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After School
Programs

The best lineup of after-school activities for kids in the

Boulder County area.

ABC Kids Climbing

ABC Kids Climbing

1960 32nd Street | Boulder, CO USA 80301

Ages:

2.5 - 19

Hours & Days:

ABC Kids Climbing offers year-round classes, clubs, teams, open gym and private instruction along with seasonal indoor and outdoor camps for climbers of all abilities. Our programs are thoughtfully and intentionally designed by experienced climbing educators specifically for children. Special climbing programs including School Day Off Camps and Parents Night Out!

(303) 443-5437

BVSD Lifelong Learning

BVSD Lifelong Learning

Ages:

K - 8th grade

Hours & Days:

Offering high-quality enrichment classes before and after school at 29 BVSD schools. Let your kids get creative, get active and get smart with classes in cooking, chess, sports, robotics, filmmaking, Spanish, coding and more! Please visit our website for complete class listings and to register online.

(720) 561-5968

Boulder Performing Arts Company

Boulder Performing Arts Company

Ages:

5 - 14 years

Hours & Days:

Musical theater singing, acting, dancing and voice lessons. Over 40 years working with kids in Boulder. Our studio is about having fun and developing your skill. We meet each student at their ability level to help them grow with self-confidence, creativity & friendship. Once-a-week classes with a final production, costumed on stage for friends and family. Show themes change each semester and are geared to entertain children and families.

Boulder Rock Club

Boulder Rock Club

Ages:

4 - 12 years

Hours & Days:

Our afterschool Youth Climbing Club allows kids to get some physical exercise after a long day of school. We have passionate Instructors who love to climb and share climbing games and skills with kids. Kids get to climb in a supportive and motivating environment. Challenging but not overwhelming, these programs accommodate individual needs while helping to develop teamwork and leadership skills. Our Climbing Clubs runs in four 8-week sessions unless otherwise noted. Trailhead Tiny Tots for ages 4-5 Saturday from 9-10am. Basecamp Buddies for ages 6-8 on Mondays, Tuesday, or Thursdays from 4-5:30pm. Ridgeline Rangers for ages 9-11 on Mondays, Tuesday, or Thursdays from 5:30-7pm. Summit Seekers for ages 12+ on Wednesdays and Fridays from 4:30-6:30pm. Bonus! As part of their Climbing Club enrollment, each child receives a BRC Membership* while enrolled in Climbing Club! *Climbing Club Memberships do not include: Guest Passes, First Timer Passes, or Climb Pass.

(303) 720-6158

CU Science Discovery — CU Boulder

CU Science Discovery — CU Boulder

CU Boulder 1560 30th Street

Ages:

Grades K-8

Hours & Days:

CU Science Discovery offers a variety of school year enrichment programs including afterschool, homeschool, BVSD day-off and holiday classes for K-8 participants. All classes explore a variety of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) topics using a hands-on, experiential learning approach designed to complement what your child is learning in school, while encouraging them to further explore and expand their knowledge. Register online or by phone See ad.

(303) 492-7188

Center for Musical Arts

Center for Musical Arts

200 E. Baseline Road, Lafayette

Ages:

All ages

Hours & Days:

Any student of any age, any musical ability, and any financial circumstance is welcome! We have assisted a punk rock singer who took voice lessons in order to expand his vocal training, guided a grandmother through her piano lessons so she could accompany her granddaughter who played flute, and welcomed a father and son guitar duo. At the Center, we teach people who just want to sing in the shower or serious students getting ready to audition for Juilliard (and everyone in between).

303-665-0599 x100

City of Lafayette

City of Lafayette

111 W. Baseline Road

Ages:

5 - 12 years

Hours & Days:

Jump into fun in our Colorado State Licensed BASE child care programs that meet the needs of every child. We offer a wide range of activities, including arts and crafts, STEM, active play, sports and games, swimming, and much more. Children will have time for homework assistance and a few snacks along the way. Children from Ryan, Lafayette, and Peak to Peak elementary schools are provided transportation at dismissal to the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center. Pioneer Elementary students will walk with staff from the school to the BBRC.

303-661-1473

City of Lafayette — School's Out Day Camp

City of Lafayette — School's Out Day Camp

111 W. Baseline Road

Ages:

5 - 12 years

Hours & Days:

School is out, and Bob's is in session! Register your kiddo for a school's out day of fun at the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center. Your child will participate in engaging activities throughout the day including swimming, crafts, active games, team building, and more! Please ensure your child has lunch, two snacks, and a water bottle for the program daily. Due to staffing and field trip limits, the deadline for full-day registration will be one week before each full-day program. Once registered, you will receive an email link to complete your child's state-mandated licensing profile through ePACT. Your ePACT profile must be completed before your child attends camp.

303-661-1473

Kinesis Dance

Kinesis Dance

Ages:

Hours & Days:

Kinesis Dance offers two dynamic programs for young dancers. The "For The Littles Program" introduces children ages 2-6 to the joy of dance through creative movement and music. The "Everybody Youth Dance Program" for ages 6-17 provides a diverse range of styles and techniques to nurture dancers' skills and confidence in a supportive community. Join us to explore and excel in the world of dance!

(720) 515-6268

Longmont Climbing Collective

Longmont Climbing Collective

155 Pinnacle Street, Longmont, CO 80504

Ages:

3-13

Hours & Days:

Reach new heights at Longmont Climbing Collective! Led by our experienced instructors, each session will be filled with exciting challenges, interactive games, and engaging activities aimed at building strength, agility, and confidence on the climbing wall. Whether they're scaling new heights or conquering their fears, our climbers will learn the fundamentals of climbing in a safe and supportive environment.

