Indoor After-School Activities – Rock Up and Join the Fun
Looking for Fun Indoor After-School Activities? Rock Up has Got You Covered! September is here, the new school year is in full swing, and the days are getting shorter. As the evenings draw in and the weather cools down, it can be tricky to think of engaging indoor activities to keep your children active, motivated, and happy after school.
Now is the perfect time to visit your local Rock Up climbing centre! Whether your child is climbing the walls with energy (literally!) or just needs a fun way to blow off steam after a day of learning, we’ve got the perfect solution.
Book a session at your local centre today and turn those after-school hours into adventure time!
5 Fun Indoor After-School Activities
As the summer fades and the weather turns colder, those post-school trips to the park start becoming less enjoyable. Here are our top 5 indoor after-school activities for children:
1. Wall Climbing
Wall climbing is the ultimate after-school activity! It’s active, exciting, and builds confidence in children of all ages. Whether your child is new to climbing or a seasoned pro, our indoor climbing arena provides a safe and supervised space where they can challenge themselves, learn new skills, and have a great time. Book your after-school climbing session today!
2. Soft Play
If you have younger children or those who aren’t yet confident in climbing, our vibrant, multi-level soft play areas are perfect for them to explore, bounce, and slide their way through after school. It’s not just fun, it’s a fantastic way for them to develop motor skills and burn off energy in a safe environment. Book your after-school soft play session here.
3. Home Crafts
For children who enjoy getting creative, try some after-school crafting activities. You can do this from the comfort of your own home. It’s a great way to wind down after school and boost imagination.
4. Cooking and Baking
It might be messy, but kids love to cook and bake. Whether it’s a packet cake mix or a recipe from Great British Bake Off, they will love it!
5. Scavenger Hunts
Create a treasure hunt or scavenger hunt for items within your home. This may take brain power from you, but it can keep them busy for hours. Find an object for each letter of the alphabet or colour of the rainbow. It can be educational and fun at the same time!
The Benefits of Wall Climbing for School-Age Children
There are so many benefits of wall climbing for school-age children. With the school day being very structured and learning focused, something physical and energetic after school could be exactly what your child needs. Here are some of the top benefits:
Physical development and fitness: Wall Climbing builds strength, balance, coordination, and endurance. This is great for physical development and burns energy after an intense day at school.
Meeting new friends: Climbing sessions create an excellent opportunity for social interaction and allows your children to meet peers from other local schools. This is perfect for forming connections and widening their social circle.
Teamwork and problem-solving: Many climbs involve teamwork and strategy; this is the perfect opportunity for them to problem-solve in a fun and physical environment.
Confidence building: Achieving a new height or tackling a new route boosts self-esteem. Building confidence at a young age is important for self-assurance and can last through into their adult life and careers.
Mental focus and resilience: Climbing helps kids learn to concentrate and overcome challenges. Many of our walls require careful consideration and planning. Trying again and again to climb the same wall will stimulate the creative side of their brains; even the children who struggle to focus in class will thrive when wall climbing.
Fun and rewarding: Kids love the thrill of the climb and the satisfaction of reaching the top!
Book your after-school climbing session at your local Rock Up centre today and see your children thrive in this indoor after-school activity!
The Benefits of Soft Play for Children
For those not ready to wall climb, our soft play is also a perfect indoor after-school activity. It offers numerous benefits for children, and it’s a great place to blow off some steam after school – especially for the younger children when school settings are new for them.
• Encourages physical activity in a safe, padded environment
• Supports the development of gross motor skills
• Promotes imaginative play and exploration
• Builds confidence in young children
• Offers a fun, social space for early social interaction
Soft play also contributes to children’s early development. Book your after-school soft play session here
Birthday Parties That Rock
Looking to throw a birthday party that your child and their friends will never forget? Our Climbing and Soft Play Party Packages are packed with excitement, energy, and adventure and can be booked mid-week after school!
Whether your child dreams of climbing to new heights or diving into soft play fun, we’ll take care of everything so you can sit back and relax. We handle the activities, the party room and the food. Find out more on our parties page.
After School Activities with Rock Ups
If you’re looking for ways to entertain your children after a long day at school, then Rock Up is the place to do it! Find your local centre and book your session today!