The Six Best Afterschool Activities in Rockland

We all know that school is important, but what kids do after school is also a big part of their development. Afterschool activities and  programs in Rockland come in all varieties: sports, art, music, gymnastics, crafts, dance, theater, bowling and so much more. Whatever interests your child, you will find a program in Rockland for it. Here are some of our favorites!

The Best Afterschool Activities in Rockland

Bright Beginnings Pre-school & Daycare

6 Charles Street, New City, NY 
2 Mountain View Court, Pomona, NY
914-420-5785
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Serving Rockland County families since 2011, Bright Beginnings of Rockland is thrilled to be celebrating its eleventh year providing quality childcare & aftercare programs - including many wonderful afterschool programs for young children! They currently have two great locations in New City & Pomona to meet your preschool, childcare, and after-care needs for infants to school-age children. Owned and operated by an NYS-certified elementary teacher, they follow a full NYS pre-K curriculum and all staff is NYS-licensed/NAFCC accredited facility and CPR and first aid certified. Bright

Beginnings offers half-day and full-day programs and before and after-school care. For school-aged children, they offer coverage when schools are not in session due to holidays, snow days, or other unforeseen circumstances.  Bright Beginnings understands that providing quality childcare & after-school care is a community effort. They are available to work with you to help your child thrive in a fun, engaging and safe environment. Some fun after-school activities include crafts, music, homework time and outdoor play when weather permits.  The warm, comfortable atmosphere of Bright Beginnings makes your kids feel like they are at their home away from home. For more information, visit brightbeginningsofrockland.com, email [email protected], or call 914-420-5785.

Coupe’ Theatre Studio

430 Market Street, Nanuet, NY
845-623-2808
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Coupe Theatre Studio has been setting the standard for afternoon arts education programs for over 50 years. Established by Broadway performer and teacher Diane Frankel, Coupe’s mission is to provide the best dance and theater education to Rockland County families at the most affordable prices. They specialize in teaching students the joys of dance, while learning correct technique along with style and performance quality guaranteeing Coupe students will stand out at any local or professional audition.

Coupe Alumni can be seen on Broadway Jersey Boys, Aladdin, Little shop of Horrors, A Bronx tale, to name a few, and have traveled all over the world performing in Ballet and Modern dance companies.  The studio caters to recreational dancers and pre-professional students alike, offering classes in all genres of dance and theater. Their professional teaching staff all have a degree in dance education or have had professional performing careers in Ballet Companies (Miami City Ballet Pittsburgh Ballet,) on Broadway (Evita, Victor Victoria, Contact) and at Radio City as the famous Radio City Rockettes. Join us for our 2022 season whether you are 3 or 83 we have a class for you, Ballet, pointe, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Acro and More!

Tumble-bee Gymnastics

401 Market Street, Nanuet, NY
845-623-2553
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Tumble-Bee’s goal is to teach gymnastics in a warm, fun environment while building confidence, coordination, gross & fine motor and social skills. The gym offers developmentally age-appropriate obstacles for children aged 10 months-12 years. Classes for children 10 months- 3/3.5 years, include parent participation & new themes every two weeks. For children aged 3.5 to 5 years, classes are independent while parents watch in the waiting room or drop off and also follow theme weeks.

Children learn gymnastics skills by going through all of the obstacles & apparatus in the gym including the floor, bars, balance beam, and in ground trampoline.  For gymnasts aged 5 - 12 years, Tumble-Bee utilizes the nationally recognized Fun ‘N Fit Progressive Gymnastics Program. Gymnasts work at their skill level and ability. Every gymnast has a chart on file so instructors can help track completed skills over time and share progress with parents.  This recreational, non-competitive program teaches gymnastic skills in tumbling, bars, balance beam, trampoline, vault, mini-trampoline, p-bars, rings, and dance.  

Tumble-Bee’s energetic staff love working with kids, are highly trained on safety, child development, progressions, and students with special needs, and are First-Aid/CPR certified.  Tumble-Bee also offers open gyms, special needs classes, birthday parties, special events, and more. Sign up for your free trial class today!