After-school Activities: Los Feliz Main Campus

Pint-Sized Mad Science!
Mad Science LA
PK
3:30pm–4:30pm
In this session, Preschoolers will discover what makes an insect an insect, and see live ladybugs released into the air! They’ll get an intro to Sir Isaac Newton and his laws of motion (warning, some ribbon dancing may happen!), practice color mixing AND color separation as they explore the rainbow, and become musicians thanks to the science of music. Mad Science will also train students to be astronauts with a space mission to the moon, and water bottle rockets. Finally, kids must brace themselves for a foggy, bubbly Dry Ice presentation! C-O-2-MUCH FUN!

Intro to Coding
Coder School
2nd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Do you want to have fun and build your own online game? This class is designed for 3rd to 5th graders with little or no coding experience.  Students will develop their very own computer games in the process. We will keep developing Scratch key fundamentals coding skills developed in Computer Coding 101. Additionally, students will benefit from developing creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and gain confidence in the process.

Track
Lounas Chebana
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Track is a fun and active program for students in grades 3 to 5 that focuses on running, throwing, and jumping. Through a series of mini workshops and games, students will learn the basics of these athletic skills while enjoying teamwork and friendly challenges. A great way to be active, have fun, and develop athletic skills!

Speech & Debate
Vineyard App Camp
2nd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
In this exciting speech and debate class, we’ll dive into the world of persuasive communication and argumentation. Students will discover the power of debate, master the art of constructing compelling arguments, and learn how to use persuasive language to win over audiences. Each session will challenge students to use logical reasoning, understand evidence, and counter opposing arguments. The class culminates in a formal debate tournament where students can put their skills to the test. Join us for a fun and engaging learning experience where you can become a confident and persuasive young debater!

Breakdancing
Mr. Taehono
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Breakdancing, also known as b-boying or b-girling, is a dynamic and athletic dance style that originated in the 1970s. It is characterized by intricate footwork, spinning, flipping, and freezing. It is a dance that will allow students to deeply explore areas of creativity, self-expression, and athleticism.

Expressive Arts/SEL
Mrs. Shizuka
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
In this class, we will explore various art processes and materials in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, weaving, and sculpting. All experience is welcome where the process is more important than the product. Combining social, emotional, and cognitive development principles in the art process, the class encourages the students to express their feelings, learn various points of view, and foster a healthy relationship with themselves and others around them. 

Soccer
Captain Kicks
K–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Captain Kicks teaches children the basics of soccer. They will learn how to dribble, kick, and score goals! In addition, they learn about sportsmanship and how to be a great team player!

Math Blast
Mr. Jacob
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
New topics and concepts will not be introduced during instruction; rather, it will be a class focused on practicing and reinforcing foundational skills and concepts.

Dancing with the Stars                                                                                                                                      SODE
PK
3:30pm–4:30pm
Step into the spotlight with Dancing with the Stars! This super-fun class takes you on a dance adventure through Salsa, Musical Theater, African Dance, and more. You’ll explore different cultures, groove to awesome beats, and shine bright as you show off your moves. Get ready to dazzle your friends and family with your fantastic performances and have a blast while you’re at it!

Lion’s Taekwondo
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Taekwondo not only teaches a martial art but also instills discipline, enhances self-esteem, builds confidence, and strengthens the mind and body. Lion’s Taekwondo focuses on the traditional and sports aspects of Taekwondo. Master Edward takes traditional aspects and incorporates them alongside the everchanging Olympic Sport of Taekwondo to train the best athletes and has students with medals from multiple countries at multiple international high-caliber events such as the World Championships. *Additional $65 uniform fee for first-time students. Optional $60 Belt Test on the last day of class.

Young Pottery Makers
Mrs. Pauline
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Over 15 weeks we will be learning the techniques of handbuilding pottery while making fun projects/objects/art and functional ware.                                                                                                      Your children will also have the opportunity to follow their own creative way..a very therapeutic and fun activity. All clay and glazes are food safe

Basketball
Coach Guillaume
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Taught in French, this activity will not only teach fundamentals of basketball through drills and scrimmages, but also focus on teamwork and sportsmanship.

