2025 Back to School Activity Guide
The 2025 BACK TO SCHOOL ACTIVITY Guide is HERE!
While back to school means end of summer, it also means FALL is around the corner, and it’s time to think about ways to keep your kids active, stimulated, and creating! We are so lucky there are so many amazing programs (think music, sports, the arts, and more) all available locally!
Check some of these out, and get moving!
- Website: https://www.craftykidswestport.com/
- Ages: Preschool and Elementary- aged kids
- About: Crafty Kids Westport .. Let’s Get Messy! Offering after school process art classes for elementary and preschool ages, sensory art playgroups for littles, open studio hours for all ages, highly engaging and creative camps on days off and early dismissal days, customized birthday parties, special events and so much more!! Check out our website for all classes, birthdays and camps registration. Classes begin the week of September 9th, Birthdays booking through winter months and Camps are now available through the end of the school year!
- Parties: **We are now booking out of studio parties for all types of events! Email us for information [email protected]
- Contact: Email: Nora at [email protected] | Phone: (203) 544-3233
- Location: 1019 Post Road East, Westport
- Website: https://www.ctcitylax.com/
- Ages: K-8th and high school programs
- About: CT City Lacrosse – Train. Compete. Thrive. CT City offers year-round boys’ and girls’ lacrosse training — fall, winter, and summer — at four indoor locations and 2 outdoor locations in Norwalk (Mecca & NEAC) and Stamford (STM & BVSA). Our professional coaches create a fast-paced, engaging environment for players Grades K–8, plus high school pre-season programs and specialized training like our Goalie School. Directed by Mike Nazzaro (14-year varsity Head Coach / 2024 FCIAC Coach of the Year) with a staff of college coaches, varsity players, and seasoned coaches, CT City is where skills and confidence grow. Club neutral and focused on the overall player development to get out and compete at the next level, or recreationally. We even offer private neighborhood cohorts — bringing elite training right to your home or yard.
- Contact: Email [email protected]
Earthplace: Where Science, Conservation and Education Meet
- Website: https://earthplace.org
- Ages: All ages! Infant – adult
- About: Fall into nature at Earthplace! Come experience our 62-acre nature center and wildlife sanctuary, located in the heart of Westport, CT, which includes 2 miles of walking trails, a one-of-a-kind birds of prey exhibit, animal encounters (with over 60+ resident animal ambassadors), and more! Our lineup of nature-based programming and events offers something for everyone in the family. Check out our new fall program guide and register today!
- Contact: Email: [email protected] | Phone: (203) 557-4400
- Location: 10 Woodside Lane, Westport
GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL – NORWALK
About Us: Goldfish Swim School, located in Norwalk, is the premier learn-to-swim facility for kids ages 4 months to 12 years old. The swim school uses a holistic philosophy, The Science of SwimPlay, to help children build life skills both in and out of the water using play-based learning in a fun and safe environment. Goldfish Swim School was created by parents, for parents, with this goal in mind — to give kids the platform to build essential life skills that will help them make waves in life. They’ve created an inviting and safe place where kids overcome their fears, learn to swim, respect the water and have lots of fun while doing it. Their award-winning tropical environment and shiver-free pools are simply the fun backdrop for where kids do some serious growing and learning. So while they’re focused on the serious stuff, your family will be focused on the fun. Parents love the peace of mind and proven curriculum their certified instructors provide.
- Flexible class times.
- 30-minute weekly lessons.
- No sessions! Enroll anytime.
- Life-saving skills taught through play.
- Family swims, birthday parties & tons of fun.
- Website: https://www.hqhtherapy.com/
- Contact:
- About: Back to school — without the stress! Parents, does homework time feel like an uphill battle? We understand at High Quality Home Therapy and we’ve got you covered. At High Quality Home Therapy, our speech therapists, occupational therapists, and rehab aides help kids build the skills they need to succeed — and give YOU peace of mind. Let’s make this school year one where your child thrives – in and out of the classroom!
