Spring Session

EVERY STUDENT MUST PURCHASE A MEMBERSHIP.

Enrollment will begin Monday, March 4, 2024.

Our spring session runs from April 2, 2024 through May 25, 2024

Session membership is $175.00 per student.

The first step for enrolling is to enroll the student in membership. The second step is to enroll them in the specific classes.

The membership fee includes two (2) in-person classes and unlimited on-line classes. Each additional in-person class is $50.00. If student takes just one class (either in-person or on-line) their account will be credited $85.00.

NOTE: Cooking classes have an additional $25.00 materials fee to help off-set the cost of food.

All classes are in person unless otherwise noted.

We have several new classes this session – take a look!

New this session is a Drop-In Feature for our Smash Brothers/Gaming Night. See class description for details.

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New families: scroll down below the class schedule for sign up instructions!

Returning families: click below to sign in to JackRabbit and register for classes.

Spring Session: April 2 – May 25, 2024

Tuesday

(FULL) Friendship Band - Ages 16+, 4-5 p.m.

This class is closed and does not allow additional sign-ups, however we hope to add another Friendship Band in the near future, so if interested please let us know!

“We got the rock and roll beat! We’ll knock you off our feet! We are the Friendship Band!”

This class is closed and does not allow for additional sign-ups. However, we hope to add another Friendship Band in the future so, if you are interested, please let us know!

Come join in the fun of making music with the Friendship Band, Whole Children’s resident rock group. This session, we will meet to play our old hits and create new songs together. We will explore writing lyrics, composing melodies, and matching rhythms as a group. We will continue to generate ideas for the Friendship Band’s LIVE performances – including costumes, choreography, and adding video to the gigs. Like the song says, “Friendship is a good idea, the best ideas will save the world!”

Performers must consent to being photographed and videoed and are expected to participate in a number of community performances.

(IT'S BACK) Voice Acting - Ages 13+, 4–5 p.m. Online

Get ready to play and learn about the power of your voice in this introduction to the basics of voice acting! Over the course of a few weeks we will warm up our voices, practice the building blocks of character creation and become more comfortable using our fabulous voices! Come prepared to make lots of silly sounds and laugh! This class is best suited for students who are comfortable reading or memorizing small amounts of text with the help of an adult. We will be conducting classes over Zoom, please find a quiet, comfortable space as class audio may be recorded for projects.

Yoga Dance - Ages 16+, 4:15-5:15 p.m.

Move to the sounds of fabulous music at your own pace to improve flexibility, strength and balance. Experience a reduction in stress, improved cardiovascular fitness, and well-being of body, mind and spirit in a warm and welcoming group setting.

(NEW) Movie Club - All Ages, 5-6 p.m. Online

Are you a movie lover? Come join us on Zoom each week for our movie club! We will watch and discuss a variety of films, including both new releases and timeless classics. Our club offers a welcoming space to share recommendations, discover new favorites, and talk about the movies we enjoy. Grab a snack, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show! (This class is all ages, but we will be watching movies from rating’s G-PG-13 rated.)

Joyful Chorus - All Ages, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Encapsulating the spirit of Whole Children, our Joyful Chorus is a truly inclusive and, of course, joyful opportunity for students to come together in song. We are a performance group, singing at events all over the valley.

This class is supported by a grant from the Department of Developmental Services. Singers must consent to being photographed and videoed, and are expected to participate in a number of community performances.

Wednesday

Book Club: Harry Potter (Book 5) - All Ages, 3-4 p.m. Online

Come join in on a little magic! This weekly book club is a continuation of our read through of the Harry Potter book series where we are currently reading book 5; Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. The group is run by an enthusiastic voice actor who aims to whisk you away into the story! We also take turns reading, discussing the wizarding world and the book is shared digitally over Zoom so anyone can participate!

Boundaries and Relationships - Ages 18+, 4-5 p.m.

Our Boundaries and Relationships class provides students with the building blocks of creating relationships of all types and understanding that boundaries are needed to have safe, healthy relationships.

This session we will be focusing on healthy relationships and dating.

May 1st B&R/Men’s Group social hour: Join us after your class Wednesday, May 1st for an extra hour to hang out with your peers, play games and practice some social skills. This is a great opportunity to meet some new friends and work on small talk/friendship skills with staff nearby to help!

Men's Group - Ages 18+, 4-5 p.m.

What is a real man, anyway?! Men’s Group is a place where men come together, give each other support and discover all of the ways we can be good men. Come join us!

