# City of Claremont Community Services, Alexander Hughes Community Center

> Martial arts class · Claremont. The City of Claremont's recreation department, based at the Alexander Hughes Community Center. It runs Camp Claremont each summer for children entering grades 1 to 6.
- Ages: 3+
- Price: From $68/session
- Sign-up: Registration open
- Address: 1700 Danbury Road, Claremont, CA 91711
- Website: https://www.claremontca.gov/Activities-Recreation/Youth-Programs/Camp-Claremont
- Phone: (909) 399-5490
- On Summerground: https://summerground.com/claremont/claremont-community-services-alexander-hughes-community-center
- City of Claremont Community Services’s other locations: [Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studio, Claremont](https://summerground.com/claremont/claremont-community-services-claremont-blvd-studio.md), [Lewis Park, Claremont](https://summerground.com/claremont/claremont-community-services-lewis-park.md), [Memorial Park, Claremont](https://summerground.com/claremont/claremont-community-services-memorial-park.md), [Pitzer College, Claremont](https://summerground.com/claremont/claremont-community-services-pitzer-college.md), [T.R.A.C.K.S. Activity Center, Claremont](https://summerground.com/claremont/claremont-community-services-tracks-activity-center.md), [Taylor Hall, Claremont](https://summerground.com/claremont/claremont-community-services.md), [Youth Activity Center, Claremont](https://summerground.com/claremont/claremont-community-services-youth-activity-center.md)

## Olympic Judo Kids (Ages 4-8)

Ages 4–8 · $178/session

Judo is a popular Olympic Sport that combines throwing and grappling techniques used in mixed martial arts, which empower a person to subdue a stronger opponent. Judo improves self-confidence while building lifelong skills for the prevention of bullying and victimization. The Head Sensei, Gary Goltz, MBA, is a successful entrepreneur and business consultant who has been practicing judo for over 6 decades.

- Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:15–6pm
- Saturdays, 9:30–10:15am
- Fall 2026: Aug 31 – Dec 19, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Financial aid or scholarships available.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21373?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Olympic Judo Kids (Ages 9-13)

Ages 9–13 · $208/session

Judo is a popular Olympic Sport that combines throwing and grappling techniques used in mixed martial arts, which empower a person to subdue a stronger opponent. Judo improves self-confidence while building lifelong skills for the prevention of bullying and victimization. The Head Sensei, Gary Goltz, MBA, is a successful entrepreneur and business consultant who has been practicing judo for over 6 decades.

- Mondays & Wednesdays, 6–7pm
- Saturdays, 10:15–11:15am
- Fall 2026: Aug 31 – Dec 19, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Financial aid or scholarships available.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21374?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Cheer Pom Prep Mini

Ages 4–6 · $127/session

Participants will practice precise arm movements, basic tumbling, jumps, kicks, stunts and beginner pom routines. *Optional performances with nominal fee $40 for uniforms.

- Fridays, 4–5pm
- Fall 2026: Sep 4 – Dec 18, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21453?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Cheer Pom Prep Junior

Ages 7–12 · $127/session

Participants will practice precise arm movements, tumbling, jumps, kicks, turns, stunts and fun pom routines. *Optional performances with nominal fee $40 for uniforms

- Fridays, 5–6pm
- Fall 2026: Sep 4 – Dec 18, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21451?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Princess Ballet

Ages 3–6 · $120/session

Instruction explores beginning ballet and gross motor skills while improving coordination, flexibility, and listening skills. Class also includes short Storytime's and a craft. Leotard, tights, and ballet shoes required. $5 craft fee due on the first day. Optional recital with nominal fee for those enrolled September-December. Parents are asked to remain on site but outside dance room during class.

- Thursdays, 3:45–4:30pm
- Fall 2026: Sep 10 – Dec 10, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21469?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Hip Hop Tumble

Ages 3–6 · $120/session

In this fun, energetic class, dancers learn beginning hip hop, jazz, and intro to tumbling skills! Class also promotes musicality, coordination, and even sports ability. Athletic attire and sneakers required. Optional recital with nominal fee for those enrolled September-December. Parents are asked to remain on site but outside dance room during class. Please read before first class: socaarts.com/policies-procedures/

- Thursdays, 4:35–5:20pm
- Fall 2026: Sep 10 – Dec 10, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21484?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Beginning K-Pop

Ages 5–9 · $120/session

Dancers learn choreography inspired by popular boy groups, girl groups, and soloists, while practicing rhythm, coordination, and stage performance skills. Athletic attire and sneakers required. Optional recital with nominal fee for those enrolled September- December. Parents are asked to remain on site but outside dance room during class. Please read before first class: socaarts.com/policies-procedures/

- Thursdays, 5:25–6:10pm
- Fall 2026: Sep 10 – Dec 10, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21482?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Young Rembrandts Basics of Elementary and Cartoon Drawing

Ages 6–12 · $111/session

Students will improve drawing skills and understanding of art concepts and vocabulary as well as create silly characters.