- Executive Functioning Skills
- Homework Help & Organization
- Memory Boosts & Cognitive Rehab
- Communication Coaching
- Social Development Support
- Contact: Phone (203) 212-4191
- Location: 30 Buxton Farms Road, Suite 230, Stamford
- Website: https://www.hhpottery.com/
- Contact: Email [email protected] | Phone: (203) 762-6220
- Ages: All ages
- About: Happy Hands Art & Pottery is located in downtown Wilton (Wilton Center) and Fairfield (Sportsplex). Our paint-your-own pottery studio welcomes people of all ages and skill levels to paint, create, and have fun!
- We offer: Birthday Parties, Camps, Ladies’ Nights, Team-Building Events, After-School Programs, Corporate Group Events and more!
- Walk-ins are welcome; however, reservations are strongly encouraged.
- We are open daily!
- Enjoy a relaxing, creative experience transforming ready-to-paint pottery into beautiful, functional works of art. Each piece is glazed and kiln-fired to achieve a durable, food-safe finish. All of our pottery, paints, and clay are non-toxic, lead-free, and food-safe.
- **Turnaround time: Orders are typically ready for pickup within 7–10 business days. Rush orders may be subject to a $25 fee.
- Come visit us and make something amazing
- Location: Wilton River Park Center – 5 River Rd, Wilton | Sportsplex@Fairfield, 85 Mill Plain Rd., Bldg. L, Fairfield
LAURA PENDERGAST THEATRE CAMP 4 KIDS BROADWAY ACADEMY
- Website: https://theatercamp4kidsbroadwayacademy.com
- Ages: 5+
- About Us: Join us for the Fall 2025-2026 Season! TheatreCamp4Kids Broadway Academy offers weekly group classes for Kindergarten-high schoolers, private voice lessons, Audition Bootcamps, and semi-private classes for smaller groups. Classes will run weekly (by grade) from September 2025 through January, 2026 with a final performance parents will be invited to attend!
- Contact: Phone: (917) 734-8462 | Email: [email protected]
- Location: Greens Farms Congregational Church (71 Hillandale Rd, Westport)
- Website: www.make-modern.com
- Ages: 5 years to adult
- About: Where high design meets hands-on joy. Make-Modern is Fairfield County’s high-end crafting and sewing studio, offering joyful, skill-based classes, camps, and parties for kids and adults in our Westport, Darien, and Greenwich studios. Every project is thoughtfully designed, using premium materials and simple, confidence-building techniques. The result? Projects you’re proud to bring home and skills that stick for life. Our fall weekly classes are now registering, with options for modern craft, sewing, crochet, knitting, and needlepoint. Give your child (or yourself!) the gift of creativity, confidence, and a beautiful project to bring home every week—and don’t forget to book an unforgettable fall birthday party in our cheerful, light-filled studios.
- Contact: Email [email protected] | Phone: (203) 655-1985
NORTHEAST VOLLEYBALL CLUB
Website: https://northeastvbc.leagueapps.com/
Ages: K-High School
About: Step into your volleyball journey with Northeast Volleyball Club (Norwalk, CT)! Join us this fall for a variety of programs for athletes of all ages. Whether your child is new to volleyball or fresh off our summer camps, our expert coaches provide personalized training and a positive, inclusive learning environment. Since 2018, NEVBC has been training young athletes to become elite volleyball players, guided by a coaching staff that includes many decorated and former professional players. With over 80 alumni now competing at the collegiate level, our goal is to continue growing the sport of volleyball in the northeast. CLICK HERE to explore our Fall 2025 Guide, which includes information on:
- Fall Launch Clinics (Coed Grades K-12)
- Fall Launch Teams (Coed Grades 5-8)
- Boys Club Tryouts
- Strength & Conditioning Classes
- …and more!
