Hudsonville Community Education

Ages 8 - Adult

In our classes, we foster the principles of respect, patience, confidence, self-discipline, perseverance, and an indomitable spirit. Our professional yet family-friendly environment is accessible to all, regardless of ability or previous experience. Whether you are looking for weight loss, self-discipline, stress relief, self-defense, or a great workout, you will find it in our classes.

Location: Early Childhood Center, 5535 School Avenue

Ages: 8 - Adult

Cost: $42

Instructor: Anthony Kim, 4th Degree Black Belt

Day: Thursday

Dates: February 27 - April 24 (7 total weeks)

Times: 6:15 - 7:30 p.m. - All belts welcome
7:30 - 9:00 p.m. - Green belt & up

Ages 9 - 12

Are you wondering if your child is ready to spend time alone at home? We have just the thing for you! Our one-day class covers everything your child needs to know about staying safe, including answering the door or phone, first aid, fire safety, internet safety, gun safety, and stranger danger. We'll even provide a workbook for your child to take home. Plus, we'll make sure to give your child a short break to recharge and refuel with a snack. It's the perfect way to ensure your child is prepared and confident when staying home alone.

When: March 1, 2025 or May 3, 2025

Times: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Where: HHS, North Campus Media Center

Cost: $30

Ages 10 - 15

In this popular babysitting class, your child will learn everything they need to know about caring for children, keeping them entertained, and ensuring their safety. The course includes a helpful workbook and a break for a tasty snack. It's a fun and informative way to prepare for your child's next babysitting job!

When: March 1, 2025 or May 3, 2025

Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Where: HHS, North Campus Media Center

Cost: $30 per class

Grades K - 5

Whether your child is a volleyball newbie or has some experience, this clinic is a fantastic opportunity to boost their skills. They'll learn the ABCs of volleyball, including how to pass like a pro, nail that overhand pass, and spike like a champ. And, of course, they'll also serve up some serious skills!

When: Tuesdays, March 11 - 25, 2025

Ages: K - 5th

Times: K - 2: 5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

3rd - 5th: 6:45 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Where: Central Gym, High School, 5155 32nd Ave.

Cost: $40

Grades K - 5

Each class is a fun and educational LEGO-building adventure with Bricks 4 Kidz. We use age-appropriate models for different levels of building skills. This hands-on class explores STEAM

concepts (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) primarily using LEGO Bricks, in which children will develop problem-solving and critical-thinking skills in a fun and engaging way. Even our youngest and newest students will learn how to make mechanical LEGO models that move and groove. As they advance in building skills, they’ll also motorize their weekly model for even more learning fun!

Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Put on your hiking boots and camouflage...you’re

about to enter Jurassic Brick Land! Students will build a world that comes to life with the giant

Brontosaurus, ferocious Velociraptor, terrifying T. Rex, and more. We’ll learn about amazing

dinosaurs that lived during the Jurassic period, and other extinct, prehistoric animals that

roamed the earth and swam the seas during that era. Show us your building skills using our

specialized project kits! Come learn, build and play at Jurassic Brick Land class!

$60 for a 4-week class

3:50 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Forest Grove - Monday, March 17 - April 14

Park - Tuesday, March 18 - April 15

South - Wednesday, March 19 - April 16

No classes over spring break

4th - 6th grade girls

Introduce your child to the fun of volleyball! Our program focuses on fundamentals, teamwork, and having a great time. Get ready for four Thursday evenings of play! Teams will consist of 6-8 girls and a parent volunteer coach. T-shirts are included for all players!

For this program to be a complete success, volunteer parent coaches are needed.

• Coach Chenlo will email parents who volunteer to coach by Thursday, April 10th. This email will contain all league expectations. (Volunteer coaches will also be background-checked.)
• Girls will play on Thursday evenings: April 24, May 1, May 8, and May 15, from 6-7:30p.
• Each team (and volunteer coach) will be supplied with a t-shirt!

Minimum team requirement: 6, maximum 10
League Set Up: The first 30 minutes (6-6:30p) will be set up for warm-up time or drills directed by the parent volunteer coach. The next hour (6:30-7:30p) will be centered around playing. This format will include two sets of 21 OR a 20-minute timer. Whichever comes first (if the timer comes first, the score closest to 21 wins). Three matches are guaranteed each night.

When: Thursdays: April 24, May 1, May 8, and May 15

Ages: 4th - 6th

Times: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Where: Central Gym, High School, 5155 32nd Ave.

Cost: $60, included t-shirt

Early Release Day Opportunity

Our mini slime camp is the perfect way to turn a half day of school into an unforgettable adventure!

As they embark on this underwater journey, they’ll have the chance to craft their very own Yellow Slimemarine, inspired by the iconic Beatles’ submarine. Kids will also create their own delightful Yellow Butter Slime, a sensory experience that’s sure to bring smiles all around. And for those little artists eager to express themselves, our interactive Wheel of Slime will allow them to mix and match their ingredients, resulting in custom slime creations that are as unique as they are!

Grades: 1-6

Time: 12:25 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.