Arts & Crafts Wonders in 3 Dimensions
Studio Graenitz
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Welcome to”3D Wonders” where art jumps off the page! In this class, kids will create unique three-dimensional projects using various materials. From sculptures to models, let your creativity take shape in 3-D!

Fabulous Fabrics: Fashion & Textile Design
Studio Graenitz
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Dive into “Fabulous Fabrics,” where young designers create stylish outfits and unique textiles! In this class, kids will learn the basics of fashion design and textile art, from sketching to fabric manipulation. Unleash your inner fashionista and create wearable art!

Expressive Arts/SEL
Mrs. Shizuka
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
In this class, we will explore various art processes and materials in drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, weaving, and sculpting. All experience is welcome where the process is more important than the product. Combining social, emotional, and cognitive development principles in the art process, the class encourages the students to express their feelings, learn various points of view, and foster a healthy relationship with themselves and others around them.

Young Ninjas
PK
3:30pm–4:30pm
Young Ninjas is a high-energy program introducing children to fundamental martial arts elements, like blocks, kicks, strikes, and the all-important KI-YAH! Through skill training, fun games, creative challenges, and pad work on foam targets, children develop self-confidence and learn to enjoy being physically active in a non-contact setting. KI-YAH!

Cooking with Mamy
2FrenchChicks
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Cooking with Mamy helps children discover ingredients and understand the different processes of cooking. Looking at, touching, and tasting raw veggies with leaves (just picked) to cooked, frozen, diced… Tasting all flavors: sweet, sour, bitter, salty… Transforming: peeling, slicing, and mashing… Learning textures, and much more! For each class, we will prepare a non-cooked specialty or/and a cooked one, based on subject and equipment. The children will eat (or bring home or both) the fruit of their labor and will have a recipe card. All allergies will be reviewed upon enrollment and no food items containing ingredients of listed allergens of students in attendance will be included in any recipes.

Non-cooked Examples: Fruit and Cheese Skewers Caprese, Salad on a stick, No Bake Cheerios Bars
Cooked Examples: Soups (According to seasons), Cakes and cookies, Gratins and Pastas

Basketball
Coach Guillaume
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Taught in French, this activity will not only teach fundamentals of basketball through drills and scrimmages, but also focus on teamwork and sportsmanship.

Chess
Antoine Puglisi
2nd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Discover the fascinating world of chess with French and English instruction designed for curious young minds aged 7 to 9! Through playful, interactive lessons, children will learn basics, and develop their strategic skills, concentration and logical thinking. With teaching adapted to their level, each session is a good moment where learning meets fun. The chess class will be led by Antoine Puglisi, CE1 teacher at LILA. Students will learn the basics if necessary, discover strong tactics (forks, pins, double attacks, skewers…), explore the main openings and finals (more advanced students) and real games after each course to implement what students learned.

Wild Art: Creative Animal Creations
Studio Graenitz
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Step into “Wild Art” and explore the animal kingdom through creative projects! Kids will draw, paint, and craft animals worldwide, learning new techniques and having fun with animal art. Unleash your inner wildlife artist.

Making the Band
3′ O’Clock Rock
2nd–5th
3:45 pm–4:45 pm
Start a Band, Write Songs, Play Shows, Make Records, Go on Tour with 3 O’Clock Rock! Learn to write your own songs,  the basics on instruments like guitar, bass, keyboards, drums and vocals, perform, and create album artwork for a release. 

Video Game Design
Vineyard App Camp
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Have you ever dreamed of creating a video game? In this course, we’ll dive into game development. Students will learn the fundamentals of game design, starting with HTML programming. During the course, we will use AI technology for storytelling and image creation, infusing unlimited options into game creation. We’ll also work on enhancing writing skills by coding trivia challenges and immersive choose-your-own-adventure games. Learners will have the opportunity to collaborate on a group game. Together, you’ll practice the techniques learned throughout the course to craft a game that can be shared with friends and family. You don’t need any previous experience or special software; you’ll only need your creativity and a laptop!

