Explorium: Homeschool Enrichment Edition

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program overview

This is a mixed-age experience where kids learn together, with intentional breakout groups throughout the day-typically ages 5-7 and 8-12, to support connection and development.

This program is created by G.E.M. Class and hosted at:
 
📍 Dripping Springs Sports Club
15113 Fitzhugh Road Suite 1400, Austin, TX 78736
Corner of Fitzhugh Rd & Trautwein Rd

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WHAT WE DO:

  • Movement games (teamwork, coordination, strategy)

  • Logic challenges (problem-solving, critical thinking)

  • Real-world skills (communication, leadership, teamwork)

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Guest Facilitators

Community members share their “superpowers” (ex: artists, entrepreneurs, drone pilots, strategy/game experts).
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Built with Kids

Learners help shape each month’s activities, so every month is different and driven by their interests.
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Special Focus

Through including ages 11-12, it will help build and shape our upcoming teen enrichment experience.

GUEST FACILITATORS

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    Brent

    A lifelong learner at heart, Brent brings a passion for growth shaped by years of studying strategy games like chess, creative writing, strength sports, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Across every discipline, the same core habits rise to the top: patience, resilience, and deliberate practice. His sessions meet students where they are while gently challenging them to think deeper, plan smarter, and stay steady when things get tough. Through logic and strategy-based games, students build focus, flexible thinking, and confidence, discovering that real growth comes from patience and intentional effort.

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    Sister Stitches

    We’re excited to welcome Sister Stitches, two homeschooled sister entrepreneurs bringing the art of crocheting to EXPLORIUM! For the past three years, they’ve been sharing their craft in community spaces, demonstrating how fiber arts nurture focus, calm, creativity, and meaningful connection.

  • Phoebe

    Phoebe is a creative and energetic young maker who loves bringing imagination to life through hands-on crafts. With a natural passion for storytelling and design, she creates fun, expressive hand puppets that inspire creativity in both kids and adults.

    Phoebe will guide learners step-by-step in designing and creating their very own paper dragon hand puppet-each one full of personality, creativity, and flair.

    Get ready to imagine, create, and bring your dragon to life.

  • Jen Joy

    Jenifer Joy is an international performer and world-traveled educator bringing yo-yo + STEAM to EXPLORIUM through high-energy, movement-based experiences. After touring across the U.S. performing for hundreds of kids each week, she now blends creativity, coordination, and problem-solving into hands-on learning that truly sticks.

    With a passion for connection and embodied learning, Jenifer helps kids build confidence, focus, and a sense of joy through movement.

    This is JOY in Motion.

program schedule

Full Day Only: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

10:00 - 10:15 AM

Drop-Off + Regulated Open-Play

10:15-11:00 AM

Small Group: Enrichment Block 1

11:00-11:30

Lunch from home + Regulated Open-Play

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Small Group: Enrichment Block 2

12:00 - 12:45 PM

Enrichment Block 3

12:50 - 1:00 PM

Brain Break/Snack Break

1:00 - 1:45 PM

Enrichment Block 4

1:45 - 2:00 PM

Wrap-Up/Regulated Open-Play/Pick-up

Enrollment Priority

1. Monthly Commitment Families

2. Returning G.E.M. CLASS / Explorium Families

3. Drop-In Families (space available only)

4. New Families

Drop-off or Stay

This is a monthly (4-week) drop-off program.

Drop-ins are limited and do not reflect the full experience. Guardians may wait onsite if preferred (typically in designated areas), but are asked not to interrupt sessions once they begin.

Waivers

Participation waivers are required prior to attendance.

Explorium runs in seasonal sessions:

• Spring: April-May

• Summer: Limited offerings

• Fall: September-November

• Winter: February-March

what our participants say

“Wow! I am so glad we could join the fun today! We really had a lot of fun! Kisha did a fantastic job with each child in the class.”

— K.C.

“My kiddo keeps us on time for your class every week. She checks her watch and reminds me. She loves it so much!”

— L.C.

If this mission speaks to you, please consider donating to our fund for Explorium through our foundation.

Every dollar helps us say “yes” to another child, another experience, another opportunity.

  • Donate if you’re able

  • Share with someone who believes in kids and community

  • Be part of something meaningful

pricing & registration window

$205/month

All materials, guest experiences, and instruction included

(no additional supply fees)

* Includes 4 classes in the month 10am-2pm

*Registration closes 48 hours before the start of the new session

*$185 sibling rate

$85/day 10AM-2PM

All materials, guest experiences, and instruction included

(no additional supply fees)

Drop-In (Space Available Only)

*New families may attend the first day of that session/month only, then continue for the month at a prorated rate (space permitting)

*No sibling discount for drop-ins

$30 DROP-IN THURSDAYS AGES 4-7

10AM-12PM

(no additional supply fees)

Now offering in may

PRE-APPROVAL REQUIRED

*Text “DROPIN” to 301-507-2811 to ask questions and inquire about availability

Faqs

Text “EXPLORE” to (301) 507-2811 if you have any more questions!

  • A drop-off homeschool enrichment program (10 AM-2 PM) with movement, creativity, and real-world learning.

    ✨ Themes are learner-inspired and evolve from the interests, ideas, and curiosity shared during the previous session-giving children a meaningful voice in their learning experience.

    May Theme:

    🐉 Thursdays: Strategy • Imagination • Design

    * Chess & strategy fundamentals

    * Dragon Puppet Creation & Imaginative Play (led by young entrepreneurs)

    * Team-building activities

    * Health & nutrition connections

    * Modeling with soft, reusable clay (non-drying)

    * Yo-yo skills with STEM connections

  • Dripping Springs Sports Club

    (12,000 sq ft indoor space + upstairs mezzanine for parents who stay)

  • 5-12 (mixed age)

    • Small groups: 5-7 & 8-12

    • 11-12 help design our teen program (launching in August)

  •  2 adults / max 12 kids

    ✔️ Background checks on file

    • Lunch, snacks, water

    • Closed-toe shoes + comfy clothes

  • Movement games • Creative projects • Logic challenges • Guest facilitators • Team building

    • New families: First start day of each new session (if space allows). A session is every four weeks (monthly)

    • Returning families: flexible drop-in dates (if space allows)

    🚫 Walk-ins not available

  • Kisha Brown is a licensed educator, homeschool mom, and the founder of G.E.M. CLASS.

  • Make-ups may be scheduled within the same month only (space permitting).

    No rollovers.

  • Spots are limited.

    Once full, families will be placed on a waitlist and notified if space opens.

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