At award winning ARTventurers we run colourful, creative (often messy!) art, craft and creative play sessions for babies, toddlers and children as well as holiday classes and workshops, fantastic creative birthday parties, after school clubs and other events for children of all ages.
Tuesday: Little ARTventurers (18m-4yrs) 10-11am Leos Rgby Club, Crag lane. Alwoodley, LS17 5PR
Friday: Little ARTventurers (18m-4yrs) 10-11am, baby ARTventurers (6m-18m) 11.30am- 12.15pm Adel & Ireland Wood Community Association,
Classes suitable for children from 6 months – 4 years.
Run weekend and school holiday specials for school aged children, check the website for specific events.
Read a review of Mumbler’s visit to ARTventurers here.
Please visit the website for more details on sessions and school holiday workshops.
Whilst we can’t meet in person why not get your weekly arty and creative fix from us with our ARTventurers At Home packs? We’ve adapted our award-winning art classes for children so that you can still make painty memories with your little artists but from the comfort of your own homes!
Choose either the Baby ARTventurers (6m-18m) or Little ARTventurers (18m – 4yrs) sessions when booking and you’ll receive an exciting pack containing everything you need (including paint, glue and glitter) for our 5 week term. I’ll be posting videos in our private Facebook group every week to guide you through everything so that you and your little one can get the maximum benefit out of the activities. You will also be able to share your child’s creations, chat with other parents, and get more tips within the group each week.
The beauty of these sessions if that you can watch my videos at any time during the week at a time to suit you and your little one and the activities are great to get all of the family involved too! You could even spread the activities out over the week- it’s always great to have these kind of things up your sleeve!
We have five creative sessions planned for our Spring Term including an Underwater Adventure, Mother’s Day and Easter as well as our special showstopper which we’ll be working on each week.
You’ll need some painting tools to complete the activities at home, which you could can easily pick up your local shops or use items you already have or you can order our ‘My Painting Tools Pack‘ which provides you with a fabulous selection of different, age-appropriate tools for your child to explore.
All this is just £35 including free delivery to west Leeds postcodes
If you live outside the LS postcode or have any other questions, just drop me a message on gillwood@artventurers.co.uk.
To book on our term click here
07786994331 gillwood@artventurers.co.uk
For more information visit the website or find us on Facebook
Phone: Gill 07786994331
Our combined massage and yoga classes are a wonderful experience for both parent and baby offering a special time for you to lovingly communicate through nurturing touch.
Our relaxed and friendly sessions are a gentle combination of traditional Indian and Swedish massage strokes, reflexology and adapted baby yoga. There’s also lots of singing and some gentle sensory play too!
As well as being a fantastic way to bond, classes aid your little one’s brain development, strengthen and tone muscles and help to develop balance and co-ordination.
Regular infant massage and baby yoga practice can also:
All classes are completely baby led and offer parents a fantastic opportunity to socialise.
Current Class Timetable
Learn how to harness the soothing, nurturing power of massage at our baby massage classes in Harrogate, Guiseley and Wetherby.
In addition to helping you and your baby relax, massage is a great way to relieve common ailments like wind, colic and constipation and helping you and your baby to sleep. Baby massage can also provide a real neurological boost to your baby, helping to promote brain development, whilst strengthening the parent/baby bond.
Over the four-week course, you’ll learn the best ways to massage your baby, including a range of strokes, when to massage, how long to massage for, and how to adapt your massage to meet the needs of your baby.
Group baby classes are open to parents of babies aged 6 weeks to 7 months (crawling) – and are held at Wetherby, and Nuffield Health in Harrogate and Guiseley. For each class, you’ll need to bring your own cushion and towel. Massage oil and a baby massage guide will be provided. You can also book virtual classes and home tuition, available across North Leeds and Harrogate.
For more details on all classes please visit the Blooming Babies website
LOCKDOWN 3 UPDATE: JOIN DANCING TOTS AT DANCINGOTSLEEDS@SKY.COM OR SARAH ON 07796 135 199 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO TRY A RECORDED CLASS FOR JUST £3.25 A WEEK. LOTS OF DANCING, SHAKING, MAKING NOISE AND HAVING FUN!
Lively, exciting, funky toddler dance, movement and music classes for 18 month to 5 year olds with lots of props, flash cards, lights, bubbles and most of all fun!
The classes are devised to improve listening, self-control, gross and fine motor skills and confidence. With a different theme every half term the little ones are always kept on their toes with exciting new dances, songs, movement and creative props. We not only dance, we learn how to throw, kick, catch, jump, balance and play lots of games. Children are also encouraged to dance independently so don’t worry if they want to do their own thing!
Dancing Tots will give you the opportunity to meet other adults and children and also to enjoy precious time bonding with your little ones. Adults are encouraged to join in and often find the class just as enjoyable as the little ones. No need to exercise after a Dancing Tots workout !
Taster sessions are available on Monday’s and Friday’s. Class numbers are reduced so book ASAP!
Read our Mumbler review of a Dancing Tots Summer Special here (August 2020).
