The group will be split into KG-G2 and G3-G5 for all activities each week for 90 minutes of 3 different ball sports organized using fun drills and games. Sports on offer will include handball, basketball, baseball, short tennis, badminton, hockey, dodge-ball, kick ball, volleyball, American football (touch), soccer and many more will be offered to develop a range of skills.

With our younger group these sports will be broken down to individual components, e.g. we may not play a volleyball match but we will practice keeping the ball of the ground, in hockey we will practice ball etc. We will endeavor to create a fun filled and high energy environment in which your child can immerse themselves in each week.

Grades: KG - 5

The ASA basketball program will focus on developing fundamental skills, teamwork and a passion for the game.

The program will incorporate drills that focus on dribbling, passing, shooting and footwork, while also emphasizing sportsmanship and teamwork. Practices will be kept lighthearted and enjoyable to foster a positive association with basketball. We will use drills designed for their development stage, ensuring they are challenging but achievable. The program will emphasize communication, cooperation and fair play. We will also  incorporate modified games to apply learned skills in a fun and competitive setting. Each session will begin with a short warm up to prepare the body and will end with a cool down to help recover the body. 

Grades: 2 - 5

Capoeira is a Brazilian Martial Art which mix Dance and Acrobatic making it one of the most complete sport in the world.

For boy or girls, the goals include: to arouse children's interest in sport, to get to know their own bodies better, to learn how to work with others in a group and to acquire knowledge. The valuable combination of music and movement has a particularly positive effect on children's ability to coordinate.

With More then 25 years of experience teaching, my goal is to keep spreading the beauty and values of this brazilian culture for kids and adults of all ages. Always with love and respect for this art and everyone who arrive to my classes.

Grades: 1 - 5

Join our exciting Cheerleading After-School Program designed for 1st though 5th grade. This fun-filled activity focuses on teaching basic cheerleading skills such as chants, basic stunts, jumps and energetic routines. Children will learn teamwork, build confidence, and enhance their coordination in a supportive and enthusiastic environment. Each session includes warm-ups, skill-building exercises, and practice routines, culminating in a mini-performance to showcase their progress at the end of the semester. We welcome all students to participate — just bring your energy and enthusiasm! 

Grades: 1 - 5

Chess has many educational benefits. Children learn to concentrate and be patient, to think before they take decisions, to feel responsible for their actions, to consider the other sides possibilities, and to learn from mistakes. This course is built on the "Step Method", which has been developed in the Netherlands specifically for children. Simple games and chess puzzles prepare the children to not only master the rules but also to see captures, checks and checkmates at once. If you fully master the rules, have played chess occasionally and want to improve, or if you just want to learn the rules of the game.

This course is for beginners and for advanced players and will teach you the most important tactical motives and basic winning strategies in a fun way. For the younger group there is a special booklet "stepping stones" without text and with more pictures. For the older group a "Step Method" booklet is included in the price and there will be the possibility to take part in a competition.

Grade: K - 5

Minecraft is an excellent tool for enhancing student logical and problem solving skills. Students can work in teams or individually to create their own online virtual environment. The activity will be iPad based not computer.

Grades: 2 - 5

Join us for a fun and imaginative after-school experience! 

In our Creative Club, students will explore a wide variety of arts and crafts, from water color and acrylic painting (using different tools) to origami, and seasonal crafting projects.

Along the way, we’ll incorporate playful elements of German language and culture. 

Grades: 2-5

Do you like trying out different roles? Do you enjoy creating and playing a story in a team? You know the feeling of theater fever? Then this is the right workshop for you! We'll spend a colorful semester improvising, acting and rehearsing. Being on stage strengthens your self-confidence and helps you to overcome challenges. Playfully try out characters that you enjoy. In our scenes we travel to other countries or fantasy worlds, play wizards, animals or a math teacher…

Join the Drama Lamas and let your imagination run wild! Instruction will be in English and German.

Grades 3-5

Heroes wanted!

