If you like LEGO® bricks, you’ll LOVE this! Snapology provides a fun environment for children to learn science, technology, engineering, art and math using LEGO® bricks and other similar building toys. We want to inspire your children to be creators and innovators for life! Your child is sure to have a blast whether learning about sensors while building drills and magic wands, or discovering how to think in new and creative ways to self-monitor plans, generate solutions to problems, and construct innovative builds all on their own! Shhh…don’t tell them it’s educational! Session 2: Junior Engineering - PK/K Class Only (October 7-November 11) Give your young builder the opportunity to explore, create, and discover with Snapology's hands-on engineering program designed especially for early learners! Using DUPLO® blocks, students will build fun and simple models while exploring how things move through pulleys, levers, gears, wheels, and axles. Through playful experimentation, children will begin to understand exciting STEM concepts like energy, buoyancy, and balance while developing creativity, problem-solving skills, and confidence. With plenty of opportunities for free-building and imagination, this class encourages young minds to explore, invent, and discover the joy of engineering in a fun and engaging environment! Jedi Masters - FMES Class Only (October 8-November 12) Calling all Star Wars® fans! Your child can bring their favorite galaxy to life in Snapology’s exciting Star Wars®-themed class. Using LEGO® bricks and interactive learning tools, students will build iconic scenes, create ships, design lightsabers, and let their imaginations take flight in a galaxy far, far away. Through hands-on building challenges, children will develop creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills while having fun with fellow Star Wars® enthusiasts. Whether they dream of exploring new planets or building the next great invention, this class is the perfect adventure for young Padawans ready to create, imagine, and learn. May the Force be with them! Foundational Engineering - Grades 1-3 and K-2 (October 7-November 11 and October 8-November 12) Does your child love to build, invent, or figure out how things work? Snapology's Foundational Engineering: Machines & Contraptions class is the perfect opportunity for curious minds to explore the exciting world of engineering through hands-on learning. Using LEGO® bricks, students will build a variety of machines and contraptions while discovering how gears, levers, pulleys, and other simple machines work together to create movement. As they build, test, and redesign their creations, children will strengthen critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork skills in a fun and engaging environment. Whether your child enjoys constructing new ideas or loves taking things apart to understand how they work, this class will inspire a lifelong interest in engineering and STEM while making learning an exciting adventure! Foundational Engineering - Grades 3-8 (October 8-November 12)Take your child’s engineering skills to the next level with Snapology’s Intermediate Engineers program! Students will build exciting LEGO® models while exploring how gears, axles, and levers work together to create movement. Through hands-on building challenges, children will design and construct super-cool creations like cars, merry-go-rounds, go-carts, and catapults while working with classmates to develop teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. With guided instruction and plenty of opportunities to experiment and create, this program inspires young engineers to explore, innovate, and have fun while learning! Session 3: Kinderbots - PK/K Class Only (December 2-Janauary 20) Introduce your child to the exciting world of robotics with Snapology’s hands-on robotics program! Students will explore the fundamentals of robotic design as they build and experiment with creative models that bring engineering concepts to life. From learning how sensors work while creating interactive inventions like drills and magic wands to discovering how gears and pulleys create movement through helicopters and robotic dogs, children will develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence while having fun. This engaging STEM experience encourages young innovators to explore, design, and discover the possibilities of robotics! Creature Creator Robotics - Grades 1-3, K-2, and FMES (December 2-January 20and December 3-January 21) Calling all animal lovers and young builders! In Snapology’s Creature Creator Robotics class, students will combine their love of animals with the excitement of robotics as they create and explore their own animal-inspired robotic models. Using LEGO® bricks and hands-on activities, students will discover how gears, sensors, and simple machines help their creations move and work. From insects and dolphins to gorillas and other amazing creatures, children will build, experiment, and use their imagination while developing early engineering, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. This fun and interactive STEM experience will inspire young learners to create, explore, and discover the world of robotics! Real World Robotics - Grades 3-8 (December 3-January 21)Give your child the opportunity to explore the exciting world of robotics with Snapology’s Real World Robotics class! Designed for young technology enthusiasts, this hands-on STEM experience allows students to build robotic models inspired by real-life technologies while discovering how robots are designed and used in the world around them. Through engaging building challenges, students will explore concepts like gear ratios, sensors, simple machines, and introductory programming as they create projects such as alarm devices, earthquake detectors, robotic arms, and more. Along the way, children will strengthen creativity, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills while having fun building, experimenting, and bringing their robotic ideas to life!

Soccer Skills This class will work on developing soccer fundamentals for all ages and skill levels. In this six-week class, students will focus on learning basic foot skills and passing and then shooting and playing as a team in small-sided games. Players will learn the rules of the game and get to experience why it is the most popular sport worldwide. Soccer balls are provided and all players will take home a soccer ball at the end of the session.

