14th Street Y: The Bigger Bookworms class, for ages 3-5, will explore a different book each week using art, creative movement, and drama to deepen children’s understanding of narrative while building vocabulary, pre-writing, and literacy skills. 14streety.org
74th St. MAGIC: Fun and interactive Do Re Music classes at 74th St. MAGIC leverage exploration and creativity through singing, playing instruments, auditory cues, call and response, and composition, as groups collaborate to create an original song based on a story. For ages 6 months to 5 years. 74magic.com
92Y: Children 3-5 will shake, rattle, twist, shout, and learn about popular music through classic blues and the music of the Beatles in 92Y‘s new Boogie and Blues class. Kids will sing and dance while also learning breath control, how to sing in tune, and more. 92Y.org
ABC Do-Re-ME!: ABC’s Musical Playdate program provides a balance between laughing and learning. From nursery rhymes to pop hits, the eclectic mix of music keeps kids hopping as instructors dish out a big helping of fun laced with teaching moments. This 45-minute class is for kids 0-5 and their caregivers. abcdoremeNYC.com
Advantage Tennis Club: Help your child beat the winter blahs with Advantage QuickStart tennis! Customized for ages 4 and up, QuickStart uses age-appropriate racquets and smaller courts to make learning easier. Plus, the first class is free for new students! quickstartny.com
The American Museum of Natural History: On January 10, meet Atka, an Arctic gray wolf from the Wolf Conservation Center (in South Salem, NY), on his visit to the Museum. Learn about wolves, the highly endangered predators that play a vital role in sustaining a healthy ecosystem. amnh.org
Applause NY: Jr. Boys Hip-Hop is Applause’s energetic, fun-filled, boys-only dance class for ages 3-5. Your son will learn the latest moves to today’s hottest music and get to perform in front of family and friends. applauseny.com
apple seeds: apple seedlings is a gentle separation class for children ages 2 to early 3s that encourages kids (and parents!) to gradually separate at their own pace. Children are guided through activities including music, gym, art, play, and story time—preparing them for preschool. appleseedsplay.com
Art Farm: Art Farm’s Animal Care class is the perfect afterschool program for ages 4-8. This program will give your child the opportunity to interact with live animals and develop the scientific skills of observation, classification, and communication. Class includes science activities, stories, games, and crafts. theartfarms.org
ArtMuse: ArtMuse offers exceptional art experiences in local museums, galleries, art fairs, and artist’s studios. They offer fun and interactive private tours, for ages 3 and up, that are available based on different themes and exhibitions. artmuseny.com
Asphalt Green: This winter, sign up for Asphalt Green’s co-ed Youth Basketball League for ages 7-9 and 10-12. This league provides expert instruction and game play in a fun but competitive environment. Each team receives a designated coach and every player will gets equal playing time. There’s also a league for ages 3-4. asphaltgreen.org
Atlantic Acting: Atlantic’s Teen Program is a great introduction to serious actor training. Young Actors classes for ages 11-14 include: Monologues, Scene Study & Technique, On-Camera Workshop, and Improv. atlanticactingschool.org
Baby Fingers: Learn American Sign Language through songs and play with other parents, educators, and children close to your child’s age. Go home each week with new vocabulary and tunes to enhance communication between you and your child! mybabyfingers.com
Ballet Academy East: The Young Dancers Program offers dance classes for ages 18 months to 6 years. Children develop strength, coordination, and musicality in a creative and positive learning environment. Classes have two teachers as well as live music accompaniment. balletacademyeast.com
The Ballet Club: The Ballet Club is a unique program that offers professional training in a nurturing environment, as well as a foundation of life skills and intellectual stimulation. It includes the Children’s Creative Dance Club Division for ages 3-8, and the Performing Arts Pre-Professional Division for more intensive study for students ages 7 and up. theballetclub.com
Ballet Hispanico: A cultural adventure awaits kids ages 4-5 in Hablando y Bailando, where kids learn basic dance concepts and Spanish vocabulary. Little ones explore creative movement while following directions in Spanish in a fun and imaginative environment. ballethispanico.org
