Being a stay-at-home mom (or dad!) doesn’t mean you have to stay home! Pensacola is loaded with classes for caregivers and their youngsters. Explore new activities, make friends, and enjoy an hour of entertainment by guided professionals!
Neighborhood Children’s Theatre - Groove With Me
Looking for a musical playdate? Groove With Me classes are perfect for children 2 to 4-years-old who love singing, creative movement, and imaginative play! The innovative themes, enthusiastic teacher, and friendly moms truly make this class a hit! If you have older children, be sure to check out Neighborhood Children’s Theatre for additional classes and programs.
“Sing, move, bond, grow,” couldn’t be a more appropriate slogan for Kindermusik. Children ages 0-6 will be captivated by this entertaining and engaging music class. Each month’s theme includes pure musical joy, a CD, and a book of what’s being taught in class.
Ms. Tammy’s music classes are held in the comfortable setting of her home. If you enjoy folk music, creative crafts, and playing with instruments, Ms. Tammy’s Music Treehouse and her Musikgarten curriculum are for you! Classes range for kids 0 to 8-years-old.
Get ready to experience tumbling, music, and movement! If you’re looking for a class to engage babies or middle schoolers, The Little Gym has you covered!
FunPlex Preschool Parent and Tot Class
The FunPlex’s Friday morning drop-in class is perfect for the spontaneous family looking to burn some energy! The class starts with free play in a spacious gymnastics gym, followed by a teacher-led obstacle course, ending in the grand finale of parachute fun! Great for children 0 through 4-years-old.
If you’re tired of the indoors, check out Tinkergarten for some fresh air, sunshine, and nature! This class of outdoor play is for children 1 to 8-years-old.
Gaia Kids Yoga
Mindfulness is a common practice at Lovelock and the learned poses play towards a child’s interest in animals! This class is for 18-month-olds to 4-year-olds…and it’s easy to see how children on the latter-end of that age-range could benefit the most!
Kids Music Movement and Meditation
Immediately upon visiting Lovelock, you feel a sense of calm. The kids music class is great for 18 months through 5- years-old and features familiar songs and a guided meditation.
Mama + Me Barre
Wish you could take an adult workout class in the same room that your child can play freely? Well, you can! This small-group setting is great for those self-entertained little ones who just don’t like to let mama out of sight!
Panhandle Perfection Gymnastics
If you’re looking to introduce your crawler (or your runner) to gymnastics, check out PSC! Classes are filled with both age appropriate “drill” stations and free play exploration. Each semester lasts 6-8 weeks and always entails structure, fun, and a new learned skill!
Mommy and Me Swim
Looking to familiarize your youngster with the water, but don’t have a pool?! This twice-a-week intro-to-swim class is great for children 6 months to 3-years-old. Children will learn basic pool etiquette, sing songs, and become comfortable with their caregiver in the water. Expect to get wet, because this class is all-hands-on-deck!
Story Sprouts
Ever’man’s complimentary storytime features a children’s book, craft, and a snack! This read aloud is held at both the 9 Mile Road and Garden Street location and is best suited for children 3 to 5 years old. Be sure to register online!
Quintessential Wellness - Kids in the Kitchen
If your chef is ready for a hands-on cooking class, check out Ever’man’s class schedule around the holidays: this complimentary class is designed for 12 and under and encourages making nutritious food options fun! Themes are based on foods related to the given season or holiday, and always end with a taste test! Be sure to register online.
My daughter and I have tackled this entertainment bucket list, and we can confirm the joy and bonding these classes have brought us. All classes have varying prices, schedules, age ranges, and activity levels! Give one (or all) a try!
We’d like to thank our sponsor Neighborhood Children’s Theatre for encouraging learning and play! Neighborhood Children’s Theatre offers engaging electives, education, and entertainment for children and children at heart! They specialize in original theatre curriculum, taught in their weekly homeschool classes, after-school classes, and summer camps. Additionally, they offer private audition and voice coachings, acting workshops, and performance opportunities. Voted Best of the Coast Runner Up for Best After-School Activity and Best Summer Camp!
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