Newtown Studio

Fall 2024 Programs

Thursday August 29th to Tuesday December 31st

27 Glen Road, Fourth Floor, Sandy Hook, CT 06482

  • Competitive Club Teams

    Enrollment Open

    Runs Sep 14th - Dec 20th

  • After-School Classes

    Enrollment Open

    Starts 9/23 (A) & 11/4 (B)

  • Themed Game Nights

    Enrollment Open

    Runs Sep 1st - Dec 31st

  • Gamer's Retreat Camp

    Enrollment Open

    Runs Dec 23rd - Dec 31st

Fall ‘24

Newtown Season Guide

We have a complete season guide that details each of our programs with full descriptions and registration information. You can view that here for more information, or scroll and register if you already know what you want!

Competitive Club Teams

Tryouts: September 14th - September 22nd

Preseason: September 23rd - October 3rd

Regular Season: October 7th - November 21st

Playoffs: December 2nd - December 19th

Join An Affinity Esports Competitive Team This Fall. Our competitive teams are designed to foster healthy competition, social and emotional growth, and skill development in a supportive environment. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, our structured programs offer comprehensive training, teamwork, and leadership opportunities across various popular game titles. Players are guided by dedicated coaches, engage in regular practice sessions, and compete in organized matches through sanctioned youth and adult leagues. This experience not only enhances gaming skills but also builds confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships.

Register for Tryouts

After-School Classes

Session 1: Monday, September 23rd - Thursday, October 24th

Session 2: Monday, November 4th - Thursday, December 19th

Days: Daily, Monday - Thursday

Times: 4:45pm to 6:30pm

Our After-School Classes offer a six-week program that inspires creativity and skill-building. Children can choose from a variety of classes, including Gaming and Esports Foundations for teamwork and esports insights, Game Creation and Coding to learn coding basics through fun platforms, Content Creation and Live Streaming for budding creators, and Pixel Art and Game Design to design characters and games. Each class runs on specific weekdays after school, with flexible registration options. Join us for an enriching experience that sparks passion and creativity in a supportive environment.

Register for Classes

Themed Game Nights

Days: Fridays & Saturdays

Times: 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Game Nights at Affinity Esports offer a variety of events tailored to different age groups, creating a fun and inclusive gaming community. Youth Game Night (Ages 7-15) provides a safe space for kids to enjoy an evening of gaming with pizza and beverages included, held on Fridays from 6-9pm. Young Adult Game Night (Ages 16-25) invites high schoolers and college students to a welcoming gaming environment on Saturdays from 6-10pm. Adult Night (Ages 21+) is a BYOF/D "sip and game" event on the first Thursday of each month from 8:30-11:30pm. Join us for a night of gaming, community, and fun!

Register for Game Nights

Winter Break Gamer’s Retreat

Dates: Monday December 23rd - Tuesday December 31st

No Camp: 12/24, 12/25, 28th, and 29th

Times: 9:00am to 3:00pm (Early & Late Pick-Up Available Upon Request)

Welcome to our Winter Break Gamers Retreat, designed exclusively for children aged 7-17 who are passionate and eager to explore the vast universe of gaming in a supportive, healthy, and fun environment. Understanding the needs of busy families, we are thrilled to offer flexible scheduling options with morning, afternoon, and full day camp sessions. These options provide parents with the flexibility they need to stay effective during the holiday week while ensuring their young gamers can develop good gaming habits, enhance their social skills through team play and cooperation, and embark on a journey of exploration across various game genres. Our camp is dedicated to creating a safe space that fosters a balanced approach to gaming and promotes a positive, enriching experience for all campers. 

Register for Camp

Looking for Programs in Other Locations?

Milford

125 Old Gate Lane

View Milford Programs

Mobile

Various Locations

Mobile Programs & Locations

This is us


We Are Affinity Esports and we are on a mission to create safe spaces for happier and healthier gaming experiences. 

Through our recreational programs, participants are introduced to the world of esports, full of new and emerging career paths, experiential learning, and highly engaging social activities. Each of these programs has been structured to reinforce critical life skills, such as teamwork, communication, and problem solving. Through their time with us, we will guide your children to build healthy habits and harness their passion with an extreme commitment to balancing wellness, education, mentality, competition, and socialization. Esports have been linked to powerful outcomes, such as improved social and emotional skills, problem solving, future career viability, and academic performance.

  • “Great program - I am so pleasantly surprised. They teach kids how to game healthfully (ie. importance of taking frequent breaks, good sportsmanship, teamwork).”

    - Desiree (Parent)

  • “This format is a great concept for kids who like to game. The owner has created a positive and fun atmosphere for students to learn and practice strategy as well as teamwork. We will be back for more!”

    Corina (Parent)

  • “I really enjoyed the camp. Thank you for teaching me about a game I did not know how to play. Everyone here is friendly and nice. Thanks for the great time.”

    Trace (Participant/Child)

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