May 1st B&R/Men’s Group social hour: Join us after your class Wednesday, May 1st for an extra hour to hang out with your peers, play games and practice some social skills. This is a great opportunity to meet some new friends and work on small talk/friendship skills with staff nearby to help!

Minecraft - All Ages, 4-5 p.m. Online

Join us in the pixelated world of Minecraft, where gamers explore and build to their hearts’ content! On our designated Minecraft server, students interact with one another while being in the game world, and while chatting with their friends online. Teachers are ready to help those just learning to play, and to model appropriate social skills. Minecraft at Whole Children promotes cooperation and enhances students’ ability to negotiate space and resources.

Note: “Minecraft Java Edition” is required to play with other students on our servers. A personal account can be purchased at Minecraft.net for $26.95. Other versions of Minecraft, such as Win 10 or Bedrock, are not compatible with our servers.

(NEW DAY) Cooking - Ages 16+, 4-5:30 p.m.

Come cook something with your friends! Students work on practical cooking skills while finding new foods to try. They will each get a chance to suggest a dish that we will do our best to recreate. And of course, at the end of class we will get to enjoy the meal together! Some nights we will be making food right before a special event, such as the potluck social or one of our dances. In those cases, we will be making extra food for people to share.

Note: All cooking classes have a $25.00 materials fee to help cover the cost of food.

Thursday

(FULL) Theater - Ages 16+, 4-5:30 p.m.

THEATER IS CLOSED TO OPEN-ENROLLMENT.

We will continue to work on our production of Barbie’s Dreamhouse of Horrors. The performance will be on Friday, May 31st and Saturday, June 1st. All students involved in the play are expected to be available for tech week – Wednesday, May 29th and Thursday, May 30th.

Friday

Indonesian Kung-Fu for Kids - Ages 6-12, 4-5 p.m.

In Indonesian Kung-fu, or “Silat,” students learn both physical and verbal self-defense and martial arts skills with a focus on cooperation, respect, self-awareness and self-control.  Students earn stripes and belts at their own pace while learning the values of hard work and determination. Each session culminates in a presentation and board-breaking demonstration! Families may purchase shirt, belt and pants from the instructor.

(NEW) Art - Ages 14+, 4-5 p.m.

We do a little bit of everything in this class – drawing, painting, fiber arts, collage and more! This class is for everyone with an interest in exploring the visual arts, whether you’re an accomplished artist or someone looking to discover your creative side.

Dungeons and Dragons - Ages 13+, 4-6 p.m. Online

From dungeons to dragons and everything in-between! Come take part in a unique role-playing experience where you and other members of your adventuring party create characters, overcome obstacles and explore the world. Veteran players and newcomers are welcome.

(FULL) Indonesian Kung-Fu for Teens & Adults - Ages 13+, 5-6 p.m.

In Indonesian Kung-fu, or “Silat,” students learn both physical and verbal self-defense and martial arts skills with a focus on cooperation, respect, self-awareness and self-control.  Students earn stripes and belts at their own pace while learning the values of hard work and determination. Each session culminates in a presentation and board-breaking demonstration! Families may purchase shirt, belt and pants from the instructor.

(NEW FEATURE) Friday Night Game Night - All Ages, 6:30-8 p.m. Online (bi-weekly)

Join us every other week for an evening of multiplayer gaming fun as we dive into a rotating selection of beloved multiplayer games. Each class will focus on playing a specific game together. In this session, we will be playing Super Smash Brothers, Among Us, and Mario Kart. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, there’s a place for everyone. Come join in the excitement, make new friends, and experience the thrill of gaming together!
(There is a nonmember drop in price of $10. Call us to sign up for a specific day!)
Class 1 (4/5): Super Smash Bros Ultimate
Class 2 (4/19): Among Us
Class 3 (5/3): Super Smash Bros Ultimate
Class 4 (5/17): Mario Kart 8

If you are new to our online classes you will need a few things to be able to join in:
• A free discord account so you can join our voice chat.
• For Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart, you will need a Nintendo Switch with an online subscription. As well as a copy of ‘super smash bros ultimate’ and ‘Mario Kart 8’.
• For Among Us, you will need a copy of the game downloaded on any of these systems: Android, iOS, PC, PS4/5, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

NOTE: We have a Nintendo Online Subscription that you can join for $10.00 per year. There are only seven (7) slots available and are given on a first come, first serve basis. Please contact us for further information.

NOTE: If you have a friend who’d like to join you for a gaming night, who is not a member of Whole Children, they can drop into one class per session for a cost of $10.00.

