Weekly Classes & Groups (0-5 years) York

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Baby & Toddler Classes & Groups on a Friday in York

Below is a full list of classes & groups for babies, toddlers and pre-school age children in York on a Friday.

Most of the classes below are pre-book and follow a structure (see individual listings for details) , if you’re looking for playgroups in York which are more informal and you can just turn up (like the ones in church halls etc) then check out the Playgroups Page Here.

If you know of any other classes or groups which are not already listed, then please contact us here.  For details of how to get your group listed  click here.

Agility Classes

5-11 years Ninja Obstacle Training – Great for beginners and younger children
Welcome to Ninja training.
Obstacle coaching combined with parkour style movements. A fun class that will have you swinging, climbing, leaping and jumping across different obstacles!

11-17 years Warrior Obstacle Training – more challenging obstacle techniques and parkour style movements
Warrior Obstacle Training is focused on advanced obstacle techniques and parkour style movements. In addition to the coaching we focus on developing core strength which is key to achieving the objectives of this programme.

More information, schedules and booking is here https://www.agilityparks.co.uk/kids-classes

Parties 
We offer a range of parties from toddlers to children and teenagers. Agility Party Hosts will look after with most of our packages  you get you own disco party room or a party table reservation in our restaurant or café.

Visit the website HERE

💜  Check out the York Mumbler blog post for exclusive photos of when we visited Agility when it first opened! 💜

 


01904 948416
info@agilityparks.co.uk
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Family owned swim school.

Structured fun swimming lessons, using toys, floats and games to teach water safety, self-rescue skills and developing all 4 strokes.

Stimulating lessons to develop co-ordination, strength and stamina.

Sensitive to parent and child’s individual needs.

All children will be working towards awards throughout their time with us.

Baby and Preschool Swimming on Tuesday and Friday 10-11am and Saturday morning 8.30-11.30am.

School Age Beginners to Pre Competition Tuesday and Friday 4 – 6pm and Saturdays 8.30am – 11.30am

At Stamford Bridge Junior School, 5 Church Road, Stamford Bridge, YO41 1BP


07854 20725211
askaquastars@gmail.com
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Baby Sensory is an award-winning, sensory development programme specifically designed for babies from birth to 13 months.  Each week is a different theme and full of fun, sensory experiences!  We have a vast range of sounds, smells, sights, textures, music, movement, baby signing and singing to help with baby’s brain development.  We’ve done the research; so you can enjoy the fun…

Baby Sensory and the WOW Group are founding members of the Children’s Activities Association and are proud of our GOLD level accreditation.  We take the safety and quality of our programmes seriously to ensure you get the BEST experience!

Baby Sensory is running classes in various locations around York:

Mondays – Clements Hall, York, YO23 1BW

Tuesdays and Wednesdays – Haxby Memorial Hall, Haxby, YO32 3HT

For your local class leader’s contact details and to book a class please visit our website:


07790759333
york@babysensory.co.uk
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At Baby Swimmers we follow the Starfish Awards, so little ones can gain water confidence and build a foundation to swim unaided in the future. We play games and sing songs which are skill related and also teach water safety skills so they can learn to swim back to the side, hold on and climb out when they are strong enough.

Our structured classes work towards this and are also fantastic for bonding with your little one, as well as enjoying yourselves in a fun relaxed atmosphere, which we always ensure is at your little one’s own pace including underwater swims. Babies use their natural reflexes when they are in water, so it is always a good idea to start as soon as you can, as swimming is a great workout and helps to strengthen their muscles and also increases alertness.

For toddlers we follow the STA Stanley Awards, so again little ones can gain water confidence and build a foundation to swim unaided. For this age group we still sing songs and have fun with games and also start to teach the basic strokes, continuing with water safety skills and teaching your toddler to hold on, turn, then push off the side to swim to you independently. Classes will focus on floating, learning to tread water, rolling, push and glides, diving for sinkers and more.

Swimmers Academy is for our older swimmers where we focus on stroke technique and stamina, classes run for any age from Beginners and go through to Gold also incorporating Lifesaving Awards.
All teachers are fully qualified with specialist training for your little ones. Our classes are child led to ensure each child is taught and developed at their own pace.