Monday, Friday at Alwoodley Community Association, 10am
Tuesday at St Matthew’s Church Hall, Chapel Allerton, 10am
Last Saturday of the month at St Matthew’s Church Hall, Chapel Allerton, 10.30am
The best introduction to football training for 3-4 year olds
Parents, we know how hard it can be to find an activity to keep your little-ones active, engaged and learning something new.
That’s why we started Foot-Tech First Touch…
After years of coaching football, we developed a curriculum specific to toddlers, pre-schoolers and reception children.
The sessions are 30 minutes long and guarantee:
It’s the perfect intro to football training and helps them gain the skills to give them a massive head start for the future.
We are outdoors all year-round as we believe getting children outside and active is one of the best things for their well-being, as well as helping them to build resilience in the early years to help them later in life.
Our coaches are some of the most engaging and knowledgeable people you could ever wish to meet.
They’ll guide your child through the first steps of their football journey and help them move onto our full 1-hour sessions once they are ready.
Want to try a free taster session?
You can choose from:
John Smeaton Leisure Centre, LS15 8TA: Wednesdays 5pm-5:30pm/ Fridays 5pm-5:30pm
Funky Jives classes are fun movement to music and dance sessions using a variety of dance props (pom poms, scarves, ribbons, maracas, handbells and hoops). We also enjoy parachute and bubble fun at the end of the children’s sessions.
Welcome to Kinetic Tennis. Our growing network of coaching programmes provides a quality and enjoyable tennis experience to hundreds of children and adults across Leeds and Bradford. 
Kinetic Tennis Operating at Almscliffe Tennis Club
At Almscliffe TC we run a comprehensive coaching programme catering for beginner players through to performance players. Sessions are hosted on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, with Family Fun sessions available on a Saturday. We also have the availability of private and semi-private sessions which are £25 per hour or £15 per half an hour.
Kinetic Tennis Operating at Alwoodley Tennis Club
At Alwoodley TC we run a comprehensive coaching programme catering for beginner players through to performance players. Sessions are hosted on Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Sessions are £6 each. We also have the availability of private and semi-private sessions which are £25 per hour or £15 per half an hour.
Kinetic Tennis Operating at Bramhope Tennis Club
At Bramhope TC we run a comprehensive coaching programme catering for beginner players through to performance players. Sessions are hosted on Sundays. Sessions are £6 each. We also have the availability of private and semi-private sessions which are £25 per hour or £15 per half an hour.
Kinetic Tennis Operating at Pool-in-Wharfedale Tennis Club
At Pool TC we run a comprehensive coaching programme catering for beginner players through to performance players. Sessions are hosted on Saturdays in Summer and winter as well as Thursdays in Summer. Sessions are £6 each. We also have the availability of private and semi-private sessions which are £25 per hour or £15 per half an hour.
Mini Maracas provide Baby, Toddler and Preschooler classes through the Baby Massage course and Music and Movement program in North Leeds.
The Music and Movement classes are suitable for children aged 6 months to preschoolers. The 40 minute classes are fun, relaxed and educational. During the classes you will enjoy music through singing, dancing, and playing percussion instruments.
The classes are designed around the National Curriculum’s Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). The classes will contribute to the development of your child’s communication skills, numeracy skills, physical capability, and social & emotional development.
The Baby Massage course is suitable for babies aged around 6 weeks to crawling. Your baby massage instructor is qualified and registered with the International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) which is accredited by the Royal College of Midwives.
The course combines traditional Indian and Swedish massage strokes, reflexology and yoga.
During the course your instructor will demonstrate on Alice (a doll!). You will receive a 50ml bottle of massage oil, an instruction booklet and Certificate of Attendance for your keepsake box!
We are Covid-19 secure.
The classes are a great opportunity for you to meet new people and make friends!
Classes run at:
Monday – The Grove Centre, New Street, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 4BH
Tuesday – Youth Centre, St Michael and All Angels, St Michael’s Road, Headingley, Leeds, LS6
Wednesday -The Stables, St John the Baptist, Back Church Lane, Adel, Leeds, LS16 8DW.
Class sizes are limited so book your place now to avoid disappointment.
Mini Professors is the first science program that has been designed specifically for preschool children!!
Our 40-minute STEM-themed sessions make science fun and enjoyable for pre-school children. With 80 different topics spanning 2 years, your child will learn something new every week ranging from germs to chromatography or making clouds, as well as all-time favourites such as dinosaurs and space. Not to mention sharing, taking turns and developing their motor skills, ready for pre-school and school!
Each session has 2 hands-on experiments, a story and a 2-minute video about the topic of the day. It’s lots of fun and there is often a ‘I didn’t know that!’ moment for the parents too!
Monday: Holy Trinity Community Hall, Meanwood, LS6 4LF
· Ages 2-5 years: 9:45am – 10:25am
Friday: Roundhay Scout and Guide Hut, Roundhay, LS8 1JN
· Ages 2-5 years: 9:45am-10.25am
Saturday: Leeds WOW Centre, Holbeck, LS11
· Ages 3-7 years: 9:30am- 10.10am Read our Mumbler review HERE For more details and to book visit the website
Moo Music Leeds run interactive, multisensory, music sessions for babies and children under 5 with their parents, grandparents or carers too. The children sing, dance, play, learn and have fun. Music is an essential part of every child’s development and each week we explore the music with sensory activities, signing, props and instruments to a new and exciting theme.