Barrow Group Acting School: The Barrow Group Acting School offers teen and tween acting classes in Manhattan and Brooklyn; including afterschool, weekend, and on-camera film/tv kids acting classes. During the summer they offer a more intensive youth acting program. These classes are taught by experienced Barrow Group actors and teachers. The Barrow Group Acting School believes that students learn the most in an atmosphere of trust, collaboration, play and support. Teens and tweens learn how to break down a script and how to be more natural in their performances. barrowgroup.org
Bija Kids: Bija Kids’ Sound Studio classes for ages 0-6 are creative and movement-filled, and incorporate rhythm, singing, instruments, and fun! Each weekly session includes music from around the world, as well as opportunities to dance and play. bijakids.com
Bilingual Birdies: Bring your little ones (newborn through age 5) to the NYPL for a free celebration of Spanish language and culture during 45 minutes of fun-filled music, dance, and puppetry! Learn new words from a bilingual teaching musician by singing along to original music and your favorite folk songs. bilingualbirdies.com
Book Nook: Children will get cozy with literacy and everything in between at Book Nook. Classes for ages 1.5-5 explore reading, handwriting, fine motor skills, and much more. booknooknyc.com
Bounce & Flip: Bounce & Flip’s preschool classes will introduce basic gymnastics skills to assist in developing self-confidence and technique. The preschool series will offer classes taught with parent participation for ages 18-36 months, and without for ages 3-5 years. bounceandflip.com
Broadway Dance Center: The Children & Teen Program offers dancers ages 3-18 elite training with today’s leading teachers and choreographers. The program delivers the finest dance experience for your child by offering a wide variety of high-quality class options. broadwaydancecenter.org
Carousel of Languages: This children’s foreign language program now offers two-hour morning enrichment classes for ages 3-5. Choose from Spanish, French, Mandarin, and Italian. Music and movement, dramatic play, and culture-specific projects are all involved. carousellanguages.com
Chabad Preschool at Beekman Place: In the Baby Loves Shabbat program, tots ages 6-18 months can experience Jewish songs, traditions, and music! Accompanied by a guitarist, kids and their caregivers enjoy Shabbat songs, parachute play, candle lighting, and Challah baking. beekmanjewishpreschool.com
Chelsea Piers: Kids will flip for Little Athletes Gymnastics at the Field House at Chelsea Piers. Through creative play and nurturing instruction, this preschool and toddler series introduces children to the earliest aspects of physical fitness and primary skill development in a fun and encouraging environment. chelseapiers.com/fh
Child’s Play NY: In Child’s Play NY’s Mini Musical class, children ages 4-6 explore story-telling, song, and creative movement. Using their bodies, voices, and minds, students re-interpret classic and contemporary children’s literature and are inspired to create their own adventures. childsplayny.com
The Children’s Museum of the Arts (CMA): Give your child a truly collaborative art-making experience during Spring Break with CMA’s Art Colony program. Art Colony allows students to immerse themselves in a week-long, innovative arts class taught by professional teaching artists. Choose from a variety of classes including Bookmaking, Claymation, Fashion Design, and more! cmany.org
The Children’s Museum of Manhattan (CMOM): CMOM’s Preschool Prep, for ages 2-3, allows children and their grown-ups to gradually separate, easing them into preschool. As children become comfortable with the routine, grown-ups are guided through separation. Children participate in art, music, and story time, all aligning with the Prekindergarten Foundation for the Common Core. CMOM.org
Church Street School for Music and Art: In Visual Arts class at Church Street School, toddlers discover their creative voices and sense of self-expression as they explore a variety of art media including collage, found object sculpture, painting, and more. churchstreetschool.org
