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Kids Programs in the Oklahoma City Metro
Studies show that kids engaged in sports, the arts, leadership organizations and other enriching activities improve their social, creative, academic, organizational and goal-setting skills. Whether your kids are into baseball, soccer, swimming, basketball, dance, art or STEM, you’re sure to find extracurricular fun in our Kids Program Guide below which covers Oklahoma City, Norman, Edmond, Moore, Yukon and beyond.
This directory is generously sponsored by the Oklahoma City Parks and Recreation department. OKC Parks provides cultural, social and recreational experiences that cultivate wellness and a healthy lifestyle. Their nine recreation centers provide a wide variety of year-round programs and activities for everyone in the family. From team and individual sports, to engaging cultural programs, crafts, after school and more – OKC Parks offer a full roster of fun in a safe, welcoming environment.
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Aqua-Tots Swim Schools provides a safe and friendly environment for children to learn swimming skills. With a focus on water safety and confidence-building, Aqua-Tots offers swim lessons for children of all ages and abilities, beginning at 4 months of age.…
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Lil’ Kickers is first and foremost a child development program, helping children mature on all levels by building a strong physical, intellectual and emotional foundation that will help children be successful on and off the soccer field. The Lil’ Kickers…
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Ballet and Movement Arts Center of Moore offers ballet and Laban-based creative movement classes for students of all ages. Instructors pair technical training with creative movement, improvisation and choreography so that students develop agency and authenticity in their movement styles…
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Girls on the Run inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running. Girls on the Run's afterschool program meets twice per week for 10 weeks. Girls will have fun, make friends,…
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Goldfish Swim School provides a state-of-the-art tropical aquatic swimming facility that is dedicated to indoor swim classes and programs for children. Their premier learn-to-swim programs cater to children as young as four months and extend all the way up to…
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i9 Sports is OKC’s premier recreational youth sports league, offering 7-week programs in basketball, soccer, t-ball, volleyball and basketball for kids ages 3–14. What sets them apart is their commitment to making youth sports fun, inclusive, and focused on sportsmanship.…
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Kidokinetics has engaged children with their fun, high-energy sports and fitness classes since 1996, introducing physical education to boys and girls of all ages. They are a premier sports, fitness, health, and recreation program provider that comes to your preschool,…
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Kidstrong is a private training center with custom equipment, specialized training programs and certified coaches that serve as a milestone accelerator for kids walking through 11 years old. Their mission is to build future-ready kids who are confident in making…
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For nine years, Metro Gymnastics in Oklahoma City has been named the best gymnastics facility by MetroFamily readers via their Family Favorites program. Metro Gymnastics, in its 40th year, offers innovative gymnastics classes for walking toddlers, preschool and school-age children…
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OKC Parks offers a variety of after-school activities and programs for kids of all ages including tennis, soccer, baseball, softball, skateboarding and more. The After School Kids Club is open to elementary and middle school students and offers a safe…
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Children ages 1-4 years old are the most vulnerable to drowning. Did you know that formal swim lessons reduce the risk of drowning by 88%? Oklahoma Swim Academy is a local, family-owned survival swim school dedicated to teaching all ages a…
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The Simon Greiner Program enthusiastically promotes the sports of Cross Country and Track & Field in Oklahoma City Public Schools. This collaborative initiative between Don & Shellie Greiner, Cleats 4 Kids, and Fields & Futures carries on the legacy of…
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Studio J offers students of all ages and abilities the opportunity for self-expression and faith through dance. Ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, hip-hop, boys-only hip-hop, contemporary and theatre classes are taught by instructors with a combined 85 years of professional experience.…
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Threshold Climbing and Fitness is a 20,000 sq ft facility dedicated to making fitness fun for everyone. They are a state-of-the-art indoor rock climbing facility that offers bouldering, sport climbing and speed climbing. They are equipped with a certified and…
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The program offers competitive and non-competitive tumbling and cheerleading for ages 4 and up for all levels. Cheer and tumble clinics and camps are also offered at various times during the year. 2020, 2021 & 2023 Family Favorites Finalist - Gymnastics/Cheer…
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After-School Program: The YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City is the area’s largest provider of school-age childcare, with over 1,400 children in their care each day. Children are given the opportunity to express their individual talents in a safe and well-supervised…
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Many branches of YMCA OF GREATER OKC offer sports leagues, including baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, martial arts, swimming, esports and more. Opportunities are provided for kids to learn specific sports skills in a supportive atmosphere. Leadership, teamwork and cooperation are…
