Teen Programs
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES?
Are you looking for volunteer opportunities to meet classroom, club, graduation, and/or scholarship requirements? Look no further. Fill out our Volunteer Form here!
TEEN SUMMER CAMPS
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Check out our Camp Gardens offerings here.
KB ART CLUB: SUMMER SERIES
KB Social Artworking offers a great way for tweens & teens to socialize while exploring their artistic talents. Students work on creative art projects that engage inspiring young artists. Everyone learns and grows together through both group & individual attention. Each week students will complete either a painting, ceramic piece, or wood sign. *Registration 3 weeks prior required.
- Age: 11-15
- Time: 6:30-8:30pm
- Instructor: KB Social Artworking
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| DAY | DATE | PROJECT | THEME | R/NR FEE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue | Jun 20 | Canvas | Toucan | $30/$38 | 221209-1A |
| Tue | Jul 18 | Ceramics* | Lighthouse | $30/$38 | 221209-2A |
| Tue | Aug 1 | Wood Sign* | Beach | $35/$44 | 221209-2B |
THE ART OF COOKIE DECORATING: WORKSHOP SERIES
Learn the basics of cookie decorating and how to decorate sugar cookies with Royal Icing. Basic techniques include flooding, piping and wet on wet, etc. Decorating utensils will be provided for use in class and all materials are included. No prior experience needed! Each attendee will leave with the knowledge and confidence to decorate a set of 3 different designs. You will take home your tasty creations to show and savor with your loved ones.
- Age: 13+
- Instructor: Jessica Nava, DULZE Pastries
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu | Jun 8 | 6:30-8:00pm | $50/$63 | 221806-1A |
| Thu | Jun 29 | 6:30-8:00pm | $50/$63 | 221806-1B |
| Thu | Jul 13 | 6:30-8:00pm | $50/$63 | 221806-2A |
| Thu | Jul 20 | 6:30-8:00pm | $50/$63 | 221806-2B |
| Thu | Jul 27 | 6:30-8:00pm | $50/$63 | 221806-2C |
PAINT YOUR PET: BEGINNERS WELCOME!
Paint your Furry Friend! Come to class with an 8” x 10” image of your pet and you will have 3 weeks to complete a masterpiece of your favorite pet pal! We will work in acrylic paint. Learn how to compose a painting, create an accurate likeness paying close attention to light and how it is expressed with color. Supplies are required. Supply list is available at registration.
- Age: 13+
- Instructor: Nancy Tilles
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | Jun 17-Jul 1 | 9:30am-12:00pm | $100/$125 | 221215-1A |
CREATE, PLAY, IMAGINE IN CLAY!
Discover the ceramic artist in you! All levels are welcome in this class that teaches hand building while receiving individualized attention. Initial clay and glaze fees included. Each additional 25 lb. bag of clay and glaze is $25. No class July 4.
- Age: 16+
- Instructor: Georgia Hollander
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue | Jun 6-Aug 1 | 6:15-8:45pm | $240/$300 | 231307-1A |
| Thu | Jun 8-Jul 27 | 6:15-8:45pm | $240/$300 | 231307-1B |
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP I: DIGITAL CAMERA & EXPOSURE
Learn about what it takes to properly expose a picture using your different camera modes. This workshop is hands-on, and you will have exercises to practice what you have learned about your camera and the exposure triangle. Please bring your digital camera and/or manual camera to class each week.
- Age: 16+
- Instructor: Dennis P. Leon
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue | Jun 6-27 | 6:30-8:30pm | $120/$150 | 231315-1A |
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP II: DIGITAL COMPOSITION & BEYOND
This workshop assumes you know how your camera works and that you are familiar with the exposure triangle. You will be introduced to composition in photography; color theory; what makes a good black and white image; and intro to portraiture. On your first day of class, please bring three photographs that you are proud of, printed in any format, as we will begin with constructive critique.
- Age: 16+
- Instructor: Dennis P. Leon
- Location: Burns Road Community Center
| DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue | Jul 11-Aug 1 | 6:30-8:30pm | $120/$150 | 231316-1A |
SOCIAL DANCE LESSONS: GET YOUR DANCE ON!
Cheers to taking your first step on your dance journey! Whether you’re interested in wedding dance lessons, improving your physical or emotional well-being or a way to connect with your significant other, you’ve come to the right place. These fun group lessons will prepare you for dinner dances, wedding receptions, and nightclub dancing. No partner is necessary.
- Age: 16+
- Instructor: Fred Astaire Certified Dance Professionals
- Location: Fred Astaire Dance Studios, 11674 US-1, Palm Beach Gardens
Dance types include:
- Session 1: Waltz, Tango
- Session 2: Rumba, Salsa
Dance styles may be changed based on specific group requests.
| DAY | DATE | TIME | R/NR FEE | REGISTER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed | Jun 7-Jul 5 | 6:00-6:45pm | $125/$156 | 231110-1A |
| Thu | Jun 8-Jul 6 | 6:45-7:30pm | $125/$156 | 231110-1B |
| Wed | Jul 12-Aug 8 | 6:00-6:45pm | $125/$156 | 231110-2A |
| Thu | Jul 13-Aug 10 | 6:45-7:30 pm | $125/$156 | 231110-2B |
OPEN GYM
Get active and fit during Open Gym! Meet your friends or make new ones as pick-up basketball games are played. Volleyball and/or pickleball are available with advance notice. School ID must be shown to participate. Want to play on the weekend? Please call ahead at 561.630.1100 for gym availability.
Skip Dates: Out-of-school days
Location: Burns Road Community Center
| DAY | AGE | DATE | TIME |
|---|---|---|---|
| M/W/F | Middle School/Highschool | School Days through May 26 | 3:00-6:00pm (Mar-May) |
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Cancelled Classes
At times, classes are cancelled due to low enrollment. If you are interested in taking a class that has been cancelled, please email the Recreation Department or call 561-630-1100 and put your name on a list to let us know that you are interested in that class. Once we have enough people to hold the class, we will try to restart that class.
Refund Information
All refunds must be requested in writing at any of our Recreation service desks or through the Refund Request Electronic Form.
Please be advised that refunds are processed when requested, less a $20 transaction fee per class/activity. Should a participant request a refund more than three days prior to the first class, they will receive a full refund less the transaction fee. If the class or program has started and the request for a refund is made before the third meeting of the activity, the refund will be prorated, less the transaction fee. Any request for a refund made after the third class is reviewed and the appropriate refund, if any, is determined by a committee. Refunds will not be given for missed classes unless accompanied by a doctor's note or unless a class is canceled by the Recreation Department.