Guide4 min read· junio de 2026

After-School Programs for 5–8 Year Olds in Lodi

Sports leagues, martial arts, arts programs, and childcare options for elementary-age kids in Lodi, all in one place.

Full-day care vs. drop-in classes

If you need actual childcare until 6pm, the [After School Program](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/after-school-program) through City of Lodi Parks & Rec covers TK through 6th grade, Monday–Friday 12pm to 6pm at Hutchins Street Square. Includes homework help, themed arts, and structured play. It's the only true supervised after-school care option run by the city.

For families who just want an activity a few days a week, most programs below run 4–6pm and you drop off for the hour.

Sports leagues (fall/winter/spring)

Most Lodi youth sports leagues practice or play after school on weekdays, with games on weekends:

  • [Youth Soccer League](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/youth-soccer-league): City of Lodi's rec league, ages 5–14, Saturdays 9am–12pm at DeBenedetti Park. $85. All skill levels, co-ed teams.
  • [Junior Basketball Leagues](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/junior-basketball-leagues): K–6th grade, practices and games Mon–Thu evenings. ~$75 through Parks & Rec. Three age divisions.
  • [BOBS Youth Baseball & Softball](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/bobs-youth-baseball-softball): Ages 4–14, weekdays + Saturdays at Kofu Park. $100–$175. Lodi's longest-running league (60+ years).
  • [SV6 Sports NFL Flag Football](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/sv6-sports-nfl-flag-football): Ages 5–14, Sundays at Lodi Grape Bowl. $189/season. NFL-licensed, drafted teams.
  • [Youth Bowling League](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/youth-bowling-league): Saturday mornings at Lodi Bowl, ages 5–17. $12/session, all skill levels welcome.

Martial arts (year-round)

Most Lodi martial arts schools run classes 3–5 days a week in late afternoon slots, so kids can attend 1–3 times based on your schedule:

  • [Kids Martial Arts at Infinity Martial Arts](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/infinity-martial-arts-kids): Ages 5–12, Mon–Fri 3–8:30pm. Mixed-style curriculum (elements of multiple martial arts).
  • [Tots Jiu Jitsu](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/tots-jiu-jitsu): Ages 4–6 at JG Academy, Wed 4pm + Sat 9am. Earliest entry into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Lodi. $100/mo.
  • [Kid's Jiu Jitsu - 7-9 years old](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/kid-s-jiu-jitsu-7-9-years-old): JG Academy, Tue/Wed/Thu 4:45pm. $143/mo, attend once or all three days.
  • [Cutting Edge Martial Arts](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/cutting-edge-martial-arts): Ages 4–17, Taekwondo focus, Mon–Fri varying times. ~$99/mo.
  • [Strive Jiu Jitsu Academy](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/strive-jiu-jitsu-academy): Ages 5+, Mon–Sat with age-specific class times. Tiny Grapplers program for ages 3–5 twice a week.

Gymnastics and movement

[Impact Sports Center](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/impact-recreational-gymnastics) has the widest range of after-school movement options in Lodi, with weekly classes you schedule around your availability:

  • [Impact Recreational Gymnastics](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/impact-recreational-gymnastics): Ages 5+, 45–85 min classes depending on level. $112–$138/mo.
  • [Impact Ninja Zone](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/impact-ninja-zone): Ages 5–13, obstacle-course training with belt progression. $112–$121/mo.
  • [Impact Tumbling](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/impact-tumbling): Ages 6+, for kids training cheer/dance or who outgrew basic gymnastics. 6 colored belts. $121–$138/mo.

Dance and theater

Most Lodi dance studios run classes Mon–Sat in 4–7pm slots:

  • [Next Level Dance & Cheer Academy](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/next-level-dance-cheer-academy): Ages 3–18, rec through competitive. $95/mo + reg fee. Faith-based, voted Best of San Joaquin repeatedly.
  • [Showstoppers Dance Studio](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/showstoppers-dance-studio): 40 years in Lodi, ages 3–18. Ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, tumbling. $65–$200/mo.
  • [Youth Ballet, Tap & Hip Hop](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/youth-ballet-tap-hip-hop): City of Lodi Parks & Rec classes, ages 3–17, Tue/Thu 4–6pm at Hutchins Street Square. $55–$90 per session.

Music lessons

[Sayla Music Academy](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/sayla-music-academy) downtown covers piano, violin, guitar, drums, voice, and more. Ages 5–18, by appointment Mon–Sat 9am–8pm (so after-school slots available). One of the deepest instruction options in town.

Enrichment and arts

  • [Wildflower Creative-Youth Workshops](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/wildflower-creative-youth-workshops): Small-group art for ages 2–14 at the Lodi Art Center downtown. $25/class, Mon–Fri 10am–1pm (also offers themed sessions throughout the year).
  • [Lodi Boys & Girls Club](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/lodi-boys-girls-club): Ages 6–18, Mon–Fri 2–6:30pm during school year. Homework help, sports, arts, STEM, leadership. Operating since 1962.
  • [Changing Faces Theater Company](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/changing-faces-theater-company): Ages 8–15, Drama Club on Tue (teens) or Thu (kids) 4–5:30pm. $175 for 8 weeks. Improv, acting, scene work.

What to do next

Pick 2–3 options that match your schedule and your kid's interest, then contact the org directly to ask about trial classes or drop-in observation. Most martial arts schools and dance studios let you watch a class before committing.

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