It's time to register for a new semester of programs! 

With some of the greatest variety of kids' programs on the planet, Brooklyn kids' programs cover just about every activity under the sun to nurture your child's interests and skills beyond school. Get in on the fun before programs fill up for the Winter and let them know you found them on Macaroni KID! 

We know choosing an activity can be a tough choice. We hope our guide helps make the decision a little easier. Check out our wonderful featured programs, then scroll below for a comprehensive list of ALL programs organized alphabetically by neighborhood with key details: category, accepted ages, plus dates, times, and cost when they have been submitted.

Check back often as we add even more kids' programs to this list! If you would like to feature your program in this guide, please email us. 

Featured Programs

BAX | Brooklyn Arts Exchange
Dance, Drama, and Tumbling
Park Slope

Led by nurturing and professional teaching artists, BAX’s Youth Education Department offers weekly after school and Saturday morning studio classes in Dance, Drama, Drag Arts, Tumbling and Creative Movement for ages 3-18. Our programs are built on five core values: skill-building, creative choice, collaboration, performance, and community. Register here.
Ages 3-18: Monday-Saturday, Sliding Scale and Tiered Tuition
School pickup available from Park Slope schools

Bouldering Project Brooklyn
Bouldering, Climbing, STEAM, Adventure
Gowanus

Connect. Grow. Climb. Call it higher learning! Bouldering Project's after-school and weekend programs give kids the perfect opportunity to step into the sport and reach new heights. Our instructors meet kids exactly where they are in their climbing journey. Young climbers of all experience levels will learn basic climbing techniques, terminology, and enjoy fun games both on and off the wall. Youth will be pushed out of their comfort zone in a fun and supportive environment, with an emphasis on play and adventure. Ready for your child to start their climbing adventure? Register here.
Ages 3-15: Monday-Sunday, 4-6pm on weekdays, between 9:00-12:30 on weekends, $315-350 for 10 weeks of programming, depending on the class

Brooklyn Force Soccer 
Soccer Clinics, Camps, Club
Park Slope, Gowanus, Downtown Brooklyn

At Brooklyn Force, our clinics and training programs give young players the tools they need to grow both on and off the field. Led by experienced coaches and built on high standards, our sessions focus on skill, confidence, and athletic exploration in a positive, motivating, and FUN environment. Join our growing community and help your child take the next step in their soccer journey. Register here.
Ages 3-5, 5-7: Tuesdays, Thursdays 4-5pm-, 5-6pm Saturday and Sunday mornings
School pickup is available for local schools

Brooklyn Music Factory
Group and Private Music Classes
Gowanus

At Brooklyn Music Factory, learning music revolves around songwriting, games, and collaboration. Students are inspired to grow and develop as musicians, because learning at Brooklyn Music Factory is fun and creative. Private and group instrument and band classes available. Piano, guitar, bass, drums and voice. Register here.
Ages 4+: Weekdays 3:00-8:00, Saturdays 10:00-3:30, prices vary
School pickup available from PS372

Brooklyn Music School
Arts Reaching Youth, Performing Arts After School Program
Fort Greene

Arts Reaching Youth (ARY) is an after-school program offering a range of classes in music, theatre, and dance for students ages 5 - 11 years. The goal of ARY is to introduce children to the arts while building fundamental skills such as rhythm, ear training, body awareness, and basic music theory. Register here for the Spring Semester beginning February 2nd.
Ages 5-11: Monday-Thursday 4:40- 6:15pm, early classes (3:45) and single period classes available (ending at 5:25). School pickup times and pricing vary.
School pickup available from PS 9, PS 11,  PS 20, PS 38, PS 56, PS 133, PS 282, PS 456, Community Roots, Compass Charter, IES, Downtown Elementary

Brooklyn Ninja Academy
Brooklyn Ninja Academy After School and Weekend Classes
Park Slope/Gowanus

Does your kid want to be a ninja warrior? Besides it being the most fun you can have being active, ninja training at Brooklyn Ninja Academy provides kids with discipline, focus, and confidence development. The sport of ninja warrior training is for any skill level, and fosters kids’ growth and improvement, while they’re having the time of their lives. 10-week progressive program teaches ninjas how to overcome ninja warrior obstacles with technique and safety. Advanced levels are available, and coaches encourage competition in the World Ninja League. Weekly classes after school and weekends for ages 6-12. Register here.
Ages 6+: classes are divided by age groups; every day after school and weekends; 10 week semester for $580
Ages 4-5: Mini Ninjas classes are offered on weekends
DISCOUNT: 10% sibling or multiple class discount
Try a drop in class – offered on weekends