We Swim at :

Monday, Tuesday : New Earswick
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: Roko
Saturday: Robert Wilkinson, Strensall, Stamford Bridge & Pocklington


0333 3355388
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City Screen is York’s picturesque riverside cinema and cafe-bar.  Located in the heart of York and easily accessible by public transport, we offer a varied programme of mainstream and independent movies.   The cinema is fully accessible for people with disabilities, there is a baby-change facility in certain toilets (ask for a key), and the Riverside Café-Bar is welcoming to parents and carers with children.  As well as our regular screenings, we also offer the following weekly child-friendly sessions:

  • Watch With Baby – Wednesdays 11am. For parents/guardians with babies under one year old.
    Pricing is £4.70 (member) £3.70 (retired/student members) and £7.70 (standard). Babies go free!
  • Toddler Time – Fridays 11.30am. 30 minutes of episodes for preschoolers and their carers. Tickets £3.30 for children, free for accompanying adults.
  • Kids’ Club – Saturdays 11am. Tickets £3.30 each.

We also have regular autism-friendly screenings (3rd Sunday of the month), where we strive to create an environment welcoming for people with a range of conditions such as autism, learning disabilities and cognitive disorders. Tickets £3.30.

When films are rated U, PG, or 12A a family ticket (for two adults and two children under 15) is available, except for premium priced screenings.

13–17 Coney Street, York YO1 9QL


020 7326 2649
enquiries@picturehouses.co.uk
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City Screen Pricing and other useful information

Teaching children to swim confidently with excellent stroke techniques for nearly 40 years!

Coral started the swim school in the 1980s and for many years developed it based on the principles of teaching children to enjoy swimming and gain confidence in the water.

We continue to focus on creating a fun yet challenging environment, developing water confidence and getting the strokes correct as learners progress from absolute beginners through to the Gold Award & beyond; with distance and water skills & safety certificates achieved throughout their journey!

We have Adult & Baby/Toddler/Preschool sessions, and teach children independently from 3 years old. We move individuals up when they’re ready, we don’t make them wait for the end of term or until a whole class is ready to progress.

Our teachers are trained Aquaphobia Coaches too & provide extra support if fear/anxiety is identified, present &/or affecting development.

Our lessons, with a high teacher-pupil ratio, are delivered at:

New Earswick – Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday:
3-4pm Adult & Baby/Toddler
4-6pm 3+ Children

Robert Wilkinson Primary (shallow pool), Strensall – Thursday & Friday:
4-6pm 3+ Independent & 1:1
*4pm Friday 2-4 year olds, with Adult

Our aim is to achieve consistent progress (at each child’s own speed rather than at the speed of the swim school) resulting in confident, capable, and safe swimmers.


07716 919827
louise@coralmagsonswimschool.co.uk
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Looking for a fun way to get your step count up, get moving, and do some exercise alongside a really welcoming group of mamas?
You’ve found it!

This class is for those parents sick of all the nursery rhymes. Come get down with us.
Mama’s Got Moves is a babywearing dance class-and no, you DO NOT need any dance skills, think Zumba but easier, and with the Latin vibes alternating with 90’s classics and 2000s tunes. All the music you made bad decisions to! And a load of non-judgemental friendly mums.
Drop-in/ Blocks available.
Baby carriers are available to borrow.
Older children are welcome to come and dance alongside you or play in the background.

Thursday 9.30 am Southlands Church Southbank
Friday 9.30 am York Dance Space Tang Hall
Friday 11.30 am Acomb Methodist Church Acomb

£9.50 Drop-In / £40 Block of 5


07737654628
info@mamasgotmoves.com
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Come and find your voice, both indoors and out!

Babies, toddlers, pre-school and school-age children, along with their caregivers, are invited to learn through music as we sing, dance, explore percussion and move creatively.

After almost 20 years of teaching Kindermusik with York families, Cath’s music groups have changed in name, though not in nature! Classes are very similar in size, style and ethos. All are welcome in our nurturing, educational, gentle, yet fun-filled music and movement sessions.

We meet in some of York’s loveliest outside spaces like Rowntree Park, the Homestead Park and York Museum Gardens.

Indoor classes meet in Clifton with additional options in Acomb and South Bank.

5 week blocks (£40) – Join in anytime, subject to availability.50% sibling discount.
Flexible age groups – Family classes for mixed ages and stages, along with some classes geared towards specific age groups.
Introductory class £6/child, £9/two siblings.

