AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES & SPORTS
As part of FernLeaf's rich learning environment, we offer a variety of after-school activities and sports taught by the FernLeaf team or outside organizations with additional expertise. These offerings change throughout the year and may remain available after the initial enrollment period. Please contact the instructor for availablity. The programs shown below are for our most recent session.
Lower school includes students in grades K-4, while upper school includes students in grades 5-12. Use the links below to jump directly to a grade-level section or a specific activity or sport.
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LOWER SCHOOL OFFERINGS
PLEASE PLAN TO PICK YOUR STUDENT UP AT THE TIME SHOWN FROM
THE CREEK CAMPUS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
AMOS
Wednesdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: K - 2nd
8/19/26 - 10/21/26
• Child-led, play-based science club focused on exploration and discovery.
• Collaborate with scientists through hands-on learning experiences.
• Explore science through tinkering, experiments, the arts and more (STEAM).
• Encourage creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving.
• Learn through collaboration, discovery, and fun STEAM club activities.
AMOS
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3rd - 4th grades
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• Child-led, play-based science club focused on exploration and discovery.
• Collaborate with scientists through hands-on learning experiences.
• Explore science through tinkering, experiments, the arts and more (STEAM).
• Encourage creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving.
• Learn through collaboration, discovery, and fun STEAM club activities.
Bricks are for Kids LEGO Club
Wednesdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: K - 2nd
8/19/26 - 10/21/26
• Open to Kindergarten–2nd grade LEGO builders.
• Explore exciting weekly LEGO challenges and creative building themes.
• Enjoy fun games and plenty of free-build time.
• Develop problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Strengthen critical thinking and fine motor skills through hands-on play.
• Build creativity, confidence, and friendships in a collaborative environment.
• Snap, stack, build, and think big—one brick at a time.
Ceramics
Wednesdays
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
2nd - 4th Grades
TBD
• Learn the basics of ceramics using FernLeaf's kiln.
• Explore clay, shaping techniques, and ceramic tools.
• Create 10 unique ceramic projects throughout the class.
• All tools, clay, and glazes are included.
• No need to bring materials—just come ready to create!
Collage Collective
Wednesdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: 1st - 3rd
8/19/26 - 10/21/26
• Express creativity through fun, hands-on collage projects.
• Create artwork inspired by weekly themes and prompts.
• Explore imagination and self-expression in an open-ended, supportive environment.
• Share ideas through crafting, writing, discussion, and reflection.
• Build a take-home collection of original creations throughout the session.
• Discover new ideas and creative techniques each week.
• Encourage confidence, creativity, and meaningful self-expression.
Dance K-1
Thursdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
K - 1st Grades
8/20/26 - 10/22/26
• Explore an energetic, play-based approach to dance and movement.
• Build coordination, rhythm, and self-expression.
• Develop flexibility and strength through imaginative, creative movement.
• Gain confidence while learning and exploring dance.
• End the session with a small, informal performance for family and loved ones.
Dance 2nd-4th
Fridays
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Grades: 2nd - 4th
8/21/26 - 10/23/26
• Explore a variety of dance styles, including ballet, jazz, contemporary, musical theatre, and modern dance.
• Build coordination, rhythm, and self-expression.
• Develop flexibility and strength through imaginative, creative movement.
• Grow confidence while learning multiple dance forms.
• End the session with a small, informal performance for family and loved ones.
Dungeons & Dragons
Club
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3rd - 4th Grades
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• Embark on exciting weekly Dungeons & Dragons adventures.
• Build teamwork through collaborative storytelling.
• Develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Spark creativity and imagination in every session.
• Welcome players of all experience levels—from beginners to seasoned adventurers.
• Join a fun, inclusive community of fellow explorers.
• Roll dice, complete epic quests, and create unforgettable stories together.
