Activites, Camps and After School Classes Near Me

Parent's Night Out (PNO) is an opportunity for parents to enjoy dinner out, spend time with friends, take care of errands or chores, and even see a movie! Enjoy the evening while your children are having fun and cared for by Footsteps’ staff! The price listed is for Preschool Children, 2+, please select the additional fee under “extras” for infant & toddlers. PNO includes dinner, fun activities, and a movie. Children are welcome to bring Pajamas. Young children will have the option of going to bed. Electronics are allowed, but their use may be limited. Footsteps does not take responsibility for any loss or damage that may occur. PNO is subject to minimum enrollment requirements and may be cancelled if the minimum is not met.

Farm Camp is run from our 1-acre school farm in the Mission Terrace neighborhood. We provide an opportunity for children to connect with nature while directly participating in the daily rhythms of farm life. Our day camp is designed to inspire a connection with and love of the natural world, and also a chance to get hands dirty in fun and educational ways. Activities include animal care for our chickens, weeding, watering, mulching, harvesting, compost care, crafts and free play. Children should bring snacks and lunch and come prepared to get dirty!

Farm Camp is run from our 1-acre school farm in the Mission Terrace neighborhood. We provide an opportunity for children to connect with nature while directly participating in the daily rhythms of farm life. Our day camp is designed to inspire a connection with and love of the natural world, and also a chance to get hands dirty in fun and educational ways. Activities include animal care for our chickens, weeding, watering, mulching, harvesting, compost care, crafts and free play. Children should bring snacks and lunch and come prepared to get dirty!

Farm Camp is run from our 1-acre school farm in the Mission Terrace neighborhood. We provide an opportunity for children to connect with nature while directly participating in the daily rhythms of farm life. Our day camp is designed to inspire a connection with and love of the natural world, and also a chance to get hands dirty in fun and educational ways. Activities include animal care for our chickens, weeding, watering, mulching, harvesting, compost care, crafts and free play. Children should bring snacks and lunch and come prepared to get dirty!

