School of Academic Skills, Mentoring & Intervention
Bright SKIES Academy (3-day): Ages 3-4 yrs., $75/per month, Mon/Wed/Fri, 9:00-10:30 am, Child
Development Home, 5955B Parker Lane. Children learn basic academic skills such as pre-reading/pre-writing, pre-math, in addition to recognizing letters, their names and the names of simple
items using labels in a warm, fun-filled environment. Children make arts & craft projects and are
introduced to Leveled Reader books which parents can read to them at home. Child must be fully
potty trained and 3 yrs. old at the time of enrollment.
School of Life Skills, Citizenship & Leadership
Babysitter Certification: Ages 12-18, Free of charge, Mon & Tues, 9th & 10th Jan, 4:30pm – 6:30
pm, SKIES bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd. Training includes leadership development, safety, safe play for
different ages and stages, basic hygiene, infant care, and how to respond to an emergency. Youth
must complete all class requirements and pass the CPR/First Aid exams. Children are advised to bring a
lunch or snack. 12 year olds will be admitted on a space available basis, but will not be placed on the
referral list until they turn 13.
School of Arts, Recreation & Leisure
Piano (Private lessons): Ages 5-18 yrs., $60/per month, for 4, ½ hour sessions Middle School Teen
center 5975 Chesnut Rd. (Please see Webtrac for times & days of availability) Whether your child is a
beginner or experienced Pianist, private lessons will help them on their musical journey. This class
will definitely motivate your child to learn in a fun, pleasant environment. Students participate in the
SKIESUnlimited Annual Performing Arts Recital.
ImAlone Training: Grades 5th-8th, Free of charge, Wed, 11th Jan, 4:30pm-5:30pm, SKIES Bldg.
6100 Chesnut Rd. This class increases your child’s personal safety skills; teaches “responsibility” and
other positive character traits; teaches them to recognize and handle emergencies; identifies a family
& friends support system. Teaches how to prepare nutritious snacks; and how to practice good
decision-making.
Ballet/ Tap 1: Ages 3-4 yrs., $45/per month, Tues 3:15-4:00, SKIES Bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd. Beginner
Ballet-Tap 1 is a perfect combination class, the class is divided with 20 minutes of tap, and 25 minutes
of ballet. Since ballet is the basis for all dance technique, the combination of tap and ballet work
hand in hand. The technical training is taught through ballet, which in turn helps teach the proper
shifting of weight and patterns in movement for tap. Girls should be dressed in a pink leotard, pink
tights, pink ballet slippers and black tap shoes. Boys should be dressed in a white t-shirt, black pants
or shorts, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes. Long hair should be pulled away from the face.
Ballet/ Tap 2: Ages 4-10 yrs., $45/per month, Tues 4:15-5:00, SKIES Bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd.
Beginner Ballet-Tap 2 is a perfect combination class, the class is divided with 20 minutes of tap, and
25 minutes of ballet. Since ballet is the basis for all dance technique, the combination of tap and
ballet work hand in hand. The technical training is taught through ballet, which in turn helps teach
the proper shifting of weight and patterns in movement for tap. Girls should be dressed in a pink
leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and black tap shoes. Boys should be dressed in a white
t-shirt, black pants or shorts, black ballet shoes and black tap shoes. Long hair should be pulled away
from the face.
Hip-Hop (Dance Combo): Ages 4-6, $45/per month, Tues 5:15-6:00 SKIES Bldg. 6100, Hip-Hop is
the most contemporary dance form, and is a very fast paced, athletic dance style. The combinations
taught in this class are age appropriate (G-rated).This class develops the strength, flexibility, rhythm,
leaps, turns, balance, and safe body mechanics to dance confidently in a social atmosphere. This style
of dance is known for fast, athletic movements and body isolations, unlike the fluid movement of
ballet. Hip-Hop is extremely popular, and can be seen in commercials, music videos and concerts.
Girls should be dressed in black Capri length stretch pants and tennis shoes. Boys should be dressed in
something that does not restrict movement, and tennis shoes. No skirts or blue jeans, please. Long
hair should be pulled away from the face.
Winter 2017
January - April
Registration and Enrollment
SKIESUnlimited classes are open to dependents of Active Duty Military, National Guard, Reserve, DoD
Civilians, employees of Department of Defense Contractors working on Fort Jackson and Retirees.
