Gymnastics

Kids will love learning progressive skills that will encourage self-confidence and coordination. These classes provide fun in a friendly environment where children can learn to do gymnastic stunts safely. Students should wear loose clothing such as leotards, shorts, etc. Long hair should be pulled back. No jewelry please. Stud earrings are okay. Choose the class that best fits your child’s needs.

 TODDLER

Age:     2-3 years old with no experience who would still need a parent with them in order to participate. 

          Gymnasts will be introduced to some preschool level skills while interacting with other children

          and learning important social skills.

Toddler 1:
Time: Thursday, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Toddler 2:
Time:   Thursday; 4:45-5:30 p.m.

Price:  $20 resident, $25 nonresident per student with parent

 PRESCHOOL

Age:    3-5 years old who do not need parental interaction during class. Gymnasts will be introduced to skills on floor, beam, bars and spring board.

PRESCHOOL 1:
Time:   Tuesday, 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.

PRESCHOOL 2:
Time:  Thursday, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

PRESCHOOL 3:
Time:   Thursday, 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.

Price:  $20 resident, $25 nonresident 

BEGINNER

Age:    6–12 years old with no experience. Gymnasts will build confidence and strength while learning skills on floor, vault, beam and bars.

Time:   Tuesday, 4:45 – 5:45 p.m. OR Thursday 5:30-6:30

Price:  $27 resident, $32 nonresident

GYMNASTIC SESSION DATES 

October Tuesdays: October 5-26, 2010
October Thursdays: October  7-November 4, 2010.  No class October 14, Turn Off the Violence Night
November Tuesdays: November 2-23, 2010
November Thursdays: November 11-December 9, 2010
December Tuesdays: November 30-December 21, 2010
January Tuesdays/Thursdays: January 1-27, 2011
February Tuesdays/Thursdays: February 1-March 3, 2011.  No class February 22-24: Mid Winter Break
March Tuesdays/Thursdays: March 8-29, 2011
April Tuesdays/Thursdays: April 5-May 5, 2011.  No class April 26-28, Spring Break
May Tuesdays/Thursdays: May 10-June 2, 2011
June Tuesdays/Thursdays: June 7-23 (Three weeks) The price of this class will be prorated for a 3 week session.  

Dragons and Lil' Dragons Karate 

This high energy class is designed for children to learn respect, discipline, confidence, flexibility, balance, coordination, self control, cooperation, health, fun fitness, and stranger awareness. For additional information and to verify availability or any schedule changes, call Mr. Valvona at 734-658-5683 or visit the website at http://www.martialartsmi.org

Li’l Dragons:  5 - 7 years of age

Days:              Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday, ongoing

Time:               5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

Dragons:        8 -10 years of age

Days:          Monday and/or Wednesday

Time:           5:30 – 6:00 p.m.

Days:           Tuesday and/or Thursday

Time:           6:00 - 6:30 p.m.

OR:                  Saturdays, ongoing

Li’l Dragons:  5 - 7 years of age ~ 9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

Dragons:        8 -10 years of age ~ 9:00 - 9:30 a.m.

Price: One day per week

$35 per month or $90 per quarter (3 months) resident

$38 per month or $99 per quarter (3 months) nonresident

Two days per week

$55 per month or $150 per quarter (3 months) resident

$58 per month or $159 per quarter (3 months) nonresident

Payable to City of Westland

One time $25 uniform fee Payable to Tony Valvona

Cheerleading with Cheer America

Elementary and middle school kids will love learning cheerleading routines. This drop in class is
great fun and teaches children to do cheer routines safely. The class will have several opportunities to perform their skills in local competitions along side other Young Champions cheer teams from different cities in Michigan. These events are optional and may require additional fees. Some
events are seasonal. Wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes. Optional uniforms will be available for purchase at class. For more information, call 800-940-7469. NOTE: If school closes
for inclement weather, classes will be cancelled.

Day:               Monday

Age/Time:   4 - 6 years, 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
                 7 - 9 years, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
                 10 -12 years, 6:15 - 7:00 p.m.

                 13 years and up, 7:00-7:30 p.m.

Dates:       Fall Session: Mondays, September 20, 2010 - January 10, 2011
                 Winter/Spring Session: Mondays, February 7-June 6, 2011

Price:            $7 drop-in per class. Pom-poms can be purchased from the teacher before class.

                 Preregistration encouraged, but not required

Young Champions Self Defense

This fun course is designed for self defense purposes only and covers the Stranger Danger Technique. Safety papers will be handed out weekly. Basic through black belt levels are taught by certified black belt instructors. The class will have several opportunities to perform their skills in competitions along side other Young Champions students from different cities in Michigan. These events are optional and may require additional fees. Some events are seasonal. Awards and promotions are included throughout the program. For more information, call 800-940-7469.

Age/Time:  4 - 8 years, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

                 9 years & older, 7:30-9:00 p.m.

Dates:         Summer Session 2:  August 8-September 17. 2010
                     Fall Session: September 24, 2010 - January 21, 2010 No class 11/26/10, 12/24/10, 12/31/10
                     Winter/Spring Session February 11-June 10, 2011

Day:             Friday

Price:           $7 per day; Preregistration is encouraged, but not required.

