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Life enrichment and preschool programs are mostly held at the Hillcrest Community Center and the Moss Building at the Waters-Moss Memorial Wildlife Area. Check below for current offerings. For 50+ programs, check here.
Online Classes with
My First Mobile Apps
Every year, billions of apps are downloaded, however building high quality mobile apps has been beyond reach to younger coders…but not anymore!
Learn the basics of the mobile programming environment and how to code your very own apps. Explore how to employ text, device sensors and even the camera to build projects and games involving image recognition, word games, riddles and more. Pre-registration required.
ACTIVITY # | DATE | TIME | Location | AGE | PRICE |
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313920-01 | Sa: Jun 12-Aug 28, 2021 | 12:30-1:30 pm | Online with live instructor | Grades 4th-7th | $150 |
Scratch Ninja
Developed by MIT, this is a great way to introduce kids to computer programming. Learn core computer science and coding concepts such as loop, conditional, motion and sensing. Work on a project in each session, ranging from animation, games to graphic design, storytelling and more. Pre-registration required.
ACTIVITY # | DATE | TIME | Location | AGE | PRICE |
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313920-02 | Sa: Jun 12-Aug 28, 2021 | 2-3 pm | Online with live instructor | Grades 2nd-5th | $150 |
Minecraft: Code to Mod Camp
Do you love playing Minecraft? Now you can turn that into love for coding as well. Let your creativity shine in this fun and challenging camp, where you can code games, stories, buildings and anything else you want to make happen in Minecraft and see them come alive in the game. Coding is done through a drag and drop interface similar to Scratch, but digs deeper into computer programming methodologies – a great next step for kids who have mastered Scratch and would like to continue to learn coding. Pre-registration required.
Please Note: Must be very familiar with Scratch with at least 20 hours of Scratch coding experience or completed Create & Learn Scratch Ninja I and II classes. Requires Windows or Mac computer. Program does not work on Chromebook. No Minecraft license needed.
ACTIVITY # | DATE | TIME | Location | AGE | PRICE |
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313920-03 | Sa: Jul 26-30, 2021 | 11 am-1:30 pm | Online with live instructor | Grades 4th-7th | $250 |
Junior Robotics and Microbit Camp
Two classes in one camp! Learn how coding is used in robotics through fun, hands-on projects. Discover how to navigate robots through virtual worlds, complete exciting maze challenges and more. You will also learn Microbit coding and how to control electronic components like LED lights, speakers and sensors, while building fun games and interactive experiments. Pre-registration required.
ACTIVITY # | DATE | TIME | Location | AGE | PRICE |
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313920-04 | Mon-Fri: Jul 26-30, 2021 | 3-4:30 pm | Online with live instructor | Grades 2nd-4th | $250 |
Camps
Camp slime
Ages: 6-9
7:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Session 1: July 12-16, 2021
Session 2: Aug 2-6, 2021
Price: $145
Get ready for a week of messy fun! Everything from shaving cream slip n’ slide, to slimy crafts, to gooey projects, to squishy games and more. A fun day camp with a messy twist. Wear clothes and shoes that can get stained and dirty. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, swimsuit, goggles, towel, water shoes and change of clothes. Pre-registration required.
Summer dance camps
Youth camp: ages 5-8
Aug 9-13, 2021, 9 am to 12 pm (Friday is show only)
Price: $99
Preschool camp: ages 2-4 (with adult participant)
Aug 9-13, 2021, 12-12:30 pm (Friday is show at 9 am)
Price: $45
Hillcrest Community Center
Kids in both camps will learn the fundamentals of ballet, jazz and cheerleading. For more details and to register, click here.
Preschool programs
Flower Power
It’s spring and the flowers are blooming! Come celebrate with some flower crafts and activities. Social distancing will be in place, enrollment is limited. Pre-registration required.
ACTIVITY # | DATE | TIME | Location | AGE | PRICE |
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310715-01 | Thu, Apr 22, 2021 | 10-10:45 am | Hillcrest | 2-5 with adult participant | $6 |
Ready for Takeoff
Do you like airplanes? Did you know that Cosmo Park used to be the old Columbia Municipal Airport? Come see us at Cosmo Park for some fun airplane-themed crafts and activities to help celebrate Columbia’s 200th birthday. Pre-registration required.
ACTIVITY # | DATE | TIME | Location | AGE | PRICE |
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310716-01 | Wed, May 12, 2021 | 10-10:45 am | Garrison Shelter at Cosmo Park | 2-5 with adult participant | $6 |
Bubble Bash
It’s a bubble blowout! Come make your own bubble wand, blow lots of fun bubbles and make other bubble-related crafts. Pre-registration required.
ACTIVITY # | DATE | TIME | Location | AGE | PRICE |
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310713-01 | Tues, Jun 15, 2021 | 10-10:45 am | Shelter at Waters-Moss | 2-5 with adult participant | $6 |
Life enrichment
Aikido for kids
Saturdays, April 17-May 22, 2021
Ages 10-13, 9:30 to 10:30 am – Activity #311908-01
Ages 6-9, 10:45 to 11:45 am – Activity #311908-02
Saturdays, Jun 5-Jul 17, 2021 (skip 7/3)
Ages 10-13, 9:30 to 10:30 am – Activity #311908-03
Ages 6-9, 10:45 to 11:45 am – Activity #311908-04
Saturdays, Jul 24-Aug 28, 2021
Ages 10-13, 9:30 to 10:30 am – Activity #311908-05
Ages 6-9, 10:45 to 11:45 am – Activity #311908-06
Price: $37, Moss Building
Learn confidence without aggression, and balance and coordination through patience and discipline. Both fun and physical, Aikido encourages harmony in the face of violence using redirection and fluid motion to end conflict both physically and verbally. Pre-registration required. Social distancing in place, enrollment is limited.
