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The Academies Session 2 Offerings 2026-2027 (4)

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K-4

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Year-Round Ballet *currently full

Garden Club

Sideline Cheer

Oinky’s Bend & Play

Little Medical School

Tennis TK-K

Year-Round Ballet *4:00-5:00 pm (Free After Care Included) Tennis

Moves & Grooves: Dance Fundamentals *K only Garden Club All About Animals

Lego Coding *K Only Sideline Cheer Ceramics *K Only

Oinky’s Bend & Play

Little Medical School

LS Soccer Treat Factory

1st Grade

Moves & Grooves: Dance Fundamentals

Lego Coding

All About Animals Tennis

Golf

Sideline Cheer Ceramics

Garden Club *3:50-4:50 pm (Free After Care Included) 2nd Grade

Oinky’s Bend & Play LS Soccer

Little Medical School Agility Academy

Treat Factory

3D Printing Homework Help Tennis

Moves & Grooves: Dance Fundamentals

Sideline Cheer

Lego Coding

Martial Arts

LS Soccer

All About Animals

Ceramics

Treat Factory

Golf

Little Medical School Agility Academy


Garden Club *3:50-4:50 pm (Free After Care Included) 3rd Grade

Royal Choir - AM *closed for registration Homework Help

3D Printing

Sideline Cheer

Robotics

Moves & Grooves: Dance Fundamentals

Martial Arts

Tennis

Ceramics

Golf

Homework Help Robotics Tennis

Royal Choir - AM *closed for registration 3D Printing Moves & Grooves: Dance Fundamentals

Lego Coding

Agility Academy

LS Soccer Treat Factory

Garden Club *3:50-4:50 pm (Free After Care Included) 4th Grade

Royal Choir - AM *closed for registration

First Friday Lacrosse

Sideline Cheer Martial Arts

Royal Choir - AM *closed for registration

First Friday Lacrosse

LS Soccer

Agility Academy

Royal Choir - AM *closed for registration

First Friday Lacrosse

LS Soccer

Agility Academy

Golf 5th Grade

Homework Help Robotics Tennis

6th-8th Grade

Bible Journaling

Royal Choir - AM *closed for registration

Sideline Cheer

3D Printing

Martial Arts

Golf Tennis *US students Included

Class Descriptions are listed by grade and alphabetically by title.

First Friday Lacrosse


The Academies: K-Prep 4 through 5th Grade 3D Printing - In this class, we will explore 3D printing! Students will learn how to use Tinkercad to create and print Christmas ornaments and light up Christmas trees. They will start with their theme and create a plan for their design, create the pieces in Tinkercad, and then print out their ornament on our very own TFA 3D printers. They will come away with a fun and memorable Christmas ornament and Christmas tree that they have designed! Instructor: Kim Moseler, US Art Teacher Tuesdays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $155 All About Animals - Are you curious about birds of the air, mammals that roam, reptiles and

amphibians that slither and creep, or the mysterious creatures of the deep? This beginner biology class will explore and gain a greater appreciation for God’s creation through story-telling, crafts, themed-snacks, and more! Instructor: Sarah Rosario, LS Teacher Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15 pm Cost: $155

Agility Academy - Agility Academy is an exciting and fun group for 1st to 5th graders, focused on boosting speed, quickness, and agility through playful drills and activities. Each session includes games and activities that improve footwork, coordination, and reaction time, helping young athletes grow their skills. Along with the physical fun, we’ll also gather for a short Bible devotion, where kids can learn valuable lessons about faith, teamwork, and perseverance. Agility Academy provides a positive, faith-filled environment where kids can stay active, have fun, and build both their athletic abilities and their relationship with God. Instructor: Hunter Bruce, Lower School Sports Coordinator Fridays, 2:50-3:50 pm *No Class on Friday, November 11th Cost: $120 Ballet (Year-Round) - We are excited to welcome back Miss Abby Williamson to lead The Academies Ballet classes this year! Miss Abby provides a professional, artistic, and fun learning environment for all ages and levels. Your child will learn elements of ballet to help improve their strength, flexibility, range of motion, coordination, and balance. Ballet and Movement class runs from August 24, 2026 through April 7, 2027, and will end in a showcase for parents to attend on April 7, 2027. Instructor: Abby Williamson Mondays, K4: 3:00-4:00 pm *Currently full Mondays, TK-K : 4:00-5:00pm (free After School Care included) *After School Care will be provided free of charge to TK/K students between dismissal until the start of class time.


