Kids these days are often glued to the television sets, computers, cell phones etc. Thus, parents need to encourage them to indulge in activities that can foster their physical and mental development. Getting the kids enrolled in after-school activities is also a good way to help kids utilize their time and also enhance their skills.

Listed below are some benefits of after-school activities:

• Explore the hidden talent of kids:  After-school activities can be beneficial in bringing out the hidden potential of your kid. Whether your kid is good at soccer or he is fond of painting, he can choose an activity that interests him. Some of the activities offered in after-school programs are dance, swimming, soccer, cheerleading, basketball etc.
• Physical activities: Childhood obesity is one of the most rising issues these days. Hence, enrolling the kids in physical activities can help them channelize their energy in an effective manner. It can also improve their overall health. 
• Inculcating healthy eating habits: Various child care centers organize programs to create awareness about healthy eating habits among kids.  The instructors guide them about the benefits of taking a nutritious diet. Thus, inculcating healthy habits in the kids from a very young age. 
• Leadership skills: Sports and team building activities help to develop leadership skills among kids. Participating in student council or taking charge of supervision of activities can give the kids a raw experience of life outside the classroom. This can help to prepare the kids for college and professional life.
• Creativity: For young artists, after school activities serve as a platform to show their out-of-the- box creativity. Kids can indulge in activities such as painting, drawing, photography etc. They can also be encouraged to participate in Arts/ Crafts fundraisers and exhibitions.
• Time management. This is one of the most important skills that can be acquired through after-school activities. Kids learn how to create a balance between academics, sports, hobbies and self-study. 
• Lowers stress. Learning a new skill helps to instill self-confidence among kids. Kids who do well in school teams have an elevated self-esteem. This encourages them to be out spoken and also helps them deal with behavioral problems as well.
  

Thus, after-school activities are fun and exciting. They help the kids with character building and prepares them for their professional life.  

We, at Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas, organize a wide range of kids’ activities in Killeen, TX. For more information you can call at (254) 699 – 5808.