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After-School Activities Guide
After-School Activities Guide
The benefits of children participating in extracurricular activities have been well documented for years. Studies show that kids engaged in sports, the arts, leadership organizations and more typically improve their social, creative, academic, organizational and goalsetting skills, not to mention the boost in a child’s self-esteem as they learn and master new skills.
Here are some great after-school activity options for you and your kids to consider this year. In addition to this guide, you will find a searchable guide to these activities and many other family resources at www.metrofamilymagazine. com/everything-guide.
Aqua-Tots Swim School
8405 N Rockwell Ave, Ste 1-4 405-721-1871 www.aqua-tots.com/locations/usa/oklahoma/oklahoma-city/
Offers indoor, year round swimming lessons for kids ages 4 months and up including parent/tot and advance technique. Incorporating selfsave, learn-to-swim strategies and more. Class size is capped at four students ensuring maximum swim time in each lesson and parents are provided individualized feedback after each lesson.
Artsy Learning Center
1215 36th Ave NW, Norman
405-343-4064 www.artsylearningcenter.com
Art instruction focusing on famous artists’ work and creating art similar to theirs, with a new artist featured each week. Many types of mediums taught including drawing, painting, clay, collage and more. For ages 7-12. Fall & Spring sessions hosted weekly on Mondays, 3:30-4:30pm, from Oct. 12-Nov. 30 and Feb. 1-Mar. 15. $200/session.
Artsy Rose
7739 W Hefner Rd
405-603-8550 www.artsyrose.com
Offering an assortment of art activities for all ages with the belief that everyone should celebrate their creativity, originality and imagination through the wonderful world of art. Art camps, craft classes and lessons using a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, sculpting and more.
Cadence Equestrian
14150 S Pine St, Edmond
405-348-7469 www.cadenceequestrian.com
Cadence Equestrian offers year-round horseback riding lessons for children. Enroll anytime by calling or visiting the website. For ages 5 and up.
Classical Ballet School
12008 N Virginia Ave
405-755-5540 www.classicalballetschoolokc.com
Offering ages 3-7 an imaginative ballet education through a magical story-based environment. Fall classes focus on “Enchanted Forest” theme. Instruction in classical ballet technique offered for ages 8 and up.
Community Dance Center of Oklahoma City University
2501 N Blackwelder
405-208-5508 www.okcu.edu/community-dance-center/home
Classes for all ages in a variety of styles taught by qualified teachers with convenient class times. There is no charge to participate in the end of year showcase, costumes are provided and admission is free. The center offers dance education to all children in a safe and fun environment. $10-$45/ month. Scholarships are available. Now enrolling for classes that begin after Labor Day. Ages 3-adult.
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The Dance Department
1110 S Air Depot Boulevard, #11, Midwest City
405-673-1813 www.thedancedepartmentokc.com
Offering ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hip-hop and creative movement lessons for dancers ages 3-18, both competitive and recreational companies. Enrollment is Aug. 2 from 4-9pm. Classes start week of Aug. 20.
Edmond Fine Arts Institute
27 E Edwards St, Edmond
405-340-4481 www.edmondfinearts.com
Offers a variety of kid and adult classes and camps taught by trained and professional artists. A MetroFamily Family Favorite honoree.
Edmond Parks & Recreation
After-School Programming 2733 Marilyn Williams Dr, Edmond
405-359-4630 www.edmondok.com/parks/rec
Edmond Parks and Recreation offers after-school programming for ages 8-17 that includes activities such as theatre, archery, outdoor living, the arts and more. Classes are offered weekly September through November and continue in the spring. Call to enroll. Programs range from $5-$40.
Edmond Parks & Recreation
Extracurricular Classes & Camps 2733 Marilyn Williams Dr, Edmond
405-359-4630 www.edmondok.com/parks/rec
Edmond Parks and Recreation offers an array of classes for ages 2 through adults including social painting, dance, theatre, arts and crafts, sewing, science, fitness, self-defense and photography. Weekly classes are hosted all year and camps are held during Fall Break, Spring Break and summer. Class prices range from free to $40; camps range up to $240. Call to enroll.
Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma
6100 N Robinson
405-528-4475 www.gswestok.org
Gives girls the opportunity to take the lead. They become go-getters, innovators, risk-takers; they become leaders. Girls begin to identify and solve problems in their community, discover STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) and develop a love for the outdoors. Offered throughout the academic year. Visit gswestok.org/join to enroll; grades K-12; annual membership fee is $25.
Goldfish Swim School
10 NW 146th St, Edmond
405-696-7500 www.goldfishswimschool.com
Year-round swim lessons for ages 4 months to 12 years. The Perpetual Lessons model lets you choose a lesson time that fits the family’s
schedule and allows month-to-month payment. Low student-toteacher ratio ensures a safe, fun environment.
Lyric’s Thelma Gaylord Academy
1727 NW 16th St
405-524-9310 www.ThelmaGaylordAcademy.com
Offers musical theatre education, productions and private lessons that begin any time. Instruction is catered to ages 3-18 and prices range from $25-$450. Enroll online or by calling.
Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art
1900 W. MacArthur, Shawnee
405-878-5605 www.mgmoa.org
The Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art’s After School Art Classes offer a unique environment for learning and creativity. Each semester, the museum offers several five-week fine art and theater classes; the sessions culminate with student art exhibits and performances. Enrollment opens Aug. 1. Discounts and scholarships available. Ages 7-18. $80 per five-week session with supplies included. EPIC vendor.
Metro Gymnastics
7420 N Broadway Ste A
405-848-5308 www.metrogymokc.com
In its 37th year, Metro Gymnastics offers innovative gymnastics classes for walking toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children as well as a competitive team. Instructors work hard to make sure each child feels successful, providing an organized and clearlyoutlined curriculum with monthly lesson plans and creative themes. A MetroFamily Family Favorite honoree.
Oklahoma City Ballet Yvonne Chouteau School
6800 N Classen Blvd
405-843-9898 www.okcballet.org/school/
The official school of Oklahoma City Ballet and Oklahoma’s only American Ballet Theatre® Certified School. Classes for students ranging from age three to adult and from beginner to advanced in a disciplined yet nurturing environment. Instructors are certified in the American Ballet Theatre® National Training Curriculum, which embraces sound movement principles and incorporates the best of the French, Italian and Russian training methods.
Classes offered include Pre-Ballet, Ballet, Pointe, Men’s Technique, Modern, Character, Jazz, Adult Ballet, Yoga and Zumba.
The Oklahoma City Museum of Art
415 Couch Dr
405-236-3100 www.okcmoa.com
The museum exists to connect visitors with art, each other and the world. Experiences are designed for all ages and many are free with admission. Most classes and programs include visits to the galleries to find inspiration from exhibitions on view. Professional teaching artists facilitate all offerings.
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Oklahoma Swim Academy
Key Fit Club in Edmond & Lighthouse Fitness Center
405-509-5415 www.oklahomaswim.com
Individualized instruction offered yearround ranging from infant swim survival lessons to adult lessons following the pace and schedule of students. With a tagline of “Swim with Purpose,” they help teach infants and toddlers to rescue themselves if they fall into a pool.
Oklahoma Youth Literacy Program
3663 North Lottie Ave
405-822-9900 www.okylpOKC.org
Programs that get kids excited about literacy in addition to tutoring, homework assistance, free meals, life enrichment and life skills. Transportation fee from surrounding areas $25 per week. Registration fee is $25. Offered Monday-Friday 2:30-5:30 p.m. For PreK-12th grade. Aug. 20-May 24.
Oops I Arted
15200 Traditions Blvd, Bldg A, Ste. 2, Edmond
405-476-9211 www.oopsiarted.com
Offers art classes for all ages. Create masterpieces in clay, acrylics, watercolor, mixed media and other child-friendly mediums. Offers classes in cardboard weaving, cardboard sculpture and a multitude of other creative and fun endeavors. Centrally located in Traditions Business Centre and easily accessible to Edmond, OKC and surrounding areas. After School classes begin Aug. 24. See the website for class schedule and to enroll.
