Children’s Classes, Activities, & Enrichment in Wichita

Are you looking for enrichment, classes, or after school activities for kids in Wichita? Parents in Wichita are lucky to have so many options, and the purpose of this guide is to share all our community has to offer.

Options include programs for all ages, budgets, and interests – tutoring, athletics, music, STEM, and more! Check out the enrichment activities, classes, and programs available around town. 

Ages: all ages
Cost: Free – $130
Location: Multiple Locations Throughout Wichita

Looking for fun, enriching activities for your family? The Evolve Activity Guide from Wichita Park & Recreation makes it easy to find classes, camps, athletic leagues, and community events—all in one place. Whether your kids want to explore new interests or you’re looking to stay active together, there’s something for everyone. With programs from CityArts and the Wichita Public Library included, planning your family’s schedule just got simpler.

Location: Multiple Locations Throughout Wichita

Moms know the secret to having happy kids: Give them activities they enjoy. So it’s no wonder why countless moms like you turn to the Greater Wichita YMCA to fill their children’s free time with the endless fun that’s found in our gymnastics, dance, NinjaZone and sports programs. With so many benefits and choices for children ages 2-18, they can’t even begin to list them all. They can say that confidence, teamwork and lifelong healthy habits are automatically included with every registration. Get your child involved and watch them flourish. Stop by any branch or go to ymcawichita.org/youthprograms for more.

Ages: Baby – 18
Cost: $50-$350
Location: East//6615 E. Central

Kansas Dance Academy is preparing to celebrate their 40^th year as a staple of the Wichita community! They offer classes for children aged 2 to 18 years old. Our wonderful staff hold various degrees and certifications from universities, NASM, Acrobatic Arts, and have danced in numerous professional capacities, assuring your child will receive top tier training in a caring and nurturing environment. Kansas Dance Academy offers classes in multiple styles of dance including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Modern and Acro. Alumni of Kansas Dance Academy have danced on Broadway, performed with the Rockettes, National Tours of shows such as Wicked, television, theme parks like Disney, companies such as Wylliams/Henry, collegiate dance teams and much more! Kansas Dance Academy is committed to creating a safe and family-oriented environment where children can learn to love dance, create friendships that will last a lifetime, and grow physically, mentally and artistically.

Ages: 12 months – 18 years old
Cost: $15 – $300
Location: East//9400 East 37th Street North

Gymnastics is a great sport for boys and girls of all ages! Gymnastics classes offer a variety of benefits: physical activity promotes exercise, and coaches and instruction promote attentiveness and respect. Gymnastics helps boys and girls develop spatial and body awareness. It helps with physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Wichita Gymnastics utilizes games, gymnastics skills, equipment, and music to challenge children and nurture their physical and mental development. Their primary emphasis is on positive self-image, physical conditioning, coordination, and development to the child’s fullest potential. You’ll also find Kids Day Out, Kids Night Out, Ninja, Kip & Backhandspring Clinics, Swim Lessons, Summer Camp, and much more!

They’ve been serving recreational and competitive gymnasts in south central Kansas with a tradition of excellence since 1969. With a quality, caring staff, innovative teaching progressions, unparalleled organization and the best equipped facilities in the country, WGC has risen to become imitated and respected throughout our region.

Ages: 5 – 18
Cost: free – $150 per offering
Location: East//703 E Douglas, Ste. 250

Treat your K-12th grade students to back-to-back learning opportunities right in the heart of Wichita at historic Union Station. The engaging class series offers something for every learner—from creative storytelling to Spanish to sewing and more.

These thoughtfully scheduled Friday classes make it easy for your child to explore multiple subjects in one convenient location on the same day—boosting both their creativity and curiosity in a welcoming environment. All classes are a la carte, so your child can take one class or many. Perfect for families who homeschool.

Ages: 3 and up
Location: 201 S. Lulu St.