Citibabes: Citibabes’ newest class series for the 12-month and under age group focuses on the earliest stages of learning. CitiBitty centers on a baby’s physical, cognitive, and social development through age-appropriate play to help babies reach important physical milestones while caregivers gain developmental knowledge. citibabes.com
Collina Italiana: Giardino dei Bambini is a morning drop-off playgroup for ages 2-5. Experienced instructors provide multiple opportunities for kids to learn Italian through play, while learning important socialization skills. The program offers language learning through activities, songs, dance, theater, and hands-on creativity. collinaitaliana.com
Columbus Gym: Columbus Gym just opened up their Mini Gym classes to 2.5-year-olds this session! During this independent participation class, children will learn basic fundamental gymnastics skills using all of the equipment. They’ll learn to follow directions, take turns, and to cheer on friends as they try new skills. columbusgymnyc.com
ConstructionKids: Children learn to use real tools in a safe and creative environment in ConstructionKids’ After-School program. Projects vary from animals, vehicles, and go-carts, to making toys and buildings in this dynamic hands-on program for all types of learners. constructionkids.com
The Craft Studio: Day-off mini camps with extended day options from the Craft Studio are now available! The program’s famous mini camps are the perfect way to spend a day off of school during three-day weekends and school breaks. Campers will craft, play games, and dance! craftstudionyc.com
Creative Play for Kids: Move, groove, paint, and play in Creative Play for Kids’ Messy Movers classes! The Music and Messy Art class has singing, dancing, and moving; then tots come together for a fun themed art project. creativeplayforkids.com
Cumbe: Center for African & Diaspora Dance: Explore creative movement, dance, and music in Cumbe’s innovative class for young children: DrumDance. Students ages 3-4 exercise their imaginations, build coordination, and develop confident self-expression through a combination of dancing, singing, drumming, and storytelling. cumbedance.com
Diller-Quaile School of Music: Fostering a love of storytelling and the creative imagination, Music, Stories, and Pre-Literacy class uses an integrated artistic approach to help develop language skills and prepare children for preschool. This class is for 2s and young 3s and starts January 15. diller-quaile.org
Discovery Programs: Tyke Sports (for ages 25-36 months and 3-4 years) is a high-energy class that introduces sports to children. Tykes will run like panthers, slither like snakes, cheer for one another, and explore sports like baseball, tennis, and soccer. The coach nurtures physical skills and coordination. discoveryprograms.com
East Side Tae Kwon Do: Martial arts classes from East Side Tae Kwon Do are a great way to help your child build self-esteem. Through these classes, they will excel and learn skills that will help them in everyday life. eastsidetaekwondo.com
Eastside Westside Music Together: Guided by skilled teachers, support your baby’s language development, emerging math skills, and fine and gross motor skills in Babies’ Class for ages 0-6 months. Making music with your new baby is a wonderful way to bond and stimulate learning. eswsmusictogether.com
EBL Coaching: EBL’s Skills for Success program helps students in grades pre-K-5 develop their reading fluency, writing, reading comprehension, and math skills. Small group and one-on-one options are available, and specialized programs for students with learning disabilities and ADHD are available. eblcoaching.com
Fastbreak Sports: Warm up this winter with the Fastbreak Kids Multi-Sport Program for children ages 2-5. Every 3-4 weeks, children are introduced to a new sport including basketball, baseball, soccer, football, tennis, and floor hockey. fastbreakkids.com
French Institute Alliance Francaise: Weekly creative workshops en français are tailored to all ages, abilities, and levels at FIAF! Learning French is always fun with art, music, cooking, photography, chess, games, yoga, and more. fiaf.org
Freshmade: Budding chefs create fun, healthy, seasonal meals that are sure to hit the spot. While learning basic kitchen skills and safety, kids ages 4-7 will make a complete meal from scratch encompassing math, science, and literacy skills along the way. freshmadenyc.com