With 125+ original, upbeat, fun and educational Moo Music songs, written by a professional songwriter, we guarantee you’ll be singing along all week! The interactive sessions will help your child gain confidence and develop memory, language and coordination skills in an exciting, enjoyable and multi-sensory way. It’s a great way to make new friends – both for the children and the adults too!
The newest addition to our line-up, Baby Massage is all about nurturing a wonderful bond with your newborn. Designed for babies not yet crawling, our qualified Farmers will show you how to massage your baby confidently so that you can continue with it at home.
Classes in: Adel, Alwoodley, Scarcroft, Oulton, Menston, Otley and Ilkley with more areas planned in the near future!
Age Range and classes:
*Read Mumblers review of Moo Music here*
For more information, please get in touch with ‘Farmer Caroline’ caroline@moo-music.co.uk or 07932501904
Are you a new parent and love the outdoors?
Join our baby walking group for no-commitment and (very) informal meet-ups with other new parents! We’re a group of like-minded parents who arrange times to walk around Leeds, Harrogate and Wakefield, including a mixture of buggy and sling walks.
Please note- we meet as friends to walk and talk! We don’t have training and are not insured, we just like to get together and walk!!
To find out more, join the Facebook group here .
MUMMY MEET-UPs, supportive 6 weekly discussion group meet-ups for new Mums.
Becoming a new Mum is an incredible, yet intense time.
Meet other Mums at a similar stage in motherhood. Weekly supportive, socially distanced discussion groups. Baby’s needs are of course always cared for, but the focus here is also on Mum wellbeing.
This course of 6 weekly get-togethers is for all new Mums out there. Our sessions are relaxed and informal with zero pressure for you (or baby!) to conform. We focus on creating non-judgmental, relaxed space to discuss all things motherhood. Never before has having a new baby been so isolating, we are here to support you.
Discussions revolve around the Mums who attend; conversations will go where they need to go… but we also have some hugely beneficial new motherhood insights to share. Topics include the truth about baby brain, expectation versus reality, mum-guilt, building your village of support and importance of postpartum nourishment (full list can be found on our website).
Participants will also be gifted access to our recorded ‘on-demand’ baby massage course to watch at home.
Read the Mumbler review of Mummy Me Time here.
Classes are taught in Collingham, near Wetherby
Thursdays (Leeds school term time only) 11am-12noon and 12.30pm-13.30pm
Course suitable for Mums with babies from birth to crawling.
Instructor is Maternal Wellness Educator and Postpartum Support Professional, Certified Infant Massage Instructor (through IAIM, which is accredited by the Royal College of Midwives) and Reflexologist.
BABY MASSAGE, learn to massage and soothe your baby over this 6 week course.
Incorporating baby massage, reflexology, relaxation and mum wellbeing; our classes are different to others out there.
They are designed with needs of baby AND mum in mind… No rushing you before or after! No pressure to keep baby quiet, wake them up or rush a feed! If it’s not the right time for baby… relax, do what you need to do to pacify them, sit, watch and enjoy the company of other Mums.
There is always plenty of time to catch up, plus you will be given access to our recorded ‘on-demand’ course to watch and gain confidence with moves at home.
(We all know the feeling of thinking that our baby has the loudest cry! This is one class that you will never need to worry about it).
As well as your massage content, there is always time for Mum discussion too. Building your village of support and feeling you are not alone during the transition to motherhood is a huge contributor towards being a happy, healthy Mum.
Classes are taught in Collingham, near Wetherby
Thursdays (Leeds school term time only) 11am-12noon and 12.30pm-13.30pm
We can massage earlier, but optimal age of baby is between 6 weeks to crawling.
Massage oil, massage stroke handout and ‘on-demand’ video lessons included.
Instructor qualified Reflexologist, Postpartum Support Professional and Certified Infant Massage Instructor (through IAIM, which is accredited by the Royal College of Midwives).
Rhythm Time Leeds award-winning, multi-sensory musical Young Baby Courses are suitable from birth to 6 months old.
These fabulous courses are created specifically to help your newborn’s early development. It is perfect for babies that are only a few weeks old.
Carers and babies will enjoy 30 minutes of fun, multi-sensory musical activities that will help develop all of your young baby’s senses. You’ll learn how to stimulate their vision and hearing, promote deeper sleep, improve muscle tone and flexibility, and introduce them to ‘tummy time’
For more details on class timings visit the website
Places are limited and booking is essential.
Our theatre school is a friendly, fun and dynamic place to be, your child will be encouraged to play a major part in the creative process contributing ideas and making decisions about their work. Your child’s voice is important to us, including the shy and the confident alike, we will help you to build their confidence and character for whatever career the future holds. At Northern Arts Factory we are far removed from any notions of stardom or celebrity, your child’s happiness is at the heart of what we do.
Dance Classes consist of technique classes developing core physical skills, strength, stamina, flexibility and co-ordination. A range of dance styles will be explored including: contemporary, street, jazz and musical theatre.
Drama Classes consist of workshops to develop communication skills, co-operation, concentration and memory. A range of genres will be explored including: mime, improvisation, script, musical theatre and devising.
