Fall is just around the corner, and with back-to-school comes the excitement of after-school activities. For younger kids, these programs are a wonderful way to broaden their social circles, explore new interests, and build skills in a low-pressure environment. As they grow, activities can become an outlet for focused training, leadership, or simply a chance to connect with friends — and yes, it might also be when parents officially earn their “taxi driver” badge. The best part? There’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Each program has its own philosophy, so you can choose the one that aligns with your child’s personality and goals — whether that’s pure fun, skill development, or competitive training.
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The Kubert School
Madison
973-361-1327
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Fusion Academy
Morristown
973-267-0474
Alliance Dance
Randolph
973-753-6612
Denville Dance Arts Center
Denville
973-627-1440
Diamond Dance
Parsippany
908-659-8079
Gateway to the Arts
Denville
973-794-4778
Randolph Dance Arts
Randolph
973-970-9082
A1 Driving School
Mine Hill
973-927-9817
Cavu Trampoline & Tumbling
Mountain Lakes
973-988-1988
Flippin Out
Pompton Plains
973-835-1665
Rettig's Gymnastics
Cedar Knolls
973-267-5611
Immortal Dragons
Pompton Plains
908-406-2711
Inspire Martial Arts
Denville
908-336-5425
Morristown Taekwon-Do
Morristown
862-345-7853
Bach to Rock
Denville
973-352-0557
Lindeblad School of Music
Pine Brook
973-439-7292
Denville Music Academy
Mt Lakes
973-4553-6775
Sellwood Studios
Madison
862-222-7191
i9 Sports
Morristown
973-302-5466
 | Seaton Hackney Stables 440 South Street, Morristown 973-644-3355 Hours: Daily 8am-6pm Ages: 3 - 99 Enrollment: Ongoing Seaton Hackney Stables in Morristown provides fun after-school horse and pony activities for kids who love interacting with animals. Visit us to enjoy our petting zoo, explore programs for aspiring equestrians of all ages and abilities, and experience the excitement firsthand. Our friendly staff is ready to show you around and explain how our activities positively impact children's social and emotional well-being. Seaton Hackney Stables also offers specialized programs for children with special needs and abilities. As a County-owned Equestrian facility, Seaton Hackney Stables provides a variety of riding activities to the Community and beyond in a supportive atmosphere and at a moderate cost. Some of the activities your children can enjoy: -Private and Group Lessons -PEP -Petite Equestrian Programs for kids 3yo through 7yo - Birthday Parties -Troop -Trail rides - Seasonal Camps and daily FlexCamp - Pony Rides - Volunteering opportunities -Coaching and Training for Horse Shows -An IEA Show Team |
 | Code Ninja 3130 RT-10 West, Denville https://www.codeninjas.com/nj-denville 973-370-4570 Ages: Kindergarten and Up Enrollment open all year long Hours: Monday CLOSED; Tuesday 3:30-7:00; Wednesday 3:30-7:00; Thursday 3:30-7:00; Friday STEM Only 5:30-7:30; Saturday 10-2; Sunday 10-2 Ask about our school break camps and birthday parties |
Club SciKidz
Morristown
862-399-9942
 | Aqua Smiles Located inside Kinnelon Sports and Fitness Club 1481 US-23 Butler, NJ 07405 For more information or to register: info@aquasmilesnj.com For Ages 4 months to Adult 3 Season Swim: Month to month Fall/Winter/Spring perpetual enrollment September 9th - June 27th Tuesday/Thursday 3:00-7:00 Wednesday 12:00-6:00 Friday 9:00-5:00 Saturday 9:00-1:00 |
C2 Education
Parsippany
973-917-8522
Win Tutoring
Randolph
973-769-9694
If your business offers after school programs, we’d love to help you share them with local families. Email Sandyn@macaronikid.com to be part of this guide and connect with parents looking for the perfect place for their kids to learn, grow, and have fun. 🌟
