August 26, 2020
Our comprehensive guide to enrichment activities in the arts, athletics, education, special needs, and more!
Studies show that kids benefit academically, emotionally, and socially from just five hours of extracurricular enrichment programming each week – including weekends.
So take a look at our list and sign up your artists, athletes, and scholars for an activity or two. We’ve got lots here to choose from that will meet any and all interests!
ARTS
City Park Movement and Art
4300 Dumaine St., New Orleans
504.390.7482
cityparkmovementandart.com
Offering dance, acrobatics, art classes, musical theater, toddler enrichment, and more. Classes held outdoors at City Park or virtually on Zoom.
New Orleans Museum of Art
1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, New Orleans City Park
504.658.4100
noma.org
The Learning and Engagement Team at NOMA offers virtual program offerings including online exhibitions, art-making activities, recommended reading lists, and more! Contact education@noma.org for information.
Ogden After Hours, Ogden Museum of Southern Art
925 Camp St., New Orleans
504.539.9650
ogdenmuseum.org
The Ogden Museum encourages children of all ages to discover the art of the South through unique learning experiences and engaging art activities.
Southern Arts Society
2619 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans
sas2619@att.net
facebook.com/southernartsociety
Providing ‘in studio’ and live, unrecorded, online fine art instruction for kids and adults ages 9 and older.
Young Aspirations | Young Artists (YAYA)
3322 LaSalle St., New Orleans
504.529.3306
Yayainc.org; info@yayainc.org
Bring YAYA into your home with art kits filled with supplies and access to virtual activities to match. Each Virtual Art Activity Kit (geared to ages 5-10) is led by an awesome YAYA Alumni Teaching Artist.
Young Rembrandts of Southeast Louisiana
504.533.8485
youngrembrandts.com/selouisiana
Young Rembrandts of Southeast Louisiana teaches drawing and cartooning classes for children ages 3-12. Programming includes in-person classes, On Demand classes and workshops, and Live Online classes and workshops.
BASEBALL & SOFTBALL
Carrollton Boosters
Various locations throughout New Orleans
carrolltonboosters.org
A volunteer youth sports organization offering recreational/intramural programs for boys and girls: baseball, basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, and lacrosse.
DANCE
Articulate Motions Dance Academy
337 W. Harrison Ave., New Orleans
101 Commercial Square, Slidell
504.410.6009 or 504.410.4999
articulatemotions.com
Offers a variety of dance classes and styles including ballet, pointe, hip hop, acrobatics, jazz, modern, tap, adult classes, competition team, and more.
Cindy Ory Dance Studio
9029 Jefferson Highway, Suite F, River Ridge
504.737.3345
orydance.com
Beginner through advanced level classes are offered for ages 3 to adult in ballet, tap, jazz, pointe, contemporary, hip hop, Mommy and Me, and gymnastics. In-person classes at the studio as well as real-time, virtual class options available.
Creative Dance & Music Studio
2645 Manhattan Blvd., Ste. E2B, Harvey
504.390.2552
creativedanceandmusic.com
Wide selection of dance and music classes, including specialty classes for preschoolers, music lessons in piano, voice, and guitar, and dance classes of all ages and levels.
Dancer’s Pointe
5101 W. Esplanade Ave., Ste. 12, Metairie, 504.455.5975
6268 Vicksburg St., Ste. C & D, New Orleans, 504.265.8350
dancers-pointe.com
Spacious studios with marley dance floors and enrollment at an all-time high. Call to schedule a visit.
Dancing Grounds
3705 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans
504.535.5791
dancingrounds.org
Dancing Grounds is a multi-generational arts space that brings inclusive and accessible dance programs to New Orleans residents of all ages. Outdoor classes for youth will begin in the Fall. For more information, email Randall@dancingrounds.org.
Debby Dillehay Dance Studio
3745 Florida Ave., Kenner
504.468.3368
debbydillehaydance.com
Classes taught include tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, lyrical, floor gymnastics, voice/musical theater, mom and tot, and more.
Encore Studio of Dance, Tumbling, Music & Theatre
1999 Hickory Ave., Suite 102, Harahan
504.737.5977
dancetumblemusic.com
With a focus on education, not competition, we offer dance and tumbling classes, music lessons, and musical theatre (acting/singing) classes for students ages 3-adult.
