Studies have proven that extracurricular activities help children thrive socially and academically.
The benefits of participating in classes beyond regular school include:
- improved social skills
- increased self-confidence and self-esteem
- sense of responsibility
- leadership skills
- higher academic success
- better time management skills
- improved self-awareness and sense of purpose
- reduced stress
- increased happiness
These classes are perfect for all ages. It is never too early or too late to start.
Below, please find great, local After-School Activities and Classes ready to enroll your kiddo right now.
| 🎨 Art |
Little Fish Art Studio (Metuchen) Offering art lessons for students ages 4-14 in the Central Jersey area, for eighteen years. Encouraging creativity while teaching technical skills in traditional art such as color pencils, oil pastels, watercolor and acrylic painting.
Westerhouse School of Music & Art (Edison) Offering a comprehensive Art Program introducing drawing, painting, and three-dimensional work in all media with individualized itinerary that allows the students to develop technique along with their own unique style of expression. The classes include art appreciation and an introduction to art history.
YMCA (Rahway) Art students are encouraged to express themselves creatively and discover their inner talents. Within the spectrum of arts, the Y has programs for kids of all ages to experience excitement and vibrancy through the arts.
Across the Floor Dance & Gymnastics
97 Main Street, Woodbridge, NJ 07095 | 732.726.9090
acrossthefloor.com
Offering recreational and competitive classes, this studio is passionate about inspiring and encouraging your student. Why choose dance or tumbling? Your Child Will:- Have fun - Be more social - Gain confidence! You Can: - See your child smile - Run an errand - Call a friend to catch up. You Both Will:- Smile - Be healthier - Meet new friends!
European School of Dance & Performing Arts
566 New Brunswick Ave, Fords, NJ 08863 | 908.873.6097
EuropeanSchoolofDancenj.com
Local dance studio with classes for children from 2.5 years to adults. Classes include: ballet, pointe, contemporary , modern, jazz, acrobatics, musical theater, and more. On site dance boutique featuring Capezio Dancewear at discounted prices.
Center for Dance Education (Clark) Promoting the art of dance in our area as an exquisite & refined art form, and enhancing the lives & self esteem of our students through classes and performances for ages 2-18.
Joy's Dance School (Fords) Everyone is a dancer inside and everyone is welcome at this school to enjoy proper training to become the dancer and performer they want to be.
La Dance (Linden) Helping students develop a sense of pride in their accomplishments while offering a wide variety of classes that challenge the individual needs of every student, at every age and for every ability! Competition & performing School.
NJ Dance Academy (Edison) Providing comprehensive, technique-based dance instruction at both the recreational and Company Team level.
Nritya Creations Academy of Dance (Iselin) Award-Wining Dance Institute Promoting Multidisciplinary Dance: Bharatanatyam, Bollywood, Kathak, Semi-Classical, Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop and Award Winning Fusion Choreography.
🤸Gymnastics |
Henderson Gymnastics (Edison) Gymnastic instruction for all levels from preschool to advanced competition.
Surgeant's Elite Gymnastics (Roselle Park & Westfield) Fully air-conditioned and equipped with the most modern innovations in gymnastics equipment, each location has multiple sets of the six events for boys and four events for girls with mats, climbing equipment and obstacle courses that adjust appropriately for age and skill level. Cheerleading and Open Gym hours also available
YMCA (Rahway) Youth gymnastics classes to increase strength, flexibility, agility, and confidence in youth. At the Y, gymnastics is taught in a progressive manner, by age and skill level, developing tumbling skills and use of gymnastics equipment in a fun and open environment.
🥋 Martial Arts |
Byakko Martial Arts
986 Amboy Avenue, Edison NJ | 732.520.8224
thebmadojo.com or facebook page
Children's Martial Arts Classes! No Contracts! Unlimited Classes! Affordable Rate!
Driven Gym
97 Main Street Woodbridge, New Jersey 07095 | 732.582.6551
drivenmmanj.com
Driven Gym offer Mixed Martial Arts for ages 6 years and up!
Not only will Martial Arts teach your child self defense, but also discipline!
