All Classes and Programs

The Ridgefield School of Dance is noted for its excellence and focus on technique, professional environment and commitment to small class size. The dance curriculum serves both the pre-professional student and the recreational dancer in Classical Ballet and Pointe. The Jazz and Modern Programs, including Lyrical, Contemporary, Tap and Musical Theater Dance are designed to address the levels of each Read more...

A sense of belonging. Everyone needs a place to belong. A haven where judgment is left at the door. At the YMCA, openness and acceptance abound in an atmosphere of friendship and belonging. It’s where teamwork is valued, relationships are nurtured and the uniqueness of the individual is celebrated. A feeling of trust. Where can you go? Whom can you trust? How Read more...

The Westport Weston Family YMCA Gymnastics Center emphasizes individual skill development in a safe, fun and supportive environment. Our coaching staff wants your child to have a rewarding experience and encourages children of all ages and abilities to participate. Opened in June 2014, the YMCA Gymnastics Center occupies a specially designed 6,500 sq. ft. space at 145 Main St. in Read more...

Appropriate for all ages and conveniently located in downtown Hartford, it’s a day trip the whole family will rave about. Visitors can explore more than 165 hands-on, minds-on activities and exhibits in 10 galleries, a state-of-the-art 3D digital theater, four educational labs, plus daily programs and events. The Connecticut Science Center offers endless exploration for children, teens, and adults. Get Read more...

CURTAIN CALL, INC. is Stamford, Connecticut’s longest-running and only nonprofit theatre-producing company, in residence at The Sterling Farms Theatre Complex, 1349 Newfield Avenue, Stamford, CT 06905. CURTAIN CALL has been voted BEST LOCAL THEATRE GROUP ten years in a row in Fairfield County Weekly’s Annual Readers’ Poll, BEST LOCAL THEATRE by StamfordPlus magazine for ten years running, and has received Read more...

Ways to enjoy your time with us at The Clay Date! Pottery A bit messy, but tons of fun. Great for any age, and the possibilities are endless. Dragons, Owls, Funky Mugs… Oh My Ceramics Painting ceramics is fun, easy, and great for all ages. Our dedicated and friendly staff can offer tons of tips and tools to help you be Read more...

SOCCERTOTS SoccerTots is our flagship program! Playable on almost any surface, these soccer-themed motor skill classes are very easy for youngsters to get into. Younger age groups focus on developing motor skills and self-confidence; older classes focus more on developing core soccer skills and personal focus, and introduce an element of light competition. Instructor-to-student ratio is kept small to maximize Read more...

Art: Fun art classes for kids. Kids will draw out their ideas based on that week’s subject, then they will paint their sketch using their own imagination. Different mediums will be utilized through out the session, including canvas, watercolor, or a collage. Colorful Palette and Creative Creations:  In this class, young artists will learn about mixing colors. They will create Read more...

Why Dance Adventure / Dance Center of Greenwich? Dance Adventure, Inc. was established in Greenwich, Connecticut in 1991 as a school for dance by founder and Director, Nola Van Alstine. Since then, Miss Nola and her professional staff have taught thousands of young dancers from Fairfield and Westchester counties. The Dance Center of Greenwich, their older student division, focuses on dance technique Read more...

The Warner Theatre Center for Arts Education’s highly acclaimed Young Actors Series gives students of the WTCAE the unique opportunity to showcase the skills they’ve learned in their performing arts classes at the Center through high-caliber, full-scale theatrical productions on the Warner’s magnificent Main Stage and Nancy Marine Studio Theatre stage.   Registration for Day Camp is open. Registration for Mini Camp is open. Ages 7-16 Read more...

At Asian Language School, we believe that learning a foreign language should be made fun and easy, especially for languages that use non-latin alphabets such as Chinese and Japanese. Our dedicated teachers and tailored teaching programs make it possible for young learners to enjoy studying the target language while developing their conversational fluency. We have a variety of programs to Read more...

Gymnastic Spectrum offers a fun based and non-competitive approach in teaching young children gymnastics, tae kwon do, and Ninja skills. Classes that develop not only sport specific skills, but also fine and gross motor skills, social skills, and self-confidence are offered for boys and girls 18 months Gymnastics Classes: Tumble Bears, designed for parent + child, concentrates on movements and Read more...

