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Courses for Children in India (2026)

Courses for children in India, online and in person, across music, dance and art, sport, coding and robotics, languages and academic subjects. WiWit lists 64 verified courses in India from 40 organizations. They include options spanning Grade 2 to 12, 24 available online, 4 free to join.

A course is the right shape when a child already knows what they like and wants to get better at it. The listings here cover music, dance and visual art, sport and martial arts, coding and robotics, languages, and academic subjects taught outside school. Each one shows the format, how long it runs, the fee where the organizer publishes one, and what the child finishes with, including whether a certificate is awarded.

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Courses for Children in India (2026) at a glance

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OpportunityOrganizerEligibilityModeFee
Karate and Martial Arts ClassesThe School of Martial ArtsAges 12 and aboveIn-Person₹700 per month and 300 one-time admission, plus GST
Indian Sign Language (Subject Code 230), NIOS Secondary CourseNational Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)Ages 14 to 17Hybrid₹1,890 female or third gender, 2,340 male, for five subjects, 940 per extra subject
Kathak Kendra Foundation Course in Kathak DanceKathak Kendra (National Institute of Kathak Dance)Grade 4 to 8In-Person₹400 per month, paid six months at a time
Kalarigram Trust Online Weekend Kalaripayattu ClassesKalarigram TrustAges 8 to 18Online₹2,000 per month
Gandharva Mahavidyalaya New Delhi Hindustani Classical Music ClassesGandharva Mahavidyalaya New DelhiAges 11 and aboveIn-Person₹3,000 per month, plus 5,000 one-time admission fee
Indian Sign Language Classes for Hearing Learners - Beginner and IntermediateDeaf Enabled Foundation (DEF)Not listedOnline₹3,540 beginner for 1 month, 5,900 beginner for 3 months of Saturdays, 9,440 intermediate
Chess Gurukul Chess Training Program for ChildrenChess GurukulAges 5 to 15Hybrid₹2,500 to 10,500 per month, by level
Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Vocal Music - HindustaniBharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru KendraAges 5 and aboveIn-PersonPaid
Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Instrumental Music - VeenaBharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru KendraAges 5 and aboveIn-PersonPaid
Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Dance - KathakBharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru KendraAges 5 and aboveIn-PersonPaid
Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual ArtsBharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru KendraAges 5 and aboveIn-PersonPaid
Berklee Online Music Theory and Composition 1Berklee OnlineGrade 9 to 12Online$1,575
ISDS Young Learners' AcademyIndian Schools Debating Society (ISDS)Grade 7 to 8Online₹15,000 for one student, 13,500 per student in a team of 3
ISDS Debate Certification Course IIndian Schools Debating Society (ISDS)Grade 9 to 12Online₹15,000 for one student, 13,500 per student in a team of 3 or more
Cambridge International AS & A LevelCambridge InternationalGrade 11 to 12In-PersonPaid
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Karate and Martial Arts Classes

by The School of Martial Arts

Structured martial arts training in Karate, Taekwondo, Aikido, Judo, BJJ and Kobudo at The School of Martial Arts, Koramangala, Bengaluru, with a progressive belt system from white to black belt.

For children ages 12 and above
In-person event
₹700 per month and 300 one-time admission, plus GST

What your child could gain:

Karate techniqueTaekwondo kicks and formsJudo and Aikido grappling
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Indian Sign Language (Subject Code 230), NIOS Secondary Course

by National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)

A Group A language subject inside the NIOS Secondary course, teaching Indian Sign Language as a full language over one year.

For children ages 14 to 17
Online or in-person
₹1,890 female or third gender, 2,340 male, for five subjects, 940 per extra subject

What your child could gain:

Indian Sign Language fluencyISL grammar and structureCreative expression in sign language
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Kathak Kendra Foundation Course in Kathak Dance

by Kathak Kendra (National Institute of Kathak Dance)

Five-year structured Kathak dance training at India's premier classical dance institute under the Sangeet Natak Akademi.

For children ages 10 to 14
In-person event
₹400 per month, paid six months at a time

What your child could gain:

Kathak footwork and rhythmic precisionHand gestures and mudrasAbhinaya — expressive storytelling through dance
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Kalarigram Trust Online Weekend Kalaripayattu Classes

by Kalarigram Trust

Kalarigram Trust offers online weekend Kalaripayattu classes, providing flexible training in this ancient Indian martial art. Ideal for beginners and enthusiasts seeking to enhance physical fitness, mental concentration, and self-discipline from home.

