Sports
After School at Santa Fe Climbing Center
The After School program at the Santa Fe Climbing Center (3008 Cielo Court) creates a stimulating environment in which climbers of 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. Programs begin the week of August 22 and meet once a week for 8-9 weeks from 3:30-5:00 p.m. The After School Classes are available for age groups 5-8 and 9-13,and cost $180 for 9 weeks. Call 505-986-8944, email info@climbsantafe.com, or visit climbsantafe.com.
Skate School Santa Fe
After-School / Home School Programs are now underway for all abilities ages 3 and up with indoor ramps for year-round fun at Skate School Santa Fe (825 Early Street #H). Use our school boards and gear to get started; we also have a complete shop to help students properly gear up. Curriculum includes skateboard homework and exploring the history of skateboarding using our museum and video library. We also offer birthday parties, parents night out, and monthly events. Call 474-0074 or visit SkateboardSafety.com.
Arts
Art School Santa Fe
Art School Santa Fe (3600 Cerrillos) . integrates classical fine art methods with current themes. Students work on their own projects based on the individual’s interest, age, and skill level. Classes focus on a variety of artistic genres ranging from anime, painting, and fantasy to portfolio preparedness. Ages 5 and up: Tuesdays 4-5:05, Wednesdays 3:30-4:35 and 4:50 – 5:55, Thursdays 3:45-4:50, Fridays 3:45-4:50, Saturdays 10-11:05. Teens 12 and up: Fridays 5-6:15. Call 505-364-3256, email ronny@artschoolsantafe.com, or visit artschoolsantafe.com
Dragonfly Art Studio
Our art classes stimulate imagination, creativity, and experimentation with a wide range of art media and materials to inspire the Art Zone through life. Enrollment is now open for our in-studio After School Art Program, our No-School Art Days’, and our Holiday Handmade Gift-Making Weekend. Celebrate creatively with customized art birthday parties, holiday gatherings, and get-togethers with family in the studio. Enroll yourself or your child to discover your inner artist. Visit dragonflyartsf.com or call Oceanna at 505-670-5019.
NDI New Mexico at the Dance Barns
Over 70 classes per week to choose from, including ballet, creative movement, hip-hop, jazz, tap, modern, contemporary, and pointe. Registration is open until October 1 for ages 3-18. We offer adult ballet and tap classes for ages 18 and up. Adult registration is ongoing. Visit ndi-nm.org/fall or call 505-795-7088. Sliding scale available.
Queen Bee Music Association
Offering after school group classes for kids ages 5+ on guitar, ukulele, percussion, and more. Join us for our fall session of classes beginning September 12. Group classes meet once per week for 10 weeks, for beginning and intermediate students. Tuition is $180-$200, with tuition assistance available. Visit queenbeemusicassociation.org or call 505-278-0012.
Santa Fe Jewish Center Chabad
Bring a 3,000-year-old heritage alive by giving your child a fun and exciting Jewish experience. The Jewish Kids Club is an after-school program connecting Jewish children and their families. Weekly meetups feature a variety of exciting activities including Jewish art, cooking, songs, hands-on learning, and more. Give your child a chance to discover the beauty and joy of Judaism in a way they have never experienced before!The Club meets on Wednesdays from 3:30-5:15 p.m. at the Santa Fe Jewish Center Chabad. Visit santafejcc.com/kidsclub.
Santa Fe Youth Symphony Association
Providing music education in Santa Fe since 1994, Santa Fe Youth Symphony Association has opportunities for your beginner, intermediate, or advanced music student in 4th-12th grade in orchestra, chamber music, mariachi, and jazz! With sliding scale tuition and instrument rentals, we make music education accessible for everyone. Intermediate and advanced players can audition for a non-beginner ensemble by visiting our website and scheduling an audition. Register before September 6 (September 15 with late registration fee- $20) for our fall semester or January 15 for our spring semester. Visit www.sfysa.org, call 505-672-5565, or email cameron@sfysa.org.
Wise Fool Fall After School Programs
Kids in Pre-K through 6th grade can run away with the circus at Wise Fool Studios (1131-B Siler Road, Santa Fe). Students in our popular circus classes are physically active, practice teamwork, and have a ton of fun. They learn stilt walking, unicycling, aerial fabric, trapeze, juggling, puppet making, clowning, and more in a safe, noncompetitive environment. Fall session runs August 29 through December 10. Classes fill up quickly. Scholarships and payment plans available. Cost varies based on age and class type. Register at wisefoolnewmexico.org or call (505) 992-2588.
Tutoring & Learning
May Center for Learning
May Center for Learning supports students who learn differently through our school, after school classes, and evaluation center. Specializes in reading and writing intervention by highly skilled teachers. Call 505-983-7407 or visit maycenter.org.
Boys and Girls Club of Santa Fe/Del Norte
The Santa Fe Boys and Girls Clubs provides a safe, positive, and engaging environment and programs that prepare and inspire children to achieve great futures. SFBGC After School Program not only provides care for working families but also focuses on helping kids and teens get ready for college and careers, live healthy, and lead in their communities. Financial assistance available. Visit bgcsantafe.org. Contact Lauren at 505-429-7702 for information about Las Vegas club or Brian at 505-204-0303 for information about Santa Fe clubs.
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe
Girls Inc. of Santa Fe provides girls (age 5-18) throughout Santa Fe with life-changing experiences and real solutions to the unique issues girls face. Girls Inc. gives girls the tools and support they need to succeed, including trained professionals who mentor and guide them in a safe, girls-only environment, peers who share their drive and aspirations, and research-based programming. At Girls Inc., girls learn to set and achieve goals, boldly confront challenges, resist peer pressure, and see college as attainable. Programming focuses on healthy living (Strong); academic enrichment and support (Smart); and life skills and independence (Bold). After-school transportation is available for girls from seven Santa Fe schools. Visit girlsincofsantafe.org or call 505-982-2042.