THE ONLY NYC After School Program

that builds Creativity, Confidence & Calm

After School Program - NYC

Our After School Program NYC began in 2015 and has continued to grow ever since, bringing creativity, confidence, and connection to children across New York City. Through our team of dedicated Teaching Artists, Spark delivers a unique blend of kids enrichment NYC families value most—combining inspiring art experiences, movement, and social-emotional growth in one trusted program. We are proud to offer engaging art classes for kids NYC students love, while also integrating mindfulness for children to help them feel calm, focused, and empowered after the school day.

Spring 2026 After School Program Details

Open to children of all schools

Spark @ West Side

Class Size: 8 Kids

Our signature program that combines art, yoga and meditation. Children will be taught art across a variety of mediums by their Teaching Artists. Additionally, they will learn movement and breath work techniques that are signature to Spark.

Teachers:
Mr. Casey- Mondays,
Ms. Samantha-Thursdays,
Miss Grace – Friday and
Ms. Kaya- Saturdays— the same wonderful teaching who helped make our Fall/Winter a success.

Days: Tue, Thur, Fri, Sat

Observes all DOE holidays
(No school-no Afterschool)

Location: 162 West 72nd Street – 5th Floor

Spark - Parent & Child Yoga

Join us each Saturday at 11am Spark Parent + Child Yoga class, led by our wonderful teachers, Miss Liz and Miss Nikita. This special class invites parents and children to move, stretch, breathe, and relax together in a playful and supportive environment. Through simple poses, gentle movement, and mindful moments, families connect while building strength, balance, and focus. Practicing alongside your child not only deepens your bond, but also helps them develop confidence, calm, and greater attention — all while having fun together.

What your child will experience:

At Spark, children experience a balanced after-school program that nurtures both creativity and well-being. Each session blends hands-on art projects, playful yoga, calming meditation, and time outdoors whenever possible. Our unique approach helps children unwind after the school day while building confidence, imagination, and connection

Weekly Curriculum

Every week at Spark brings something new. Children may explore drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, seasonal projects, mindfulness games, beginner yoga flows, breathing exercises, and nature-based discovery. Our rotating curriculum keeps students engaged while allowing them to build artistic skills and healthy habits over time.

Benefits (Focus, Emotional Regulation, Creativity)

Spark is designed to support the whole child. Through art, movement, and mindfulness, students strengthen focus, patience, self-expression, and emotional regulation. Parents often notice children returning home calmer, more confident, and excited to share what they created each day.

Social Proof (Parents, Schools)

Since 2015, Spark has proudly partnered with over 20+ schools and families across New York City. Parents value our warm teachers, small group environment, and enriching curriculums, while schools trust Spark to deliver a professional, dependable, and high-quality after-school experience children genuinely love.

Pricing / Packages

We offer flexible enrollment options designed for busy NYC families. Choose from semester programs, trial classes, class packs, and prorated semesters. Pricing varies by program schedule and pickup needs, with clear options available during registration.

Book A Trial Class

Discover why so many NYC families choose Spark for after school. Give your child a chance to experience our creative, mindful, and joyful program firsthand. Book a Trial Week today and see Spark in action.

Spark @ East Side

Spark is also East Side of Manhattan! Join us after school hours on weekdays or brighten up your Saturday mornings with Spark! Our flexible schedule is crafted to accommodate busy families, providing the perfect balance between extracurricular engagement and relaxation.🎨

Winter Semester: Jan 11th – March 29th
Days: Saturdays
Length: 12 weeks
Observes all DOE holidays (No school-no Afterschool)

Class Size: 8 Kids

Days: Sat

Observes all DOE holidays
(No school-no Afterschool)

Location: 129 East 90th – 1w

Spark @ East Side

Book a East Side private class or set up a pod! Pop up classes allow us to come to you as we build towards an East Side Studio. Interested? Email us below!

Spark @ Brooklyn

Book a Brooklyn private class or pod! Pop up classes allow us to come to you as we build towards an Brooklyn Studio! Interested? Email us below!

Spark @ Brooklyn

Spark is thrilled to bring our renowned program to Brooklyn! Grateful for our ongoing partnership with Williamsburg Montessori, we are excited to share our program with new children in the community who can all now experience the magic of art, yoga and meditation in a gorgeous sun lit space. Parents are welcome to bring younger siblings and wait in the lounge area.

Starts Saturday Oct 5th
Days: Saturdays
All materials provided

Class Size: 8 Kids

Location: 60 Broadway - Williamsburg Montessori

Success Academy
Spring 2025 Semester

2+ hrs forest school each week in Riverside Park. Pick up at school then we head to 72nd Street for lunch and play, then back to our studio for art. Nature, art, yoga, meditation every week!

Spark Teaching Artist will pick up scholars from the school at 84th and walk them to 72nd street studio. 10 kids max.

11 weeks : Wednesdays : Jan. 8th – March. 26th

Spark - Success Academy - SPRING 2026 Semester

Spark Nature, our forest school program began Fall 2024 in PA and SAUW offers us a chance to bring it to NYC. Each day consists of nature based program with time outside before returning to the studio for art. Each week includes art, yoga, mindfulness and connection with nature. All supplies included.

We are thrilled to offer this to SAUW, our longest running after school program. Get your kids outside and lets reconnect with nature!

Interested in trying it out? Do a trial day!

Spark 199 Fridays

This Winter 2026 semester will be taught by PS 199 Teacher Miss Grace. Offering PICK UP at school and escort to our nearby studio. Running 12 weeks and offering a dynamic curriculum in addition to a longer time ( 3 hrs ) for more activities across our four disciplines of art, yoga, meditation and nature. All materials included. Art ranging from drawing, painting, design, sculpture and a final Group Art Show at semester end.