Now that the kids are back in school, your kids are ready to resume their favorite after-school activity or try a new one. Extracurricular activities are a great way to learn new skills, make new friends, or expand on an interest, not to mention all of the many benefits that participating in an after-school activity has on school attendance and grades! below is our list of local programs such as dance classes, art, gymnastics, martial arts, swimming, music, sports, e-gaming and coding, STEM, and more.
We list programs in the towns of Beacon, Fishkill, Hopewell Junction, Wappingers Falls, East Fishkill, Beekman, Pawling, and sometimes slightly beyond.
Would you like to add your program? Please contact pamelao@macaronikid.com for more information
Beacon Art Adventures
Beacon Art Adventures offers after school and summer art classes to children ages 6 through 11, as well as classes for older kids 9-14. The goal of the program is to provide a fun, nurturing, and creative experience for your child, no matter what their age or skill level.
Beacon Art Studios
At the Beacon Art Studios we teach children and adults the joy of fiber arts and upcycle in sewing, quilting or knitting.
Compass Arts, Beacon
Compass Arts Creativity Project’s mission is to create healthy, just, equitable, and resilient communities through arts classes, performances, and events rooted in exploration, collaboration, creation, and play.
Sensory Stepping Stones, Hopewell Junction
Within each art class, we explore an individual’s artistic skills to continuously build their creativity and development in not just art and craft projects but in their communication skills and to help enhance their self-esteem. OT art classes also available.
Ballet Arts Studio, Beacon
At Ballet Arts Studio, we focus on individual artistry and technical excellence, within a disciplined, respectful environment, not only to create professional dancers, performers, and artists, but also to transform young people into confident adults who are critical thinkers with curious, imaginative minds.
Betty Jean's Dance Studio
"We're sure you'll agree, Betty Jean's is the place to be". Class options for newborns to adults for 42 years! Classes include ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, hip-hop, acrobatic arts, aerial arts, pointe, musical theater, and more!
Hudson River Performing Arts Center, Fishkill
Offering dance classes for all ages, from pre-school through pre-professional, Hudson River Performing Arts Center has been serving Fishkill and the Hudson Valley for 22 years. We offer technically and artistically superior dance training for all ages and levels in a structured yet fun and nurturing learning environment, as well as the opportunity to perform in an annual Nutcracker and a recital.
Hudson Valley's Best, Hopewell Junction & Beacon
Kids build confidence, gain strength and flexibility, and learn amazing skills in the best kids dance program in the area. They also learn the value of teamwork and helping their peers in group classes.
Inspired Dance Arts, Wappingers Falls
We will help your child develop higher self-esteem, better coordination, self-discipline, creativity, poise, self-confidence, AND a healthy mind AND body, but most importantly we will INSPIRE A LOVE FOR DANCE!
VP Dance Academy, Fishkill
At VP DANCE ACADEMY, we make all of our dance classes fun, while operating in a structured environment to ensure your student is getting the most out of their weekly lessons. We offer classes in ballet, tap, jazz, tumbling, hip hop, and modern.
Yanarella School of Dance, Beacon
For over 60 years, we have been dedicated to providing an exceptional dance education to the Hudson Valley. Since the day we opened our doors, our philosophy has been that “every child should have the same opportunity to dance, regardless of talent or ability. There is no can’t in dance. There’s only a C-A-N”.
Anthony Quatrochi’s Martial Arts Institute, Wappingers Falls
We offer a unique Ju Jitsu and Self-Defense Discipline to the Hudson Valley. Plus, Daytime Homeschool Martial Arts Classes, All Abilities Classes, Bully Prevention, Birthday Parties, Summer Camps, Women’s Self Defense, Private Lessons & More!
Black Hole Jiu Jitsu, Wappingers Falls
Children are brought to Jiu Jitsu through the use of games and measured repetition of concepts. Hand-eye coordination, listening skills, and conceptualized learning are all integrated to facilitate a worthwhile experience.
Bushido School of Mixed Martial Arts, Pawling
We help individuals achieve their goals as a person and a martial artist. Provide a positive, safe, and clean environment for all students.
East Coast Martial Arts, Hopewell Junction
At East Coast Martial Arts, our goal is to create an atmosphere of success and accomplishment, making sure all kids feel great about themselves as they make their journey toward black belt.
Hudson Valley's Best, Hopewell Junction & Beacon
Hudson Valley’s Best Kids provides martial arts classes for children's and teens' physical, mental, and emotional development. Plus there’s no better facility for adults to improve their physical health and mental wellness.
Hudson Valley Karate, Wappingers Falls
Hudson Valley Karate is a full-time Martial Arts school right here in Wappingers Falls! We teach students from ages 3 and up how to use martial arts to be productive, successful, and healthier individuals.
Proven Martial Arts, Wappingers Falls
Kids build Focus and Discipline, Teens find classes designed just for them, and Adults have a workout that helps keep them fit & safe.
Traditional Okinawan Karate of East Fishkill, Hopewell Junction
At Traditional Okinawan Karate, our priority is to help you and/or your children become better versions of yourselves. Our expert instructors are here to learn your goals, and help you achieve them in a fun, exciting, and welcoming environment.
Trinity Martial Arts, Hopewell Junction
We believe that through this well-rounded martial arts training, with a focus on self-discipline and character development, we can train students to be successful individuals, both inside and outside of our training facility.