This six-week softball class meets one day per week and is open to female students in grades 1–5. The class focuses on teaching the fundamentals of softball including throwing, catching, hitting, fielding, and base running. Sessions are designed to be fun, age-appropriate, and instructional, with an emphasis on skill development, confidence, and sportsmanship. This class is perfect for beginners or players looking to strengthen their skills.

Creating with Clay! Indulge in the messy fun of pinching, pulling, and pushing clay in a six-week ceramic class. Offered twice a year, this class is perfect for students who want to use clay for the first time or work with the material more! With an "open studio" feel, students will improve their skills with clay while fostering their own creativity in creating one-of-a-kind ceramic works. Students can expect to leave with 2-3 fully fired and glazed ceramic pieces that can last a lifetime! Open to grades 2-5. *Note: No transport provided for this class for students not enrolled in RHES or Carver ASP. Students must be dropped off and picked up by parents.

Strength & Cardio Foundations Build strength, improve endurance, and boost your overall fitness in this six-week program designed for adults of all fitness levels. Each session combines weight training, cardio, mobility, and functional movement exercises to help you move better, feel stronger, and increase your energy. Whether you’re new to exercise or looking to get back into a routine, this supportive program provides expert guidance, exercise modifications, and practical fitness strategies to help you achieve your goals.

Taekwondo is translated into “the way of the hands and feet” and is designed to enhance balance, agility, and flexibility. Courtesy, respect, perseverance, self-control, and positive thinking are the foundations for achieving success in martial arts training. Master Flemmings is a 7th degree black belt, and he has additional martial arts instruction in Karate, Mudukwan, Hapkido, Jujitsu, Krav Maga (Israeli Self Defense) and Hwa Rang Do. Placement in the class will be determined at time of registration. Uniforms must be worn. Uniforms can be obtained through online purchase using the vendor of your choice. A three-piece, white set with a V-neck top, pants, and belt is recommended. Belt testing is available through the instructor. Please note that no spectators are allowed in the building during class sessions.

Taekwondo is translated into “the way of the hands and feet” and is designed to enhance balance, agility, and flexibility. Courtesy, respect, perseverance, self-control, and positive thinking are the foundations for achieving success in martial arts training. Master Flemmings is a 7th degree black belt, and he has additional martial arts instruction in Karate, Mudukwan, Hapkido, Jujitsu, Krav Maga (Israeli Self Defense) and Hwa Rang Do. Placement in the class will be determined at time of registration. Uniforms must be worn. Uniforms can be obtained through online purchase using the vendor of your choice. A three-piece, white set with a V-neck top, pants, and belt is recommended. Belt testing is available through the instructor. Please note that no spectators are allowed in the building during class sessions.

This is an introduction to tennis class, designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions and modified scoring, all tailored to age and size. It’s the fast, fun way to get kids into tennis and keep them playing. These are year-long classes. Students will need a 21, 23 or 25-inch racket, available from any sporting goods outlet or discount store. If you do not have a racket or do not know what size your child needs, the instructor will provide a sample for your child to try before you make a purchase.

Fall Endurance Add some variety to your list of sport accomplishments through the Fall Endurance program. Let your child experience the excitement of running while realizing their physical and mental potential. This five-part endurance program, designed and led by RHHS’s USATF certified & 17x USA Today Cross-Country Coach of the Year Levi Sybert, brings focus to endurance running and the sport of cross country in a fun and interactive way. Participants will meet at Richmond Hill High School’s Track Complex where they will be paired up with students of similar ability to prepare for a culminating race run on the RHHS Cross Country race on the final day. Our goal is that each child will experience firsthand how to find fun and thrill in an activity they can do anywhere at any time. Open to grades K-5. No transport available for this class. Spring Speed Add some variety to your list of sport accomplishments through the Track & Field Spring Speed program. Let your child experience the thrill of racing their friends while realizing their physical and mental potential. This 5-part speed program, designed and lead by RHHS’s USATF certified & 14x Savannah Morning News’ Coach of the Year Levi Sybert, brings focus to the speed side of the sport of Track & Field in a fun and interactive way. Participants will meet at Richmond Hill High School’s Track Complex where they will be paired up with students of similar ability in order to prepare for their meet with the high school students at the Apex Invite. Our goal is that each child will experience first hand how to find fun and thrill in an activity they can do anywhere at anytime. Open to grades K-5. No transport available for this class.

This class is designed to teach beginner players the fundamentals of volleyball in a fostering, encouraging environment. Over the course of 6 weeks they will learn the basics of passing, setting, hitting, and serving. In addition to skill development, players will learn the importance of communication and teamwork, building confidence both on and off the court. Through drills and skill-building games, participants will develop a strong foundation of volleyball while making new friends and having fun! Reminders: Bring water and proper sports attire (shorts, T-shirt, and comfortable running sneakers with good grip or volleyball shoes). **If you have/plan on buying volleyball shoes, they are STRICTLY meant for indoor court use. Please come in a different pair of shoes (i.e; crocs, slides, flip flops), and once inside, player can change shoes. Please make sure socks are brought or worn. Knee pads are suggested but not required.

