After-School Classes for Kids in Oakland, Berkeley and Beyond

Action Arts combines athletics with theatrical performance, teaching parkour, gymnastics, tricking, & trampoline courses for pro-end performance. Taught by working professionals in movies, TV shows and video games, class levels start from walking toddlers all the way to adult classes.

ANTS Tennis offers an encouraging team environment for K-5th kids of all experience levels to explore tennis. Your child will learn the FUNdamentals of tennis through engaging games and activities while building confidence, teamwork, healthy habits, and great sportsmanship both on and off the court.

Transform your child's afternoon into an enriching adventure. Through visual arts, elementary students will unwind, create masterpieces, build lasting friendships, and develop foundational life skills—gaining confidence, coordination, and balance.

Berkeley Ballet offers ballet training for all ages, from fun and imaginative Creative Movement for toddlers, to the Youth Division, which balances rigorous technique with nurturing support. Youth Division dancers participate in two stage performances per year.

Berkeley City Ballet is Berkeley's premier school for classical ballet. They offer Pre-Ballet classes for ages 2.5-6 and a Pre-Professional Program for ages 7 and up.

Middle and high school artists explore animation, painting, drawing, fiber arts, and upcycled clothing design in this Strawberry Creek Park studio. Taught by professional artists, classes encourage technical skill, creative thinking, and personal expression in a welcoming, supportive community.

Berkeley Playhouse offers fun-filled musical theater classes this fall. Students in grades K-6 will enjoy story-based classes inspired by The Jungle Book and The Addams Family, while students in grades 4-7 will hone their acting, dancing, and singing skills in the popular Triple Threat class.

After School Mixed Media, Comics Art, Animation, and Fine Art classes for ages 7-16. Saturday Animation Studio and Fine Arts Studio for teens. Class curriculums are year-long, designed and taught by practicing artists with 10+ years teaching experience.

I.R. Guitar Lessons is a music school dedicated to students of all ages and musical styles. They provide opportunities to create lifelong passion through guitar, ukulele, piano, voice, and drum lessons.

The Junior Center of Art and Science at Lake Merritt brings creativity to life with fun, hands-on classes! Kids explore creative tech, STEAM, visual arts, animation and more through exciting and engaging projects. Join them after school to innovate, design, and create in the labs.

At Liv & Chiu Art Studio, young artists learn to see, create, and grow through engaging after-school art classes. Students explore drawing, painting, animation, graphic novels, portraiture, and creative exploration in small classes that foster confidence, creativity, and strong artistic foundations.

Magnolia Music School offers after-school music classes for K–8 students, including group guitar, ukulele, and songwriting classes and youth choirs. Kids learn through an indie folk-pop lens in a warm, creative environment that nurtures confidence, musicality, and joyful collaboration.

MES coaches students in reading, math, executive functioning, writing, APs and IBs, Spanish, and French. All MES coaches have advanced degrees in teaching, classroom experience, and add'l training to support students with ADHD, dyslexia, or other learning differences.

Mr. D’s Music Club’s Creative Spaces is a fun, collaborative after-school performing arts program blending singing, acting, dancing, and art. Kids build confidence, expand their creativity, and work together to create a final performance. Trial classes are available.

The Oakland Cubs Cross Country Team is a youth running program where athletes of all experience levels can learn, grow, and have fun. Whether your child is new to running or enjoys competing, they welcome recreational and competitive runners of all ages with a variety of classes for ages 3+.

Oaktown Boulders offers afterschool youth climbing classes for preschool through high school. Held in a private youth facility and coached by the gym’s owner, classes integrate movement with self-awareness, growth mindset, and community. Sessions run Monday–Friday, from 3:30–5 pm and 5–6:30 pm.

Park Gymnastics offers age-based classes through Kindergarten and skill-level classes for grades 1–3 (ages 6–8): Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Xcel competitive team. Gymnasts build on foundational skills while gaining strength, confidence, and a lifelong love of movement.

Teaches private, personalized piano lessons designed to make learning approachable and engaging for kids. Using the award-winning Payam Method, students begin with a simple alphanumeric notation that helps them play songs right away, before gradually transitioning to traditional sheet music.

The Shoong Family Chinese Cultural Center (SFCCC) offers Mandarin and Cantonese language, arts and culture for grades K–9 through both after-school and Saturdays. Located in Oakland Chinatown since 1953—your child will grow in both language and community.

Join the Small Steps Art Studio After School Art Club! Weekly 90-minute classes led by local artists. Kids explore materials, techniques, and the foundations of art while building confidence and creative skills. 12-week program for ages 6-10. Enroll now!

At Soundwise Piano Studio, students learn to become lifelong, joyful musicians. They offer beginning group classes for 5-6 year olds, Piano Partner lessons, and private lessons for all ages and levels.

Su Yun's fall program offers math, abacus, beginner and intermediate/advanced chess, cartooning, fashion design, ceramics, Godot game development, 3D armor design and printing, and 1:1 or small-group Chinese tutoring, helping students build creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills.

A joyful, camp-like program for TK–5th grade students that blends Jewish learning, enrichment and fun. Each afternoon includes outdoor time, creative activities, games and homework support, helping children unwind while staying engaged. School pick-up from select San Leandro schools.

Children develop essential life skills such as discipline, focus, coordination, and self-confidence. Pre-Cap classes are ages 3-5. Youth Capoeira is ages 6-12. Mixed-age Capoeira is for 13+. Your first class at UCA Hayward is $5. Save 25% on memberships or camps with code UCA510FAM.

At Way to Glow Kids Yoga, kids playfully explore yoga poses, breathing exercises, mindfulness, cooperative games, and relaxation techniques. The benefits of practicing yoga include building strength and flexibility, reducing stress, connecting with peers, and boosting self-esteem!