Youth Classes

Fun in the Sun Skills Clinic – Open to all ability/experience levels

Instructor: Malcolm Chase

Session 1: January 8^th, 15^th, 22^nd, 29^th
4:00pm-4:50pm (3^rd-5^th Grade)
5:00pm-5:50pm (6^th-9^th Grade)

Cost of Camp:       Member: $140 / Non – Member: $155

Learn how to play the fastest game on two feet! Using easy-to-learn techniques, you will be passing, catching, dodging and shooting on Day One.

If you’ve ever tried lacrosse, or you’ve always wanted to, this is the perfect opportunity to develop the basic skills needed to truly enjoy this game. Drills are designed to progress you through the fundamental skills so that you can participate fully in weekly skills challenges and small-sided games.

Coach Chase has taught boys and girls, mentored future division one stars, coached college programs, and played against the top professional players in the world.

For more info: youthgprograms@centerami.org or (941)778-1908 ext. 217

Group Training:

K-5th Graders: Tuesdays 4:30pm-5:30pm

JAN: 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28

6-9th Graders: Thursdays 5:30pm-6:30pm

JAN: 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30

Member: $100.00 (4 classes) / Non – Member: $125.00 (4 classes)
Member: $75.00 (3 classes)/ Non-Member: $100.00 (3 classes)

The training will offer a comprehensive basketball experience, including fundamental concepts, skill development, competitive games, 3v3 and 5v5 scrimmages, and exciting prizes. Intermediate and advanced skill development sessions will focus on high school and collegiate offensive concepts, proper shooting form, passing, footwork, defensive principles, pick-and-roll actions, moving without the ball, transition offense, advanced ball handling, and more. Whether you’re a local or visiting, new to the sport, or aiming for college and professional levels, AMI Hoops is dedicated to helping you reach your goals. We look forward to seeing you in the gym!

Private Training

January: Mondays: 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27 or Wednesdays: 1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29

The basketball training is led by Jonathan Castaneda, the Founder of AMI Hoops and a former Varsity High School basketball Head Coach and Coach of the Year in Manatee County. Known as “Coach Cast,” he currently serves as Director, Recruiter, and Coach for Southeast Elite Grassroots Academy, the only Adidas-sponsored travel program in Florida that competes on the prestigious Adidas 3SSB circuit. Southeast Elite has successfully placed over 100 players at the Division I level, with several athletes now playing in the NBA.

Cost: Member: $185.00 (4 classes) / Non – Member: $225.00 (4 classes)
Member: $145.00 (3 classes)/ Non-Members: $185.00 (3 classes)

For more information contact Erica Palmer at youthprograms@centerami.org or (941)778-1908 ext. 217

Star Academy of Dance & Aerial Arts offers a fun tumbling class for all levels.

• Tumble Tots: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
• Beginner/Intermediate Tumbling: 4:05 PM – 4:45 PM
• Advanced Tumbling: 4:50 PM – 5:30 PM

Session 2 Dates:

• January 8, 15, 22, 29
• February 5, 12, 19, 26

Session 3 Dates:

• March 5, 12, 26
• April 2, 9, 16, 23

Performance Schedule (Wednesday, April 30th)

Cost of class: 8 week sessions:Members: $135 /Non-Members: $160

–Tots Tumbling: 2.5 to 5 year olds: 3:30 – 4 pm

–Beginner/Intermediate: K- 5th:  4:05 – 4:45 pm

–Advanced: K-5th: Child MUST have a walkover, Arabians, working on aerials and back-handsprings: 5 – 5:30 pm

Ages: 5-11

Day/Time: Wednesdays, 5:35–6:05 PM

Cost: $135 (Members), $160 (Non-Members), $25 (Drop-In)

Dates:

• Session 2: Jan. 8–Feb. 26
• Session 3: Mar. 5–Apr. 23
• Performance: April 30

Learn ballet basics with Star Academy of Dance & Aerial Arts!

Crystal will be teaching mostly hip-hop movements in her class. Her class will include a warm-up, stretching, fundamentals, and a cool-down. At the end of the session, there will be a recital.

• K-5th: Thursdays: 5:45 – 6:45 pm
• 6th and up: Thursdays: 6:45 – 7:45 pm
• Members: $135 per session / Non-Members: $160 per session/ Drop in class: $25

Session 1: (Make up classes – due to Hurricanes)
October 24th
November 7th, 14th, 21st
-*Performance: December 12th

Session 2: (New dates: 8 weeks)
January 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

Session 3: (New dates: 8 weeks)
March 6th, 13th, 27th
April 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
*Performance: May 1st

For Ages: 6-12 years old

Schedule:

• Days: Wednesdays
• Times: 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM
• Location: All tennis courts (Reserve via EZ)

Session Dates:

• 3-Week Session:
  January: 15th, 22nd, 29th
• 4-Week Sessions:
  February: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
  March: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
  April: 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd
  April-May: 30th, 7th, 14th, 21st

Cost:

• Drop-In:
  Member: $40 | Non-Member: $45
• 4-Week Session:
  Member: $120 | Non-Member: $135
• 3-Week Session:
  Member: $100 | Non-Member: $110

Program Overview:
Athletic and tennis development for kids ages 6-12. Focus on agility, beginner tennis techniques, stroke production, hand-eye coordination, footwork, and strength building through station-based activities.

Registration Deadline:
The Thursday before the session or drop-in class.

Equipment:
Bring your racquet (if available), water bottle, sunscreen, hat, and sneakers.

Date:
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 (part of our specialty camp programs)

Time:
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (includes a 30-minute brown bag lunch)

Ages:
11–17 years old

Cost:

• Members: $95
• Non-members: $120

Class Description:
Prepare for safe and successful babysitting with our Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program! Designed for teens, this course covers everything from starting a babysitting business to working effectively with parents and children. Participants will also learn key safety and caregiving skills, as well as earn CPR and First Aid certification through the American Heart Association.

What to Bring:
A packed lunch.

Spaces are limited—sign up today! For more information or questions contact culture@centerami.org