Youth Enrichment
Spring 2026 Session
Registration Information:
March 29 – May 30
- Resident registration begins February 12
- Nonresident registration begins March 11
- Program costs may be prorated up to the midpoint of the session
- Register online, via phone, or in person at 340 Seaview Avenue, Palm Beach
Payment due at time of registration. Fees, Dates and Programs are subject to change. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian while at the Mandel Recreation Center.
PRESCHOOL & YOUTH PROGRAMS
For a faster, easier way to sign up for recreation programs, create an account and register through our DaySmart Portal!
Miss Fancy Nancy's Etiquette Program
Winter Session: January 5 – February 22 (No Class January 19 or February 9)
Spring Session: March 24 – May 5
Children will learn the basics of social and dining etiquette in a fun & creative way. This interactive program will include crafts, games, snacks, and a catered meal during the final class to demonstrate new skills.
Conversation Table Manners Attire
Consideration Greetings
Winter Schedule:
- Mondays 3:30pm-4:30pm
- ages 5-9 years
Spring Schedule:
- Tuesdays 3:30pm-4:30pm
- ages 5-9 years
- Residents: $234/6 weeks
- Nonresidents: $288/6 weeks
Miss Fancy Nancy's What's Cooking Kids?
Spring Session: March 23 – April 27
Join “What’s Cooking Kids?” for our new and exciting Spring session to prepare easy-to-assemble recipes and then taste test your culinary creations. Junior chefs will be introduced to new foods, learn cooking skills/techniques, kitchen safety & cleanliness. Games and crafts, too!
- Mondays 3:30pm-4:30pm
- ages 5-9 years
- Residents: $270/6 weeks
- Nonresidents: $330/6 weeks
Fashion Design & Sewing
Winter Session: January 19 – February 16
Spring Session: March 30 – April 27
Let’s get ready to sew!
During this 5-class series, students will create a different garment each class, ending the series with a fashion show to display their work!
All supplies and materials are included. No experience
necessary to participate. Sewing machines will be provided.
- Mondays 4:30 - 6:30pm
- ages 6 - 13 years
- Residents: $275/5 weeks
- Nonresidents: $345/5 weeks
Youth Dance Classes with 5678 Dance, Inc.!
Ballet/Tap
Winter Session: January 5 – February 26
Spring Session: March 30 – May 18
A playful introduction to ballet & tap to help build coordination, rythmn, and imagination through music and movement.
Preschool
- Mondays 10:00am- 10:55am
- Mondays 4:00pm - 4:55pm
- ages 2.5 - 5 years
- Residents: $250/8 weeks
- Nonresidents: $320/8 weeks
- PLEASE NOTE: each day/time requires separate registration
Hip-Hop
Winter Session: January 5 – February 23
Spring Session: March 30 – May 18
A fun, fast-paced class teaches hip-hop basics and choreography in a kid-friendly way. A great outlet for energy, creativity, and confidence.
Preschool
- Mondays 11:00am - 11:55am
- ages 2.5- 5 years
Youth
- Mondays 5:00pm - 5:55pm
- ages 5-9 years
- Mondays 6:00pm - 6:55pm
- ages 10+ years
- Residents: $250/8 weeks
- Nonresidents: $320/8 weeks
Intro to Gymnastics
Winter Session: January 9 – February 27
Spring Session: April 3 – May 22
The Gymnastics Revolution offers a fun, active introduction to gymnastics, focusing on movement, coordination, and confidence-building. Age-appropriate equipment and expert instruction make this the perfect start to your child’s gymnastics journey.
Small & Tall:
- Fridays 10:00 - 10:45am
- ages 1 - 3 years
Tots:
- Fridays 11:00 - 11:50am
- ages 3 - 5 years
- Residents: $304/8 weeks
- Nonresidents: $380/8 weeks
Beginner & Up
Winter Session: January 9 – February 27
Spring Session: April 3 – May 22
Gymnastics Revolution introduces kids to key skills like tumbling, balancing, and climbing in a safe, energetic setting while building strength, flexibility, and confidence using fundamental gymnastics equipment like beams, bars, and floor mats.
