2026 Winter/Spring Youth Programs	Updated 12/10/25 Winter/Spring 2026
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Arts & Crafts

Jr. Picassos Grades 1 - 8 Jr. Picassos will bring out your child’s hidden talents by exploring various means of expression through painting and drawing. Create colorful masterpieces! Instructor: Dean Connley Wednesdays: January 14 - 28 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Room E33 Fee: $20

Paint & Create Kids Ages 5-14 Create your own personalized painting. Each artist will be able to bring home a 9x12 canvas painting that they made in class, personalized to their liking. The instructor will teach about blending and layering while guiding you step by step. Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek Location: BFHS Art Room Fee: $20/class Times: 4:00 - 5:00 PM Personalized Jersey January 29 Peeps March 26 Flag May 11

Beginning Crochet Ages 12 - Adult Get started with crochet by learning basic techniques and stitches, reading patterns, and how to pick materials. No experience necessary, starter kit provided.. Instructor: Sarah Anderson Saturdays: January 10 - 24 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM Location: Big Foot HS E36 $45 / session

Crochet Coaching Ages 12 - Adult This is your chance to work on your project with help! We’ll work together on crochet skills, and break out into personal projects for work time where Sarah can answer your questions and help with patterns. You are encouraged to bring your own projects, but we’ll also have patterns and projects available during class. Instructor: Sarah Anderson Saturdays: January 31 - March 21 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM Location: Big Foot HS E36 $50 / person

Slime Time! Grades 4K - 8 Join us for ooey-gooey fun! We’ll be making fluffy slime, crunchy slime and more. Each child will get to take home the slime they make at the end of class. Please register for each class individually. Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek Location: Big Foot HS, E33 Date Time Slime Fee Thurs., Feb 19 4:00 - 5:00 PM Glitter Galaxy $15 Thurs., April 2 4:00 - 5:00 PM Earth Day $15 Thurs., May 28 4:00 - 5:00 PM Squishmallow $15

Fun With Clay Grades 1 - 8 Choose a project with step by step instructions to create a work of art. Explore your creativity while learning ceramics with instructor Dean! Instructor: Dean Connley Thursdays: February 26 - March 19 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, E32 Fee: $40

Easter Egg Decorating Come join six different art stations to rotate through at your own pace. Feel free to bring your own hard boiled eggs or we can get them ready for you! You will leave with decorated eggs just in time for Easter while keeping the mess out of the house! Children under 7 must have an adult present. Non-Participating Adult is Free! Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek Monday, March 30 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Room E33 (Art Room) $15/person

Sewing Ages 6+ Learn to sew by hand or by machine. All children under the age of 9 must have an adult present to help with the sewing machine. Instructor: Connie Anderson Location: Big Foot HS E36 Time: Mondays; 6:00 - 8:00 PM Basic Hand Sewing April 11 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM Learn to shorten pants, replace a button, put an eye back on a well loved stuffy, and more. Feel free to bring in your own items to mend if you wish. Sew Your Own Tote Bag April 25 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM Make a tote bag, and build the confidence to make more in many sizes and fabrics. Materials included Sew Your Own Apron May 9 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM Personalize a unisex “chef” or “bib” style apron any way you wish. This class includes everything for the apron. After the class, you will confidently adjust color and sizing for your next creations. Zippered Pouches May 23 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM Learn how to put in zippers and make two different style pouches in one class. Class includes everything you need to make two pouches, and the skill to make many more.

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Enrichment Classes

Learn & Play Spanish with Pilar No experience needed! In this 10-week session you’ll learn Spanish in the form of play. Students will be able to start to read and speak Spanish. Pilar has taught at the elementary and high school level. Instructor: Pilar Hobson Wednesdays: January 28 - April 1 Location: Big Foot HS E36 Fee: $70/youth Ages Time 3 - 6 years 4:00 - 5:00 PM 7 - 12 years 5:00 - 6:00 PM Teen Tutoring 7:00 - 8:00 PM * Check our "Adult Program" page for Adult Spanish classes

