Afterschool Activities Directory
Afterschool Activities Directory – Sept/Oct 2024
Santa Fe Area
Art School
Art School Santa Fe, 3600 Cerillios Rd unit 717 (700 Lofts), Santa Fe, NM 87507. Phone: 505-364-3256; Contact: Ronny; Email: ronny@artschoolsantafe.com; Website: Artschoolsantafe.com; Ages: Ages 6 and up; Days/Hours: Tuesday – Friday. Fine art program geared towards skill, building and innovative thinking With an emphasis on classical masters techniques such as sketching, shading, painting, perspective, and portraits while also embracing modern expressions of art like fantasy, comics, and manga. Financial Aid Available. Classes meet once a week.
Climbing
The After School program at the Santa Fe Climbing Center creates a stimulating environment in which climbers at all levels will push their physical and mental limits while having fun and exploring the world of indoor rock climbing! The challenges and climbing games led by our experienced instructors promote teamwork, confidence, flexibility, balance, problem solving and more. Our After School programs meet once a week from 3:45-5:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday, 1:30-3:00 on Friday, and 12:30-2:00pm on Saturday. Our first session starts the week of August 19th.The After School Classes are divided in the following age groups, 5-8 year old and 9-13 year old climbers and the cost is $160.00 for 8 weeks. 3008 Cielo Court. Call (505) 986-8944, Email info@climbsantafe.com or visit https://climbsantafe.com/classes-programs/youth-programs/after-school-summer-camps/.
Skateboarding
Skateboarding School, 1219 Camino Carlos Rey, Santa Fe, NM. Phone: 505-920-5448; Contact: Joe Lehm; Email: skateschoolsantafe@gmail.com; Website:skateboardsafety.com. Ages: 3 and up. Lessons for Homeschoolers Tuesday-Friday 11am - 4pm. Lessons for everyone Saturday-Sunday 10am - 1pm for all ages and abilities. Use our school boards, helmets and gear to get started. Curriculum includes skateboard homework, vocabulary and exploring the history of skateboarding.
Albuquerque Area
Art
Albuquerque Museum School, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-243-7255; Contact: Elizabeth Becker;Website: albuquerquemuseum.org. Albuquerque Museum School art classes for children ages 3–14. Visit our website for class listing and registration. Painted Iguana Art Classes, 142 Big Horn Ridge Ct. NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-720-1906. Contact: Theresa Hall, Artist & Educator; Email: paintediguana@gmail.com; Website: paintediguana.com; Ages: 6-and up. Small group classes; Tuition: $105 monthly plus tax/4 classes. Weekday afternoons – 1 1/2 hour long classes. Small classes in NE Albuquerque where students receive expert instruction on the use of quality art materials, & create in a studio setting. We work with watercolors, acrylics, clay, pastels, metals & more. Come learn new sketching skills, sculpt, or create with clay to be fired in our kiln. For the young explorers to the experienced young artists, students receive a high quality art experience in a creative, FUN, nurturing environment. Our classes encompass a complete comprehensive art program that students really enjoy. Art appreciation & creative thinking skills are developed in class. We learn about famous artists throughout history, while creating our own unique masterpieces. Join us & see why students never want their art adventure to end each day! Call or check the website in August for the after-school schedule. The Fall semester begins after Labor Day in September.
Painted Iguana Art Classes, 142 Big Horn Ridge Ct NE, Alb., NM 87122. Phone: 505-720-1906 Contact: Theresa Hall, artist & educator; Email: paintediguana@gmail.com; Website: paintediguana.com; Grades or Ages: ages 6 & up; Enrollment (No.): small group classes; Cost: $105 plus tax/4 classes; Days/Hours: After-school - 1 1/2 hour long classes. Small classes in NE Albuquerque where students receive expert instruction on the use of quality art materials, & create in a studio setting. Serving Albuquerque families for 15+ years. We work with watercolors, acrylics, clay, pastels, metals, fabric, & more. Come learn new sketching skills, sculpt, or create with clay to be fired in our kiln. For the young explorers to the experienced young artists, students receive a high quality art experience in a creative, FUN, nurturing environment. Our classes encompass a complete comprehensive art program that students really enjoy. Art appreciation & creative thinking skill are developed in class. We learn about famous artists throughout history, while creating our own unique masterpieces. Join us & see why students never want their art adventure to end each day! Call or check the website August 1 for the after-school schedule & times. The Fall semester begins after Labor Day in September. Limited enrollment - register early.
