Aspengrove offers a wide range of after-school lessons where students can explore new interests, discover talents, and develop skills in a fun and engaging way. After school lessons are open to all families: students from Aspengrove and from the wider community are welcome.
Open to any students in Grades K–12
Classes take place right after school, on campus
Taught by experienced, specialized instructors
Opportunities to try something new or deepen existing skills
Registration Now Open
Taekwondo Lessons
Master Moy will guide you through the basics of Taekwondo, helping to develop strength, focus, discipline, and leadership skills. Whether learning self-defence, making new friends, or just having fun, this class is the perfect way to get started on your martial arts journey.
8 Week Sessions:
Students will build self-confidence while learning different kicks, punches, blocks and self-defense skills. They will learn anti-bullying strategies and increase mental and physical strength. There is a strong emphasis on life skills, such as respect, discipline, focus, integrity and perseverance. Upon completion of the sessions students will be well equipped to progress to higher levels of teachings.
Intro Sessions
Nov 24 (Ages 5–7)
Nov 25 (Ages 8–12)
Taekwondo Lessons
Mondays 3:30–4:15 (Ages 5–7)
Tuesdays 3:30–4:15 (Ages 8–12)
Lessons begin in January.
Registration Now Open
Bass Lessons
Ken Lister brings over 40 years of experience as a professional performing musician and educator. His teaching background spans private and group lessons for learners from pre-teens to seniors, including 22 years as a faculty member in the music department at Vancouver Island University. Ken has also been a yoga teacher and studio manager, and holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology. A proud father and grandfather who loves spending time in nature, Ken believes in meeting each student where they are musically—nurturing their curiosity, adapting to their individual learning style, and supporting growth at their own pace. He teaches both electric and upright acoustic bass.
Bass Lessons
Mondays between 3:30–7:30 (Grades 5–12)
Registration NOw Open
Voice Lessons
Somatic Voicework™ Lessons are structured in three parts.
First – Assessment: The instructor asks the student to sing simple patterns on various vowels in order to hear how their voice is currently functioning. This is a fact-finding process, and the student is only required to sing as they normally would, stand as they naturally stand, and breathe as they typically breathe, so the instructor can observe what presents itself.
Second – Exercises for the body and voice: Based on what is discovered during the assessment, the instructor designs specific vocal exercises aimed at stabilizing, strengthening, and balancing the aspects of the voice that need support. Posture and breathing are also addressed through simple movements. All exercises are tailored to the individual needs of the student and form the basis of their “homework.”
Third – Repertoire: Students may come with songs they wish to sing, and this is encouraged. The instructor may also suggest repertoire that suits the student’s vocal range and aligns with their current skill level.
Voice Lessons
Fridays between 1:30–6:00 (Grades 7–12)
Registration Coming soon
Mandarin Lessons
We are excited to offer after school Mandarin lessons at Aspengrove, taught by Ms. Jody Lin. This step-by-step program is open to Junior through Senior School students who are interested in learning a new language and exploring Chinese culture.
Students will build skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with a curriculum designed to support all levels:
- Beginner: Pinyin, tones, and basic expressions (150–200 characters).
- Intermediate: Grammar, situational dialogues, and cultural learning (500 characters).
- Advanced: Complex sentence structures, writing practice, and traditional culture.
Through this program, students will gain the confidence to communicate in Mandarin while deepening their cultural understanding.
Mandarin for Beginners
Tuesdays 3:30–4:30 (K–12)
Mandarin Intermediate/Advanced
Thursdays 3:30–4:30 (K–12)
Registration Coming in March
Math Lessons
While Mathematicians describe Math as playful, beautiful and creative, some students find a math class a stressful one.
In these after School Math tutorials, Mrs. Yacoub will be providing individualized instruction, reinforcing classroom learning, helping students grasp complex material by breaking down concepts, and encouraging independent inquiry.
Math classes will be opened to students from grade 6 to grade 12 as follows:
Tuesdays: 3:30 – 5:30
Thursdays: 3:30 – 5:30
The class duration is 1 hour per student.