Activities, Camps and After School Classes Near Me

Welcome to Footsteps Full Day Camp at Barrett! **Enrollment is included with a minimum of 3 days per week enrollment. If you are not enrolled full time, please add the drop in fee listed on the extras tab** Full Day Camp at Footsteps includes fun and educational activities. The typical day includes indoor and outdoor choices with arts & crafts, games, sports, wheels*, gardening, and activity clubs. Two healthy snacks are included each day, optional pizza lunch is available to pre-purchase under extras for $8. Otherwise, plan on bringing a healthy lunch. *Children are allowed to bring bikes, scooters, and other non-motorized wheels to ride during the day. Helmets and other safety gear must be worn, and children may only use the items they bring.

Let's have some fun on a no school day! Grab some friends and spend the morning making some amazing art projects with us. In between crafts, we will take time out for a story and snack, so be sure to pack something yummy and NUT-FREE!

Fill the Half-Day Afternoon! 🎃 After-school Halloween fun awaits! Drop the kids off anytime from 1:30/2:00 PM (whenever the bus arrives or you’re able to drop off) through 4:30 PM for an afternoon filled with Halloween crafts, creativity, and spooky fun!

Puppet shows are back! Join us twice a month on Saturday mornings as we take kiddos on a story-time adventure with puppet pals small and large - Sneaky Pete, Mama Mavis, Chef Meowzers, Sadie Blue Boots, Grandfather Time, and an ever growing crew of puppet friends! We'll even get to introduce some of our original musicals (that debuted at Filoli this summer!) to the studio! October's show is a heartwarming tale of friendship! There will also be theater and movement games, dancing, and singing. Caregiver is required to stay.

You’ll learn a variety of ways to play with your newest little bundle of joy. Non-mobile babies are exposed to sensory play, songs, and the beginnings of social play. Meet like-minded parents while our expert teachers lead you through nurturing exercises and activities that stimulate your baby’s brain development. The first stepping stone to sparking a love of learning!

No school? No problem! Spend the day with Stages! With singing, dancing, acting, and art inspired by your child's favorite musicals, we’ve got something for every creative kid. Choose to enroll for one day-off camp or join us for the entire school year for a discounted rate! Friday, September 25 - Descendants Monday, October 5 - TBD Monday, October 12 - Shrek Friday, October 23 - TBD Monday, November 2 - Newsies Tuesday, November 3 - Wicked Wednesday, November 11 - Hamilton Monday, November 23 - Zombies Tuesday, November 24 - Addams Family Wednesday, November 25 - K Pop Demon Hunters Monday, December 7 - TBD Monday, December 28 & Tuesday, December 29 - Frozen 1 & 2 Wednesday, December 30 - Noon Years Eve Eve (9am-12pm) Monday, January 4 - Finding Nemo Monday, January 18 - Matilda Friday, January 29 - Hairspray Monday, February 15 - The Little Mermaid Tuesday, February 23 - Six Tuesday, April 6 - Mamma Mia Monday, April 12 - Zootopia Stages is committed to making our camps accessible for all families. For information regarding free or reduced tuition, please visit https://www.stageschicago.org/tuition-assistance. ***Families are responsible for providing: - Nut free morning snack - Nut free lunch - Nut free afternoon snack - A water bottle. Please make sure that everything is labeled.

Introducing our FUNdamentals class, the perfect way to kickstart your child’s gymnastics journey! Designed specifically for preschoolers, this class fosters confidence, patience, control, and coordination, using fun, age-appropriate gymnastics equipment. Through engaging circuits and drills, your little ones will develop fine motor skills while discovering the excitement of being a budding gymnast! Here’s what our young athletes will work on: Strength & Flexibility: Building a strong foundation for gymnastics. Gymnastics Body Positions: Learning shapes and colors to help reinforce body awareness. Tumbl Trak: Practicing jumps, body control, proper landing, and beginner tumbling. Vault: Mastering running, jumping, and body positions on the springboard. Floor: Introduction to forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheel basics. Bars: Focusing on grip strength, chin holds, L-holds, front supports, and more! Beam: Balance, walks, jumps, and beginner skills on the beam. Ropes & Rings: Swinging and holding for core strength. *All activities are tailored to your child’s skill level to ensure a fun and safe learning experience. Classes are drop-off only, but you can reserve your spot to observe by emailing us!*

