ASP@81 Classes

Rockin' Robotics
Grades 5-8
Mondays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $1184
Location: 81st Street
Instructor: Launch 

Cryptology
Grades 5-8
Tuesdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $1030
Location: 81st Street
Instructors: Laura Stordy

Cryptology is the science used to try to keep information secret and safe using a mix of mathematics, computer science, and electrical engineering. Students will learn how to create and break codes and ciphers, and the mathematical underpinnings behind them!

Circus Skills
Grades 5-8
Tuesdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $1030
Location: 81st Street
Instructors: Ardalan Parsa

Juggling, slacklining, plate spinning, diabolo yoyo, and more! While rotating through activity stations, students will  practice patience, resilience, and a growth mindset. To help them stay motivated, they'll keep a progress log of their personal bests in each station. As we progress through the semesters, students will be able to allocate more time to the stations they want to improve on and learn advanced skills. 

Calhoun Athletics: Soccer 
Grades 5-6 
Tuesdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $978
Location: Gym @85th, 325 W 85th St
Instructor: Calhoun Athletic Department

Calhoun Athletics, in partnership with U1 Sports, is excited to offer this new soccer class. Participants will learn the fundamental skills of the game in a fun and growth-based environment. Through a mix of creative gameplay, skills training, and introductions to the Calhoun Athletic Department's culture, participants will learn the game and leave excited to continue their soccer journey at Calhoun.

Please wear sneakers and athletic clothes.

Extended Day @81: Tuesday
Grades 5-8
Tuesdays; 4:45-6pm
Cost: $273
Location: 81st Street, various
Instructors: ASP Staff

Extended care offered from 4:45-6pm, after ASP classes are dismissed.

Grades 5-8
Tuesdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $438
Location: 81st Street, various
Instructor: Calhoun Faculty & ASP Staff

Homework Help Club provides 5th-8th graders with a quiet space and opportunity to seek extra support in completing their homework. Students may participate in group games and activities when work is finished.

Drop-in: In order to reserve a space for drop-in, you must fill-out a drop-in request form by 1pm. Without the notification, we will not be able to take responsibility for your child. You must purchase a Drop-in Pass, redeemable for 5 drop-in sessions, to be used as needed.

Teen Yoga and Mindfulness
Grades 5-8
Wednesdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $1184
Location: Calhoun 503
Instructor: Karma Kids

Join us for an energy releasing yoga class that’s just for tweens and teens! We’ll work on basic and challenging yoga poses such as inversions and arm balances, group poses and partner poses including acro-yoga poses, yoga games and mindfulness activities, breathing exercises and more! We’ll bend, stretch, balance and breathe as we strengthen our bodies and learn about ourselves – what makes us special, how we can connect to others and calm our brains and bodies. Our class will end in deep relaxation where all of the kids will get yummy smelling foot rubs! This is a great complement to any sport or specialty, for the non-competitive child, and for anyone that loves or wants to check out yoga. Yoga mats will be provided. Please wear/bring comfortable clothes.

Chess
Grades 5-8
Wednesdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $1030
Instructor: Chris Chanin
Location: 81st Street

The Chess class is open to 5th-8th graders regardless of experience. We will use the most recent technologies (SmartBoard, internet, iPad, laptop, etc.) to explore the royal game, from the basic ideas of check and check mate to deep strategy. All materials will be provided. Students will be given both group and individual instruction, and will receive end-of-the-semester gifts to complement their education!

Calhoun Athletics: Run Club (Outdoor)
Grades 5-6 
Wednesdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $978
Location: Riverside Park
Instructor: Calhoun Athletic Department

For those with loads of energy left after school, Calhoun Athletics offers the Calhoun Run Club! This program introduces basic running form, technique, and strategy throughout different drills and runs. It is also an introduction to the Calhoun Athletics philosophy and core values. All runner levels are encouraged! Please wear sneakers and athletic clothes. Students will be outdoors, weather-permitting. They will return to the school for 4:45pm dismissal.

Extended Day @81: Wednesday
Grades 5-8
Wednesdays; 4:45-6pm
Cost: $273
Location: 81st St, various
Instructor: ASP Staff

Extended care offered from 4:45-6pm, after ASP classes are dismissed.

Homework Help 
Grades 5-8
Wednesdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $438
Location: 81st St, various
Instructor: Calhoun Faculty & ASP Staff

Homework Help Club provides 5th-8th graders with a quiet space and opportunity to seek extra support in completing their homework. Students may participate in group games and activities when work is finished.

Drop-in: In order to reserve a space for drop-in, you must fill-out a drop-in request form by 1pm. Without the notification, we will not be able to take responsibility for your child. You must purchase a Drop-in Pass, redeemable for 5 drop-in sessions, to be used as needed.

Act it Up!
Grade 5-8 
Thursdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $830
Location: 81st St
Instructor: Treehouse Shakers

Enjoy Treehouse Shakers’ Acting Program with their awarded teaching
artists. Participants learn how to use voice, body, and imagination, while also learning the essentials of acting for stage, ensemble building games, stage directions, stage vocabulary, scene study and so much more. Develop performance skills while promoting positive self-confidence, social awareness, empathy, and working as a group. Students will learn about this creative art form while having fun.

Calhoun Athletics: Volleyball
Grades 5-6
Thursdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $788
Location: 81st St gym, 8th fl
Instructor: Calhoun Athletic Department

In partnership with U1 Sports, Calhoun Athletics is excited to offer volleyball. Participants will learn the game's fundamental skills in a fun, growth-based environment. Through a mix of creative gameplay, skills training, and introductions to the Calhoun Athletic Department's culture, participants will learn the game and leave excited to continue their volleyball journey at Calhoun. Please wear sneakers and athletic clothes.

Calhoun Athletics: Basketball
Grades 5-6
Thursdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $788
Location: 81st St gym, 8th fl
Instructor: Calhoun Athletic Department

In partnership with U1 Sports, Calhoun Athletics is excited to offer this basketball training class. Basketball participants will learn and refine the game's fundamental skills while building athletic self-confidence through clinic and gameplay. Led by former basketball players, this class will emphasize spacing, cutting, ball handling, passing, shooting, footwork, team offense, and team defense. Each class will include 30 minutes of skill training followed by play among class participants. This training is great preparation for future school and/or travel team play. Please wear sneakers and athletic clothes.

Extended Day @81: Thursday
Grades 5-8
Thursdays; 4:45-6pm
Cost: $227
Location: 81st Street, various
Instructor: ASP Staff

Extended care offered from 4:45-6pm, after ASP classes are dismissed.

Homework Help
Grades 5-8
Thursdays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $365
Location: 81st Street, various
Instructor: Calhoun Faculty & ASP Staff

Homework Help Club provides 5th-8th graders with a quiet space and opportunity to seek extra support in completing their homework. Students may participate in group games and activities when work is finished.

Drop-in: In order to reserve a space for drop-in, you must fill-out a drop-in request form by 1pm. Without the notification, we will not be able to take responsibility for your child. You must purchase a Drop-in Pass, redeemable for 5 drop-in sessions, to be used as needed.

Tabletop and Strategy Games
Grades 5-8
Fridays; 3:30-4:45pm
Cost: $830
Location: 81st Street
Instructor: Zach Leong

This class is for anyone wanting to be part of a fantastical or science fiction adventure or to create landscapes filled with life-like scenery! We welcome people of all experience levels who want to paint models and figures, make dioramas of faraway or familiar landscapes, or participate in roleplaying or strategy games. Gloomhaven, Warhammer, and other similar board games will be offered. Paints, brushes, models, and games will be provided but we are open to evolving based on your interests!