Weekly Classes & Groups (0-5 years) York

Newborn & Baby Classes

Baby groups and classes for newborns in York.

Below is a list of all the classes and groups in York that are suitable for newborn babies and pre-walking babies.

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.

Gentle Beginnings –  popular, small, calm and supportive groups for parents and babies up to toddling

These highly regarded groups, which I have run for 11 years now in York, offer a calm supportive space for mums/dads and infants from birth to 18 months old.  The groups provide a place where you can gain confidence and trust in your abilities as a parent, learn about the amazing Pikler approach, the benefits of slow parenting, and make new friends. Parents usually stay with the group for a year to 18 months and make deep friendships that last way beyond the group life. You can find out more about the groups and my experience and other work on the website link below.

Come and join us for a free first session!

I also offer online one to one support sessions to new mums and dads if this would be helpful.

And please email me or phone me if you would like more information.

Dorothy Marlen


01904 612683
dorothy@dorothymarlen.net
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Classes and live music events for you and your little people!

Here at Baby Band, we offer fun and educational classes full of music for little people, aged 3 months to 4 years, in and around York.

Led by our skilled and experienced class leaders, we sing, dance and play with REAL instruments to explore different musical concepts. Whatever your ability, it’s all about learning how to be musical with your little one and helping them develop a love of music in a relaxed atmosphere.

Don’t worry, you won’t be subjected to endless twee nursery rhymes here! Every few weeks we focus on a different genre of music from musicals to 90s pop, jazz to Disney classics, rock to girl bands. It’s much more fun when we all enjoy the music.

If your little one is feeling a bit cool for ‘Baby Band’ then why not join one of our ‘I’m with the Band’ classes. A music class aimed just for the big ones (well, 3 & 4 year olds!) which dives deeper into learning key musical terms and concepts but in the coolest way possible.

Classes run throughout the year including the school holidays where older siblings can join too for a small extra cost.


07789005477
charlotte@babyband.co.uk
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All babies and parents warmly welcome, with any abilities or special needs. Class is suitable for newborns to pre-crawling. Class can be adjusted to suit. Teaching these classes since 2009.

  • Block of 5 weeks
  • Wednesdays 10:30 -11:30 am (Fishergate/Fulford area)
  • 50 mls of high grade massage oil, digital file sent of all strokes, certificates & cake.
  • Venue: beautiful & comfortable space within Rascal to Gentlemen shop, corner of Fulford Road and Grange Street, YO10 4BE, with comfortable shop front parking

Gentle nursery rhymes are sung to enhance a baby’s memory and development of language. Your confidence massaging your baby will grow with each class and you will see the benefits from Day 1.

These classes particularly help babies who have trapped wind, constipation, have colic or difficulty sleeping.

Indian and reflexology techniques applied to soothe any baby’s mood. Practicing these massage strokes at home after class will also create a stronger bond and connection between you and your baby.

For your baby’s digestive comfort, it’s highly recommended that a minimum of an hour has passed after the baby’s last feed before massage takes place at home or in class.

Will also travel to you for private 1-1 Tuition or with 4 mums.


07941 697047
irene@babymassagecourse.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
info@babyswimmers.co.uk
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We are the largest provider of swimming lessons in the UK offering lessons at our York Leisure Centres. Energise Leisure Centre, York Leisure Centre and Yearsley Swimming Pool.

We offer a programme for all ages and abilities, with times and days which suit you. In our lessons, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Your children will be taught by experienced, qualified teachers, following our industry-leading programme. We have designed our swim school programme to be flexible and affordable. Our monthly direct debit payments include free swimming for your children! You can track your child’s progress using our online tool called the Home Portal. We offer the following:

Baby & Pre-School

Energise- Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays
York Leisure Centre – Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday
Swimbies- 3 months to 12 months
Splashers- 13 months to 2 years
Paddlers- 2 years to 4 years
Pre-Schoolers- 3-4 years

Primary School Age
Foundation (Small pool)- Children aged 4 years+ who are non swimmers
Development (Main pool)- Children aged 5-12 years who are able to swim 25m
Academy (Main pool)- Children up to 16 years old who have completed development.

