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Garner After School Club
A fun after-school club at the Garner Recreation Center with dedicated homework and tutoring time plus games, art projects, and more. For registered participants enrolled at Aversboro, Creech Road, and Vandora Springs Elementary Schools, a staff member will pick up club members at the school and transport them to the Garner Recreation Center. Children enrolled at other elementary schools must be dropped off by parents or guardians at the GRC. A $ 50 registration fee secures the spot for the entire 2026-2027 school year. Fee is for the full school year; monthly cost is $ 140 residents and $ 196 / month for non-residents.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center AGE: 5-11 DATE: Monday-Friday, 8 / 24 / 2026-6 / 9 / 2027 TIME: 3:00-6:00 PM
COST: Resident $ 1,450 / school year, Non-Resident $ 1,814 / school year
Garner Kids Connection
Beat the mid-week blues with Garner Kids Connection. This drop-off program is designed for students looking to develop social connections while learning extra-curricular skills. Each day will feature a one-hour PE class and one hour of specialized instruction in a rotating subject area. Please send participants in sneakers with a refillable water bottle each day.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center AGE: 4-7 and 8-13
DATE: PE & Art – Wednesday, 9 / 9-10 / 14 / 2026 PE & STEM – Wednesday, 10 / 28-12 / 16 / 2026 PE & Board Games – Wednesday, 1 / 6-2 / 10 / 2027 PE & Visual Art – Wednesday, 2 / 24-4 / 14 / 2027
PE & Own Adventure – Wednesday, 4 / 21- 5 / 12 / 2027
TIME: 9:00-11:00 AM COST: Resident $ 60, Non-Resident $ 84
Garner Teen Night
Come hang out at the Garner Rec Center for a night of open gym, games, and good vibes.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center AGE: 13-17
DATE: Friday, 10 / 30 / 2026 Saturday, 12 / 12 / 2026 Friday, 2 / 26 / 2027 Friday, 4 / 23 / 2027
TIME: 6:00-9:00 PM COST: Resident $ 6, Non-Resident $ 8
Jazz Funk
Perfect for both beginners and experienced dancers, this upbeat class blends the expressive style of jazz with the dynamic flair of hip-hop. Dancers will build rhythm, coordination, strength, and performance confidence while learning exciting choreography that encourages personal style and stage presence. For dancers of all abilities, just starting out or ready to take their moves to the next level, this class offers something for everyone— developing both fundamental technique and musicality in a supportive environment. This class is offered through Dance Collaborative; register at dancecollab. org.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center AGE: 6-12
DATE: Tuesday, 9 / 1-10 / 13 / 2026 Tuesday, 10 / 27-12 / 8 / 2026
TIME: 4:30-5:15 PM COST: $ 120 per session
Modern / Lyrical Dance
This class blends the expressive movements of modern and lyrical dance in a creative environment for both beginners and experienced dancers. Dancers will explore artistry through movement, combining the technique of modern dance with the emotional expression of lyrical. This class focuses on strength, flexibility, control, and seamless transitions all while interpreting lyrics and bringing songs to life. No prerequisite class is required. This class is offered through Dance Collaborative; register at dancecollab. org.
LOCATION: Garner Recreation Center AGE: 8-13
DATE: Tuesday, 9 / 1 / 2026 – 10 / 13 / 2026 Tuesday, 10 / 27-12 / 8 / 2026
TIME: 5:15-6:00 PM
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