Youth / Children's Classes
Williamson County Parks & Recreation understands the importance of getting children MOVING! We want them to learn the benefits of having an active and healthy lifestyle, teaching them to take care of themselves as well as the world in which they live. We also want them to have enrichment programs that help to cultivate a desire for life-long learning. WCPR offers a multitude of programs to engage your child all year long. While you come to enjoy your workout – we will keep your child active and engaged too! We also offer a variety of other programs which may be found in other areas of the website. Please see Health & Wellness, Music Classes and Art Classes for more programs.
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Franklin Offerings:
 Learnin' the Ropes -- Jump Rope ClassFranklin Recreation Complex Mondays, 4:30-5:30pm October 7-28 November 4-25 Ages: 7-13 Cost: $40 Click HERE to Register! This class is designed to teach the sport of jump rope while instilling positive character qualities in youth of all ages! Participants will receive high quality instruction in single rope, shared rope, long rope, double dutch, and more. All classes are taught by a trained instructor, who will provide a fun, safe, and inviting atmosphere. Jump rope is great for building hand-eye coordination, footwork, cardiovascular health, and overall general fitness. *Jump ropes provided, but may be purchased for $5 from instructor for home use. Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes at (615)790-5719 x202, or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov  RoboThink: Robotics Workshop "Sharp Shooter Robots"Saturday, November 9 1:00-3:00pm Ages: 9-14 Cost: $35 Click HERE to Register! Build a robot that shoots rubber bands and compete against your friends in this workshop! Learn how to use RoboThink's innovative robotics pieces, motors, switches, axles, and gears to build your robot and play soccer with your friends! Our lesson plans are built around RoboThink's proprietary kits, plans, and STEM curriculum, designed by teachers and engineers. This workshop is interactive, hands-on, and engaging to promote learning in a fun way! No prior experience required. RoboThink offers fun and exciting Robotics, Engineering and Coding programs where engineers, tinkers, and builders of all ages can explore the exciting world of STEM. Armed with gears, motors, and axles from our kits, students build and play with robots of all shapes, sizes, and functions. Certified instructors take students on a fun and educational journey where we cover robotics principles, problem solving, and exciting challenges. For more information, please visit www.myrobothink.com. Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes at (615)790-5719 x202, or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov |
 Minecraft Camp - Parker Anderson EnrichmentFranklin Recreation Complex FALL BREAK Thursday and Friday, October 10-11 9:00am-12pm Ages: 8-13 Cost: $40 Instructor: Tim Stiffler-Dean, notjust@anotherguy.us or (615)887-0510 Click HERE to Register! Come join us to learn about and play the most popular computer game on the planet! Learn Minecraft building techniques, details of command blocks, and how to change the look of the game. Kids learn strategy, team-building, and cooperation skills while playing Minecraft in a fun, safe, and supervised environment. Laptops provided. PARKER ANDERSON FALL BREAK CAMPS at the Franklin Recreation Complex: Click HERE to see all 3 camps (Minecraft, Stop Motion Animation, and Cooking) and Register. Parker Anderson Enrichment's motto is "Fun Comes First" with the intention of educating through hands-on learning. For over 25 years, Parker Anderson Enrichment has offered the most diverse selection of after school programs and summer camps. For more information, visit www.parkeranderson.org or call (615)887-0510. Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes at (615)790-5719 x202, or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov  Stop Motion Animation Camp - Parker Anderson EnrichmentFranklin Recreation Complex FALL BREAK Thursday and Friday, October 10-11 1:00-4:00pm Ages: 8-13 Cost: $40 Instructor: Tim Stiffler-Dean, notjust@anotherguy.us or (615)887-0510 Click HERE to Register! Have a blast with Stop Motion Animation using clay, Legos, whiteboards, cutouts, and more! Storyboard ideas, develop plots, and create unique characters as you bring inanimate objects to life! Each student receives a copy of the collaborative class work at the end of the session. Tablets provided. PARKER ANDERSON FALL BREAK CAMPS at the Franklin Recreation Complex: Click HERE to see all 3 camps (Minecraft, Stop Motion Animation, and Cooking) and Register. Parker Anderson Enrichment's motto is "Fun Comes First" with the intention of educating through hands-on learning. For over 25 years, Parker Anderson Enrichment has offered the most diverse selection of after school programs and summer camps. For more information, please visit: www.parkeranderson.org or call (615)887-0510. Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes at (615)790-5719 x2020, or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov  Cooking Camp - Parker Anderson EnrichmentFranklin Recreation Complex FALL BREAK Thursday and Friday, October 10-11 9:00am-12pm Ages: 8-13 Cost: $50 Instructor: Tori Michaud, vhays.michaud@gmail.com or (615)887-0510 Click HERE to Register! One of our most popular camps this summer - Fills up fast! Kids will tantalize their taste buds and have fun with food! Different recipes from appetizers to entrees, snacks, desserts, and more! Learn about nutrition dining etiquette, and cooperation skills in this scrumptious camp! PARKER ANDERSON FALL BREAK CAMPS at the Franklin Recreation Complex: Click HERE to see all 3 camps (Minecraft, Stop Motion Animation, and Cooking) and Register. Parker Anderson Enrichment's motto is "Fun Comes First" with the intention of educating through hands-on learning. For over 25 years, Parker Anderson Enrichment has offered the most diverse selection of after school programs and summer camps. For more information, please visit: www.parkeranderson.org or call (615)887-0510. Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes, (615)790-5719 x2020, or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov  RoboThink: Robotics Camp "Capture the Flag Robot"Franklin Recreation Complex FALL BREAK Thursday, October 10 1:00-3:00pm Ages: 9-14 Cost: $35 Click HERE to Register! Build and design a car robot that you can use to battle your friends! The first one to capture the flag wins! Learn how to use RoboThink's innovative robotics pieces, motors, switches, axles, and gears to build your robot and play games with your friends! Our lesson plans are built around RoboThink's proprietary kits, plans, and STEM curriculum, designed by teachers and engineers. This workshop is interactive, hands-on, and engaging to promote learning in a fun way! No prior experience required. RoboThink offers fun and exciting Robotics, Engineering, and Coding programs where engineers, tinkers, and builders of all ages can explore the exciting world of STEM. Armed with gears, motors, and axles from our kits, students build and play with robots of all shapes, sizes, and functions. Certified instructors take students on a fun and educational journey where we cover robotics principles, problem-solving, and exciting challenges. For more information, please visit: www.myrobothink.com . Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes, (615)790-5719 x2020, or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov  RoboThink: robotics Camp "Battle Robots"Franklin Recreation Complex FALL BREAK Friday, October 11 1:00-3:00pm Ages: 9-14 Cost: $35 Click HERE to Register! Design, build, and battle a robot in real life! Learn how to use RoboThink's innovative robotics pieces, motors, switches, axles, and gears to build your robot and play soccer with your friends! Our lesson plans are built around RoboThink's proprietary kits, plans, and STEM curriculum, designed by teachers and engineers. This workshop is interactive, hands-on, and engaging to promote learning in a fun way! No prior experience required. RoboThink offers fun and exciting Robotics, Engineering, and Coding programs where engineers, tinkers, and builders of all ages can explore the exciting world of STEM. Armed with gears, motors, and axles from our kids, students build and play with robots of all shapes, sizes, and functions. Certified instructors take students on a fun and educational journey where we cover robotics principles, problem-solving, and exciting challenges. For more information, please visit: www.myrobothink.com Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes, (615)79--5719 x2020, or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov  Safe Kids 101Franklin Recreation Complex Saturday, November 9 1:00-4:15pm Ages: 9-13 Cost: $40 Instructor: Michaela Hamer, michaelahamer76@gmail.com or (303)902-2097 Click HERE to Register! How do parents know when their child is ready to stay home alone? what should your child know about first aid, choking, fire prevention, or aggressive dogs? Don't know how to initiate the discussion on stranger danger, abduction, abuse, or digital safety like cyber bullying or sexting? This class has you covered: teaching your child how to be safer at home and more aware in the community! We'll provide a drink and a snack; please let us know if your child has a food allergy. SMART KIDS 101 is a nationally recognized kids' life skills training program which is based in the middle Tennessee area. We train kids ages 7-16 in the areas of manners, safety, and babysitting. Our programs are fun with lots of hands-on activities and visual training. Kids will learn important life skills that parents want them to know.For more information, please visit: www.smartkids101.com Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes at (615)790-5719 x2020, or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov Babysitting 101Franklin Recreation Complex Sunday, November 10 1:15-5:45pm Ages: 12-16 Cost: $60 Instructor: Michaela Hamer, michaelahamer76@gmail.com or (303)902-2097 Click HERE to Register! Is your 12-16 year old ready to start a business? do you want to make sure he/she has the best possible training to get a great start? Babysitting 101 is your answer for a comprehensive training program. We'll teach safe practices in starting a business, what kids of various ages like to do, simple first aid, emergency situations, and answer common babysitting problems with solutions! Students need to bring a water bottle and an afternoon snack. SMART KIDS 101 is a nationally recognized kids' life skills training program which is based in the middle Tennessee area. We train kids ages 7-16 in the areas of manners, safety, and babysitting. Our programs are fun with lots of hands-on activities and visual training. Kids will learn important life skills that parents want them to know. For more information, please visit www.smarkids101.com Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes at (615)790-5719 x2020 or Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov |
Mr. Bond's Science Guys STEAM Science Club Franklin Recreation Complex Thursdays Aug 22- Oct 17, $100 4:30pm to 5:30pm Ages 5-12 Click HERE to register! Questions? Contact Joan Wilkes at 615-790-5719, ext. 2020 or at Joan.Wilkes@williamsoncounty-tn.gov. |
 Mr. Bond's Science Guys STEAM CLUBNolensville Recreation Complex Tuesdays, 8/20-10/8 4:30-5:30 Ages: 5-12 Cost: $125 Click HERE to register. Science, technology, engineering, arts and math, all together, in each activity that makes learning fun and challenging! Students will make chemical reactions, play brain games for stimulation, and much more! Each week, participants will create and observe how all of the STEAM components work together! |
 Robothink Robotics ClassesNolensville Recreation Complex Click HERE to register. Soccer Robots Saturday, September 14th 9:00am-11:00am Ages: 5-8 Cost: $35 Capture the Flag Robots Thursday, October 10th 9:00am-11:00am Ages: 9-14 Cost: $35 Battle Robots Friday, October 11th 9:00am-11:00am Ages: 9-14 Cost: $35 Sharp Shooter Robots Saturday, November 9th 1:00pm-3:00pm Ages: 9-14 Cost: $35 Instructor: Robothink Staff For questions contact Erin at Erin.Williams@williamsoncounty-tn.gov or at 615-786-0200 x2417. |
 Safe Kids 101Nolensville Recreation Complex Saturday, November 16th 1:00pm-4:15pm Ages: 9-13 Cost: $40 Click HERE to register. How do parents know when their child is ready to stay home alone? What should your child know about first aid, choking, fire prevention or aggressive dogs? Don't know how to initiate the discussion on stranger danger, abduction, abuse or digital safety, like cyber bullying or sexting? This class has you covered- teaching your child how to be safer at home and in the community! We'll provide a drink and a snack; let us know if your student has a food allergy.
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 Babysitting 101Nolensville Recreation Complex Sunday, November 17th 1:15pm-5:45pm Ages: 12-16 Cost: $60 Click HERE to register. Is your 12-16 year old ready to start a business? Do you want to make sure he/she has the best possible training to get a great start? Babysitting 101 is your answer for a comprehensive training program. We'll teach safe practices in starting a business, what kids of various ages like to do, simple first aid, emergency situations, and answer common babysitting problems with solutions! Students need to bring a water bottle and an afternoon snack. Instructor: Michaela Hamer
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 Tae Kwon-DoFairview Recreation Complex Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00PM - 7:30PM Ages: 6+ Cost: $60 per month**Fees are pro-rated, so join at any time *Click HERE to register* In this class, students will learn the martial art of Tae Kwon-Do. Students that learn the art of Tae Kwon-Do also gain the benefit of learning the techniques and ways of self defense, which can generate higher self-esteem and confidence. Eddie Manor is a 3rd Degree Black Belt and has over 37 years of experience with the art of Tae Kwon-Do.
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 Polynesian DanceLongview Recreation Center Wednesdays Beginner Class: 5:30pm - 6:15pm Experienced Class: 6:15pm - 7:30pm All Ages $25.00 No Classes October 9 & November 27 *Click HERE to register* |
 Smart KidsBabysitting 101 Sunday, 10/6/19 1:15pm - 5:45pm Ages: 12-16 $60 Click HERE to register Is your 12-16 year old ready to start a business? Do you want to make sure s/he has the best possible training to get a great start? Babysitting 101 is your answer for a comprehensive training program. We'll teach safe practices in starting a business, what kids of various ages like to do, simple first aid, emergency situations, and answer common babysitting problems with solutions! Students need to bring a water bottle and an afternoon snack. Instructor: Michaela Hamer For more information, contact our Smart Kids Certified Leader, Michaela Hamer, at michaelahamer76@gmail.com or 303-902-2097. |
 Safe Kids 101Saturday, 10/5/19 1:00pm - 4:30pm Ages: 9-13 $40 Click HERE to register How do parents know when their child is ready to stay home alone? What should your child know about first aid, choking, fire prevention or aggressive dogs? Don't know how to initiate the discussion on stranger danger, abduction, abuse of digital safety, like cyber-bullying or sexting? This class has you covered, teaching your children how to be safer at home and in the community! We'll provide a drink and a snack; let us us know if your student has a food allergy! Instructor: Michaela Hamer For more information, contact our Smart Kids Certified Leader, Michaela Hamer, at michaelahamer76@gmail.com or 303-902-2097. |
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