Join us at Playformance for an unparalleled camp experience. We focus on active play, community skills, and joyful play together! At Playformance, we aim to provide the most fun, safest, most wonderful camp out there. Camp hours are from 8:30-2:30 CAMP HOURS: 8:30-2:30 Daily schedule: 8:30 opening circle and community time. Coaches will greet and check children in. If you have any questions or need to discuss PLEASE contact us before camp at camp@playformancetucson.com Children will be outside in the courtyard until 8:40ish. Be sure to label your child's gear! 9:15-10:30 games and activities with coaches and friends - first breakout 10:30-11 snack and break. Children bring snacks from home. Please pack lots of snacks! We no longer have vending machines 11-12 games and activities with coaches and friends - second breakout 12-1:00 lunch breaks and free play 1:00 community game - examples include lip sync battles, performances by coaches, and whole group activities. 1:30 Final breakout activity 2:10 Closing circle and transition outside 2:30 Pickup DROP OFF AND PICK UP LOCATIONS DROP OFF: Drop off is between 8:30-8:35. Park in the lot just east of our building or on 7th and walk your child to the porch where you will be greeted by coaches to check you in. You child will say goodbye and head to our outdoor play space while we wait for all arrivals. PICK UP: Pick up is on our covered porch at 2:25-2:30. Please wait on the porch. LATE?: Families whose children remain at Playformance after 2:35 pm will be charged $20 for each 10 minutes tardy. If you are going to be late PLEASE CALL if you are able so your child doesn't worry. Parking is available to the east of our facility. Kids are not allowed in the parking lot without their adults. All adults picking up children must be on their approved caregiver list. Please let a coach know if they are going home with a friend or walking or riding home on their own. WHAT TO WEAR/ BRING: Wear clothes good for active play and a coat for outdoor morning drop off/community play. SLIP ON SHOES! We are a barefoot gym Please remove jewelry or anything that may be dangerous for your child to wear. Refillable water bottle SNACKS! Bring plenty of snacks for the day. Scheduled snack breaks are offered midmorning but children are able to eat when they need to. BIG NUTRITIOUS LUNCH If your camp is nut free you will be notified. No sugary drinks or soda please. Nutritious food encouraged. NO PHONES or electronics allowed at camp. Children are NOT allowed to have their cell phones and must check them in with a coach at drop off. BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS: Our goal is to create a community of children each week. We hope that every camper leaves camp with new friends and wonderful memories. All campers will be expected to listen and follow the directions of the coaches. This is vital to the wellbeing and safety of your child and the other campers. If your child is struggling we will work with them to help find ways for them to succeed. If the challenging behavior dictates, we will then call a caregiver and work with them to resolve any issues. If the issues continue and our staff feels it is best, the child will be sent home and no refunds will be issued for that day. If your child is sent home, a phone meeting or in person meeting will need to be scheduled for your child to return to the camp community. We will work will all children to be successful at Playformance. We often find the children who need the most support from us are the ones who benefit the most from Playformance. All campers will be expected to be kind towards other campers. We have 2 principles of play at Playformance. 1) We play to have fun and 2) we take care of the people. Any violent aggressive words or actions towards other campers or coaches will not be tolerated. If your child uses violent words and or actions towards another camper they will be sent home for the day. If your child is sent home, a phone meeting or in person meeting will need to be scheduled for your child to return to camp. If you have any concerns or questions about your child's experience at Playformance Camp please make arrangements to talk with a coach before drop off or after pick up. Coaches will not be available to talk during drop off or at pick up about your child's behavior or needs. Please email us at camp@playformancetucson.com or call 520-623-3904. These are the best numbers to reach us during camp hours for urgent matters. ILLNESS POLICY: We will NOT accept children at camp who are sick. We understand that sometimes illness can keep your child out of camp. Any child showing any symptoms of illness including but not limited to fever, headache, coughing, sneezing, runny nose, or excessive tiredness, will be sent home. If in doubt of your child's wellness, please keep them home. Rescheduled reservations may be given to avoid the spread of illness. These are given on a case by case basis and must meet the criteria of the cancelation policy seen below. Email austin@playformancetucson.com CANCELLATION POLICY: There are no refunds or credits for missed or cancelled Playformance Camp. If you need to cancel due to illness a reschedule may be possible if space permits. You must cancel your reservation 24 hours before the start of camp in order to be eligible for rescheduling. Rescheduling to other camps of equal value may be possible only when space permits. Contact our camp director for specific requests. Thank you for understanding. For questions, email our camp director, Austin Malak at camp@playformancetucson.com OTHER IMPORTANT NOTES: Please check in all prescription medications and complete the medication form at drop off. Please let staff know before the first day of camp of any behavioral or medical needs your child may have, so we can best accommodate them. Please email camp@playformancetucson.com or call (520) 623-3904 If you are curious about how your child's day went our staff are always happy to talk preferably at the end of the day at pickup or via phone or email. Come say hello!

Hi-Five Multi-Sport serves as an introduction to some of the most popular sports in the world!! Boys and girls ages 3-5 years will learn the fundamentals of each game through various drills and training elements designed specifically for young players. No Refunds only Hi-Five Credits

In this four-week advanced drawing workshop, artists will explore pop culture–inspired illustration while building real drawing skills along the way. Each week we’ll dive into current favorites turning them into bold, expressive drawings. Artists will learn how to draw faces and figures with confidence, capture personality and emotion, and level up their line work, shading, and composition. This class is perfect for kids who are ready to take their skills to the next level in a fun, supportive studio environment. ✨ What we’ll focus on: • Stylized portraits & character drawing • Proportions, facial features & expressions • Clean line work, inking & shading techniques • Turning favorite pop culture moments into original art By the end of the session, artists will leave with a collection of polished drawings and stronger skills they can use in sketchbooks long after class ends. 🖤 Trendy. Creative. Skill-building. 🎧 Bring the inspiration — we’ll bring the tools.