Giacobbe Academy of Dance
6925 Veterans Blvd., Metairie
504.889.0940
giacobbeacademydance.com
Home to Delta Ballet Festival, the only resident professional ballet company in the state and the New Orleans Youth Ballet, a pre-professional junior company for dancers 10 years and older.
Lelia Haller Ballet Classique
4916 Canal St., New Orleans
504.482.0038
lhballet.com
A classical ballet school specializing in instruction for ages 3 to adult. Also offers classes in tap, jazz, and contemporary dance.
Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts
River Ridge School of Music and Dance, 2020 Dickory Ave., Ste. 200, Harahan, 504.738.3050
Mandeville School of Music, 105 Campbell Ave., Ste. 3, Mandeville, 985.674.2992
Covington School of Music, 1111 Village Walk, Covington, 985.590.4545
laapa.com
Programs for kids, teens, and adults include music and dance lessons in piano, voice, guitar, violin, bass, drums, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, ballet, hip hop, tap, musical theater, tumbling, and more. Attend in-person or online.
Loyola Preparatory Arts Program
6363 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
504.865.3627
cmfa.loyno.edu/prep-arts
A comprehensive arts program offering structured studies in piano, voice, guitar, and string instruments for children and adults. Offering virtual lessons for the fall semester. Status of the spring will be determined.
Mari Milnar Dance Academy
900 Terry Parkway, Ste. 310 & 320, Terrytown
504.362.3503; 504.251.0600
marimilnardanceacademy.com
Offers ballet, jazz, musical theater, tap, hip hop, and contemporary classes ages 2 to adult.
Meta Fairburn’s Dance Academy
1102 N. Hwy. 190, Ste. I & J, Covington
985.966.3284
mfmffairburn@gmail.com
metafairburnsdanceacademy.com
Family-oriented curriculum specialized in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Pointe, and Musical Theatre. All classes are high energy and fast paced to keep dancers focused and motivated.
Metropolitan Dance Theatre of New Orleans (MDT)
Multiple Locations
504.481.5402
mdtdance.com
Metropolitan Dance Theatre of New Orleans offers personalized and comprehensive dance education for dancers ages 3 and up.
New Orleans Ballet Association
935 Gravier St., Ste. 800, New Orleans
504.522.0996
nobadance.com
Tuition-free, year-round, comprehensive dance programs provided virtually and at locations throughout the Greater New Orleans area for ages 3-18.
New Orleans Dance Academy
5956 Magazine St., New Orleans
504.899.3780
neworleansdancelessons.com
Instruction in classical ballet, tap,jazz, flamenco, modern, and hip hop in a friendly, noncompetitive atmosphere.
New Orleans JCC
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143
3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.5158
nojcc.org
Young dancers learn the fundamentals of ballet while developing balance, flexibility, and grace.
Off Broadway Dance Studio
8125 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
504.861.1749
offbroadwaydancestudio.com
Degreed and professionally-trained instructors offer classes to children ages 2 to adult in ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, hip hop, and more.
The Ryan School of Irish Dance
4732 Sanford St., Metairie, Lydia Spreen Dance Dimensions Studio
504.715.0020
irishdancelouisiana.com
Offers weekly classes for boys and girls in the traditional art of Irish step dance, from beginner to championship level.
Schramel Conservatory of Dance
920 Terpischore St., New Orleans
504.826.0646
neworleansballettheatre.com
The official dance school of the New Orleans Ballet Theatre, offering classes for children and adults in classical ballet, modern dance, yoga, and Pilates with highly-trained, professional teachers.
The Studio School of Dance
3116 N. Arnoult Rd., Ste. N, Metairie
504.941.7345
thestudionola.com
Offering classes in ballet, contemporary, modern, mommy and me, and more.
DRAMA & THEATER
Crescent City Lights Youth Theater
504.598.3800
crescentcitylights.org
Performing arts training in drama, voice, and dance.
Jefferson Performing Arts Society – Theatre Kids
1118 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie
504.885.2000
jpas.org/theatre-kids
Program gives children, ages 7-17, a year-round opportunity to participate in theater and to experience the process of putting on a show, as well as learn basic acting techniques and skills. Enrollment is by audition.
EDUCATION: LANGUAGE CLASSES
¡Vamonos NOLA!
600 Elemore St. New Orleans
504.495.2345
vamonosnola.com
Programs include Vamonos Virtual (Zoom classes for ages 18 months-10 years) and Kid-Coach (a personalized mentor trained to help students connect with the expectations of their classroom teacher. Offered virtually, for pods, or in-person.)