Childcare
City of Albuquerque - Youth & Family Services - Before & After School Programs, Administrative Office - 700 4th St. SW, Alb., NM 87102. Phone: 505-767-5800; Website: cabq.gov/family/crei; Grades or Ages: K-8th Grade; Enrollment (No.): Various; Cost: One Time $10 Registration Fee; Days/Hours: M-F, starting time based on APS Schedules, ends at 6pm.
Before and After School Programs operate at 22 community centers and 10 APS school sites. Most programs transport from school to the community centers and offer free hot supper meals after school. Programs offer various recreation activities like art, computer labs, outdoor activities, billiards as well as some homework help. Financial Aid Available - Fees can be waived in approved circumstances. Youth need a community center membership to be registered into out-of-school time programs. Memberships are free.
Department of Senior Affairs - After School Program, Santa Barbara Martineztown Multigenerational Center, 1825 Edith Blvd NE, Alb., NM 87121. Phone: 505-767-5671; Contact: Matthew Montoya; Email: Matmontoya@cabq.gov; Website: https://www.cabq.gov/seniors/youth-programs; Grades: Kindergarten through 8th Grade; Cost: $20 for the yearly membership and $15 a month; Days/Hours: Monday to Friday 3:00pm-6:00pm. We're proud to offer an engaging after-school program for students from Longfellow Elementary and Jefferson Middle School. We also welcome students from private schools who can be dropped off. Each day is filled with planned activities to keep kids active, learning, and having fun! The multigenerational youth after-school program runs from the first full week of school to the last day of the regular calendar school year. Each program follows the Albuquerque Public School (APS) schedule. Please check with your child’s APS school for a calendar of start/end dates, in-service days, and holidays as our program aligns with the same scheduled off days.
Dance
Ballet Repertory Theatre of NM's Ballet Academy, 6913 Natalie Ave. NE, Abq, NM 87110. Phone: 505-888-1054; Email: brt@brtnm.com; Website: brtnm.com. Ages: 3 years - Adults. Variety of classes available Monday - Saturday. BRT's focus is on the training of classical ballet which is paired with a Modern Dance program. At Ballet Repertory Theatre, our professionally trained teachers guide each student using a well-developed syllabus. Ballet Repertory Theatre’s goal is to create an environment that is challenging, disciplined and rigorous while, at the same time, safe, healthy and nurturing...providing a welcoming environment where every student is valued while pursuing excellence in dance.
Dance Theatre Southwest: Moving Forward!!3805 Academy Parkway South, NE, Abq, NM 87122. Phone: 505-296-9465; Contact: Patricia Dickinson Wells; Email: dancetheatresouthwest@gmail.com; Website: www.dtsw.com. Looking For An Alternative For Your Dancer? DTSW has won many national accolades and is always a safe place for dance arts education. On-going classes with new fall schedule now! Find us on Facebook And Instagram. Dance Education for All Ages: Toddler through Professional Level with strong Adult and Mature Adult programs also. Days/Hours: M-F: 4pm-7:30pm, Sat: 9:30am-1:45pm. DTSW offers all levels of Ballet with Pointe and Pre-Pointe, Adv. and Int. Partnering/Pas de Deux training along with Toddler classes, Discovering Dance for younger 3–4-year-olds, all levels of Modern/Contemporary and Jazz. Under the direction of Patricia Dickinson Wells, DTSW has always valued quality over quantity. Patricia and Faculty adhere to safe kinesthetically sound dance instruction in a nurturing environment. Many students have gone on to professional careers in dance companies around the world, on Broadway, in academia, and many alumni have found successful fields outside of dance thanks to the discipline they learned through dance education. DTSW will continue to provide all students with regular DTSW continues to bring the best in dance arts education to everyone of all ages. Scholarships are available for families who cannot afford to pay full tuition. Dance Theatre Southwest is the home of Festival Ballet Albuquerque which produces “Nutcracker in the Land of Enchantment,” “Dracula, A Love Story” and “Sacred Journeys” in collaboration with Robert Mirabal and Jock Soto, along with 3 to 4 major repertory productions annually.
Highland Dance Albuquerque, 3848 Rio Grande Blvd NW Suite B, Alb., NM 87107. Phone: 443-624-6658; Contact: Emma Trentman; Email: emma@highlanddanceabq.com; Website: www.highlanddanceabq.com; Grades or Ages: 3-adult. Join us for fitness, friendship, and fun! We offer Highland Dance classes for all ages.