Intro to fencing
Thursdays, April 1-May 6, 2021 – Activity #311800-01
Thursdays, May 13-June 17, 2021 – Activity #311800-02
Thursdays, June 22-July 29, 2021 – Activity #311800-03
Ages 10-adult, 6 to 8 p.m.
Price: $48, Moss Building
Stay healthy in body and mind, and have fun while exercising! Brief history, hand and body positions, lunges, attacks, parries, and strategy will be emphasized. Fencing jacket and equipment provided for use in class. Pre-registration required. Social distancing in place, enrollment is limited.
Aikido
Mondays/Wednesdays, April 5-28, 2021 – Activity #311204-01
Mondays/Wednesdays, May 3-26, 2021 (skip 5/31) – Activity #311204-02
Mondays/Wednesdays, June 2-30, 2021 – Activity #311204-03
Mondays/Wednesdays, Juyl 7-28, 2021 – Activity #311204-04
Mondays/Wednesdays, Aug 2-30, 2021 – Activity #311204-05
6 to 8 pm
Price: $45, Moss Building
Learn how to relax, not fight, when conflict occurs. Aikido uses the principle of non-resistance, therefore strength is not a pre-requisite, making Aikido useful to women, men, and older people alike as an effective means of self-defense. Pre-registration required. Social distancing in place, enrollment is limited.
Judo
Mondays/Wednesdays, Apr 5-28, 2021 – Activity #311310-01
Mondays/Wednesdays, May 3-26, 2021 (skip 5/31) – Activity #311310-02
Mondays/Wednesdays, Jun 2-30, 2021 – Activity #311310-03
Mondays/Wednesdays, Jul 7-28, 2021 – Activity #311310-04
Mondays/Wednesdays, Aug 2-30, 2021 – Activity #311310-05
6 to 7:30 pm
Price: $45, Hillcrest Community Center
Learn traditional Judo, Freestyle Judo and grappling, including throwing, ground work and submissions. Join DDD Judo Mid-MO for fun, fitness and self-defense, in this class for all ages and skill levels. DDD Judo Mid-MO is a registered AAU Judo club, active for 22 years, now offering instructional classes in coordination with Columbia Parks and Recreation.
Tae Kwon-Do
Tues/Thurs, July 13-Aug 19, 2021 (Beginners 6-7 p.m. Activity #311301-03) (Advanced: 7-8 pm Activity #311303-03)
Begin learning or continue learning some of the basic hand and foot techniques of this martial art of self-defense. Develop self-confidence, discipline, coordination, balance and all-around physical fitness. Wear comfortable clothes that you can kick in. Uniform is required after first 6-week session. Belt testing fees paid separately. Pre-registration required.
Koryo Gumdo
Tuesdays, Apr 6-27, 2021 (Beginners 6-7 pm Activity #311210-01) (Intermediate 7-8 pm Activity #311211-01)
Tuesdays, May 4-25, 2021 (Beginners 6-7 pm Activity #311210-02) (Intermediate 7-8 pm Activity #311211-02)
Tuesdays, Jun 1-22, 2021 (Beginners 6-7 pm Activity #311210-03) (Intermediate 7-8 pm Activity #311211-03)
Tuesdays, Jun 29-Jul 20, 2021 (Beginners 6-7 pm Activity #311210-04) (Intermediate 7-8 pm Activity #311211-04)
Tuesdays, Jul 27-Aug 17, 2021 (Beginners 6-7 pm Activity #311210-05) Intermediate 7-8 pm Activity #311211-05)
Ages: 13-adult
Price: $39, Moss Building
Koryo Gumdo is a beautiful martial art involving the use of the long sword, the same one used by ancient Samurai and Hwarang warriors. Mixing traditional and modern sword techniques, it is a graceful, but powerful martial art with rich philosophy. Koryo Gumdo is a fantastic form of exercise and mental training. Learn cuts, blocks, stances and the philosophy behind the sword. Contact Benjamin at opens in a new window[email protected]create new email for questions and about required equipment. Pre-registration required.
One-on-one intro to voiceovers
Date and Time: to be scheduled with instructor
Activity #113142-01
Ages: 18-adult
Price: $49
Instructor: Voices for All, LLC
Explore the voiceover industry and discover trends, opportunities and tools you need to find success. Read a real script and receive coaching from your instructor, a professional voice actor, to improve your delivery. One time, 90 minute, one-on-one video-chat class! Requirements: Students must have internet access and video chatting capabilities such as Skype or iChat/FaceTime. Pre-registration required. After you register, an instructor will contact you to set up date and time.
Tappercise
Get a cardio workout while tapping to music of different eras, from Big Band to contemporary. Tap shoes recommended but not required. Pre-registration required.
Instructor: Pat Schreiner