New York City Kids Lessons, Classes & Afterschool Programs Guide
CLASSES. They add enrichment, they give us downtime, they're places to meet other parents...and nowhere do you have a wider range of classes available than in NYC. From Mommy and Me Classes to Foreign Language Playgroups, Circus Arts to Swimming, find some of the best, most unique and well-loved classes in our listings and write-ups below.
FREE FALL DEMO CLASSES: Try before you buy during the free demo season this Fall. Find ones near you.
GIVE BACK: Help another child start the school year off right. Please visit the Coalition for the Homeless's Project Back to School website to find out how you can contribute.
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Music & Dance ClassesDrum Lessons with John Thomakos Moey's Music Party (mention Mommy Poppins and get a free DVD)
Art & Theater Classes
Language Classes
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Sports & Gym ClassesSwimming LessonsTennis Lessons
Fencing Lessons
Yoga Classes
Technology Workshops
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Multi-Class PlayspacesPreSchool AlternativesBody and Spirit Program of Rutgers Church Childs Play (10% off Mommy & Me playgroups & Mandarin drop-off classes or playgroups w/ code Mommy Poppins)
Coaching & TutoringFasTrack Kids Math and Reading Religion Classes
Special Needs ClassesConnect the Dots Occupational Therapy, PLLC Pediatric Speech Pathology Practice
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Mommy and Me Swimming Classes
Mommy and Me Swim Classes (or Daddy and Me) are a wonderful way to spend time with your baby or toddler that's enjoyable for both of you. During the winter it's especially wonderful to take off your clothes and slip into the heated pool with your delicious little jelly bean.
Mommy and Me Music Classes
Babies can respond to music before they can do a lot of other things, so it's no wonder that music classes are often the first Mommy and Me you'll try out with your little donut.
Free Swimming Lessons
The New York City Parks Department provides a variety of free, water-based programs for all ages and levels, ranging from swim lessons to recreational swimming to training for swim team competition.
Foreign Language Playgroups
Whether you want to preserve your heritage, develop your child's brain, or prepare them for the eventual Chinese world dominance, there are many foreign language playgroups in New York City, ready to help you out.
Free Afterschool Classes and Programs
After-school programs can be expensive. Luckily there are also lots of great, high quality after school programs that are free. Absolutely free.
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