Introducing our FUNdamentals class, the perfect way to kickstart your child’s gymnastics journey! Designed specifically for preschoolers, this class fosters confidence, patience, control, and coordination, using fun, age-appropriate gymnastics equipment. Through engaging circuits and drills, your little ones will develop fine motor skills while discovering the excitement of being a budding gymnast! Here’s what our young athletes will work on: Strength & Flexibility: Building a strong foundation for gymnastics. Gymnastics Body Positions: Learning shapes and colors to help reinforce body awareness. Tumbl Trak: Practicing jumps, body control, proper landing, and beginner tumbling. Vault: Mastering running, jumping, and body positions on the springboard. Floor: Introduction to forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheel basics. Bars: Focusing on grip strength, chin holds, L-holds, front supports, and more! Beam: Balance, walks, jumps, and beginner skills on the beam. Ropes & Rings: Swinging and holding for core strength. *All activities are tailored to your child’s skill level to ensure a fun and safe learning experience. Classes are drop-off only, but you can reserve your spot to observe by emailing us!*

Flippin’ Out is the ultimate gymnastics experience for athletes aged 10+ who are eager to take their skills to the next level. Designed for those striving to become advanced gymnasts, this class offers a fun and challenging journey through developmental gymnastics, focusing on strength, flexibility, and technique. Our program follows a progressive curriculum to ensure every athlete develops the core skills needed to excel in gymnastics. In Flippin’ Out, athletes will work on: Building strength & flexibility for advanced gymnastics skills Mastering essential body positions and proper form: Tumbl Trak: Jumps, combos, tumbling, and landing techniques Vault: Running drills, springboard jumps, and vault body positions Floor: Back/front walkovers, leaps, and more Bars: Grip strength, pullovers, front supports, glides, casts, and back hip circles Beam: Routines, cartwheels, rolls, handstands, turns, and dismounts Ropes & Rings: Climbing, tuck/L-holds, grip strength, and more! Whether you're working on perfecting walkovers or ready to master the bars, Flippin’ Out offers an exciting path to gymnastics greatness! 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.

Introducing our FUNdamentals class, the perfect way to kickstart your child’s gymnastics journey! Designed specifically for preschoolers, this class fosters confidence, patience, control, and coordination, using fun, age-appropriate gymnastics equipment. Through engaging circuits and drills, your little ones will develop fine motor skills while discovering the excitement of being a budding gymnast! Here’s what our young athletes will work on: Strength & Flexibility: Building a strong foundation for gymnastics. Gymnastics Body Positions: Learning shapes and colors to help reinforce body awareness. Tumbl Trak: Practicing jumps, body control, proper landing, and beginner tumbling. Vault: Mastering running, jumping, and body positions on the springboard. Floor: Introduction to forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheel basics. Bars: Focusing on grip strength, chin holds, L-holds, front supports, and more! Beam: Balance, walks, jumps, and beginner skills on the beam. Ropes & Rings: Swinging and holding for core strength. *All activities are tailored to your child’s skill level to ensure a fun and safe learning experience. Classes are drop-off only, but you can reserve your spot to observe by emailing us!*

Introducing our FUNdamentals class, the perfect way to kickstart your child’s gymnastics journey! Designed specifically for preschoolers, this class fosters confidence, patience, control, and coordination, using fun, age-appropriate gymnastics equipment. Through engaging circuits and drills, your little ones will develop fine motor skills while discovering the excitement of being a budding gymnast! Here’s what our young athletes will work on: Strength & Flexibility: Building a strong foundation for gymnastics. Gymnastics Body Positions: Learning shapes and colors to help reinforce body awareness. Tumbl Trak: Practicing jumps, body control, proper landing, and beginner tumbling. Vault: Mastering running, jumping, and body positions on the springboard. Floor: Introduction to forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheel basics. Bars: Focusing on grip strength, chin holds, L-holds, front supports, and more! Beam: Balance, walks, jumps, and beginner skills on the beam. Ropes & Rings: Swinging and holding for core strength. *All activities are tailored to your child’s skill level to ensure a fun and safe learning experience. Classes are drop-off only, but you can reserve your spot to observe by emailing us!*

