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Learn essential life skills such as problem-solving, communication, and decision-making through engaging and interactive classes designed specifically for kids in NYC.

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Our Uptown

Uptown Stories, Inc. @ 178 Bennett Ave, New York, NY

Calling all kid-journalists and fiction writers! With a home base at the Cornerstone and an adventure-scape of the entire neighborhood, Our Uptown will be the perfect avenue for diving into our community. In this workshop, we will hone our journalistic skills by interviewing the people who run, work at, and visit our favorite neighborhood spots. Every place has a story, especially in Washington Heights, and we’re eager to learn it! Once our...

All levels 10 - 15 years old
No upcoming schedules
$300

4 sessions

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Comic Books: Art of The Origin Story

Uptown Stories, Inc. @ 178 Bennett Ave, New York, NY

Uncover the hidden pasts of your favorite comic book characters! Explore the art of crafting captivating origin stories that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. Join us at Uptown Stories, Inc. to learn the secrets behind creating compelling characters that will keep fans hooked.

All levels 10 - 14 years old
No upcoming schedules
$350

3 sessions

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Clowning 7+ years

WMAAC

A look at the classic art of the Clown and introduction to the serious business of being funny! More than anything, clowning is an awareness art and a challenge beyond learning acrobatic and juggling skills. What makes a moment funny and why? Here is a class that breaks down the elements in a simply tangible way; students work silently - dependent on movement and expression - before experimenting with dialogue, props and set routines. The class is...

Beginner 7 - 11 years old
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Stroller Safari (10 months - 3 w/ Caregiver)

WCS Zoos @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY

Come play and learn all about wildlife in our Stroller Safari series. Looking for a creative and fun class for you and your little one? Come learn all about wildlife in our Stroller Safari program where you and your child will meet an animal up close, enjoy a guided tour of an exhibit, and engage in multiple activities, including sensory, art, dramatic and game play! Please Note: This program includes walking outside. All paths are wheelchair...

(8) All levels 1 - 3 years old
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$125

4 sessions

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Cake, Dessert, Pie and Illusion Treats

Workshops Essayer

We are excited to offer our first ever summer cooking camp.   For the last 8 years, we have loved teaching our cooking classes as part of after-school enrichment programs at several private schools in Manhattan and Hoboken.  While we love those classes, our main challenge has been the amount of time allocated to each class at either an hour or an hour and a half. This has limited what we can cook during our classes. With the introduction...

All levels 9 and older
No upcoming schedules
$575

5 sessions

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How to Cook Noodles and Pasta, Sweets and Treats

Workshops Essayer

We are excited to offer our first ever summer cooking camp.   For the last 8 years, we have loved teaching our cooking classes as part of after-school enrichment programs at several private schools in Manhattan and Hoboken.  While we love those classes, our main challenge has been the amount of time allocated to each class at either an hour or an hour and a half. This has limited what we can cook during our classes. With the introduction...

All levels 9 and older
No upcoming schedules
$575

5 sessions

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Caring for Wildlife (Grades 3-5)

WCS Zoos @ 53-51 111th St, Corona, NY

Make a resolution to help care for wild animals everywhere. Together we will learn about our local wildlife through games and activities that will give us insight on animal concerns around the world. All school break camps include time in the Zoo, up-close animal experiences, hands-on activities, and a snack! This camp is for children in grades 3rd-5th. Children must bring their own nut-free lunches.

(8) All levels 8 and older
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$100
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Animal Island (Grades K - 6)

Wagner College Lifelong Learning

Calling all creature-loving kids to Challenge Island’s® Animal Island adventure! You and a tribe of friends will engineer your way through the Animal Kingdom exploring life in diverse habitats - from oceans to rainforests to deserts to ice to the pets that live in our homes. A wildly exciting time awaits every boy and girl on Challenge Island's® Animal Island! Please read:  Tuition includes materials that will be shipped to student's...

(5) All levels 5 - 11 years old
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Diningintensive (Ages 5-12)

socialsklz:-) @ 250 W 85th St, New York, NY

From setting the table to managing utensils and holding a conversation, this workshop will equip students with the confidence and savvy to dine in both the casual and formal settings-at home and at restaurants, as a host, and as a guest. The workshop culminates with a meal and the opportunity to put dining skills to use. Topics include: mealtime manners (casual vs. formal) setting the table managing utensils-American versus Continental dining...

(12) All levels 5 - 12 years old
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Little Senators Debate Camp

Kid Power Academy @ 980 El Camino Real Suite, Santa Clara, CA

Designed for budding minds aged 6-9, this camp promises a week of laughter, learning, and lively discussions. Watch as your little ones confidently take the stage, armed with knowledge and wit. Note: This half-day camp can be combined with Little Leadership morning camp for a full day of learning.

