2021 Recreation Vaughan Virtual Spring Programs

2021 Recreation Vaughan Virtual Spring Programs

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Sign your kids up for virtual April Break programs! There are plenty to choose from, including LEGO challenge, Disney-inspired fitness, slime-making, checkers and chess, STEM robotics, film making, arts and crafts, musical theatre, and athletic training. Remember to register early. Limited spots.

Registration for virtual programs

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2021 Recreation Vaughan Virtual Spring Programs

Pre-registration is required for all virtual programs. Seasonal virtual programs will be offered once a week for up to 11 weeks, for 45 minutes to one hour. Virtual School Break and P.A. Day programs are also offered. Registration for virtual programs is open until the day of the first class.

There are limited spots available, but participants are encouraged to add themselves to the waitlist as participation numbers and ratios will be closely monitored. Recreation staff will monitor waitlists daily. If a program spot becomes available, interested participants will be contacted directly to register.

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Livestreaming via Zoom

City instructors will live stream programming via the Zoom web application. All program participants will be provided an information package on how we will use various features on the Zoom platform to ensure all participants have an engaging, fun, and safe experience.

Program Highlights

All programs run virtually. Internet access and a computer with audio and video capabilities are required. A participant information package, supply list (if applicable), and Zoom link to your program will be emailed in advance. Parent/guardian assistance may be required.

Virtual April Break Programs (April 12-16)

Artful Adventures | 9 – 12 years
April 12-16 | M,W,F 1:00pm-2:00pm

Art for art’s sake! Develop your own artistic style by experimenting with a variety of art mediums and techniques — pencil, pastels, and acrylic paint. Showcase your artistic ability with a painting on canvas; an art show of all the masterpieces will be posted for everyone to admire on @recvaughan Instagram!

Becoming a Social Media Inﬂuencer | 10 – 13 years
April 13 | Tue 1:00pm-2:00pm

Want to gain real followers? Turn your posts into a personal brand! Maybe you’re a foodie, fashionista, artist, or athlete. Learn how to tell your story and create authentic content that will boost engagement (likes, comments, shares!) and increase your follow- ing on TikTok.

Checkers for Beginners | 4 – 6 years
April 15 | Thu 9:00am-10:00am

Up your strategy with a game of checkers. Learn player fundamentals — starting positions, game rules, and foreseeing your opponent’s next move. Increase your critical thinking abilities, concentration and problem solving playing this fun, classic board game.

Chess for Beginners | 5 – 9 years
Apr 12-Apr 16 M-F 2:30pm-3:30pm

Can we challenge you to a game of chess? Learn player fundamentals, including starting positions, how the pieces move, captures, check, checkmate, stalemate, and pawn promotion. Chess is an educational game known for its many ‘brainy’ benefits: concentration, logic, memory, strategic thinking, and problem-solving – it’s even been linked to improved academic performance! Plus, through friendly game-play, children learn how to handle wins and defeats, like a champ.

City Playhouse Academy

City Playhouse Academy: Musical Theatre Mania | 9 – 14 years
April 12-16 | M-F 11:00am-12:00pm

It’s showtime! Build your performance skills in the ar- eas of acting, vocal ability, choreography, and character development through a variety of virtual musical theatre activities. Learn a different performance skill each day as you create and present monologues, work on dialogues, dance, sing, use masks for character development, and participate in group scene work.

Note: Programs may feature auditions for a final showcase. If there are no auditions, roles will be selected randomly through a draw. Performers require access to a printer as materials and scripts are emailed in advance. More details to be provided during your session. Email [email protected] for more information.

Craft With Me |2 – 4 years
April 13-15 | Tu,Th 10:30am-11:30am

Does your little one like to get their hands messy making crafts? Let your imaginations run wild together with some creative crafting! Here, you and your child will paint a little, cut a bit, colour some, and glue a strip!

Crafty Kids | 5 – 8 years
April 12-16 | M,W,F 10:00am-11:00am

Get your glue ready! Experiment with a variety of craft materials like paint, construction paper, pom poms, and googly eyes as you create cool craft keepsakes.

Disney-Inspired Fitness Fun | 3 – 5 years
April 14-16 | W,F 11:00am-12:00pm

Bring some magic to your workout with Disney-inspired exercises! Get up and move, stretch, jog and jump to Disney music. Giggles and dressing like your favourite Disney character are encouraged. Fitness has never been more fun!

Film Making Workshop | 9 – 15 years
Apr 15-16 | Th,F 9:00am-3:00pm

Action, adventure, comedy, and suspense await you! Using our equipment and under the guidance of a master filmmaker, young filmmakers learn how to storyboard, develop a script, create camera angles, edit, add special effects, music, and titles. The result… a blockbuster to enjoy on the big screen with family and friends. What’s in the box: MacBook Air loaded with how to make a movie content, Pro HD camera, tripod, green screen, boom microphone with pole, kid-friendly how to make a movie guide, and synchronous online instruction.

Note: This program runs in conjunction with Film Camp In A Box. The ‘box’ of equipment will be dropped off to participants prior to the start of the program.