Chess
EDU Chess
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
The Chess Club strives for every student to develop a lifelong passion, in that they can continually grow and appreciate, as well as to empower each student to use critical thinking and concentration throughout their daily lives. Classes emphasize building a strong foundation of basic chess knowledge and are perfect for anyone willing to learn the game and develop a unique passion. Topics include tactics training, understanding how to analyze, learning proper endgame techniques, assessment of strengths and weaknesses, and more. Edu-Chess, established over twelve years ago, is an after-school program teaching chess in a scholastic and fun environment. Chess programs at Edu-Chess are designed to foster intellectual and emotional growth in children. Roger Weerasinghe, Director of Edu-Chess, requires all teachers to be certified Edu-Chess instructors. All instructors are held to high standards, and many of them have been teaching chess for over five years, making Edu-Chess the leader in chess instruction for children in the Los Angeles area.

Math Blast
Ms. Ari
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
New mathematical topics and concepts will not be introduced during instruction; rather, it will be a class focused on practicing and reinforcing foundational skills and concepts.

Lion’s Taekwondo
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Taekwondo not only teaches a martial art but also instills discipline, enhances self-esteem, builds confidence, and strengthens the mind and body. Lion’s Taekwondo focuses on the traditional and sports aspects of Taekwondo. Master Edward takes traditional aspects and incorporates them alongside the everchanging Olympic Sport of Taekwondo to train the best athletes and has students with medals from multiple countries at multiple international high-caliber events such as the World Championships.*Additional $65 uniform fee for first-time students. Optional $60 Belt Test on the last day of class.

Cooking with Mamy
2FrenchChicks
3rd–5th
3:30pm–4:30pm
Cooking with Mamy helps children discover ingredients and understand the different processes of cooking. Looking at, touching, and tasting raw veggies with leaves (just picked) to cooked, frozen, diced… Tasting all flavors: sweet, sour, bitter, salty… Transforming: peeling, slicing, and mashing… Learning textures, and much more! For each class, we will prepare a non-cooked specialty or/and a cooked one, based on subject and equipment. The children will eat (or bring home or both) the fruit of their labor and will have a recipe card. All allergies will be reviewed upon enrollment and no food items containing ingredients of listed allergens of students in attendance will be included in any recipes.

Non-cooked Examples: Fruit and Cheese Skewers Caprese, Salad on a stick, No Bake Cheerios Bars
Cooked Examples: Soups (According to seasons), Cakes and cookies, Gratins and Pastas

Young Pottery Makers
Mrs. Pauline
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Over 15 weeks we will be learning the techniques of handbuilding pottery while making funprojects/objects/art and functional ware. Your children will also have the opportunity to follow their own creative way..a very therapeutic and fun activity. All clay and glazes are food safe.

Yoga
Mrs. Naaima
K–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
French and English yoga will teach children how to move in space using movements, sound, and breath. We will learn to relax through storytelling and work collaboratively to create a calming and supportive environment.

Stop Motion
SODE
3rd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
This stop motion kids’ class is the perfect introduction to the magical art of stop motion! With the help of an industry professional and who happens to be a SODE teaching artist, students will learn every important step of how to create an amazing stop-motion project.  The first few classes will encourage the kids to create a basic script and to create their very own Claymation characters. Once the groundwork is done, that’s when the filming begins using kid-friendly stop motion cameras and software as well as tablets.

Lettering Lab
Ms. Suh
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
In Lettering Lab, students embark on a creative adventure exploring hand lettering and unique ways to write the alphabet. This engaging course introduces children to various fun and artistic writing styles by experimenting with different fonts and creating personalized letter art. By working individually and in groups, students will develop their artistic flair and enjoy a playful approach to writing, making the alphabet a colorful playground for their creativity.