Keshet Dance and Center for the Arts - Keshet Fall Classes, 4121 Cutler Ave NE, Alb., NM 87110. Phone: 505-224-9808; Contact: Alissa Trujillo, Education and Engagement Coordinator; Email: frontdesk@KeshetArts.org; Website: www.KeshetArts.org; Grades or Ages: Ages 2-102! Cost: $0-$20 per class; Days/Hours: Monday through Saturday. Bound into fall with Keshet! We offer dance classes for youth Monday through Saturdays! August 12 through December 7, 2024, all ages, all levels, and all abilities! Classes in Contemporary, Ballet, Hip Hop, and more! (No classes Nov 25-30, 2024). Visit our website to see the full schedule of classes! Financial Aid Available - All classes offered on a sliding scale starting at $0!
National Institute of Flamenco - Conservatory of Flamenco Arts, 1771 Bellamah Avenue Suite A, Alb., NM 87104. Phone: 505-242-7600; Email: flamencoabq@nifnm.org; Website: www.nifnm.org; Grades or Ages: 3 years old to 65+; Days/Hours: Monday through Saturday. The Conservatory of Flamenco Arts (CFA) is the school of the National Institute of Flamenco. Established in 1999, CFA offers year-round, community-based and pre-professional dance training as well as music programming in Albuquerque, New Mexico’s historic Sawmill District. CFA is a world-renowned flamenco school that follows a proven curriculum to offer pre-professional training, professional development, and community enrichment in an inclusive and nurturing environment. At the Conservatory of Flamenco Arts (CFA), we offer instruction in two separate tracks: Community Classes and the Pre-Professional Training Program. COMMUNITY CLASSES offer a focused and diverse plan of study. These classes are intended for individuals who are new or relatively new to flamenco and/or desire a more relaxed training experience. The PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM incorporates a comprehensive curriculum, designed to develop well-rounded dancers. With the discipline, confidence, and skill cultivated through CFA’s Pre-Professional Training Program, students are equipped to pursue careers as professional dancers, dance in higher education, or find success in other fields. The CFA tracks of engagement further breakdown into four programs of study designed for students of different levels, ages, and interests. Students in each distinct track will be engaged with the art at the pace of their choice. Financial Aid Available.
Day Camps
National Museum of Nuclear Science & History, 601 Eubank Street SE, Alb., NM 87123. Phone: 505-245-2137; Email: brobin@nuclearmuseum.org; Website: https://www.nuclearmuseum.org/educate/kids-camp/2024-fall-break-camps; Cost: $75.00 member discount available
Science is Everywhere Day Camp: Parent Teacher Conference - Oct 09 | 7:30am - Sponsor: National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. Chemistry Cadets Join our discussion about chemistry as we delve into the wild world of chemical reactions. We’ll mix up vibrant color-changing concoctions, conduct magnificent reactions with household items, and more. This crash course in chemistry is sure to get some great reactions.
Science is Everywhere Day Camp: Parent Teacher Conference - Oct 10 | 7:30am - Fun with Physics (Grades K-6). Learn all about physics as we bang, crash, and smash our way to understanding the physics of our world. We’ll learn about Newton’s Laws of Motion and get hands-on to demonstrate them. This day of physics fun is sure to be smashing.
Science is Everywhere Day Camp: Fall Break - Oct 11 | 7:30am - Electro-Kids (Grades K-6). Learn all about electricity and magnetism as we zap through hands-on activities. We’ll bust out a Van de Graaff generator, make electromagnets, and more. This day of electromagnetic wonder is sure to spark your camper’s curiosity.
Science is Everywhere Day Camp: Indigenous Peoples Day Camp - Oct 14 | 7:30am - Sponsor: Astro Academy (Grades K-6). Climb aboard the Space Shuttle Nuclear for this day of space exploration as we blast off to a new world of knowledge. We’ll build and launch rockets, learn what makes our solar system spin, and more. This day of science will be astronomically fun.
Learning
City of Albuquerque - Youth & Family Services - Early Childhood Education Programs, Administrative Office, 707 Broadway NE, 3rd Floor, Alb., NM 87102. Phone: 505-767-6500; Contact: Monica Watrin or Lisa Lopez; Website: cabq.gov/earlyeducation; Grades or Ages: 0-5 Years Old; Days/Hours: Monday – Friday. The Division of Child and Family Development Services is committed to supporting families working toward self-sufficiency and raising a generation of healthy and self-realized children. The City of Albuquerque Child Development Centers promote school readiness by enhancing children's cognitive, social, and emotional development in a safe and age-appropriate learning environment. Our child development programs are a collaborative effort of Federal, State, and City funding to provide quality care and education for children from birth to 5 years old.