Private swim lessons available.

For more information and to book your child’s place please see our website.


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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

Dream Time is like no other Baby Massage Class you will ever go to.

Since its creation over 18 years ago, Dream Time has won awards, gained CPD accreditation and holds Level 3 qualification with Open Awards. Dream Time teachers are among the UK’s most highly qualified baby massage therapists.

Dream Time combines gentle song, yoga and massage. Our classes provides the perfect combination of baby time and parent time, leaving everyone feeling relaxed, bonded with baby and open to chat over a cuppa and homemade cake after the session (vegan/dairy and gluten free cake and drink options available).
Located just 8 minutes along the A19 from the Designer Outlet , with free parking right outside, the classes run from the purpose designed Dream Time Space. In a beautiful location, close to a nature reserve, the Old Granary at Riccall is the perfect setting for a relaxing and nurturing time with your baby.

Remember, touch is the first means of communication and a regular massage can help with colic, sleeplessness and muscle tone.

Booking essential.

The class times are currently:

Wednesday 10 Baby Massage
Wednesday 12.15 Little Wigglers (7m+)
Thursday 10 Baby Massage
Thursday 12.15 Baby Massage
Friday 11.15 Little Wigglers (7m+)

And prices

Taster session- £10
Block of 6 classes – £68.
Each class lasts up to 2 hours and includes a hot drink and homemade cupcake. Dairy and gluten free mums are catered for.


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For Modern Mothers specialises in supporting your journey to and through Motherhood. A specialist in yoga for fertility, pregnancy yoga and yoga for mums and babies. Classes are super friendly, relaxed and down to earth – using yoga as the perfect antidote to the stresses and busyness of pregnancy and motherhood. We also have brilliant complete (and no BS) Complete Antenatal & Hypnobirthing courses, and help mums and baby’s connect through loving touch in Baby Massage classes, and offer support services to those suffering from birth trauma and birth injury too. All this is to help empower women to have a positive and confident pregnancy, birth and motherhood.

Everyone is warmly welcomed – regardless of fitness level, age, shape or size. In a busy world take some time to reconnect with yourself, and with your baby.

Pregnancy Yoga
Monday 7.15pm // Poppleton
Tuesdays 7pm // Livestream only
Thursday 6pm // Acomb
Thursday 7.30pm // Acomb

Mum & Baby Yoga
Tuesday 11am // Poppleton
Tuesday 1pm // Poppleton
Thursday 12.30pm // Acomb

Baby Massage
Thursday 2.20pm // Acomb

Hypnobirthing & Antenatal Courses
Run every month, in person, at the weekend

Pregnancy Mini Retreats
Run every few months throughout the year

Slow Sunday Yoga Workshops
On Sundays, run once a month (open to all)

Also available as private sessions: One to one yoga // private and refresher antenatal & hypnobirthing sessions // caesarean birth planning // twin birth planning // fertility support, yoga & coaching // birth trauma and birth injury support // postnatal Doula.

Mention MUMBLERFREE for one class free when booking a full 6 week term of yoga classes.


07954 238 424
susan@formodernmothers.com
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We are delighted to offer a new weigh and play session at our Elvington and Flaxton nurseries!

This is a FREE drop-in session open to anyone in the community which will be starting on Tuesday 2nd of April 9.30-11am at Elvington and Friday 5th April 9.30-11 am at Flaxton weekly. It is the perfect opportunity to weigh your new baby, meet other new parents and gain support from our experienced team.

We look forward to welcoming you into one of these sessions. Sessions are drop in, no need to book. Open to all – you don’t have to have a child registered at a Little Green Rascals nursery.

More details on the poster below; if you have any questions please give us a call:

Elvington- 01904 566720
Flaxton – 01904 566740


01904 566720
contact@littlegreenrascals.co.uk
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“I’ve found the yoga itself incredibly rewarding and relaxing – but mainly I’m so grateful for your kindness and humour which has fostered a really welcoming environment. Thank you so much.”