Champions Martial Arts
Martial Arts
Brooklyn Heights and Carroll Gardens

Our students learn a lot during our tae kwon do class, such as physical fitness, self-defense, self-control, discipline, respect, courtesy, making friends, and so much more! No experience necessary, we believe in each kid's development rhythm! Join us for a free trial! Register here for CG location or here for BH location.
Ages 3+ to Adults: Rolling. 7-month membership pay-in-full or monthly options, 30-40 minutes classes after school M to F 3:00-8:00pm; S 10:00 to 2:00pm, various class time options throughout the week.
DISCOUNT: 10% sibling
Free trial available for new customers

Child's Play NY
Theater and Dramatic Play
Brooklyn Heights

Child’s Play NY theater classes are right for both the child who passionately dreams of being on stage and the one who is simply looking for a joy-filled after school class! These award-winning theater classes empower young people to develop themselves and their skills. With a 12-student cap on each production class, students have ample stage-time and maximum growth. Their rehearsal process involves improv and research-backed theater games to stoke creativity and develop imaginations. Register here.
Grades 1-3: Shrek Kids, Tuesdays OR Thursdays, 3:30p-5p, $1,278
Grades 3-6: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Sundays, 3p-4:30p, $1,008 OR Wednesdays, 4p-5:30p, $1,134
Grades 4-6: School of Rock Young Actors Edition, Mondays OR Wednesdays 4p-5:30p, $1,278
Grades 5-8: The Winter's Tale, Tuesdays 5:10p-6:40p OR Sundays 4:45p-6:15p, $1,008-$1,197

City Kids
City Kids + STEAM, Art, Cooking, Theater
Williamsburg

Our program is more than just a place for kids to spend time after school—it’s a thriving community where children engage in meaningful activities, form new friendships, and develop confidence in their abilities. Available throughout the school year, our afterschool program is open to children in grades K-2 and provides a balance of academic support, creative exploration, and active play. Each day includes workshops led by passionate, experienced instructors in a range of disciplines. Register here.
K-2nd Grade: Monday - Friday, 2-6PM, pricing varies depending upon days chosen
School pickup available Monday - Friday from PS132, PS110 and Brooklyn Arbor.

Clayhouse Brooklyn
Afterschool Pottery Classes. Ceramics, Pottery, Creative Arts
Cobble Hill, Carroll Gardens

Join us to create in clay! For ages 6-16, we offer weekly afterschool classes where students will learn the fundamentals of throwing pottery on the wheel (9 and up) as well as handbuilding (6 and up). Pottery develops growth in coordination, self-confidence, and of course creativity! All levels are welcome and class will be customized to each individual's skill level. Students will create many masterpieces and have plenty to come home with after learning how to throw, trim, and glaze their own work! Register here.
Ages 9-16: Wheel Monday-Friday 4-6pm, pricing varies
Ages 6-12: Handbuilding Wednesday 3:30-5:30pm, pricing varies
School Pick up available for 2+ kids from PS29, PS261, PS32, PS58, Brooklyn New School,  Mary McDowell, Brooklyn Heights Montessori School, and Success Academy Cobble Hill
Studio Tours available Mon-Sun 10am-7pm

Code Ninjas Gowanus
STEAM
Gowanus

Code Ninjas offers kids ages 5+ a fun, safe space to learn coding, robotics, and game-building. After-school includes school pickup, homework help, and coding time—1 to 4 days/week. Flexible drop-in options also available. Build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking—all while having fun! Register here.
Ages 5+: Parents select day(s) of week, ~2:30-6PM daily, $50 sign up fee 1x/week - $379/month, 2x/week - $699/month,  3x/week - $959/month,  4x/week - $1,179/month
School pickup available from  PS133, PS282, PS32, PS38 (Wednesday only) PS372, EPIC Academy. Don't see your school listed? Contact gowanusny@codeninjas.com

Creatively Wild Art Studio
Art Classes and Camps
DUMBO

Develop your creativity with Creatively Wild Art Studio! Take your toddler’s talent to the top, allow kids to delve into art classes to draw out their abilities, turn teens into creative explorers, and save some time for yourself for an adult class! The infectious energy at Creatively Wild allows everyone to engage in their artistic pursuits in a supportive and positive way. Pick up a new hobby under the eye of our teaching artists and let's go Creatively WILD! Register here.
Ages 2+: Open 7 days a week for classes.
School pickup available from PS8, Dock Street School, Explore School, PS 307, St. Ann's School, PS20 