Children/youth must first be registered with Child, Youth and School Services to enroll in a SKIESUnlimited class. Please contact Parent Central at (803) 751-4865/4824 for assistance in registering for
CYS and enrolling in a SKIESUnlimited class. Once registered, sign up may be handled on line at:
https://webtrac.mwr.army.mil/webtrac/Jacksoncyms.html
Transportation
If your child/youth is enrolled in a CYS full day or extended hours program, or Middle School Teen
programs, and you cannot transport them to the class you are interested in having them attend due to
your work hours, please complete a Transportation Authorization form prior to signing up and submit
to Parent Central, If transportation can be arranged, you will be contacted to sign up for the class.
Please contact Parent Central at 751-4865/4824 for a transportation form or download it from the
SKIESUnlimited webpage (www.fortjacksonmwr.com/skies).
Class Waiting Lists
When new classes are added, a wait list is maintained until the minimum enrollment is reached.
Parents are notified when enough children/youth have signed up to start the class. Fees may be
prorated, if applicable.
Not sure if this class is for your child?
All classes may be previewed by the parent and child participation is allowed, with the exception of
swimming classes. A new student considering enrollment in any classes may participate in one class
at no cost.
Fee Policy
Fees are due at the time of enrollment for classes with a limited time frame. For on-going classes, the
first month’s fee is due at the time of enrollment. Billing will be set up to bill your household no later
than the 25th of the month and fees must be paid by the last working day of the month, for the
following month. Billing will continue indefinitely unless you submit a written withdrawal notice.
Withdrawal notices should to be turned in two weeks in advance of last day of attendance if possible.
Check out our webpage at
www.fortjacksonmwr.com/skies
School of Sports, Health & Fitness
Lil Kickers I: Ages 3-5 yrs., $35/per month, Fri 4:15-5:00 pm, SKIES bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd, Children
learn respect, increased concentration skills and increased confidence and self-discipline. Our faculty
enforces good rules of behavior in class and expects the same good behavior at home.
Karate, Beginner: Ages 6-18 yrs., $50/per month, Mon, 4:15-5:00 pm and Fri, 5:15-6:15 pm, SKIES
bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd, .Students learn rules of good behavior in class and should practice the same
good behavior at home and in school. Children can compete in competitions once the appropriate
level of expertise is reached. Classes are held 2 days/week.
School of Sports, Health & Fitness continued
Gymnastics 1: Basic Beginner Gymnastics, Ages 5-18 yrs., $45.00/per month, Wed, 4:00-5:00 pm,
SKIES bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd, Children learn basic gymnastics skills, body positions, balance beam,
vault and uneven bars. All of the gymnastics skills learned in these levels are the foundation and
building blocks needed for a great gymnast. Children learn coordination, stretching, strengthen and
balance in a fun environment while improving their gymnastics skills.
Gymnastics 2: Basic Beginner Gymnastics, Ages 5-18 yrs., $45/per month, Thurs., 3:00-4:00pm,
SKIES bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd, Children learn basic gymnastics skills, body positions, balance beam,
vault and uneven bars. All of the gymnastics skills learned in these levels are the foundation and
building blocks needed for a great gymnast. Children learn coordination, stretching, strengthen and
balance in a fun environment while improving their gymnastics skills.
Gymnastics 3: Advanced Gymnastics, Ages 9-18 yrs., $45/per month, Thurs., 4:00-5:00 pm. SKIES
bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd,. Students learn to focus on core conditioning, muscle control while learning
higher level skills and combining basic skills to create routines. Children work at their own pace.
Ages 8 and up are preferred in the class. Must have instructor approval to be in this class.
Gymnastics 4: Basic Beginner Gymnastics, Ages 9-18 yrs., $45/per month, Thurs., 5:00-6:00 pm,
SKIES bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd, .Students learn to focus on core conditioning, muscle control and basic
skills mastery while building confidence and coordination. Children work at their own pace and refine
their gymnastics skills.
Brazilian Jujitsu, Beginner: Ages 6-18 yrs., $40/per month, Mon, 6:15-700 pm, SKIES bldg. 6100
Chesnut Rd, Children love to grapple; it is a natural activity for them and useful for developing greater
confidence and assertiveness in a fun way. Since children’s bodies are still developing, techniques
involving joint-locks and chokes are not taught.
*Uniforms are required for all martial arts classes and may be purchased from the instructor for an
additional fee.
Tumble Tots I, (Parent & Child): Ages 18 mon-3 yrs., $25/per month, Wed 5:15-5:45pm, SKIES
bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd, Parent & child work together in this fun-paced class to build basic motor skills,
coordination & balance. Age appropriate equipment is used to promote confidence and fun. Child
must be able to walk.