Safe@Home Ages 9-14 Parents, peace of mind is here! Students learn how to practice safe habits, prevent unsafe situations, and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Students are also introduced to the Safe Sitter® First Aid Chart and learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. The program is designed to prepare students for their first steps towards independence. Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek, Certified Safe Sitter® Instructor Thursday, April 9 from 4:00 - 5:30 PM Location: Big Foot HS, E36 Fee: $30/child

Safesitter® Babysitting Course Ages 10 - 16 Safe Sitter® is the most recognized babysitter program in the nation. Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Students will also learn child care from infants to pre-teens, including CPR and First aid. They will also develop business skills needed to start their own babysitting business. Bring a lunch.. Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek, Certified Safe Sitter® Instructor Thursdays, April 16 & 23 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, E36 Fee: $65/child

Astronomy Exploration Family Friendly Join us for an exploration of the history and future of astronomy! This 1.5 hour deep-dive into one of the world’s most cherished observatories includes a tour of the historic building, solar observing if the weather is clear, and an engaging hands-on activity that will immerse visitors in the wonders of astronomy. Bring a sack lunch to enjoy in the arboretum. Anyone under the age of 5 must have an adult present. Guides: Yerkes Staff Location: Yerkes Observatory, 373 W. Geneva St, Williams Bay Fee: $14/person Fri., February 6 4:00 - 5:30 PM Wed, March 11 4:00 - 5:30 PM Wed, April 22 10:00 - 11:30 AM

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Activities & Outdoor Recreation

Drone Racing Grades 5 - 8 Learn the fundamentals of drones, including safety, aerodynamics and controls. Get hands-on experience with VR drone racing simulators to build skills before transitioning to real-world drone operation. This program will help develop STEM skills connected to physics, engineering and technology in a fun and motivating way! Instructors: Annelise Gutierrez & Dean Connley Location: Fontana Elementary Session 1 Jan. 9, Jan 16, Jan 30, Feb 6 4:00 - 5:30 PM Session 2 Feb 13, Feb 27, Mar 6, Mar 13 4:00 - 5:30 PM

Esports Club Grades 3 - 8 Step into the world of Esports and have fun playing video games with your friends! We’ll be playing games like Super Smash Bros, Mario Kart, Rocket League & more. The high school Esports team will be there to help coach you and join in on the fun! Instructor: Jill Connley, BFHS Esports Coach Mondays, January 12 - February 16 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM Location: BFHS Library - Esports Room Fee: $45 / child | $50 non-resident

Bro Show Card Trading Ages 6 - 14 Card collecting and trading has exploded in popularity over the last few years! Sports cards and Pokemon cards are two of the most popular types of cards currently being collected and traded. “Bro Show Collectibles” is coming to Big Foot for a fun day of card trading. Owner Mike Kunes is donating boxes of cards for this event! Kids get to open cards, trade with each other, and bring cards home to add to their collection! Instructor: Mike Kunes, “Bro Show Collectibles” Saturday, January 24 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM Location: Big Foot HS Commons FREE - Advanced Registration Required

LEGO Builders Grades 1 - 8 Each week starts with a pile of LEGOs and ends with a completed model. Models could include trucks, planes, boats, tractors, motorcycles and more. Start a new project each week. All projects stay with the instructor, but you will get a small kit on the last day to take home. Instructor: Dean Connley Wednesdays: February 11 - 25 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM Location: BFHS Library

Marble Run Fun! Grades 1 - 8 Does the winter weather have you losing your marbles? Send the kids to Marble Run Fun! This creative hands-on class will have your child building their own creations using a pile of tubes, ramps, spinners, drops and funnels. Instructor: Dean Connley Wednesdays, March 4 - 18 4:00 - 5:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Library Fee: $30

Ice Fishing Clinic All Ages Join local guide Doug Kloet and learn about fish identification, what equipment to use, rod/reel and tip-up set-up and use, lures, bait selection, fish location, jigging skills, and basic knot tying. Geared for the young angler or entry level adult angler. Dress warm as the workshop will be taught on the ice. All gear is provided for the workshop. Instructor: Captain Doug Kloet, Fishing Guide Service Location: Kenosha County Veterans Memorial Park, 8697 Co Hwy KD, Burlington, WI Saturday, January 31 from 9:00 AM - Noon Fee: $35/person