Wichita Children’s Theatre & Dance Center is a nonprofit performing arts center that has served the Wichita area for nearly 50 years. They aim to educate and inspire young artists in theatre, dance, and everything in between, providing the opportunity to learn hands-on aspects of the performing arts, whether it be on or offstage roles. Their classes, shows, and summer camps teach invaluable life skills such as public speaking, critical thinking, and teamwork to students 3 through 18. WCT&DC also offers opportunities for children to watch live theatre throughout the entire state of Kansas via Mainstage shows and the Touring Company.

Everyone is welcome – there are no small roles here!

Ages: Birth to 5 years old with an adult
Cost: $145-$205 per semester
Location: East//7230 E. 29th St. N

Music supports ALL learning! Music Together of Wichita will nurture your child’s music journey through a supportive, fun and musically rich environment. They teach families to BE music makers instead of passively listening to music. Families will love learning about how to bring music into their everyday lives while bonding during a weekly class. Children will expand their musical IQ with folk songs, original songs, fingerplays, egg shakers, sticks and more. Music Together of Wichita has been serving Kansas for 23 years!

Ages: 3 to Adult
Cost: $17/hour, discounts for multiple classes
Location: West//1600 W Douglas

Ballet Wichita Academy offers high-quality dance education for children and teens in a nurturing, professional environment. From creative movement classes for young beginners to advanced technique training for aspiring performers, their Academy focuses on building confidence, discipline, and a lifelong love of dance. Students have opportunities to audition to perform in beloved productions like The Nutcracker and participate in community events throughout the year. Whether your child is taking their first plié or preparing for the stage, Ballet Wichita Academy provides a foundation of excellence, creativity, and fun.

Ages: 7 and up
Cost: $84-$260
Location: Varies based on class

Let your child discover their voice at The Academy at Music Theatre Wichita! You’ll see them grow in creativity, teamwork, and self-esteem, all while having a great time. Your young artist learns by doing—working with theatre professionals and new friends toward a final performance. This is more than a class; it’s the first step on a creative journey.

Fall/Winter registration is now open! Explore classes and scholarship opportunities to join the MTWichita family today.

Ages: 5-95
Cost: varies
Location: West//4235 W. Central Avenue

Celebrating 56 years in business, Garten’s Music offers lessons through the Wichita Music Academy on most popular instruments, including piano, keyboard, guitar, bass, drum, voice, ukulele, violin, viola, cello, clarinet, sax, trumpet, trombone, and more. Voted Best in Wichita FOUR years in a row, they sell keyboard instruments, guitars, bass guitars, ukuleles and accessories. They provide rental services for band and orchestral instruments.

Ages: 8 – 13
Cost: Families who qualify for Free lunch: $25; Reduced Lunch: $35; All others range from $25-$160. They never turn a girl away – they will find a fee that works for your family.

Girls on the Run inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using fun, experience-based curricula that creatively integrates running. It is a physical activity-based positive youth development (PYD) program designed to enhance 3rd-8th girls’ social, psychological, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences. The program’s intentional curriculum places an emphasis on the development of competence, confidence, connection, character, caring, and contribution in young girls. Trained, caring, and qualified coaches deliver the life skills curriculum during out-of-school times by guiding small teams of girls through twice-a-lessons that promote social-emotional learning concurrently with physical activity. The program culminates with girls positively impacting their communities through a service project and completing a celebratory, non-competitive 5K event. The program is open to girls of all abilities, no running experience needed!

Ages: 5 – 18
Cost: $5 – $20

Experience the Magic of Theatre with Christian Performance Theatre (CPT)!
This fall, get ready for an unforgettable season as CPT proudly presents:
✨ Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn – filled with wonderful music and holiday charm; and
✨ Annie, Jr. – beloved story of optimism and resilience!
Ticket sales open in October!
At CPT, students ages 5-18 receive high-quality training in voice, drama, dance, improvisation, and music theatre. As we strive for excellence in these skills, our mission is building Christ-like character through participation and education in the performing arts. Experience the magic of theatre and watch young talents shine!

