After-school Program
Program Details
Next Start Date
February 21, 2023
Grades
6 – 12
Tuition Cost
No Cost
Teen Arts is a free after-school arts program for teens in grades 6–12 living in Erie County. Classes take place in our studios at 650 East Ave in Erie and are taught by professional artists using professional equipment and materials. Students of any skill level are welcome.
Regisration Begins January 24, 2023
Classes begin February 21, 2023
Weekly Classes
Students in grades 6-12 can take classes throughout the week. Register for multiple classes or attend one-day workshops.
Sun
Monday
Grades 6-12
One Day Workshops
5-7 PM
Tuesday
Grades 6-8
6-Week Classes
5-6:30 PM
Wednesday
Grades 9-12
12-Week Classes
5-7 PM
Thursday
Grades 9-12
12-Week Classes
5-7 PM
Fri
Saturday
Grades 6-12
One Day Workshops
10 AM-NOON
What Do Classes Look Like?
4 PM
Doors Open
Hang Out With Friends
Chill with friends in the student lounge. Draw, play games, do homework, or just relax.
Eat a Hot Meal
Free hot meals are provided by the YMCA from 4:30-5:30 PM. Small snacks are also available.
Beautiful Environment
Relax in a safe beautiful space that is quiet and calm.
5-7 PM*
Art Classes
* Middle School classes run from 5-6:30 PM
Taught by Working Artists
Every instructor is a working artist. Learn from artists who are working in their field.
Small Classes Sizes
Class sizes are 8-10 students. You have lots of time to focus on your own projects and work with your instructor to get the support you need.
Professional Art Studios
Each art studio has professional equipment and tools. Learn to use what the professionals use.
Build Creative Confidence
Learn to solve problems that have no right answers and gain the confidence to share your skills with the world.
7 PM
Dismissal
Students Leave Building
All students must leave the building by 7:30 PM. ECAT does not provide transportation.
On Bus Route
ECAT Wayne building is on bus Route 21 Lawerence Park on 6th and East Ave.
Mentorship in the Arts
Teen Arts is an arts mentorship program where teens work alongside professional artists and learn the craft of thinking and working as an artist. Classes take place in our four art studios, designed for small class instruction and equipped with professional grade equipment.
Registration
If you are a student in grades 6 – 12 living in Erie County, you are eligible to attend the Teen Arts program. There is no cost to these programs.