Tutor-Me, 5528 Eubank NE, Ste. 6, Abq, NM 87111. Phone: 505-307-4170; Contact: Sandra Akkad, Founder. Web site: mytutorme.com. Covid-safe Environment. Ongoing online tutoring. Focusing on K-12. Homework Help. Tutor-Me is a premier learning center that offers a hands-on approach when helping students. We stimulate & motivate while enriching and helping our students. Tutor-Me provides a safe, conducive and nurturing environment. We offer classes in all Math, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Phonics, English, Science, standardized testing, PSAT, ACT, SAT and more. Classes in Spanish, French and Arabic. We offer a free trial. Check us out on Facebook at facebook.com/mytutorme.
Science
Explora, 1701 Mountain Rd. NW, Abq, NM 87104. Phone: 505-600-6072; Contact: Reservations office, 505-600-6734; Email: reservations@explora.us; Website: explora.us. Cost: Explora Members $150, Nonmembers $170 for most programs. Financial assistance available. Ages 2 1/2 - 15. Explora has 4 programs: 1. Growing a Scientist for preschoolers ages 2 1/2 – 5 with their adults (required). Meets every other week. Participants make discoveries about science by questioning, experiencing, and investigating. 2. Science to Grow On, Grades K - 3; Meets every other Saturday 9:30–11am. Grow your child’s love for science! In Science to Grow On™, children make discoveries by questioning, experiencing and investigating. Explora educators engage children and their adults in age-appropriate activities incorporating science, art and fun! Each session focuses on a different theme. Adult participation encouraged but not required. 3. Engineering Investigators, Saturdays 9:30am. Participants investigate how things move and use that knowledge to build a series of connected actions! Meets every other week. Adults welcome but not required. 4. Home School Explorations Series, Grades: 6-9 (11-15 years). Explora members: $105; Non-members $120. Explora’s Home School Explorations Series offers your child a semester of weekly, hourlong experiential science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) programs. These are materials-rich classes that actively engage every child in inquiry activities. In these classes, children will make discoveries in STEAM through questioning, experiencing and investigating. Children will be encouraged to build their own knowledge and cultivate skills such as observation, creativity, critical thinking, cooperative learning, communication and innovation as they explore a different topic each week.
R4Creating Competitive/Noncompetitive - Robotics Programs, 1530 Barbara Loop SE, RR, NM 87124. Phone: 505-715-7732; Contact: Shelly Gruenig; Email: Info@R4creating.org; Website: R4creating.org; Grades: Elementary - High school. Join R4Creating for the 2024-2025 Robotics Competition Season! We offer three dynamic programs:
BEST Robotics (Mid-High School): Take on an entrepreneurial and engineering challenge while working collaboratively with teammates for a common goal.
VEX IQ (Elementary-Mid School): Engage in hands-on learning with our competitive and non-competitive tracks.
VEX VRC (Mid School - High School): Push their skills further and join this exciting competition where strategy and engineering meet.
Our teams meet weekly to prepare for competitions, develop skills, and immerse themselves in the world of robotics. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or brand new, there’s a place for you here.
Sports
i9 Sports - Leagues, Camps, and Clinics, 11 Locations to Choose from Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Phone: 505-209-2000; Email: leagueoffice280@i9sports.com; Website: www.i9sports.com; Grades or Ages: Ages 3-14
Weekday Evening Clinics: Master specific skills in their favorite sport.
Weekend League Play: Build teamwork and sportsmanship in team competitions.
Weekday Multi-Sport Camps: Let them explore Soccer, Basketball, Flag Football & more!
We offer: Inclusive environment: Every child welcome, regardless of skill level. Sportsmanship focus: Learn to win and lose with grace, on and off the field.
Variety of sports: Soccer, Flag Football, Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, Tennis and Cheer!
Family-friendly fun: Multiple sports at the same time and location, so everyone can join! Put the FUN back in youth sports! Visit our website or call today to find the perfect program for your family! Limited spots are available, so register now at www.i9sports.com. Financial Aid Available.
Lil’ Kickers & Skills Institute, 1311 Cuesta Arriba Ct NE, Alb., NM 87113. Phone: 505-393-2010; Contact: AJ Piland-Wish; Email: andrew@lilkickersnm.com; Website: https://www.lilkickersnm.com; Grades or Ages: 18 months to 12 years old. Lil’ Kickers is first and foremost a child development program. Our purpose is to help children mature on all levels by helping them build strong physical, intellectual, and emotional skills that help them be successful on and off the soccer field. We believe in teaching children in ways that suit their developmental level by creating an atmosphere that is effective AND fun. In other words...soccer is a side dish, the main meal is a compassionate child!