Pre-booking and pre-payment essential as numbers are limited.

Private classes and workshops for community groups by arrangement eg Home Ed, postnatal, nurseries, preschools.

Follow us for the latest news @musicwithcath
To find out more, contact Cath directly by email, phone or text.


07982 607674
cathsmithson@live.com

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MY BABY CAN DANCE/ NEWBORN CAN DANCE YORK is a multi award winning movement to music activity class which follows the development stages for the little ones.  Ideally suited from birth up to 4 years old, for children with additional needs there is no upper age limit.

We run weekly interactive fun classes combining movement, singing, musical shakers, numbers, colours, shapes, phonics and much more.

The sessions achieve a proven learning and development path for the little ones using a repeatable formal which increases learning and memory in a safe, caring, positive and informal environment.  The little ones can build their confidence, social skills and discipline all within the fun and fast paced sessions.

Classes run throughout school term times with payment being made in advance in half termly blocks.  Subject to availability people can join at any time and just pay for the weeks remaining in that current block.

For the time being social distancing will continue with individual sanitised kit bags for each participant.

For up to date class information contact me:-


07714 210814
katherinembcd@gmail.com
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Are you looking for a class which is fun, upbeat and action-packed? Are you keen to give your child a good foundation in early literacy skills? Would you like to join a class that you can enjoy together with your child, whilst learning about phonics at the same time, and discover lots of ideas for ways that you can support them at home?

Come along to award-winning 45-minute classes aimed at toddlers and pre-schoolers between 1-4 years, which are delivered by an experienced teacher and are based on the Early Years Curriculum.

Weekly sessions gently introduce letter sounds, whilst also focusing on developing confidence, turn-taking and listening skills. Classes help children develop an early interest in sounds without even realising, as they are too busy playing and having fun! This is the perfect class to help boost your child’s confidence, whilst compliment what they learn at preschool and prepare them for big school.

Come and groove on down to our dough-disco, shake your pom-poms and meet our mascot Robot Reg who shows children how to use his arms to orally blend and segment the sounds for reading and spelling!

MINIs sessions (1 – 2.5 year olds) are play-based sessions that help to develop speech & language skills and early vocabulary through short activities and role-playing, including nursery rhymes.
PRE-SCHOOLER sessions (2.5 – 4 year olds) include sound recognition and oral blending & segmenting, which are foundations for learning to read. This is through fast-paced, fun games and activities which encourage listening for sounds.

Classes
Monday afternoon @ Wigginton
Tuesday morning @ Clifton Moor
Thursday mornings @ Wigginton
Friday mornings @ Copmanthorpe

£6.50 per session and payable as a block of 5 sessions

Contact Sam for more information


sam@robotreg.co.uk
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Puddle Ducks are award winning providers of swimming lessons to babies, toddlers, pre-school and school age children. Our classes are designed to promote bonding, water confidence and water safety in a fun and loving environment. We take your little ones through a structured programme designed to develop their natural affinity with the water and encourage them to learn to swim independently.

And although we have spent many years carefully developing our progressive lesson plans to develop swimmers, our teachers adapt every activity to suit each child. Our approach ensures that your child’s needs are expertly fulfilled – never forcing development, but rather nurturing it to ensure a positive experience and love of swimming.

Our baby and pre-school programme is offered through five levels:
Floaties (0-6 months), Splashers (6-15 months), Kickers (15 months – 2.5 years), Little Dippers (2-5 years) and Dippers (2-5 years)

We run classes 7 days a week at the following locations in and around York:
New Earswick, ROKO Health Club, Archbishop Holgate’s School,  The Crown Hotel (Boroughbridge), Energise hydrotherapy pool (Acomb), Queen Margaret’s School (Escrick) and Goosewood Holiday Park.

We also run Aquanatal classes, so you can start your journey with Puddle Ducks before your baby arrives!


07825 269146 (Monday to Friday 9am – 1pm)
York@puddleducks.com
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PureSwim Yorkshire are proud to provide gentle and fun swimming lessons for little ones aged approximately 8 weeks to 11 years. Our baby and pre-school lessons focus on water confidence, parent and child bonding and important water safety skills in small groups.

