AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
As part of FernLeaf's rich learning environment we offer a variety of after school activities and sports taught by the FernLeaf team or outside organizations with additional expertise. These offerings change throughout the year and may be available after the initial enrollment period by communication with the instructor. The programs showing below are for our most recent session.
Lower school is our elementary students in grades K-4th and upper school comprises 5th grades through high school. Click the links below to see the offerings for those specific grade levels.
LOWER SCHOOL OFFERINGS
PLEASE PLAN TO PICK YOUR STUDENT UP AT THE TIME SHOWN FROM THE WILDERNESS CAMPUS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
Music Exploration
Mondays
Grades K - 1st
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
11/18/24 - 2/10/25
COST: $100
Music Exploration is a vibrant after-school program designed for kindergarteners and first graders to dive into the world of music in a fun and engaging way. Students will have the chance to play a variety of musical games, explore different instruments, and learn exciting folk songs from around the world. This program encourages creativity, rhythm, and teamwork, all while fostering a love for music and movement in a joyful and supportive environment.
Dance 2nd-4th
Wednesdays
Grades 2nd - 4th
3:15 - 4:15 PM
11/13/24 - 2/12/25
COST: $150
Betsy Dixon of Southside Dance and Hendersonville Ballet will offer two new classes at FernLeaf during the winter session. Classes will include fun music and creative movement, and focus on beginning ballet, jazz and modern techniques. No special shoes or equipment required. Students should wear comfortable, stretchy clothing for freedom of movement. At the end of the session, students will show off what they have learned in a mini recital in the classroom.
Betsy has been teaching dance classes for 20 years, 15 of them with Southside Dance and Hendersonville Ballet. She has taught ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance to ages 3 through 63. She choreographed an award-winning Bollywood jazz piece for Hendersonville Ballet to take to the Encore dance competition and Furman College. Currently she is choreographing and costuming for Hendersonville Ballet’s Nutcracker and Spring Performance.
NOTE: THIS CLASS TAKES PLACE ON FERNLEAF'S WILDERNESS CAMPUS BUT IS STAFFED BY SOUTHSIDE DANCE STUDIO.
Dance K-1
Mondays
Grades K - 1st
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
11/18/24 - 2/10/25
Cost: $150
Betsy Dixon of Southside Dance and Hendersonville Ballet will offer two new classes at FernLeaf this winter. Classes will include fun music and creative movement, and focus on beginning ballet, jazz and modern techniques. No special shoes or equipment required. Students should wear comfortable, stretchy clothing for freedom of movement. At the end of the session, students will show off what they have learned in a mini recital in the classroom.
Betsy has been teaching dance classes for 20 years, 15 of them with Southside Dance and Hendersonville Ballet. She has taught ballet, tap, jazz and modern dance to ages 3 through 63. She choreographed an award-winning Bollywood jazz piece for Hendersonville Ballet to take to the Encore dance competition and Furman College.
NOTE: THIS CLASS TAKES PLACE ON FERNLEAF'S WILDERNESS CAMPUS BUT IS STAFFED BY SOUTHSIDE DANCE STUDIO.
K-1 Gymnastics @ OSEGA
Tuesdays
K - 1st Grades
3:15 - 4:15 PM
11/12/24 - 2/11/25
COST: $200
OSEGA’s recreational gymnastics program is a great start for students, whether they have a dream of becoming a competitive gymnast, or just looking for an activity to improve fitness in a fun way. Our range of beginner to elite levels allow gymnasts to progress at their own pace on all 4 events: Vault, bar, beam & floor. OSEGA’s structured lesson plans are designed to teach core gymnastics skills and provide a fun, safe environment to explore personal strengths and goals.
NOTE: This class will be taught by OSEGA staff. Students will be transported to OSEGA’s facility on a FernLeaf bus, and MUST BE PICKED UP AT OSEGA. OSEGA is 2.5 miles from FernLeaf’s Creek Campus.
2-4 Gymnastics @ OSEGA
Tuesdays
Grades 2nd - 4th
3:15 - 4:15 PM
11/12/24 - 2/11/25
COST: $200
OSEGA’s recreational gymnastics program is a great start for students, whether they have a dream of becoming a competitive gymnast, or just looking for an activity to improve fitness in a fun way. Our range of beginner to elite levels allow gymnasts to progress at their own pace on all 4 events: Vault, bar, beam & floor. OSEGA’s structured lesson plans are designed to teach core gymnastics skills and provide a fun, safe environment to explore personal strengths and goals.
