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Foundational Program

No Experience Needed: Unleash your Creativity
Free classes for teens ages 12 – 19

Unleash your creativity at Spy Hop! Take one of our Foundational classes in film, audio, music, or design; no experience needed! These short classes are designed for artists of every skill level — whether you’re a first-time or returning student. Dig in and learn media art skills from our professional teaching artists, become a part of the Spy Hop community, and make your creative ideas come to life. Register today and unlock the door to learn new skills.

About the Foundational Program

  • Participation is free!
  • No experience needed
  • Take as many foundational classes as you like
  • Classes are available for rising 7th graders thru age 19
  • Classes are grouped by ages: 12 – 14 (middle-school), and 15 – 19 (high-school and beyond)
  • Class capacity: 10 students per foundational class
  • Afterschool and Summer Foundational classes are offered on different schedules to give students as many opportunities as possible to find a class that fits their schedule!

Tips on the Registration Process:

  1. Complete the online registration form prior to the start of class – please note the recommended ages for classes and schedule! 
  2. After registering, you will receive communication to confirm your enrollment. Be sure to respond to the request to confirm your enrollment.

*Note: Capacity for Foundational classes is capped at 10; if we are unable to confirm your enrollment, your seat will be given to another student.

Questions? Call Spy Hop 801-532-7500 or email programs@spyhop.org 

Read about Spy Hop’s approach to afterschool programming and creating a welcoming, inclusive and safe environment for all students.

Current and Upcoming Foundational Classes

Music 
| Foundational
July 7 – July 24, 2025
Monday–Thursday | 1 – 3pm

Ages 15 - 19

Team up with other musicians to form your own band, write an original song, record a demo, design merch, and perform live at the end of the class. Some instrument experience is helpful: whether you’re a vocalist, guitarist, drummer, or keyboard player.
Audio, Music 
| Foundational
July 7 – July 24, 2025
Monday–Thursday | 1 – 3pm

Ages 15 - 19

From the mic to the mix, this class is your launchpad into hip hop. Whether you’re into rhyming, beat-making, or just love the music, you’ll collaborate on a two-song project—writing, recording, and producing original tracks with your classmates.
Design 
| Foundational
July 7 – July 24, 2025
Monday–Thursday | 1 – 3pm

Ages 15 - 19

Bring your cosplay ideas to life—literally. In this maker-focused class, you’ll learn how to design, print, and finish custom 3D models for cosplay, like metallic-looking buckles, props, and wearable pieces.
Design 
| Foundational
September 9 – October 16, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 6–8pm

Ages 15 - 19

Short stories, big personality. In this animation class, you’ll bring characters to life—one strut, joke, or dramatic pause at a time.
Film 
| Foundational
September 9 – October 16, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Ages 15 - 19

Lights, camera, action! In this hands-on intro class, you’ll learn how to make short films from start to finish.
Music 
| Foundational
September 9 – October 16, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Ages 15 - 19

Whether you’re strumming your first chord or writing lyrics in your notes app, this class helps you turn raw ideas into an original song that’s all your own.
Audio 
| Foundational
September 9 – October 16, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Ages 15 - 19

Step into the studio and bring your song to life. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the ins and outs of music production—writing, recording, and engineering a track from scratch.
Design 
| Foundational
September 15 – October 8, 2025
Monday/Wednesday | 4–6pm

Ages 12 - 14

Bring your imagination to life—one character at a time. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll design original characters for comics, games, or animation.
Film 
| Foundational
September 15 – October 8, 2025
Monday/Wednesday | 4–6pm

Ages 12 - 14

Grab a camera, join the crew, and hit record. This beginner-friendly class is all about learning basic filmmaking skills and how film crews work together. You’ll team up to shoot […]

Audio, Design, Film, Music 
| Foundational
September 16 – October 9, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Ages 12 - 14

Calling all horror fans, monster makers, and scream queens—this class is your haunted playground.
Film 
| Foundational
October 27 – November 19, 2025
Monday/Wednesday | 4–6pm

Ages 12 - 14

From cinematic portraits to experimental nature shots, this hands-on class is all about seeing the world differently—and capturing it through your lens.
Design 
| Foundational
October 27 – November 19, 2025
Monday/Wednesday | 4–6pm

Ages 12 - 14

Ever wanted to make your own role-playing video game (RPG)? In this pixel art game design class, you’ll code a simple top-down game using GameMaker.
Audio, Design, Film, Music 
| Foundational
October 28 – November 20, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Ages 12 - 14

Being a musician today means more than just writing songs—it’s about creating your whole artistic world.
 
| Foundational
November 11 – December 11, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Ages 15 - 19

Got a song in your head? Let’s bring it to life. In this intro-level music recording class, you’ll learn how to write, record, and mix your own song.
Design 
| Foundational
November 11 – December 11, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 6–8pm

Ages 15 - 19

Get ready to invent, design, and actually build your own board game—from the rules to the game pieces.
Film 
| Foundational
November 11 – December 11, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Ages 15 - 19

How do you make an audience feel something—without saying a word? This focused filmmaking class dives deep into the art of cinematography.
Music 
| Foundational
November 11 – December 11, 2025
Tuesday/Thursday | 4–6pm

Ages 15 - 19

Form a band, write a song, and bring the noise. In this high-energy class, you’ll team up with other musicians to write and perform an original track together.
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