Once Children are ready to be in the pool by themselves (approximately age 4) we work through the STA award scheme including rookie lifeguard classes for our older children. Our Class sizes are small (maximum 5 in a beginners group and maximum 6 with our advanced swimmers) and until the advanced stage our teachers teach from in the pool.

Saturday pm Archbishops’ School (age 4+)
Sunday am -Archbishops’ School (Age 12 months +)

Monday 11:30-1pm – New Earswick (6 weeks-preschool)

In MAY we are relaunching l baby, toddler and pre-school midweek lessons in our Fabulous city centre location.

10% discount when you quote Mumbler


07807 127373
swimwithus@pureswim.uk

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Come on a musical journey with our characters Rat-a-tat, Arabella and all their friends as we explore songs, instruments, language, dance and our senses in our weekly Rhythm Time sessions!

We are a teacher-led class for babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers, developing understanding of pulse in music, encouraging fine and gross motor skills, and leading you and your little one through a series of group and individual music activities!

Sessions are planned with education in mind, matching activities to the framework for the EYFS, and stimulating a LOVE of music in your child. Each 30 minute class is tailored to their specific age range and is designed for progression as your child grows.

Rhythm Time runs every day of the week all around York, giving families a chance to meet and socialise in their local community. In Summer 2024 we have classes in:

Acomb – Monday and Friday
Clifton – Tuesday
Tang Hall – Wednesday
Rufforth – Wednesday
Sutton upon Derwent (nr Elvington/ Wilberfoss) – Thursday
Earswick – Thursday
Fulford – Friday

Class prices start from £7.14 per class, with a whole host of other membership benefits including priority booking on events, unlimited classes, and sibling discounts.

If you are interested in joining our classes, please visit rhythmtime.net, follow @rhythmtimeyork on Facebook or Instagram, or WhatsApp Tori on 07751768331.


07751 768331
tori.r@rhythmtime.org
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Rowntree Park is a large park with a riverside location that offers a range of facilities including a Reading Cafe, children’s play areas, lakes with ducks, wildlife area and ponds, carpark, and sporting facilities such as basketball court, skatepark, table tennis and tennis courts. The park is managed by York Council, but the Friends of Rowntree Park help maintain and improve the park, as well as running a range of community events and projects. Regular events include:

Weekly Friday Forest School sessions for approx 2-5 years 10-11.30am, runs throughout the year in 6 week blocks.

Monthly ‘Very Young Friends’ meet ups (Nature based crafts, stories and play for 1-5 year olds) – first Tuesday of each month 10-11am.

Monthly ‘Family Forest School’ for children of all ages , Saturdays 10-11.30am

‘Wild Ones’ Nature group for older girls, 10-16 years. Bushcraft, survival, campfire cooking and chat!

‘Make Space for Girls’ in Rowntree Park -an ongoing project that includes a free events programme for 10-18 year olds in June.

Also there is a range of ‘Young Friends’ seasonal events throughout the year including Easter, Halloween and Christmas specials– keep an eye on our social media and website for details!

Terry Ave, York YO23 1JQ


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Our fun, structured play sessions with engaging and energetic coaches support the children every step of the way whilst teaching them how to catch, pass, kick, run with the ball and play as part of a team.
Our motto is simple; “make it more fun”. We do this by delivering our specifically designed programme for each age group with energy, enthusiasm and excitement. This creates an atmosphere in the class that is totally unique and engaging for parents and children alike.

TuesdayPoppleton Centre10:00am Age 2 to 3.5, 10:40am Age 3.5 to 5

Friday:Haxby Memorial Hall10:00am Age 2 to 3.5, 10:40am Age 3.5 to 5

Saturday:The Mount School09:00am Age 2 – 3.5, 09:40am Age 3.5 – 5, 10:35am Age 5 – 7, 11:25am Age 2 – 3.5Joseph Rowntree School09:00am Age 2 to 3.5, 09:40am Age 3.5 to 5, 10:35am Age 5 to 7

SundayThe Mount School09:40am Age 3.5 – 5, 10:35am Age 2 – 3.5, 11:15am Age 5 – 7York Stadium Leisure Centre – Monks Cross 09:00am Age 2 to 3.5, 09:40am Age 3.5 to 5, 10:35am Age 5 to 7Pocklington School (The Old Station Building)09:00am Age 2 to 3.5, 09:40am Age 3.5 to 5, 10:35am Age 2 to 3.5


0345 313 6716
york@rugbytots.co.uk
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What Would Your Baby Like To Say?