For children ages 8 to 18
Join from home
₹2,000 per month

What your child could gain:

FlexibilityStrengthBalance
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Gandharva Mahavidyalaya New Delhi Hindustani Classical Music Classes

by Gandharva Mahavidyalaya New Delhi

Graded Hindustani classical music training in vocal, sitar, flute, tabla, and harmonium with ABGMVM-affiliated certifications.

For children ages 11 and above
In-person event
₹3,000 per month, plus 5,000 one-time admission fee

What your child could gain:

Hindustani classical vocal techniqueInstrumental performance (sitar, flute, tabla, harmonium)Raga and tala understanding
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Indian Sign Language Classes for Hearing Learners - Beginner and Intermediate

by Deaf Enabled Foundation (DEF)

Indian Sign Language course from Deaf Enabled Foundation, taught by Deaf instructors at Beginner and Intermediate levels.

Join from home
₹3,540 beginner for 1 month, 5,900 beginner for 3 months of Saturdays, 9,440 intermediate

What your child could gain:

Indian Sign Language signingFacial expression and non manual markersEveryday conversation in ISL
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Chess Gurukul Chess Training Program for Children

by Chess Gurukul

Structured live chess coaching for children from beginner to advanced, online and at the Chennai centre, taught by GM and IM coaches.

For children ages 5 to 15
Online or in-person
₹2,500 to 10,500 per month, by level

What your child could gain:

Calculation and tactical pattern recognitionStrategic planning and opening preparationEndgame technique
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Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Vocal Music - Hindustani

by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru Kendra

A graded vocal music diploma at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Kala Bharathi, Bengaluru, offering Hindustani training under senior gurus on weekends.

For children ages 5 and above
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Vocal technique and voice cultureRaga and composition renderingMusic theory
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Course

Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Instrumental Music - Veena

by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru Kendra

A graded instrumental music diploma at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Kala Bharathi, Bengaluru, with veena, tabla, mridangam, ghatam and keyboard taught by senior gurus.

For children ages 5 and above
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Instrument techniqueRhythm and layaMusic theory
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Course

Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Dance - Kathak

by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru Kendra

A five-year Kathak diploma at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Kala Bharathi in Bengaluru, taught in weekend classes by trained performing dancers.

For children ages 5 and above
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Kathak footworkSpins and chakkarsAbhinaya and expression
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Course

Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Visual Arts

by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru Kendra

A drawing and painting diploma at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Kala Bharathi, Bengaluru, spanning traditional Indian art forms and contemporary techniques.

For children ages 5 and above
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Drawing and sketchingWatercolour, acrylic and oil paintingTraditional Mysore and Tanjore painting
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Course

Berklee Online Music Theory and Composition 1

by Berklee Online

12-week online introductory course in Western music theory and composition from Berklee Online, covering notation, intervals, scales, chords, and basic melodic writing.

For children in Grade 9 to 12
Join from home
$1,575 registration

What your child could gain:

Western music notation reading and writingUnderstanding of intervals, scales, and key signaturesBasic chord construction and harmonic analysis
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Course

ISDS Young Learners' Academy

by Indian Schools Debating Society (ISDS)

ISDS's comprehensive 11-session course for Grades 7-8 integrating public speaking and WSDC debate training, culminating in a competitive debate tournament.

For children in Grade 7 to 8
Join from home
₹15,000 for one student, 13,500 per student in a team of 3

What your child could gain:

Public SpeakingWSDC DebatingArgumentation
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ISDS Debate Certification Course I

by Indian Schools Debating Society (ISDS)

A 12-module online WSDC debate training programme for Grades 9-12, with graded certification and a pathway to national team selections for top performers.

For children in Grade 9 to 12
Join from home
₹15,000 for one student, 13,500 per student in a team of 3 or more

What your child could gain:

Motion analysisArgument constructionRebuttal
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Cambridge International AS & A Level

by Cambridge International

Cambridge AS & A Level is a globally recognised pre-university qualification for Grades 11 to 12 students, offered across 55 subjects, accepted by 500+ universities worldwide including top Indian institutions.