Goose Grease House
Art, History, Academic, Creative
Williamsburg

In our art studio kids work through multiple art projects will learning history! Our afternoon sessions are designed to enhance your child’s general culture by addressing essential topics in geography, history, art, literature, etc. Students work diligently through journal work, guided diorama projects, drawing, and memorization to gain analytical insight about a precise historical period and understand what makes their own way of thinking unique. Register here.
PreK-8th: Monday-Thursday, 3-5:30pm
School pickup available from Brooklyn Arbor, PS84, PS132, C'e Montessori

Gotham Gymnastics
Gymnastics
Gowanus

Gotham Gymnastics offers classes and competitive team year-round for athletes of all ages, genders, and skill levels. Our highly skilled coaches create a fun, focused, and safe environment where athletes are encouraged to progress at their own pace, achieving milestones and reaching new heights. With Open Gyms, School's Out Sessions and Parties, we've got something for everyone - adults, too! Register here.
Tots to Teens: Classes every day, Various times, Pricing varies by class

Gymstars Brooklyn
Gymnastics, Dance, Ninja Parkour
Cobble Hill, Fort Greene, Park Slope

Gymstars Brooklyn provides high quality gymnastics, dance and parkour classes to children ages 3-12. Our educationally based curriculum includes weekly lesson plans that develop strength, flexibility, and ignite creative thinking. Children who take gymnastics gain social and cognitive skills that aid development outside of the gym.  We also help develop other essential physical skills like balance, coordination and spatial awareness all while having a tremendous amount of FUN! Register here.
Ages 3+: Monday-Friday afterschool, $140 per month w/ installments
School pickup available from MANY Schools. We need 6 to form a pickup! Contact us today! 

Last Place on Earth
Games, Arts, Theater, Adventure
Greenpoint and DUMBO

Last Place on Earth offers unique afterschool clubs where kids explore creativity, teamwork, and imagination. With options like Dungeons and Dragons, arts and crafts, improv, comic books, witchcraft, and more, there's something for every interest. Our welcoming space helps kids build confidence, make friends, and have fun—all guided by passionate instructors who love what they do. Weekday adventures await! Register here.
Greenpoint: Ages 5-14: Monday-Friday, 3:30pm - 5:30pm, $1100 a semester or $1,900 for the year
Greenpoint School Pick Up is available from PS 132, 34, 31, 110, 84, St Stans, MS 318
DUMBO progams launch February 2, 2026: Ages 6-11 for Board Game Club on Mondays and Ages 8-13 for Dungeons & Dragons on Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30pm, $70 drop-in, $250 monthly, $1,100 semester, $1,300 for extended semester starting January 5th
DUMBO School Pick Up is available from TAWCS, PS 307, PS 8
Earlybird discount: Sign up by November 20th to lock in the full semester for $900

Little Makers Studio
Creative Arts
Prospect Heights

After School at Little Makers Studio: Creative afternoons for kids who love to make! Their After School Program invites children ages 4–9 to explore a new material each week—like clay, paper, textiles, or cardboard—through hands-on, open-ended art projects. Kids will paint, build, sculpt, and experiment in a playful, supportive environment that nurtures creativity, confidence, and collaboration. Let’s get messy, make magic, and have fun after school! Register here.
Ages 4-6 Tuesday and Thursday 3pm-5:30pm.
Ages 6-9 Wednesdays 3-5:30pm 16 weeks $800-900
School pickup available from PS 282, PS9, PS133

Mathnasium Park Slope
Math Enrichment Programming
Park Slope

At Mathnasium of Park Slope, we love Math—using it, talking about it, and especially teaching it. We think math is exciting, fun, and interesting! Every day, students attend Mathnasium for Math enrichment and foster their love for Math, in a fun relaxed learning environment. We deliver:

•  A customized learning plan based on each student’s needs and goals
• A proven method that helps children excel at math and gain confidence
• A Fun learning experience 

Now enrolling in Winter, Limited spots open! Offering additional enrichment and advanced Math Competitions like Math Kangaroo, etc. Call or email us today to learn more: 718-369-6284 | parkslope@mathnasium.com. Register Here for a Math Assessment.
Ages 6-17: K-12 Math enrichment programming. Monthly plans
School pickup available from P.S. 321, P.S 39, Berkeley Carroll, P.S. 282

Pixie Pods
Pixie Pods After-School POD + Dance, tumbling
Fort Greene/Downtown Brooklyn, Flatbush

Join the Pixie Pods fam! Pixie Pods is an early childhood dance and tumbling studio serving Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens, with our home base on the 2nd floor of the Atlantic Terminal Mall! 💃🏽 We bring the fun with Ballet, Hip-hop, K-Pop, and ACRO/Tumbling classes, camps, and parties for kids! Each program is designed to spark joy, creativity, and confidence. Come dance, play, and grow with us! Learn more at www.pixiepodskids.com. Register here.
After-School POD:  Tuesday-Friday 3pm-6pm (Ages: 3-8)
After-School Classes: Tuesday-Friday 4pm-5pm (Ages: 3-8)
Saturday Hip-Hop Drop-in Classes: 10am (ages:1.5-3), 11am (Ages: 4-8)
School pickup available from any local school! 