Garden Club
Wednesdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: K - 4th
8/19/26 - 10/21/26
TBD
Gingerbread Club
Tuesdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
K - 4th grades
8/18/26 - 10/20/26
• Creative, hands-on after-school club focused on art, engineering, and design.
• Collaborate to design and build an original gingerbread creation.
• Prepare an entry for the National Gingerbread House Competition at the Grove Park Inn.
• Develop teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, and design-thinking skills.
• Learn to plan, construct, and follow official competition guidelines.
• Build perseverance while having fun creating together.
K-1 Gymnastics @ OSEGA
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: K - 1st
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• OSEGA offers three unique programs: gymnastics, ninja warrior obstacle training, and outdoor obstacle course racing.
• Build confidence, strength, and resilience through movement and skill development.
• Classes are taught by OSEGA staff.
• Students will be transported to OSEGA's facility on a FernLeaf bus.
• Students must be picked up at OSEGA after class.
• OSEGA is located 2.5 miles from FernLeaf's Wilderness Campus.
2-4 Gymnastics @ OSEGA
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
2nd - 4th Grades
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• OSEGA offers three unique programs: gymnastics, ninja warrior obstacle training, and outdoor obstacle course racing.
• Build confidence, strength, and resilience through movement and skill development.
• Classes are taught by OSEGA staff.
• Students will be transported to OSEGA's facility on a FernLeaf bus.
• Students must be picked up at OSEGA after class.
• OSEGA is located 2.5 miles from FernLeaf's Wilderness Campus.
How Things Work Club
Thursdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: 3rd - 5th
8/20/26 - 10/22/26
• Explore physics, mechanics, and chemistry through hands-on activities.
• Learn how everyday objects work by taking them apart with simple tools.
• Discover the inner workings of machines and devices.
• Design and build simple machines such as catapults, balloon-powered cars, and gravity ramps.
• Experiment with fun kitchen chemistry activities.
• Encourage curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving through STEM exploration.
Nature Art K-1
Tuesdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
K - 1st Grades
8/18/26 - 10/20/26
• Explore the outdoors through creative, hands-on nature art projects.
• Develop fine motor skills through purposeful play.
• Inspire curiosity, learning, and environmental stewardship through place-based experiences.
• Create tactile crafts using natural materials.
• Make fun projects such as nature wands, bird feeder clips, and sun-powered prints.
• Encourage creativity, exploration, and a deeper connection with nature.
Nature Art 2-4
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: 2nd - 4th
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• Explore the outdoors through creative, hands-on nature art projects.
• Develop fine motor skills through purposeful play.
• Inspire curiosity, learning, and environmental stewardship through place-based experiences.
• Create tactile crafts using natural materials.
• Make fun projects such as nature wands, bird feeder clips, and sun-powered prints.
• Encourage creativity, exploration, and a deeper connection with nature.
Nature Explorers Club
Tuesdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
3rd - 4th grades
8/18/26 - 10/20/26
• Explore the fields, riparian forests, and creeks of the Creek Campus.
• Discover fascinating plants, animals, and local ecosystems.
• Enjoy outdoor adventures with friends through guided hikes.
• Participate in fun activities, games, and hands-on nature exploration.
• Build a deeper appreciation for nature and the environment.
• Contact Ryan Lubbers with any questions.
Ninja @ OSEGA
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15PM
Grades: K - 1st
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• OSEGA offers three unique programs: gymnastics, ninja warrior obstacle training, and outdoor obstacle course racing.
• Build confidence, strength, and resilience through movement and skill development.
• Classes are taught by OSEGA staff.
• Students will be transported to OSEGA's facility on a FernLeaf bus.
• Students must be picked up at OSEGA after class.
• OSEGA is located 2.5 miles from FernLeaf's Wilderness Campus.
Obstacle Course
@ OSEGA
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
2nd - 4th Grades
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• OSEGA offers three unique programs: gymnastics, ninja warrior obstacle training, and outdoor obstacle course racing.
• Build confidence, strength, and resilience through movement and skill development.
