Class Information

For new and returning ASL learners, this club provides a welcoming and inclusive space for people of all skill levels to learn and practice ASL. The club focuses on introducing new signs through fun and engaging games, allowing participants to challenge themselves by learning new games or helping teach familiar ones to beginners. Amanda highlights the beauty of ASL as a language, its importance in fostering inclusivity, and its power to build meaningful connections.

Through these activities, members make new friends, especially at Tops, while celebrating ASL as a rich and expressive form of communication. The club is a place for learning, teaching, and sharing a love for this beautiful language in a supportive environment. Taught by TOPS Teacher Amanda Trainum.

Dates: Mondays March 23rd - June 15th
(No class April 13, May 25)
Time: 2:25-4pm
Location: TOPS Library

Grades K-6

Cost: $425 + sales tax

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The kid karate class teaches the fundamentals of kempo karate, class will consist of choreographed patterns of sports, team building, martial art basics. in addition to a great work out, the class is a non Join everyone's favorite gym teacher (and his son!) to play a variety of different sports! From basketball, soccer, floor hockey, gator ball, badminton, and cooperative games, Mr Eric will rotate through different sports every week or two to let kids get practice at all things sports!!

Dates: Mondays March 23rd - June 15th
(No class April 13, May 25)
Time: 2:25-4pm
Location: TOPS Gym

Grades K-3

Cost: $425 + sales tax

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Open to girls and non-binary only. Every girl has the right to navigate the world safely and confidently. It is never too early to start building the skills that support that goal. From awareness and boundary setting to protecting personal space and learning options to handle unexpected challenges we will start building the "toolbox" of self defense skills that will help build confidence! Through games, activities, and movement, students will have fun practicing these skills in a positive and supportive environment.

Dates: Mondays March 23rd - June 15th
(No class April 13, May 25)
Time: 2:25-4pm
Location: TOPS Commons

Grades 2-5

Cost: $435 + sales tax

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Design and build your very own video game! Students will use Stencyl, a kid-friendly game creation engine to make 2-D video games on the computer. Each day, students will receive a short lesson, followed by guided creative building time. Lessons focus on designing fun and challenging platformer levels. This is not a programming-focused class, but students will have the opportunity to customize their games using block-based programming similar to Scratch. At the end of the course, students will have a game they can play and share with friends and family! Taught by Bricks 4 Kidz. 

The last day of class will be a YoRo field day outside.

**Note 4:30pm end time**

Dates: Tuesdays March 24th - June 16th

(No class April 14)
Time: 2:25 - 4:30pm
Location: TOPS Library Loft

Grades: 3-6

Cost: $470 + sales tax

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Theme: Gadgets & Gizmos

Build and explore crazy contraptions that really work your brain! Students use LEGO® Bricks, axles, pulleys, gears and motors to create fun and interactive models. We'll make cool gizmos like battle tops, Mini-Fig movers, paper crinklers and motorized spin art. Kids will love playing with their creations and learn about engineering along the way! Taught by Bricks 4 Kidz!

The last day of class will be a YoRo field day outside.

**Note 4:30pm end time**

Dates: Tuesdays March 24th - June 16th
(No class April 14)
Time: 2:25-4:30pm
Location: TOPS Library

Grades: K-2

Cost: $470 + sales tax

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This engaging after-school program introduces students to the rich cultural tradition of Capoeira Angola - an Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines dynamic movement, music, rhythm, language, and self-awareness. Each class begins in a check-in circle to foster community, accountability, and mutual respect. Students develop body awareness, spatial awareness, coordination, and camaraderie through playful movement rooted in tradition and intention. The program also incorporates musicality and Brazilian Portuguese through singing, playing simple instruments, and translation of capoeira songs, giving students a well-rounded cultural and physical experience. Taught by Coach Lua (Hannah Tiên), who has been teaching Capoeira to youth since 2022, this class supports social-emotional learning and offers a joyful way for youth to move, connect, and grow together. 

The last day of class will be a YoRo field day outside.

**Note 4:30pm end time**

Dates: Dates: Tuesdays March 24th - June 16th
(No class April 14)
Time: 2:25 - 4:30pm
Location: TOPS Commons

Grades: 2-5

Cost: $450 + sales tax

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Focus on art projects with an anti-racist lens!
Taught by Seattle artist Jonarra Swanson. 

Dates: Wednesdays March 25th - June 10th

(No class April 15)
Time: 1:10-4pm
Location: TOPS classroom (pick up @ TOPS Gym)

Grades 1-3

Cost: $525 + sales tax

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Much beloved and sought after art class with Ms Lauryn! An art class with no limits on creativity and full of fun! Come explore visual art, abstract art, painting and more. Taught by Lauryn Bell, Art therapist. 

Dates: Wednesdays March 25th - June 10th
(No class April 15)
Time: 1:10-4pm
Location: TOPS art room (Pick up @ TOPS Gym)

Grades K-2

Cost: $525 + sales tax

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Students will learn the fundamentals of the art of boxing. We will strengthen our techniques through games and drills, creating a fun space to learn and grow. Students will build new skills to move their bodies and stay active that they can carry with them throughout the rest of their lives. Boxing is more than just a physical sport; it teaches you mental skills and reflexes that can be used in other aspects of life as well. Taught by Cappy's Boxing Gym. 