*No class on student/teacher holidays Monthly Cost: $100 Ceramics - Get ready for some festive, hands-on holiday fun! In this cheerful workshop, your young artist will squish, shape, and transform soft air-dry clay into one-of-a-kind Christmas ornaments. From glittery stars to playful trees, kids will love using cool textures, bold paints, and sparkly decorations to bring their unique creations to life. They’ll walk away proud, covered in a little glitter, and carrying ready-to-hang treasures you'll cherish on your tree for years to come! Instructor: Peyton Harris, 2nd Grade Teaching Assistant Wednesdays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $155 Garden Club - Garden Club is a hands-on after-school program where students become the caretakers of the First Academy Learning Garden. Students take ownership of the space, learning how to care for vegetables, herbs, flowers, pollinators, and soil while developing practical gardening skills and a deeper connection to nature. Each week brings new opportunities to dig, plant, weed, water, harvest, taste fresh produce, and prepare simple garden-to-table recipes using ingredients grown right in the garden. Each student will plant seeds in their own containers to take home and grow. During the fall season we will be planting: tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, spinach, carrots, beets, radish, flowers, and more!" Instructor: Grow Your Soul Tuesdays, K4-K: 2:50-3:50 pm; 1st-3rd: 3:50-4:50 pm (free After School Care included) *After School Care will be provided free of charge to 1st-3rd grade students between dismissal until the start of class time. Cost: $176/8 weeks​ Golf - Join Coach Daniel from the Brian Davis Golf Academy for a fun and encouraging introduction to golf! This class is perfect for students who are new to the sport and want to learn the basics in a supportive environment and experienced golf players. Each session will focus on developing fundamental skills like grip, stance, swing, and putting—all while building confidence and a love for the game. No prior experience needed! Instructor: Coach Daniel Pachón, Brian Davis Golf Academy Tuesdays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $210 Homework Help - Does your student need a dedicated, distraction-free space to tackle their daily assignments? In this structured study hall, students work independently in a quiet, supportive environment. A certified teacher is available throughout the session to answer questions, explain challenging concepts, and offer reinforcement whenever needed. Students are welcome to bring a healthy snack to stay energized as they cross off their to-do list before heading home!


Instructor: Jill Pierce, Lower School Teacher Mondays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $120 Lego Coding - Students will grow their problem-solving abilities, creativity, and project management skills through participation in this engaging class. In this leveled program, students will be able to develop their skill set in principles of programming, including algorithms and logic, no matter what their knowledge base is. Students will also write and test their own codes. Instructor: Kelly Reser, LS Admin Thursdays, 3:00-4:00 pm Cost: $140 Little Medical School - God created the human body and cares about you greatly! Learn all about the different parts of your body and how they work together. ‘Little Medical School’ gives you the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge that is both practical and super cool. Get ready to put on your lab coat, make new discoveries, and see God’s design in action every week! Instructor: Megan Torres, Clinical Staff Fridays, 2:50-3:50 *Last class is Thursday, November 19th instead of Friday, November 20th Cost: $155 Lower School Soccer - Lower School Soccer is designed to build our players' skills, confidence, and love for the game! This season features an exciting new internal format hosted right here on campus—no traveling to other schools required. Each session includes 30 minutes of focused skill development followed by 30 minutes of intrasquad game play, giving our athletes the chance to put their training into action as they compete against fellow Royals. Parents are invited to join us and cheer on the players during the final 30 minutes of each class! Instructor: Parent Volunteer Coaches Thursdays , 3:00 - 4:00 pm Cost: $140 Martial Arts - Martial Arts is a fun and engaging program designed to teach students the fundamentals of karate while building confidence, discipline, focus, coordination, and respect. Students will learn basic techniques, movements, and self-defense skills through age-appropriate instruction and activities. Each participant will also receive their own karate uniform and belt to use throughout the program. Instructor: Nathan Moore, Moe’s Martial Arts Club Wednesdays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $140 Move & Grooves: Dance Fundamentals - This class introduces girls to the joy of dance through movement, music, and creativity. This class builds a strong foundation in ballet and jazz technique