Roadrunners of Albuquerque Aquatic Club – Swim Lessons, 8101 Corn Mountain Pl NW, Alb., NM 87114. Phone: 505-259-2355; Contact: Matt Benedict; Email: roadrunnersaquaticclub@gmail.com; Website: https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/nmvast/page/home; Grades or Ages: 4-14 Cost: $ 95; Days/Hours: M-F 8a-10a; Swim Lessons.
Running 505, 11500 Menaul Blvd NE, M1, Alb., NM 87112. Phone: 505-379-4817; Contact: Melani Farmer; Email: youthrunning505@gmail.com; Website: www.running505.com; Grades or Ages: 5th-8th Grades; Days/Hours: After School Hours. Running 505 is a non-competitive wellness nonprofit, supporting our kids in the 5th-8th grades. Having started in 2014, we have mentored hundreds of kids through the years, with the intention that through mentorship, strong-age appropriate themed lessons, and long-term planning goals our participants will take with them, for many years to come the strategies, connections, and success for resilience in all arenas that come their way. Running 505 is at various locations around the city. From September-May, we meet one time per week for 90 minute sessions. Each month we partner with Run Fit to run/walk run-walk 5k races-encouraging parents to participate and bring their kids in those extra events. There is no cost to participate, although we always welcome donations. Whether Running 505 is located at your school or community center, or not, any child is welcome at any of our locations! Additionally, Running 505 kids can workout at our partner gym: BFit505 at no cost, parents reduced price! Our mission is wellness. Our understanding is that: to have a strong community, we must start here, with programs for our families and community at large.
Theatre
ALT Education and Youth Program Fall/Winter Production Camp - Alice and Wonderland Jr. Ages 9-17; Camp Rehearsals: November 5th to January 17th ; Camp Times: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday from 4 pm-6 pm & Saturdays from 9 am-12 pm. Tech Week (rehearsals Monday-Friday): January 13th & 14th from 4pm- 6pm & January 15th-17thfrom 4pm-7pm. Cost: $375.00 (Camp/Show T-Shirt included and show script). Register at: www.albuquerquelittletheatre/youth-productions/ Join us for this 8 ½ week production camp, discover your passion for performing and embark on an unforgettable theatre adventure with our program. Rehearse, prepare, and perform in a musical theatre production with new friends from all over Albuquerque. As you sing, dance, and act your way through this camp take your next steps as a young performer. Our production team will inspire and guide you to become a better actor, singer, and dancer while working with fellow students as a team to put together the best musical theatre experience. We aim to produce an exceptional musical for the community, requiring extensive preparation from ALT staff, the production team, and performers. This will also provide young performers with comprehensive musical experience.Campers/Performers must be available for all performances. Performers must be available from November 5th – January 26th. NO CAMP/REHEARSAL DAYS (Holidays): November 26 – 29 (Thanksgiving break), December 24 – January 2nd (Christmas/New Years break). Performance Dates: January 18th, 19th, 25th, and 26th at 2:00 pm If you are interested in this camp and have financial concerns, we offer payment options. Call the box office at 505-242-4750 ext.2 for more information or email the camp director at dejah@abqliltheatre.org.**Payment Options Available, please call the Box Office at 505-242-4750 ext.2
New Mexico Young Actors - Storybook Theater & Open-Enrollment Theater Classes, Menaul School, 301 Menaul Blvd NE, Alb., NM 87107. Phone: 505-821-8055; Contact: Rachel Ribeiro; Email: info@nmyoungactors.org; Website: www.nmyoungactors.org; Grades or Ages: ages 5-19; Cost: $160/class. Financial Aid/Multi-class and sibling discounts available. New Mexico Young Actors has trained children and youth in the dramatic arts for 45 years, with a focus on youth performing for youth! Starting in September: Storybook Theater (ages 5-8; Sat. 10a/11a); Encore: Elevate Your Musical Theater Voice (ages 9-19; Mon 4:45); Advanced Improv (ages 13-19; Mon 4:45); Explore Theater Arts (ages 9-12; Tues 4:30); Playwriting Lab (ages 13-19; Wed 5:00). Registration/more info on our website, www.nmyoungactors.org.
Therapy
We Need to Talk and More! Therapy, 3351 Candelaria Rd. NE, Suite E, Abq, NM 87107. Phone: 505-200-9962; Contact Malia Vigil; Email: weneedtotalkllc@gmail.com; Website: weneedtotalkandmore.com. Ages: Birth-65. We Need to Talk and More! Therapy provides speech, language, feeding and occupational therapy.
