Youth Classes

Youth Play & Lifeskills helps children reach milestones through play, movement, and communication during one on one sessions.

Through play-based activities, outdoor exploration, and sensory techniques, therapy focuses on:

• Fine & gross motor skills
• Visual & coordination skills
• Self-help & feeding skills
• Emotional regulation & social skills
• Cognition & memory

This supportive environment encourages confidence, independence, and growth, celebrating every step forward!

For 2 year olds to 5th Graders

30-Minute Sessions on Mondays between 3pm & 6pm : Call (941)778-1908 to reserve your spot!

4 sessions per month/Monthly Dates:

• March: 3rd, 10th, 24th & 31st
• April 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th
• May 5th, 125h, 19th & 26th

Cost per month: Members $90/ Non-Members $100

Information on Lorin Culhane:

With a lifelong passion for working with children, pediatric occupational therapy has been a natural calling. Experience includes working with children from infancy to young adulthood (ages 0-21) across various settings, including homes, schools, outpatient clinics, and a daycare for medically fragile children. Expertise includes supporting children with Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, ADHD, Sensory Processing challenges, feeding difficulties, behavioral concerns, and developmental delays.

The focus is on helping each child reach their fullest potential through personalized, play-based therapy that fosters growth, confidence, and independence in all areas of life.

High-Intensity Group Workouts to Maximize Athletic Performance

This dynamic training program is designed to keep athletes in peak condition year-round. Using the latest advancements in performance and strength training, each session focuses on developing speed—a fundamental skill for success in sports.

Why Speed Training Matters

Speed is a skill that can be learned and improved. By enhancing strength, movement mechanics, and flexibility, young athletes can maximize their performance and reduce injury risk.

Program Breakdown

Ages 7-11

Designed to build a strong foundation in:
✔ Coordination
✔ Running technique
✔ Bodyweight strength
✔ First-step quickness
✔ Flexibility
✔ Injury prevention
✔ Weight control
✔ Self-confidence

Science has proven that ages 7 to 12 are the most critical years for motor skill development.

Ages 12-17

Focused on enhancing athletic ability through:
✔ Speed development
✔ Strength building
✔ Agility improvement
✔ Endurance training
✔ Jumping power
✔ Injury prevention
✔ Confidence boosting

Experts agree that ages 12 to 18 are the prime years for developing speed, strength, and power.

Comprehensive Athlete Evaluation

Every participant will undergo a full assessment to identify strengths and areas for improvement, ensuring a tailored training experience.

Class Schedule (Starts March 4th!)

Ages 7-11

• Pure Acceleration: Tuesdays, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• Top Speed: Fridays, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
• Change of Direction: Saturdays, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Ages 12-17

• Pure Acceleration: Tuesdays, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• Top Speed: Fridays, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• Change of Direction: Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• Strength for Speed: Saturdays, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Pricing

• Months with 3 weeks: Member $100 | Non-Member $110
• Months with 4 weeks: Member $130 | Non-Member $140
• Months with 5 weeks: Member $165 | Non-Member $175
• Drop-in Rate: $45 per session

📧 For more information, contact: wellness@centerami.org

Group Training: (sessions are monthly)

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

6-9th Graders: Thursdays 4:45pm-5:45pm

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

Mondays or Wednesdays

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 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

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 3:
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

Session Dates:

• 4-Week Sessions:
  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

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.

Tuesdays 6:45-7:30 pm

Get ready for your child to set and achieve incredible goals in our exciting kids’ martial arts program with Sensei Kevin Bergquist of Kaizen Dojo Martial Art. 

Ages: K-5^th Grade.

Cost:

$35 one-time registration fee

Monthly: $100 Members / $110 Non-members

Classes in March are free

*Kaizen Dojo Martial Arts Uniform required

Class Day: Tuesday
Session Dates:

• Session 1: March/April – 4, 11, 25, 1
• Session 2: April – 8, 15, 22, 29

Class Times: 30-minute or 1-hour sessions available from 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Ages: Kindergarten & up

Cost (4 Classes):

• 30-Minute Lessons: Members: $80 | Non-Members: $90
• 60-Minute Lessons: Members: $160 | Non-Members: $180

About the Lessons:
Personalized, one-on-one piano lessons for all ages and skill levels. Led by Brandon Kouri, a professional pianist with 15+ years of experience. Lessons focus on skill development, creativity, and the joy of music.

Instructor Bio:
Brandon holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance and is the Associate Director of Music Ministries at Roser Memorial Community Church. He has extensive experience accompanying choirs, musical productions, and soloists.