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After School Enrichment Opportunities for San Marcos & Vista Families

October 3, 2022

In this monthly guide parents and caregivers will find information on after-school enrichment programs for the San Marcos- Vista area and occasionally Oceanside & Carlsbad. This guide will be updated monthly and programs that are past their registration dates will be removed. Subscribe here to receive monthly updates on this guide (included in the weekly newsletter).  If you are a provider of youth enrichment programs and would like to be included in this guide please email me at zulemag@macaronikid.com

County Wide Programs


Kids College Program

Kid’s College provides students quality, interesting, and creative programs taught by professional instructors that both stimulate and teach. The classes are conducted at the students’ own school and are geared to the interests of the parents and student population.

We provide before and after school educational programs for North County San Diego elementary students focusing on:

  • Engaging and stimulating extended learning programs
  • Visual and Performing Arts,  Science and Technology, and Life Skills including Financial Literacy programs
  • Classes that build artistic and academic skills, enhance self-esteem and confidence, promote self-discipline and build literacy
  • High Achiever Clubs
  • Enrichment Sampler Series
  • Custom educational extended learning programs and workshops

The following are the locations where you can find a Kid's College Program by school district:


Vista Unified School District- Alamosa Park Elementary, Casita Center, Breeze Hill Elementary, Monte Vista Elementary, Mission Meadows Elementary, and Vista Magnet Middle School

Bonsall Unified School District- Bonsall Elementary & Bonsall West Elementary

Oceanside Unified School District- Ivey Ranch Elementary, McAuliffe Elementary, Nichols Elementary, North Terrace Elementary, Santa Margarita Elementary, South Oceanside Elementary, and Stuart Mesa Elementary

San Marcos Unified School District- Discovery Elementary & Richland Elementary



San Marcos

 
Co-ed, for children at least 3 yrs of age but under 4 yrs, 11 months
January 14-March 11 Mondays 3:15-4 PM

Co-ed, for children 5-8 yrs of age
January 14-March 11 Mondays 4-4:45 PM

Standard registration opens: Dec 5, 2018
Last day for standard registration: Feb 11, 2019
Internet registration opens: Dec 5, 2018
Last day for Internet registration: Feb 11, 2019

Classes will be at San Marcos Community Center
Registration Fees- $89 (Discount for 2-5 participants)



Co-ed, for children ages 6-12 years of age
January 7-February 4 Mondays 6:25-7:20 PM
Unleash the joy of hula! Your child will enjoy the sounds and smiles of Hawaiian Hula as they have fun developing the coordination of their hands and feet and build self-confidence. 20% sibling discount. $25 uniform fee due to the instructor.

Standard registration opens: Dec 5, 2018
Internet registration opens: Dec 5, 2018

Games will be at San Marcos Community Center
Registration Fees- $43 (Discount for 2-5 participants)
 


Co-ed, for children ages 4 1/2-6 years of age
January 16-February 20 Wednesdays 4-5 PM

Pley Sports provides parents with the opportunity to give their children an engaging introduction to the world of sports. Join up to the 2nd week of session. All participants receive a Pley Sports t-shirt.


This program has all the energy, action and fun of America's favorite sport without the contact. Participants will learn strategy and football-specific skills while being engaged physically and mentally in a fun and fast-paced football program that encourages physical literacy and character development.


Standard registration opens: Dec 5, 2018
Last day for standard registration: Jan 23, 2019
Internet registration opens: Dec 5, 2018
Last day for Internet registration: Jan 23, 2019

Games will be at Mulberry Park Sports Field
Registration Fees- $73 



Co-ed, for children ages 2-5 years of age
January 11-February 1 Fridays 10-10:45 AM 


Enjoy creating art pieces based on famous artists with your child. Designed to foster self-esteem and creativity, this class will improve your child's concentration and fine motor skills. Parent/helper participation required. Join at any time.

