Browse through San Diego’s Afterschool Activities Guide to find a variety of engaging classes and programs from comic-book creation to theater arts. Contact advertisers directly to register, and be sure to say you saw their ad in Family Magazine. SN indicates companies that are trained to care for children with special needs.
Sports/Fitness
Aqua Pros Swim School
Clairemont, 619-209-2990
www.aquapros.org
Our program is designed to help students thrive and become competent swimmers while offering the most convenient, family-friendly structure for parents. We instruct all students: 2-month-old infants through adults. All classes are 30 minutes. In group classes, swimmers are grouped by ability, we never hold a swimmer back due to age. Once enrolled, there is no need to re-enroll at the beginning of each session, ensuring that you will always keep your desired class time.
*GRIT Gymnastics
Kearny Mesa, 858-848-4096
www.gritgymnasticsclub.com
Join us for gymnastics fun after school! Check out our recreational classes, pre-team and team information on our website.
*Momentum Acrobatics SN
Sorrento Valley, 858-370-3547
www.momentumacrobatics.com
Every afternoon is an adventure in learning, creativity and fun physical activity. Our program is built for flexibility and includes enrollment in recreational gymnastics classes, homework assistance and tutoring, and a healthy snack each day. Transportation from local schools is available!
*San Diego Trail Company
Poway, 858-748-6441
www.sandiegotrailcompany.com
A safe and engaging after-school space where kids can learn, create and connect while building life-long skills and friendships. Includes homework help, arts & crafts, ranch activities, snacks, animal care and optional horseback riding.
*United States Karate Academy SN
Sports Arena, 619 597-2068
www.uskasandiego.com
United States Karate Academy has been in business since June 2007. We offer a range of martial arts classes for all age groups, starting with our Diaper Dragons program for children ages 18 months to 3 years, followed by the Tiny Tigers program for ages 3-6, our Young Lions program for ages 7-12, and a Teens/Adults program for students 13 and older. Our mission is to empower every student to reach their full potential, helping them achieve their goals and dreams.
Visual Arts
The Hot Spot
Point Loma, 619-223-1339
4S Ranch, 858-310-6499
www.thehotspotstudio.com
Bring the kids for some creative fun! Choose from pottery and canvas painting, candle making, mosaics, slime and succulent gardens. We are open daily,; no age limit or experience necessary. Bonus! Parents can enjoy a little art therapy too. Most projects go home the same visit. Pottery is ready in a few days.
Little Fish Comic Book Studio
College Area, 619-356-1103
www.lilfish.us
Little Fish Comic Book Studio is a nonprofit comic and manga-focused art studio that focuses on collaboration, comics and community. We help your young artists develop their skills and confidence!
Performing Arts
*City Ballet School
Pacific Beach, 858-274-6058
www.cityballet.org
City Ballet School, under the direction of internationally known ballet artists Steven and Elizabeth Wistrich, offers extensive ballet programs for dancers as young as four years of age to the pre-professional level. Graded classes taught by professionals are available week days and Saturdays, plus performance opportunities.
San Diego Junior Theatre
Balboa Park, 619-239-1311
www.juniortheatre.com
Theatre skills are skills for life: San Diego Junior Theatre’s education programs have been inspiring young people to grow as confident communicators, creative problem solvers, community builders, and artists, for over seven decades.
Academic Programs
*Ember Coding Lab
Del Mar, 858-240-0010
www.coder.build
After-school coding and AI classes for kids ages 6-12
Updated: August 2025