Alliance Française de la Nouvelle-Orléans
1519 Jackson Ave., New Orleans
504.568.0770
af-neworleans.org
Offers French language classes (online, hybrid, and in-person) for all levels and ages and events that immerse New Orleanians in francophone cultures.
EDUCATION: TUTORING & EDUCATIONAL SERVICES
Kumon Math & Reading Centers
Various locations throughout New Orleans
kumon.com
The Kumon Math and Reading Programs are designed to advance your child’s comprehension and appreciation for learning — providing an edge throughout school. Locations in Gretna, Marrero, Metairie, and New Orleans.
SpiderSmart Learning Center of New Orleans
4437 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson
504.881.1788
spidersmart.com/new-orleans
An established tutoring service with nearly 30 years of experience in helping kids with reading or writing, math, science, and various testings.
GYMNASTICS & CHEERLEADING
All Star Gymnastics
2073 Bonn St., Harvey
504.328.3838
allstargymnola.com
Junior Olympic training facility offering gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading, taekwondo, free running, and break dancing. Recreational to competitive teams (level 2-10) for boys and girls, ages 2 and up.
Elmwood Gymnastics Academy
700 Elmwood Park Blvd., Ste. C, Harahan
504.733.4496
elmwoodfitness.com
Comprehensive instructional and competitive programs for all ages and abilities with certified coaches and instructors.
Empire Gymnastics Academy
4925 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson
504.734.0644
empiregymnastics.net
An 8,000-square-foot facility with gymnastics equipment for ages 18 months to 18. Offering free trial classes for first-timers.
NOLA Gymnastics
1725 Dufossat St., New Orleans
gretchen@nolagymnastics.com
nolagym.com
Kindergym and beginner (ages 3-5, boys and girls), PreTeam (ages 6 and up, girls) competitive teams Acro and Artistic (by invitation), and Summer Camps.
HORSEBACK RIDING
Cascade Stables
700 East Drive, New Orleans, Audubon Park
504.891.2246
cascadestables.net
Lessons in a welcoming environment for horse enthusiasts of all ages.
Equest Farm
1001 Filmore Ave., New Orleans, City Park
504.483.9398
equestfarm.com
A safe and wholesome environment for beginner through advanced riders. Regular lessons are offered for ages 6 and older.
Pony Tales
156 Bertucci Lane, St. Rose
504.469.0148
ponytalesbirthdays.com/lessons.htm
Specialize in beginners as well as those looking to move past a fear of horses. Ages 3 and older, and by appointment only.
Splendor Farms
27329 Mill Creek Rd., Bush
985.886.3747
splendorfarms.net
Horseback riding, trail rides, and riding lessons for all ages and skill levels.
MARTIAL ARTS
Church’s Karate Academy
4716 Paris Ave., New Orleans
504.309.6138
churchskarateacademy.com
Offers classes to help build confidence and self-esteem in children so they can reach their full potential. Offering in-person classes (12 per class), live streaming classes via Zoom, and private lessons.
Hayashi Sports Clinic
4521 Magazine St., New Orleans, Temple Gym
760.532.8907
nolajudo.com
Classes are led by Dr. Hayashi, Hachidan (8th degree) black belt in Kodokan Judo and his team of highly skilled assistant instructors. All skill levels (beginner – advanced) are welcome.
Louisiana Karate Association
706 Phosphor Ave., Ste. C, Metairie
504.835.6825
lkakarate.com
Youth classes for ages 4-13, offering free uniforms for beginners.
Martial Arts Institute of Louisiana (Benoit Karate)
7575 Westbank Expressway, Marrero
504.328.4000
Benoitkarate.com
Teaching kids respect, confidence, integrity, and discipline. Classes offered to boys and girls, ages 3 and older. In-person or virtual classes available.
New Orleans JCC
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143
3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.5158
nojcc.org
Beginner and intermediate/advanced karate offered Uptown. JCC Judo Club, Minami Ryu Ju Jitsu, and Self Defense Open Palm System are offered in Metairie.
New Orleans Shotokan Academy (NOSA)
Various locations throughout New Orleans
504.432.8667
nosakarate.com
A martial arts school where one can learn karate, aikido, judo, and yoga. Zoom classes available for kids and adults.
New Orleans Karate Club
8611 Hwy 23, Ste. 2C, Belle Chasse
504.391.7200
neworleanskarate.net
Offering age-appropriate programs for children starting at 3 years. Also offering are traditional martial arts programs for adults and teens.