Fukasa Kai Martial Arts: Introduce your “Karate Kid” to the fun and excitement of Cary Nemeroff’s martial arts program for ages 3-6, which includes rolling, kicking, and tumbling in a child-friendly, structured environment that builds and reinforces focus and self-esteem. Classes begin February 2 at the World Yoga Center. uwskarate.com
Gaga Center: Calling all K-6 gaga fans. Come join the fun this winter in afterschool gaga sessions. Classes will include one hour of gaga fun with a warm-up, instruction, and loads of time to play. Kids get in on the action while learning gaga and athletic skills. gagacenter.com
German-American School: The German-American School offers a unique New York State-accredited afterschool German language program. Children from diverse backgrounds learn German by play-acting, singing, memorization, writing, reading, and speaking in German. german-american-school.org
Gymboree Play & Music: Play-dough, markers, and crayons, oh my! School Skills at Gymboree is a drop-off preschool alternative program where your little one thinks they’re playing, while they’re actually learning all the handwriting and social skills that will help them succeed in school. gymboreeclasses.com
Gymtime Rhythm & Glues: Gymtime’s Preschool Enrichment Program (PEP) for children ages 14 months to 2.11 years is a fun, dynamic experience that integrates art, musical theatre, and dramatic play. The program introduces your child to the classroom structure while cultivating their independence and nurturing their creativity. gymtime.net
Hands On!: Using a special instrument-based curriculum, this music studio introduces infants, toddlers, and preschoolers to popular folk tunes, nursery rhymes, and lullabies. Hands On! Musical Experience classes feature stories with puppets, music, instrument exploration, and movement. handsonformusic.com
HiArt!: At Matisse and Me! Class at HiArt!, kids will draw, paint, sculpt, and more with marvelous painter Maureen St. Vincent in a celebration of one of the greatest artists of our time. hiartkids.com
¡HOLA! A Playgroup in Spanish: In this dynamic Spanish immersion group, ¡HOLA!’s afterschool program (for ages 3-5) will implement its fun learning method and give children the tools to communicate, interact among themselves, and build Spanish vocabulary—among many other benefits. holaplaygroup.com
HudsonWay Immersion School: HudsonWay Immersion School starts a new semester of its hands-on and interaction After School Enrichment (for kids in Pre-K and K-2) in January. Classes are offered in both Mandarin and English. hwis.org
Intellectual Kids Club: In the Intellectual Kids Club’s Shakespeare and Greek myths class, kids will experience exciting interactive dramatizations of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” “The Tempest,” and the Greek myths related to those plays. Improvisations, theater games, music, dance, props, dress-up, and art projects make this class great. intellectualkidsclub.com
Jazz at Lincoln Center: WeBop is Jazz at Lincoln Center’s early childhood music education program, which allows children from 8 months to 5 years to explore their imagination, creativity, and musicality through activities that feature swing, blues, improvisation, and other jazz essentials. The winter term, Jazz Friends, starts January 6. jazz.org
The JCC in Manhattan: Named NYC’s premiere infant and toddler music program by the New York Times, Little Maestros at the JCC takes children on a fantastic musical journey. You and your child will love the musical story times, imaginative play, language development activities, puppet shows, and “bubble music.” jccmanhattan.org
Jodi’s Gym: Come cartwheel with Jodi’s Gym! There is no better place to learn gymnastics. USA Gymnastics-certified instructors use a safe and encouraging method in teaching gymnastics in the most positive, safe, and fun environment you will find. Accelerated and advanced gymnastics also available! jodisgym.com
Joffrey Ballet School: Joffrey Ballet School’s newest Youth Ballet class is perfect for teens that have always wanted to be ballerinas, but didn’t get an early start. Beginner Ballet for Teens provides a foundation for teens who have had limited to no prior ballet training. Focus in this class will be on body alignment, placement, flexibility, strength, grace, poise, and most of all, fun! Students should be 13 years or older by the first day of class. joffreyballetschool.com
Karma Kids Yoga: CircusYoga fosters connection, play and communication through circus skills, group games and invention, acrobatics, flying partner yoga, tightwire and balance, and creative movement. CircusYoga principles include courage, trust, connection, collaboration, listening, and more. For ages 7 and up. karmakidsyoga.com