Standard registration opens: Dec 5, 2018
Internet registration opens: Dec 5, 2018

Games will be at San Marcos Community Center
Registration Fees- $56 (Discount for 2-5 participants)
 


Vista

Join us for free sports programs at the Linda Rhoades Neighborhood Center, located at the Vista Academy of Performing Arts. The program consists of instruction and games. There is no fee to participate, however, registration is required and is limited to 50 participants per program period.
Registration
Register in person at the Recreation Office, 200 Civic Center Drive, Monday - Friday, 10:30 am - 5:00 pm, or by phone at 760.643.5264. Registration begins one week prior to the start of each sport. A waiver must be completed to participate. Print and complete a waiver and email to randerson@cityofvista.com or bring in person to the Recreation Office.  
Grades 1 - 8:
Soccer: January 8- March 1
Basketball/Football: March 4-April 26
Multi-Sport: April 29-June 7

Register online above, or by phone at (760) 643-5275. Register in person at the Recreation Office at the Vista Civic Center, 200 Civic Center Drive. Nearest parking lot is at the corner of Civic Center and Alta Vista Drives.
 


Hula Basics is an introductory class for all ages and life stages. If you have ever been to Hawaii or have experienced the beauty and grace of hula, this class is for you! Maybe you took a lesson or two, but Aunty Kahealani will take it a step further. Moms, sign up with your daughter; Aunts, bring your nieces. It's sure to be a fun bonding experience. Mahalo!
December 7 - 28 - REGISTER ONLINE
Each Fri 6:30pm to 7:30pm
For ages 12+/coed
$56 for residents/$67 for nonresidents
At the Jim Porter Recreation Center- Brengle Terrace Gymnasium



Grades K-12

Registration will be accepted at the Civic Center Recreation Office weekdays 10:30-5pm at 200 Civic Center Drive (nearest parking located at Civic Center and Alta Vista Drives). Programs are open until filled, League Games begin in December. Games will be at Brengle Terrace Park and Vista school Gyms, practices at Vista parks.
$87-$124 per person, depending on year born & residency


Ages 5-12 

Develop hand-eye coordination and agility, and build self-confidence. Children learn basic strokes in a fun and supportive group lesson. Come with a racquet and an unopened can of balls.
Cost varies based on the number of classes per month & residency 

PEE-WEE 5-7 years, M/W 3:30-4:30 PM

INTERMEDIATE 8-12 years, M/W 4:30-5:30 PM

Punch Cards
Purchase a Tennis Punch Card good for any day and time that tennis is offered. Cards are sold in increments of 5 or 7 punches.

5 class card $51 resident/$61 non-resident
7 class card $71 resident/$85 non-resident
Registration

Register at the Recreation Office located at 200 Civic Center Dr. Register by phone at 760.643.5275. Hours are Monday through Friday 10:30am-5pm.

Instructor
Heide Clay



Oceanside

CPR Classes (Hands-On Only)

Ages 12 and up
Dec 13, 2-4 PM 

Join the Oceanside Fire Department; Hands-Only CPR classes. Take a few minutes and learn how YOU can help save a life! We'll be teaching adult, child, and infant CPR. Learn from our trained professionals, the cost is $5 per course, includes CPR booklet. 
Class will be held at El Corazon Senior Center.

Registration is OPEN




Ages 15 and up

January 7-February 23 M 6-9 PM/W 6-9 PM/SAT 7-11 AM

Brooks Street Swim Center


This course is designed to provide qualified participants with the certifications required for employment as a lifeguard. Upon completion, graduates will receive American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer (CPR-PRO); Emergency Medical Response; Automated External Defibrillation (AED); and Oxygen Administration for the Professional.
Course meetings include Monday, Wednesday evenings 6-9pm, AND Saturday mornings 7-11am. Prerequisite aquatic skills (300 yd swim, surface dive with brick retrieval in 1min 40sec and treading water for two minutes with hands in armpits) must be demonstrated prior to registration; Testing provided free of charge, Saturday's at Brooks St. Swim Center at 10:15 am on the following dates: November 24, December 1, 8, 15, 22, &29.


REGISTRATION OPEN NOW

Registration Fee: $180 (Non Resident +$10)





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