(720) 340-3640

Melody Kids Music Together of Longmont

Melody Kids Music Together of Longmont

700 Tenacity Drive, Prospect

Ages:

Birth - 5 years

Hours & Days:

Music classes for infants and preschool aged children and the caregivers who love them.

(720) 773-0742

Mudslingers Pottery Studio

Mudslingers Pottery Studio

414 E Simpson St Lafayette, CO 80026

Ages:

All ages

Hours & Days:

We offer pottery classes for all ages. Potter's wheel classes starting at age 8 and up.

303-926-0996

Northern Colorado Fencers

Northern Colorado Fencers

Ages:

7-13, and 13+ (adults welcome, too!)

Hours & Days:

Learn to fence with us at NCF! Classes for ages 8-12, and for ages 13+, begin this fall! You can begin your journey with a trial lesson one-on-one with a coach - just sign up at www.thefencingtrainer.com. Contact us or see our website for more information.

303-641-6557

Open Window Studio

Open Window Studio

7873 St. Vrain Rd. Longmont 80503

Ages:

Hours & Days:

Open Window Studio offers small group and private art classes for ages 5-7, 8-12, and teens. In addition to teaching drawing, painting, and clay skills, all of our classes are designed to spark imagination, experimentation, and creative fun. Check out our after school classes, homeschool offerings, and program for teens. We are located on a small family farm just west of Longmont.

(720) 400-1319

Parlando School of Musical Arts

Parlando School of Musical Arts

Ages:

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Pursue your musical and theatrical passions with Parlando School of Musical Arts! Our talented faculty teach students of all instruments, ages, and abilities, including piano, voice/singing, guitar, strings, musical theater, and acting. We offer in-person and online lessons! Try a "Starter" or "Intro Pack" or dive into a full semester or school year of lessons! With over 60 faculty members, over 700 lessons occurring every week, and classes, performances, and workshops held throughout the year, we have something for everyone. Join our musical community and ignite your inner artist!

(303) 442-0006

Instagram: @parlandoboulder | Facebook: Parlando School of Musical Arts

Performance High Voice and Music Studio

Performance High Voice and Music Studio

6811 W 120th Ave, Broomfield CO 80020

Ages:

13+ years

Hours & Days:

Elevate your voice with expert contemporary vocal coaching that gets results from the very first lesson! Performance High's teachers are highly trained in teaching singing in all popular styles from musical theatre to metal.

(720) 772-7505

Rocky Mountain Theatre For Kids

Rocky Mountain Theatre For Kids

Ages:

5 - 16 years

Hours & Days:

Our afterschool classes focus on teaching basic acting, vocal, and dance techniques to students ages 5-16. These classes are geared towards beginner to intermediate skilled performers alike. We create work along with our students in a creative process style to nurture imaginative play. All classes end with a final presentation on the last day of class, which is focused on the actors, though we may use simple costume accessories and set pieces to enhance the presentation!

SWIM•FLOAT•SWIM! Home of Infant Aquatics — Longmont

SWIM•FLOAT•SWIM! Home of Infant Aquatics — Longmont

795 S. Sherman Street

Ages:

2 months - 4 years

Hours & Days:

At Swim•Float•Swim! Your child will learn to swim safely in weeks, not years. We have decades of experience teaching aquatic survival and swimming skills. Our aquatic academy features two 90-degree indoor pools with a UV water purification system which ensures the safest and most comfortable water experience. Stop by our child-friendly facility and discover the difference.

(303) 499-2229

Sandy Burrell Music Studio — Niwot

Sandy Burrell Music Studio — Niwot

Ages:

3 years - adult

Hours & Days:

Pay by semester/session. Call for current fees and availability. Individual private lessons in flute, violin, or piano. Small group lessons available: a) Introduction to Music- explore flute, violin, or piano to see which instrument is right for your child. b) Penny Whistle Program- a first music class ideal for ages 3 to 6. Learn listening skills, rhythm, and simple songs on the penny whistle.

(303) 652-3287

Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures

Singletrack Mountain Bike Adventures

Boulder

Ages:

6 - 18 years

Hours & Days:

SMBA has been creating champions on and off the bike through outdoor play, MTB skill development, team camaraderie, and fun in the Boulder County area for over 30 years. Offering fun, on-trail ride programs for riders ages 6-18 who want to ride singletrack and explore trail systems in and around Boulder County. Fall team programs include after school and Sunday ride options with van transportation to and from ride locations for riders in 2nd grade and up who are comfortable riding on singletrack and want to ride bikes with other kids their age. Fall K-1 and 2nd - 5th grade Dirt Riders programs are 1-day / week, meet at the trailhead afterschool programs for young riders who are new to riding on singletrack.

(303) 447-8014 (Office Hours: M-TH, 10am - 3:30pm)

Tinker Art Studio

Tinker Art Studio

693B S. Broadway, in the shops at Table Mesa.

Ages:

All Ages

Hours & Days:

Join us in the studio for art making and community! (Pro Tip: Sign up for our email newsletter to be the first to know when classes open!) Wheel Throwing classes, Teen Paint & Draw, Art Lab for elementary ages, Sewing classes, Jewelry, Mini Makers and Tinker Time Art & Play for our youngest tinkerers are just a few classes you’ll find at Tinker! Getting ready for an upcoming day off? Check out our School Day Off Camps, now with both half and full day options. (And don't forget, we have amazing adult classes too!) Come visit our studio for a studio tour -- we'd love to show you around!

(303) 503-1902

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