Contact: Email [email protected] | Phone: (203) 939-7413 | Instagram
Location: Northeast Athletic Center – 365 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Norwalk
NORWALK METROPOLITAN BALLET
Website: www.nmyb.org
Ages: 4+ years old
About Us: Awarded Outstanding School by Youth America Grand Prix, Norwalk Metropolitan Youth Ballet is considered to be Fairfield county’s premier ballet theatre school. Since our founding in 2014, NMYB has been providing compassionate teaching within a community-focused environment. Classes include Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Contemporary, Acro, Pas de Deux, along with competitive and performing opportunities.
Registration is ongoing; classes offered for 4 years and older.
Contact: Email: [email protected] | Phone: (203) 642-4882
Location: 112 Main Street Norwalk, CT 06851
ONE RIVER WESTPORT
Website: https://westport.oneriverschool.com
Ages: 3 years old – adult
About Us: At One River School, our students simply have more fun learning to create and produce compelling art. It is our belief that we are transforming art education®, as well as providing an experience that changes lives in the communities that we serve.
Our Class Experience:
- CURRICULUM CELEBRATING THE ART OF TODAY – One River has developed a unique project-based curriculum using the lessons learned from the most compelling living artists.
- FUN FIRST LEARNING ENVIRONMENT – From day one our students find their creative path in a learning process built to create a fun and relevant educational experience.
- PASSIONATE EDUCATORS – Our instructors are master-level educators and practicing artists who demonstrate a passion to help each student reach their goals.
Special Discount Code: New students can use code Create50 for $50 off your FIRST class! Valid through September.
Contact: Phone: (203) 557-6677 | Email: [email protected]
PAL Girls Flag Football League
- Website: https://www.westportpal.org/flaghomepage
- Ages: Kindergarten-8th Grade
- About: Calling all girls who love Football!! Did you know that Flag Football will be making its Olympic debut in the 2028 games?…and that Girl’s Flag Football is growing in prominence as a high school and collegiate level sport? If your child is interested in learning more, sign her up for the NEW GIRL’S FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE THIS FALL IN WESTPORT! **No experience needed- ALL WELCOME
- Clinics with Staples and IST coaches – Mondays 530-7PM (Greens Farms Elementary School)
- Games with coaches and parent volunteers – Saturday afternoons (exact timing and location TBD)
- Contact: Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
- Website: www.risingstars-ct.org
- Ages: Kindergarten-College
- About: Producing top tier talent and education for young artists in Fairfield County with our quadruple threat method: singing, acting, dance & musicianship. At Rising Stars, our foremost commitment is to provide a holistic and enriching theatrical and musical education to every student. Through our distinctive “quadruple threat method”—focusing on singing, acting, dancing, and musicianship—students are equipped with the versatile skill set essential to meet any challenge encountered in the audition room.
- Contact: Email risingstarsperformingartsct@
gmail.com | Phone: (203)952-6408 - Location: 60 East Ave, Norwalk
- Website: www.SaraHollandSports.com
- Ages: 17 months – high school
- About: Sara Holland is a former professional athlete whose programs and coaches offer sports programs and lessons for kids 17 months and up. Focusing on Baseball & Softball Lessons (beginner & travel), Bike Lessons, Basketball lessons, and sports classes for kids as young as 17 months. They also host birthday parties Outdoors and now at their INDOOR LOCATION! Working with Clients in Westport, Fairfield, Weston, Greenwich, New Canaan, and Darien.