For children ages 15 to 19
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Critical thinkingIndependent researchAnalytical reasoning
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Course

CGIHM Kids Cooking Classes

by Culinary Guru Institute of Hotel Management (CGIHM)

Hands-on cooking and baking course for children aged 6 to 16, covering knife skills, baking, and hygiene practices, with a certificate from CGIHM on completion.

For children ages 6 to 16
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Knife skillsBaking techniquesFood hygiene and sanitation
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Course

Kalarigram Trust Diploma Course in Kalaripayattu

by Kalarigram Trust

Kalarigram Trust offers a two-year diploma course in Kalaripayattu, providing intensive training in this ancient Indian martial art, blending practical skills with philosophical insights.

For children ages 8 to 18
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

StrengthAgilityFlexibility
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Certified Course for Young Tale Makers in Training

by Kathalaya's International Academy of Storytelling (KIAS)

A certified storytelling bootcamp by Kathalaya for children aged 8 to 15, building confidence, language skills, and creative expression over two weekend sessions.

For children ages 8 to 15
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Public speakingStorytelling techniqueCreative expression
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Course

Junior Naturalist Course (JNC)

by Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences (TIES)

A 15-module, 100+ hour naturalist field course by TIES for students in Std II-IX, covering wetland ecosystems and a Thattekad Bird Sanctuary evaluation trek, held annually in Kottayam.

For children in Grade 2 to 9
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Species identification (birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, flora)Field observation and data recordingEcosystem and biodiversity analysis
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Course

IB Diploma Programme

by International Baccalaureate

A rigorous two-year pre-university curriculum for Grades 11 to 12, recognized by universities in over 100 countries and equivalent to India's Plus Two (10+2).

For children ages 16 to 19
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Critical thinking and inquiryIndependent research (Extended Essay)Intercultural understanding
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Course

Hobby and Certificate Course in Fine Arts: Oil Painting (Offline)

by Kalabhumi

Kalabhumi offers hobby and certificate courses in fine arts, including oil painting, sketching, and calligraphy, available in offline mode.

For children ages 5 to 17
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

DrawingPaintingSketching
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Government Flying Training School PPL Training Program

by Department of Youth Empowerment and Sports (DYES), Government of Karnataka

Government-run Private Pilot License training at Jakkur Aerodrome, Bangalore: 12 months, DGCA-aligned, with subsidized fees for Karnataka residents.

For children ages 17 and above
In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Flight operations and cockpit proceduresAir navigation and route planningMeteorology for flight safety
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Kala Bharathi Diploma Course in Vocal Music - Carnatic

by Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bengaluru Kendra

A five-year Carnatic vocal music diploma at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's Kala Bharathi in Bengaluru, taught in weekend classes by senior performing musicians.

In-person event
Registration fee applies

What your child could gain:

Carnatic vocal techniqueRaga renditionTala and rhythm
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Course

Professional Certificate in Integrated Film, AVGC and AI Production

by Film and Television Institute of India (FTII)

A twelve-week intensive course at FTII Pune, covering film production, AVGC tools, and AI in creative production.

For children ages 16 and above
In-person event
₹80,000 registration
Artistic Expression
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Frequently asked questions

How many courses are listed on WiWit?

WiWit currently lists 64 verified courses in India from 40 organizations. Each one is checked against the organizer's official source before it appears, and the list is kept up to date.

Which grades can take part in courses?

The courses listed here span students from Grade 2 to Grade 12. The comparison table shows the eligible grades for each listing, so you can scan for your child's grade.

Can my child take part in courses online?

Courses are available in multiple modes: 24 run online, 35 are in person, 5 offer both. The mode is shown on every listing, so children anywhere in India can find suitable options.

Are there free courses?

Yes, 4 of the 64 courses listed are free to join. The fee for every listing is shown on its card, so you can compare cost at a glance.

Does my child get a certificate?

Many courses award one at the end. The listing says whether a certificate is given and who issues it, so you can tell a graded qualification apart from a participation certificate.

Where does my child enroll in these courses?

On the organizer's own site. WiWit is free and helps you find and compare courses; the enrollment itself always happens on the organizer's site, never on WiWit.

Are the courses on WiWit verified?

Yes. Every course is checked against the organizer's official source before it is published, and the listing is reviewed again as its dates move.

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