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Choose the Best After-School Activity

Choose the Best After-School Activity for Your Child

With myriad activities available to children these days, it’s easy to get bogged down with all the options. Take this fun quiz to see which activity best suits your child. ››

Your child is a...

Social butterfly

On the weekends your kid is... Lone wolf

Your child’s dream job is...

Outside Watching TV Astronaut President

Is he a picky eater? Is she the leader of the pack? Her favorite subject is... Your child’s room is...

No Yes Yes No Science English Clean Messy

Does he love being physical? What’s the first thing she does in the car? Is he smarter than you? What’s more important?

Yes No Roll down window Turn on radio Yes Grades Experience

Sports

Your child is a ball of energy, so make sure you put it to good use. Team sports, such as basketball or soccer, are a great way to learn team work while also staying fit and active.

The Arts

Dance, drama, or a music class would be a great fit for your kid. She is creative and has a zest for life that just can’t be contained. You might have a potential triple-threat on your hands!

Academic Enrichment

Your smarty pants can’t get enough of reading, writing, and arithmetic. Many tutoring centers also offer enrichment classes, espeically during the summer. Get your Einstein learning all year long.

Art Class

If your child is constantly drawing or painting at home, save yourself the mess and get him into an art class. Art is a great way for your little Picasso to express himself.

The Westchester School

914-376-4300

• NYS approved and funded non-public school providing therapeutic and educational services to students diagnosed with AU, MD, ID, OHI, OI, ED, & PWD, ages 3 - 21, with locations in Yonkers & North Salem

• Ungraded, self-contained classrooms with a student to staff ratio of 12:1:4 & 8:1:2 in SchoolAged classrooms and a ratio of 10:1:2 in Preschool classrooms

• Customized classroom instruction based on IEP goals, enhanced with SMART boards, IPads, and computers in every classroom

• Counseling, Behavioral Services, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, as well as Speech and Language Therapy • Assistance with transitioning to post academic life by providing Vocational and Job Skill opportunities • Adaptive Physical Education and a Sensory Room

www.westchesterschool.org

ROCKLAND Coupé Theatre Studio

430 Market St., Nanuet 845-623-2808 coupedance.com

Coupé’s mission is to teach dance and theater arts with integrity, while providing the best possible training at affordable prices in a supportive space. Our exceptional teaching staff provides each student the opportunity to explore what dance is to them, whether training once a week or as a pre-professional.

NY United BJJ

9 N. Airmont Road, Suite 220, Airmont 845-499-6893 nyunitedbjj.org khyl@nyunitedbjj.org

NY United BJJ, serving families interested in the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Folk Style Wrestling, and Catch Wrestling. Our curriculum is designed for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. Our proven methods are used for specialized law enforcement tactics, self-defense, anti-bullying, competition Jiu Jitsu, and competitive wrestling.

Tumble-Bee Gymnastics and Fitness

401 Market St., Nanuet 845-623-2553 tumble-beegymnastics.com

Tumble-Bee Gymnastics and Fitness offers an education in gymnastics, fitness, and fun. Serving Rockland for 35 years, we offer programs for children ages 10 months to 12 years. Our staff is warm, caring, and well-trained to work with your child building confidence and self-esteem to achieve success in the future.

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WESTCHESTER Hoff-Barthelson Music School

25 School Lane, Scarsdale 914-723-1169 hbms.org hb@hbms.org

Westchester’s premier music school offers lessons and classes for all ages from 9 months to adult. Students receive a comprehensive music education that includes private lessons, theory classes, ensemble instruction, and numerous performance opportunities with professional accompaniment in a supportive, joyful learning environment. Flexible tuition structure. Financial aid available.

Hommocks Park Ice Rink

Boston Post Road and Weaver Street, Larchmont 914-834-1069 townofmamaroneckny.org/recreation

Mamaroneck’s enclosed Hommocks Park Ice Skating Rink offers public skating sessions daily except Wednesday. Skating lessons available for ages 4 to adult. Our distinguished figure skating school includes lessons and competitions for all skill levels. House hockey program for ages 5-12 provides USA-certified instruction, basic hockey strategy, and league play.