• Classes are taught by OSEGA staff.
• Students will be transported to OSEGA's facility on a FernLeaf bus.
• Students must be picked up at OSEGA after class.
• OSEGA is located 2.5 miles from FernLeaf's Wilderness Campus.
Running Club
Mondays & Fridays
Mondays 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Fridays 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Grades: 3rd - 4th
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
TBD
Soccer Shots
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
K - 2nd Grades
8/17/26 - 10/12/26
• Introduction to soccer in a fun, safe, and encouraging environment.
• Learn fundamental soccer skills through engaging weekly activities.
• Practice a new soccer skill each week.
• Focus on a different character-building value in every class.
• Enjoy fun games and friendly scrimmages.
• Hosted at FernLeaf and taught by Soccer Shots coaches.
Spanish Reading Adventures
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: 1st - 2nd
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• Discover Spanish through engaging stories each week.
• Learn new Spanish vocabulary in a fun, interactive setting.
• Participate in a hands-on activity inspired by each story.
• Build a love of reading while developing Spanish language skills.
• Grow confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish.
• Explore, imagine, and learn through exciting weekly adventures.
To sign up for after-school activities please use MyPaymentsPlus. If you would like to discuss financial assistance for these activities please fill out this form.
If a LOWER SCHOOL class you would like to sign up for is full, please fill out this waitlist form so we can contact you in the event of an opening.
NOTE: The costs of after-school activities & sports are shared by the enrolled students. As a result, FernLeaf will not provide refunds for after-school activities that are missed due to absence, loss of privileges, suspension, opt-out, or other circumstances that result in a student not participating.
UPPER SCHOOL OFFERINGS
Pick-up locations vary for Wilderness Campus activities—please follow instructor communications, as activities may occur on our Creek Campus or off-campus.
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Mondays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Grades: 7th - 12th
8/17/26 - 10/19/26
• Weekly Dungeons & Dragons club full of adventure and imagination.
• Explore collaborative storytelling and epic fantasy quests.
• Build strategic problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Encourage creativity, teamwork, and role-playing.
• Open to both experienced players and complete beginners.
• Join a welcoming community ready to roll the dice and embark on exciting adventures together.
Music & Songwriting Club
Thursdays
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM
6th - 12th Grades
TBD
• Explore a different music genre in each class.
• Learn about and discuss a variety of musical styles.
• Participate in collaborative lyric and music-writing workshops.
• Work in small groups to create original songs.
• Share and celebrate completed work at the end of each session.
Skateboarding Club
Fridays
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Grades: 7th - 12th
8/21/26 - 10/23/26
• Fun, inclusive skateboarding club for students of all experience levels.
• Build confidence, community, and skateboarding skills on and off the board.
• Learn skateboarding fundamentals and practice new tricks.
• Emphasizes safety, teamwork, and perseverance.
• Students must provide their own skateboard and helmet.
• Helmets are required; other protective gear is optional but encouraged.
MS & HS
Tennis & Pickleball
Thursdays
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
7th - 12th Grades
8/20/26 - 10/22/26
• Be part of FernLeaf’s very first tennis team.
• Learn and play both tennis and pickleball.
• Open to students of all experience levels—no experience necessary.
• Focus on:
Skill development
Building a love of the game
Friendly competition
• Practices are held at Fletcher Park.
NOTE: PICK-UP LOCATION AT FLETCHER PARK.
MS Co-Ed Volleyball
Tuesdays
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Grades: 5th - 8th
8/18/26 - 10/20/26
• Join FernLeaf’s co-ed Middle School Volleyball Club.
• Build fundamental volleyball skills.
• Enjoy friendly competition in a fun, supportive environment.
• Prepare for future participation on the high school team.
• No experience necessary—all skill levels are welcome.
MS Cross Country
Mondays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays; optional Fridays
3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
5th - 8th Grades
8/17/26 - 10/23/26
• Co-ed middle school cross country team.
