Athletics Enrichments

List of 14 items.

• Acing Tennis: Pre-K4 - K, 2:30 - 3:15 OR 3:20 - 4:05 p.m. Tuesdays

  Spring 2024: Acing Tennis
  Teacher: Lynn Davis
  Grades: Pre-K4 - K
  Day and Time: Tuesdays from 2:30-3:15 p.m. OR 3:20 - 4:05 p.m. 
  Tuition: $275
  Location: Hatchery, Kennedy Hall
  
  Course Description:
  This will be a basic tennis class, teaching forehand, volleying and backhand. We will use things like beach balls, scarves, bean bags, hula hoops, small tennis racquets and of course tennis balls. The main objective is to teach hand-eye coordination, which is so important in many aspects of any sport, as well as running, jumping, balancing etc. 
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Hello, my name is Lynn Davis. I am the Auxiliary Programs Associate at St. Andrew's. I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and taught school for several years before I stayed home to raise my children. I have played tennis since I was 25 years old. I played USTA and JLTA for many years while my children were little. So I am definitely qualified to introduce tennis to your little ones. There will be lots of activity and fun. For me, tennis is a lifetime sport.

• Beginner Basketball — Skyhawks: Grades 1 – 4, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. on Mondays

  Spring 2024: Beginning Basketball
  Instructor: Paul Van and Skyhawks coaches
  Grades: 1st – 4th
  Day and Time: Mondays from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
  Tuition: $295 for ASC kids, $345 for non-ASC kids
  Location: Lower School Gym
  
  This fun, skill-intensive Skyhawks basketball program is designed for beginning players. Using our progression-based curriculum, we focus on the whole player - teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding and defense through skill-based instruction and small-sided scrimmages.
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Paul Van Hooydonk (Coach Van) has been teaching and coaching for over 30 years. The former Millsaps College Soccer Coach has a Masters Degree in Education and is certified to teach in Mississippi. He also holds a National Youth Diploma and an Advanced National Diploma from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. In addition, he is certified by USA Football and as a Double Goal Coach by the Positive Coaching Alliance.

• Intermediate Basketball — Skyhawks: Grades 1 – 4, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Tuesdays

  Spring 2024: Intermediate Basketball
  Instructor: Paul Van and Skyhawks coaches
  Grades: 1st – 4th
  Day and Time: Tuesdays from 3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
  Tuition: $295 for ASC kids, $345 for non-ASC kids
  Location: Lower School Gym
  
  

  This fun, skill-intensive Skyhawks basketball program is designed for intermediate players who have either taken the Beginner course, or who have experience playing on an organized basketball team. Using our progression-based curriculum, we focus on the whole player - teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding and defense through skill-based instruction and small-sided scrimmages.
  
  Instructor Bio: 
  Paul Van Hooydonk (Coach Van) has been teaching and coaching for over 30 years. The former Millsaps College Soccer Coach has a Masters Degree in Education and is certified to teach in Mississippi. He also holds a National Youth Diploma and an Advanced National Diploma from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. In addition, he is certified by USA Football and as a Double Goal Coach by the Positive Coaching Alliance.

• First Tee Golf & Life Skills: 1st - 4th grades, 4:30 - 5:30pm on Mondays

  Spring 2024: First Tee Golf & Life Skills
  Teacher: Starlia Skinner and First Tee Coaches
  Grades: 1st - 4th
  Day and Time: Mondays from 4:30 - 5:30pm
  Tuition: $275
  Location: South Campus, Main Building
  
  Course Description:
  First Tee is a youth development organization that enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, we create active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience that kids can carry to everything they do. We’re Building Game Changers through our junior golf programs. 
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Starlia Skinner has been with the First Tee network for seven years. She comes from a background in golf as she played from the age of 12. She is also a First Tee level 4 coach with the program.

• Happy Panda Yoga and Mindfulness: Pre-K3 - K, 3:15 – 4:00 p.m. on Tuesdays

  Spring 2024: Happy Panda Yoga and Mindfulness
  Instructor: Patty Wolf
  Grades: Pre-K3 - K
  Day and Time: Tuesdays 3:15 – 4:00 p.m.
  Tuition: $375 for ASC students, $425 for non-ASC students
  Location: Kennedy Hall
  
  Early childhood students are filled with wonder and creativity. Yoga and mindfulness practices are a magical fit for kids this age. They are like sponges, waiting to soak up every experience through sensory discovery and personal interactions. Young children bring a free-spirited joy that makes them such a great group to learn with.
  