Introducing our FUNdamentals class, the perfect way to kickstart your child’s gymnastics journey! Designed specifically for preschoolers, this class fosters confidence, patience, control, and coordination, using fun, age-appropriate gymnastics equipment. Through engaging circuits and drills, your little ones will develop fine motor skills while discovering the excitement of being a budding gymnast! Here’s what our young athletes will work on: Strength & Flexibility: Building a strong foundation for gymnastics. Gymnastics Body Positions: Learning shapes and colors to help reinforce body awareness. Tumbl Trak: Practicing jumps, body control, proper landing, and beginner tumbling. Vault: Mastering running, jumping, and body positions on the springboard. Floor: Introduction to forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheel basics. Bars: Focusing on grip strength, chin holds, L-holds, front supports, and more! Beam: Balance, walks, jumps, and beginner skills on the beam. Ropes & Rings: Swinging and holding for core strength. *All activities are tailored to your child’s skill level to ensure a fun and safe learning experience. Classes are drop-off only, but you can reserve your spot to observe by emailing us!*

Hi-Five Hoops League Basketball – Important Details Game Times: 11am, Noon, 1pm, and 2pm, they rotate each week and your will get a schedule Locations: The Berto Center & Hi-Five Sports Zone Hi-Five Hoops League Basketball focuses on fundamental skills, teamwork, sportsmanship, and hard work—all in a fun, fast-paced environment! This league is perfect for boys and girls in Kindergarten through 4th grade who want to learn the game the right way while having a blast on the court. Fro registering you will receive half off of the Game Prep day Tuesdays at the Berto Center! GAMEPREP5 IS THE PROMO CODE! Key Details: 🏀 Each player will receive a jersey and shorts once teams are formed. 📅 Game times may vary based on enrollment. ⚠️ Scheduling conflicts must be submitted by Week 1. League includes two uniforms for seasons Fall 1 and Fall 2 Season & Payment Information: Registration includes three seasons of basketball (Fall, Winter, and Spring). You will be automatically enrolled for the year. The Winter session payment will be processed on 12/1 unless you notify us otherwise and Spring on 3/1. If needed, you will have the opportunity to make changes before the next session begins. Attendance & Cancellation Policy: Missed classes due to illness: Notify us immediately to receive a credit. Cancellations: Credits will be issued for future Hi-Five programs (no refunds). You may cancel your registration at any time, but only remaining balances will be credited—not refunded. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. We’re excited to have your child join us for a great season!

Calling all curious minds! Our hands-on S.T.E.A.M. PlayLab program transforms the play floor into a vibrant laboratory where kids ages 3 to 6 take the lead. In this independent, drop-off class, your little one will use their scientific thinking to explore exciting new themes, test out their big ideas, and draw their own brilliant conclusions. It's all about active, play-based discovery!

Kids will enjoy interactive stories filled with songs, movement, rhymes, and imagination, followed by story-inspired open gym play and a fun group activity. It’s the perfect way to read, move, explore, and play together!

Flippin’ Out is the ultimate gymnastics experience for athletes aged 10+ who are eager to take their skills to the next level. Designed for those striving to become advanced gymnasts, this class offers a fun and challenging journey through developmental gymnastics, focusing on strength, flexibility, and technique. Our program follows a progressive curriculum to ensure every athlete develops the core skills needed to excel in gymnastics. In Flippin’ Out, athletes will work on: Building strength & flexibility for advanced gymnastics skills Mastering essential body positions and proper form: Tumbl Trak: Jumps, combos, tumbling, and landing techniques Vault: Running drills, springboard jumps, and vault body positions Floor: Back/front walkovers, leaps, and more Bars: Grip strength, pullovers, front supports, glides, casts, and back hip circles Beam: Routines, cartwheels, rolls, handstands, turns, and dismounts Ropes & Rings: Climbing, tuck/L-holds, grip strength, and more! Whether you're working on perfecting walkovers or ready to master the bars, Flippin’ Out offers an exciting path to gymnastics greatness! 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.