NOTE: This class will be taught by OSEGA staff. Students will be transported to OSEGA’s facility on a FernLeaf bus, and MUST BE PICKED UP AT OSEGA. OSEGA is 2.5 miles from FernLeaf’s Creek Campus.
Ninja 2-4 @ OSEGA
Tuesdays
Grades 2nd - 4th
3:15 - 4:15 PM
11/12/24 - 2/11/25
COST: $200
OSEGA's Ninja obstacle training program is a recreational physical activity for children and adults. It was inspired by the television show American Ninja Warrior. This excitingly fun activity leads to exceptional upper body core fitness, hand eye coordination, foot dexterity, and a community of sportsmanship unparalleled in any other sport. Come to OSEGA and play on our playground!
NOTE: This class will be taught by OSEGA staff. Students will be transported to OSEGA’s facility on a FernLeaf bus, and MUST BE PICKED UP AT OSEGA. OSEGA is 2.5 miles from FernLeaf’s Creek Campus.
Ninja K-1 @ OSEGA
Tuesdays
Grades K - 1st
3:15PM - 4:15PM
11/12/24 - 2/11/25
COST: $200
OSEGA's Ninja obstacle training program is a recreational physical activity for children and adults. It was inspired by the television show American Ninja Warrior. This excitingly fun activity leads to exceptional upper body core fitness, hand eye coordination, foot dexterity, and a community of sportsmanship unparalleled in any other sport. Come to OSEGA and play on our playground!
NOTE: This class will be taught by OSEGA staff. Students will be transported to OSEGA’s facility on a FernLeaf bus, and MUST BE PICKED UP AT OSEGA. OSEGA is 2.5 miles from FernLeaf’s Creek Campus.
Coloring Book
Creators Club
Thursdays
Grades K-4th
3:15 - 4:15 PM
11/14/24 - 2/14/25
COST: $100
Join the fun in the Coloring Book Creators Club! In this afterschool group, kids will design their own cool and creative coloring pages. When the club ends, we will choose our favorite drawings and combine them into an actual book. From animals and cartoon characters to fun designs and scenes, everyone can draw what they love! We’ll learn coloring skills, explore simple drawing tips, practice making bold lines, and put it all together into an awesome book to color and share with friends. If you like to draw and want to see your ideas come to life, this is the club for you!
To sign up for after school activities please use MyPaymentsPlus. If you would like to discuss financial assistance for these activities please fill out this form.
If a LOWER SCHOOL class you would like to sign up for is full, please fill out this waitlist form so we can contact you in the event of an opening.
NOTE: The costs of after school activities & sports are shared by the enrolled students. As a result, FernLeaf will not provide refunds for after school activities that are missed due to absence, loss of privileges, suspension, opt-out, or other circumstances that result in a student not participating.
UPPER SCHOOL OFFERINGS
PLEASE PLAN TO PICK YOUR STUDENT UP AT THE TIME SHOWN FROM THE WILDERNESS CAMPUS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
High School
Boys Basketball
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays:
3:00 - 4:30 PM
Fridays: 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Grades: 8th - 11th
11/13/24 - 2/12/25
COST: $200
High School basketball is here! Be a part of FernLeaf’s first boys high school basketball team. Whether you play every day, or are new to the sport and want to learn, come join the team! Students will practice in the brand new Wilderness Campus gym once it is open!
High School Girls Basketball
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
3:00 - 4:30 PM
Fridays: 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Grades: 8th - 11th
11/20/24 - 2/12/25
COST: $200
High School basketball is here! Be a part of FernLeaf’s first girls high school basketball team. Whether you play every day, or are new to the sport and want to learn, come join the team! Students will practice in the brand new Wilderness Campus gym once it is open!
Middle School Basketball
Tuesdays & Thursdays
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: 5th - 7th
11/12/24 - 2/13/25
COST: $150
Join the middle school co-ed basketball team. Practice will be twice a week and students compete in games against other local charter and private schools. Students will practice in the brand new Wilderness Campus gym once it is open! No experience necessary.