Mini Performing Arts Classes take children on a weekly adventure to a magical land developing their imagination and nurturing creativity. Using puppetry, movement, music, mime and vocal exercises children develop their communication, listening and physical skills whilst being entertained and having lots of sensory fun!
Climb aboard the Number Train as it takes your preschool child on a different journey of discovery each week. Help your child to prepare for school and enjoy watching them as they roar like a dinosaur, travel into Space, meet some pirates, go shopping in the silly supermarket, visit the zoo … and SO much more!
These fast paced, action packed sessions have a different theme each week and are designed to be FUN and educational. Watch your child grow in confidence as they take part in fun activities, games, action songs, turn-taking and art & craft – all of which have an underlying focus on maths!
Your child + Number Train = Confidence in maths
Classes will be held during term time only.
Monday: 10am, 11.30am and 1.30pm at Horsforth St James’ Parish Centre. (Off Low Lane) LS18 5QW
Tuesday: 1.30pm Horsforth at Horsforth St James’ Parish Centre. (Off Low Lane) LS18 5QW
Wednesday: 1.30pm at Horsforth St James’ Parish Centre. (Off Low Lane) LS18 5QW
Thursday: 10am & 11.30am at Oakwood Church, Springwood Road, LS8 2QA
Friday: 10am and 11.30am at Oakwood Church, Springwood Road, LS8 2QA
******Places are limited to 10 children per session (plus younger siblings) so get in touch to book your place now!**************
There is an option to attend a FREE trial for any new children. For more information visit www.numbertrain.co.uk and like the Number Train Facebook page for regular updates/ ideas.
Number Train is rated 5 stars and 100% of parents surveyed would recommend the class to others
Pyjama Drama delivers drama and play classes for babies and children up to 7 years. Play is an essential part of childhood. It develops skills that stay with us for life, and here at Pyjama Drama we’re experts in play! Our classes develop communication and language skills, concentration, social and motor skills, all whilst igniting the imagination! Children are led through magical adventures which allow them to learn about the world in which they live, develop essential life skills, make friends and have fun.
TUESDAY: Oakwood Church, Springwood Road, 1.50pm (2-4 years)
Rhythm Time offers quality, fun music courses created to enhance and nurture your child’s development. The classes provide complete continuity for your little one from birth until school age. Watch your little one grow, and develop in confidence, creativity, listening skills, language, numeracy and co-ordination. Rhythm Time have been awarded the gold accreditation from the Children’s Activities Association which means we meet the highest standards in our industry.
Young Baby Course (Newborn – 6 months)– If you have a newborn baby under 6 months, this is a fabulous course created specifically to enhance their early development. In their first few months, your baby’s main neural pathways are formed in their brain. So this is the perfect time to help stimulate all their senses with our fun, multi-sensory sessions.
Baby (0 – 14 mths) Our activities help your baby’s speech, language, sense of balance and development of their inner ear. You’ll enjoy our catchy tunes as you have fun together exploring instruments and sensory equipment.
Toddlers (15 mths – 3 years) your little one will love these fun classes where we help to develop their listening skills and improve concentration. Motor skills will be strengthened by using our lovely instruments, and their language will develop through singing and simple songs.
Pre-school (3 – 5 years) Your pre-schooler will learn to conduct, listen, and compose through games and fun activities.
Mon: Roundhay, Seacroft & Pudsey, Tues: Scholes, Weds: Chapel Allerton & Horsforth, Thurs: Scholes, Fri: Alwoodley & Horsforth
For the full timetable click here.
**FREE Taster sessions available, please email james@rugbytots.co.uk for locations and times and to book on.
Fun, structured play sessions take children on a journey of sporting imagination with engaging and energetic coaches supporting them every step of the way whilst teaching how to catch, pass, kick, run with the ball and play as part of a team. Deliver a specifically designed programme for each age group with energy, enthusiasm and excitement.
“Be prepared to run across the jungle, wade through the quick sand or sprint through Rugbytots Valley avoiding all the smoking boulders.”
Age 2 – 3.5: Youngest classes require full parent participation and offer a fantastic opportunity to spend quality time with your child whilst they learn new skills, meet new friends and have an exciting introduction to Rugby.
Age 3.5 – 5: These classes do not require full parent participation. Your Rugbytot will be part of a dynamic session that will develop their social and physical skills in a positive environment.
Age 5 -7: Older age group classes really start to prepare children for life after Rugbytots. The same structure is followed but these sessions involve advanced team games and ensure that the basic skills of rugby are coached in the right way by maintaining small class numbers.
Autumn Term Sessions Starting from 6th September 2020
MONDAY: Shadwell Cricket Club (outside)/Bardsey Village Hall
TUESDAY: St Edmunds Church Hall, Roundhay
FRIDAY: Shadwell Cricket Club (outside)/Bramhope Robert Craven Hall
SATURDAY: Carr Manor Community High School (outside)/or Alwoodley Primary School, Alwoodley Primary School (outside)/Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall, Tadcaster Grammar School or Riverside Primary School (outside, inside when allowed), Crawshaw Academy Pudsey (outside, inside when allowed)
SUNDAY: Fives Football Centre (Seacroft), John Smeaton Leisure Centre, Moorlands School, Headingley (outside, inside when allowed)
Read our Mumbler review of Rugby Tots Classes here.