“The foul air stings your nose as you enter the dark cavern chamber. The far side glitters by the flickering light of your torches. You see gold, heaps and heaps of gold, but before you can even say a word the cavern lights up with flame as the dragon sitting atop the heaps of gold lets out a fiery breath.”

What do you do?

Let you’re imagination run wild as you explore an epic word of fantasy filled with mystery, magic, and monsters. 

Take up the role of a brave fighter,  a fearsome barbarian, a wise wizard, a skillfully rouge, a shapeshifting druid, or whatever you can imagine as you join a group of fellow adventures to save the realm from a terrible fate. Join us at the table as we play the role playing game that started it all: Dungeons and Dragons.

Dungeons and dragons uses dice, miniatures and terrain with imagination, roleplaying  and teamwork to simulate adventures in a world of magic and monsters where the players can slay enemies, solve puzzles and save the day.  The game is played through collective storytelling where Game master narrates the events, the players decide their actions and the dice determine outcomes. 

Grades 3 - 4

Heroes wanted!

“The foul air stings your nose as you enter the dark cavern chamber. The far side glitters by the flickering light of your torches. You see gold, heaps and heaps of gold, but before you can even say a word the cavern lights up with flame as the dragon sitting atop the heaps of gold lets out a fiery breath.”

What do you do?

Let you’re imagination run wild as you explore an epic word of fantasy filled with mystery, magic, and monsters. 

Take up the role of a brave fighter,  a fearsome barbarian, a wise wizard, a skillfully rouge, a shapeshifting druid, or whatever you can imagine as you join a group of fellow adventures to save the realm from a terrible fate. Join us at the table as we play the role playing game that started it all: Dungeons and Dragons.

Dungeons and dragons uses dice, miniatures and terrain with imagination, roleplaying  and teamwork to simulate adventures in a world of magic and monsters where the players can slay enemies, solve puzzles and save the day.  The game is played through collective storytelling where Game master narrates the events, the players decide their actions and the dice determine outcomes. 

Grades 4-6

Engineering the Deep Blue

Get ready to dive into an underwater world of discovery, creativity, and hands-on fun! In this STEM-tastic program, explore how ships float, submarines dive, and amazing machines help us explore the deep blue sea. Through exciting, project-based challenges and with the help of the Engineering Design Process, you will design, build, test and improve your own canoes, submarines, motorized power boats, develop a robotic system to perform an oil spill clean-up and so much more! Along the way, you'll discover the science behind buoyancy, balance, and physical forces as well as get a glimpse into the complexity of marine ecosystems — just like real marine engineers! Each activity encourages teamwork, problem-solving, and imagination as you learn how engineering helps protect and explore the world's water bodies.

Grades: 3 - 5

Aquatic Adventures

Become part of the engineering crew and hop on board! During this program, you will complete exciting activities as you discover why and how things float and sink; how marine vessels propel through and across water; what to consider when designing a watercraft and more as you turn into a marine engineer! On your mission, you will examine marine wildlife, and how engineers use the Engineering Design Process to invent and improve technology to protect and restore the world’s water bodies! Diving deeper into mechanical engineering, you will use and hone your knowledge about buoyancy, density and mechanics, to build and test a variety of technologies yourself such as a paddle boat; a Cartesian diver that works solely with change of pressure; a swimsuit for our swimming robot Sphero, and more!

Grades: K - 2

Ever Wanted to be a super hero, a pirate or a monster or maybe a mix of all three and more? 

Do and be anything you can imagine as we play and perform together.

Experience the comedy, drama and fun of theatre in comfortable setting with fun hands-on activities that grow the imagination, builds teamwork and enhances communication. Learn acting, pantomime and storytelling through playing classic games such as Park Bench, Freeze, Mirror, Party Guest and much more. Come play with us as we explore the imagination and storytelling through improvisational games and theatre activities. 

For grades 1, 2 and 3, this afternoon school activity uses fun theatre games to teach storytelling and develop strong communication and teamwork skills.   

Join us as we get serious about being silly. 

