The sprawling athletic center has year-round programming for kids starting as young as 4 months in a variety of sports. Classes are available in team sports like baseball, hockey and tennis and in individual sports like rock climbing and gymnastics. Once students hone their skills, they can take their game to the next level by joining one of Chelsea Piers’s competitive travel or in-house ice-hockey, soccer, basketball or gymnastics leagues.
Chelsea, Hell's Kitchen Back to School Checklist
The path bordering the Hudson River and The Highline provide families with a breath of fresh air. A variety of eateries make dinnertime easy, and indoor and outdoor play areas give kids a place to roam free.
After School, Private Schools, Tutors & Lessons
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My Little Sunshine
With locations in Chelsea and Tribeca, My Little Sunshine has become a go-to for anyone in search of American and European fashions or haircuts for youngsters. Stocking toys, books and adorable clothes from brands like Tane Organics, Scotch Shrunk and Blu Pony Vintage, My Little Sunshine has everything kids need to make their big classroom entrance.
177 9th Ave., 10011
(212) 929-0887
Supplies
Pencils, bags and everything you need.
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Paper Presentation
Paper Presentation takes your back-to-school paper game up a notch with a selection that rivals any big-box store. Fulfill all your back-to-school needs and choose from a variety of lined, plain and graph paper notebooks, planners, writing utensils and art supplies. And if the kids are tired of lugging around their standard canvas backpack, Paper Presentation offers totes it’ll customize for you in your chosen fabric marker.
23 West 18th St., 10011
(212) 463-7035
Sports, Music & Activities
All the equipment for your extracurriculars.
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Chelsea Guitars
Since 1989, Chelsea Guitars has sold vintage and new guitars from notables like Fender, Martin and Les Paul. The store also sells equipment and performs guitar repairs. If your kid needs some hard-to-find gear for an upcoming band performance, just fill out a request form and the store’s staff will let you know once it comes in.
224 West 23rd St., 10011
(212) 675-4993
Technology & Gadgets
Phones, tablets, computers and calculators.
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B&H Photo Video
For more than 40 years, B&H has maintained its status as one of New York’s most well known electronic suppliers, selling the latest technology for amateurs and professionals alike. The megastore has great prices on everything from cameras and computers to home entertainment and wearable devices. Don’t know where to start? The huge staff can provide recommendations and solutions for any of your family’s technology needs.
420 9th Ave., 10001
(212) 239-7765