The Magic of Watercolor Animals (August 25-October 6) In this course, students will learn the basics of working with watercolors and creating watercolor paintings from local, full-time artist Paul Downs. Each weekly one-hour class will build on the previous week’s lesson and introduce different tools and techniques in the creation of a 6x9 watercolor painting. The class will learn the fundamentals of how to paint with watercolors, how to use additional tools in their creation, and how to finish and display watercolor art. See examples of Paul's work below for a few of the animals that will be in the lessons.  The Magic of Watercolor Landscape (October 20-December 8) In this course, students will learn the basics of working with watercolors and creating watercolor paintings from local full time artist Paul Downs. Each weekly one-hour class will build on the previous week’s lesson and introduce different tools and techniques in the creation of a 6x9 watercolor painting. The class will learn the fundamentals of how to paint with watercolors, how to use additional tools in their creation, and how to finish and display watercolor art. Examples will be added soon.

The Magic of Watercolor Workshop In this two-hour workshop, students will learn the basics of working with watercolors and creating watercolor paintings from local, full-time artist Paul Downs. This class will introduce different tools and techniques in the creation of a 6x9 watercolor painting. The class will learn the fundamentals of how to paint with watercolors and how to use additional tools in their creation. All supplies and a pre-drawn image are provided. See an examples of Paul's work below. The October class will be painting the pelican piece. The November class will paint the Cosmic Sea Turtle.

Watercolor Animation Studio (Middle/High School) In this course students will learn the basics of working with watercolors and creating watercolor paintings of anime and animation characters from local artist Paul Downs. Each weekly one-hour class will build on the previous week’s lesson and introduce different tools and techniques in the creation of a 6x9 watercolor painting. The class will learn the fundamentals of how to paint with watercolors, how to use additional tools in their creation, and how to finish and display watercolor art. See examples of Paul's work below for a few of the animation subjects that will be in the first session. Subsequent sessions will feature other animation subjects.

Fall Into Art: A Watercolor Adventure for Kids! Calling all young artists in grades K–5! Join us for an 6-week watercolor class where creativity meets the magic of autumn. Each week, your child will explore fun, fall-inspired projects—from colorful leaves and pumpkin patches to forest animals and cozy barns—all while learning brush control, color mixing, layering, and texture in a playful, supportive environment. No experience needed – just imagination and a love for art!What’s included: All supplies, step-by-step instruction, and take-home masterpieces every week! Bloom & Brush: Spring Watercolors for Kids Celebrate spring through color, creativity, and carefree painting! In this engaging watercolor course, young artists will explore painting techniques while creating cheerful, spring-inspired artwork. Students will learn brush control, color mixing, layering, and texture — all while building confidence and channeling their inner creativity. No experience needed – just imagination and a love for art! What’s included: All supplies, step-by-step instruction, and take-home masterpieces every week!

Wildcat Fishing: Get ready to head to the water! This after-school program is designed to turn middle schoolers into confident, self-sufficient anglers. Whether you’ve never touched a rod or you're already a weekend regular, this course will help you master the technical skills needed to catch the local favorites: Largemouth Bass and Bream (Bluegill/Sunfish). Equipment will be provided. Core Skills & Training We focus on the "Big Four" technical skills that take you from a spectator to a participant: Spinning Reel Mastery: Learn the mechanics of the spinning reel. We will focus on the "finger-flip" technique to achieve long-distance casts and pinpoint accuracy—essential for landing lures right in the Bass's strike zone. Small Cast Net Technique: Learn how to catch your own live bait. We’ll practice the "load and throw" method with a small cast net to help you achieve that perfect "pancake" spread. Pro Pole Setup: Stop relying on others to fix your gear! You will learn how to rig a rod from scratch, including threading the line, adjusting the drag, and choosing the right tackle for targeting bream or bass. The Fisherman’s Knot: A fish is only as strong as your knot. We will master the Improved Clinch Knot, ensuring your hook stays attached when a big bass decides to run. *Note: RHMS students can stay after school for this course but must be picked up promptly at the end of class.

Youth Athletic Movement is a four-week program designed to help young athletes build a strong foundation in movement, coordination, speed, agility, balance, and overall athleticism. Participants will learn proper movement mechanics, improve body control, and develop confidence through engaging drills, age-appropriate exercises, and fun, game-based activities. Athletes should bring a water bottle and wear comfortable athletic clothing and athletic shoes. This program is open to all experience levels and is a great way for students to improve their physical abilities, build confidence, and have fun while developing skills that transfer to any sport.