- Fridays 3:30 - 4:20pm
- Fridays 4:30 - 5:20pm
- ages 5 - 12 years
- Residents: $304/8 weeks
- Nonresidents: $380/8 weeks
PLEASE NOTE: each time slot requires separate registration
Spirit Cheer
Winter Session: January 10 – February 28
Spring Session: April 4 – May 23
This program combines the excitement of cheer and dance with structured physical training, giving students both the joy of performance and the discipline of athletics to help develop leadership, confidence and teamwork in a supportive environment. Students will learn dance techniques and engaging cheer routines, practice cheer movements and performance-based choreography, build a foundation in basic tumbling for coordination and agility and improve overall fitness through calisthenics and mobility exercises.
- Saturdays 10:45am - 11:30am
- ages 5-11 years
- Residents: $200/8 weeks
- Nonresidents: $256/8 weeks
Systema Martial Arts
Winter Session: January 7 – February 28
Spring Session: April 1 – May 23
Floyd Karate Institute promotes fitness, respect, socialization, an increased attention span, helps build character, and so much more.
Preschool
- Wednesdays 4:15pm - 4:45pm
- Saturdays 9:30 - 10:00am
- ages 3 - 6 years
Youth
- Wednesdays 4:15pm-4:45pm
- Saturdays 10:00 - 10:30am
- ages 7 - 12 years
- Residents: $232/8 weeks
- Nonresidents: $288/8 weeks
PLEASE NOTE: each time slot requires separate registration
Mommy and Me Palm Beach
Spring Session: April 14 – May 5
Featuring JM for KM!, Zumbini music, and crafts, babies and toddlers enjoy a creative, high-quality program. By celebrating important values and developing age-appropriate sounds and vocabulary, each participant is fully and joyfully engaged.
December 30- Grandparents Day!
- Tuesdays 9:30 - 10:15am
- ages 0 - 4 years
- Residents: $140/4 weeks
- Nonresidents: $176/4 weeks
Big Feelings Club: Confidence & Coping Skills for Kids
Spring Session: April 2 – May 21
Big Feelings Club is a fun, supportive class designed to help children understand and express their emotions in healthy ways. Kids learn tools to manage stress, build confidence, and communicate their feelings clearly.
This class is especially helpful for children experiencing changes at home or school, big emotions, or increased stress. Skills taught support emotional regulation, resilience, and self-confidence.
No prior experience required.
“A fun, supportive class helping kids build confidence and emotional skills through play, movement, and creativity.”
- Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:15pm
- ages 6 - 11 years
- Residents: $180/4 weeks
- Nonresidents: $228/4 weeks
Creative Writing
Winter Session: January 8 – February 26
Spring Session: april 2 – May 21
Unlock your imagination with our Creative Writing Course. Whether you love crafting stories, creating characters, or dreaming up magical worlds, this fun course will help you build your writing. Get ready to explore your creativity!
- Thursdays 2:15 - 3:15pm
- 3rd - 5th grade
- Residents: $176/8 weeks
- Nonresidents: $224/8 weeks
Regal Chess
Winter Session: January 22 – February 26
Spring Session: April 2 – May 7
The Regal Chess School’s certified instructors will show youth beginners through advanced students how to improve their play. Weekly activities will include casual play, chess lessons, tactical training exercises, chess notation, National Rated competition games, Chess Openings, Middlegame Strategy, Winning Endgames, Bughouse, and Fischer Random Chess. Each student will receive a chess workbook and a chess medal. All levels are welcome!
- Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30pm
- Kindergarten - 6th grade
- Residents: $150/6 weeks
- Nonresidents: $186/6 weeks
Teach, Inspire, Make a Difference!
The Mandel Recreation Center is seeking passionate, creative, inspiring and energetic instructors looking to share their skills or talents with the Palm Beach community. We offer a flexible schedule, competitive compensation, a supportive environment and a fun and rewarding atmosphere.If you are interested in bringing your class to the Mandel, please submit your program proposal to recreation@townofpalmbeach.com