Youth Enrichment
OVERVIEW
Berkshire South is where kids can learn and grow in mind and body! The variety of programs we offer mean that kids with all sorts of interests can explore and experience in a fun environment! Programs engage kids in creative activities that build artistic and academic skills, develop discipline, problem-solving and decision-making skills, and a sense of achievement and self-esteem.
For all program-related questions, please contact Molly at mamstead@berkshiresouth.org
Upcoming Programs
Toddler Irish Dance
Ages: 3–5Â
September 21 – October 26
Mondays, 3:30–4:15pm
Instructor: Deirdre Walger
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Registration for this program has closed.
Toddlers explore Irish Dance (Tir Na Nog) through play and body awareness while developing coordination, movement, posture, balance, muscle strength, rhythm, timing, social skills, and confidence. Throughout the class, instructor Deirdre Walger, a lifelong Irish dancer, uses parachutes, dance scarves, stretchy bands, floor ladders, musical instruments, balance beams, stepping stones, hula hoops, tunnels for obstacle courses, jumping hurdles, and of course Irish dance music.
*Parents/guardians are not allowed to stay in the room during the class.
Baila Peque Dance Class
Ages 18 mos. – 2 yrs.
October 10 – November 21
Saturdays, 9:00–9:45am
Instructor: Natalia Whalen
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Registration for this program will open soon.
A bilingual dance class for little ones and their caregivers.
Una clase de danza bilingüe para los peques y sus padres.
Introduce your child to the joy of dance at ¡Baila Peque! a 45 minute introductory dance class that guides toddlers into the world of creative movement with the supportive guidance of a caregiver. Sing and dance to fun songs, learn body and spatial awareness, and use imagination to explore the power of self expression.
Introduzca a tu hijo/a a la alegrÃa de la danza en !Baila Peque! una clase introductoria de bailar que guÃa a los peques al mundo de movimiento creativo con el apoyo de su cuidador/a. Canta y baila, aprende conciencia corporal y espacial, y usa la imaginación para aprender cómo expresarse.
Moves & Grooves: Creative Movement for Children
Ages 3–4
October 17 – November 28
Saturdays, 10:00–10:45am
Instructor: Natalia Whalen
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Registration for this program will open soon.
Creative Movement for Children is a dance class designed to give children tools to help them express emotions, develop motor skills, and create art. During the 45 minute class students are guided through a warm-up, presented with new ideas and concepts rooted in dance forms such as hip hop and modern, and play fun games. And of course we always end class with Freeze Dance!
What to wear to class: comfy, breathable clothing, barefoot or socks with grip (depending on weather).
True North: A Mentorship for Young Men
Ages: 16–18
Every Third Tuesday of the Month
October 20 – March 16
6:45–8:15pm
Led By: Tom Sharpe
Members: $150
Guests: $150
Registration Deadline: October 16
Registration for this program will open soon.
Six months, twelve young men, and the questions that actually shape a life.
True North is a six-month mentorship for young men. It’s a small group of 12 coming together to work through the questions that actually shape a life: who are you becoming, what do you stand for, what life are you ready to build? Experience real conversations about what comes next, who you learn from, who you build with, the risks worth taking, and the story you want to tell. Every session ends with one thing to go act on, and the group holds each other to it. Confidence follows action, not the other way around. It’s not therapy, not a lecture, and not a pitch for anything. Just twelve young men getting honest and building lives they’re proud of.
The True North Group Meets on: October 20, November 1, December 15, January 19, February 16, March 16
Please Note: This is not a drop-in class. Participants must commit to all six sessions. Pizza, snacks, and drinks provided at every session. If you have any dietary restrictions, please contact Molly at mamstead@berkshiresouth.org
Pre-Ballet 1
Ages 3–4
October 26 – December 21 (no class Dec. 7)
Mondays, 4:45–5:25pm
Instructor: Natalia Whalen
Members: $70
Guests: $90
Registration for this program will open soon.
Pre-Ballet 1 is a dance class designed to give children the building blocks of ballet. With lively music, games, and plenty of opportunity to express themself children will develop cognitive, motor, and social skills. The 45 minute class is structured with a warm-up, ballet concepts like how to pointe the feet, march, and walk on tip toe, and always has fun games.Â
What to wear: leotard, shorts / leggings / tights, ballet slippers (slippers should fit like a glove).
Kids in the Kitchen: Nourishing Holiday Treats
Ages: 6–10
November 11, 4:30–6:00pm
Instructor: Thais Harris
Free For Everyone
Registration for this program will open soon.
Kids in the Kitchen presents healthy cooking for kids! In this workshop, children connect with different cultures and experiences through food while learning to make delicious meals. Join Thais Harris in for hands-on holiday-themed cooking class! Â