Babies use all kinds of signs and gestures as a natural part of learning to talk; think of the delight we have when they learn to point, wave or blow a kiss! Encouraging your baby with extra signs like ‘milk’, ‘more’, ‘change nappy’ or ‘tired’ will help your baby communicate more easily. Developed with the help of Speech and Language professionals, Sing and Sign Baby Signing classes utilise music and songs, props and rhymes in fun sessions that makes learning to baby sign both easy and fun!

Our courses are designed over three developmental stages that broadly equate to:

Sing and Sign Babes – 0-5m (5 week course – £37.50)
Stage 1: 6 – 13m (10 week course £75)
Stage 2 : 14– 24m (10 week course £75)

All courses enjoy class WhatsApps and Online Resources, too!

Have twins? They attend two-for-one!

Monday – Wilberfoss Community Centre – All Stages
Tuesday – Communitea, Selby – Babes + Stage 1
Wednesday – Belfrey Hall (York CC) – All Stages
Thursday – The Poppleton Centre – All Stages
Riccall Regen Centre – Babes and Stage 1
Friday – Acomb Methodist church – All Stages

Can’t make a Stage 1 or Stage 2 venue course? Why not sign up to our streamed video course, Sing and Sign@Home, which you can enjoy 24/7 from the comfort of your own home?!


07811 651720
annagibbeson@singandsign.co.uk
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Booking link HERE!

‘The most talked about class in York’

‘Interactive, engaging and so much fun!’

‘The classes are meticulously planned and so creative’

Cassie and Janet run weekly storytelling sessions based on different themes and jampacked full of songs, games, silly characters and imaginative play.

Watch your little one’s confidence, language and social skills grow, week by week, as they discover an exciting wider world through the power of stories.

Spaces are limited, so booking ahead is recommended but you do not need to book for the full term so why not give it a try?

Wednesday (Wicked Wednesdays) – York Art Gallery – 11am-12pm https://www.yorkartgallery.org.uk/your-visit/events/

Friday (Crafty Tales) – York Theatre Royal – 10.15am-11.15am https://www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk/show/crafty-tales-spring-2024/


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Swimming with Linzi is all about having fun whilst learning to swim, gaining water confidence and safety skills.

With only 7 children in each class, only 1 lesson running at a time & the whole pool to ourselves, we have lots of space. In this environment I find my swimmers really enjoy their lessons and thrive learning to swim following the progressive STA guidelines.

I  get to know all the children individually & adapt my teaching to suit every child. Your child will be enabled to happily progress at their own pace.

Classes are based at Carr Junior School (Acomb) and Robert Wilkinson School (Strensall), teaching from babies through to school age and beyond on various days, at various times. See the website below for more details and to book.

About me; I run a small independent swim school set up after training and teaching my own children to swim many years ago. I realised then that the whole goal to swimming success is learning through having fun!

I have over 16 years of swimming teaching experience and I am a fully qualified STA Swimming Instructor, STA baby and pre-school teacher. I hold a Level 3 STA Diploma in Aquatic Teaching for Baby and Pre-school, STA lifeguard certificate and have DBS clearance.


07583 936246
linzi@swimmingwithlinzi.com
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The Little Gym York based in the York Community Stadium at Monks Cross is open Tuesday to Sunday during term-time, and Monday to Saturday during the Summer holidays.

*Under 3’s membership can enjoy unlimited classes each week for no extra cost.

We offer a 20% sibling discount if you have other children you wish to enrol!

Flexible block bookings are also available for under 3’s .

Attend our FREE coffee mornings with your baby aged 0-12 months on Tuesdays during term time. 10.45 – 12.30.

Our non-competitive gymnastics programs teach children that they don’t have to be the best, they just have to try their best! We provide children with a safe, clean, inspiring space to burn energy, build confidence, and develop key skills. We now offer beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes to 6-12-year-olds!

As well as our seriously fun classes, we’re open for party bookings and Ofsted registered holiday camps too! If you’d like to secure your membership, or have any questions, reach out to us by email at the address below, or register your details here:

Booking Form | The Little Gym York

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HAVING SERIOUS FUN WITH YOU SOON!


