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Kids Classes Don't Have To Break The Bank! These 5 Are Free!

By Courtney Daly-Pavone September 6, 2024

Are you looking for extracurricular activities for your child?

According to Lending Tree, "Parents spend an average of $731 a year per child on extracurricular activities."

Lucky for you, there are plenty of free classes for kids in San Diego! 

My own child has participated in the classes on this list. There really are complimentary classes for every age and stage. It's a great way to engage kids intellectually and socially!

*Free San Diego Junior Rangers  Children Ages 7-12

301 Caspian Way Imperial Beach, CA 91932

The Junior Ranger Program takes place every Thursday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. with different topics presented at each session. Estuarine ecology, natural and cultural history, plants, and wildlife are among the subjects likely to be explored. Junior Rangers earn awards such as pins, certificates, and patches as they progress through the program. Programs are held rain or shine and it’s FREE! Each Junior Ranger must be signed up by a parent or guardian and can do so at the beginning of any program. (619) 575-3613 ext. 306 Click Here For Schedule

Free Youth Violin Classes Villa Musica @ San Diego Libraries

College-Rolando Library 6600 Montezuma Road San Diego

Classes Offered:

MONDAYS
String FUNdamentals (Violin, Beginning Level), Ages 5-7 – 3:30-4:00pm
String Play (Violin, Beginning Level), Ages 8-11 –  4:00-4:45pm
String Zing (Violin, Intermediate Level) –  4:45-5:30pm

WEDNESDAYS
String FUNdamentals (Violin, Beginning Level), Ages 5-7 – 3:30-4:00pm
String Play (Violin, Beginning Level), Ages 8-11 –  4:00-4:45pm
String Zing (Violin, Intermediate Level) –  4:45-5:30pm

 Building Workshops @ Home Depot!

The first Saturday of every month The Home Depot offers free building workshops for children. Kids can make toys, games ornaments and more!

Lakeshore Learning Store Workshops for Kids!

Upcoming Events:

Dino Day Saturday, September 21, 11 am–3 pm

Roar into the weekend with tons of prehistoric fun! From crafts like fossil prints and dinosaur mask-making to captivating activities like dino hatching, a volcano demonstration and Jurassic storytime—we have so much in store for young dinophiles. And guardians, if you check in at the event, you could win a $100 e-gift card! Free, walk-in event held at all locations between the hours listed. No reservations needed.

Monster Lab 10/19 11 AM-3 PM

Trick or Treat @ Lakeshore 10/26-10/31 During store hours 

Kid Quest 11/9 11 AM-3 PM

Merry Gift Making 11/30 11 AM-3 PM

Michael's Free Craft Classes on Zoom

All craft classes are free and are now virtual , but you have to register for each class online. Click Here For Details

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