Dates: Wednesdays March 25th - June 10th
(No class April 15)
Time: 1:10-4pm
Location: TOPS Gym

Grades K-3

Cost: $525 + sales tax

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Is your child curious about tennis?  Beginners will learn about equipment, basic strokes, origins, and current iteration of this popular racquet sport played worldwide by all ages. The focus of this class is to foster a lifelong interest in tennis and develop skills they can use on and off the court.  We will use junior tennis balls that have slower speed and lower bounce. Taught by TOPS parent Margaret Enslow. 

Please purchase and have your child bring their racket on the first class (labelled with their name) and they will be stored for the session at TOPS (unless you would like otherwise). Purchasing your child's racket will provide them a sense of ownership and power to choose and be comfortable with their racket. What racket to buy:

21" racket: height 41-44 inches

23" racket: height 45-49 inches (avg. age 7-8)

25" racket: height 50-55 inches (avg. age 9-10)

26" racket: height 56-60 inches (avg. age 10-11)

Extra rackets will be available for use. 

Dates: Wednesdays March 25th - June 10th
(No class April 15)
Time: 1:10-4pm
Location: Roger's playfield tennis courts (pick up @ TOPS gym)

Grades 3-5

Cost: $525 + sales tax

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Do you have a 4th, 5th, or 6th grader who is needs Wednesday care but is "too cool" for YoRo or not into any of the other Wednesday classes? This is made especially for them. They will be expected to participate in outdoor recess and get some active time and then they will be able to hang out on the gym stage and will be expected to make a responsible choice around studying/homework, reading a book/kindle, or socializing with peers. Supervised by YoRo Director. 

Dates: Wednesdays March 25th - June 10th
(No class April 15)
Time: 1:10-4pm
Location: TOPS Gym Stage

Grades 4-6

Cost: $525 + sales tax

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Students interested in learning about chess are invited to join other developing chess players in fun game play. Students will learn new chess ideas and steadily improve their decision-making skills. Students explore opening ideas, middle game tactics, and end game strategy in class through hands-on play. Students will be introduced to historically important games and given the opportunity to practice these observed strategies in their own games. This club is a useful launching pad for students seeking to pursue the development of science, math, and computer skills. Students are encouraged to build up their decision-making skills while gaining skills in logical thinking for success in STEM subjects. Taught by Seattle Chess School. 

Dates: Thursdays March 26th - June 11th

(No class April 16)
Time: 2:25-4pm
Location: TOPS Library

Grades: K-6

Cost: $450 + sales tax

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For players who have an understanding of chess already and are looking for more challenging game play. Students explore opening ideas, middle game tactics, and end game strategy in class through hands-on play. This club is a useful launching pad for students seeking to pursue the development of science, math, and computer skills. Students are encouraged to build up their decision-making skills while gaining skills in logical thinking for success in STEM subjects. Taught by Seattle Chess School. 

Dates: Thursdays March 26th - June 11th
(No class April 16)
Time: 2:25-4pm
Location: TOPS Library

Grades: 3-8

Cost: $450 + sales tax

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Get ready for craft-tastic fun! This session will be an action-packed class where kids dive into a new exciting project every week, exploring tons of different materials and techniques. We will try a little bit of everything as we bounce from one creative adventure to the next. From glitter and glue to paint and paper, beads and buttons to fabric and foam—if it's crafty, we're doing it! Projects range from quick and playful creations to more detailed designs that challenge all kids to develop their skills and patience. Our projects will be great for kids who love variety, trying new things, and taking home something awesome every single day. With surprises around every corner and endless materials to explore, kids will discover new favorite crafts and develop skills they never knew they had.Taught by CraftLabs Seattle!

Dates: Thursdays March 26th - June 11th

(No class April 16)
Time: 2:25-4pm
Location: TOPS Library Loft

Grades: 1-4

Cost: $425 + sales tax

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The kid karate class teaches the fundamentals of kempo karate, class will consist of choreographed patterns of sports, team building, martial art basics. in addition to a great work out, the class is a non contact class that promotes Respect  - Self control - self discipline.

Dates: Thursdays March 26th - June 11th

(No class April 16)
Time: 2:25-4pm
Location: TOPS Commons

Grades: K-3

Cost: $425 + sales tax

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Thank Goddess it's Friday (TGIF) Club is living for the end of the week and happy for some free to time in the library and courtyard! Kiddos can have their pick to read, play board games, draw and color, play in the courtyard (weather permitting), chill with friends (the #1 ask of kids at TOPS haha), or even check out a library book. This is mostly unsctructured time where kids determine their own entertainment from the options around them (within reason). Occasional optional structured crafts will be offerred too! No screen time here, just chill and bask in the upcoming weekend!

Dates: Fridays March 27th - June 12th

(No class April 17)
Time: 2:25 - 4:00pm
Location: TOPS Library

Grades: K-8

Cost: $400 + sales tax

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Creating Illustrations for Comics, Graphic Novels, Zines and Finding Your Own Unique Drawing Style.
 

This spring, Ruthie and her students will draw a lot together, read and talk about illustrated books, sequential art, and graphic novels and have a great time making themselves and each other laugh with their drawings. If students are interested, they will have the opportunity to make copies of their work and “publish” their zines, comics or character cards and have a “book fair” with the other students in the class.

Ruthie Nicklaus is a professional freelance illustrator and a Children’s Book writer and illustrator (and a TOPS mom), who most loves to draw kid antics and scenes of family chaos and humor. Kids, cats, dogs, coffee, school buses, piles of laundry, and for some reason, chickens, show up frequently in her art.

Dates: Fridays March 27th - June 12th
(No class April 17)
Time: 2:25 - 4:00pm
Location: TOPS Library

Grades 3-8

Cost: $425 + sales tax

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