Studio K Dance Classes

Join Studio K for dance classes. We offer instruction for beginning thru intermediate dancers. Ballet classes also offer Lyrical instruction. Hip Hop classes offer the latest moves as well as regular Jazz technique. Students should register in the correct age slot regardless of experience. Students will be moved up by instructors if needed. Attendance will be taken and rewards (like stickers) are given to the students. A recital will take place in June and all students who participate in at least sessions N9-M0 may be in the recital. This is optional and all students will learn a dance routine even if they are not in the recital. A costume fee of aprox $50-$60 will be due by session N9 if your child will be in the recital. Students should wear proper dance clothes to class. A note will be passed out at the first class regarding proper dance clothes and shoes. Please do not purchase shoes unless you are sure they are the correct color & style. Parents may be invited to observe the last few minutes of class the last day of each session. We hope to meet you soon!

For additional information, call Ruth at 734-716-8333 or Kristi at 734-604-2580.

Proof of payment (receipt) is required at the first class of each session.

All sessions are on Monday and Tuesday. Preregister at least 3 days before each session.

Day of the Week Class Age Group Time

Monday:  Pre-Ballet: 3-5 years 6:10-6:40 p.m.

               Ballet/Lyrical: 6:40-7:10 p.m.

               Tap: 12 years and up: 7:10-7:40 p.m.

               Hip Hop: 12 years and up: 7:40-8:10 p.m.

Tuesday:  Ballet 6-8 years 5:30 -6:00 p.m.

               Tap 6-8 years: 6:00-6:30 p.m.

               Hip Hop 6-8 years 6:30-7:00 p.m. 

               Ballet 9-11 years 7:00-7:30 p.m. 

               Tap 9-11 years: 7:30-8:00 p.m.

               Hip Hop 9-11 years 8:00-8:30 p.m. 
          
(Recital date to be announced)

Cost (30 minute classes, 4 week session): 
resident: $15.00 - 1 session (4 weeks); $30.00 - 2 sessions (8 weeks or 2 different sessions in thae same 4 weeks); $45.00 - 3 sessions (4 weeks or 12 weeks)

non-resident: $20.00 - 1 4 week session; $40.00 - 2 four week sessions; $60.00 - 3  four week sessions (45 minute classes, 4 week session):

                resident: $20.00 - 1 class; $40.00 - 2 classses;

                non-resident: $25.00 - 1 class; $50.00 - 2 classes

Session dates:

Session S0: September 21-October 19, 2010  Pre register by September 24 No class October 5
Session O0: October 25-November 23, 2010 Pre-register by by October 21 No class November 2
Session N0:  November 22-December 14, 2010  Pre-register by November 18
Session J1:   January 3-25, 2011  Pre-register by December 31
Session F1:   January 31-March 1, 2011 No class during mid-winter break Pre-register by January 27
Session M1:  March 7-29, 2011 Pr-register by March 4
Session A1: April 4-May 10, 2011 No class during April 26 or May 5 Pre-register by April 1
Session 51: May 17-June 7, 2011 Pre-register by May 4

Shotokan Karate

CLASSES ARE AVAILABLE FOR MEN, WOMEN & CHILDRENDiscover the Shotokan style of karate. You are welcome to learn this form of self-defense that helps to build self-confidence and self-discipline while improving fitness, coordination and flexibility. For more information, call Mr. Valvona at (734) 6585683 or visit the website at http://www.skfofmi.org

Ages:   Adults and teens 11 years and up

Days:    Tuesdays and Thursdays, ongoing

Times:   5:30-6:30 p.m.

Prices:  Resident: $70 a month

               Non-resident: $73 a month

Uniforms: Additional one time fee of $25 for uniform paid to teacher at first class.

Westland Stars Cheer and Dance Team

If you enjoy cheering and learning cheers, chants, stunts and pyramids or dancing and learning pom-pon, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical and novelty routines, come and join our team!  The Stars is a team based program and not just a class.  Join the STARS and build a GREAT team!

Age:   Boys and girls, 5th - 8th grade; 10 – 14 years of age

Date:  Westland Stars will be returning in September, 2010

Price:  $210 Varsity; $185 Junior Varsity for the season; $25 per month minimum or $5 per week.  (All fees paid must total $210.00 for Varsity and $185.00 for JV at the end of the season).  All Varsity fees must be paid by January 1, 2010.

Time:  Thursdays, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.

Uniform deposit: $20.00 per member deposit which is paid when the uniforms are distributed.  This will be returned when the uniforms are turned in and all class fees are paid.

VARSITY COMPETITION TEAM The competition team (Varsity) requires a season long commitment and girls and boys must try out to make the team.  Regular attendance is required for the Varsity Competition Team; members should attend every practice. The Varsity Competition Team does all the events and appearances with the addition of local competitions and recital at the end of the season. 

JR. VARSITY COMPETITION TEAM The Junior Varsity (Performance) team is open to any girl/boy who would like to join.  You do not have to try-out but it does require the students to attend practice each week.  The Jr. Varsity (Performance) team will attend at least one competition, all events and appearances and the recital at the end of the season. 

"Super Sitter” Babysitting Class

If you love to be with kids and want to learn the skills it takes to be a great babysitter, this class is for you! You can start your own babysitting service secure in the knowledge that you can handle most any situation after this class. Each student in the class will earn a certificate of participation and an American Heart Association Participation CPR card. This course will teach you the following subjects: child growth and development, basic first aid, CPR, bathing and diapering and infant, nutrition, fire safety, sitter’s personal safety, and age appropriate activities for children.

Age:     11 years of age and up; 12 student maximum

Date:    Summer session: Tuesday, July 13-August 3, 2010 Must preregister by July 10
            Fall Session: November 2-23, 2010.  Must pre-register by October 30.

Time:    6:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Price:   $35 resident, $38 nonresident Payable to the City of Westland

           $6 material fee Payable to instructor at the first class

Students may bring a snack to class