Looking for great after-school and weekend sports and activities for your kids this winter and spring? Whether they’re into sports, the arts, or robotics, there are so many options to explore in the Austin area. Browse the listings below to help you find the best classes for your family.
Sports
Austin Bouldering Project
After-School Clubs at Bouldering Project are all about supporting a love for climbing in a fun and nurturing environment. Clubs are designed to do more than just sharpen climbing abilities – they’re a platform for boosting self-confidence, fostering social connections, and enhancing overall physical well-being. By joining, your child can expect an exciting journey of personal growth and development.
Goldfish Swim School Northwest Hills
Summer fun doesn’t end when the kids go back to school, and there are tons of reasons to stay in swim lessons through fall! Swimming makes for a great after-school activity, and studies show swim lessons help children perform better in the classroom. Your kids will do some serious growing in their swimming skills and water safety, in addition to learning life skills and building confidence. Get more info here.
More Classes: i9 Sports, Archery Training Center, Austin Ninjas, Austin Bouldering Project, Austin Kung Fu Academy, Austin Kenpo Karate, Crux Climbing Center, Champions Gymnastics, Emler Swim School, Flying Fish Swim Academy, Jump Gymnastics, Rio Vista Farms, Parkour @ Tumble Tech, SkyCandy, Tumble Tech Gymnastics and Cheerleading, SportBall – Classes at schools throughout ATX, West Austin Youth Association, Westlake Athletic & Community Center, YMCA of Austin
Art and Acting
ZACH Theatre
Enjoy interactive theatre classes for kids and teens! ZACH continues to help young people find courage, creativity, and connection through performing arts. ZACH’s course sessions offer tons of fun choices for students in kindergarten through 12 grade.
More Classes: Art School at Laguna Gloria, Austin Creative Arts Center, Cordovan Art School, Fantastic Magic Camp, Figment Creative Labs, Hideout Theatre Improv Classes, Kids Acting Studio, The Art Garage
Coding and Robotics
My Coding Place
My Coding Place’s goal is to teach problem-solving skills through coding and chess to kids and teens in Austin. Their teachers are coders or chess players and their mission is to expose kids and teens to the art of computer programming and broader STEM topics to learn to think critically. Students will learn to translate logic to code by building cool projects to practice and reinforce concepts through different tools. Check out their Fall Class Schedule here.
More Classes: The Academy of Games, iCode Austin, Idea Lab, StartUp Kids Club, Best Brains Austin, Code Galaxy
Music
Orpheus Academy of Music
Orpheus Academy offers lessons for all ages and skill levels in guitar, piano, violin, singing and voice, and more. Enjoy musical fun and enriching experiences in both Austin and Cedar Park. Orpheus Academy takes the time to interview each potential student to ensure that their music lesson experience is joyful and helps them achieve their personal goals. Schedule your lessons today.
More Classes: Capital Music Center, Eastside Music School, Groundwork Music, Lonestar Guitar Academy, Lonestar School of Music, Mother Falcon Music Lab, School of Rock Austin
Dance
Ballet Austin
Ballet Austin offers classes for new and returning students ages 18 months to 18 years old. With classes from beginner (Level 1) through Intermediate and Advanced, Ballet Austin has something for every student, at every level. Get more information and their current class offerings here.
More Classes: Ballet Austin, Dance By Carly, Dance Discovery, Kids Elevated, Lonestar Dance, Synergy Dance Studio, The Little Gym
Cooking and Baking
Parent and Child Classes at Central Market
A super-fun upcoming class for parents and kids is Central Market’s Parent and Child Breakfast at Hogwarts and you can check out more here. Classes are age-appropriate, so please note the information in each class description prior to registration. One adult is required for every 1-2 kids.
More Classes: Bake Austin, Foodie Kids
Language Classes
Greater Austin YMCA
Language classes at the YMCA are designed for kids ages three and older and offer a fun learning environment with age-appropriate skill building. From an American Sign Language class to Spanish Immersion preschool, you can check out options for your family by getting more info here or emailing [email protected].
More Classes: Austin Spanish Academy, Live The Language, Mariposas Spanish School for Kids
Parent and Me Classes
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TuneBugz!
TuneBugz! fall classes are 12 weeks long and begin September 10. With class offerings for kids 0-8, TunBugz! has lots of options for music, movement, and language to engage your little one, and immerse your family in a love for music. Schedule your lessons today.
More Classes: Heartsong Music, Little Land Play Gym, Mi Casa es Tu Casa, Tinkergarten
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