Click here to book a class or contact Coach James on 0345 313 2948
At Shake Rattle & Boogie we provide exciting weekly dance and music classes for 0-5 year olds.
We also provide unique party experiences for children for any occasion including birthday’s, Christening’s and other special events.
We work in schools and nurseries right through the academic year focusing on getting active, creativity in the curriculum as well as running after school clubs. Shake Rattle & Boogie won ‘best for getting children active’ in the 2018 Hoop Awards and Kimberley also won ‘Hoop Hero’ for inspiring children.
If you are looking for a class that is full of energy and lots of fun then Shake Rattle & Boogie is definitely for you!
Weekly Class Schedule:
Monday: Caverley Methodist Church – 10am & 11:15am
Tuesday: Studio Sixteen, Adel – 10am & 11.15am
Wednesday: The Old Kings Arms, Horsforth -9.30am & 11am
Friday: The Old Kings Arms, Horsforth – 9.45am & 11am
For more information and to book call Kimberley on 07984 158281 or email info@shakerattleandboogie.com
Baby signing is a fantastic skill to learn with your little one, enabling you to communicate with each other from an early age and encourage their social development.
Our great fun, music based classes support your family, as you discover the benefits for yourself!
Sing and Sign Babes is a gentle 5 week music and sensory course with an emphasis on communication. Suitable from birth to 6 months. This lovely class explores eye contact, gesture, and anticipation, together with lots of cuddles, tickles and some simple signs. All building the framework for communication, brought to you using our magic ingredient – music!
The Stage 1 course introduces 6-14 month olds, and their families, to the wonders of baby signing. Over 100 signs are covered in the 10 week course, relating to daily routines (like meal times, getting changed, bedtime etc), animals, vehicles and lots more.
The Stage 2 course gives 14-30 month olds, and their families, the opportunity to enjoy more complex topics, with more physical exertion! More animals to encounter, colours to explore, and lots of weather conditions to experience over the 10 weeks! As children develop speech, having the support of a physical gesture alongside emerging words, makes it much less frustrating for everyone!
The Little Gym of Leeds offers progressively structured classes and a positive learning environment to create opportunities for your child to try new things and build self-confidence, all with a grin that stretches from ear to ear. Trained instructors nurture happy, confident kids through a range of classes like parent/child classes and gymnastics, plus fun extras like parties, camps and more.
Classes start from 4th months old.
7th September 2020 – 18th July 2021 Class Schedule
Unit H, Moor Allerton Centre, LS17 5NY
‘TinyBeats is a magnificent, musical wonderland which takes you and your toddler and/or baby on an imaginative, interactive journey every week! With three development appropriate classes to choose from catering for all your baby and/or toddlers needs. Each week visits a new and exciting theme from swimming in the deep blue sea to dancing with dinosaurs. TinyBeats uses upbeat, specifically tailored music alongside exciting resources to give your child an interactive and entertaining experience. For more information or to book please visit www.tinybeats.co.uk
Thursdays: Jubilee Room, Boston Spa Village Hall, High Street Boston Spa LS23 6AA
Fridays: Uniform Room, Newman Centre, Station Road, Crossgates, LS15 7JY
BuddyBeats – Walking to Pre-School – Morning: 10:00am-10:45am
LittleBeats – Sitting to Walking Confidently: 11:15am-12.00pm
BabyBeats – Newborn to Sitting: 12:45pm-1.30pm
BuddyBeats – Walking to Pre-School – Afternoon: 2:00pm-2:45pm
Franchise opportunities also available.
Toddler Sense is the next step from national award-winning BABY SENSORY. It offers multi-sensory, developmental adventures, including a Toddler Party, a Train themed session and an exciting space themed session this term. Classes that your toddler and you will love and have been planned by early-years experts to engage and amaze.
Monday: Adel War Memorial Sports and Social Club, LS16 8DE
Wednesday: Robert Craven Hall, Old Lane Bramhope, LS16 9AZ
Friday: TBC
To book your place on any of the classes, click here
Read our Mumbler review of Toddler Sense here.
AVAILABLE FOR BIRTHDAY PARTIES! Lots of different themes to choose from, exciting soft play elements teamed with fun activities to get the party in full swing! Please email northleeds@toddlersense.co.uk for more information or to book on to a session visit www.toddlersense.com/northleeds/
Pride themselves in the quality of teaching, concentrating on correct technique, ensuring swimmers swim confidently and with ease.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday evenings and Sunday at Moorlands School (LS16)
Tel: Natalie 07813 661528.
Preschool dance classes for children aged 9 months – 6 years – fun and informal dance classes, teaching the basics of ballet.
Classes run: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Face-to-face classes coming soon. Check their website for details on ages, times and availability.
Tel: 07702 965932
Award-winning, sensory-rich development classes designed to support you and your baby from birth. Regular exposure to an incredible range of sounds, smells, sights, textures, music, dance, signing and massage all help rapidly develop the brain in your baby’s first year. We’ve done the research; so you can enjoy the fun…
Contact http://www.babysensory.com/en/classdetails/north-leeds
Baby swimming with Water Babies is an exciting, enriching experience for both you and your little one. Not only does it teach vital life skills, but it also enhances the way babies and toddlers learn other skills, too.