while developing coordination, flexibility, balance, rhythm, musicality, and self-confidence. Girls will learn the fundamentals of dance in a positive, engaging environment that encourages creativity, discipline, and self-expression. Through technique exercises, across-the-floor progressions, creative movement, and age-appropriate choreography, dancers will strengthen both their technical skills and their love for the performing arts. Whether they are taking their very first dance class or continuing their dance journey, students will gain the confidence and foundational skills needed to grow as young artists. Instructor: Jere’ James-Snowden, Inez Patricia School of Dance Tuesdays, 3:00-4:00 pm Monthly Cost: $120 Oinky’s Bend and Play - Join “Oinky” and Miss Stav for a healthy exercise and mind-body movement class designed for energetic kids who won’t need to sit still! Kids move, play, breathe, focus, and learn to regulate big feelings through kid-friendly yoga, breathing techniques, imaginative movement, puppets, sensory jars, emotional regulation skills, calming activities, and relaxing rest time. Wiggly, energetic, curious, and spirited kids are welcome here! Instructor: Stav Pender, Mindful Start Thursdays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $165 Robotics Club - VEX GO: Engineering Fun for Young Innovators! VEX GO is an exciting, hands-on STEM program designed for elementary school students in after-school academies. This construction system introduces the fundamentals of engineering, coding, and problem-solving through engaging, collaborative activities. With easy-to-use snap-together pieces and interactive challenges, VEX GO helps young learners build confidence in STEM while fostering creativity, teamwork, and a love for innovation! Instructor: Kari Ursu, MS Teacher Mondays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $120 Sideline Cheer - Get ready to bring the energy and school spirit! In Sideline Cheer, Lower School girls will learn cheers, chants, motions, and basic cheerleading skills while building confidence, teamwork, and school spirit. Students will prepare to cheer on our Lower School teams during the upcoming flag football and basketball seasons in the spring. No prior cheer experience is required—just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Instructor: Ashley Boyd, LS Teacher Wednesdays, 2:50-3:50pm Cost: $150 Tennis - Tennis will focus on building and developing the fundamentals of the game, including groundstrokes, volleys, serves, footwork, scoring, and match play. Each session will feature a mix of individual instruction, group drills, fun games, and team and individual competitions. Players will be grouped and separated based on age and skill level to ensure instruction is appropriately challenging and engaging for everyone. All skill levels are welcome!


Instructor: Discipline Rift Mondays: K4-5th 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $150 Treat Factory - Get ready to mix, roll, and create delicious goodies—no oven required! In this hands-on class, students will learn to whip up their own tasty, healthy snacks like colorful fruit kabobs and bite-sized energy balls. It’s the ultimate culinary adventure for young chefs who love to make, decorate, and taste their own delicious creations! Instructor: Karyn Wilczynski, LS Teacher Thursdays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $155

The Academies: Session 2 Clinics (K-Prep 4 through 5th Grade) First Fridays Lacrosse (Open to 3rd - 8th Graders) - Join Varsity Coach Reed Reynolds for one hour on the first Friday of each month to sharpen your lacrosse skills. Come for just as many weeks as you can - or all five sessions! All skill levels are welcome and no equipment is needed. First Fridays Lacrosse is held on the Lower School field. Instructor: Reed Reynolds Dates: First Friday of each month, 3-4 pm: 10/2/26, 11/6/26, 12/4/26 Cost: Free

