UCS Community Education

Strengthen drawing skills and challenge your creativity. A variety of media, such as, graphite, ink, watercolor and more will be introduced. Students encouraged to utilize self-expression. Develop an understanding of Elements of Art and Principles of Design. Beginner through Advanced and Returning students are welcome. Bring sketch book and pencil. Each session is a new experience.

This class focuses on the fundamentals of creating an animated short. Designed to cover 2D and/or 3D animation, students will be able to utilize several skills in their work including frame rate, keyframes, tweeting, easing, character/ puppet design, and basic blocking and movement.

Future Athletes Academy is BRAND NEW and ONE OF A KIND. This class is what to do before official teams and/or activities start for your child. This class is offered for current kindergarten and 1st grade students for the 2023-24 school year. The premise of Future Athletes Academy is to give boys and girls an opportunity to learn and develop skills, strength, agility, and coordination (and more!) in a fun and rewarding environment. Future Athletes Academy is taught by Gary Chapp. Gary has taught elementary physical education in Utica Community Schools for 24 years and has coached 55+ different seasons in his 25 years as a coach in youth, junior high, and high school athletics. Future Athletes Academy is not specific to one, single sport. Instead, this class is designed to teach and develop skills and concepts that translate to most sports and activities - it’s like a head start for your “Future Athlete”. Because children inherently enjoy physical activity and challenges, this class is also perfect for just about any student this age. Skills and concepts being taught include: movement; agility; strength; hand-eye coordination; balance; throwing; tossing; rolling; tracking; catching; soccer dribbling and kicking; basketball dribbling and shooting; hand striking; striking with equipment; teamwork; sportsmanship; personal best; and more! With so much to cover, Future Athletes Academy is divided into 3 sessions throughout the school year – Fall, Winter, and Spring. Each session will follow a similar format but will include different learning opportunities. Course fee includes a $10.00 fee for t-shirt. IMPORTANT NOTE: sessions may be combined depending on enrollment.

This introductory class focuses on promoting a positive first experience with the Martial arts. Training touches on basic stances, kicking, blocking, punching and self-defense utilizing self-control while building self-esteem.

A beginner course designed as a positive introduction to the Martial arts. Training touches on basic stances, kicking, blocking, balance, coordination, and self-defense. Uniform not required. Class limited to 15 students.

Classes focus on the fundamentals of player development: dribbling, passing, shooting, trapping and how to use them effectively in a game. We will take players through weekly sessions of fundamental skill building and competitive drills/games to build confidence and competence. Topics covered will include: Dribbling/Ball Mastery Dribbling/Changes of Direction Passing/Receiving Fake/Feints (Soccer Moves) Shooting Fun Day Skills Competitions and Game Day We aim to put the FUN in FUNdamentals!!

The goal of Snapology's Ninjas program is to teach students about the history, culture, skills, and tactics of ninja warriors. Students will learn about ninjas through a variety of building activities, games, and projects all using LEGO bricks and their imagination. They are bound to have a blast!

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, communication and curriculum. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents. Please note: This is an outdoor program. Please send your child with appropriate outdoor attire that will allow them to move freely. Classes will be moved indoors to the gymnasium in the event of inclement weather. Registered participants will receive a separate link in their course confirmation directing them to the Soccer Shots website to complete the registration and order their child’s dri-fit jersey. Please note there is an additional $25.00 due at that time for the annual registration which includes a dri-fit jersey. *If you registered within the last 12 months the annual registration is waived*

2ND ANNUAL UCS ALL STARS WINTER LEAGUE Dec 2nd - Dec 9th These first two weeks will be training sessions and will be held at Henry Ford II High School. Training times K-3rd grade 9:00-10:00 4th-6th grade 10:00-11:00 Jan 6th- Jan 27th These four weeks will be games scheduled against other teams within their division. Uniforms All players need to have a black/white reversible UCS All Stars Jersey. If you need to purchase a UCS All Star Jersey because you have not participated in a previous session of UCS All Stars, you will need to register and submit the additional material fee ($20.00) This fee is non-refundable. Team placements and Game Schedules Specific times and locations will be communicated by Dec 31st. We will place players on teams with kids from the same school when possible. Buddy requests will be taken during the first two training dates. Our goal is to schedule the K-2 training sessions/games early in the day (between 9am-12pm) and have the other divisions follow. K-2 Grade COED Division Specifics This division will have a modified hoop height (7ft, 8ft, or 9ft rims). Players will be divided into teams based on skill levels and his/her ability to shoot on the various heights. K-2nd Grade Games Coaches will start each session with an individual/team drill. Games will consist of six 4-min quarters with a running clock. We will NOT keep score. Coaches will be on the court teaching and reinforcing teaching points throughout the game. 3rd-6th Grade Division Specifics Divisions are based upon enrollment. If we do not have enough players to create multiple teams for each grade level, we will structure the divisions as 3rd/4th and 5th/6th. We will use our training sessions to determine if some players need to move up/down a grade level based on individual skill level. If enough girls enroll, we will create GIRLS ONLY teams. This division plays on regular height baskets (10ft). If your third grader needs a modified hoop height, they may be placed on a team with 2nd graders and follow the K-2nd grade schedule. 3rd - 6th Grade Games Coaches will start each session with an individual/team drill. Games will consist of four 8-min quarters with a running clock. Clock will stop in the last two minutes of the game. We will keep the score. Coaches will be on the court teaching and reinforcing teaching points throughout the game.