01904 307404
york@thelittlegym.co.uk
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Class Schedule

Activity classes with lots of fun and adventure. Perfect for Toddlers from 13 months – 5 years. Create special memories with your toddlers with a combination of soft play, bouncy castles, tunnels for the first half of the session, followed by music, dance, imaginative play, balloons and bubbles.

Toddler Sense introduces a whole new world of adventure for toddlers and children. Great music, great equipment and great new ideas! Imagine climbing a snow mountain, going on safari, digging for fossils, swimming with dolphins and hunting for dinosaurs? Every week introduces a whole new adventure. The main emphasis is on mobility, excitement and adventure in this fast-moving, action-packed programme.

Award-winning, sensory-rich toddler development programme, where structured play goes hand in hand with imagination, adventure and the freedom to explore. Activities carefully constructed to stimulate your child’s brain, co-ordination and physical development.

A number of classes running on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays in York.
Please visit www.toddlersense.com/york to book on.

Mondays: Melodie Park, Wigginton Road (Clifton Moor)
Thursdays: Haxby Memorial Hall, 16 The Village Haxby
Fridays: St James the Deacon Church Hall, Woodthorpe

We also offer children’s parties on a weekend combining our Bouncy castles, soft play and lots of fun and engaging activities. Please get in touch for more information on our party packages.


07762525599
york@toddlersense.co.uk
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Our progressive play programme is designed to develop your child’s physical skills. Using bespoke colourful equipment, we focus on agility, balance, climbing and co-ordination, which enhances brain development and builds confidence.

Every session is supervised by our specially trained staff, getting the best out of each child. Up until 3 years, grown-ups participate as well so that parents, carers and even grandparents can spend time with little ones as they develop. The journey begins for babies from 6 months old who can sit up unaided. Here’s how our classes break down:

6 Months – Walking: Babies explore the equipment in a happy and relaxed environment, helping them to reach key milestones such as crawling, cruising and walking.

Walking – 2 Years: Confidently walking toddlers are now introduced to an exciting circuit of equipment as well as hand-held co-ordination activities, developing their fine motor skills. ‘Circle Time’ helps language development through rhymes and action songs.

2 – 3 Years: Working together in small groups, little ones are introduced to stations with more challenging equipment to refine their agility, balance and climbing skills.

3 Years – School Age: Children now take part independently without their grown-up, putting into practice their skills for life.

Use Mumbler discount code to receive a £5 trial with this code : QPA549


Hannah.piggott@tumbletots.com
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Wild Things Explorers – for children aged 18 months to 4 years

Embark on a journey of discovery with Wild Things Explorers – an enriching outdoor experience tailored for children aged 18 months to 4 years.

At Wild Things Explorers we believe in the power of outdoor play to nurture curious minds and adventurous spirits. Through hands-on exploration and nature-based activities, children not only learn about the world around them but also cultivate resilience, creativity, and a deep appreciation for nature. The highlight for many families is the campfire finale! Children eagerly gather around to toast a marshmallow and savour a cup of hot chocolate.

Younger siblings can join in too for free (up to 18 months old) and benefit from being outdoors too.

Nestled in the heart of York, our sessions take place in a hidden wooded area within the grounds of Millthorpe School, just off Scarcroft Road. Easily accessible by foot, bike, or bus, many families can leave the hassle of excessive driving behind.

Sessions run on Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday mornings. Secure your child’s spot by booking in advance, as spaces fill up quickly. Choose from flexible booking options, including block sessions or convenient drop-in tickets available each week.

All sessions run in a wooded area, in the grounds of Millthorpe School (Nunthorpe Avenue, YO23 1WF).


07968 060182
emma@wildthingsyork.co.uk
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Heworth Gym Club is hugely popular in York for children’s Gymnastics

We are a charitable organisation focused on recreational gymnastics and trampolining for the ages of 2-18.

Classes run from a dedicated facility.

Our Pre School Classes run Monday – Friday during term time, with 5 classes running per day.

Boys and Girls plus trampoline classes are running too.

Many changes have been made due to Covid-19 – please see the website for all the details of this.

For further information please contact us.