Reclaiming Arts
312 South Coltrane, Edmond
405-435-4255 www.reclaimingarts.com
Offers a wide variety of classes in dance, aerial, voice, theatre and instrument for all ages and levels including recreational and professional training. Teachers are passionate about providing excellent training and an atmosphere that inspires their students to succeed. Their mission is to glorify God through ALL forms of art. Reclaiming Arts has a 150 seat theatre in studio, which is perfect for their parent previews and studio experiences. Classes are for ages 2 and up and cost $35/week. Held from Aug. 20-May 24.
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Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History
2401 Chautauqua Ave, Norman
405-325-4712 www.samnoblemuseum.ou.edu
Offers a variety of activities for kids of all ages. Join Spike’s Club and explore the natural world through its animals and environments. Or, experience the hands-on, immersive exhibits on Free First Mondays for Kids, which offers complimentary admission to the museum for anyone age 17 and under. Registration for Fall programs is now open at samnoblemuseum.ou.edu/education-2. For a full list of upcoming events, visit samnoblemuseum.ou.edu/calendar. Registration cost varies per event. Discounts are available for museum members.
SoccerCity of Oklahoma City
4520 Old Farm Rd, Oklahoma City
405-748-3888 www.soccercityokcity.com
Offers Lil Kickers for toddlers through age 9 all year long (next session starts Aug. 13), leagues for all ages, tournaments, camps during all school breaks, clinics and provides training times for soccer and other indoor sports. A MetroFamily Family Favorite honoree.
Studio J School of Dance
420 S Santa Fe Ave, Edmond
405-348-3377 www.studiojdanceok.com
Offers students of all ages and abilities the opportunity for self expression and faith through dance. Ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, lyrical contemporary and clogging classes taught my instructors with a combined 85 years of experience. Classes hosted September through May and summer programs available. A MetroFamily Family Favorite honoree.
The Studio of The Sooner Theatre
110 E. Main St, Norman
405-321-9600 www.soonertheatre.com
The Studio of The Sooner Theatre offers performing arts classes in musical theatre, acting, dance technique (ballet/jazz, tap, hip-hop), singing, magic and more. Enrollment event offered Aug. 7 for current students and Aug. 8 for new and/or current students. May also enroll by phone. For ages 3-18. $360-$510/year.
To The Beat Academy
Toddler & Me Music Makers Class 7700 N Council Rd (The Gate Church gym)
405-728-7700 www.facebook.com/tothebeatdance
Offers a music class for toddlers (18 months to 4 years) and a parent, introducing children to music and rhythm. Classes incorporate interactive songs and activities that introduce and utilize dance, pitch, storytelling and musical games. Eight week session starts Sept. 11 and will be held Tuesdays from 10:15-11:15 a.m. Cost is $80 for one child; $50 for an additional child. Call to enroll.
Twist & Shout Training Center
Edmond and Norman locations Edmond: 405-775-9491
Norman: 405-573-9974 www.shouterspirit.com
Offers competitive and non-competitive tumbling and cheerleading for ages 4 and up. Many of their competitive teams have won national awards. A MetroFamily Family Favorite honoree.
Unpluggits Paint & Play
575 Enterprise Dr, Ste 110, Edmond
405-340-7584 www.unpluggits.com
Unpluggits Paint & Play offers paint-and-take crafts, paint-your-own pottery, after-school clay workshops and ceramic painting as well as a playground open weekdays until 6 p.m. or later. Walk in Paint & Play (for ages 2-10) includes easel painting, play-dough and time to play on the playground. Visit online calendar to see after-school clay workshops (for ages 5 and up). $8 for drop-in activities, $25-$45 for clay workshops.
Upward Sports at New Covenant United Methodist
2700 S Boulevard, Edmond
405-562-3200 www.newcov.tv/upward
Offers basketball (Kindergarten to high school) and cheer instruction (Kindergarten to 8th grade). Season starts in November with final games at the end of February. Upward Sports is an established program that promotes developing the total athlete mentally, athletically, spiritually and socially. It is a Christ-focused sports league that helps children discover Christ through sports.