Contact 01943 862802 or email horseyhorsey@waterbabies.co.uk
Safe & fun football training sessions for pre-schoolers improving their game & their character.
Run by PE school teacher & FA qualified football coach Dominic Noteman, the sessions are designed for 2 to 4 year olds to teach them basic football skills with an emphasis on team play plus building their confidence.
Pre-schoolers – Thursday’s 10:45-11:30
Walking football – Wednesdays 11:30-12:30
First trial session free of charge.
Meanwood Community Centre, Stainbeck Avenue, LS7 2QU. Tel: 07835 774387
Bubbles Swim School runs swimming lessons for children aged 2 upwards across 5 different venues in Leeds. All of our instructors are Level 2 qualified, hold a current life saving qualification and have DBS and safeguarding training ensuring your children are always in safe hands. Small swim classes with water based instructors ensure children get the most out of every lesson and make excellent progress whilst having lots of fun.
For more information or to book a place please contact info@bubblesswimschoolleeds.co.uk
COVID Update: All classes remain virtual for the foreseeable.
Offer a timetable of postnatal classes and meetup’s for mums and babies across West Leeds. Some classes are FREE. Led by two midwives. Includes fitness classes, aqua natal and coffee mornings.
See Facebook page and website for full timetable.
Call Sharon: 07905 143835 or Shelly: 07950 401713
September 2020 Timetable Coming Soon
Manor Wood Children’s Centre, Carr Manor Rd, Leeds LS17 5DJ. Tel: 0113 269 3515
Parent and toddler sessions are for toddlers to grow in confidence, and have lots of fun!
Parents must accompany the toddlers in the arena, instructors are on-hand throughout the session.
Monday – Friday 1pm -3pm, term time only. Recommended age 2.5- 4 years.
Saturday – Family Toddler Sessions, 10am. Other family members over the age of 4 can climb in these session too.
Pre-booking required.
Unit 3, Tristram Centre, Gelderd Road, LS12 6BF. Tel: 0113 245 8723
Dancebugs is a great introduction to dance, using stories and imagination the children learn fundamental skills. Balance, co-ordination and rhythm are all learnt in a fun based class. The class is a stepping stone to all other types of dance e.g ballet, tap and street dance.
Age range is from 3 to school age. First class is a free trial. Firtree Lane, Harrogate Road, Moortown, Leeds LS17 3EU.
Dancing Dotty introduces basic dance movement to pre-school children from the age of 18 months.
Taught by qualified dance teacher Nichola, classes are tailored at helping children develop their motoring and listening skills, whilst gently encouraging them to be more confident and develop their social skills in a safe and fun environment.
Classes are held at Cottonbudz in Rodley on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.
Tel: 07949 869877
A friendly fun dance school offering expert tuition in ballet, tap, modern, musical theatre, cheerleading and commercial dance. Children taught from age 2 upwards. Believe that all students, irrespective of initial ability, should be given the opportunity to grow and develop.
Classes run: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
Alwoodley Park Methodist Church. Tel: 0113 217 6873
Children and young people from 4 years old are offered classes in Ballet, Musical Theatre Dance, Tap Modern Jazz and Contemporary Dance. Ballet, Modern and Tap classes from Primary upwards follow the ISTD syllabus. Students are offered the opportunity to take formal exams or just dance for fun!
Classes run: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
The Workhouse Fitness Club, Springfield Commercial Centre, Pudsey LS28 5LY. Tel: 07772 284827
Updated Sep 2020
Spanish lessons for children from age 4+ and adults at venues across North Leeds.
Classes for all levels.
Tel: 07735 544247
Elevations Academy hosts over 50 classes every week for Children and Adults including: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Musical Theatre, Contemporary, Cheerleading, Break Dance, Jazz, Gymnastics, Street Dance.
The school is fully registered with the Royal Academy of Dance and the International Dance Teachers Association. Students have the option of taking yearly examinations.
Classes run: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Chapel Allerton. Tel: 07790 225385
Sporty Tots classes are for ALL pre-school children aged 2-5 years old. Weekly sessions are built around attainable targets which encourage your child to improve their sports techniques and develop their motor skills within a pressure free environment. We believe children learn best with a smile on their face so every session is packed full with positivity and laughter to encourage the development of their social skills too.
*FREE TASTER CLASSES IN ALL SUBJECTS*
Providing fun & friendly dance classes for the wonderful people of Roundhay & surrounding areas since 2003.
Ballet/Tap – Modern Jazz/Contemporary/Lyrical – Freestyle Disco/Street Dance – Cheerleading – Boys Street Dance – Adult Tap – Tiny Tots Ballet/Tap/Boogie. From 2 years+.
Classes: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.
St. Edmund’s Church Hall, Footloose Studios, Roundhay Tel: 07746 010376
COVID Update: venues TBC for September 2020. Online subscription available.
The Fun and Phonics program introduces your child, to the first phase of letters and sounds, in a fun relaxed environment. Sessions include music, movement, rhythm, rhyme, games, crafts and multi-sensory activities.
Trail sessions available, Suitable for children 2 – 5 years.
