Winter ACRES 2026 - Digital Booklet by KenanCenter

January 12 - March 7, 2026

Our Commitment to Financial Assistance

We understand that the costs associated with participation can be significant and prohibitive for some families and individuals. In light of this, we are dedicated to providing scholarships for those in need, aimed at making our offerings accessible to all, irrespective of income level. Visit KenanCenter.org/ACRES to submit a financial assistance request form, or email tyler@kenancenter.org, call 716-433-2617, or stop in for more information. Thank you!

MONDAYS

Acting: Once Upon A Stage (Ages 6 - 13)

Get ready to take the stage! This course is where we continue to introduce kids to the basics of acting, stagecraft, and working together as a team. Through games, improvisation, and hands-on activities, students will build confidence, imagination, and collaboration skills. Together with their instructor, the class will create an original fairytale script for the Spring play filled with creativity, laughter, and adventure! At the end of the session, families are invited to an “open class” to see the students share what they’ve learned and celebrate their theatrical journey. From imagination to performance, let the adventure begin!

TUESDAYS

Rookies Basketball (Ages 5 - 8)

Where we learn to love the game! Designed for beginners ages 5–8 and taught by Lea Sobieraski, this fun, play-based program teaches dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, and confidence no experience needed. Every player participates, learns, and grows in a supportive environment led by coach-mentors who focus on effort and joy over competition.

Ages 5-8 • 5 - 5:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Sports Sampling (Ages 5 - 10)

Where we learn the basics of multiple sports! This beginner-friendly program taught by Tyler Davis lets kids explore Disc Sports, Racquet Sports, and Floor Hockey through fun games and challenges no experience needed. Our coach-mentors focus on effort, teamwork, and building confidence while keeping every player moving and smiling.

Ages 5-10 • 5 - 5:55PM • $90 • Arena

Challengers Basketball (Ages 7 - 11)

Where we grow in the sport of basketball! This intermediate, playbased class, taught by Lea Sobieraski, helps players build on their skills dribbling on the move, passing under pressure, and improving footwork while keeping the focus on fun and teamwork

Ages 7-11 • 6 - 6:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Coding Club (Ages 8 - 14)

Where we explore the world of coding! This beginner-friendly class teaches the fundamentals of coding and programming through fun projects and hands-on challenges. Taught by Tyler Davis, participants will build skills, solve problems, and bring their ideas to life no prior experience needed!

Ages 8-14 • 6 - 6:55PM • $90 • Computer Lab

Gaming Club (Ages 8 - 14)

Connect, collaborate, and compete with other gamers! In this supervised program taught by Tyler Davis, kids of all skill levels can enjoy Kenan’s new computer lab, meet peers who share their interests, and play on a gaming computer of their own

Ages 8-14 • 7 - 7:55PM • $90 • Computer Lab

WEDNESDAYS

Rookies Soccer (Ages 5 - 6)

Where we learn the sport of soccer! This beginner-friendly class introduces players to the fundamentals dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork through play, not pressure Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 5 - 6 • 5 - 5:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Ages 5 - 6 • 6 - 6:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Challengers Soccer (Ages 6 - 9)

Where we grow in the sport of soccer! This intermediate, play-based class helps players build on their fundamentals dribbling under pressure, passing, and spacing while keeping the focus on fun, teamwork, and confidence. Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 6 - 9 • 5 - 5:55PM • $90 • Arena

Contenders Soccer (Ages 8 - 11)

Where we explore the sport of soccer! This developing-player class helps athletes move beyond the basics, learning tactics, teamwork, and decision-making through fun, game-like play. Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 8 - 11 • 6 - 6:55PM • $90 • Arena

Champions Soccer (Ages 10 - 14)

Where we excel in the sport of soccer! This advanced rec class challenges players to sharpen their skills and game sense through fast-paced, game-based play all in a supportive, inclusive environment. Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 10 - 14 • 7 - 7:55PM • $90 • Arena

Art and Me (Ages 5+)

A series of classes taught by Jess Tomaino that ties the student's own inspirations and observations into a multitude of mediums like tempera paint, markers, clay, watercolors, and collage. Projects introduce concepts like grids, color tones, applying contrast, and pattern building. Students will have a new perspective on how they view the community around them and learn to pause for self reflection.