All levels 6 - 9 years old
No upcoming schedules
$400

6 sessions

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MLK Day tweenz

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communicationsklz:-)  Communicating with others is perhaps the most important life skill—without this skill, interacting with others can be awkward and uncomfortable. The purpose of this workshop is to teach students how to cooperate effectively in real world settings with peers, adults, parents, siblings, and friends. The program will also facilitate initiating and pursuing communication with ease and ultimately equip students with a finely-tuned...

(12) Beginner 8 - 12 years old
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MLK Day communicationsklz

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Fun interactive one day workshop that will develop kids How to prepare for presentations, understanding an audience, how to give an effective presentation body language, eye contact, facial expressions, how to feel confident and exhibit confidence when speaking. Giving a speech or an oral presentation starts as early as in the first grade. Even if a child isn't starting this early, teaching the skills that make up how to effectively give presentations...

(12) All levels 10 - 12 years old
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Creative Theater Agees 4-6

WMAAC

Creative Theater introduces students to the basics of theater and storytelling. Students will learn about the elements of a story, character building activities, and fundamental performance skills. The class incorporates basic acting games, creative movement, character development, and results in the performance of an original story created by the students.

Beginner 4 - 6 years old
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Gaelic Kids

Irish Arts Center @ 553 W 51st St, New York, NY

Children will learn basic phrases, sentences, numbers, and songs, and earn to explore and play through the Irish language. A fun and exciting Irish language program for children ages 3–12 years.  Note: We list the non-member price for our classes. If you are a member, please contact CourseHorse for a discount code.

(51) All levels 3 - 12 years old
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Teen Leadership (In Person)

Kid Power Academy @ 134 W 29th St, New York, NY

Power Leadership is fantastic for kids who may feel a bit shy and need a supportive stage in which to shine. It is also great fun for those kiddos that love the spotlight! Our unique imaginative classroom environment is tremendous fun, and kids quickly overcome insecurities, and eagerly hop out of their shells in front of their peers while acting as Talk Show Host, Business Owners and more! Focus is on vocal projection, eye contact, and speaking...

All levels 13 - 17 years old
No upcoming schedules
$485

60 sessions

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The Zoo: Exhibit Design (Ages 8 and up)

WCS Zoos @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY

Ever wonder what goes into building the perfect exhibit for a zoo animal? Find out in this program where you and your family will meet animal guests, explore an exhibit to look for hidden design features, go backstage to tour our design department and meet one of our exhibit design experts! This program is for families with children ages 8 and up. Tickets are per person, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

(8) All levels 8 and older
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Zoo Peeps 6 Day Session (Ages 2-3 with Adult)

WCS Zoos

Meet a variety of furry, scaly, and feathery Zoo animals in this unique series program for just for toddlers and their caregivers! Each week we will explore a different topic through highly interactive and engaging activities. Session topics include Movin’ with Mammals, Down on the Farm, Birds & Beats, Animals & Art, Spooks & Treats, and Penguin Pals.This ticket is for one child age 2-3 years and a Caregiver. Additional siblings...

(8) All levels 2 - 3 years old
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Zoofari Day Camp: Nature Explorers (Grades 1-5)

WCS Zoos

No School? Come to Zoo camp! Join us for a fun filled one-day Zoo camp full of hands-on activities, animal investigations, and animal encounters. Nature Explorers Attention explorers! At Nature Explorers Camp, we'll get up-close to all the wonders Central Park has to offer, including flora and fauna, exhibit visits, and animal encounters. Warning - explorers might get messy! This day camp is for children in 1st - 5th grades.

(8) All levels 6 - 10 years old
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Nature Study Woods Park (Kids 12 & Under)

"Wildman" Steve Brill @ Flandreau Ave & Webster Ave, New Rochelle, NY

This vast, wooded park is fantastic for foraging in mid-spring, and naturalist and foraging expert Violet Brill, America's First Lady of Foraging, no shrinking Violet, will show you what to eat, and how to harvest everything safely and ecologically during the course of this 2.5 hour tour. May 26, 2019 Shoots will be at their best now. The growing tips of greenbrier, along with the developing young leaves, widespread throughout the woods, have a...

(176) All levels 7 - 12 years old
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Mini Marine Medics (Ages 3-8 with Adult)

WCS Zoos @ 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Bring your vet-in-training to learn what it takes to care for the aquatic animals here at the NY Aquarium. Go behind the scenes and get up close while experiencing how our veterinarians and keepers work together to keep our scaly, furry, and feathered friends happy and healthy. Note: This program is for children ages 3-8. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

(8) All levels 3 - 8 years old
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