Snowshoe Hike & Bonfire Family Friendly - All Ages Strap on your snowshoes and join us for a winter hike in the woods. Dress in warm layers, but don’t worry… there will be hot chocolate and a bonfire to keep you warm! Please register in advance. Leader: Dean Connley February 7 from 9:00 - 11:00 AM $10 per person - includes snowshoe rental Location: Kishwauketoe, Williams Bay

Birding for Beginners Grades 2 - 8 Birding is a low-cost hobby that you can take with you anywhere in the world. There are only three things you need to get started: A bird guide, binoculars, and a positive attitude! Join us as we hike through local nature preserves looking for our fabulous feathered friends! Bird guides included, please bring binoculars if you have them. Leader: Dean Connley Fee: $12/person Date Time Location April 14 10:00 - 11:00 AM Kishwauketoe Nature Conservancy April 28 10:00 - 11:00 AM Linn Nature Park (across from Reek School) May 13 10:00 - 11:00 AM Fontana Fen

Nerf Battle - CQB* Grades 1 - 8 Lock and load! Bring your NERF blaster, we’ll provide the “ammo” including regular darts, Mega darts, and NERF Rival. Take cover behind our inflatable bunkers! This Close Quarters Battle* will meet in the studio room. Limited space is available. Instructor: Dean Connley Day Date Time Location Tuesday January 13 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room Tuesday January 27 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room Tuesday February 10 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room Tuesday February 24 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room Tuesday March 10 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room Tuesday March 31 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room Tuesday April 7 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room Tuesday April 21 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room Tuesday May 5 4:00 - 5:00 PM BFHS Studio Room

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Dance, Tumbling and Theatre Classes

Musical Theatre Camp: Dream Slayer Ages 6 - 12 Step into a world where imagination is powerful and dreams take center stage! In Dream Slayer, young performers train at the Dream Corps Academy, where every student learns to confront the “Shadows Doubts” that try to dim their light. Through acting, storytelling, singing, and creative movement, students collaborate to write, rehearse, and perform an original short play, inspired by themes of bravery and teamwork. Instructors: Children’s Theatre Camp Staff Rehearsals: Wednesdays: January 7 - February 18 from 4:00 - 6:00 PM Performance: February 18 at 6:00 PM Location: Big Foot Auditorium Fee: $200/person

Cheer & Pom Drill Team Grades K - 8 Come and cheer on the Big Foot High School Basketball Team! Learn a fun, upbeat dance for a half time performance and a few cheers. Each participant will receive a T-shirt and hair bow. Instructor: Lynette Vyhnanek & Trinity Tofel (Wolves Cheer Coach) Practice: Thursday & Friday, January 8 - 23 4:00 - 5:30 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Studio Room & Gyms Performances at Games: · January 23, 5:40 PM & 7:00 PM $75 includes T-Shirt & Hair Bow

Tumble & Floor Gymnastics Grades K - 8 In this co-ed class, you will learn the fundamental elements of floor gymnastics, with an emphasis on coordination, flexibility, and strength. Fun exercises and basic tumbling positions will be taught. Forward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and bridges must be mastered to move on to the intermediate level. Instructor: Trinity Tofel (Wolves Cheer Coach) Thursdays: March 5 - April 9 Fee: $60/child Group Time Ages 5 - 7 5:00 - 6:00 PM Ages 8 - 12 6:00 - 7:00 PM

Youth Dance Classes Mondays, March 16 - April 27 (7 classes) Location: Big Foot HS, Studio Room Dance Dress Code: Please check the list for attire/footwear you'll need for each level Instructor Lynette Vyhnanek is trained in Ballet (minor pointe work), Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Lyrical, and Contemporary. Lynette has choreographed many solos, duos, and groups that hold First Place National Titles. Parent/Tot 18 months - 3 years Mondays: 3:30 - 4:00 PM Fee: $60 Get ready to wiggle and move by learning to use your gross motor skills, following directions, making friends, and having fun! One adult per child is needed to participate. Siblings who are able to walk must be registered if present. Kiddie Movement Ages 3 - 5 Mondays: 4:00 - 4:45 PM Fee: $60 Prepare for dance by learning the language, developing self-confidence and structure, and having fun! This class will include ballet, jazz and tap. Dance Foundations Ages 6 - 11 Mondays: 4:45 - 5:30 PM Fee: $85 This class will include ballet, jazz, and musical theater. Dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet and jazz. Ballet barre and terminology is taught with the class.

