Beginners Percussion CampLearn to play different percussion instruments like the djembe, hand drums, shakers, sticks and others from around the world. Participants will learn techniques and rhythms for each instrument. This will be a high energy, hands-on class. All equipment is provided by the instructor.Date: Monday - Thursday, June 16 - 19, 2025Time: Grades 2nd - 5th, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Grades 6th - 8th, 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM (as of the 2025/2026 school year)Location: TBDFee: $75 Resident | $90 Non-Resident by 5/12/25 $85 Resident | $100 Non-Resident by 6/2/25 $95 Resident | $110 Non-Resident after 6/2/25; pending availability
Beginners Ukulele CampLearn the ukulele in this week-long camp. Each student will learn proper hand positioning, basic strumming patterns, and 4-5 chords which can be used to play many popular songs. This introductory class is a great way to find out if the ukulele is the right instrument for you. A limited number of Ukuleles are available for rent for an additional $15 through Holland Recreation.Date: Monday - Thursday, July 14 - 17, 2025Time: Grades 2nd - 5th, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Grades 6th - 8th, 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM (as of the 2025/2026 school year)Location: TBDFee: $75 Resident | $90 Non-Resident by 6/9/25 $85 Resident | $100 Non-Resident by 6/30/25 $95 Resident | $110 Non-Resident after 6/30/25; pending availability
Beginners Bucket Drumming CampDuring this camp participants will learn basic beats and rhythms. Each participant will receive a bucket drum and sticks at the end of the course. No equipment needed.Date: Monday - Thursday, August 11 - 14, 2025Time: Grades 2nd - 5th, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Grades 6th - 8th, 2:45 PM - 4:15 PM (as of the 2025/2026 school year)Location: TBDFee: $75 Resident | $90 Non-Resident by 7/7/25 $85 Resident | $100 Non-Resident by 7/28/25 $95 Resident | $110 Non-Resident after 7/28/25; pending availability
Ceramics: Hand Building Functional WaresStudents will learn hand building techniques to make a functional piece and a decorative ceramic piece following the work of prominent ceramic artists. Self-exploration will be encouraged. Work will be glazed or cold surface finished (with paints) and taken home at the end of the course.Dates: Wednesdays, September 3 - October 8, 2025Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PMAges: 6 - 10Location: Holland High School Art Studio, (600 Van Raalte Ave Holland, MI)Fee: $80 Resident | $95 Non-Resident by 8/4/25 $90 Resident | $105 Non-Resident by 8/25/25 $100 Resident | $115 Non-Resident after 8/25/25; pending availability
Ceramics: Wheel Throwing/Hand Building Functional WaresStudents will receive either wheel throwing and/or hand-building instruction for creating functional and/or decorative ceramic pieces following the work of prominent ceramic artists. (For example: a mug to drink from, a bowl to hold special things in or to eat from, a mini sculpture, etc.) All work that can be saved, will be glazed & fired. *There are fewer wheels than registrants, therefore students interested in wheel time will be expected to share time on the wheel over the course of the 6 weeks.Dates: Wednesdays, October 15 - November 19, 2025Time: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PMAges: 9 - 12Location: Holland High School Art Studio, (600 Van Raalte Ave Holland, MI)Fee: $80 Resident | $95 Non-Resident by 9/15/25 $90 Resident | $105 Non-Resident by 10/6/25 $100 Resident | $115 Non-Resident after 10/6/25; pending availability
Rachel Sligh is a life-long resident of the Holland Area, and has been teaching art for Holland Public Schools for 24 years. She is K-12 certified and has taught all age groups during her tenure at HPS. She is a wife, mother, artist and sailor. When she's not in the classroom, she's typically on the water. She's excited to have the opportunity to branch out and work with the community through classes of art exploration!
Jenn Gietzen is a music therapist, sound facilitator and a music teacher in West Michigan. She has been working with kids and adults using music as a tool for growth and development for 20 years. She loves playing and teaching guitar, piano, drums, ukulele, singing and dancing. She also loves using sound to create relaxing experiences for people who would like to incorporate more meditation and mindfulness into their lives.
A new community focused recreation center will be coming to the City of Holland, and we are in the early planning stages of the process. Currently, Holland Parks & Recreation is looking for community input on the recreation center conceptual plan. Please take a moment to complete the survey below.