School of Wonder
School of Wonder + Nature-Based Creative Adventures
Park Slope, Prospect Heights, South Slope 

Give your kid the gift to play freely and creatively in nature with friends. Tuesdays (grades K-5) + Thursdays (K-1), kids enter the Wonder Village - a magical forest near Litchfield Villa where they go on creative missions with costumes, games and art projects, or simply enjoy playing in nature.Wednesdays (grades 2-5), Adventurers agree on what mission to do and where to go in the park. During this nomadic experience, they build friendships, play and design games and solve problems together. Register here.
In Prospect Park West: 

• WINTER TUESDAYS: Mixed Ages (grades K-5), 3:30-5:30pm; hybrid indoor-outdoor
• SPRING TUESDAYS: Mixed Ages (grades K-5), 3:30-5:30pm
• SPRING WEDNESDAYS: Adventurers (grades 2-5), 3:30-5:30pm
• SPRING THURSDAYS: Wonderers (grades K-1), 3:30-5:30 pm
• School pickup available from PS 107, PS 39, PS 321 Upper and Lower Schools

Near Grand Army Plaza: 

• SPRING WEDNESDAYS: Mixed Ages (grades K-5), 2:30-5:30pm
• School pickup available from BPCS. Contact hola@theschoolofwonder.com to discuss other pickup possibilities!

SKATEYOGI
Skateboarding
Williamsburg, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Carroll Gardens, Upper East Side

Discover the joy of skateboarding with SKATEYOGI! Conveniently located in Williamsburg and Prospect Lefferts Gardens, SKATEYOGI offers skateboarding classes, private lessons and birthday parties in a fun, creative environment for all ages (Ages 3 and up). Our small teacher-to-student ratio and ego-free approach make every student feel welcome to learn this dynamic activity. SKATEYOGI classes are a great exercise, a form of creative expression, and very adaptable to different learning styles. Register here.
Ages 3-15: Mon-Fri between 2:30-6:30pm, Sat and Sun 9am-3pm. Early Childhood (3K-K) pricing starts at $481. Kids (K-8th Grade) pricing starts at $945.
School pickup available from PS 34 (Mon and Tue), Brooklyn Arbor (Mon, Tue and Wed), Carrig Montessori (Thu), PS 770 (Tue), Brooklyn New School (Thu). Please contact us if you are interested in setting up afterschool pickup at your school.
Get 10% off day camps when you enroll for weekly group classes (Valid from Sep 6, 2025-June 24. 2026)

Textile Arts Center
Textile Arts
Gowanus

After School Classes (ages 5-10) are hands-on classes in the textile arts. Our After School program runs from 3pm–6pm* Monday through Thursday in Brooklyn. Classes run in 8-week cycles, rotating through Weaving, Printing and Dyeing, Sewing and Soft Sculpture, and Sewing and Fashion. You can try one or all four! Register here.
Ages 5-10, 11-14: Weekdays
School pickup available from PS 321 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday), PS 372 (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday), PS 133 (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday), PS 32 (Monday BCS: Monday, Thursday), PS 39 (Tuesday, Thursday), PS 118 (Wednesday, Thursday) Please note school pick-up is subject to change based on the individual school policies.

The Geek Forest
Game Development,  Gaming, Animation + Arts
Williamsburg

At Geek Forest, our curriculum centers on game development, enhanced by animation, art,  and cooperative gaming. With a decade of experience, we are the trusted  choice for an enriching educational experience. Whether you’re  designing your version of Legend of Zelda, creating comics, animating  your very own film, or creating a DIY zine, we have a spot for you. Join  us this fall! Register here. 
Ages 6+: Monday-Friday, 3pm-6pm, Pricing varies depending on pickup - please see website for further details
School pickup available: PS31, PS34PS84, PS110, PS132, Brooklyn Arbor - Please contact them if your school isn't listed