Create Escape is a Contemporary Art studio that specializes in Paint-Your-Own pottery, Fused Glass, Canvas painting, as well as Wheel Throwing and Handbuilding classes. This Contemporary studio is a place for families and individuals to create tangible memories, tap into their inner artist, and get a little messy! From our classes and studio time to our birthday party options we Read more...

Tamara Saari, artistic director of Connecticut Dance Center, LLC (CDC) brings her Nutcracker vision to life on December 15th. The Nutcracker is a celebration of the season’s joy and spirit with dancers from the school. Special guest performers include, Josue Jasmin, and CDC alumni Sophia Ciokajlo and Sebastian Martinez. Connecticut Dance Center, LLC (CDC) is a full-service studio offering dance Read more...

SOCCERTOTS SoccerTots is our flagship program! Playable on almost any surface, these soccer-themed motor skill classes are very easy for youngsters to get into. Younger age groups focus on developing motor skills and self-confidence; older classes focus more on developing core soccer skills and personal focus, and introduce an element of light competition. Instructor-to-student ratio is kept small to maximize Read more...

Your prehistoric adventure awaits at The Dinosaur Place at Nature’s Art Village on Route 85 in Montville, Connecticut! The Dinosaur Place is open April-November (weather permitting). Please Click Here for Hours & Directions. Outdoor Family Fun: Although it’s been more than 66 million years since dinosaurs roamed the earth, The Dinosaur Place™ at Nature’s Art Village is home to over 40 life-sized dinosaurs situated in Read more...

Plan Your Visit   Adventure Old Sturbridge Village (OSV) is a “must-see” destination to experience early New England life from 1790-1840.  One of the country’s largest living history museums, Old Sturbridge Village features costumed interpreters, 40 historic buildings, three water-powered mills, working farms, demonstrations, gardens and antiques.  Visitors can watch the potter, tinsmith, cooper and blacksmith at work, see animals, Read more...

Our History The Children’s Adventure Center was established in Newtown in 1969 by a group of concerned community leaders, as a non-profit organization, to provide early childhood education for local families. The Center is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors elected annually. NAEYC Accreditation CAC is accredited by THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE EDUCATION FOR YOUNG CHILDREN – a national organization whose goal is to Read more...

Summer Camp 2018 New Haven-Milford Locations  Create Your Own Experience Class options: 9am-12pm, 12PM-3PM, Full Day-9am-3pm Summer Theater  We have three streams of summer camps: Weekly Arts Camps, Musical Theater Camp and Dance Camp It includes four classes (music, theater, art, dance (jazz, tap and ballet) for the campers- both indoor and outdoor and varies in level and age group.  Read more...

Arts from the Heart, LLC (home of Tolland County Music Together) offers family music making fun to children ages 0-7 and their grown-ups! Young children thrive in a loving, musical environment where the people they love can share the joy of singing and dancing with them. We offer an inspiring, joyful program based on 20+ years of research in early Read more...

Parent and Child classes – A time for moms, dads, nannies, or grandparents to spend a very special 1 1/2 hours together participating in arts and crafts, music, playtime, storytime, and snacktime. Class size is limited to ten children to allow for individualized attention, and parents have ample opportunity to meet other parents with similar interests. Children develop a sense Read more...

Dance Education of the Highest Standard At Connecticut Dance School, we believe in the transformative power of dance. We teach that dance can add infinite depth and artistry to the lives of young people, opening them to a new world of creative expression. CDS offers a nurturing, disciplined environment where students and their parents fall in love with dance for Read more...

We offer swimming lessons, health and fitness programs, senior activities, youth and adult sports, early childhood educational programs, afterschool child care, summer day camp, volunteer opportunities, and a values-based environment where everyone is welcome. Our programs are diverse there is something for everyone in the family to participate in. The details of each of our programs can be found by clicking Read more...

Connecticut Dance Theatre’s mission is to provide quality training, education, and performances of dance and other related art forms for all ages. CDT is committed to recognizing, encouraging and developing each student leaving them with a positive self-image, a sense of discipline and respect for the performing arts. Year-long programs and summer camps options for classes. Summer Dance with a Read more...

The JCC of Greater New Haven offers something for everyone. Whether you are looking for the finest health club facility, childcare services, educational programs or arts and activities, you will find it all here on our beautiful 54 acre campus. Young and old, individuals and families, Jews and non-Jews, are all greeted with a warm welcome at the JCC. Our mission is Read more...