Hello! I’m Lucy, a yoga and movement teacher in York and Selby. I lead the pre- and post-natal yoga classes at the beautiful Stables Yoga Centre in York; a special time you can set aside each week to be yourself, and focus on you and your baby.

Our weekly classes offer:

– A warm, friendly space without expectation or judgement;
– Movement to help you feel comfortable, strong and flexible;
– Breathing techniques to feel centred, grounded and calm;
– Gentle meditation to help you feel confident and relaxed;
– A kind, mama-centred community, sharing experiences together;
– A place to ask questions, feel valued and supported during the transitions and transformations of mothering;
– A space to stretch out, set down your worries and breathe a little deeper.

I am passionate about creating classes that offer you a place to feel at ease, space to unplug from everyday demands, and tune in… to you.

A place to stretch out, in every way.

You’d be so welcome to join us… you can try your first class for free!

Pregnancy:
Tuesdays, 7.30 – 9pm

Post Natal:
Mondays + Wednesdays, 11am – 12.30pm.

For all class details, including general classes in York + Selby visit my booking site here: www.bookwhen.com/lucycorballyyoga


lucycorbally@hotmail.com
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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
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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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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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Welcome to Rhythm Time, where little minds develop through our stimulating and fun music classes!

Here at Rhythm Time, our educational classes will help your little one’s development from birth to pre-school. Our specially created music-based activities will stimulate all their senses AND help develop their COMMUNICATION, SPEECH, CONFIDENCE, LITERACY, CONCENTRATION, PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT and SOCIAL SKILLS – all whilst having fun to music!

Join Rat-a-Tat and his friends Arabella, Melody & Carlos as they take you and your little one on a journey of fun & learning through hands-on musical activities.

We offer 30 minutes, age-specific musical sessions all cleverly designed to aid learning and development, PLUS with every class booking, you gain UNLIMITED classes in York, so you can go to as many classes as you want in the week!

Prices start from £6.50 for a trial class.

Venues:
Monday morning – Acomb Sports Club: Baby, Toddler and Pre-school classes
Tuesday morning – Clifton- Marjorie Waite Court Community Hall: Toddler and Baby classes
Wednesday morning – Burnholme Sports Centre: Baby, Toddler and Pre-school classes
Wednesday morning- Rufforth Village Institute: Baby and Toddler classes
Thursday morning- Murton Park (Yorkshire Museum of Farming): Baby and Toddler classes
Friday morning – Fulford Social Hall: Toddler class and Baby (starting 10th November)
Friday – Acomb Methodist Church: Young Baby, Baby, Toddler and Pre-school classes

Book via the website, or contact Tori either via email or WhatsApp (details below).


07751 768331
tori.r@rhythmtime.org
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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!

Feel uplifted and connected through singing together… and enjoying tea and cake!

We are a group focussed on women’s wellbeing. This is a rare group for women at all ages and stages who want the healing power of music and community in their life.

Why do we sing? Because it feels good! And there’s science behind it…studies have found that group singing lessens anxiety, eases postpartum depression and reduces stress hormones. Music making exercises the brain and body. It improves breathing, posture and muscle tension.

Children are very welcome and are able to witness their mum joyfully singing and soak up the magic, and sometimes join in too. We start with a simple warm up and then sing uplifting songs from all over the world! We create beautiful sounds and layer up our voices in harmony. You do not need any singing experience to join us! Parts are taught by ear and there is no pressure to join in, feel free to listen and be soothed by our voices.

‘I can’t sing’ voices welcome! We sing for connection, not perfection.

When:
Mondays (termtime): 9.30 – 11am, at Heworth Without Community Centre, Y031 0HQ.

Contact Jess to book!

💜First session free!💜

 


07511 887513
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Read more about the Singing Mamas movement here!

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

Singing in a group setting is so good for us. The benefits to our emotional, social and physical wellbeing are amazing. Tiny Toes Music is all about you and your little one singing and making music together in a fully inclusive, lively, fun and friendly community group setting and enjoying the many wonderful benefits to your wellbeing and your child’s development. It is suitable for babies from around 12 weeks old to preschool children, and suitable for growns ups of any age!

