Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara

Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara offers an elementary after-school program, a teen after-school program, and gymnastics classes. The gymnastics program includes recreational classes, developmental classes, and levels such as Mini Stars, Preschool Bronze, Bronze Stars, Silver Stars, Gold Stars, and Sapphire. It also offers Open Gym and a Gymnastics Summer Camp.

Programs

• Girls Inc. of Greater Santa Barbara Elementary After School Program — Grades TK-12; girls ages 5-18 · Mon-Fri, school dismissal until 5:30 PM · $85–$140 per week · Registration fee: $25 per child. Full-time enrollment is 3-5 days per week; part-time enrollment is 1-2 days per week. Financial assistance is available for qualifying families.
• Girls Inc. Teen Program — Grades 7-12 · Mon-Thu, 3:30-5:30 PM · $0 · Free after-school program for teens.
• Gymnastics Program — Preschool to age 18; boys and girls for some classes · Offers recreational classes and developmental classes at the Goleta Valley location.
• Mini Stars — 12 months-3 years 11 months · $86.50 per month · 45-minute, parent participation class for co-ed gymnasts.
• Preschool Bronze — $86.50 per month · 45-minute introductory gymnastics class open to both boys and girls.
• Bronze Stars — $99 per month · Introductory gymnastics class for beginner gymnasts.
• Silver Stars — $108 per month · For gymnasts who have completed the Bronze class and been evaluated for successful demonstration of Bronze skills.
• Gold Stars — $118.50 per month · Advanced level recreational class for gymnasts working toward advancement such as Sapphire and Advanced Tumbling.
• Sapphire — $118.50 per month · Highest-level recreational class leading into the invitation-only Xcel program.
• Gymnastics Summer Camp — 9:00 AM-3:00 PM; extended day 3:00 PM-5:00 PM · $360–$420 · Extended day is available for an additional $60. Weekly themes are listed for June 15-August 7.

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• Price range: $0–$420
• General schedule: Elementary after-school program begins Wednesday, August 19, 2026. Teen fall after-school program is Monday-Thursday, 3:30-5:30 PM. Gymnastics program classes are offered at the Goleta Valley location. Summer camp hours are 9:00 AM-3:00 PM with extended day 3:00 PM-5:00 PM.

About the provider

Girls Inc.’s evidence-based programming helps girls grow up healthy, educated, and independent. The program includes testimonials from participants ages 11, 12, and 15 who describe learning new ideas, working through practices, and preparing for college.

• Open Gym — Wednesdays, 8:00 PM-10:00 PM · $12 · Supervised open gym; must pre-register on JackRabbit online registration portal.

Advance registration is required. Space is limited to maintain the appropriate student-to-coach ratio. Classes are subject to availability. Multi-class discounts are available. No sibling discounts, financial assistance, or make up classes for gymnastics. Payment is charged on the fifth of every month for gymnastics classes. After-school program financial assistance is available for qualifying families. No school pick-ups at this time; walking pick-ups are provided from El Camino and Hollister schools only. After-school program snack time is 3:00-3:45 PM.

What families say

“Gymnastics has definitely impacted who I am as a person. I have learned through conditioning, hard work, and long practices that teach me how to push through to achieve my goals. I am stronger emotionally because of competing (which can be pretty nerve racking!) and learning how to face my fears.” — Lily, age 15

“At Girls Inc. I have learned how to open up and explore new ideas. I am getting more interested in history because of Girls Inc. and I am learning that there are all different types of people. Girls Inc. is a place where you learn lots of new things you didn’t know existed and you are encouraged to ask more questions.” — Sawyer, age 11

“If I hadn’t come to Girls Inc., I think I would be one of those girls in school who wouldn’t try their hardest and would give up after high school. Girls Inc. has helped me become a different person because they have pushed me to go to college. Now I want to go to college and with my leadership skills I can also help others pursue their dreams.” — Mia, age 12

Last updated September 21, 2026.