Fundamentals of Magic

Hands-on small-group course to master sleight-of-hand and performance skills

$225/month | 15 weekly 60-minute lessons | Ages 8–12 | Starts Sep 8 

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30-Day Guarantee: withdraw any time in the first four classes and we refund the remaining tuition.

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Real Skill Growth
Social Confidence
Creative Independence

What They’ll Learn

A friendly, high-support online class for kids who want to amaze an audience and build confidence while they’re at it!

✔︎ Card tricks, coin work, silk routines, and more
✔︎ How to build a practice routine that sticks
✔︎ Performing skills for family and friends
✔︎ Fundamentals that power their whole magic journey.

Why Parents Love It

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Taught by Educators Who Know Kids

Our magicians are also trained educators, so every child feels safe, supported, and gently guided through challenges.

A Kit That Grows With Them

Each student receives a curated magic kit with professional props—built to support hundreds of tricks as they grow in skill.

One Login, Everything in One Place

Our password-protected Student Library includes Zoom links, tutorials, and weekly updates—so kids (and caretakers) can jump in with zero tech stress.

How This Works

Step 1: Book Your Free Placement Call

Pick a 10-minute slot that works for you. No forms, no prep, just choose a time in our calendar.

Step 2: Meet on Zoom for 10 Minutes

We’ll chat with you and your child, recommend the right small-group time, and answer any questions.

Step 3: Start Learning Real Magic

Your child joins their three-student group, receives the kit, and begins sharing their magic within the first week.

Level 1, Course 1

Fall 2025 Program Details

Our fall session of Fundamentals of Magic runs from Sep 8, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025. Students will meet once a week in one hour classes to learn the basics of close-up magic performance.

Course: Fundamentals of Magic
Ages:
8–12
Duration:
15 weeks
Start Date: 2nd week of September
Format:
Live, online small group (3:1 ratio)
Price:
$900 for the full 15-week semester
or $225/month for 4 months

That’s just $60 per live class, including:

  • Magic supply kit mailed to you
  • Access to student video library (dripped weekly)
  • Final in-class performance
  • Personalized class placement
  • Weekly parent updates
  • Special enamel pins as they level up

Risk-Free: Cancel within the first 30 days—no further payments

What Parents Are Saying

Shyness Transformed

She told me on the way home that she's usually really nervous in public or when talking to new people. But when she does magic, she's not nervous at all.

Aaron E.

for

Nadya

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age

9

Confidence We Could See

My son loved everything about the magic class! His confidence level increased tremendously and it was wonderful to see him feeling proud about his magic tricks. His presentation skills improved as well!

Jennifer f.

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Cruz

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age

8

A Breakthrough for Our Family

She has gained self-confidence, something all her own to individuate from her sisters, and cool friends and mentors. We can’t wait to do it all again and highly highly recommend their services!

Heather B.

for

Aurora

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age

11

Finally, Something That Stuck

He really loves taking these classes, which has been great because we struggled finding something he would stick to. It really has been so wonderful for him!

Lauren B.

for

Toven

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age

10

Your Path in SOMA Core

A 6‑Course Journey to Becoming a SOMA Magician
Earn your first Star‑Path enamel pin—then collect a new one each semester!

- Complete Fundamentals → earn your first Star Path pin
- Progress through Courses 2–6 → collect all six pins
- Finish the journey → claim the title of SOMA Magician and carry your constellation with pride

No long-term commitment—most families start with just one course. And remember, you can cancel within 30 days if it’s not the right fit.

Interest Form

Complete the form below & we'll send a link to book your free Magic Skills Assessment call!

 If you have any questions, you can always contact brian@encountermagic.com.

Before signing up for lessons, take a peek at our school policies to see if we're the right fit for you!

15 Week Group Course Policies

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Course Overview

Course Curriculum

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  • Week 1: Orientation & Rubber Band Trick Review
  • Week 2: Introduction to Rope Magic & Appearing Knot/Magic Knot Tricks
  • Week 3: Rope Review & Rope Merge Trick
  • Week 4: Introduction to Silk Magic & Bermuda Triangle Trick
  • Week 5: Silk Magic Review & Coin Through Silk Trick
  • Week 6: Introduction to Sponge Ball Magic
  • Week 7: Sponge Ball Routine
  • Week 8: Introduction to Card Magic & Card Handling
  • Week 9: Review Card Handling & The Upside Down Card Trick
  • Week 10: Card Review & The Four Ace Trick
  • Week 11: Impromptu Linking Rubber Bands
  • Week 12: Paper Fold Vanish
  • Week 13: In the Queen's Hand Card Trick
  • Week 14: Vanishing Knot in Silk
  • Week 15: Wrap-up and Effect Review

Course Curriculum

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  • Week 1: Orientation & Rubber Band Trick Review
  • Week 2: Introduction to Rope Magic & Appearing Knot/Magic Knot Tricks
  • Week 3: Rope Review & Rope Merge Trick
  • Week 4: Introduction to Silk Magic & Bermuda Triangle Trick
  • Week 5: Silk Magic Review & Coin Through Silk Trick
  • Week 6: Introduction to Sponge Ball Magic
  • Week 7: Sponge Ball Routine
  • Week 8: Introduction to Card Magic & Card Handling
  • Week 9: Review Card Handling & Four Ace Trick
  • Week 10: Card Review & The Upside Down Card
  • Week 11: Effect Review
  • Week 12: In-class Performances

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my child loses interest?

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We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. Attend up to four classes; if it’s not a fit, we refund the remaining tuition (or stop remaining payments), no questions asked.

My kid is kinda shy, is this right for her?

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Yes!  You don't have to be extroverted to enjoy and excel at magic. In fact, we've found that our program helps shy students build confidence.

We already do a lot of activities, are we going to have time?

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SOMA classes are just 1 hour a week, with 10 minutes of practice required a day,  easy to fit into a busy schedule.  And since the classes are virtual, drive time is eliminated!

What if my child struggles with learning on the computer?

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We understand.  Unfortunately, in the panic of the pandemic, a lot of educational programs tried to adapt their in-person curriculums for online.  And it just didn't work.  Students and teachers alike were frustrated.  At SOMA, our program was developed exclusively for virtual learning.  We've found that magic is especially well suited to be taught in an online environment; each student gets an up-close view of the instructors' hands, making the class easy to follow.

My daughter is already learning magic for free on YouTube, why should she take classes?

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YouTube is a fantastic resource, but there are a lot of things it can't do.  While it can be great for learning tricks, it can't give a student feedback on their work, help them find opportunities to perform in their communities, or curate effects that will work for their style and ability.  And it doesn't provide a live community of magicians who share their enthusiasm for magic!

Interested in private lessons?

Sign up for a Placement Call with Head Magician, Brian Kehoe, to chat details!