The Macaroni KID Downtown Denver Classes, Activities, & Sports Guide

As the school year ramps up, it's time to start thinking about scheduling extracurricular activities for our kids. Maybe you are a pro at lining up after school fun, but you don't have time to scour the internet for local opportunities. You may be wondering if your children would benefit from activities like classes, lessons, or sports. Perhaps you are worried that your family doesn't have time for extra fun. We can help with all of that!

Studies show that extracurricular activities contribute to the overall functioning of our children.

Kids develop positive habits and time management skills when they have structure and routine. (I was always surprised that my kids did better in school when they were busier.)
Children have the opportunity to develop their skills and learn more about their interests.
Connecting with others who share the same passions as they do provides a support system to kids of all ages.
Kids develop social skills that they will need as adults.
Children are offered opportunities for leadership, cooperation, and peer interaction.

Tips for maintaining a sense of balance while participating in extracurricular activities

Remember that there is no one strategy that will work for every family. Find the schedule that works well for your family.
Choose one or two activities that are meaningful for each child.
Create a visual schedule. Color coding for each member of your family is a great strategy.
Schedule downtime for your family to do something together. Even an hour a week will make a huge difference and will help you connect with each other.
Keep room in your plans for unstructured play. This is important for all ages.
Mindfulness activities such as meditating and yoga are often effective in helping children maintain balance in their lives.
Celebrate kids’ differences and talents by letting them choose the activities that make them happy and healthy. These might be different from the activities that you would choose for them.

So, where to start? There are so many awesome extracurricular choices for kids in the Denver area. A great problem to have, but a dilemma just the same. We make it easy for you to find the perfect extracurricular activity for your toddlers to teens. Check out our Classes, Activities, & Sports Guide!

Aerial Arts

Aerial Cirque Over Denver (Ages 6 - Teens)

Come fly with us at Aerial Cirque Over Denver! In our fall classes, kiddos learn silks, trapeze, hoop, and hammock. At the end of each session they perform a little showcase for friends and family!