• Focus on skill development, fitness, and friendly competition.
• Compete against other charter and independent schools.
• Practice three times each week:
Mondays
Wednesdays
Thursdays
• Optional Friday practice with the high school team.
• Preseason interest session begins Monday, August 17, after school.
• No tryouts required; a trial period will be offered.
MS Disc Golf
Wednesdays
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Grades: 5th - 8th
8/19/26 - 10/21/26
• Join the FernLeaf Middle School Disc Golf team.
• Open to both experienced players and beginners.
• Compete in the WNC Middle School Disc Golf League.
• Play over an 8-week season at four different courses.
• Learn essential disc golf skills, including:
Throwing techniques
Shot selection
Basic rules
Putting
Course strategy
• Practice each course during the first week before competition.
• Compete in a tournament at each course during the second week.
• Build skills while competing against other middle school disc golfers from Western North Carolina.
• All equipment is provided if needed.
NOTE: LOCATIONS VARY AND WILL BE COMMUNICATED BY JOE.
MS Flag Football
Tuesdays & Thursdays
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
6th - 8th Grades
8/18/26 - 10/22/26
• Co-ed middle school flag football team.
• Participate in the Hospitality League.
• Focus on:
Skill development
Building a love of the game
Character development
Friendly competition
• Tryouts are required
NOTE: PICK-UP LOCATION AT THE CREEK CAMPUS FIELDS.
HS Canoeing Club
Tuesdays
3:15 PM - 6:30 PM
Grades: 9th - 12th
8/18/26 - 10/20/26
• Expand your canoeing skills while exploring the French Broad Watershed.
• Learn about the French Broad River, which begins in Pisgah National Forest and flows 218 miles through North Carolina and Tennessee before joining the Tennessee River.
• Discover a variety of recreational opportunities, including:
Paddle camping
Whitewater boating
Fishing for species ranging from native brook trout to sturgeon
• Build the skills and confidence to continue exploring the river independently.
• Begin with a canoe skills and safety session at Lake Julian.
• Explore a different section of the French Broad River or one of its tributaries during each subsequent session.
• Trip locations will be selected based on the skill level and experience of the group.
• Gain hands-on experience while learning about one of the region's most valuable natural resources.
HS Cross Country
Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays
Mon & Thu 3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Fridays 12:15 PM - 2:00 PM
9th - 12th Grades
8/17/26 - 10/23/26
• Co-ed high school cross country team.
• Focus on skill development, fitness, and friendly competition.
• Compete against other schools across Western North Carolina.
• Preseason interest session begins Monday, August 17, after school.
• No tryouts required; a trial period will be offered.
NOTE: PICK-UP WILL BE AT THE WILDERNESS CAMPUS OR FLETCHER PARK.
HS Debate Club
Mondays
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Grades: 9th - 12th
8/17/26 - End of Year
• Yearlong debate club for high school students.
• Develop critical thinking, leadership, and confidence.
• Participate in mock debates and persuasive writing.
• Learn to think creatively and outside the box.
• Compete in state-level debate tournaments hosted at local high schools.
• Bring a blazer for tournaments.
• Looking for dedicated, enthusiastic members who actively participate in every class.
• No prior debate experience required.
• All you need is determination and an open mind.
• See you at the lectern!
HS Girls Volleyball
Mondays, Wednesdays, & TBD
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
9th - 12th Grades
8/17/26 - 10/22/26
• Join the FernLeaf Girls High School Volleyball team.
• Focus on skill development, teamwork, and competitive play.
• Compete against other JV and Varsity teams in the area.
• Space is limited.
• Tryouts begin the second week of school, starting Monday, August 17.
To sign up for after-school activities please use MyPaymentsPlus. If you would like to discuss financial assistance for these activities please fill out this form.
If an UPPER SCHOOL class you would like to sign up for is full, please fill out this waitlist form so we can contact you in the event of an opening.