Kate Tempesta’s Urban Golf Academy: Join KTUGA at three new indoor locations: Peter Cooper Village, Yorkshire Fitness Center on the UES, and Kidville in Park Slope. They’re are also at Congregation Shaare Zedek on the UWS. Play and discover golf with children as young as 3.5 with fun golf drills and games. ktuga.com
Kids at Art: Kids at Art focuses on the basics of visual arts, with age-appropriate projects for each group from age 2 and up–including painting, drawing, collage and more. At Kids at Art the process is just as important as the finished project! Kids are encouraged to be inventive and to challenge and develop their imaginations while expressing themselves in a nurturing, non-competitive and fun environment. Personal hands-on instruction is always given by a professional artist! kidsatartnyc.com
Kids in Sports: Come join Kids in Sports this season for their new and improved Pre-School Athlete Multi-Sport class. This separation program offers children 2.5-4 an opportunity to combine an athletic program with a classroom segment. kisnyc.com
Kids at Work: Kids at Work in Chelsea’s signature drop-in class, Toddle Around, for children 12 months to 2.5 years, features messy, choice-based, age-appropriate sensory art experiences, combined with a vibrant and interactive music and movement session. kidsatworknyc.com
Kidville: Rockin’ Railroad is an interactive program for music lovers of all ages. Featuring a live band, this class incorporates instrument play, sound and letter recognition games, exploration of rhythm, and a different musical genre each week. kidville.com
Kumon: Kumon is the world’s largest after-school math and reading program. The Kumon Method has helped millions of children achieve more than they ever thought they could. At Kumon, your child will build skills that lead to success inside and outside the classroom. kumon.com
La Scuola Di’Italia: The Scuola Marterna Preschool program is designed for the pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten years. It focuses on the development of the child from an intellectual, cognitive, social, emotional, spiritual, and physical standpoint—all with bilingual Italian/English instruction. lascuoladitalia.org
Language Workshop for Children: Language Workshop for Children’s Family Preschool (for ages 2020 months to 3 years) lets grown-ups participate in their child’s bridge to preschool experience. French and Spanish immersion activities, language-building songs, arts & crafts, stories, and more blend nicely into this classic preschool environment. languageworkshopforchildren.com
Launch Math & Science Centers: Launch offers a full suite of engaging coding workshops that teach kids a variety of computer languages including Scratch (6-13), Phone Apps (9-13), Python (9-13), and Java (9-13)! Kids learn to program everything from games to Android apps! launchmath.com
Let’s Gogh Art: Your child will take a tour of the world, while learning about art projects from each country in the Passport to Creativity class. Kids will explore different forms of art, creating works of art from using countries of world as an inspiration! nyletsgoghart.com
Lil’ Yogis: If your little one likes to shake it, be sure to check out Yoga Hip-Hop this winter! Classes will be held at Reebok Sports Club and Studio Maestro on the Upper West Side, and at Sprout San Francisco on the Upper East Side. Each week children will learn yoga, body isolations, and dance combinations. lilyogisnyc.com
The Little Gym: The Little Gym’s gymnastics program for preschoolers and Kindergarteners has been designed to help children reach developmental milestones. Independent from parents, kids learn gymnastics fundamentals and have plenty of fun. Try the Funny Bugs class for children ages 3-4. thelittlegym.com
Little Maestros: This award-winning infant and toddler music program, dedicated to providing an unparalleled experience, continues to raise the bar in its specialty: Children’s music classes and parties. littlemaestros.com
Loop of the Loom: Let little ones spin a yarn of pure fun with Loop of the Loom’s regular kids’ classes. Creative and fun weaving classes will be offered Tuesday through Friday this winter. loopoftheloom.com