Tumble Tots II, (Parent & Child): Ages 18 mon-3 yrs., $25/per month, Thurs., 1100-11:30am, SKIES
bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd, Parent & child work together in this fun-paced class to build basic motor
skills, coordination & balance. Age appropriate equipment is used to promote confidence and fun.
Child must be able to walk.
Tumble Bugs: Ages 3-5 yrs., $40/per month, Wed, 3:15-4:00 pm, SKIES bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd,
Gym. Children learn basic tumbling skills and develop coordination through a tumbling obstacle
course, an air trac trampoline, tumble trac and other gymnastics equipment.
Tumble Kids Gymnastics 2: Ages 2 yrs., $25/per month, Wed, 8:45-9:15, Scales CDC, Bldg. 4581,
Scales Ave, and Children learn basic tumbling skills and develop coordination through tumbling
obstacle courses. Children work at their own pace in a fun filled environment. Children must be
attending SCALES Child Development Center.
School of Sports, Health & Fitness continued
Swimming, Parent & Child: Ages 6 mos-6 yrs., $25/per session, 3296 Magruder Ave (Knight Pool).
This class builds basic water safety skills for both parents and children, helping infants and young
children ages 6 months to about 6 years become comfortable in the water so they are willing and
ready to learn to swim. Swimming diapers are required for children that are not potty-trained.
Session 1: 6-16 Feb, Mon-Thur –Class times, 6:00-6:45 pm
Session 2: 6-16 Mar, Mon- Thur - Class times, 6:00-6:45pm
Session 3: 13-17 Apr, Mon- Thur - Class times, 6:00-6:45pm
Swimming, Beginner: Ages 6-18 yrs., $40/per session, 3296 Magruder Ave (Knight Pool). Based on
a logical, six-level progression that helps swimmers of all ages and varying abilities develop their
swimming and water safety skills. It is designed to give participants a positive learning experience.
Session 1: 6-16 Feb, Mon-Thur –Class times, 5:15-6:00 pm
Session 2: 6-16 Mar, Mon- Thur - Class times, 5:15-6:00pm
Session 3: 13-17 Apr, Mon- Thur - Class times, 5:15-6:00pm
Swimming, Intermediate: Ages 6-18 yrs., $40/per session, 3296 Magruder Ave (Knight Pool).
Based on a logical, six-level progression that helps swimmers of all ages and varying abilities develop
their swimming and water safety skills. It is designed to give participants a positive learning
experience.
Session 1: 6-16 Feb, Mon-Thur –Class times, 4:30-5:15 pm
Session 2: 6-16 Mar, Mon- Thur - Class times, 4:30-5:15pm
Session 3: 13-17 Apr, Mon- Thur - Class times, 4:30 -5:15pm
Tumble Kids Gymnastics 3: Ages 3 yrs., $25/per month, Thur, 9:30-10:00am, Scales CDC, Bldg.
4581, Scales Ave, Children learn basic tumbling skills and develop coordination through tumbling
obstacle courses. Children work at their own pace in a fun filled environment. Children must be
attending SCALES Child Development Center.
Tumble Kids Gymnastics 4: Ages 4 yrs., $25/per month, Thur, 10:15-10:45am, Scales CDC, Bldg.
4581, Scales Ave, Children learn basic tumbling skills and develop coordination through tumbling
obstacle courses. Children work at their own pace in a fun filled environment. Children must be
attending SCALES Child Development Center.
Tennis, Beginner: Ages 5-18 yrs., $50/per month, Sat. 9:00-10:00, Semmes Road Tennis Courts (next
to the Officer’s Club). Tennis is not only great exercise; it’s also a great social activity. Tennis isn’t the
easiest sport for young children to learn, but if you start kids right, they’re likely to be lifelong players.
The key, not surprisingly, is to make sure they’re having fun by ensuring they experience success.
Wheelchair tennis classes also available upon request. Classes are ongoing year-round. Student must
bring a water bottle with water only, and a towel.
First Tee Golf: Ages 5-18 yrs., Free, Fort Jackson Golf Course, .Semmes Road. Equipment is provided
by First Tee for the lessons. Classes are cancelled in inclement weather.
Session 1: April, 5th – 26th Mon & Wed, class times, 4:00 –5:30 pm
For more Information on all classes visit the SKIES Bldg. 6100 Chesnut Rd. or call, 803-562-5915.