2:30-3:30 pm Through the Lens is a photography class for students in 3rd through 5th grade where kids learn how to tell stories and capture their world through images. Students will explore the basics of photography in a fun, age appropriate way, including lighting, composition, perspective, framing, and how to photograph people, places, and objects with intention. Each week includes mini photo challenges and creative prompts such as textures, shadows, color hunts, emotion portraits, and storytelling sequences. Students will practice giving and receiving kind feedback while building confidence in their own creative eye. If students have an old or inexpensive camera at home, they are welcome to bring it to class , but it is completely optional. The teacher will always provide ways for every student to participate, with or without a personal camera. 3:30-4:30 pm Naomi’s Jam Session is a high energy contemporary music class for students in 3rd through 5th grade where kids get to sing, play, and collaborate in a fun, low pressure jam environment. Using guitar, vocals, and simple rhythm instruments, students will explore popular music and learn what it feels like to make music together as a group. Each week includes upbeat sing alongs, call and response games, lyric based activities, and group jams where students can take turns leading, choosing parts, and adding their own style. The focus is on confidence, creativity, and teamwork rather than formal lessons. By the end of the session, students will have a mini set of favorite songs they can perform together and a stronger love for music.
storytimeFrom $81Fri, May 15 · 3:05 PM
Compass Charter School · Fort Greene
READY SET ACRO is a kid acro program created in collaboration with Acrobatic Arts, designed just for kids! Classes use safe, step by step progressions to build strength, flexibility, and confidence while kids learn exciting tumbling skills. Kids get a dynamic, high-energy class that supports healthy childhood development and feels like pure fun!
martial_artsFrom $81Fri, May 15 · 3:05 PM
Compass Charter School · Fort Greene
Capoeira is more than a martial art—it's a celebration of movement, rhythm, and resistance. Developed by enslaved Africans in Brazil, Capoeira blends acrobatics, dance, music, and history into a dynamic and empowering experience. Students will learn kicks, spins, and cartwheels while also playing instruments like the berimbau and learning Portuguese songs. ACE’s teaching style emphasizes discipline, cooperation, and personal growth in an age-appropriate way. Whether your child is flipping across the room or clapping along in the roda, they’ll gain confidence, strength, and cultural knowledge.
guitarFrom $81Fri, May 15 · 3:05 PM
Compass Charter School · Fort Greene
This program aims to open the pathway to a lifetime of musical creation, enjoyment and education to our learners through the amazing instrument called the guitar. We will learn to perform music on guitar, working on repertoire selected in conjunction with students, and we will foster passion in music and the arts while developing real-life applicable music skills. In addition to performing, we will learn about the building blocks of writing music, and about different genres of music. Guitar is an instrument used across most styles of music and, because of this, is a great tool for learning about each other and our diverse music tastes. Please keep in mind, parents will have to buy their child's guitar for this class. Ex. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004BXLVO6/ref=twister_B0G1V246RX?th=1
sportsFrom $81Fri, May 15 · 3:05 PM
Compass Charter School · Fort Greene
Fun Fitness with Coach Jon Get ready to move, sweat, and have a blast! Fun Fitness is a high-energy fitness class designed for kids who love games, challenges, and team fun. Led by an awesome PE teacher, each session is packed with exciting obstacle courses, relay races, strength circuits, and active games that build endurance, coordination, and confidence. Whether you're into sports, dance, or just love to move, this class keeps it fresh and fun every week—no boring workouts here! Students will build strong bodies, learn new skills, and discover just how fun fitness can be.