Lucy Moses School at Kaufman Music Center: Kids ages 6-11 spend Presidents Week vacation singing, acting, dancing, and making art together. They’ll explore drama, movement, music, and the visual arts, creating a fun and informal final performance for their families. kaufmanmusiccenter.org
Mad Science of New York City & Westchester: A private Mad Science home club is a great way to create an engaging weekly playgroup that’s so much more than play. The curriculum offering this winter is Junior Explorers, with topics like the Science of Magic, Optical Illusions, and Radical Robots! newyorkcity.madscience.org
Make Meaning: A special creativity coach leads art classes at the Make Meaning studio, with locations on both the Upper East and West sides. Budding artists create projects featuring seven inspired experiences using paper, glass, candles, jewelry, ceramics, and soap. makemeaning.com
Manhattan Tennis Academy: MTA’s Quick Start Program for ages 4-7 is all about keeping it fun and exciting, while establishing a foundation for motor skill development. Basic movement and coordination skills will be introduced as kids learn to send the ball with their hands and scaled- down racquets. manhattantennisacademy.com
Mathnasium of Manhattan: The Mathnasium Enrichment Program is offered year-round for qualifying students in grades 2 through Algebra 1. This program allows for eight scheduled instruction hours per month. Each instructor works with 1-3 students every hour in a semi-private setting, combining individualized instruction with independent work! mathnasium.com
MusiBambino: At MusiBambino, kids get to play real musical instruments and imitate their teachers in fun group ensembles with friends. Specially-designed kid-sized violins, cellos, accordions and more await the touch of curious little hands. musibambino.com
Music for Aardvarks: Music for Aardvarks is an alternative to the traditional music class, with classes geared toward children ages 4 months to 4 years. With locations throughout the city, it makes music lessons a breeze. musicformanhattan.com
MyGym Harlem: In My Gym’s Tiny Tykes classes, for ages 7-13 months, children are led through a variety of beginning stretches, exercises, songs and dances, balance and agility skills, tumbling, and more. mygymisfun.com
New York Code + Design Academy: Designed for teens 13-18 without any prior experience in web design or development, the Web Development for Teens afterschool course provides instruction in the core skills and technologies of web development including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript with some Ruby. nycda.com
New York Jazz Academy: The dynamic Jelly Jamz curriculum draws upon classic and modern jazz, original songs, and folk music to encourage musical development. Through song, dance, rhythm, and movement, toddlers ages 6 months to 4 years experience an exciting musical repertoire. nyjazzacademy.com
NYChessKids: One of the largest youth chess programs available, NYChessKids spreads its love for the classic game through organized tournaments and afterschool chess programs throughout the city. nychesskids.com
NY City Explorers: Preschool 101 is an educational enrichment program that provides children ages 22 months to 4 years with an opportunity to experience a classroom setting and social learning environment. Classes are facilitated by enthusiastic teachers who provide engaging activities.
nycityexplorers.com & brooklynlearninggarden.com
New York Theater Ballet: Enroll your child in Ballet School NY’s pre-ballet classes (for ages 3-7) to inspire their imagination and teach the foundation for serious ballet. Students may also be invited to dance in New York Theatre Ballet’s professional productions! nytb.org
New York Kids Club: Science at NY Kids Club features hands-on experiments that instill a sense of excitement. Each class highlights a specific branch of science and introduces scientists in the fields. Children work individually, with lab partners, and as a team, applying the lessons to real world problems. nykidsclub.com
Pazzi Pasta: Pazzi is the result of a first-generation Southern Italian family’s quest to make it easier than ever to enjoy our homeland’s culinary traditions. They took on the task of studying the ingredients and dishes on Southern Italy’s most celebrated tables. Now, they’re bringing the best of those recipes—all healthy, uncomplicated and delicious—to the heart of Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. In addition to being a great family-friendly destination for dining, they also offer pasta-making classes throughout the year. Upcoming options include: Potato Gnocchi & Squash Gnocchi with Sun Dried Tomato Pesto (Saturday, April 18, 10am-1pm; Wednesday, April 22, 2015, 5-8pm); Baked Pasta | How to Make & Assemble the Perfect Meat and Vegetable Lasagna (Saturday, May 9 10am-1pm; Wednesday, May 20 at 5-8pm); and Stuffed Pasta | Ravioli, Tortellini, Caramelle (Saturday, June 20, 10am-1pm; Wednesday, June 24, 5-8pm). pazzipasta.com