ALL the singing and music at Tiny Toes Music is LIVE! There is also a café afterwards with delicious cakes and drinks.

Where? The Gateway Centre in Acomb

When? Thursday morning, 10-11am

Cost? £6.50 per session to be paid online and in advance of a 6-week block. However, a PAYG option is available in some circumstances: shift work, difficulty making an upfront payment etc. Please contact Nicola for more information.


07725 534080
music@nicolabetts.co.uk
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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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York Mother Nurture recognises that pregnancy, childbirth and becoming a mother are some of the most profound and meaningful experiences of adulthood and we are passionate about supporting and nurturing women, educating and empowering them to have a positive experience. As well as ‘hands-on’ services such as specialist pregnancy and postnatal massage, head, neck and shoulder massage and collaborations to offer maternity reflexology and baby and toddler relaxology we offer online emotional and practical support and signposting, workshops and self-care advice. Please visit our website to find out more about our Honouring Motherhood events and day retreats

Michaela Scott who set up York Mother Nurture has been a Medical Herbalist for 12 years and a massage therapist for over 20 years.  She has specialist training in pregnancy massage and is a birth doula.

T: 07801 071641 (Michaela)


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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 Suzuki Early Childhood Education offers weekly music classes for children aged 0-3, with their caregiver. They are a chance to come together to celebrate the unlimited potential of every child. Our classes offer a calm, structured, nurturing space to engage with your little one through music.

The classes are run by trained SECE teacher, Laura Wingrove, who has over 10 years’ experience of teaching through the Suzuki method. Class sizes are small to allow each and every child to flourish and caregivers are supported at every stage of the journey. We use the beautiful SECE curriculum of nursery rhymes and action songs which is based on the teaching philosophy of renowned pedagogue Shinichi Suzuki. Although many musical concepts are mastered within the classes, it was not Suzuki’s primary aim to create master musicians, but rather ‘human beings with beautiful, harmonious minds and high sensitivity’. We believe that by using the highest quality musical instruments, children are given the earliest opportunity to appreciate beauty, to treat the instruments with respect, and to play them properly, creating a beautiful sound themselves.

Tuesday 9.45 – St Olave’s Church Hall, Marygate

Tuesday 11.00 – St Olave’s Church Hall, Marygate

Thursday 10.00 – Online, via Zoom


07877761936
laura.j.wingrove@gmail.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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Acomb Babies

Acomb Babies is a group run by Gateway Church for non-mobile babies and their parents/carers. Join us for an opportunity to meet and connect with other new parents.

The group is at the Gateway Centre on Monday mornings from 10.30-11.30am. No booking is necessary.

We are looking forward to meeting you and your baby!

The Gateway Centre, Front Street, York, YO24 3BZ

T: 01904 781983

Baby Signing Classes with Sarah-Jade

I run (BSL) baby signing classes in York suitable from newborn to pre-school age. York classes are held at Fulford Scout HQ, School Lane, Fulford YO10 4LS. On street parking available.

£5.50 per class at 10-11am on Monday mornings for baby signing and 11-12pm for toddlers signing.
Discounts available for siblings and childminders.

(Text only) 07447099065

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.

Birth and Baby School

Kayleigh Burton offers parenting courses, active antenatal classes, baby classes and postnatal classes in the East Leeds and Selby area.

Expectant and new parents come to my antenatal and baby classes from across the Leeds, York, Selby and Tadcaster area, including Garforth, Kippax, Sherburn, Hillam, Monk Fryston, Knottingley and more.

T: 07743 232656

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

Happy Jays – Messy Play Sessions

For under 2s. Every Tuesday in termtime from 9.30 to 10.30am. Starts 20th February 2024. FREE! This is a drop-in session open to all children under 2 (you don’t have to be registered at Happy Jays nursery to access this session).

Happy Jays, Audax Close, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 4RA
T: 01904 479261

Jess Evans Baby Massage

Baby Massage Courses in Strensall

👶 5 ⭐ rated course
👶 Soothe + settle your baby, helping them to relax + sleep better.
👶 Relieve the symptoms of wind, colic, constipation + teething
👶 Meet other mums for a cuppa + chat
Just some of the many benefits!

