.R.) Drivers! Sign up calling their office at (734) 665-7374 or for South Lyon High School or South Lyon East High School.
DRIVER EDUCATION – SEGMENT ONE and TWO
Date: Monday-Friday
New Classes Offered Every Month of the Year
Right after school/at school, very convenient for both students and parents
Time: 2:30pm-4:30pm
Ages: Must be 14 years and 8 months to start the GDL process – Segment One Course
Instructor: State Certified Instructors from All Star Driver Education
Location: Offered at both South Lyon HS and South Lyon East HS
Fee: Segment One $279 and Segment Two $49
Education Enrichment
SLARA offers classes that are educational to students and follow along with the STEAM program being taught in schools. New for Fall 2019 is Challenge Island. An award-winning, hands-on, Arts Integrated program aligned with Common Core, State and Next Generation Science, ELA, as well as Social/Emotional Standards. We are offering after-school programs for Grades 1 through 8 and an evening class for Grades 6 - 8.
See page 20 above.
Fitness
We offer fitness classes for children and adults. Zumba is a total body workout for ages 16 and up. New for Fall 2019 is Move and Groove for ages 5 to 12. No experience is necessary! Call some friends, put on some comfortable clothing, grab your water bottle, and join us!
See page 13 above.
Gymnastics
This sport involves the performance of exercises requiring physical strength, flexibility, power, agility, coordination, and balance. Jayne Lapham has 30+ years of teaching experience. Jayne's accomplishments include 2nd in the MAG State Finals on the balance beam. She has competed in both the U.S. and Canada. Jayne teaches at Levels 1, 2 and 3 with smaller class sizes.
See page 14 above.
Martial Arts
Martial arts aids in the development of character and mental strength. We offer Choi Kwang-Do and Tae Kwon Do and Karate. Classes are for ages 3 thru Adult and are taught in a family-friendly atmosphere.
See page 14 and 15 above.
Miscellaneous
SLARA offers a variety of classes that may not fit under a standard category. Classes such as babysitting, bowling, horseback riding, ice skating, South Lyon Paranormal Tours just to name a few.
See pages 8, 9, 13, 17, and 19 above.
Babysitting
Are you 11 years old or older and want to get certified for babysitting? Teens will learn great babysitting games, answers to common questions, how to stop sibling squabbling, meal time tips, first aid, diaper duties and much more! This class is guaranteed to be fun and exciting for all kids! Each participant will receive a certificate of completion through Heartbeat LLC and certification through the American Heart Association.
See page 8 above.
Equestrian/Horseback Riding
Bowling
Do you want to create great memories with family and friends? Pinz Bowling Center is the destination for family fun. They feature 28 state of the art bowling lanes with automatic bumpers just for kids. They offer activities for all ages! Classes/leagues include Middle School Bowling Club, Family Doubles, Pizza Pals, Pizza Bumpers, and Zookeepers Bowling.
See page 9 above.
SLARA partners with Wildwind Equestrian Center for a variety of equestrian classes. Wildwind was awarded the Observer Newspaper Best Stable for 6 years in a row and it is right here in South Lyon! Wildwind Equestrian Center is owned by head trainer Vikki Gartner and business manager Cindy Richards. The classes and camps range from Tiny Tot Lessons (ages 4-6) to Senior Riding Lessons (ages 50+). For more detailed course descriptions, please visit www.wildwindstable.com
See page 13 above.
Ice Skating/Hockey
The USA Hockey Arena is a multi-purpose arena in Plymouth Township. Originally known as Compuware Sports Arena, it was renamed to USA Hockey Arena in 2015 when the USA Hockey Foundation purchased the arena. They offer both Learn to Skate (ages 3 and up) and Learn to Play Hockey (ages 6 and up). Beginner skaters are introduced to the basic skating technique in a safe and controlled environment. Each class session is progressive, building upon skills taught in the previous session. Hockey students will be evaluated during the first class and divided into groups based on skill level and age. Emphasis will be on stick handling, passing and shooting. Must have proper hockey equipment.
