Fridays from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Designed for small groups of 4-8, players will work closely with Shak’s World ELITE coaches to develop specific key skills. Small groups to under 8 players to ensure players are receiving the appropriate attention to detail, with the benefit of competing against others, and meeting Covid-19 safety protocols. Accessible via Zoom due to Covid.
Register NowFridays from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Designed for small groups of 4-8, players will work closely with Shak’s World ELITE coaches to develop specific key skills. Small groups to under 8 players to ensure players are receiving the appropriate attention to detail, with the benefit of competing against others, and meeting Covid-19 safety protocols. Accessible via Zoom due to Covid.
Register NowMonday & Wednesday
Session 1: 5:00 - 6:00
Session 2: 6:00 - 7:00
Prepare for Impact is a program within Shak’s World that will offer the youth a safe space to identify the kind of influence they have, the ways in which they can utilize this influence and a proper plan to introduce their form of influence to the world. This program will offer the youth of our community the opportunity to develop their social skills, on and off social platforms while creating brands and potential business with its core purpose to the growth and development communities near or afar. Prepare for Impact is here for youth who are interested in creating initiatives dear to them that will serve to tackle problems in their communities. This program is geared towards youth between the ages 14-17 years old.
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For youth ages 12 - 17 can participate in drop in chess games once a week for one hour. Every four weeks we will host a chest tournament.
Wednesdays from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Introduction to Ukulele where new musicians can learn basic chords, terminology and techniques. One on one instruction as well as performance opportunities. A participant will have access to sheet music and instructional hand outs each week that they can bring home for practice between classes. Having your own Ukulele is recommended but not expected we have a limited number on hand. This program is best suited for children ages 6 and up. There is a limit of 10 participants allowed each week.
Available via Zoom & In-Person
Fridays from 4:00 - 5:00 pm
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Ages 7-17 are welcome to come to our weekly book club meetings. We will be dividing up the groups based on age. The first week we will pick a book and over the course of the next month, we will have weekly book club meetings to discuss our likes and dislikes of the book. Each participant will have a chance to pick a book each month.
Mondays & Thursdays
From 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
“Art Nation Drop in” is a program within Shak’s World that offers a safe space for youth to explore their creativity through different art mediums, or simply a space to hang out amongst their peers.Our art drop in classes are a part of our mentorship programming, youth will have a chance to come hang out, talk if needed, ask questions, participate in art within a small group setting. Our art room is designed to inspire and ignite your creativity allowing you to be yourself and gain confidence through the artwork you create. This program is drop-in based, with Covid protocols in place such as capacity limits, parents or youth are encouraged to sign up online 2 hours upon arrival. Our drop in program can hold small groups up to 6 youth, we will also be offering our art drop in online as well. We will be sharing a zoom link via email, which youth or families are required to provide once sign-up is complete. Our art room is equipped with paint supplies, aprons, tables and chairs, as well as canvases and paint brushes. Our painting tools, tables and chairs are frequently sanitized.
Sundays & Thursdays
From 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join us via Zoom two days a week to discuss and answer any questions surrounding mental health. Child and Youth workers and Social workers are ready and willingly available to answer any questions that have been laying heavy on your mind or heart. This is a safe and inclusive environment free of judgement and criticism, and offers a space for youth to feel comfortable enough to share their feelings. This program is designed to be fun and creative, provide a different approach on mental health and how that may look for others. This program will help bring the community together, by being open and communicating topics that surround mental health. Twice a week a zoom link will be provided where you can join and we will play Q&A games to open up the discussion about mental health. We can also read stories, share experiences,discuss action plans and spread education and awareness in an open discussion.
Wednesdays from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Art Nation 7 week program consists of different art mediums, techniques and skills to enhance your artistic interests and abilities. This program is for the creative youth who love to inspire and be inspired. Our Art program is broken down into 7 weeks that include different subjects such as intro to art, sculpturing, graphic design, watercolour, abstract, self portraits and much more. This program will be available for three separate age groups which includes 7-10, 11-13 and 14-17 years old. Come explore your creative flare here at Shak’s World!
Register NowEvery Other Saturday From 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The paint and sip nights are facilitated by Samantha from Art Nation Studios. Samantha is also our Child and Youth worker and art teacher here at Shak's World. The paint and sip events subsidize all of the art programs at Shaks World, the profits made go towards purchasing art supplies such as paint, canvases, paint brushes, easels etc. it also covers the cost of running and facilitating the art programs at Shak's World. The mission is to inspire change and growth within our community through creativity, unity and opportunities. Bringing people together who have a passion for helping youth, and a love for art. Ages 19 +
Tuesday's from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
To connect the mind, body and soul through yoga and meditation for youth of all ages. To allow them to learn and understand the power of being still, living in the moment and self care.
Available In-Person or via Zoom
Friday's From 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Youth ages 8 - 13 can experience both indoor and outdoor activities pertaining to our environment and nature.
Wednesdays From 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Socacize is a mix of Socacize fitness and a creative blend of authentic Caribbean and African dance techniques, in harmony with effective fitness moves, resulting in a unique, non judgmental and exhilarating dance fitness program. To empower every reveler to positively impact their mental, social and physical being through the F.L.A.U.N.T lifestyle. Flaunt stands for Feel good | Look good | Attitude | Unleash | Nice up yourself | Take time for You. Geared for youth of all ages, sessions will be taking place both in-person and via zoom.
Tuesday's from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Our poetry slam program is a safe space for youth or adults to come together and share their poetry, or read their favourite poem. Join us once a week via Zoom and let your creativity shine. Each week we will have a special theme or guest.
"Poetry is the rhythmical creation of beauty in words"- Edgar Allan Poe