“It’s the best class I’ve been to!” – Jen

Message/WhatsApp Jess to learn more: 07824 485845

Mini Munchkins

Mini Munchkins provides calm and nurturing Beginners Baby Massage classes.
You will learn techniques to sooth and calm your baby. I also run Massage, Stretch and Play classes, a mix of baby massage, baby yoga, story massage and sensory play.
John Jeffrey Community Pavilion in Wigginton, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Group classes and 1:1 sessions.
Please see Facebook or booking page for more information.
Tel: 07810 543774 (Laura)

Mummy Junction

A place for new mums to learn, laugh and connect in a meaningful way. Weekly mum and baby (0-12months) classes offer new mums a unique opportunity to learn from local experts, sample products, take part in taster session and socialise with other mums at the same stage. In a fun, low pressure, inclusive environment.

Ready Steady Mums

Ready Steady Mums is a weekly walking group which meets on Thursdays at 10am by the bottom of millenium bridge for a walk by the river followed by a coffee in cycle heaven cafe. A friendly group and a great way to meet local mums and babies. All welcome!

Find us on facebook ‘York Ready Steady Mums’

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)

Sign and Speak – Makaton Signing for Babies and Toddlers

Starting Thursday 20th April 2023 from 9.30-10.30am.

Classes run in a 6 week block during term time at White Rose House, Wheldrake. We will learn Makaton Signs and Symbols through songs, stories and play.
Cost for the 6 week block is £55 and includes Makaton Signing for Babies and Toddlers handbook.
To book, please contact Emma on 07902 418289

Song Box music groups

Musical play groups designed for babies, toddlers and talkers, with their parent/carers, all playing together each at their own level, enjoying and supporting each other as valued individuals.

Tuesday mornings at The Avenues Childrens Centre, Tang Hall YO31 0UT

Thursday mornings Knavesmire Childrens Centre, YO23 1HY

Advance booking is required. £5/family. £2.50/family for low income.

4G Song Box visits to care homes: free sessions sharing musical fun and friendship with the residents, for babies, toddlers and talkers with their parent/carer.

Find out what Mumbler Rachel thought of the Song Box carehome class, when she went along with her son Zak.

“Honestly, this class was one of the best and most rewarding one I’ve been to! They all sing songs, have musical instruments and the bond between the children and the older residents is the cutest thing ever.

Some of these people may not have any family that visits so the joy that this class brings them is just the best thing. Another lady who joined us in the class had a little baby who didn’t have any grandparents, so she said it was a lovely way for him to interact with older people and it’s like he now has many grandparents, so you can see how everyone gets something out of it.

I will definitely be back and I’d urge anyone who is free to try out this Free class, it’s honestly the best and so rewarding!”

4G Song Box care home visits are FREE but families need to join the pool of interested families in advance.

The Little Gym Baby Hub and Coffee Morning

Open to members and non-members! Tuesdays 10.30am – 12pm (termtime).
For babies 0-12 months and their parents/carers to mingle, play with sensory toys and relax in a nurturing space. Please note: these sessions take place in our spacious seating area (rather than in the gym itself).  Free to attend, no booking necessary.

The Little Gym, 2nd floor, York Community Stadium, Monks Cross

The Place – Look, Say, Sing stay and play sessions

A collaboration between Early Talk for York and The Place.  Join us every Tuesday from 10am to 11.30am for a fun-filled morning of bonding, learning and playtime for you and your little ones aged 0-2 years.

Look, say, sing and stay with us as we explore interactive activities designed to stimulate your child’s development and enhance your parent-child connection.

Sanderson House, Bramham Road, Acomb. T: 01904 352748

💜 FREE GROUP 💜

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

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.

Zumbini with Ali

Movement, music and singing class for 0-4 year olds and their caregiver created by Zumba & Babyfirst.

Mondays 9:30am – 10:15am Heslington Meeting Rooms,  YO10 5EB

Price: £6.50 per single class
£6.00 per class for block bookings

T: 07709 527469

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