Dance & Music Recital Dance and Music will be coming together to put on a Spring Recital. More information will be out in April. Saturday, May 2 at 3:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Auditorium

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Sports & Fitness

Big Foot Youth Sports Organizations * These youth sports organizations are affiliated with the Big Foot Recreation District and BFRD assists these organizations as are able. Ultimately these organizations operate independently from BFRD. Big Foot Rec Ball & Glove Big Foot Rec will be running B&G in 2026 Big Foot Basketball Club (formerly Little Chiefs) Geneva Lake United Soccer Club Wolves Jr. Tackle Football & Cheer Big Foot Attack Volleyball Big Foot Wrestling Club

Youth Yoga Ages 3-8 Little yogis will build strength, balance, focus, and confidence through playful poses and mindfulness, all in a supportive, non- competitive environment. It is the perfect way to move, breathe, and have a great time. Kerry Hertel is a certified yoga instructor and elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience. Instructor: Kerry Hertel, Certified Children’s Yoga Teacher Thursdays: January 8 | February 12 | March 12 | April 9 | May 14 4:15 - 5:15 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Studio Room Fee: $15/ date or $60 for all 5 classes

Start Smart Sports Development Ages 2 - 4 Start Smart is a national program offered through the National Alliance for Youth Sports. This is an introductory sports program that prepares children 2-4 years old for organized sports. Parents work with their child, the instructor, and other kids in a fun, non-threatening environment to learn the basic skills of throwing, catching, kicking and batting. Both parents and children should dress in attire ready to play! Instructor: Nick Legnaioli Saturdays: February 7 - 28 from 9:00 - 9:45 AM Location: Big Foot HS, Main Gym Fee: $40

Mini Chiefs Youth Basketball Grades 1 - 3 This co-ed program focuses on learning the fundamentals of basketball, with an emphasis on building skills and strategy to help players fully understand the game. Note: 3rd graders will break-off the last three weeks to engage in 3-on-3 mini games to reinforce the skills learned. Instructor: Coach Steve Torrez, Austin Hoey & high school athletes Mondays: March 2 - April 16 (no 3/23) 6:00 - 7:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Main Gym Fee: $45 Resident / $55 Non-Resident

Dodgeball League Ages 6- 10 Duck, dip, dive & dodge! This is a non-stop hour of fun dodgeball games. We will be using the indoor “gatorskin” dodgeballs. Think you have what it takes to survive in this league? Instructor: Dean Connley Mondays: March 2 - 16 from 6:00 - 7:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, East Gym Fee: $30

Softball Hitting Clinic Grades 7 - 12 Hosted by Coach Holzbauer, a GTS head coach and former college softball player and head coach. Location: Big Foot HS, Upper Gym Fee: $40 Open to BF Residents or students school choicing to BF area schools. Free for BFHS softball players Session 1 January 11 & 25 5:00 - 6:00 PM Session 2 March 1 & 15 5:00 - 6:00 PM

Softball Pitching Clinic Ages 8 - 14 Hosted by Big Foot Softball Pitching Coach Madi Zerr. Sundays: February 1, 8, 15 from 5:00 - 6:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Main Gym Fee: $30 Resident / $70 Non-Resident

Flag Football Skills & Drills Grades K - 5 Learn the fundamentals of flag football. Players will be in groups based on age. This is a skills and drills class to boost footwork, build skill sets, and give you the tools you need to improve your game. Some drills will include throwing, catching, and snapping a football. Players will also condition and work on flag pulling drills. Instructor: Nick Legnaioli Thursdays: February 12 - March 19 (no 2/26) 6:00 - 7:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, East Gym Fee: $40 / child