Monday: The Grove, Horsforth
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: Little Bees Play and Party, Seacroft
Wednesday: Jackaboos, Farsley
Tel: 07845 454585
COVID Update; Classes still TBC for September 2020
Classes are split into two different types; Gym-Minis (Adult & Child – from walking), and Gymikins (Independent 3+ years). Classes involve a combination of exploratory play and structured activities to develop both gross and fine motor skills, as well as social interaction and communication. Each class has specialist pre-school gymnastics apparatus and soft play equipment. For more details contact the relevant centre.
Kirkstall Leisure Centre – 0113 3782086
Holt Park Leisure Centre – 0113 378 1301
Scott Hall Leisure Centre – 0113 378 1285
John Smeaton Leisure Centre – 0113 378 2280
Fearnville Leisure Centre – 0113 378 1260
COVID Update; Classes still TBC for September 2020
Classes are split into two different types; Gym-Minis (Adult & Child – from walking), and Gymikins (Independent 3+ years). Classes involve a combination of exploratory play and structured activities to develop both gross and fine motor skills, as well as social interaction and communication. Each class has specialist pre-school gymnastics apparatus and soft play equipment. For more details contact the relevant centre.
Kirkstall Leisure Centre – 0113 3782086
Holt Park Leisure Centre – 0113 378 1301
Scott Hall Leisure Centre – 0113 378 1285
John Smeaton Leisure Centre – 0113 378 2280
Fearnville Leisure Centre – 0113 378 1260
A family run school offering Ballet, Tap, Pointe and Jazz to children 3+.
COVID Update: locations for September 2020 TBC
Monday, Thursday, Saturday at Weetwood Primary School
Monday, Tuesday, Saturday at Adel & Ireland Wood Centre
Wednesday, Pre School Class at Adel & Ireland Wood Centre (Pay as you go)
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday at St Stephens Church Hall, Alwoodley
Tel: 0113 274 8404
COVID Update; Classes still TBC for September 2020
Weekly classes include:
Visit active.leeds.gov.uk for more details and the full timetable.
Holtdale Approach, Leeds LS16 7RX. Tel: 0113 378 1301
COVID Update: sessions to potentially re-start in September. Check Facebook page for updates
Bring your little ones to one of our special “Tots & Pots” sessions! Pre-school children can come in for a morning of singing, a story, a snack and then a fun session painting a piece of pottery from the story.
Check Facebook page for monthly sessions. Booking required.
Jackrabbits Pottery, 633a Roundhay Road, LS8 4BA. Tel: 0113 318 9315
COVID Update: numbers are restricted, and chairs and tables have been incorporated to enable parents to watch from a seated area.
Junior Kitchen teach, make, bake and decorate with children to create fun but educational cooking workshops.
Junior Kitchen is Open for Bookings: Parties, Tots, One on One, Weekend Baking, Schools, Clubs, Team Building, Cooking Lessons, Baking Lessons. Or Pop in midweek for a Coffee & Cake at the new Bakery and cake stand.
All bookings can be made via website: www.juniorkitchen.co.uk
1D Albion Street, Morley, LS27 8DT. 0113 253 7161
COVID Update; Classes still TBC for September 2020
Weekly classes include:
Visit https://active.leeds.gov.uk/ for more details
Kirkstall Leisure Centre, Kirkstall Lane, LS5 3BE. Tel: 0113 378 3086
Monday-Friday 9am – 10am – Parent & Toddlers. The sessions are ‘pay as you come’, over 1 years old.
Monday – Friday: Pre-school. Crazy Caterpillars (Walking-3yrs)
Monday – Friday: Pre-school, Groovy Grasshoppers (3+yrs)
Monday- Saturday: General Gymnastics for KS1
Monday- Saturday: General Gymnastics for KS2
For space availability call 0113 2656 662 from 9am on the 1st of each month.
Limewood Road Seacroft Leeds LS14 1AB
COVID Update: classes will be online in September, with face-to-face classes TBC whilst Children’s Centres remain closed.
Loving Baby Massage courses are sociable, relaxed and fun. Having a relaxed and informal environment is hugely important, meaning that all baby behaviour is welcome, no matter how unpredictable! Courses run for 4-5 weeks, lasting an hour. Private sessions also available.
Monday & Wednesday: Horsforth Children’s Centre
Tuesday: Moortown Children’s Centre
Wednesday: Headingley Children’s Centre
Thursday at The School of Philosophy & Alwoodley Childrens Centre
Tel Catherine 07825 299390.
Meet new mums, get active and walk your way to a healthier lifestyle.
A fun and friendly walk for mums and children in pushchairs. Walks are free of charge and last about 45 minutes followed by refreshments inside the cafe.
Every Monday, 10am-11am meeting outside the John Smeaton Leisure Centre.
Smeaton Approach, Leeds LS15 8TA. Tel: 07891 276443
Sensory, play-based music and singing classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
At a Music Bugs class children do what they do best – singing, exploring, finding their rhythm and making friends.
Monday Alwoodley & Roundhay
Tuesday Horsforth
Wednesday Horsforth & Meanwood Community Centre
Thursday Alwoodley, Moortown & Otley
Friday Headingley
Class times vary by age group, contact Vicky on 0844 578 1043
COVID-19 Update: After five months of successful online lessons we are all set up to start face to face lessons again from September, ensuring excellent social distancing and safety for our students and families.