  This class allows imaginations to soar when fueled with music, storytelling, breath, movement, and relaxation. At any given time, the room can turn into a scene from The Land Before Time as the kids wave their arms like wings, crawl on hands and knees, or assume a down dog-like position. Everyone is laughing, smiling, learning, and playing. This is what Happy Panda Yoga and Mindfulness is all about — it's light-hearted, creative, energetic, and most of all, FUN!
  
  The children will discover skills that grow with them, instilling lessons for life. These practices supply their inner and outer world with peace, while learning how to calm, focus, and relate to others. We will incorporate fun yoga games that encourage social interaction and communication. Yogis will also learn specific breathing techniques and mindfulness activities that facilitate relaxation and build attention skills required for focused learning.
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Patty Wolf is currently an Instructional Assistant in Kindergarten. She has been employed as a faculty member at St. Andrew's since 2009. Prior to working at St. Andrew's, Ms. Wolf was a fitness coach and instructor with the YMCA as well as on a private basis. She is certified in mindfulness meditation for children and has worked with local community groups sharing her practice for over 10 years. Her favorite pastime is spending time with her 4-yr-old granddaughter.

• JAM Tumble Class: Pre-K3 – 4th, 3:15 – 4:00 p.m. on Mondays

  Spring 2024: JAM Tumble - PK3 - 4th
  Instructor: Tiffany Snell 
  Grades: Pre-K3 - 4th
  Day and Time: Mondays from 3:15 – 4:00 p.m.
  Tuition: $350 for ASC kids, $400 for non-ASC kids
  Location: Hatchery
  Prerequisites: None
  
  This Tumbling/Gymnastics class covers a range of skills. Instructors will work with groups based on age and skill-level.
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Tiffany Snell has coached gymnastics and tumbling for many years. She is looking forward to another fun semester with your child!

• Karate and Self Defense: 1st-6th, 3:15 - 4:15, Friday

  Spring 2024: Karate and Self Defense - 1st-6th
  Instructor: Gregory Slusarczyk
  Grades: 1st - 46h
  Day and Time: Fridays from 3:15 – 4:15 p.m.
  Tuition: $500 for ASC kids, $550 for non-ASC kids
  Location: South Campus
  Prerequisites: None
  
  Class Description: In addition to acquiring karate and self defense skills, students will also improve stamina and flexibility, and will develop positive character traits such as self discipline, motivation, and persistence. The tuition also covers off-campus karate classes held at AOK, located at 148 Weisenberger Rd in Madison.
  
  Instructor Bio: Gregory Slusarczyk is a 4th degree black belt in Kyokushin Karate. He has more than 28 years of experience in teaching martial arts.
  
  

• Little Saints Cheer! K - 4th grades, 4:30 - 5:30pm on Wednesdays

  Spring 2024: Little Saints Cheer!
  Instructor: Taylor Massey
  Grades: K - 4th
  Day and Time: Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:30pm
  Tuition: $400 for ASC kids, $450 for non-ASC kids
  Location: South Campus, Main Building
  
  Class Description:
  Do you want to show some St. Andrew’s School Spirit? This class will be a basic cheerleading class. Students will learn cheerleading motions as well as different sideline cheers and dances to perform at the end of the year. Students will learn how to do simple stunts that cheerleaders do when performing. These are great skills to learn when you are younger. This will be good for students who are interested in dance or cheerleading in future years. This will be a huge source of school spirit for the Lower School! We could potentially even help cheer for a Lower School pep rally! 
  
  Instructor Bio:
  My name is Taylor Massey! I am a 2nd grade teacher at St. Andrew’s. I taught 1st grade in Louisiana for 1 and a half years. I graduated with a bachelors degree in elementary education at the University of Louisiana. I graduated from Lafayette High School in 2017 where I was captain of my varsity cheer team and competitive squad. I am passionate about teaching and instilling a love of school spirit in students.

• Mini Hawk Multi-Sport Program: Pre-K3, 2:30 - 3:15pm on Fridays

  Spring 2024: Mini Hawk for Pre-K3 on Fridays
  Instructor: Paul Van
  Grades: Pre-K3
  Day and Time: Fridays from 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
  Tuition: $295 
  Location: Field, Hatchery
  
  This multi-sport program was developed to give children a positive first step into athletics. The essentials of flag football, basketball and tee ball are taught in a safe, structured environment with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Our Mini-Hawk games and activities were designed to allow campers to explore balance, movement, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. Skyhawks staff are trained to handle the specific needs of young athletes.
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Paul Van Hooydonk (Coach Van) has been teaching and coaching for over 30 years. The former Millsaps College Soccer Coach has a Masters Degree in Education and is certified to teach in Mississippi. He also holds a National Youth Diploma and an Advanced National Diploma from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. In addition, he is certified by USA Football and as a Double Goal Coach by the Positive Coaching Alliance.