Ages 5 - 7 • 5:15 - 6:15PM • $90 • Art Room

Ages 8+ • 6:30 - 7:30PM • $90 • Art Room

THURSDAYS

Rookies Volleyball (Ages 5 - 8)

This beginner-friendly class, taught by Lea Sobieraski, introduces players to the fundamentals bumping, setting, and serving through play, not pressure. No experience needed! Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 5 - 8 • 5 - 5:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Challengers Volleyball (Ages 7 - 11)

This intermediate class, taught by Lea Sobieraski, helps players build on the basics serving, passing, setting, and teamwork through play, not pressure Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 7 - 11 • 6 - 6:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Champions Volleyball (Ages 10 - 14)

This advanced rec class, taught by Lea Sobieraski, sharpens skills and game understanding through fast-paced, game-based play—still fun, still inclusive, and always focused on growth. Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 10 - 14 • 7 - 7:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Lacrosse (Ages 5 - 11)

Our lacrosse program, run by Lockport Lacrosse, introduces children to the exciting sport of lacrosse, focusing on developing basic skills and understanding the game. Participants will engage in fun, age-appropriate drills that teach fundamental techniques such as passing, catching, and shooting. Our supportive environment encourages teamwork and builds confidence, ensuring every child enjoys learning to play lacrosse

Ages 5 - 7 • 5 - 5:55PM • $90 • Arena

Ages 8 - 11 • 6 - 6:55PM • $90 • Arena

FRIDAYS

Rookies Baseball/Softball (Ages 5 - 8)

This beginner-friendly class introduces players to the fundamentals— throwing, catching, batting, and teamwork—through play, not pressure. No experience needed! Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 5 - 8 • 5 - 5:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Rookies Flag Football (Ages 5

- 8)

This beginner-friendly class introduces players to the fundamentals running with the ball, pulling flags, catching, and teamwork through play, not pressure. No experience needed! Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 5 - 8 • 5 - 5:55PM • $90 • Arena

Identity In Clay! (Ages 10+)

Where we discover the art of storytelling through clay! In this 5-week ceramics class taught by Amapola Arts, participants (ages 10+) will hand-coil a vessel and carve designs that reveal patterns and imagery beneath the surface. No experience needed all materials and firings included!

Ages 10+ • 5:30 - 7PM • $90 • Art Room

Challengers

Baseball/Softball (Ages 7 - 11)

Where we grow in the sports of baseball and softball!

This intermediate class builds on the basics hitting, fielding, baserunning, and teamwork through play, not pressure. Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 7 - 11 • 6 - 6:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Challengers

Flag Football (Ages 7 - 11)

Where we grow in the sport of flag football!

This intermediate class builds on the basics throwing, catching, play calling, and teamwork through play, not pressure. Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 7 - 11 • 6 - 6:55PM • $90 • Arena

FRIDAYS

Champions Baseball/Softball (Ages 10

- 14)

Where we excel in the sports of baseball and softball! This advanced rec class sharpens players’ skills and game understanding pitching, hitting, fielding, and strategy through play, not pressure. Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 10 - 14 • 7 - 7:55PM • $90 • Arena Annex

Champions Flag Football (Ages 10

- 14)

Where we excel in the sport of flag football!

This advanced rec class sharpens skills—throwing, catching, play calling, and teamwork through play, not pressure. Everyone participates, everyone improves!

Ages 10 - 14 • 7 - 7:55PM • $90 • Arena

SATURDAYS

Bite Sized Sports (Ages 3 - 4)

Where we introduce the basics of multiple sports!

This playful class, taught by Tyler Davis, helps young athletes (ages 3–4) build coordination, confidence, and curiosity through fun games and sport-themed activities with a parent or guardian participating alongside Everyone moves, everyone smiles!

Ages 3 - 4 • 9 - 9:55PM • $90 • Arena

Ages 3 - 4 • 10 - 10:55PM • $90 • Arena