best 104 programs in Westfield, NJ

Einstein's Workshop is a hands-on community center where kids create, explore, and enjoy Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. During the summer, we offer STEAM camps for kids entering Kindergarten through 9th grade. Camp topics include Minecraft, LEGO robotics, 3D printing, Dungeons&Dragons, science, math, chess, programming, game learning, digital art, making, inventing, and engineering. During the school year we offer classes on the same topics and coach FIRST LEGO League teams. We host birthday parties for lovers of Minecraft, LEGO, and hands-on fun! We also offer drop-in hours for spontaneous play in our STEAM Play Space.

Tae Kwon Do is a martial art that allows individuals to focus on physical and personal development. Benefits include: Fitness: Students develop strength, flexibility, confidence and self-esteem while developing overall physical fitness. As you progress, you will learn to coordinate this speed and power, and develop the concentration to focus all of your body’s strength into a small, hard striking surface like the edge of the hand or the heel of the foot. Self-Defense: Knowing you can defend yourself, your confidence will grow. Students of all ages can apply the lessons learned to maintaining their personal safety. Self-Confidence: As you accomplish new goals, your confidence level increases. It instills a sense of discipline and self-confidence that can carry over to all aspects of your life. Personal Development: Tae Kwon Do instills discipline, honor, self-control, respect, courtesy and perseverance.

The Just Bead Yourself store location has closed. Just Bead Yourself group and workshop options are now available in at-home or virtual formats. We are sad to leave the store behind, but excited for this next chapter!

AR Workshop is your destination for all things DIY! Our charming boutique studio offers hands-on craft classes, group activities, private parties, and a curated selection of gifts and on-trend home decor.

The mission of the New Jersey Workshop for the Arts, “where talent develops and creativity thrives,” is to enrich lives by providing opportunities to develop creative talents and encourage a greater appreciation of the arts through both instruction and performance. Founded by Executive Director Dr. Theodore K. Schlosberg in 1972, the NJWA has been dedicated to helping children, adults and senior citizens explore and participate in the arts throughout the year with private and group instruction, performing ensembles, summer camps and more. The faculty is composed of professional artists, musicians and educators who nurture the talents of each individual student.

Parents are always looking for ways to nurture their children's artistic talents, and learning the Classics can be a great way to do just that! That’s why we’re thrilled to offer our unique music program, which combines classical training and music theory with a variety of other genres. Not only that, but our program also features special recording features that make learning the Classics fun and interactive. Not only are students able to learn the Classics in an entertaining way, but they also gain a greater understanding of the music theory that goes along with it. Our program encourages children to explore and experiment with different genres, so they can find the type of music that speaks to them and express themselves through it. With our unique recording features, they can create their own compositions and practice their skills, giving them the confidence to pursue a career in music.

At Valencia Music, we’re passionate about building a musical community that connects students of all ages and levels. Our instructors are highly qualified, with a BA, BM or equivalent education and experience in music. We provide performance opportunities for all our students, and focus on teaching well-rounded musicians who can read music. But above all else, our instructors are dedicated to helping each student reach their individual goals and have fun while learning. Our goal is to provide a challenging and enjoyable experience that will help them develop a lifelong love of music. We believe that music should be a shared experience, and invite you to join our family today! At Valencia Music, we’re committed to fostering a close-knit musical community. We offer a wide variety of performance opportunities and unique learning experiences to students of all ages and levels. Our teachers are highly qualified, with the knowledge and experience to help you reach your musical goals. We believe that music is an adventure, and strive to make it an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Our instructors are passionate about teaching music, and focus on helping each student reach their own individual goals. We want to give our students the opportunity to learn the music they love, and to come together as a community to make music. Join us today and become part of our musical family.

Gymnastics creates psychomotor development incorporating skills that will develop strength, speed, flexibility, balance, power, coordination, agility as well as discipline, socialization and self-esteem. Student's will build strength and have fun while being physically active. Gymnastics is great preparation for any sport or activity your child may want to participate in the future! Surgent's provides New Jersey's most comprehensive gymnastics program! During the course of 37 years of operation and experience has allowed us to develop progression lesson plans and learning tools that combine gymnastics fundamentals and fun for a rewarding class experience. Surgent’s Elite has taught over 70,000 children gymnastics. Our instructors are safety certified, professional and experienced. They bring the newest knowledge in gymnastics from all parts of the world. Our low student to teacher ratio ensures personal attention and maximizes safety. Our #1 priority is to recruit instructors who have a strong love of children and the desire to make a difference in children’s lives.

Del Martial Arts provides traditional martial arts programs to students as young as three years old to adult. Inclusion classes are designed for the higher functioning special needs child so they too can experience an activity with minimal adaptations to instruction.

Kids can learn the basics of coding by building their own video games, and gain skills in math, logic, and teamwork while having fun. As kids progress, they develop confidence and problem-solving skills that will serve them well in life. Code Ninjas offers parents an assurance that their children will have an enjoyable learning experience while gaining important skills. At Code Ninjas, the promise to parents is that their kids will have fun while they see results. With an array of activities, a welcoming atmosphere, and knowledgeable instructors, Code Ninjas provides a safe space for kids to explore the potential of coding. Parents can rest assured that their children will have a positive learning experience with the chance to develop the skills they need to succeed.