Huntington Learning Center

1-800-CAN-LEARN (226-5327) Eastchester, Scarsdale, Yorktown huntingtonhelps.com

Huntington is the premier tutoring and test prep provider, including SAT/ACT and state tests, for kindergarten to 12th grades. The company prides itself on personalized attention and proven results. Founded in 1977, Huntington’s mission is to give every student the best education possible. Tutoring is available in-center and online.

Kids’ B.A.S.E. & The Little School

307 Mamaroneck Road, Scarsdale 914-472-5409 kbls.org

Kids’ B.A.S.E. & The Little School encompass before- and after-school programs for school age children in the Scarsdale public schools, and preschool (ages 2-5). The Little School provides Breakfast Club, extended day program until 6:30pm, enrichments, and sports. The Little School is licensed by NYS OCFS and accredited by NAEYC.

New Rochelle Racquet Club at Pine Brook Fitness

130 Rhodes St., New Rochelle 914-636-1003 pinebrookfitness.com/nrrc-home

Keep your kids active and having fun after school at the New Rochelle Racquet Club at Pine Brook Fitness. NRRC offers a pathway of tennis programs (ages 3 and older) for beginners just starting out all the way to players ready for tournament level play. Join the tennis community!

Ninja Gymnastics Factory

420 W. 238th St., at West 238th Street and Irwin Avenue, Riverdale area of the Bronx 914-343-3903 ninjagymnasticsfactory.com info@ninjagymnasticsfactory.com

Ninja Gymnastics Factory is a newly renovated children’s fun fitness facility. We have programs for all age groups from toddlers to teens including gymnastics and ninja classes, camps, birthday parties, grown-up and me, dropin workshops, and community events. Our unique space and flexible scheduling guarantee we’ll have something for you.

The Rock Club at Pine Brook Fitness

130 Rhodes St., New Rochelle 914-633-7625 pinebrookfitness.com/the-rock-club

Whether you are new to climbing or a seasoned after-school pro, young climbers will discover adventure at The Rock Club. Our after-school programs not only teach the basics of rock climbing, they promote confidence, focus, team building, and general fitness. All ages and skill levels are welcomed.

Sportime USA

380 Saw Mill River Road, Elmsford 914-592-2111 x2 sportimeusa.com

Sportime USA is the ideal place to visit after school! With a restaurant on the premises, and activities for all ages, including a Superfly Thrill Ride, four-dimensional motion theater, laser tag, rock-climbing wall, a Ballocity Arena, batting cages, bumper cars, Himalaya coaster, kiddie rides, video and prize ticket games, billiards, and soft-adventure play area.

Steffi Nossen School of Dance

216 Central Park Ave., White Plains 914-328-1900 steffinossen.org

We are back live in the studio wearing masks and following safety precautions. Since 1937 our nurturing, engaging environment develops dancers’ strength and coordination, builds confidence, and encourages creativity. To learn about classes in modern, ballet, tap, hip-hop creative movement, adaptive, and kids’ musical theater, check our website, call, or email.

Studio B Dance Center

277 White Plains Road (entrance on Prospect Avenue), Eastchester 914-793-2799 studiobdance.com

The award-winning studio offers classes seven days a week for children ages 2 and older. Convenient classes for siblings and a wide range of styles makes this studio a favorite dance destination for busy families. “We don’t teach kids to make great dancers, we teach dance to make great kids.”

Westchester Gymnastics & Cheer

5 Skyline Drive, Hawthorne 914-592-2324 westchestergymnastics.net tara@westchestergymnastics.net

The most experienced program in Westchester (49 years running) for all ages and abilities. Our programs teach the fundamentals of the sport while developing coordination, flexibility, strength, and self-confidence. We have a thriving program for competitive gymnasts striving to reach their highest potential too!

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