Velocity Dance Center
11122 N. Rockwell Ave., #11
405-721-8807 www.oklahomacitydancestudio.com
Velocity’s teachers aim to spark a love of dance in every child. Their special events foster community and friendship for the dancers and their parents. A variety of age-appropriate classes in ballet, jazz, tap, and hip-hop for ages 2 to 18 are offered, and their Leap N Learn curriculum was specifically designed for young dancers. Their free Discover Dance Days on Aug. 4 or 11 are a great way to try out a variety of dance styles to see what is a good fit for your child (sign up for this event at their website). Their Open House for enrollees on Aug. 12, 12-3 p.m. provides the opportunity to visit the facility, get free swag and more. Fall classes begin on Aug. 20; costs start at $43/ month. A MetroFamily Family Favorite honoree.
YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City
Multiple locations ymcaokc.org
Swim programs, soccer, martial arts, baseball, football, volleyball and more offered at multiple YMCA branches, all designed to provide skill instruction, youth development, healthy living and social responsibility through a supportive environment. A MetroFamily Family Favorite honoree.
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LYRIC ACADEMY FALL PROGRAMSProductions Classes Lessons Camps
Fall musical production, ages 7-18:
PLUS weekly classes for all ages including: musical theatre, dance, acting PreK creative drama and much more!
Scholarships available for all camps and classeswww.ThelmaGaylordAcademy.com 405/524-9310
After-School Activities
For more after-school activities and dozens of other family resources, check out our searchable online guides.
metrofamilymagazine.com/everything-guide
“I am so glad my child gets to experience the magic of ballet while also being supported in her growth as a dancer and a person.”
~ Jessie M.
Jo Rowan, Dance Dept. Chair
Now Enrolling!
Dance classes for all ages!
Community Dance Center
Imagine a place where...
friendships BLOSSOM and laughter becomes a DANCE where eyes shine BRIGHTLY and curiosity SOARS
ENCHANTED FOREST
Imaginative ballet education for boys & girls ages 3 - 6
CLASSICAL BALLET SCHOOL
405.755.5540 classicalballetschoolokc.com
Classes Begin Aug 6
Jazz
Hip Hop
Creative Movement
TapBallet
Scholarships Available
Trained Instructors
Small Class Sizes
No-Hassle Spring Performance
Community Dance Center
405.208.5508 | CommunityDanceCenter@okcu.edu okcu.edu/community-dance-center
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The Dance Department
Learn. Create. Inspire.
Discover Dance Days FREE
FREE TRIAL CLASSTap � Jazz � Ballet Modern � HipHop � Adult Tap
Classes start August 20th. Enroll online after July 2nd.
Enroll at the studio August 2nd from 4-8. For all ages. Please call for more information.
thedancedepartment@gmail.com
www.thedancedepartmentokc.com 732-7722
Create masterpieces in clay, acrylics, watercolor, mixed media and other child friendly mediums.
Enroll Now for After School Art Class Beginning August 24th, 4-5:30 pm.
oops i arted
405.476.9211 15200 Traditions Blvd, Bldg A Ste.2 Edmond
Visit oopsiarted.com for more information
AUGUST 4 & 11 Save your space at www.oklahomacitydancestudio.com
Welcoming Environment
Live Stream Monitors to view your child's progress
24/7 Easy Online EnrollmentHassle Free Recital
Classes for ages 2 and up Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop
ENROLL BEGINNING AUGUST 7!
Audition and Non-audition classes for grades pre-K-12
Musical Theatre Productions Acting • Musical Theatre Theatre Dance Technique Tap • Hip Hop • Magic Private Voice & Guitar and more! www.soonertheatre.com • (405) 321-9600
CREATING QUALITY ART for a Higher Purpose
Offering a wide variety of classes in dance, aerial, theatre, and music for all ages and levels.
11122 N Rockwell Ave Ste A-11 OKC 405-721-8807
admin@oklahomacitydancestudio.com www.oklahomacitydancestudio.com
info@reclaimingarts.com
Enroll Now! Classes begin August 20th
405-435-4255 / reclaimingarts.com
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