Strength & Conditioning
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Grades: 8th - 11th
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
11/12/24 - 2/13/25
$150
Strength and conditioning at FernLeaf is a great place to have fun and feel strong this winter! While listening to great music, we will challenge ourselves to complete the strength and conditioning set of the day. Get excited to move your bodies! Everyone is welcome.
High School Ping Pong
Mondays
Grades: 9th - 11th
3:00 - 4:15 PM
11/18/24 - 2/10/25
$100
Ping Pong Club is here! Want to learn how to play ping pong and compete against others at FernLeaf? Come join us! We will be learning the basics of forehand and backhand. We'll learn the rules and how to play the game and even have club tournaments! Whether you're just starting out or you have experience playing we hope to see you there!
Middle School Ping Pong
Wednesdays
3:00 - 4:15 PM
Grades: 5th - 8th
11/13/24 - 2/12/25
$100
Ping Pong Club is here! Want to learn how to play ping pong and compete against others at FernLeaf? Come join us! We will be learning the basics of forehand and backhand. We'll learn the rules and how to play the game and even have club tournaments! Whether you're just starting out or you have experience playing we hope to see you there!
Science Club
Wednesdays
3:00 - 4:15 PM
Grades: 5th - 8th
11/13/24 - 2/12/25
COST: $125
Science Club is where students learn about and conduct experiments in biotechnology. Students will learn techniques to isolate, amplify, and identify segments of DNA and how these techniques are used in scientific investigations around the world and to further our understanding of life. We will also have scientist guest speakers join some of our sessions to talk about the work they do in the field of biotechnology.
High school students will act as mentors in this club. NOTE: students participating in this program will be held to the highest behavior and safety standards.
HS Bowling Club
Tuesdays
3:00 - 4:45 PM
Grades: 9th - 11th
11/12/24 - 2/11/25
$150
Come roll with us. FernLeaf’s bowling club will travel once a week to TarHeel Lanes in Hendersonville to bowl, build community and just have a good time. Recruit your friends and have fun at the bowling alley! No experience needed.
MS Bowling Club
Tuesdays
3:00 - 4:45 PM
Grades: 5th - 8th
11/12/24 - 2/11/25
$150
Come roll with us. FernLeaf’s bowling club will travel once a week to TarHeel Lanes in Hendersonville to bowl, build community and just have a good time. Recruit your friends and have fun at the bowling alley! No experience needed.
Girls Empowered!
Thursdays
3:00 - 4:15 PM
Grades: 6th - 8th
11/14/24 - 2/13/25
COST: $125
Girls Empowered! provides a safe space for girls to connect with each other, build confidence, and discuss topics/issues that specifically interest and affect them. Sessions will include yoga, journaling, body awareness, healthy relationships, career paths, and personal empowerment.
The Addams Family
See rehearsal & performance times below
Grades: 5th - 11th
12/3/24 - 2/28/25
$260
Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
This musical production is open to students grades 5-11. Everyone who acts will also build, paint, cut, sew, and create. The Addams Family will be directed by Skyler Goff, a local playwright, actor, and director. Over the last 10 years he has worked with The Montford Moppets young adult theatre camp adapting scripts, and directing. He has also led after school programming involving theater, board game design, and zombie survival.
Rehearsals:
Tuesdays, 3-4 pm December 3, 10, 17; January 14, 28, February 4, 11
Fridays, 12-3:00 pm, December 6, 13, January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7,
Thursdays, February 6, 13, 3-5
Dress rehearsals:
Monday-Wednesday, February 24 - 26, 3-5:30 pm
Performances:
Thursday, February 27, 5 pm, friends and family
Friday, February 28, 9:30 am, school performance
Orienteering
Wednesdays
3:00 - 4:15 PM
Grades: 5th - 8th
11/13/24 - 2/12/25
$100
Become an Adventure Racer! Students will put their navigational skills, map reading, and fitness to the test as they participate in outdoor navigation races. Students will learn how to read a map and compass in concert and use this knowledge to locate checkpoints, all on a timer. Skillbuilding activities and courses will be on our Wilderness campus and use our orienteering map that is used in our annual Orienteering/Adventure race every spring!
To sign up for after school activities please use MyPaymentsPlus. If you would like to discuss financial assistance for these activities please fill out this form.
If a UPPER SCHOOL class you would like to sign up for is full, please fill out this waitlist form so we can contact you in the event of an opening.