Our age-appropriate classes and activities come alive in an environment designed to be stimulating and safe. Our small class sizes and experienced teachers help your child get the most out of each session. And you’ll feel right at home in our laid-back atmosphere, perfect for getting to know other parents or joining in the fun. We offer affordable tuition plans Read more...

  Established in 1978, the German School of Connecticut (GSC) – the only professional German Saturday School in CT – provides a high-quality German education program for over 300 children and adults. GSC is a private, non-profit school with branches in Stamford and West Hartford, CT. We offer German language instruction in a friendly, stimulating learning environment for children age 2 Read more...

BringtheHoopla LLC provides high-quality programming for children of all ages by using the hoop as a form of play, exercise, and learning. Our unique curriculum aligns with state and national standards to ensure developmentally appropriate programming that promotes physical literacy. We use positive reinforcement and encouragement to foster persistence, self-confidence, and free expression for all students. Curricula offered by BringtheHoopla Read more...

Welcome to Whippersnappers Play Gym! We offer extraordinary programs at our indoor play gym that help children develop confidence and self-esteem through unique and innovative activities. Our goal is to offer a clean and safe environment for children to explore through music, creative movement, fitness, games, and arts & crafts. Our programs focus on fine and gross motor development in Read more...

US Sports Institute is at the forefront of providing quality sports camps and programs, working with your community based organizations across Fairfield County and beyond. USSI offers an abundance of year round sport programs in the spring, summer, fall and winter for players of all ages and ability levels, in a large range of sports. Our year round, sports classes Read more...

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is one of Connecticut’s top family attractions. Spend an hour, or the whole day and see more than 300 animals representing primarily North and South American species. COme learn about our many endangered and threatened species, which include the Amur (Siberian) tiger, Andean condor, Ocelot, Red wolf, Maned wolf, Giant Anteater and Golden lion tamarin. Grab a Read more...

Kids have fun at Center Stage while learning to become dynamic performers! For more than four decades, the Scarpa family has been at the forefront of theatre education. Here at Center Stage, children and teens grow as performers and as people – and have a great time in the process! Education Director Gina Scarpa coordinates a number programs and activities Read more...

Get Fired Up is a paint-your-own-pottery studio “where everyone is an artist” Everything you make at Get Fired Up is LEAD-FREE and FOOD-SAFE. We are happy to announce that we are now offering GLASS FUSION classes! Join us Friday evenings and let us show you the basics of cutting, assembling and fusing glass pieces. A new project will be featured each Read more...

We invite you to be creative, and encourage you to learn and grow within our artistic community of talented faculty, inspired students and generous volunteers and supporters. Students can explore blacksmithing, bladesmithing, ceramics, fused glass, flameworking, jewelry making, woodturning, weaving and fiber arts. Other areas of special interest include business, marketing, and photography for artists; decorative arts; drawing and painting. Read more...

We present to you the 1st Real Life Ninja Academy.  A gym where the philosophies, programs, equipment, etc that we created at New Era Ninjas are being brought to other areas to share the incredible benefits of Ninja Warrior obstacle training.   Kids Classes: We offer classes for boys and girls ages 5 – 15 with  new obstacles every week!  Click Read more...

Amy’s Active Learning workshops encourage exploration, problem-solving and curiosity while using a variety of learning approaches to touch upon all learning types. These workshops include areas such as art, science, nutrition, and literacy, while also including custom themes, holidays and/or seasonal activities. We tbelieve that “sitting still” is not in the children’s dictionary, therefore we feel an absolute need to incorporate fun, Read more...

We serve the Greater Danbury area, striving every day to strengthen our community and make an impact in people’s lives through our areas of focus. All kids deserve the opportunity to discover who they are and what they can achieve. We see every interaction with young people as an opportunity for learning and development – all grounded in the Y’s Read more...

  John Casablanca’s is on the lookout for new faces and has helped to launch the successful careers of Connecticut natives such as Adaora Akubilo of Windsor (Ray Ban, Cosmo Girl, Ebony, Essence, Macy’s and Target Print and TV Ads; Liz Whinnem of Vernon ( Cosmopolitan, Elle, JC Penney, Lucky, Salon News) who were both placed in the international modeling market. Read more...