Bring your child in for a FREE TRIAL & watch them have so much fun!!
America's Finest Karate & Kickboxing Academy (Linden) Classes for everyone: kids, women and men in forms, weapons, breaking, self-defense, semi-contact sparring, continuous contact sparring, competitions, tournaments and more
Black Belt Institute (Metuchen) Black Belt Institute has been Metuchen and Edison's leader in Martial arts & Fitness since 1993. During this time we have taught martial arts, moral and mental skills to thousands of adults and children from all walks of life. Try a FREE Lil Dragon or Tae Kwon Do class now!
Dragonfit Martial Arts (Linden) Parents with kids in Linden and surrounding area! It's very important that you find a SAFE, CLEAN, and AFFORDABLE After School Program for your child! (Read below!) Tons of parents like you are already saving spots for their children and we have limited spots. We only accept awesome kids who love to be healthy, active, and have fun! Send us a message for more information!
Satori Martial Arts Academy (Edison) It’s never been easier to begin your personal journey of self-discovery and begin learning martial arts — simply enter your information into the form here to sign up for a FREE two class trial at Satori Academy of Martial Arts!
🎼 Music |
Rockness Music (Metuchen) Teaching Mommy and Me style music classes for parents and their kiddos aged 0-6 in Metuchen, Wednesday mornings. Totally safe, and totally fun. Lets get these kids moving and grooving in our outdoor Rockness class! The same music experience you are used to, but with the wind blowing and the birds chirping at Tommy's Pond.
The Most Music and Art School (Metuchen) The Most Music School is Middlesex County’s newest premier music school that aspires to provide quality education in music. It is owned and organized by the same highly esteemed co-directors of the Verdi Music Academy, one of the largest music academies in Northern New Jersey, and since 2004, The Most Music School has successfully taught approximately 2,000 students of all ages and levels.
Westerhouse School of Music & Art (Edison) Offering private and group music instruction in piano, drums, guitar, violin, viola, cello, clarinet, saxophone, flute and voice for students ages 6 through adult.
Young Mozart Music Academy (Edison) Quality teachers, instruments and instruction for piano, violin, guitar, voice, music theory, viola, cello, bass, drums, flute, saxophone and more.
⚽ Sports |
Kids United - Woodbridge
250 Woodbridge Center Drive, Woodbridge, NJ 07095 | 732.305.2999
kidsunited.com/woodbridge
Teaching children how to make healthier and more creative decisions in their lives; to conquer personal challenges that will give them self-confidence and motivation to achieve the most they can out of life through sports.
Try 1 FREE class and start your child's path to success!
YMCA (Rahway) Teaching kids the fundamentals, good sportsmanship, and teamwork, as well as give them the opportunity to gain confidence that comes from playing on a team. Youth sports at The Gateway Family Y is about building the whole child from the inside out.
🔬 STEM |
CODE NINJAS (Piscataway) Build video games, learn to code, have a blast! At our centers, kids learn to code while building their own video games. They gain problem solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment. Spark your child's inner ninja now!
YMCA (Rahway) Providing students support, encouragement and resources to improve their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) skills, comprehension and passion.
🧑🎓 Tutoring |
Sylvan Learning Center of Woodbridge
1009 St. Georges Ave., Colonia, NJ, 07067 | 908.463.7207
locations.sylvanlearning.com/woodbridge-nj
Delivering a Highly Personalized Learning Experience to Improve Skills, Grades and Confidence. Your Child is Unique. With Sylvan, You'll Get Personalized Tutoring to Match. Back-to-School Starter Pack now just $199! Start the School Year Strong with Sylvan! Get your first Four(4) Tutoring Sessions and a Sylvan Insight Assessment for only $199!
IES Test Prep (Metuchen) Full tutoring service in person or online. Available courses and private tutoring.
PALS Learning Center (Edison) PALS has developed a truly innovative supplementary education system that helps students excel in school. The study program is personalized based on the needs of each student.
Princeton Review Test Prep (Edison) Preparing your student for ACT, SAT, PSAT, GMAT, LSAT, MCAT and so much more.