Grade 1-3

Moritz and his staff are our qualified gymnastics instructors. Students will participate in a variety of fun activities introducing them to a wide variety of gymnastic experiences. The children will use a variety of equipment such as a mini trampoline, ropes, rings floor apparatus, bars and boxes. All levels of ability will be catered for. This is not a formal gymnastics program.

Grades: PK - 5

Calling all future chefs!

Let us bring the fun into the kitchen with Mini Chef Junior!

Each week we will prepare a variety of dishes, some sweet and some savory. Students will receive a recipe card after each lesson to create their own Mini Chef recipe book. We will start off with basic cooking essentials, such as how to measure wet and dry ingredients and instructions for cooking with common ingredients.

Learning such a valuable life skill in the kitchen is a great way to encourage independence & boost confidence all whilst honing their comprehension skills.

Grades: K - 2

Calling all future chefs!

Let us bring the fun into the kitchen with Mini Chef Senior!

Each week we will prepare a variety of dishes, some sweet and some savory. Students will receive a recipe card after each lesson to create their own Mini Chef recipe book. We will start off with basic cooking essentials, such as how to measure wet and dry ingredients and instructions for cooking with common ingredients.

Learning such a valuable life skill in the kitchen is a great way to encourage independence & boost confidence all whilst honing their comprehension skills.

Grades: 3 - 5

Step into the spotlight with Newsroom Knights — an after-school club for budding journalists in grades 3 through 5! In this exciting program, students will explore the world of media and storytelling through writing, podcasting, video journalism, and even comic-style news. From crafting headlines to recording interviews, kids will develop essential tech skills and learn how to bring their stories to life in creative, hands-on ways. Whether they're curious reporters, aspiring anchors, or imaginative illustrators, everyone will find their voice in the newsroom!

Grades: 3-5

This club is all about playing! The goal of the club is to have fun on the playground or inside in the classroom. There will be special playground activities and games students can play indoors and outdoors.

A small snack will be provided during the club.

Going to the playground will only be possible if the weather allows

Snack Cost is separate: 35 Euro per student for the whole ASA

Grades: PK - 5

Have you ever wondered why some objects float in water, and other objects sink? Why a candle "disappears" when it burns? How to use a microscope and look at your own cells? Do you like carrying out experiments? Then join the Science Club!

The Science Club is for curious students who want to learn more about Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Earth Science. We'll meet in the 7th Science Lab for thirteen exploratory sessions and learn more about the world around us.

Grades: 3 - 5

Join us for a joyful 90-minute adventure where young learners begin their journey into Spanish through play, music, and hands-on activities. In this engaging class, children will sing songs, play interactive games, and explore simple words and expressions in a natural and fun way.

Designed especially for early learners, our program encourages curiosity, movement, and imagination while gently introducing Spanish in a warm and supportive environment. Whether your child is brand new to the language or already familiar with a few words, this class helps build confidence and excitement for learning something new.

¡Explora, juega y aprende Español! 

Get ready for a dynamic 90-minute experience designed to keep students engaged, challenged, and excited about Spanish. This interactive class blends games, conversation, and creative activities to support both beginners and students who already have some Spanish skills.

Through team challenges, role-playing, and cultural exploration, students will build vocabulary, practice real-life communication, and gain confidence using Spanish in a fun and supportive environment. Each session is designed to spark curiosity and encourage active participation.

Whether your child is just starting out or continuing their Spanish journey, this class keeps them motivated, engaged, and eager to learn more.

¡Explora, conecta y mejora tu Español! 

This class is for beginners who can float and are not afraid of the water. Students should be able to put their head below the water without holding their nose. Mrs. Cummings and her swim team provide a professional, safe and fun environment to develop water confidence, fun in the water and start learning and loving to swim. It is important that our younger swimmers are able to change into their swim wear independently.

The class will be held in Hütteldorfer Pool (Linzer Strasse 376, 1140 Vienna). Your child is taken from AISV by bus after school. The children will be chaperoned on the bus and met at the drop off point by the swim teachers. You need to pick them up from the pool after the lesson - more details will be sent to you by the instructor.