The Academies: Private Lessons Art: Private Lessons - We are excited to offer private art lessons with Mrs. Moseler! Offerings include: -3D Printing​ ​ ​ -Drawing -Acrylic Painting​ ​ -Master Artists Lesson / Watercolor Painting -Printmaking​ ​ ​ -Oil Painting (Middle and High school only, 60 min) -Photography​​ ​ -Other art assistance, except clay. After registration, Mrs. Moseler will be in contact with you to set up a time that is convenient for both of your schedules. Instructors: Kim Moseler, US Art Teacher Scheduling is completed after registration, based on student preference. Cost: $40/30-minute lessons; $80/60-minute lessons Ceramics: Private Lessons - We are excited to offer private ceramics lessons with Mrs. Collins! Whether you want to learn to throw a pot on the Potter's Wheel, or make coil, slab, or pinch sculptures, you will find some fun with clay. Or maybe you need help assembling a portfolio for a job or college interview, learn how to show off your work!


After registration, Mrs. Collins will be in contact with you to set up a time that is convenient for both of your schedules. Instructors: Cynthia Collins, US Art Teacher Scheduling is completed after registration, based on student preference. Cost: $40/30-minute lessons; $80/60-minute lessons Golf: Private Lessons - Elevate your student's game with private, one-on-one golf lessons from Coach Daniel of Brian Davis Golf Academy. Designed specifically for TFA Lower School students, these individualized sessions focus on fundamental mechanics, confidence, and skill-building tailored to your child's experience level. From foundational basics to advanced technique, tailored lesson packages are available to help them succeed on the green. Instructor: Daniel Pachon Scheduling is completed after registration, based on student preference. Cost: $65/30-minute lessons; $105/60-minute lessons Music: Private Lessons - The private music instructors are here to help TFA students achieve their musical goals! They offer a broad array of music classes in which they challenge our students to reach their full musical potential. Our instructors teach these individual music classes using the teaching methods that best suit the student’s learning style and experience. Choose from the following instruments: piano, voice, guitar, drum and more! Instructors: Various Instructors based on instrument choice Scheduling is completed after registration, based on student preference. Cost: $50/30-minute lessons; $100/60-minute lessons Tennis: Private Lessons - We’re excited to offer private, one-on-one tennis lessons for TFA Lower School students! These personalized lessons give students the opportunity to build confidence, sharpen their skills, and develop their game with focused instruction tailored to their individual needs. Whether your student is just getting started or looking to take their tennis skills to the next level, there are a variety of lesson packages available to fit their goals. Instructor: Lower School - Discipline Rift / Middle and Upper School - Elite Tennis Academy Scheduling is completed after registration, based on student preference. Cost: Discipline Rift $40/30-minute lessons; $75/60-minute lessons / Elite Tennis Academy $100/60-minute lessons

The Academies: Middle School Opportunities Bible Journaling - Unwind after school and bring the Bible to life! Over 6 weeks, we’ll explore the New Testament through hands-on, creative journaling. You’ll learn art techniques such as calligraphy, botanical doodling, and visual note-taking to help scripture stick in a meaningful way. Perfect for anyone who wants a relaxing, creative space after school to reflect on God’s Word, listen to music, and express themselves.


Instructor: Amy Cline, US Teacher Mondays, 2:50-3:50 pm Cost: $130 Tennis - Grab your racket and get ready to take your game to the next level! Tennis Academy, led by TFA Varsity Tennis Coach Newsome, gives students the opportunity to build their skills, confidence, and love for the game in a fun and encouraging environment. Students will work on tennis fundamentals, footwork, hand-eye coordination, stroke technique, and game play while learning what it takes to compete with confidence. Whether your student is picking up a racket for the first time or looking to sharpen their skills, this academy is a great way to grow as a player and have fun on the court! Instructor: Elite Tennis Academy Tennis Coach Bob Newsome Tuesdays, Middle School 3pm-4pm and High School 4pm-5pm Cost:


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