Youth Soccer Ages 4 - 6 This program focuses on the basic fundamentals of soccer. Our instructor’s approach emphasizes the rules, basic moves, elementary and fun-filled drills. This well-rounded program breaks down each position for a full understanding of the sport. Instructor: BFHS Coach Rene Perez & BFHS Soccer Players Wednesdays: April 15 - May 20 (no 4/22) 5:00 - 6:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Soccer Field Fee: $45 Resident / $55 Non-Resident

Girls Mini Attack Volleyball Grades 1 - 4 Join Chad and the BFHS volleyball team and have fun while learning the fundamentals of the sport. The hour will be split between drills and playing the game. Instructor: Coach Chad Roehl Saturdays: April 18 - May 16 from 9:00 - 10:00 AM Location: Big Foot HS, East Gym Fee: $45 Resident / $55 Non-Resident

Youth Golf Ages 8 - 17 Learn fundamentals and prepare to bring your game to the course. Proper etiquette and safety will be taught. Classes cover basic full swing fundamentals, putting and stroke fundamentals, chipping, pitching and sand shots, as well as taking your game from range to course. A limited supply of clubs are available to those that are in need. Instructor: Jack Shoger, P.G.A. Instructor Saturdays: April 25 - May 16 from 2:00 - 3:00 PM Location: Abbey Springs Golf Course Fee: $95

Golf for Beginners Ages 5 - 12 This class is designed for beginner golfers who are just getting started with the wonderful game of golf! Join us at the Big Foot Golf Range where we will work on grip, swing, rules of the game and etiquette. We will head over to Country Club Estates on one of the days for some practice putting. Please bring your own clubs if you have them. We will have clubs available if you do not own any yet. Instructor: Chris Wedell, USGA Golf Coach Saturdays: May 2 - May 16 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM Location: Big Foot Golf Range Fee: $45

Archery Ages 8+ Enjoy the thrill of getting a bullseye! This fun and challenging sport is open to all 8 years and up (including adults). After understanding safety and the basics, hone your skills to become a better archer.. Instructors: Dean Connley & Chuck Thiesenhusen Thursdays: May 7 - 21 from 4:00 - 5:00 PM Location: Big Foot HS, Practice Fields Fee: $30 Resident / $40 Non-Resident

Co-Ed Tee Ball & Coach Pitch Tee Ball: Ages 4*-6; Coach Pitch: Ages 6-8 Players must provide their own glove. Every player will experience every position throughout the 6 weeks and every player bats every inning. T-Ball focuses on the basics of throwing, catching, hitting, base running and positions. *Parent Coaches are required for children 4 years old. Coach Pitch starts off with the basics, then works on more advanced fundamentals of the game, such as outfield relay throws, when to stretch a base hit into a double and directional hitting. Coordinator: Dean Connley Tuesdays & Thursdays: Early June - Mid July 6:00 - 7:00 PM Location: BFHS Quadplex Fee: $50/player includes team shirt & hat Registration Deadline: May 18 More Information | Coach Pitch Rules| Tee Ball Rules | Field Map | Coach Application | Sponsorship

Open Gym

TGIF Open Gym Grades 2 - 8 A Friday night filled with games, music, socialization, crafts, open gym, and so much more! We’ll provide pizza and lemonade for dinner as well. WAIVERS ARE REQUIRED Fee: $5/person Date Time Location January 16 5:00 - 7:00 PM Sharon School Gym March 6 5:00 - 7:00 PM Sharon School Gym April 17 5:00 - 7:00 PM Sharon School Gym

 

Scouts

Brownie Scout Troop #8105 Third Grade Troop #8105 is a Brownie Girl Scout Troop for girls in Third Grade for the 2025- 2026 school year. Meetings are held every other Wednesday from 6-7:30 PM. Co-Leader: Lynette Vyhnanek Meets: Every other Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:30 PM Location: Big Foot HS,Studio Room Email: gstroop8105@gmail.com

Cub Scout Pack #237 Grades K - 5 Cub Scout Pack #237 provides ready-made opportunities for your family to do fun things together. Cub Scouts is for boys and girls entering grades K-5. Contact to join at any time! Cub Scout Master: Joe Vyhnanek Email: wbcubscoutpack237@gmail.com

 

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