Some extra swimming equipment may be needed for this ASA which you will need to purchase separately. Information will be sent out by the instructor in her welcome email.

Grades: KG - 3

This class is for advanced beginners held in the deep pool - children need to be able to keep above water or swim at least 15m any stroke without aids. Mrs. Cummings and her swim team provide a professional, safe and fun environment to learn the different swim strokes with proper technique.

The class will be held in Hütteldorfer Pool (Linzer Strasse 376, 1140 Vienna). Your child is taken from AISV by bus after school. The children will be accompanied by one of the teachers. You need to pick them up from the pool after the lesson - more details will be sent to you by the instructor.

Some extra swimming equipment may be needed for this ASA which you will need to purchase separately. Information will be sent out by the instructor in her welcome email.

Grades: 2- 5

This class is for intermediate to expert swimmers held in the deep pool - children with basics in one of the main strokes (breast, back, front), who can swim at least 25m without stopping. Mrs. Cummings and her swim team provide a professional, safe and fun environment to start training in swimming, with more advanced technique, skills, volume and speed. 

The class will be held in Hütteldorfer Pool (Linzer Strasse 376, 1140 Vienna). Your child is taken from AISV by bus after school. The children will be accompanied by one of the teachers. You need to pick them up from the pool after the lesson - more details will be sent to you by the instructor.

Some extra swimming equipment may be needed for this ASA which you will need to purchase separately. Information will be sent out by the instructor in her welcome email.

Grades: 2 - 8

Taekwondo is a modern Olympic sport. It is based on Korean traditions that are over 1000 years old. Basic human values and athletic abilities are combined. Concentration, self discipline, politeness, fairness and endurance are the most important qualities which are encouraged. This combination makes Taekwondo an excellent activity for children. An emphasis will be placed on flexibility, speed and coordination.

Click HERE to view a video of this activity.

Grades: 2 - 6

Tennis is a world-class sport captivating millions of players and fans all around the world. A constant program of tournaments and events takes place throughout the year and top players like Agassi, Federer or Nadal have become sporting icons for each generation.

We are a young, qualified and well experienced team of tennis coaches dedicated to teach tennis to children of all ages. Our goal is for the children:

• To build early confidence in the game of tennis, a sport you can play for a lifetime.

• To realize the health benefits of exercise in a funny and interesting way.

At AISV we offer individual and group lessons for up to 4 children per court. Tennis rackets will be provided if needed at no cost.

Grades: all

It is scientifically proven that Life-Kinetik improves the performance in school and sports.

Through various visual, auditive, coordinative and cognitive methods, Life- Kinetik exercises connect different brain areas. It is a fact that it improves creativity, concentration, brain endurance, and the ability to make decisions under stress. Due to Life- Kinetik exercises, people experience more efficiency in private and professional life.

Combined with Thai Boxing lessons you will increase your overall fitness as well as your stamina and self confidence.

Leading the group through principles of respect and teamwork we create an environment within each individual feels safe and appreciated.

• Click HERE to see an explanation of Life Kinetik

• Click HERE to see the activities flyer.

Grades: 3 - 7

Open up Your Child’s full Potential with Sunshine Children - Yoga for Children & Youth!

Join our fun and enriching yoga sessions designed to nurture your child’s holistic growth! Through playful activities like yoga postures, partner yoga, celestial communication, meditation, and even face yoga - power brain yoga, kids will strengthen their immune and nervous systems, reduce stress, improve flexibility and balance, and develop focus, awareness, creativity, and happiness.

We incorporate all the senses with dancing, singing, drawing, storytelling, and free play, while introducing key yogic concepts such as the 5 Elements, Polarities, Chakras, Numerology, Mudras, and Mantras—all in a supportive and joyful group setting.

Let your child embark on a journey of self-discovery, promoting balanced growth, authenticity, and healthy bodies! 

Grades: PreK - 2