PreK & Kinder-Club 🌟🏅 Our PreK & Kinder-Club is the perfect introduction to sports and active play! Designed for young athletes, this class blends team sports, schoolyard games, and PE activities to help children develop confidence, coordination, and a love for movement. Through engaging and age-appropriate activities, kids will build language skills, fine and gross motor skills, social-emotional growth, and teamwork—all while having a blast! 📅 Important Notes: No class on: 11/26-30, 12/19-1/4, 3/23-3/29, 4/3 Must be potty trained 🚽 Credits only—no refunds (Credits given for illness, family emergencies, or special circumstances.) Deposits are non-refundable Join us for an action-packed season of fun, learning, and play at Hi-Five! 🎉

Summer camp is here! Join Us! This is a 4-day, pro-rated week. No camp on Friday 7/3/26. Kids will work on new projects each day* ...check out our website for weekly themes! Full-Day hours: 9:00 am- 3:00 pm Extended hours available below (in Extras). Send your child in with a snack, a lunch**, and a water bottle. Please do not send in candy. **We are a peanut-free & tree-nut-free facility, please do not send in foods with peanuts or tree-nuts (ie: trail mix, Nutella, walnuts, pecans, almonds etc). *Projects may occasionally vary from those posted on website, and on specific weeks, campers may work on the project for the whole week as noted on camp page.

GrowFit’s Emerging Athletes Camp – Walnut Creek A full day of sports, teamwork, and fun—perfect for every child, whether they’re brand new to the game or a seasoned athlete! About the Camp Sports & Games: Each day, campers play 7 age-appropriate games. From basketball, flag football, soccer, and volleyball to creative twists like bubble soccer, black light dodgeball, gaga ball, and ultimate ball, there’s always something new and exciting to try. More Than Just Sports: Our dedicated GrowFit coaches go beyond drills—they help kids build confidence, sportsmanship, and meaningful friendships. Every Athlete Welcome: Whether it’s your first time in team sports or you’ve been competing for years, our activities are tailored to meet every athlete’s needs. Everyone’s an MVP here. Friendships & Memories: From team challenges to laugh-filled games, campers leave with new skills, great memories, and friends they’ll want to see again. Logistics Drop-off: 8:45–9:00 AM at the multi-purpose room through the blue arch. Late drop-offs are fine. Pick-up: 3:30–4:00 PM at the same location. Early pick-ups are welcome. Lunch & Snacks: Please pack a nut-free lunch labeled with your camper’s name and 2–3 wholesome snacks. Venue: Indoor and outdoor facilities. Outdoor play happens on the field and playground (weather permitting). Sun Protection: Apply sunscreen before drop-off. We also provide sunscreen for reapplication—let the camp manager know about any sensitivities. Hydration: Bring 1–2 inexpensive water bottles. Attire: Athletic clothing, shoes, and a hat. For younger campers, pack an extra change of clothes just in case. Refunds & Cancellations 30+ days before camp: Full refund minus 10% fee. Within 30 days: Credit for future camp. Same-day or after start: No refund or credit. Tax ID: 81-1018163

Summer camp is here! Join Us! Kids will work on new projects each day* ...check out our website for weekly themes! Full-Day hours: 9:00 am- 3:00 pm Extended hours available below (in Extras). Send your child in with a snack, a lunch**, and a water bottle. Please do not send in candy. **We are a peanut-free & tree-nut-free facility, please do not send in foods with peanuts or tree-nuts (ie: trail mix, Nutella, walnuts, pecans, almonds etc). *Projects may occasionally vary from those posted on website, and on specific weeks, campers may work on the project for the whole week as noted on camp page.

BAKING + CRAFTS CAMP Ages 6-13 9AM-2PM with extended day available Enjoy a fun-filled week of crafts and baking in our comfortable, air conditioned party space. Includes snack, hot lunch, dessert and a tea party! https://www.parteaz.com/summer-camp

We will take your child step by step through a painting breaking it down for all to follow. With a very loose and organic stroke everyone who can pick up a paint brush will be able to recreate their very own work of art with our staff's guidance. During the process our staff will educate everyone on technique which will help them to be able to walk away with the ability to practice at home. During each session the children will be able to break for snacks and drinks to help make their time even more fun!