- Special Offer:Save $100 off Birthday Parties WPMOM100
- Contact: Phone: (434) 825-4689 | Email: [email protected]
- Location: 833 Post Rd. East, Westport
SUPER SOCCER STARS
Website: soccerstars.com/ny/
Ages: 1-12+
About: At Super Soccer Stars, we provide a comprehensive developmental experience for children ages 1 to 12+. Our approach goes beyond teaching the basics of soccer. We use the game as a tool to instill essential life skills, boost confidence, and encourage teamwork in every session. Our top priority is to ensure every child has a safe, positive, and fun experience on the field. Proudly voted Best After-School Soccer Program by Westchester Family two years running (2024 & 2025)! Our sister program, Amazing Athletes, was voted Best Multi-Sport Program in 2025, with programs offered through schools and community locations. Together, Amazing Athletes and Super Soccer Stars bring over 20 years of experience inspiring a lifelong love of movement in children starting at 12 months. Both programs offer age-appropriate, high-energy classes with a low child-to-coach ratio, centered on fun and fundamentals. Amazing Athletes introduces kids to multiple sports to build confidence and coordination, while Super Soccer Stars develops soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive environment that promotes teamwork. Families across Westchester trust these programs year-round to keep kids active, engaged, and building healthy habits for life.
SPECIAL OFFER: Use code THELOCALMOM35 to save $35
Contact: Email: Infonyct@soccerstars.
TRIPLE DOUBLE BASKETBALL TRAINING
- Website: www.tripledoublebasketballct.com
- Ages: Boys and Girls Pre-K (3.5) to 8th Grade (13)
- Contact: Email Thomas@
TripleDoubleBasketballCT.com | Phone: (631) 833-4254 - About: Triple Double is Westport’s leading program in Youth Basketball Development! We have programs in Fairfield and at the Westport YMCA! We specialize in little ballers from Pre-K to 3rd grade! Our experienced coaches specialize in developing the player both on and off the court and create a fun environment for the kids that helps build their love of basketball!
- Location: Multiple locations across Westport and Fairfield
- Website: www.tumblejungle.com
- Ages: 0 – 8 years old
- About:Tumble Jungle is a family enrichment and play center offering classes for all ages, including Parent and Me, recreational gymnastics, summer and day camps, open play, birthday parties, and more. What makes us unique is our play-based approach in a vibrant facility featuring trampolines, obstacle courses, a zip line, and foam pits—led by energetic instructors who help each child grow in confidence, coordination, and fun.
- Contact: Email [email protected] | Phone: (203) 286-4608
- Location: 250 Westport Ave, Norwalk
- Website: https://www.
wakemantownfarm.org - Ages: Children’s Farm and Cooking Programs for ages 0 – 3, 3 – 5, 6-10 and 11-14
- About: Wakeman Town Farm offers a variety of kids farm programs that provide an interactive experience with our furry and feathered animals, and allows kids to get their hands dirty in our gardens. It’s an experience like no other.
- Wakeman Town Farm Cooking- There’s always something cooking in Tim’s Kitchen, and we are hearing from parents who said they’d like to enroll their kids in our weekly fall culinary programs early. Visit our website for class descriptions and registration links to kids’ weekly cooking sessions, featuring fantastic seasonal menus and a bounty of late-season produce grown right on the Farm!
- Contact: Email [email protected]
- Location: Wakeman Town Farm (134 Cross Highway, Westport)
- Website: https://www.westportdance.com/our-program
- Ages: Pre-K-18 years old
- About: Join us this season as we celebrate 50 years of being part of the Westport Dance community! Offering classical ballet, pointe, jazz, tap, modern, and hip hop dance to all ages and levels in a safe and nurturing environment.
- Contact: Email[email protected] | Phone: (203) 226-9987
- Location: 1200 Post Road East, Westport
WESTPORT WESTON FAMILY YMCA
Website: https://westporty.org
Ages: Infant – adult
About: The Westport Weston Family YMCA welcomes individuals of all ages, interests, and abilities. Our classes and programs include dance, gymnastics and swimming, sports, adult fitness, teen conditioning, school age child care and social activities that foster friendships, achievement and connectedness for all who walk through our doors.
DANCE CLASSES | GYMNASTICS CLASSES | SPORTS & REC | SWIMMING PROGRAMS
CONTACT: Phone: (203) 226-8981