PJC Music School is run by Phillippa Jade Cairns; a classically trained musician and Head of Music at Horsforth Secondary School.
Their ‘Young Beginners’ Programme teaches Piano, Voice and Music Theory to students aged 3-14 years. The fun and engaging group-based learning style results in faster progress, improved confidence and increased resilience.
Open 7 days a week; The Play Lounge is open for private bookings only. And Baby Café open exclusively for babies 0-6months on Thursdays from 2-4pm (pre-bookable only).
Rhyme to the Rhythm Music Classes for babies (9 months+) and pre-schoolers at The Little Bookshop, Chapel Allerton.
Classes last 35 minutes and follow a different educational theme each week and use a selection of percussion instruments on a rotation.
Monday, Wednesday, 9.45am during term time.
For more information please contact Jo Rothwell, 07956 556 020
COVID Update; Classes still TBC for September 2020
Weekly classes include:
Scott Hall Road, Leeds LS7 3DT. Tel: 0113 378 8001
Visit https://active.leeds.gov.uk/ for more details
Junior coaching available for children 4-11 years, from afterschool club, mini tennis, performance sessions, coaching, social play and match practice.
Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Shadwell Tennis Courts, LS17 8JD. Tel: 07966987744
The approach goes beyond standard training techniques to deliver education and water-based skills that equip new swimmers for a lifetime of safe and enjoyable swimming. Small classes of four and teachers present in the water.
Monday, Tuesday at The Grammar School
Wednesday at Moorlands School & Scholes Primary School
Tel: 07979813129
COVID Update: Lessons to re-start October 2020
Starfish offer swimming lessons from the age of 4 years. Teach 1-4 children ratio. Will assess children at all times and move children to the appropriate group when needed. Run the amateur swimming association award scheme.
Monday & Friday: Scholes Primary School, LS15 4BJ
Wednesday & Saturday: Leeds Grammar School, LS17 8GS
For more information contact Julie on 0113 265 1161/ 07787192113
Providing swimming instruction for young children ages 4+. Advance booking required. Open to all abilities.
Sunday, Monday, Thursday: Leeds Grammar School, Alwoodley
Tel: 0113 255 9881
Learning to swim should be an enjoyable experience within a pleasant and safe environment. Swimbrite offers a wide variety of swimming lessons for all ages (from 6 months) and abilities operating the ASA’s National Plan.
Classes for all abilities:
Monday – Sunday at The Village Hotel, Headingley
Monday – Friday at The Leeds Mercure Parkway Hotel
Wednesday & Thursday at The Grammar School , Alwoodley
Sunday at Woodhouse Grove School, Calverley
Saturday and Sunday afternoons The Forum, Quarry Hill, LS2 7UA
Tel: 07527 615736
Give your child creative adventures to spark their natural curiosity and develop their own journey of exploration and discovery. Every week you can inspire your child’s imagination and nurture their creativity and potential with fun, hands-on art and crafts. Pre-bookable 5week blocks.
Monday: Little Explorers (18 months-5 years) at 10am and Baby Discover (6-18 months) at 11.30am
Wetherby Town Hall. Tel: 07851 320987
Weekly nature activities for 2 – 5 year olds in Leeds. Learn the difference between a centipede and a millipede, build a rocket from twigs and leaves and even go exploring to find a dragon that lives under water.
Monday. 10.30-11.30am; 1.15-2.15pm, Friday. 10.30-11.30am;1.30-2.30pm.
TCV Hollybush Wildlife Garden. Tel: 07887 813061
Totally Tennis Tots program led by Luke Davis aims to introduce children into tennis and build their skills and confidence. Tots classes are ideal for children aged 2-4 years.
Monday – Alwoodley Community Hall
Wednesday, Thursday – Adel Memorial Sports Club (2-6yrs)
Saturday – Moorlands School
Tel: 07753 800723.
We promote active dance experiences for children and young people.
Union of Dance offers weekly classes, after-school clubs, holiday camps and bespoke projects in the community and in education.
Mondays – Mix of dance styles. Bramhope, LS16 9BA
Welcome to our dance community.
Contact 07814012081 or email unionofdance@gmail.co.uk
A not for profit club delivering professionally run martial arts classes. Their mission is to help each member reach their full potential as martial artists, while developing good character and promoting good health. Age 3-6 years.
Monday – Saturday
Unit B19-B20 Wira Business Park, West Park. Tel: 07917 006645
YMCA Lawnswood offers Gymnastics and Tumbling classes from 3+.
Classes include: 3-4 Years Gymnique, general gymnastics 4-6years and 7+ and Tumbling classes from 7+
Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.
YMCA Leeds: Otley Road, Lawnswood, LS16 6HE. Tel: 0113 261 2484
Yorkshire Born Yorkshire Fed 5* Weaning Workshop covers all you need to know about introducing solid food as well as providing support throughout your weaning journey. Ideal for parents and carers of babies 4-7 months. Whether you are just starting to think about weaning or have just already begun, the 2 hour session is full of hints, tips and tricks that will leave you feeling confident about starting this new exciting phase.
To find out more on upcoming online workshops visit the Facebook Page or Website