For over 30 years our year-round environmental education center with a small working farm has been dedicated to connecting people with the land that enriches and sustains us all, and we do this through our school field trips, adult lectures, family programs, children’s classes, and our summer camp. Family Programs Registration is required for all programs. Please register online or Read more...

Our center is located at our 285-acre Main Sanctuary and features the Kimberlin Nature Education Center—our main building that is the hub for our nature programs, educational exhibits, staff offices, and The Nature Store & Gift Shop. The facility is also available for rental for special occasions. The surrounding landscape serves as an outdoor classroom with 7 miles of hiking Read more...

The NBMAA’s Nurture Through Art: Infant to Teen programs enhance children’s appreciation of art through various interactive projects, therefore fostering intellectual growth and promoting self-confidence and emotional expression. We accommodate all ages and focus on each stage of artistic development in your child’s life.   Programs for Early Learners:  Museum and Me AGES 0-24 mos. Museum and Me Too AGES 24-36 Read more...

The Center Stage Theatre Education Center is a satellite location for Center Stage Theatre Inc. CSEC is located at 430 Coram Ave, Shelton, in the former St. Joseph’s School Building. CSEC offers classes, camps, workshops, and special programs for students in Pre-K through high school. Our programs run Monday-Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings. CSEC’s class programs include acting, singing, tap, ballet, jazz, yoga, Read more...

Founded in 2010 and selected by Connecticut Magazine as Connecticut’s Best Children’s Theater in 2017, New Britain Youth Theater is a professionally-run community and educational theater for children and teens. NBYT produces a season of performances by and for children and young adults, provides educational programming to schools, and offers drama classes and individual coaching and lessons. The theater reaches children and their families Read more...

  Our programs are taught in a safe, fun and inviting environment within our 25,000+ sq ft facility full of Junior and Olympic regulation equipment including (but not limited to) tumbling tracks, foam pits, air tracks, trampolines, inflatables, a water slide and a lot of colorful, fun shaped mats! Our employees are First Aid, CPR and USAG Safety Certified and Read more...

 Fall Registration began July 1st Fall semester begins September 3rd BOYS’ CLASSES Kindergarten Age & up New Era has 3 levels of classes that are separated by age and ability.  We strive to increase your sons’ strength, coordination, agility and confidence.  Gymnastics leads to greater success in all other sports. Click the Read More button to see a description of Read more...

Explore Art and Science at the Bruce Museum Come to the Bruce and take part in our exciting new children and family programming! No advance registration is required and programs are free with Museum admission unless otherwise noted. Bruce Beginnings Tuesdays, 11:00 to 11:45 am and 1:00 to 1:45 pm Bruce Beginnings – Members Only Wednesdays, 9:30 to 10:15 amBruce Beginnings Read more...

  Imagine Nation, A Museum Early Learning Center’s 12 interactive museum studios are optimized for the development of children ages 2-8, and include a thoughtful mix of object-based learning and cutting edge technology! Each studio is equipped with real books, objects, and interactive experiences designed to spark curiosity that can turn into hours of play. Daily hands-on, educator-led workshops take Read more...

  2018 SUMMER AT THE GYMNASTICS CENTER> Tiny Tumblers (parent/child class) One or two coaches lead while parents interact with their children and teach them development skills utilizing all our equipment. An obstacle course is set up and toddlers learn very basic gymnastics skills, including rolls, jumps and balance. Rollers 2.5 – 3.5 years old Your little one will develop Read more...

Our Offerings: Why choose Arts for Learning Connecticut for your arts in education programming? High quality artists in all the arts disciplines Over 30 years of Excellent Customer Service Arts programming that connects directly to curriculum Creative Arts Learning programs for Boys & Girls Clubs, Girl and Boy Scouts, Community Centers Family Programming that features learning for the whole family Read more...

Hours Of Operation Monday – Friday:  9:00am – 6:00pm  ( Office Only ) Monday – Friday:  9:00am – 5:00pm  ( Gallery ) PLEASE CALL AHEAD FOR OTHER TIMES   OUR FACILITY INCLUDES Secure & Safe Building Spacious Classrooms Classes 5 days a week Workshops on Saturdays Small Class Sizes Professional Artists as Instructors Family Friendly Activities & Workshops Open Door Read more...