The Painted Pot
Arts and Crafts
Park Slope

Focusing on hand-building and sculpture, painting pottery, mosaic techniques and canvas painting, students will craft  bowls, plates, cups, vases as well as amazing sea creatures, animals and more creative fun.  Students are taught the fundamentals of slab, pinching, and coil techniques. Your child will glaze work throughout the semester, but due to the firing process, some pottery will not be ready to paint by the last class. Register here.
Ages 6-14: Monday: September 8 – December 15, 2025 (13 Classes) Tuesday: September 9 – December 16, 2025 (12 Classes) Wednesday: September 10 – December 17, 2025 (13 Classes) Thursday: September 11 – December 18, 2025 (13 Classes) Friday: September 12 – December 19, 2025 (13 Classes)
School pickup available for the entire semester: +$144 (12 Weeks), +$156 (13 Weeks) Late Pick-Up: +$120 (12 Weeks), +$130 (13 Weeks) At Painted Pot in Park Slope location, we pick up from PS321, PS118, PS39, PS282 and Berkley Carroll

Treasure Trunk Theatre 
Theatre, Imaginative Play
Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, Prospect Heights

Act, move, create, and play – where will your imagination take you today? At Treasure Trunk, students incorporate movement, music, theatrical exploration, and visual arts to express themselves and connect with the world around them. We focus on the journey – it's not about the final product, but what your child learns through the process as they connect, create and collaborate. We provide a nurturing environment for children to expand their self-confidence, social-emotional learning skills, and more! Register here.
Ages 0-12: Classes offered Mondays-Fridays between 9am-5:30pm/6:00pm and select classes on Saturdays and Sundays. Plus our full-scale spring musical production for 6-12 year olds, Willy Wonka Jr! Classes range from $35-55 depending on the length and drop-in vs semester pricing.
School pickup available: Yes! Any school within walking distance of their studios (located in Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, and Prospect Heights).

YMCA – Brooklyn locations 
Youth Sports, Karate, Swimming, Movement, Dance, STEAM
Downtown Brooklyn, Park Slope, Bed-Stuy, East New York, Greenpoint, Bushwick, Crown Heights, Clinton Hill, Prospect Heights, Coney Island, Flatbush

The YMCA of Greater NYC can't wait to welcome you to swim lessons, instructional sports, dance classes and more! Find your location and register here.

• Dodge YMCA: Jin Sei Ryu Karate, Ages 4-12 | Musical Movement, Ages 3-5 | Tennis, Ages 3-8 | Soccer, Ages 3-8 | Basketball, Ages 3-12 | Spanish, Ages 4-7 | Knitting, Ages 6-9 | Swimming lessons for ages 18 months to adult.
• Prospect Park YMCA: Ballet, Ages 3-7 | Basketball, Ages 4-14 | Karate & Self Defense for Teens, Ages 11-16 | Gymnastics, Ages 4-14 | Karate, Ages 4-12 | Multi-Sports for Kids, Ages 4-6 | Soccer, Ages 3-12 | Strength Training for Teens, Ages 10-15 | Tennis, Ages 5-12 | Flag Football, Ages 8-12 | Story Time and Shimmy! Ages 1-3 | ︎Ready Set Science! Ages 2-4 | Swimming lessons for ages 6 months to adult
• Park Slope Armory YMCA: Ballet, Ages 3-5 | Modern Dance, Ages 6-9 | Hip Hop, Ages 5-7 | Kids Jazz, Ages 6-8 | Basketball, Ages 5-14 | Karate, Ages 4+ | Soccer, Ages 5-12 | Speed & Strength Conditioning, Ages 8-12 |Track & Field, Ages 5-12 | Story Time and Shimmy! Ages 1-3 | ︎Ready Set Science! Ages 2-4 | Tennis, Ages 5-12
• Bed-Stuy YMCA: Tiny Toes, Age 3-8 | Youth Seido Karate, Ages 5-15 | FREE Kid's Yoga, Ages 5-12 | Swimming lessons for ages 6 months to adult.
• North Brooklyn YMCA: Basketball for Tots, Ages 6-8 | Youth Basketball, Ages 9-12 | Hip-Hop Choreography, Ages 4-6 | Hip-Hop Choreography, Ages 7-10 | Swimming lessons for ages 6 months+ to adult.
• Coney Island YMCA: Free Universal Pre-K and 3-K programs, Basketball Ages 5-12,  Martial Arts Ages 5-12, Soccer Ages 5-12, Swim Ages 6 months-Adult
• Flatbush YMCA: Basketball Ages 5-12, Karate Ages 4-17, Soccer  Ages 4.5-11
• Greenpoint YMCA: Soccer Ages  4-12, Basketball Ages 4-12, Karate Ages 5-17, Dance Ages 3-12, Early  Childhood Enrichment Classes Age 1-3, Swim Ages 6 months-Adult

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