See page 19 above.
Performing Arts
We offer a wide variety of class in dance and musical theatre.
We offer classes and camps through The Studio which has been rated as a "People's Choice" award winner for the area's top dance studio. There are classes for all ages (2 ½ to 18) and all types of styles (Bounce and Boogie, Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Pom). For more detailed course descriptions visit www.thestudiosouthlyon.com
We have unique and non-traditional classes through the Center for Performing Arts and Learning in Wixom. They are offering classes such as Acro Yoga, Aerial Silks, Ballet for Adults, Bollywood for all ages, Capoeira, Tap, and others for all ages.
Our Musical theatre workshops focus on a variety of dance techniques, singing techniques, basic and intermediate theater, public speaking skills, and improvisation. The sessions end with a culminating performance where parents, friends, and family can come see the tools and skills as well as scenes, songs and dances that the students will learn. Choreographed and directed by Lauren Neuman-The Traveling Trainers.
Dance
We offer classes and camps through The Studio which has been rated as a "People's Choice" award winner for the area's top dance studio. They are committed to offering programs designed to strengthen the body and mind, build self confidence and teach discipline in unique and creative ways. Dance classes for ages 2 ½ to 18! There are classes for all ages and all types of styles. Join The Studio for Bounce and Boogie, Everything Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical and much more. For more detailed course descriptions visit www.thestudiosouthlyon.com
We also offer unique and one of a kind classes through the Center for Performing Arts and Learning in Wixom. They are offering classes such as Acro Yoga, Aerial Silks, Ballet for Adults, Bollywood for all ages, Capoeira, Flamenco, and Taiji for adults.
NEW for Fall is a Polynesian dance class for ages 5 - 10 through American Dance Academy.
See pages 11 and 12 above.
Musical Theatre
Musical theatre workshops focuses on a variety of dance techniques, group and individual singing techniques, basic and intermediate theater, public speaking skills, improvisation, as well as other performing arts techniques. The session will end with a culminating performance where parents, friends, and family can come see the tools and skills as well as scenes, songs and dances that the students will learn with us. Choreographed and directed by Lauren Neuman-The Traveling Trainers.
See page 19 above.
Music
The Center for Performing Arts and Learning is offers private music lessons for guitar, ukulele, keyboard, drum and voice!
See page 18 above.
Safety Town
Safety Town (age approx. 5 years old entering kindergarten)
Educate your upcoming kindergartner with several authentic, hands-on, interactive lessons on…Home and Fire Safety, Electrical Safety, Water Safety, Booster Seat Safety, Bike and Pedestrian Safety, Stranger Danger.
Big Kids Safety Town (age 6-11)
Parents have the critical duty to keep their children safe. But parents can’t always be present, so BIG KIDS Safety Town discusses safety topics so your children can make informed decisions and act wisely on their own. Topics include: Cyber Safety, Bullying, Personal Safety, Poison Safety, Stranger Safety, Sports/Playground Safety, Drugs/Alcohol. If you are lost…, Avoiding Fights, Someone Stealing, Gun Safety, etc… If your child enjoyed Safety Town, they’ll love BIG KIDS Safety Town!
Please complete the following online Safety Town Participant Emergency Form BEFORE class begins https://form.jotform.com/80576490588168. You may complete it online OR print the form off of the above list of documents and return to the SLARA office prior to class starting.
Be sure and print the Safety Town Welcome and Snack Letter from the above documents as well for even more information.
More inofmration will be available in our Winter 2020 brochure.
Tumble Bunnies
Tumble Bunnies! Each of their programs promotes confidence, self-esteem, coordination, courage & FUN for every child. Their unique style of teaching encourages learning and bubbles energetically with non-stop activity. Each of their positive, enthusiastic and energetic programs consists of age appropriate, unique lesson plans that enable successful learning through physical and mental movement. They offer Music classes for ages 3 - 7 and Karate for ages 3 - 12.
See pages 15 and 18 above.
