In-House Programs

Come curious. Leave unstoppable. Sign up for FREE, hands-on film, audio, music, and design programs for ages 12–25.

programs

the spy hop way

Don't know where to start? There are many ways to find YOUR path at Spy Hop! Choose your starting point, and use this framework to guide you.

drop-in

Every Friday is an open invitation to experience Spy Hop. Whether you’re just starting out or leveling up, show up to access gear and mentorship. No registration required.

1 day

foundational

Ready for more? Level up with a 3–6 week foundational class and learn a new craft. Come back as many times as you want to deepen your skills.

3-6 weeks

apprenticeship

Real projects. Real clients. And real pay. Our months-long apprenticeship puts you to work building your portfolio, sharpening your skills, and earning a stipend while you do it.

2-4 months

bootcamp

Dive into an accelerated, intensive workshop filled with creative exploration. Come out the other side with new skills and stronger technique.

1–4 months

capstone

This is your moment. Spend 10-12 epic months leading your own artistic process and teaming up with your peers. Cap it all off with a community celebration that shows the world what you’re made of.

10-12 months

Registration: Coming soon

This part of our site is currently under construction. Please check back soon! We’re excited to share what we have in store for this autumn.

MORE THAN MEDIA

MORE THAN MEDIA

OUR PROGRAMS SUPPORT THE WHOLE PERSON

At Spy Hop, supporting young people’s well-being isn’t a separate initiative. It’s built into everything we do. Our Youth Media Arts Center gives kids and teens ages 8–25 a welcoming “third space” to build confidence, find their people, and discover real creative skills in film, music, audio, and design. In today’s world, that kind of belonging matters more than ever. Our programs are designed to reduce the very things that put young people at risk: isolation, low self-worth, and lack of direction.

We also partner with Wyman’s Teen Outreach Program (TOP), a research-backed program that helps teens develop life skills, strengthen relationships, and make safer choices through peer connection and community involvement. Whether your child is looking for somewhere to belong or needs more structured support, our reach extends beyond our center into schools, treatment programs, and juvenile justice settings across Utah.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We've found that small program sizes give the best opportunity for creative learning and mentorship—because of this, most of our classes have a capacity of ten students.
Most of our in-house programs are for ages 12–19 years old. We occasionally offer programs or workshops for young people ages 19-25. We offer spring and summer camps for younger kids ages 8-12.
Our classes are designed for in-person participation. Limited remote attendance may be possible in certain circumstances. Availability depends on the class format and is considered on a case-by-case basis.
Pre-program check-ins are usually 15 minutes or less. They're an opportunity for students and our professional teaching artists to get to know one another, assess goals, talk through schedules, ask questions and feel ready for the program to start. Students don't need to bring anything but themselves.
We keep all our classroom spaces an adult/parent-free zone (excluding staff) to ensure students feel free in their creative expression. If you'd like to see the building and learn more about Spy Hop, you can schedule a tour with our team outside of class time.

resources

By bike, bus, or buggy!

We are located at:
Kahlert Media Arts Center
208 W Harvey Milk Blvd, SLC, 84101

We have limited parking behind the building, and save those spots for students.

Spy Hop is also easily accessed via TRAX and the 9-line bus. FUN FACT! As part of being a Spy Hop student, you can get a FREE UTA PASS at the front desk.

stay plugged in

Learning and creativity doesn’t end when the class does. Enrolling in a Spy Hop class means you have access to equipment and technology so you can create outside of class hours.

Our gear lab has everything you need to make films, record music, or design animations available to you for FREE. But it comes with some expectations.

Please take good care of Spy Hop gear while you’re using it. All equipment should be returned at the end of the program in the same condition you received it.

We trust you to treat the gear with respect and take that responsibility seriously. If equipment is damaged or not returned, it may lead to lost gear privileges or fees to repair or replace it.

Our goal is simple: we want everyone to have access to great tools. If you treat the gear like gold, it’ll be ready for the next creator. In short, be a good human.

more than mentorship

When you sign up for a Spy Hop class, you’re signing up for more than free mentorship in the media arts. Here are some perks that come with being in the Spy Hop community:

  • Free snacks in the Snack Shack—learning can’t happen when you’re hungry!
  • Free UTA passes
  • Gear access and check-out (film, design, audio, and music gear/instruments)
  • Access to Spy Hop’s free music recording studio
  • Full Adobe Creative Suite access at Spy Hop
  • Mental health resources
  • Paid professional opportunities with Phase 2 Productions
  • Community arts and event access
  • Menstrual hygiene products
  • Space to unwind and be yourself