The Gymnastics Centre, St. John’s Walk, Heworth, York, YO31 7SX

 


01904 611111
office@ycgf.org.uk
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As York’s Award-Winning Stage School, we offer weekly Acting, Singing, Musical Theatre and Dance classes from our studios at Theatre@41, Monkgate.

Led by Principal, Nik Briggs, our tutors are all professionally trained and continue to work within the industry, meaning the training your child receives is up to date, relevant and of the highest standards. Alongside our Award-Winning Stage School classes we also offer LAMDA, Jazz, Ballet and Tap Dance classes.

YORKIE PUDS (0 – 3 YEARS)
Our structured and theme varying Baby and Toddler classes will immerse our youngest stars in a world of positive creativity that will help them develop the skills they need to truly rise.

TODDLER DANCE (18 MONTHS+)
We will introduce our Toddlers to the world of Ballet & Tap technique. starting off with Ballet before switching our shoes for the second half of the class, where we’ll be tapping our toes and immersing the children into a world of rhythm and sound.

KIDS DANCE (4-6 YEARS)
This class instills technique in our young dancers in a fun environment. Focusing on Ballet and Musical Theatre dance technique, students will be introduced to the fundamental elements of these disciplines through a range of exciting and engaging activities.


07584048030
info@yorkstageschool.com
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York Swimming Academy is one of York’s leading swimming lesson providers and is dedicated to delivering high quality swimming lessons for great value.

Children can start in our ‘Discovery Ducklings’ Classes from new-born. Whilst those children aged 4yrs and over can begin in our first of seven progressive stages.

We implement Swim England’s Learn to Swim Framework, an all-inclusive programme designed to take the non-swimmer from his or her first splash to full competence in the pool. The framework has clear progressions between each stage and children are awarded a variety of certificates on their journey to becoming fully competent.

Our teachers are Swim England (ASA) qualified, and classes are limited to 8 children per class. Our beginner classes have 2 teachers, teaching from inside the water.

Spaces are available now for an immediate start!

New Earswick Swimming Pool:
Monday 13:00 – 14:30 (Pre-School Lessons 0-4yr)
Wednesday 09:15 – 10:15 (Pre-School Lessons 0-4yr)
Thursday 16:00 – 18:00
Friday 15:30 – 16:00 (Pre-School Lessons 0-4yr)
Friday 16:00 – 16:30
Saturday 15:00 – 18:30
Sunday 10:00 – 11:30
Sunday 15:30 – 16:30

Stamford Bridge Swimming Pool:
Sunday 09:00 – 12:00

Carr Junior School:
Sunday 08:30 – 12:00

The Mount School:
Wednesday 18:00 – 19:30

Queen Margaret’s School, Escrick:
Tuesday 17:00 – 18.30
Friday 17:00 – 19:00
Saturday 9:00 – 10:30


01904 891 845
info@yorkswimmingacademy.com
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Yorkshire Rose Academy of Dance (YRAD) was founded by Principal Kerry Whitfield in 2013, and her passion for the arts gives the students at YRAD an encouraging platform to be their best. Kerry is a former professional dancer who trained and works with both The Royal Ballet School and The Royal Academy of Dance.

The school offers a vast array of classes for children to learn and develop in the performing arts industry. Classes are fun, inclusive, inspirational and gives students a strong work ethic and discipline. YRAD has an enthusiastic and supportive team of skilled professionals at their core, plus they invite external pros for Workshops / Masterclasses throughout the year. Children have the opportunity to audition for our affiliated Children’s Talent agency giving them a chance to be cast in Theatre, TV and Film.

Dance styles include Acro, Ballet, Commercial, Contemporary, Modern, Musical Theatre, Street Dance, Tap and Zumba.

Mention Mumbler for a free trial.


07891004850
info@yrad.co.uk
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Becky Ellerington – Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach

I run Postnatal Strength Classes, Private Sessions & also Online Coaching.
No previous experience necessary.  Your baby is very welcome to join you, too.
Classes take place Monday – Thursday in Wigginton & York.
I offer a 21 day trial for £21.99.

Buggy Workout Session- Holgate

Pre and post natal exercise specialist offering personal training and group exercise in the city.

T: 07974 966109

Early Explorers

Early Explorer’s Sensory Story Time Parent & Child Class suitable from birth to four. Join us for storytelling, music, sensory play and exploration.