Ages: 4 – 100
Cost: $30 and up
Location: Derby//10727 E. 39th Street South

Wichita Riding Academy offers an incredible amount of private lessons, group lessons, and also has the largest equine summer camp program in the state. They’re home to first time riders all the way to world champions. Everyone is welcome Horseback riding is an experience that lasts a lifetime. Riders learn a lot more than just “riding.”

Ages: 2-12
Cost: $80-$120
Location: West//7330 W 33rd St., Ste. 110

At Super Soccer Stars, they teach the FUNdamentals of soccer in a non-competitive, educational, and nurturing environment. Backed by 20+ years of experience and a curriculum developed by early childhood and youth soccer experts, their unique program uses positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach to build self-confidence and develop teamwork in every class.

Ages: 2.5-Adult
Cost: $100-$270
Location: East//8323 E. Douglas

Wichita Swim Club Swim School strives for each swimmer to receive the best education and experience through swimming to prepare them to be champions in life, both in AND out of the water. The emphasis of the Wichita Swim School Program is to teach proper swim techniques while learning basic water safety in a fun, energetic atmosphere.

Ages: 3-adult
Cost: $12-$65
Location: East//7230 E 29th St. N.

Looking for ways your child can be creative and work with their hands? Look no further! These weekly classes and Kid’s Day Out options are the best in town for your budding artist. They have lots of cooking, art, sculpture, science and Lego options at their main location as well as dozens of after school locations.

Ages: Grades K-12
Cost: $60 annual membership (financial assistance available)

Girl Scouts have fun, build lasting friendships, and develop skills that inspire them for life. From hands-on activities and leadership experiences to travel adventures and awards to be earned, Girl Scouting opens doors to endless possibilities and a brighter future. Each level of Girl Scouts is unique with a wide variety of activities to try. Girl Scouts can begin in kindergarten and join all the way through twelfth grade. Moms know that forever friendship is a powerful thing. It’s what gives Girl Scouts the confidence to be themselves, unapologetically. It’s what makes them feel safe enough to try new things and cheer each other on in tough times. It’s easy to make new friends as a Girl Scout. From joining a troop to spending a week at summer camp, Girl Scouts have the chance to meet others from their neighborhood, community, and nearby schools. Learn more about Girl Scouts and you’ll find it’s more than just cookies, camp and crafts. Every girl deserves to be a Girl Scout.

Ages: 715
Cost: $290 for 3 months
Location: East//11114 E. 28th St. N.

Bliss Climbing’s Youth Climbing Club offers an exciting, active after-school experience for kids ages 7–15. Through climbing, youth build strength, flexibility, confidence, and problem-solving skills in a supportive, encouraging environment. Classes meet 1–2 times per week and include instruction from experienced coaches, community building, and lots of fun. Whether your child is brand new or already climbing, they’ll grow physically and mentally while making new friends. Gear rentals available.

Ages: birth – 101
Cost: $195 for 3 months, depending on class or lesson
Location: Central/1103 Jefferson, East Wichita, Hesston and Newton

Riverside Family Music offers the internationally-acclaimed family music and movement program, Music Together. Classes are play-based, research-backed, and are geared for families with children ages birth to 8. Locations in Wichita, Hesston, and North Newton. Private music lessons for select instruments are also offered.

Is your child interested in a particular sport? Here are recreational leagues and clubs in & around Wichita:

Comprehensive Guide to Youth Sports in Wichita

Soccer in Wichita

T-Ball, Baseball, Softball in Wichita

Swimming Lessons & Teams in Wichita

Gymnastics & Cheerleading in Wichita

Martial Arts in Wichita

Dance Studios in Wichita

There are lots of extracurricular opportunities for homeschooling families to fill out their schedules:

Sports Teams, Athletics & P.E. Classes for Homeschoolers in Wichita

Arts Programs & Music Lessons for Kids in Wichita

Extension & Enrichment Classes for Homeschooling Kids in Wichita

Homeschool Co-Ops & Student Groups in Wichita

Below is a comprehensive list of activities, programs, and enrichment opportunities in the Wichita Area.