- Wednesdays, 5–5:55pm
- Fall 2026: Sep 30 – Nov 4, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Financial aid or scholarships available.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21301?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## "Cool"inary Cooking Club

Ages 6–13 · $110–$141/session

Through cooking, we connect lessons in history, math, science, and geography. We even sprinkle in literacy, a dash of global culture, and serve up confidence—all while expanding kids’ palates. Our recipes are 100% nut free and we accommodate ANY and ALL food allergies and sensitivities. $15 ($3.75 per class) material fee is due to instructor on first day of class.

- Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30pm
- Fall 2026: Sep 30 – Nov 18, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21486?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Preschool Ninja Acro

Ages 4–6 · $84/session

Students will climb, jump, balance, crawl, roll, and explore movement through games and imaginative challenges designed to develop strength, coordination, confidence, and listening skills.

- Fridays, 2–3pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 9 – Dec 11, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21460?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Ninja Acro

Ages 6–12 · $84/session

Students' progress through rolls, vaults, kicks, jumps, and dynamic movement sequences using obstacle courses and skill-based challenges. The class emphasizes safe progressions, proper technique, and body control while encouraging focus, discipline, creativity, and problem-solving.

- Fridays, 3–4pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 9 – Dec 11, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21456?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Preschool Acro Dance

Ages 3–5 · $84/session

Dancers learn safe acro skills, improve flexibility, and gain confidence — all while having fun through games and imagination-based activities. Our Acro classes follow the internationally recognized Acrobatic Arts curriculum, focusing on safe, progressive skill development. *No Class 10/24

- Saturdays, 10–11am
- Fall 2026: Oct 10 – Dec 19, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21449?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Acro Dance Minis

Ages 6–12 · $84/session

Students develop strength, flexibility, balance, and control while safely learning skills like bridges, rolls, handstands, and cartwheels. The class focuses on proper body alignment, coordination, and confidence in movement. *No Class 10/24

- Saturdays, 11am–12pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 10 – Dec 19, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21463?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Acro Dance Juniors

Ages 12+ · $84/session

Students develop strength, flexibility, balance, and control while safely learning skills like bridges, rolls, handstands, and cartwheels. The class focuses on proper body alignment, coordination, and confidence in movement. *No Class 10/24

- Saturdays, 12–1pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 10 – Dec 19, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21466?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## LEGO® Space Adventures

Ages 5–11 · $68/session

Students build rockets, satellites, space stations, rovers, and other space-themed models while exploring science, engineering, and technology concepts. Through hands-on building challenges, participants develop creativity, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills as they discover the wonders of space exploration in a fun and engaging STEM learning environment.

- Fridays, 4–5pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 16–23, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Financial aid or scholarships available.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21383?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## LEGO® Transportation

Ages 5–11 · $68/session

Through hands-on activities, participants learn basic engineering and STEM concepts while developing creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills in a fun and engaging environment. $10 supply fee to be handed to instructor on the first day

- Fridays, 4–5pm
- Fall 2026: Nov 6–13, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Financial aid or scholarships available.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21378?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Jazz Stars

Ages 6–12 · $127/session

This class focuses on essential jazz dance technique, performance skills and fun jazz dance jumps and tricks, all taught through exciting, age-appropriate choreography. Dancers will build confidence, strength and style while learning how to perform with personality and flair. Perfect for students who love to move, express themselves and sparkle while they dance!

- Saturdays, 1–2pm
- Fall 2026: Nov 7 – Dec 19, 2026

- Resident fee; non-residents pay more.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/claremontrecreation/activity/search/detail/21447?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Details from https://www.claremontca.gov/Activities-Recreation/Youth-Programs/Camp-Claremont, checked October 7, 2026. Confirm prices and dates with the provider before signing up.