Open Studio
Drop by every Friday: get recorded, learn to record, and use our studio for free.
LEARN MOREIn-House Programs
Come curious. Leave unstoppable. Sign up for FREE, hands-on film, audio, music, and design programs for ages 12–25.
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.
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.
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.
bootcamp
Dive into an accelerated, intensive workshop filled with creative exploration. Come out the other side with new skills and stronger technique.
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.
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- Apprenticeship
- Bootcamp
- Capstone
- Drop-In
- Foundational
- All
- Audio
- Design
- Film
- Mixed Media
- Music
- All
- 8–11
- 12–14
- 15–19
- 19–25
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- All Year
- Fall
21 PROGRAMS
Design Fridays
Learn animation, cosplay design, and experiment with new media every Friday.
LEARN MOREOriginal Songwriting
Turn your ideas into an original song and record a demo—no experience necessary.
I WANT INAdvanced Apprenticeship
Learn the skills you need to step onto a professional film crew with confidence.
I WANT INIntro to Zine Making
Learn how to make zines with poetry, cartoons, illustration, and more.
I WANT INIntro to Music Production
Step into the studio and learn the ins and outs of music production, from writing to recording.
I WANT INMORE 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
Our programs open for form submissions on Tuesdays at 10 am—five weeks before the program begins.
After you fill out the form for a program, our team will get back to you within 10 business days to confirm your spot. This can include scheduling an interview or a check-in, or confirming your interest in the class.
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.
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Absolutely! Many of our students self-identify as neurodivergent. We keep our classes small so that our students have the best experience possible, and our professional teaching artists can accommodate different kinds of learners and ensure special needs are met.
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