Extracurricular Activities in Málaga City: A Guide for Families

With school back in session, many families are looking for after-school activities to complement their child’s academic development. In Málaga city, there are a wide range of options for sports, music, dance, and more—many designed to introduce children to new interests in a fun, beginner-friendly way. For those seeking high-level or competitive training—especially in sports like tennis— this is not at all a comprehensive list, and these programs are more commonly found outside the city, across the wider Costa del Sol (a list which we’ll cover in a separate post).

It’s also worth remembering that schools themselves often offer extracurricular activities, and many neighborhoods have local soccer or basketball teams that are better found by word of mouth. What follows is a guide to some of the most accessible private activity centers in Málaga city where families can explore different interests and help kids build new skills.

Art and Creativity

micro infantil (Teatinos – montessori-based classes, camps, and workshops for ages 0-7)

Basketball

MBK Málaga Basket (Teatinos)
EBG (Los Guindo)

Dance

DFlow Studios (C/La Bohème, 44 – hip hop, broadway jazz, classical, and latin)
En Clave de Danza (Teatinos – ballet, flamenco, contemporary for ages 3+)
ESAEM (Carretera de Cádiz near Escuelas Ave Maria – “Initiation to Dance and Performing Arts” acting, dancing and singing program for ages 7+)
The Space Dance Studios (Calle del Alcalde Moreno Mico 7 – urban, breaking, acro, k-pop, ballroom, commercial)

Football

Futbolitos (locations throughout the city – intro classes for 2+)
Vals (locations throughout the city, including Saturday classes)
Campo Futbol Juval (Carretera de Cádiz near Escuelas Ave Maria – boys youth academy from pre-benjamin to juniors)
Fundación Málaga (Calle Max Estrella – boys and girls 4-17)

Gymnastics

Club Deportivo Miralmar (several locations throughout the city – ages 3+)
Club Gimnasia Ritmica Sirka Rimto (Carranque, Puerto De la Torre, Teatinos)
Club Gimnasia Ritmica Málaga (several locations throughout the city – ages 4+)
Club Malaca Gimnasia Artistica (Calle Bodegueros, 39)

Martial Arts

Daikan Dojo (Los Guindos – all ages)

Music

Rockschool Málaga (La Trinidad – instrument and vocal program and private lessons, ages 5+)
ELCAMM (Cortijo Alto – introduction to music and specialized training for all ages)
Triarte – Centro de Estudios Artísticos (Cruz de Humilladero – music, dance, theater for ages 3+)

Performing Arts

ESAEM (Carretera de Cádiz near Escuelas Ave Maria – “Initiation to Dance and Performing Arts” acting, dancing and singing program for ages 7+)
Triarte – Centro de Estudios Artísticos (Cruz de Humilladero – music, dance, theater for ages 3+)

STEM

Stemxion (Ciudad Jardín – robotics, pre-engineering, videogame creation, animation classes for ages 6-14)
Technomatic Academy (Perchel Sur – robotics, STEM lab, programming for ages 5-16)

Swimming

David Lloyd (Pedregalejo)
Vals (locations throughout the city, including Saturday classes)
GoFit Huelin

Tennis and Padel

Vals (locations throughout the city, including Saturday classes)
Centro Deportivo Cortijo Alto (weekday and weekend classes, ages 4+)

Where possible, we’ve noted the location and age groups that programs serve. For the most up-to-date information, it’s best to reach out to the centers directly.

At Españaula, we help families discover opportunities like these while navigating education and school life in Spain, so your child can thrive both inside and outside the classroom.