Cool Moves is a national activity and healthy eating awareness program designed to create a life-long appreciation for a healthy, active lifestyle. Cool Moves has two distinct parts: Eat Smart, which encourages healthier eating choices, and Play Cool, which encourages more physical activity. 

Ages 6-12

Ages 3-5
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Games Room

Movement
Dancers will experience a general introduction to dance which will focus on their balance and musicality. They will get the chance to try multiple dance styles. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Ballet
Dancers will experience an introduction to ballet and lyrical which will focus on their technique, balance, and acting. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Jazz
Dancers will experience an introduction to jazz which will focus on their technique, balance, and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Hip-Hop
Dancers will experience an introduction to hip hop which will focus on their balance, style and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Ages 6-8
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Games Room

Ballet/Lyrical
Dancers will experience an introduction to ballet and lyrical which will focus on their technique, balance, and acting. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Jazz
Dancers will experience an introduction to jazz which will focus on their technique, balance, and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Hip-Hop
Dancers will experience an introduction to hip hop which will focus on their balance, style and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Ages 9-12
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Games Room

Ballet/Lyrical
Dancers will experience an introduction to ballet and lyrical which will focus on their technique, balance, and acting. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Jazz
Dancers will experience an introduction to jazz which will focus on their technique, balance, and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

Hip-Hop
Dancers will experience an introduction to hip hop which will focus on their balance, style and musicality. Over the session they will learn how to count music and remember choreography in order to perform a dance at the end of the session.

This program is offered to self-identified girls. It provides a safe and inclusive environment for girls to learn about fitness, personal wellness, nutritional education, goal-setting, and to engage in physical activity.

Ages 7-13
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Gym

Participants will learn different skills and techniques to move safely during gymnastics. Using mats, beams and other equipment, children will participate in activities ranging from different levels of ability, with coaches ensuring that the program is developmentally appropriate for everyone. 

Age Groups: 6-7 and 8-12
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Gym

Jr Basketball will provide participants with the opportunity to learn the basics of basketball using developmentally appropriate teaching and equipment. Participants will be able to develop life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and communication.

Participants will learn a variety of softball skills including catching, throwing, batting, running and team play. Throughout the program we define these skills as well as run games.

Ages 6-12

Indoor soccer provides participants with the opportunity to learn the basics of soccer including dribbling, passing, and shooting. Using developmentally appropriate teaching and equipment, participants can gain confidence and learn new skills.

Age Groups: 6-8 and 9-12
Location: Kiwanis (Ellis) Club, Gym

Let’s Get Moving is a registered after-school program offered throughout the school year. It focuses on physical activity, nutrition, personal health and well-being. Participants will be provided with a gift card to purchase nutritious snacks when registered. Tablets are available to sign out upon request.

Grades 1-6

To learn more please visit the Let’s Get Moving webpage.

Discovery Lab engages kids in science concepts through an interactive 8-week curriculum that connects science to real world contexts. The program focuses on hands-on experiments, increases understanding of scientific approaches, and creates opportunities for problem solving, idea refinement, and iterative learning.

Age Groups: 6-8 and 9-12
Location: Ellis Club

Kid Food Nation is a national initiative that helps kids and families develop food skills through hands-on experiences related to planning, preparing, and cooking. The program also features an online hub with resources for healthy eating and meal preparation, and a national recipe competition that encourages kids to put their food literacy skills into practice and submit original, healthy, and nutritious recipes.

Age Groups: 6-8 and 9-12
Location: Virtual

In Kids Tech Nation, members learn about digital coding and computational thinking through various games and activities. Over 10 weeks, individuals will use micro:bit technology to learn basic coding concepts, internet safety, and build several micro:bit projects.

Ages 7-12
Location: Ellis Club

Lift-Off is a registered program designed to enhance reading, writing, and numeracy skills for students in grades 4-5. The program staff facilitate a diverse range of activities, games, and reading materials strategically structured to progressively and effectively foster literacy and numeracy skills.

*Not required, but recommended prior to joining Abacus

Grades 3-5
Location: Ellis Club

For more information, please contact Patrick.

Roblox Gamers offers a fun, safe learning environment where participants will be able to play their favorite Roblox games while building new relationships. 

Participants must have a personal device that has the Roblox app downloaded and an account created.

Age Groups: 6-8 and 9-12
Location: Virtual

Roblox Coding offers a fun, safe environment where participants will be able to learn how to code and design their own Roblox world and games. 

Participants must have a personal device that has the Roblox and Roblox Studio apps downloaded and an account created.

Age Groups: 6-8 and 9-12
Location: Virtual

Self-identifying girls between the ages of 6-12 will get involved with physical wellness in a safe, inclusive and fun environment. Girls fit is not limited to sport based programming, but will also include fitness, personal wellness, nutritional education, with aspects of goal setting. Program in partnership with Hamilton Fitness Community.

Ages 6-13
Location: Ellis Club

A program for self-identified girls (6-12) and their woman mentor (18+) to engage in fun activities that strengthen their relationship!

Ages 6-13
Location: Ellis Club