Unleash Your Child's Creativity This Summer! Calling all young creators for an unforgettable summer filled with imagination, self-expression, and fun! Creator's Camp inspires campers to connect with their creativity while developing their skills in storytelling, art, music, and hands-on projects. Guided by award-winning Lando educators, campers will explore painting, drawing, and arts and crafts—engaging their hands, heads, and hearts while building lasting friendships. Weekly Schedule Each week combines traditional camp activities with specialized Lando classes. Campers attend two Lando sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday (each class offered twice weekly), with Wednesdays reserved for exciting field trips. Field Trips: 1st-3rd Grade - Bay Area Discovery Museum, Sausalito 4th-5th Grade - Adventure Cat Catamaran Bay Sail & Pier 39, San Francisco Campers will experience Four Award-Winning Lando Classes: Summer LEGO® Robotics Lab – Build a new robot daily using LEGO® bricks, motors, and sensors. Tackle the Kickoff Challenge, then upgrade during Engineering Sprints. Explore gears, pulleys, and measurable goals like distance and lift. Storyboarding and Comic Sketching – Create a finished storyboard each class. Learn drawing techniques and storytelling, then bring ideas to life during Studio Time with collaborative jams and peer feedback. Clay Sculpting and Scene Building – Sculpt connected scenes across the week. Practice techniques in daily warm-ups, then pinch, coil, and build your world—from beach stalls to sea monsters—for the Showcase Parade. Mini-Game Coding Studio – Code arcade games using Lando's Scratch-based iPad app. Build and remix multi-level mini-games, then test each other's creations in Playtest Lab while learning loops, events, and variables. Families receive weekly emails with photos, skills summaries, and ideas to continue exploring at home. Enroll today and watch your child's confidence and creativity soar!

Me & You Class at Flip Out Productions Come along for a fun-filled adventure where you and your little one explore gymnastics together! Perfect for toddlers aged 10 months to 2¾ years, this weekly class promotes early development while creating unforgettable bonding moments. Why you'll love it: Active Learning: Fun activities that support motor skills, balance, and body awareness. Bonding Time: Celebrate milestones and giggles as you explore obstacle courses together. Gymnastics Basics: Introduce your child to gymnastics with songs, colorful shapes, and playful exercises. Join us for smiles, movement, and memorable moments—right by your child’s side! Exciting news for our Friday and Saturday classes! Your session includes one additional Open Workout, Friday Clinic, or Me & You Drop-In to make up for the Memorial Day holiday. Email registration@flipoutproductions.com to book your make-up drop-in today!

A preview allows students to participate in the first class of a focused program and experience its structure and expectations before enrolling. About the program: In this hands-on class, students explore the art of sculpting, bringing their ideas to life in three dimensions while building creativity, problem-solving skills, and confidence. Projects change each session, giving students new challenges and opportunities to experiment with different techniques and tools.

A Little of Everything Week is exactly that! Campers get to explore a bit of everything—from slime and ceramics to canvas art, clay projects, and so much more. Each day offers new choices and creative adventures, and we can’t wait to see what your child picks and what they create! ​