Money Adventures
Money Mgmt. 4 Kids
2nd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Taught by the staff of Money Management 4 Kids, this innovative financial literacy program merges learning and play into a journey of financial discovery and empowerment. Kids learn alongside Moo La, our Cash Cow, as she embarks on the ultimate money adventure! Setting out on the road to prosperity to find financial independence, Moo La and friends face challenges that require critical thinking, patience, and focus as they develop an understanding of needs vs. wants, setting money aside, and long-term financial planning. Together, they discover the concept of “Money Energy” and how to use that energy to identify earning opportunities and maximize earning potential. From accounting for their income and making deposits into the Bank of Moo La, to assessing opportunity costs, goal-setting, and creating a spending plan, this fun-filled adventure combines learning, hands-on activities, and real-world experience, teaching kids essential life skills while making learning about money fun!

Cooking Around the World
Vineyard App Camp
PK
3:30pm–4:30pm
Does your child have a passion for cooking? Are they ready to experience new foods and expand their little palettes? Our students will be engaged while discovering how to prepare delicious international and American dishes safely and skillfully. Our mini chefs will enjoy exploring diverse recipes from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North and South America, while learning food prep tips and tricks they can use throughout their life. During our sessions, your child will play kids’ games from other countries, learn food terms from around the world, and receive simple recipes they can use at home. This course is tailored for younger students and focuses on microwave cooking. Recipes include Italian Lasagna, Ghanaian Fufu Dumplings, Japanese Rice Balls (Onigiri), Mexican Quesadilla and Salsa, American Mug Cake, Chinese Chaofan, and French Fondue

Coding 202
Coder School
2nd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Do you want to have fun and build your own online game? This class is designed for 3rd to 5th graders with little coding experience.  Students will develop their own computer games in the process. We will keep developing Scratch key fundamentals coding skills developed in Computer Coding 101. Additionally, students will benefit from developing creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and gain confidence in the process. Computer Coding 101 (SCRATCH) is preferred as a prerequisite, but not required. 

Colorful Capers Comic Book
Studio Graenitz
2nd–5th
3:45pm–4:45pm
Welcome to the world of comic books and characters. Join us for this super creative and exciting class as we peek into the world of comics and storyboards, character drawing and scene/background/ landscape illustration! Students will learn the art of character development as they set up a story of their very own focusing on the ideas of theme, figure and form, character emotions and movements. We will also work with unique material as we learn how to bine, bone fold and create our own books filled with color studies, illustrations, mixed media work and more! You will be amazed at their final outcome: a series of books made 100% by them filled with wonderful creativity to cherish forever!

Craft & Clay Workshop
Studio Graenitz
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Where little hands transform into creative powerhouses! Children will dive into a world of imagination and self-expression in this jewelry and crafts class. They’ll learn to craft beautiful jewelry pieces and unique crafts using various materials. From beaded bracelets to colorful keychains, each child can explore their creativity and take home their sparkling creations. Join us for a fun-filled class where creativity knows no bounds!

Breakdancing
3rd–5th
Mr. Taehono
3:45pm–4:45pm
Breakdancing, also known as b-boying or b-girling, is a dynamic and athletic dance style that originated in the 1970s. It is characterized by intricate footwork, spinning, flipping, and freezing. It is a dance that will allow students to deeply explore areas of creativity, self-expression, and athleticism.

Pots, Pans, and Passports!
Radical Cooks
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Join us as we traipse around the planet in search of tasty treats from various countries. We’ll learn the origin of traditional foods, try our hand at table settings and manners, cook, and then sample these sweet and savory delights. Passports and aprons included.

Creative Writing
Mr. Jacob
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Welcome to the Creative Writing Club, where kindergarten, 1st and 2nd graders come together to dive into the world of storytelling! In our club, we’ll embark on exciting adventures in both fiction and nonfiction writing, crafting a variety of short stories and texts. Along the way, we’ll also use journal writing as a fun way to engage in self reflection to get to know ourselves a bit better. Join us for a journey of imagination and self-expression!

Korean Culture
Ms Suh
K–2nd
3:30pm–4:30pm
Korean Culture offers a fun and interactive introduction to Korean traditions, customs, and overall cultural experience. Through engaging activities like storytelling, food, music, crafts, and games, students will explore Korean folktales, learn traditional songs, try Korean foods, and so much more! They’ll also play traditional games and celebrate Korean festivals, gaining a warm understanding of Korean culture in a playful and educational setting.