Dates: February 28 - Forest Grove (kids from all elementary schools are encouraged to attend)

Cost: $50

Early Release Day Opportunity

Join us as we embark on a journey through "Yertle the Turtle," where we'll craft our very own pet rock turtles and build an imaginative playground fit for our turtle friends! Then, we’ll clink our way through an exciting "Oh the Places You'll Go" plinko game, where the fun never ends and every turn is a new adventure! And let’s not forget the thrill of springing into action with our Thing 1 and Thing 2 leapbots, where teamwork and laughter will take center stage.

Grades: 1-6

Time: 12:25 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.

Dates: March 14 - Bauer (kids from all elementary schools are encouraged to attend)

Cost: $50

🐇 Hop into Spring 🐇

Spring has sprung and we're excited to invite kids to our Eggstravaganza Kids Night Out STEAM event! This event is all about creativity, problem-solving, and of course, having fun. Kids will have the opportunity to design a parachute to keep their eggs safe during a drop, build a zipline carriage to transport their eggs safely across a distance, and even make some bouncing bunnies. Please have your child eat dinner before dropping them off. A light snack will be provided.

Grades: 1-6

Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Dates: March 21

Location: Baldwin St. Middle School Cafe, 3835 Baldwin St.

Cost: $50

Soccer classes at Soccer Buddies go beyond just teaching kids athletic and soccer skills. Our expert coaches use soccer as a tool to teach confidence, perseverance, teamwork – core values that will help your child thrive in any situation.

Koalas: (15 mo. - 3 yrs)

Enjoy this class together. Fun games and activities build motor skills, balance, and coordination, while also learning social skills such as turn-taking and teamwork. Our high-energy coaches keep the kids engaged and running – you may have to work hard to keep up with your kid! This is the perfect starter class where we can slowly transition to kid-only classes. When your child is ready, we’ll encourage them to work more independently.

Bears: (3 yrs - 4 yrs)

Your little cub is growing in independence and will love the opportunity to play ball with their teammates. We encourage independence, listening, following directions, and teamwork. All these skills will help your child as they prepare for school. With a range of props and games, your child will be developing their social and physical skills, coordination, and fitness all while having a ball! This fun-filled and fast-paced class builds ball-handling skills, coordination, and physical fitness.

Polar Bears: (4 yrs - 6 yrs)

Whether a first-timer or a seasoned pro, your child will be welcomed and challenged in this class. Kids will build self-confidence in a supportive, motivating, and positive environment. We introduce and build on ball skills such as coordination, agility, balance, and ball control while moving. Young players will develop their confidence and a love for physical activity as they are inspired and cheered on by our high-energy, outrageously fun coaches. We fast-track learning by maximizing the number of ‘touches’ on the ball. We also put their skills into practice with small-sided games.

Polar Bears: (7 yrs - 12 yrs)

We welcome first-timers as well as kids who have played before. We’ll work at their level and make sure everyone is supported and challenged by our amazing coaches. Watch your kid’s confidence soar as they master technical skills. This class focuses on increasing fundamental soccer skills: speed and conditioning, field awareness, technique and tactics, agility and more. We introduce friendly competition and the kids scrimmage for 20 minutes of every class. We continue our philosophy of maximizing ball touches, and also playing small-sided games, encouraging positivity and graceful winning or losing.

Locations: Thursdays - 5/6 Building @ Georgetown, 8175 36th Ave.

Saturdays - Georgetown Elementary, 3909 Baldwin St.

Cost: $125 for 8 weeks

Days/Dates: Thursdays, March 6 - May 8 (off April 3 and 10) OR

Saturdays, March 1 - May 10 (off on April 5 and 12)

Times:

Thursdays - 5:30 p.m. - ages 3. - 12 (kids will be organized by age)

Thursdays - 6:30 p.m. - ages 15mo. - 6 (kids will be organized by age)

Saturdays - 9 a.m. - ages 3 - 6 (kids will be organized by age)

Saturdays - 10 a.m. - ages 15mo. - 4 (kids will be organized by age)

Saturdays - 11 a.m. - ages 7 - 12 (kids will be organized by age)

Hudsonville Community Education aims to provide high-quality enrichment classes, recreational sports, and summer camps for everyone. We are proud to offer scholarships to members of the Hudsonville Public Schools community who are eligible for free or reduced lunch and reside within the boundaries of the Hudsonville Public School District.

• If your child is eligible for free lunches, you can be awarded one $50 scholarship per school year. (Maximum 1 per family)
• If your child is eligible for reduced lunches, you can be awarded one $25 scholarship per school year. (Maximum 1 per family)

There are a limited number of scholarships available. Submit application here

Scholarship contributions will allow us to continue offering scholarships to those who most need them. Make a donation to the Hudsonville Community Education Scholarship fund here. Thank you for your support!

A full refund is made for any class canceled by Community Education. We will issue refunds if your request is made at least seven (7) days in advance. Please check your schedule before registering.

Rebecca Fabiano

Community Education Director

Email: rfabiano@hpseagles.net
Website: hudsonvillepublicschools.org
Location: 3886 Van Buren Street, Hudsonville, MI, USA
Phone: 616-669-1740