Let your freak flag fly! We're bringing life to everyone's favorite fairy tale creatures for our 2026 Broadway Stars Mainstage Production, SHREK: THE MUSICAL JR.! Join the talented cast of our Middle School Broadway Mainstage Show and learn how theater can make everyone the hero of their own story! **IMPORTANT INFO** The Saturday afternoon class at Drucker Center will only run if we meet the minimum registration number. If we do not meet it families will asked if they an attend the Saturday morning class at Soul City in West Loop (9:30am-12:30pm) instead. The class on January 24th will be at Soul City in West Loop regardless due to a scheduling conflict with Drucker Center. Thank you for your understanding regarding this information! ** Stages’s unique approach to working with middle schoolers focuses as much on the process as it does the product, allowing young performers to learn audition technique, participate in character and scene study, and learn the fundamentals of song interpretation while rehearsing a fully staged production. Classes are taught by a team of professional teaching artists with years of experience both in the classroom and on professional stages, and features a customized curriculum that will challenge and showcase the strengths of each young performer in the cast. Stages was created by a professional performer turned child development specialist with the primary goal of helping children develop the foundational skills and technique every musical theater performer needs while giving them the opportunity to find their voice, build confidence, and do what every budding Broadway Star loves most: PERFORM! PRODUCTION ADMIN FEE INCLUDES: *Tech Week Rehearsals *4 tickets to our production (Additional tickets will be available to purchase closer to the performance) *Scripts & other class materials *Costumes (Families will NOT be asked to go out and purchase items for the show but may be asked to bring clothing you already own.) *Props & Sets *Week Long Rental at the Biograph Theatre WHAT TO EXPECT --Weeks 1-2 (Jan 10 to Jan 17): Setting the Stage— Families who are new to Stages are invited to join us for a FREE TRIAL the week of January 6-11, 2026. Click this link to book a free class to see if it's the right fit for you child! The first two weeks of the semester will focus on learning and perfecting the foundational musical theater skills every Broadway Star needs when performing on stage. Classes will participate in acting games and begin to learn music and choreography for their auditions. Students will be introduced to Uta Hagen’s Acting Technique, which we will utilize as a framework for character development throughout our rehearsal process. These first two weeks of the semester also allow our teachers to get to know students and start to determine which scenes, songs, and roles will be the best fit for each child. --Weeks 3-4 (Jan 24 to Jan 31): I Hope I Get It!-- During weeks 3-4 of the semester, students will participate in a personalized audition process. Auditions at Stages are designed to be a low stress, fun experience where Broadway Stars get to show off what they’ve been learning the first few weeks of the semester and tell us what they are most excited to do in the show. Middle School Musical students get the chance to do a comprehensive audition process with singing, acting, and dancing portions. Casting will be done more traditionally with 1-2 actors playing each role. EVERY CHILD WILL BE GIVEN A ROLE OR SPECIAL PART IN THE SHOW. We will work together with children to make sure they have a speaking line, solo, duet, etc. that they are excited to perform! --Weeks 5-12 (Feb 7 - Mar 28): Putting It Together-- During Weeks 5-12, children will begin putting together their show! Each week, classes will work on their assigned scenes and songs. During these classes, we will focus on learning and rehearsing musical numbers and choreography, blocking acting scenes, and introducing various theatrical elements that will be used in our show such as sets, props, and costumes. Don’t worry, it’s not all work. Classes will also have the opportunity to play theater games designed to introduce new performance skills and brush up on concepts we’ve learned in previous classes. --Weeks 13-15 (April 4 - April 18): Prepping for Opening Night-- During Weeks 13-15, classes will begin running doing “Run Thrus” where they perform all of their scenes and songs from start to finish. We’ll also start adding in transitions so performers know when and how to enter/exit the stage, when to get microphones, make a costume change, or pick up a prop from the prop table. These classes are VERY important and we ask that you do your best to ensure your child is at every class unless they are ill. TECH WEEK: Monday April 20 - Thursday April 23 The week of the show, we will be having rehearsal after school April 20 - April 23 where ALL of the classes are brought together to run the show in the space. These rehearsals will be MANDATORY. SHOWS: April 24-26th, 2026 SHOW LOCATION: The Biograph Theatre (2433 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614)

Sing, Jam, Move, & Groove! Music Together is an award-winning, research-based music & movement program for children (newborn-age 4) and the grownups who love them. These classes help little ones develop their innate musicality, while benefiting social and cognitive development and encouraging small and gross motor skills. This award-winning curriculum has decades of research behind it, and has been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of family world-wide. Materials Included: MUSIC PACKET: Kid-friendly songbook, CD and download of songs and chants.
 New collection each semester, given out at the 1st class, or sent directly to your home! PARENT GUIDE: "Music & Your Child," outlining the research behind the program to help you better understand your child's music development MUSIC TOGETHER APP: Enabling you to easily access your music at home and do fun family singalongs INTERACTIVE CLASSES: Fully planned, properly paced, and fun classes taught by our certified teachers who are professional musicians, committed to your child's music development

Where they are: Your little one is communicating, sharing opinions (probably mostly ‘no’), and showing interest in their first friends! They can do new things like walk backwards, jump, and balance on one foot. What to expect in class: Our play floor comes to life with trips to the grocery store, eating pizza, finding animals, and even bugs! We’ll use creativity and imagination in all activities. Throw a pretend party, imagine a wild trip to outer space, or pretend to be an ant in a bug’s world…we’ll transform our playscape into a whole new world!

Looking for something fun to do during February Break? Join us for this fun-packed 3-day class, where students will learn the basics of throwing on the wheel including centering and opening to create their own unique forms. Each student will have their own wheel for the entirety of the class period. This class is open to beginner - intermediate level students. If you have never taken pottery before OR if you have taken a pottery class with us and would like to improve your skills, we welcome you all to join us!