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

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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