In the magical land of Massachusetts, lovingly nicknamed MA by its inhabitants, there exist a special group of kids. These are not your ordinary run-of-the-mill children, oh no! They are part of an elite group known as the 'Icy Glide Tribe'. As the mornings dawn, they strap on their shimmering skates, their eyes gleaming with excitement, readying themselves for a day of graceful twirls and thrilling leaps on the glistening icy arenas. Leading this tribe is Captain Frosty Toes, a cool imaginary character with a bushy snow-white mustache, who wears an enchanted top hat that never falls off, even when he's spinning like a tornado. He is a veteran ice skater, a legend in the world of ice skating, who has performed quadruple axels even in his sleep. As wobbly as a jelly on land, Captain Frosty Toes becomes as graceful as a swan the moment he steps on ice. The kids of MA love him dearly, for he is not just a mentor but a jolly playmate who knows the best ice skating tricks and the funniest ice jokes. "Why don't mountains get cold in winter?" he'd ask with a twinkle in his eyes. Before any kid could answer, he'd burst into laughter saying "Because they wear snow caps!" Captain Frosty Toes and his 'Icy Glide Tribe' of young skaters, filled with laughter, adventure, and bruised bottoms, skate their way into the heart of Massachusetts, painting a picture of joy and unity that even the grumpiest of snowmen couldn’t resist smiling at.
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
The Brookline Park and Recreation Commission works diligently to bring the best recreational programming to the town. Our mission is to provide a wide variety of year-round activities that are both indoor and outdoor for children and adults of all ages. With the goal of delivering culturally, socially, mentally and physically-based activities, the Commission is committed to ensuring that the programs are presented in well-maintained parks and facilities. At the same time, we strive to make our services cost-effective and available to everyone in the community. We place a high priority on safety and quality, while extending full access to all individuals with special needs. We hope to provide an enjoyable and memorable experience for everyone who takes part in our programming.