NOLA Aikido
3909 Bienville St., New Orleans
504.208.4861
nolaaikido.com
Aikido, with an aim of peaceful resolutions of conflict, is an ideal martial art for children, educating the physical, intellectual and emotional intelligences. Our staged approach means kids of all ages can participate at the appropriate level for their development. Children 4 and older.
Tiger Rock Martial Arts International
3828 Veterans Blvd., Ste. E, Metairie, 504.455.9699
1813 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, 504.831.1110
113 Lapalco Blvd., Ste. 207, Gretna, 504.394.0008
tigerrockmartialarts.com
Offers youth and adult classes in Taekwondo, Xtreme Martial Arts, grappling, Hanmudo, KisadoInterval Fitness, and YogaFit.
MUSIC
Beckwith Guitar Systems
2515 Williams Blvd., Kenner
504.559.5229
beguitarsys.com
Providing private instruction at the studio, ages 8 and older.
Carla’s Musikgarten New Orleans
4600 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
504.717.5044
carlasmusikgarten.com
Teaching children ages 3 months to 12 years. Our weekly classes and summer camps are fun and educational!
Creative Dance & Music Studio
2645 Manhattan Blvd., Ste. E2B, Harvey
504.390.2552
creativedanceandmusic.com
Wide selection of dance and music classes, including specialty classes for preschoolers, music lessons
in piano, voice, and guitar, and dance classes of all ages and levels.
Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra
7100 St. Charles Ave., Ste. 207, New Orleans
504.861.1801
gnoyo.org
GNOYO has five orchestras committed to make orchestral music accessible to area youth. GNOYO also holds summer festivals, performances, and retreats for talented young musicians.
Kindermusik with Madeline
3900 General Taylor St., New Orleans
504.717.1076
kmwithmadeline.kindermusik.com
Kindermusik is a music and movement program for children ages 0-6 years. Musical games and activities facilitate whole-child development in a fun, engaging parent-attended class. All fall classes will remain virtual.
Lafargue Music School
1828 Veterans Blvd., Metairie
504.831.3008
lafarguePianos.com
Lafargue Music School, conveniently located off of the interstate in Metairie, offers private lessons in piano, voice, violin, and guitar to beginners through advanced, and group music from infancy through adulthood.
Louisiana Academy of Performing Arts
River Ridge School of Music and Dance, 2020 Dickory Ave., Ste. 200, Harahan, 504.738.3050
Mandeville School of Music, 105 Campbell Ave., Ste. 3, Mandeville, 985.674.2992
Covington School of Music, 1111 Village Walk, Covington, 985.590.4545
laapa.com
Programs for kids, teens, and adults include music and dance lessons in piano, voice, guitar, violin, bass, drums, flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, ballet, hip hop, tap, musical theater, tumbling, and more. Attend in-person or online.
Love’s Music Therapy
3380 State St., New Orleans
504.281.8968
lovesmusictherapynola.com
Serving adults and children with or without special needs. Services include music therapy, music
instruction, and program development.
Loyola Preparatory Arts Program
6363 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans
504.865.3627
cmfa.loyno.edu/prep-arts
A comprehensive arts program offering structured studies in piano, voice, guitar, and string instruments for children and adults. Offering virtual lessons for the fall semester; spring status to be determined.
New Orleans Children’s Chorus
5580 Canal Blvd., Ste. A, New Orleans
504.482.2883
neworleanschildrenschorus.org
In singing high quality choral music, young singers develop discipline, musical knowledge, self confidence, and social skills. No child who truly wants to sing is ever turned away.
School of Rock Metairie/New Orleans
1907 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie
504.618.7625
locations.schoolofrock.com/metairie
School of Rock offers performance-based music instruction from the ages of 4 to adult, with a program for every age and skill level.
Upbeat Academy
621 Celeste St., New Orleans
504.722.8762
upbeatacademy.org
Non-profit, after-school music education program for middle and high school students, with a focus on hip hop and dance music production and performance.
RUNNING
Girls on the Run New Orleans
5500 Prytania St., Ste. 528, New Orleans
504.272.7786
gotrnola.org
Trained volunteer coaches harness the power of running in a 10-week program to help girls in grades 3-8 develop social and emotional tools to cope with the challenges of adolescence.
Youth Run Nola
1307 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., Ste. 202, New Orleans
504.256.5523
youthrunnola.org
Creating healthy, young leaders through running, using an intensive 8-month guided training program of 2x/weekly practices and monthly events overseen by teacher-coaches and volunteer running buddies.