Beacon Music Factory
The funnest place you’ve ever been. Learn to play. Take a class. Join a band. Write a song. Rocking Beacon since 2010.
Mid-Hudson Music Together, Beacon
Enrich your family's day by singing, dancing & building community. Join us in a class near you!
Piano Adventures Beacon
Innovative, Collaborative, Small Group Piano Education for beginners PreK- 6th grade Since 2010
School of Rock, Beacon
Our music classes are taught by real, practicing musicians and students can learn to rock out on guitar, keyboards, drums, and vocals, across many genres. At School of Rock, students can jam together, perform live music, and develop their skills in a supportive and encouraging learning environment.
The Music Box, Poughquag
We provide individual instruction on almost all instruments for all ages, abilities, and styles. The Music Box also includes a store with lesson books, accessories, print music, etc.
Ascension Athletics, Fishkill
An energizing fitness program we’ve created for kids, to teach the importance of teamwork as kids grow and move on to other sports and exercises.
Beekman Golf
Junior Golf Academy - coming soon for 2024.
Cadets Player Development Academy, Fishkill
The Hudson Valley's Premier Baseball & Softball Training Academy! Learn to Play Like a Pro With Our Player Development Programs
CrossFit Pawling
Our expert coaches use a fun combination of movements, games and activities to get our kids to love exercise.
Dutchess Kids | Dutchess County Gymnastics, Fishkill
In addition to our Preschool Program, Recreational Gymnastics Program, and our Team Revolutions gymnastics teams, we have Recreational Cheer classes, Revolutions All Stars cheer teams, a Ninja Program and we host Skills Clinics, Birthday Parties, School Day off Camps, Summer Camps and so much more!
Hudson Valley's Best, Hopewell Junction & Beacon
Climbing walls, vaulting obstacles, and meeting new friends are just the beginning of what your ninja will learn in the Parkour program at Hudson Valley's Best.
Infinity Athletics
Infinity Athletics' mission is to enrich the lives of our community’s youth through gymnastics and tumbling. We use these sports to teach hard work, dedication, goal setting, and fitness in a positive environment where everyone can achieve their personal goals.
Sensory Stepping Stones, Hopewell Junction
Fitness Classes and Agility, Performance & Skill Training. Classes focus on staying healthy and fit using dynamic full-body movements that build coordination, athletic ability, and confidence.
Taconic Sport and Racquet (TSR)
TSR is the only tennis club in the area that follows the United States Tennis Association (USTA) Net Generation Progression System of Red, Orange, Green, Yellow Ball for junior players. This program ensures the perfect fit for players of all ages and levels. A junior players’ love for tennis is encouraged in a positive, fun and supportive environment.
Velocity Sports Performance, Fishkill
You have come to the premier center for Group Performance Training for the top athletes in Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess & Fairfield County. Packages offer completely customized access to training sessions, space & equipment for all of your workouts with Velocity Sports Performance.
All Sport Health and Fitness, Fishkill
Learn how to be safe in and around the water. Students will be taught the basic water safety and skills progressions for all applicable strokes according to the American Red Cross Standards. Programs include lessons for infants through adults, both in private and group settings. See the various age groups and levels provided below.
British Swim School, Fishkill & Beacon
Whether you want to introduce your infant to the water, advance your child’s swimming skills, or are an adult who wants to learn how to swim, British Swim School offers a variety of swimming lessons for all ages and skill levels.
Hudson Valley Swim, Hopewell Junction
The primary goal at Hudson Valley Swim® is to teach proper swimming techniques no matter the age of the student. Our swimming lesson program in Hopewell Jct., NY is for students of all ages and abilities starting as early as 6 months through adult.
Beacon Performing Arts Center
Beacon Performing Arts Center is a non-profit educational theatre company in Beacon, NY. We are professional theatre artists who are passionate about sharing our love of storytelling with children of all ages!
Beacon Players
The Beacon High School Drama and Theater Arts organization, Beacon Players, brings together students who share a passion for theater and performing arts. The organization promotes theater education, in the performing venue as well as technical theater.
4th Wall Productions, Hopewell Junction
Providing quality theatre, classes, and camps in NY's Mid-Hudson Valley since 1994. Our programs are designed for all levels of interest in theater and the arts.
All Angels Montessori, Wappingers Falls
At All Angels Montessori learning becomes an exciting adventure filled with curiosity, discovery, and fun, fostering your child’s growth as a critical thinker who is eager to unlock the wonders of knowledge.
Allen Education Center, Wappingers Falls
Since opening in 2001, the Allen Education Center has helped over 2,100 students from pre-K to 12th grade succeed in all areas of reading, writing, and Math.
Kumon Math and Reading Center of Beacon
Whether your child is seeking enrichment, needs help catching up or is just beginning his or her academic career, Kumon is designed to help him or her develop a love of learning.
Sensory Stepping Stones, Hopewell Junction
Sensory Stepping Stones is excited to be offering executive functioning / organizational coaching to Middle School and High School students! Focusing on grade-specific organization skills, study skills techniques, test-taking strategies, and test anxiety.
The Learning Lab for Littles, Beacon
Whether you are looking for extra support or enrichment, tutoring services with The Learning Lab for Littles will provide one hour of customized one on one instruction delivered by a NYS certified teacher. Instruction will be prescriptive in nature and created by an experienced teacher team designed to build upon student strengths and interests.