The Peridance Capezio Center: The School at Peridance invites your young mover to shake, wiggle, and dance in their Creative Movement Class. Creative Movement will get your child learning and creating in class with ballet vocabulary and interactive activities. peridance.com
Physique Swimming: Take the plunge this winter with Physique Swimming! From beginners to advanced swimmers, classes will take students beyond basic skills and introduce a lifelong love of water. Their comprehensive learn-to-swim program will take young swimmers from bubbles to butterfly in no time. physiqueswimming.com
Planet Han: At Planet Han’s Mandarin Immersion Preschool Alternative, your child will learn language, math, science, and nature through songs, movement, and colorful visuals in a nurturing immersion environment. Stories are always the highlight of the class while a snack is provided! planethanchinese.com
Playgarden: Dance at Playgarden! Little ballerinas twirl, leap and plié in ballet classes set to live piano. Funky hip hop classes teach moves, rhythm and beat (18 months to 5 years). Dance classes culminate in a costume recital at the Museum of Jewish Heritage in June! playgardennyc.com
Poppyseed Pre-Nursery: Popping Tots class has it all—art, music, story circles, dancing, tumbling, and more! Tots and moms boogie and bond while forging new friendships. Babies, toddlers, and 2s are grouped by age and accompanied by adults. poppyseedprenursery.com
Prenatal Yoga Center: In Music for Babies class, babies and their caregivers experience songs, chants, movement activities, and instrument play. The class will be fun for both you and your child, full of stimulating musical experiences. You will also be amazed at how babies learn through music. prenatalyogacenter.com
Private Picassos: Private Picassos’ 45-minute group classes come directly to you! All class themes are age-appropriate and allow students to explore many different mediums. Kids will draw detailed self-portraits, create splatter paintings like Jackson Pollock, or build recycled robots! privatepicassos.com
RoboFun: Children in grades 3-6 will write scripts, create storyboards, and design characters using multiple types of media (including clay, paper, and toys) in order to shoot their own stop-motion animation videos. robofun.org
Royal Athletic Swimming: Royal Athletic Swimming offers a variety of class levels from Beginner to Swim Team. Their program, which has locations throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, is designed for swimmers to move smoothly from one level to the next as they progress in their swimming capabilities. royalswim.com
Rutgers Community Programs: Children ages 3.5-5 will learn favorite childhood songs, Broadway show tunes, and Disney classics in Sing ‘N Dance, using their imaginations and telling stories through music and dramatic play in this exciting new winter/spring class! rutgerschurch.org
The School at Steps: Baby Steps 1 (for ages 3-9 months) is designed for moms to get their pre-pregnancy bodies back while bonding with their child (expecting moms welcome). Baby Steps 2 (for ages 18-24 months) is for budding dancers and new parents to begin their dance journey together. stepsnyc.com/school
SciTech Kids: Afterschool and weekend programs enable budding scientists, ages 3-15 the ability to discover and explore STEM+the Arts (STEAM) through observations, experimentation, storytelling, and creative play. Kids will learn about ecosystems, chemical reactions, robotics, e-textiles, botany, 3D printing, and more. sci-techkids.com
Soccer by Coach Fher: Soccer by Coach Fher is offering soccer skills classes for little ones, starting at age 2. With classes on both the Upper East and the Upper West Sides, these classes are must-dos for the winter/spring season! coachfher.com
socialsklz:-): CLUBsocialsklz:-)is an interactive afterschool program which covers topics like greetings and introductions, social and communication skills, friendship, respect, grooming, body language, phone interaction, organization, gratitude, thoughtfulness, dining skills, being safe on the Internet, and more. Classes start January 6. socialsklz.com
