Adult Classes
Classes for adults and teens. We offer a variety of classes based on the season. Classes such as computer software, sewing, cooking, hunter’s safety, firearm safety, writing a book, and more.
See page 6 to the right
Art Classes
We offer art classes for all ages (4 and up). Students can learn to draw cartoons, learn to draw animals, acrylic painting, colored pencils and many more techniques!. We have classes and camps for everyone! There are after school classes, evening classes, and summer camps available.
See pages 20 and 21 to the right
- Safety Town Welcome and Snack Letter
- Pages 25, 26, 27 Dance
- Pages 20, 21 Art
- Page 48 Chess, Musical Theatre
- Page 47 GRASP, Babysitting, Sewing
- Page 38 Safety Town
- Page 36 Miscellaneous Self Defense
- Page 35 Miscellaneous Gymnastics, Hockey, Ice Skating
- Page 34 Miscellaneous Cheer, Flag Football
- Page 33 Miscellaneous Archery, Bowling
- Page 32 Martial Arts
- Page 29 and 30 Fitness
- Page 28 Equestrian
- Page 6 Sewing, Google
- GRASP Registration Form
- Full Color Website Brochure Winter 2019
- Full Color Website Brochure Spring Summer 2019
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 34 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. Watch for classes and camps in our Spring/Summer 2019 Brochure.
Fitness
Join us for a variety of fitness classes for ages 16+. We offer classes such as Zumba, Indoor and Outdoor Yoga, Pilates, Cardio and Strength, and Group Nutrition. Call some friends, put on some comfortable clothing, grab a mat, grab your water bottle, and join us!
See pages 29 and 30 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 35 above.
Martial Arts
Martial arts aids in the development of character and mental strength. We offer Choi Kwang-Do and Tae Kwon Do for all ages. Classes are for ages 3 thru Adult and are taught in a family-friendly atmosphere.
See page 32 above.
Miscellaneous
SLARA offers a variety of classes that may not fit under a standard category. Classes such as archery, babysitting, cheerleading, GRASP, bowling, horseback riding, ice skating, and self defense to name a few.
Archery
NEW for Summer 2019! Discover the sport of Archery! This 6 week beginners' class will cover safety, the basics of shooting, techniques, and range time with no experience required. The fee includes equipment use.
See page 33 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 47 above.
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 33 above.
Grasp
It's that time again! Summer GRASP packets for the kids are available to order. Packets need to be ordered by April 24, 2019.
GRASP is a 9 week correspondence program for grades K-8 which helps students maintain reading and math skills while they are on summer vacation.
See page 47 above for more details.
When ordering please complete the following online GRASP Order Form https://form.jotform.com/80575733888170 OR print the form off of the above list of documents and return to the SLARA office prior to the April 24 deadline.
Horseback Riding
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 28 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 35 above.
Self Defense
Live Safe Academy, LLC is an approved Criminal Justice Training Provider for the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards. Their experienced, dedicated staff consists of law enforcement officers, attorneys, military personnel, registered nurses, and professional educators and trainers. All of their instructors are certified through nationally recognized organizations. They specialize in real-world training that saves lives, including first-aid, assault, and crime prevention, unarmed self-defense and the use of personal protection devices.
See page 36 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
NEW are 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 the summer are a variety of summer camps being offered through American Dance Academy. They are certain to keep children of all ages busy this summer! There are 1/2 day camps for both morning and afternoon. You can pick and choose and go all day if you want
See pages 25, 26 and 27 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 48 above.
Music
The Center for Performing Arts and Learning is offers private music lessons for guitar, ukulele, keyboard, drum and voice!
Check back in the Fall 2019 brochure for more class offerings.
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.
See page 38 above.
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, Karate for ages 3 - 12, and Zumba for ages 3 - 12.
Check back in the Fall 2019 brochure for more class offerings.
