Menu SAN DIEGO FAMILY MAGAZINE LOGO RESOURCES PARENTING CONTESTS FOR THE KIDS THINGS TO DO MAGAZINES Afterschool Activities Our annual Afterschool Activities guide features great enrichment programs for San Diego kids, including STEM, sports, technology, music, academic, performing arts and more. A new guide is published every September and October. See below for the most recent fall listing. Programs marked with "SN" are certified to care for children with special needs. Fall 2021 Guide to Afterschool Activities and Enrichment Programs Browse through San Diego’s Afterschool Activities Guide to find a variety of engaging classes and programs from comic-book creation to theater arts. Contact advertisers directly to register, and b . . . Read more Choosing Martial Arts for Kids Martial arts training can promote all-around wellness in children. On a physical level, these disciplines build strength, balance, flexibility and stamina—because they utilize the full body. But m . . . Read more San Diego Robotics Programs for Kids Discover STEM in Youth Robotics Many parents encourage kids to pursue STEM-related careers (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and youth robotics programs offer one such option. Along with l . . . Read more 5 Benefits of Theater Arts The performing arts are intrinsically valuable for the beauty and fulfillment they bring, but researchers have observed that theater training and education are also valuable. Here are five benefits . . . Read more Competitive Swimming 101 Competitive Swimming 101 What you need to know Your child recently joined a swim team and wants to start competing – but where to begin? A good start might be an internal meet against fellow teammat . . . Read more Team Sports vs Individual Sports Youth sports offer a host of emotional and physical benefits, from helping kids stay active to building self-esteem and learning to work with others. But knowing which sport to play depends on your ch . . . Read more How Youth Military Programs Create Confident Kids When it comes to students taking part in a youth military program at school, it turns out there is a lot more to it than just instilling a sense of patriotism in a kid. Programs like NJROTC, Sea Cadet . . . Read more Why Music Education Matters Recent scientific studies have shown that, unlike other activities, playing a musical instrument engages almost every area of the brain simultaneously—including the visual, auditory and motor cortic . . . Read more Start School on the Right Note The benefits of music education are extensive, life-long and surprisingly diverse. Studying music can improve memory and concentration, create superior critical thinking skills and help individuals . . . Read more How to Choose Afterschool Activities How to Choose Afterschool Activities Although parents worry about overloading kids’ schedules with extracurricular activities, their academic, social and physical benefits are hard to ignore. The . . . Read more Tips for a Stress-Free Swim Meet Excited to Compete? 6 tips for a stress-free first swim meetPrepare in AdvanceBecause many swim meets involve early mornings, pack the car the night before. To keep things simple, your child can wear . . . Read more Computer Coding for Kids When it comes to computers, kids have a clear advantage over their parents. With nimble fingers and brains ablaze, young children can navigate the web in a hot minute. It’s no surprise that computer . . . Read more Swimming to Success: Meet Encinitas Teen, Grant Greenbaum Grant Greenbaum is a typical teenage kid. He enjoys going to the beach, playing video games and hanging out with friends. Sure, sometimes he’ll grumble that he has too much homework, but generally . . . Read more Trio of Rising Stars Three local teens who are dedicated musicians with the San Diego Youth Symphony. There’s nothing like a great melody to engage the mind and inspire the soul. Listening to music is wonderful; making . . . Read more The Benefits of 4-H The Benefits of 4-H, from A to Z Kids in 4-H clubs explore a wealth of fun and educational experiences. They raise animals, plant gardens, learn about archery, cook healthy foods and more. As the l . . . Read more Ready, Set, Go! Discover the San Diego Soap Box Derby The All-American Soap Box Derby is a national youth racing program that teaches kids the thrill of competition and spirit of sportsmanship. In the San Diego region, outreach for the Derby has recently . . . Read more Swimming is Always in Season in San Diego San Diego’s wonderful weather and plentiful indoor pools make it possible for kids to take swim lessons year-round. Many instructors recommend year-round swim lessons to maintain and improve skills . . . Read more Finding an Afterschool Program Afterschool programs can be a blessing to families who want to extend their children’s learning or cultural experiences. 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