SocRoc: Toddlers learn to kick, dribble, and score goals at SocRoc Soccer! Class starts with a song followed by fun fitness and stretching exercises. The bulk of the class involves teaching kids to use their feet with colored soccer balls, cones, and discs. jcsocroc.com
SPORTTIME Randall’s Island: Junior Tennis Kinetics is SPORTIME’s junior development program dedicated to meeting the needs of their Junior Tennis and Sports Members. JTK offers a tennis program for juniors in a safe and enriching environment. sportimeny.com
StageCoach Theatre Arts: The Early Stages class is perfect for youngsters ages 4-6 who have big imaginations. The 90-minute sessions introduce kids to singing, dancing, and acting in a fun environment. stagecoachschools.com
Super Soccer Stars: Super Soccer Stars teaches soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, and educational environment. Through their age-specific curriculum, they use soccer to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork. Kick & Play, their parent-child pre-soccer program, is perfect for tots ages 12-24 months. supersoccerstars.com & kickandplay.com
SwimJim: Formal swimming lessons reduce the risk of drowning by 88 percent. At SwimJim, students learn vital water safety skills while gaining comfort in a fun, safe aquatic environment. Specializing in children 6 months and older. swimjim.com
TADA! Youth Theater: In Curtain Up! Teen Cabaret, kids ages 9-14 learn how to present an exciting evening of music through a cabaret theme that they choose with their fellow cast members. Students will learn group songs and choreography from Broadway shows as well as songs from TADA!’s original musicals. tadatheater.com
Take Two Film Academy: Take Two is offering Monday Afterschool Filmmaking and Acting Workshops, Saturday Workshops, and February and March Break Workshops this winter for ages 8-14. taketwofilmacademy.com
Tennis Innovators: TI’s 10 & Under Tennis Academy provides a fast paced, high energy, totally fun learning experience. All equipment is provided, just bring your junior tennis player! tennisinnovators.com
TLB Music: Get into the groove with brain-boosting beats at TLB Music this winter! Every week, kids will learn about a new genre of dance, play the music that accompanies it, and explore the culture of its origin. tlbmusic.com
West Side Taekwondo: Pee Wee kids (ages 4-5) learn to focus, listen, and learn self-control using the Korean art of taekwondo. The exercise increases aerobic capacity, sharpens motor skills, and enhances flexibility. westsidetkd.com
Wildlife Conservation Society: Spend your winter break at the Zoo! Children will discover the natural world around them in this exciting wildlife adventure. Youngsters will participate in a variety of hands-on activities including live animal encounters, exhibit visits, crafts, & more! wcs.org/programs
YMCA Dodge: In Dancing Feet, kids ages 24 months to 4 years will move their feet to a musical beat and develop strength and focus while learning new moves. Global Arts To Go joins the Y for this exciting program! ymcanyc.org/dodge
YMCA Harlem: Kids Yoga at the Harlem YMCA is a special program designed to foster a calm and relaxing environment for kids. Classes include breathing exercises, warm ups, asanas, yoga games, and more. ymcanyc.org/harlem
YMCA Ridgewood: Dance classes at the Ridgewood YMCA have been re-designed, allowing for kids ages 2-9 years to build a variety of dance foundations including the use of ballet concepts. ymcanyc.org/ridgewood
Yogi Beans: At Baby Bean Yoga (for crawlers and walkers), the littlest of yogis explore yoga and movement through song, instruments, and play. As your baby flows between structured and unstructured activities, a consistent, music-based curriculum will help them learn and grow. Adult participation required. yogibeans.com
Yorkville Youth Athletic Association: Lacrosse is the fastest growing sport in Manhattan and Yorkville is introducing seasonal league play. Your child can learn the basics in the Introductory Clinic or new League Play. yyaa.org
ZGT: Watch as your child seamlessly develops language, social, music, and math skills in ZGT’s Mommy and Me class. Come sing and dance in Mandarin as you learn the basics of this beautiful language. ZGTnewyork.com
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