Saturday

Movement and Play - Ages 3-7, 10-10:45 a.m.

This social group for young folk focuses on expanding communication by meeting kids at their developmental level and building their strengths. The class will be divided into two parts, first focusing on fine motor activities through art and play, and then on gross motor skills in our Movement Room space.

Legos, Trains & More for Kids - Ages 6-12, 11-11:45 a.m.

We set out all kinds of building materials each class for students to explore: trains, K’NEX, blocks, and of course, Legos. They can build by themselves or cooperatively with others, and we make sure to take time at the end to share our creations. Talking and sharing among the group is strongly encouraged and usually one of the best parts!

Anime Lunch Club - Ages 13+, 12-1:30 p.m.

Relax and watch anime with your friends! Many think of anime as a genre, but it is actually just another way that stories can be told with many different genres to explore. This class offers a forum for everyone to share their favorite shows with each other, which treats us to a large variety of storytelling and art. Anime can contain both constructive and somewhat questionable messages about society and values, so during and after the film our teachers invite students to participate in thoughtful discussion while also cracking a few jokes and gushing about our favorite characters. Because we will be watching during lunchtime, feel free to bring a nut-free lunch!

(FULL) Saturday Cooking Class - Ages 16+, 12-1:30 p.m.

Come cook something with your friends on the weekend! Students work on practical cooking skills while finding new foods to try. They each get a chance to suggest a dish that we do our best to recreate. And of course, at the end of class, we get to enjoy the meal together!

Note: All cooking classes have a $25.00 materials fee to help cover the cost of food.

(FULL) Art - Ages 13+, 1:45-2:45 p.m.

We do a little bit of everything in this class – drawing, painting, fiber arts, collage and more! This class is for everyone with an interest in exploring the visual arts, whether you’re an accomplished artist or someone looking to discover your creative side.

Legos, Trains & More for Teens & Adults - Ages 13+, 1:45-2:45 p.m.

We set out all kinds of building materials each class for students to explore: trains, K’NEX, blocks, and of course, Legos. They can build by themselves or cooperatively with others, and we make sure to take time at the end to share our creations. Talking and sharing among the group is strongly encouraged and usually one of the best parts!

(FULL) Lawn Games - Ages 13+, 2:45-3:45 p.m.

Bocci, Badminton, corn hole and more! Join us this Spring for some fun outside. Learn to play some new games while hanging out with your friends. Do you have another game you love to play outside? Bring it to share with the group! (Gym is available on days when the weather does not want to cooperate.)

Video Game and Minecraft Club - All Ages, 2:45-4 p.m.

We have combined our in-person Minecraft and general Video Game Club for the session. Join us in-person to play with your friends in Smash Brothers, Pokémon or maybe your favorite indie game! Play alone and talk with others or connect in games with multiplayer functionality and play together. We usually play games on the Nintendo Switch console, but feel free to bring along any games you want to share or talk about.

Note: A Nintendo Online subscription is required to play certain Switch games like Smash Brothers or Animal Crossing.

If you are more of a Minecraft enthusiast, join us in the pixelated world of Minecraft, where gamers explore and build to their hearts’ content! On our designated Minecraft server students interact with one another while being in the game world and while chatting with their friends online. Teachers are ready to help those just learning to play, and to model appropriate social skills.

Note: “Minecraft Java Edition” is required to play with other students on our servers. A personal account can be purchased at Minecraft.net for $26.95. Other versions of Minecraft, such as Win 10 or Bedrock, are not compatible with our servers.

Future Classes – We Want to Hear From You!

Is there a class you’d like to see us offer? Something you want us to know about our existing classes? Let us know!

Girl on swing
Person drawing Pokémon
Kid Playing with Trains

NEW FAMILIES

Step 1: If you are new to Whole Children/Milestones Recreation, click the button below to fill out registration forms.

Step 2: After you’ve filled out and submitted all registration forms, click the button below. Watch the video for instructions on how to sign up for our portal and enroll in classes.

Remember, please first sign up for the summer membership before choosing specific classes.

RETURNING FAMILIES

Click below to sign in to JackRabbit and register for classes.

Links for Zoom classes will be emailed to members when payment has been received, and when registration forms have been submitted.

For Discord, the current link will remain accessible to the general public, regardless of membership status, for sending private messages to friends; and it will be moderated by teachers. However, only members will be able to take part in weekly Discord-accessible classes, and only members will have access to the server’s voice chat function.

Scholarships available. See details and download the form here.

Questions? Please email the front desk or call (413) 585-8010.