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Online Animation Classes for Kids & Teens

Animation classes from $14/class. Learn 2D animation, stop motion and digital storytelling — ages 7 to 17. Small groups of 3-8 with professional animators.

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From $14/class
Price
3-8 students
Group Size
5–17
Ages

Animation Classes for Kids: Learn to Create Stories That Move

Your kid probably watches animated videos constantly. What if they could actually make them? In our animation classes for kids, students ages 7-17 learn to turn their ideas into real animated content using industry techniques. Whether it's 2D animation, stop motion, or digital storytelling, they're not just watching—they're creating. Working in small groups of 3-8 students with professional animators, they get genuine feedback and room to develop their own style, not generic lessons that treat everyone the same way.

Online classes remove the logistics headache for busy families. No commute, no rigid schedules that don't match soccer practice or dinner time. Your child learns from home on their own terms, starting at just $14 per class. They build real technical skills—how to use animation software, plan scenes, time movements, tell visual stories—but more importantly, they discover they can actually make something cool. That confidence carries into everything else they do.

Kids who animate think differently. They learn to break problems into frames, see how small changes create big effects, and communicate ideas without words. These are skills that matter way beyond animation. Our students leave with finished projects they're genuinely proud of, the kind of work that makes them say, "I made this."

Why Choose Our Animation Classes

Expert Animation Teachers

Every instructor is vetted for subject expertise and experience teaching kids. Background checked and trained in online education best practices.

Small Groups, Big Results

Just 3-8 students per class. Your child gets real attention, feedback, and the chance to ask questions every session.

From $14/Class

Quality animation instruction at an accessible price. No registration fees, no contracts. Book one class or a full semester.

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How Our Animation Classes Work

1

Join a Live Session

Log in from anywhere. Meet your teacher and classmates on Zoom.

2

Learn by Doing

Hands-on projects every class. Create something real, not just watch.

3

Get Feedback

Personal feedback from your teacher. Ask questions, get unstuck.

4

Build Your Portfolio

Save your projects. Track progress. Share your work with friends and family.

Animation FAQ

What types of animation will my child learn?
Students explore 2D digital animation, stop motion (using phones or tablets), flipbook animation, and motion graphics. Each technique teaches timing, storytelling, and the 12 principles of animation.
What software do animation classes use?
We use free tools: Pencil2D and OpenToonz for 2D animation, Stop Motion Studio (free version) for stop motion, and Piskel for pixel art animation. No expensive software purchases needed.
Can my child pursue animation as a career?
Animation is a growing industry — from movies and TV to games, apps, and social media content. Studios like Pixar, Disney, and countless game companies are always hiring skilled animators.
How long does it take kids to create an animation?
Beginners create simple animations (bouncing ball, walking character) within a single class. Over a multi-week course, students produce short animated stories of 15-60 seconds with characters, backgrounds, and sound.

What Parents Say About Animation

"My daughter went from watching YouTube all day to actually CREATING animations. Best investment ever."
Sarah M.
Parent of 12-year-old
"Finally, classes that don't feel like school. My kids actually BEG to log in."
Jennifer L.
Parent of 8 and 11-year-olds
Maria Santos

Maria Santos

Head of Creative Arts
Maria leads our art, animation and design programs with 11 years in creative education. She previously worked as an animator at a major studio and taught digital arts at Pratt Institute. She's passionate about helping kids find their creative voice through art and technology.
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