Welcome to Extreme Kids Clubs, our vibrant collection of affinity groups designed to provide welcoming spaces for young people to engage with themselves and the community on their own terms. Clubs offer participants the opportunity to immerse themselves in interests like art, music, and gaming alongside peers who share their passions, while promoting growth in confidence-building, socialization and communication, creative self-expression, and problem-solving.

Each session encourages social-emotional development among participants and is facilitated by skilled and empathetic leaders who understand the value of communication, interaction, and support. Participants have the opportunity to forge friendships, enhance their social skills, and build confidence in a nurturing, strength-based environment.

How does pricing work?

We are offering a tiered pricing structure to maintain access for our families while sustaining our programs long-term, ensuring we can continue delivering high-quality services and resources to our community. Please note, the choice of which tier to select lies entirely with each family, with the Connector tier most closely reflecting program costs. Regardless of the selected tier, all participants receive the same level of exceptional programming.

This Is A Free program

This Is A Free program

WHEN: Tuedays | 3:30-5:30 p.m.: April 8th-May 13th
WHERE: Brooklyn Public Library - Rugby Branch 1000 Utica Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11203
AGES: 9-12 years old

This club is designed for girls aged 9-12, but it is open to anyone interested in learning more about shoujo anime, a type of anime subgenre. The participants will learn about different types of shoujo anime and their heroines. They will also learn how to design characters and storyboards and create short mangas. The weekly gathering is free, and all necessary materials will be provided by EKC, the organizers. The program will be led by Cristina Nava-Sosa, an anime and manga enthusiast who will showcase both old and new anime recommended by the participants. These sessions will encourage girls to express themselves creatively by tapping into their inner storytellers, artists, and imaginations while also developing their social and collaboration skills in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.

This Is A Free program

WHEN: Saturdays | 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.; April 12th-May 17th
WHERE: East Flatbush Branch -Brooklyn Public Library 9612 Church Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11212
AGES: 7-13 years old

Maker Girls builds on the creativity, community, adventure, and leadership in every girl. Through projects, play, and games, we'll build confidence, explore the arts and science, and create a community of friends. Maker girls are perfect for any girl 7-13 with a disability who wants to make friends, have fun, and build confidence.

Explorer Tier

$130

Inventor Tier

$180

Connector Tier

$240

WHEN: Tuesdays | 12-1:30 p.m.; April 5th-May 31st
WHERE: Chinese Evangel Mission Church 31 Monroe Street, New York, NY 10002
AGES: 7-13 years old

Welcome to Spring Kitchen! In this program, young chefs will embark on a delicious journey of culinary exploration. Through hands-on experiences, participants will delve into the art of baking, learning food-making techniques, and embracing essential kitchen safety practices. This isn't just about cooking—it's about fostering creativity, building friendships, and gaining an understanding of the culinary world. Join us and watch as your child discovers the joy of culinary expression and connection.

Explorer Tier

$130

Inventor Tier

$180

Connector Tier

$240

WHEN: Tuesdays | 4-5:30 p.m.; April 8th-June 3rd
WHERE: Brooklyn Children Museum; 145 Brooklyn Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11213
AGES: 8-12 years old

D&D Crew will encourage young people to get creative and flex their storytelling muscles as they explore the world of Dungeons & Dragons. This program is for young people who are interested in learning about and playing the popular tabletop role-playing game on a weekly basis. Lead by a Dungeon Master, players do not have to know how to play, but should have a high interest in learning the game.

Explorer Tier

$95

Inventor Tier

$100

Connector Tier

$110

WHEN: Wednesdays | 4:30-6 p.m.; April 9th-June 4th
WHERE: Facilitated via Zoom
AGES: 8-16 years old

Virtual Gaming Crew is an online get-together designed to let neurodiverse young people explore new worlds, unleash their creativity, and forge bonds through the power of video games. Led by Program Facilitator Cristina Nava-Sosa and Program Manager Christian Peralta, these sessions encourage participants to build off their own interests in the vast world of gaming, while further developing their social skills in a supportive environment.

This club is intended for young people who would like to learn and play in a non-competitive and competitive, exploratory environment. Participants will primarily play games like Roblox, Minecraft, and Nintendo games, Fortnite, and many more!

Explorer Tier

$240

WHEN: Sundays | 1:30-3:30 p.m.; April 6th-June 22nd
WHERE: Complete Studios 227 St. Marks Ave Brooklyn, NY. 11238
AGES: 13-18 years old

LET'S ROCK! Led by Lloyd H. Miller (MT-BC), BKCM Intern, Charay Allison, and Program Manager, Christian Peralta, this program will explore many aspects of pop and rock music, and really any type of musical sounds. Kids and families will meet every Sunday for 8 weeks to play music together using different instruments including guitar, bass, keyboard, drums and voice.

This club is intended for kids who are interested in playing on stage with other kids, and are skilled at playing an instrument.

Rock Band includes opportunities for group/individual songwriting, singing, get-to-know you music games and improv games, discussing lyrics to our favorite songs, and analyzing rhythms, melodies and song forms.