Flippin’ Out is the ultimate gymnastics experience for athletes aged 10+ who are eager to take their skills to the next level. Designed for those striving to become advanced gymnasts, this class offers a fun and challenging journey through developmental gymnastics, focusing on strength, flexibility, and technique. Our program follows a progressive curriculum to ensure every athlete develops the core skills needed to excel in gymnastics. In Flippin’ Out, athletes will work on: Building strength & flexibility for advanced gymnastics skills Mastering essential body positions and proper form: Tumbl Trak: Jumps, combos, tumbling, and landing techniques Vault: Running drills, springboard jumps, and vault body positions Floor: Back/front walkovers, leaps, and more Bars: Grip strength, pullovers, front supports, glides, casts, and back hip circles Beam: Routines, cartwheels, rolls, handstands, turns, and dismounts Ropes & Rings: Climbing, tuck/L-holds, grip strength, and more! Whether you're working on perfecting walkovers or ready to master the bars, Flippin’ Out offers an exciting path to gymnastics greatness! 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.

Jump, flip, and conquer the course like a ninja! This action-packed class is perfect for kids who love to climb, tumble, and move with power and speed. With a mix of parkour challenges, ninja warrior obstacles, and gymnastics skills like rolls, handstands, and vaults, kids will build strength, agility, and confidence while having a blast.

Fun & Flips Class is a beginner level gymnastics class for athletes who love to flip! Athletes will work on form, strength, flexibility, and be introduced to basic skills and terminology. Fun & Flips will give athlete’s the strong foundation needed to obtain more difficult skills in a fun and engaging way. Athletes will be working on: Building strength & flexibility Gymnastics body positions and correct form Tumbl Trak - Jumps, Body Control, Proper landing positions, Beginner tumbling Vault - Running and jumping on the springboard, body positions Floor - Intro to forward rolls, backward rolls, handstand starters, and cartwheel starters Bars - Grip strength, Chin holds, L-holds, Front Supports & more! Beam - Walks, Body positions, Into to turns, handstands, rolls, and cartwheels on beam Ropes & Rings - Swings, Holds & More!

Homeschool Gymnastics is a beginner level gymnastics class for athletes who love to flip! Athletes will work on form, strength, flexibility, and be introduced to basic skills and terminology. Homeschool Gymnastics will give athlete’s the strong foundation needed to obtain more difficult skills in a fun and engaging way. Athletes will be working on: Building strength & flexibility Gymnastics body positions and correct form Tumbl Trak - Jumps, Body Control, Proper landing positions, Beginner tumbling Vault - Running and jumping on the springboard, body positions Floor - Intro to forward rolls, backward rolls, handstand starters, and cartwheel starters Bars - Grip strength, Chin holds, L-holds, Front Supports & more! Beam - Balance, Walks, Jumps, Into to Skills Ropes & Rings - Swings, Holds & More!

Flipnastics is the perfect class for young athletes, whether they're just starting out or already at an intermediate gymnastics level! Our program is designed for kids ages 7-10, with class groups tailored to their individual skills to ensure a fun, safe, and engaging experience. At Flipnastics, your child will develop strength, flexibility, and confidence through structured skill progressions and focused drills. Our experienced coaches guide athletes through a variety of exciting activities designed to take their skills to the next level! Athletes will work on: Strength & Flexibility: Building a solid foundation for gymnastics success Gymnastics Body Positions: Mastering proper form for each skill Tumbl Trak: Jumps, combinations, tumbling, and perfecting landings Vault: Learning running techniques, springboard jumps, and vaulting form Floor: Progressing through cartwheels, roundoffs, walkovers, bridge kickovers, handstands, and leaps Bars: Developing grip strength, pullovers, chin holds, glides, casts, and back hip circles Beam: Practicing balance with cartwheels, rolls, handstands, turns, and dismounts Ropes & Rings: Building upper body strength with climbing, tuck and L-holds, and grip exercises And so much more! Your child will be challenged in a supportive environment where safety is our priority, and the fun never stops.