SCIENCE/STEAM ENRICHMENT
Challenge Island
504.913.9451
neworleans@challenge-island.com
challenge-island.com/neworleans
Challenge Island is a cross curricular S.T.E.A.M. program designed to engage kids in the engineering process. Children use critical thinking and problem solving skills to complete S.T.E.A.M. based challenges.
Code Ninja
3501 Severn Ave., Ste. B, Metairie
504.235.4100
codeninjas.com/la-metairie
Kids ages 7-14 years learn to code by building their very own video games and gain problem solving, critical thinking, and STEM skills in a fun, safe, and inspiring environment.
Electric Girls
612 Andrew Higgins Blvd., 3rd Floor, New Orleans
contact@electricgirls.org
electricgirls.org
Electric Girls offers flexible after-school programs to schools in the greater New Orleans area (ages 5-14) in electronics, advanced electronics, and computer programming.
Mad Science of Southeast Louisiana
Serving all of Southeast Louisiana
504.345.2602
madscience.org/sela
Hands-on, 1-hour, 8-week themed science programs. Topics include electricity, magnetism, optics, biology, and more.
NOLA Kidsground
5700 Citrus Blvd., Elmwood
504.354.9528
nolakidsground.com
Interact, explore, and have fun! NOLA Kidsground is the greater New Orleans area’s premier indoor playground, family edu-tainment play center, and party place.
SOCCER
Carrollton Boosters
Various locations throughout New Orleans
carrolltonboosters.org
A volunteer youth sports organization offering recreational/intramural programs for boys and girls: baseball, basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, and lacrosse.
FNA-NOLA
Various locations throughout New Orleans
playfna.com
Football-N-America is a non-contact, youth, co-ed flag football league for children in grades K-10. Leagues provide a safe, positive, competitive, and family-friendly environment to learn the game the right way and have fun doing it.
FC New Orleans
5107 Venus St., New Orleans
504.288.6672
fcnola.com
Offering soccer programs, teams, and training for ages 4 and older.
Junction Place Sports
5620 Crawford St., Elmwood
504.356.1812
junctionplacesports.com
Enrichment programs consist of Flag Football Skills Session, Basketball Basics, Simply Soccer, Baseball Basics, and Sports Hour.
Louisiana Fire Juniors
1918 18th St., Kenner
5 04.465.8224
louisianafirejrs.com
A youth soccer club dedicated to the evolution of soccer in America where players (boys and girls) have access to unparalleled opportunities for soccer skills development.
Soccer Shots
2920 Kingman St. 206, Metairie (main office)
504.441.9216
soccershots.org/neworleans
Soccer Shots offers an engaging program that focuses on character development, best-in-class coaching, curriculum, and communication.
SPECIAL NEEDS/THERAPY
Chatternola
2955 Ridgelake Dr., Suite 108, Metairie
504.648.4196
chatternola.com
A boutique private practice specializing in speech, language, and behavioral therapy for children.
Crane Rehab Center
8300 Earhart Blvd., Suite 100, New Orleans (Pediatric Facility), 504.866.6990
3923 Bienville St., New Orleans (Center for Behavior, Language & Learning), 504.593.6900
cranerehab.com
For nearly 20 years, Crane Rehab Center-Pediatrics has provided children and families with comprehensive, evidence-based, high-quality, physical, occupational and speech therapy, and ABA services.
Gulfsouth Autism Center
7252 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, 504.323.3450
3013 27th St., Metairie, 504.291.6200
9063 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, 225.294.1600
gulfsouthautismcenter.com
Providing comprehensive treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders. Ourearly intervention program incorporates one-on-one ABA services with group speech and occupational therapy.
Kim4Kids
2237 N. Hullen St., Suite 202, Metairie
504.517.5437
kim4kidsnola.com
Pediatric OT services for children to address difficulties in fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, self-care skills, feeding, and play. We treat a variety of diagnoses in a fun, outpatient setting.
Nola Learning Support
8131 Oak St., Suite 100, New Orleans
nolalsp504@gmail.com
nolalearningsupport.com
Dyslexia remediation and support for students in grades kindergarten through college with mild to moderate learning differences.
Therapeutic Learning Center
3329 Metairie Road, Metairie
504.565.7300
tlcnola.com
TLC is a private, pediatric occupational therapy clinic that offers handwriting clinics, picky eaters club, Pre-K preparation, music therapy, and much more.