Mondays in Marton cum Grafton Village Hall, York
Fridays in St Wilf’s Church Hall, Harrogate

Charlotte & Fi: 07969413618

En Pointe Dance School

We teach dance to infants, children and adults with passion. We are renowned for our multi award winning classes in RAD Classical Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, Musical Theatre, Commercial Dance, Pointe Work etc.

Visit our website for more info.

Unit 2, The Rose Centre, York Business Park, York, YO26 6RU.

Hockey Hotshots

Join the fantastic hockey course for children aged 3-4. Courses run in line with school term times (7-8 weeks long) and cover lots of exciting themes – from under the sea to outer space with a bit of hockey fun thrown in! All equipment is provided and our sessions are run by qualified hockey coaches and early years professionals.

Sessions are on Fridays 10am – 10.45am or 11am – 11.45am at the City of York Hockey Clubhouse 33 Elmpark Way, Heworth, York YO31 1DX. Lily 07738262167

Katie Ventress School of Dance

A small, friendly dance school for children from 18 months – teenagers. Classes: ISTD Ballet, Tap, Modern Theatre Dance and Musical Theatre.

Classes run Monday to Saturday. Get in touch for times.

Venues are: Tang Hall Community Centre, Millthorpe School, The Raylor Centre (James st).

T: 07919 008078 (Katie Ventress)

Little Worlds

Little Worlds offers 2 classes suitable for babies and children 6months-5years.

Each class is based around a story read at the beginning of the session. Then children are free to explore a range of activities and sensory experiences based on the story.

Friday, Alne Village Hall (term time only)

For more information visit ‘Little Worlds Yorkshire’ on Facebook or Instagram.

T: 07539293974 

Northern Dance Academy

Northern Dance Academy

We offer a range of studio dance classes including ISTD syllabus Ballet, Tap & Modern for children (4 yrs +) at affordable prices. We also offer non syllabus classes including Contemporary dance for all ages as well as Adult Beginner, Improver & Advanced Ballet, Tap & Lyrical classes.

Venue Location: The Gateway Centre in Acomb, York. YO24 3BZ.

T: 07917 176418 (Sarah)

Rebalance Studios

Calling busy mums looking to improve their health, wellbeing and get fitter. We offer small, more personal Mummy Fitness and Postnatal Pilates classes. 45 minute classes where you bring your baby classes especially for mums and their little ones.

💜 Mention Mumbler for your first session free of our Mum & Baby/Toddler Sessions.

5 Devonshire Court, York, YO24 3HD

T: 07874 872722 (Lucy)

Story time and Rhymetimes at York’s Libraries

Explore York Libraries and Archives offer under 5 story times. There are free and on a drop-in basis. Find out the time and day of the week at your local library and all the up-to-date information here https://exploreyork.org.uk/children/storytimes/

For more details about the sessions and libraries below see our post HERE

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Tiny Stompers

Baby Massage courses in the comfort of your own home or within hired venues. Advanced techniques included in every course.
Music and Movement classes for under 5s. Activities are aimed at 12 months+ but younger stompers are always welcome.
Timetables can be found on Tiny Stompers FB or Instagram page.

T: 07739 960910

Toddler Sense East York

Our award-winning toddler development classes will introduce your child to a galaxy of magical worlds. Each week has a unique theme, meticulously constructed to stimulate your child’s brain, co-ordination and physical development.

Tuesday – Low Catton Village Hall, Low Catton, Stamford Bridge
Thursdays – Dance Expression at Norton, Malton
Friday – Pocklington Cricket Club, Burnby Lane, Pocklington, YO42 1UJ

T: 07725 481334

Water babies

At Water Babies we are passionate about teaching you to teach your little one to swim, we offer classes across the city from birth to 6 years. Our teachers are the most highly qualified, passionate and committed in the business, you can be assured you are in safe hands.

York Steiner School: Parent and Child Groups

Daily Mon-Fri from 9.30-11.30am and a Wednesday session from 1.30-3.30pm.
Welcoming children up to 3 ½ and their families.  Enriching free play, seasonal crafts, puppet show/story and singing together in an all natural nurturing environment, supporting your child and you.
£9 per session – first session free!  Please book early as often oversubscribed.

The York Steiner School, Danesmead, Fulford Cross, Fulford, York, YO10 4PB
T: 01904 654983

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