• Mini Hawk Multi-Sport Program: Pre-K4, 2:30 - 3:15pm on Wednesdays

  Spring 2024: Mini Hawk for Pre-K4 on Wednesdays
  Instructor: Paul Van
  Grades: Pre-K4
  Day and Time: Wednesdays from 2:30 – 3:15pm
  Tuition: $295 
  Location: Field, Hatchery
  
  This multi-sport program was developed to give children a positive first step into athletics. The essentials of flag football, basketball and tee ball are taught in a safe, structured environment with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Our Mini-Hawk games and activities were designed to allow campers to explore balance, movement, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. Skyhawks staff are trained to handle the specific needs of young athletes.
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Paul Van Hooydonk (Coach Van) has been teaching and coaching for over 30 years. The former Millsaps College Soccer Coach has a Masters Degree in Education and is certified to teach in Mississippi. He also holds a National Youth Diploma and an Advanced National Diploma from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. In addition, he is certified by USA Football and as a Double Goal Coach by the Positive Coaching Alliance.

• Mini Hawk Multi-Sport Program: K, 2:30 – 3:15pm on Mondays

  Spring 2024: Mini Hawk for K on Mondays
  Instructor: Paul Van
  Grades: K
  Day and Time: Mondays from 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
  Tuition: $295 
  Location: Field, Hatchery
  
  This multi-sport program was developed to give children a positive first step into athletics. The essentials of flag football, basketball and tee ball are taught in a safe, structured environment with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Our Mini-Hawk games and activities were designed to allow campers to explore balance, movement, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. Skyhawks staff are trained to handle the specific needs of young athletes.
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Paul Van Hooydonk (Coach Van) has been teaching and coaching for over 30 years. The former Millsaps College Soccer Coach has a Masters Degree in Education and is certified to teach in Mississippi. He also holds a National Youth Diploma and an Advanced National Diploma from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. In addition, he is certified by USA Football and as a Double Goal Coach by the Positive Coaching Alliance.

• Soccer Shots: Pre-K3 – K, 2:30 – 3:15pm on Thursdays

  Spring 2024: Soccer Shots
  Instructor: Logan Jones and Soccer Shots coaches
  Grades: Pre-K3 through K
  Day and Time: Thursdays from 2:30 – 3:15pm
  Tuition: $275
  Location: Lower School Field
  
  Soccer Shots is a high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles and the basic rules of the game. Soccer Shots utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork and appreciation. Soccer Shots focuses on individual skill, fitness and sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to be challenged through fun games and team interaction. Children will also be introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate manner.
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Coach Logan Jones has been with Soccer Shots for nine years. He is the current Director of Coaching for Soccer Shots Jackson Metro. Coach Logan graduated from Madison Central High School and Mississippi College, where he played soccer. Coach Logan has been the main instructor at St. Andrews Lower School for the past few years.

• Soccer Shots: 1st - 3rd grades, 3:30 - 4:15pm on Thursdays

  Spring 2024: Soccer Shots
  Instructor: Logan Jones and Soccer Shots coaches
  Grades: 1st - 3rd
  Day and Time: Thursdays from 3:30 – 4:15 p.m
  Tuition: $275 for ASC kids, $325 for non-ASC kids
  Location: Lower School Field
  
  Soccer Shots is a high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles and the basic rules of the game. Soccer Shots utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork and appreciation. Soccer Shots focuses on individual skill, fitness and sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to be challenged through fun games and team interaction. Children will also be introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate manner.
  
  Instructor Bio:
  Coach Logan Jones has been with Soccer Shots for nine years. He is the current Director of Coaching for Soccer Shots Jackson Metro. Coach Logan graduated from Madison Central High School and Mississippi College, where he played soccer. Coach Logan has been the main instructor at St. Andrews Lower School for the past few years.

• Ultimate Frisbee: 1st - 4th, 3:30 - 4:30pm on Wednesdays

  Spring 2024: Ultimate Frisbee
  Instructor: Paul Van, Skyhawks
  Grades: 1st-4th
  Day and Time: Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
  Tuition: $295 for ASC kids, $345 for non-ASC kids
  Location: Field and Gym
  
  By popular demand from St. Andrew's Students, this exciting class is dedicated to your favorite Skyhawks games. From Ultimate Frisbee and Ghostbuster Tag to noodle freeze tag and line tag, we've got it all covered. Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Jurassic Park, link tag, sharks and minnows, blob tag, Ultimate football, and Capture the Football, just to name a few. These engaging games not only guarantee endless fun but also help students develop crucial skills such as speed, strength, balance, spatial awareness, and game strategies. Join us and experience an amazing journey of learning and play in a dynamic environment.