SPORTS FACILITIES
YMCA of Greater New Orleans
Belle Chasse: 8101 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, 504.392.9622
East Jefferson: 6691 Riverside Dr., Metairie, 504.888.9622
West St. Tammany: 71256 Francis Road, Covington, 985.893.9622
ymcaneworleans.org/locations
After-school programs serve K-middle school children with multiple options to explore and develop their interests and talents. Includes homework assistance, snacks, organized games, free fun time, arts and crafts, and outdoor recreation.
New Orleans JCC
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143
3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.5158
nojcc.org
Both locations offer a wide variety of activities for all ages, including sports (soccer, basketball, t-ball, and flag football leagues), ballet, gymnastics, martial arts, theater workshops, and more. Contact sports are on hold, as per government guidelines.
Ochsner Fitness Center KIDSPORTS
1200 S. Clearview Pkwy, Harahan
504.733.1200
ochsnerfitness.com/kidsports
Offering a variety of exciting programs that combine fun and fitness in a safe and friendly atmosphere for children ages 6-weeks to 13 years.
SWIMMING
Harry’s Dive Shop
4709 Airline Drive, Metairie
504.909.2220
swim-smart.net
Offering Swim-Smart, Baby & Me, and Aqua Baby classes. Ages 6 months and older.
New Orleans JCC
5342 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, 504.897.0143
3747 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 504.887.5158
nojcc.org
Recreational and lap swimming are offered at Uptown and Metairie locations. Due to COVID-19 capacity restrictions, most activities require reservations and no guests are allowed.
Little Fins Swim Academy
325 Colonial Club Drive, Harahan
littlefinsnola@gmail.com
littlefins.net
Offering outdoor two-week swim sessions and private lessons at home by arrangement.
Love Swimming
5221 S. Front St., New Orleans
504.891.4662
loveswimming.com
The year-round, Uptown swim school offers lessons from ages 6 months to adult. Specializing in teaching the fearful to become expert swimmers, as well as special needs instruction for all ages.
NU WAVE Swim Club
Various locations around New Orleans
719.649.1606
teamunify.com/Home.jsp?team=lawave
Nu Wave Swim Club is a non-profit swim team for people of all ages and levels. Competitive swimming instruction and coaching, from stroke school through adult masters swimming.
Ochsner Fitness Center Aquatics
1200 S. Clearview Pkwy, Ste. 1200, Harahan
504.733.1600
ochsnerfitness.com/kidsports/kids-aquatics-1
First-class aquatics facilities allow a wide range of aquatics programs for all ages and abilities.
South Louisiana Swim Team
Locations in Hammond, Laplace, Metairie, and New Orleans
504.256.6554
slst-seahorses.com
Year-round swim lessons, competitive swimming, and technique classes.
TENNIS
Audubon Park Tennis
6320 Tchoupitoulas St., New Orleans, Audubon Park
504.895.1042
audubonnatureinstitute.org/tennis-courts
Ten well-manicured clay courts available for singles or doubles rental by reservation; group, semi-private, and private lessons available for all ages.
City Park / Pepsi Tennis Center
5900 Marconi Dr., New Orleans
504.483.9383
neworleanscitypark.com/in-the-park/pepsi-tennis-center
Twenty-six lighted hard and clay courts. Private and group lessons available for all ages. Pros listed here are independent contractors who use the Tennis Center’s courts for instruction.
ADP Tennis Academy, Abrie Du Plooy, 985.634.6229, futuretennis.com
Premiere Tennis Nola, Henry Crocker, 504.919.5599, premiertennisnola.com
YOGA
City Park Movement and Art
4300 Dumaine St., New Orleans
504.390.7482
cityparkmovementandart.com
Classes include dance, yoga, musical theater, art, and more, held outdoors at City Park or virtually on Zoom.
Kidding Around Yoga with Bella
504.909.8881
bellab@kiddingaroundyoga.com
kiddingaroundyoga.com/bella
Age-appropriate yoga including breathing instruction, relaxation techniques, stretching and strengthening poses, all using fun-filled music, games, and imagination.
Lolo’s Youth Studio
6107 Magazine St., New Orleans
415.786.3317
lolosstudio.com
Art, fitness, dance, yoga, and mindfulness are used to nurture confidence, friendship, strength, persistence, gratitude, kindness, and a positive attitude. Everything is provided, all parents need to do is drop off and pick up!