Mommy and Me Classes in Greater Grand Rapids
It’s hard to know what to do with babies and toddlers everyday, especially when you’re the primary caregiver. The hours seem to blend together. The years are short, but the days can be long.
Add some excitement and change to your routine with some of the area’s best child and caregiver classes.
It’s tough to know where to go for community classes and groups – we’ve got you.
Check out our list to find fresh ideas to help break up your day and add variety to your routine. Don’t forget to check our event calendar for daily offerings around West Michigan.
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Classes You’ll Love Attending With Your Baby or Little Kids
Getting out of the house is just the first step.
Finding different ways to interact with your little one can add a little spice into your life as a caregiver.
Hanging out with other adults in the same boat is an added bonus. Try these different mommy and me classes around Grand Rapids and let us know how they go!
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Mind Body Baby in Grand Rapids
2422 Burton St. SE,, MI, United States, Michigan, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
About the classes here:
While Mind Body Baby provides a space for mothers to care for themselves.
They also offer a variety of classes for babies & toddlers with caregivers, yoga classes for caregivers and babies, as well as family yoga.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Mommy and Me Workouts
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Admission Fee
hello@mindbodybaby.org
While Mind Body Baby provides a space for mothers to care for themselves.
They also offer a variety of classes for babies & toddlers with caregivers, yoga classes for caregivers and babies, as well as family yoga.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Mommy and Me Workouts
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Admission Fee
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Music in Me in Holland
96 W 15 St, Holland, MI 49423
About the classes here:
Early Childhood Music Classes promote your child's full potential while having fun with music.
We sing, dance, play instruments, and learn the foundations of music including rhythm, pitch, dynamics, tempo and expression.
Join our group music classes and let your child learn and grow with others in a supportive and interactive environment
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Playgroup, Parent Group
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Free, Admission Fee
musicinmecontact@gmail.com
Early Childhood Music Classes promote your child's full potential while having fun with music.
We sing, dance, play instruments, and learn the foundations of music including rhythm, pitch, dynamics, tempo and expression.
Join our group music classes and let your child learn and grow with others in a supportive and interactive environment
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Playgroup, Parent Group
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Free, Admission Fee
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OAISD Play n Learn in Holland
13565 Port Sheldon St., Holland, MI 49424
About the classes here:
Monthly sessions are based on a children's book, with a story, finger plays, crafts, and activities.
Each family receives a children's book to take home.
Child development and reading readiness information are also available for parents.
No pre-registration required.
Designed for families with children ages birth to 5 years old
Playgroups are facilitated by a Parent Educator and are offered in many different locations throughout Ottawa County.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Playgroup, Parent Group
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Free
616-738-8940 ext. 4129 cstam@oaisd.org
Monthly sessions are based on a children's book, with a story, finger plays, crafts, and activities.
Each family receives a children's book to take home.
Child development and reading readiness information are also available for parents.
No pre-registration required.
Designed for families with children ages birth to 5 years old
Playgroups are facilitated by a Parent Educator and are offered in many different locations throughout Ottawa County.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Playgroup, Parent Group
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Free
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Toddlers on Track for School in Lowell
320 Amity, Lowell, MI 49331
About the classes here:
Playgroups are held on Tuesday or Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (subject to change).
Toddlers and preschoolers play, have music and movement, do art, eat snacks and hear a short story.
$2 per child (children under 1 year are free). Registration required.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes, Music Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active, Arts & Entertainment
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
Playgroups are held on Tuesday or Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (subject to change).
Toddlers and preschoolers play, have music and movement, do art, eat snacks and hear a short story.
$2 per child (children under 1 year are free). Registration required.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes, Music Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active, Arts & Entertainment
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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Zeeland Recreation Splash & Play in Zeeland
320 E Main, Zeeland, MI 49464
About the classes here:
Splash, float and play with your child at the pool!
Classes are 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM on Fridays during the school year from October 4 - April 25.
Parent(s) or guardian(s) must be in the water with their child.
Life jackets, puddle jumpers, infant floats, slide, pool toys, and basketball hoop are all provided.
$3 per person or included with splash pass or fitness membership.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Indoor Fun, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates Vary
(616) 748-3230
Splash, float and play with your child at the pool!
Classes are 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM on Fridays during the school year from October 4 - April 25.
Parent(s) or guardian(s) must be in the water with their child.
Life jackets, puddle jumpers, infant floats, slide, pool toys, and basketball hoop are all provided.
$3 per person or included with splash pass or fitness membership.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Indoor Fun, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates Vary
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Gonyon's Gymnastics in Muskegon
622 Chatterson Rd, Muskegon, MI 49442
About the classes here:
Gonyon's Parent/Tot Preschool Class teaches little ones tumbling, balance beam, bars, trampoline, and rings.
The 45 minute class runs for eight weeks for $108.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates Vary
(231) 788-3121
Gonyon's Parent/Tot Preschool Class teaches little ones tumbling, balance beam, bars, trampoline, and rings.
The 45 minute class runs for eight weeks for $108.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates Vary
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Champion Gymnastics in Holland
2424 Van Ommen Dr, Holland, MI 49424
About the classes here:
This Mommy and Me age-appropriate gymnastics class encourages children ages 18-months to 3-years to develop gross motor skills, cognitive skills, social skills, and spatial concepts.
Kids will learn gymnastics skills on all equipment including the trampoline during the 45 minute class.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates Vary
(616) 399-5608
This Mommy and Me age-appropriate gymnastics class encourages children ages 18-months to 3-years to develop gross motor skills, cognitive skills, social skills, and spatial concepts.
Kids will learn gymnastics skills on all equipment including the trampoline during the 45 minute class.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates Vary
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West Cannon Baptist Church in Belmont
5760 Cannonsburg Rd NE, Belmont, MI 49306
About the classes here:
Sing, move, listen, and play at Preschool Musical Story Time.
For caregiver and children ages 0-5, but older and younger children are welcome to join too.
Please park in the back west parking lot and enter through Door 7.
AGE LEVEL: Preschool
PROGRAMS:
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me
COST: Free
(616) 874-6740
Sing, move, listen, and play at Preschool Musical Story Time.
For caregiver and children ages 0-5, but older and younger children are welcome to join too.
Please park in the back west parking lot and enter through Door 7.
AGE LEVEL: Preschool
PROGRAMS:
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me
COST: Free
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MOPS - Mothers of Preschoolers (TheMomCo - Mom Community)
About Mommy and Me Classes at MOPS - Mothers of Preschoolers (TheMomCo - Mom Community)
MOPS - Mothers of Preschoolers (TheMomCo - Mom Community) in Grand Rapids
Locations vary, Grand Rapids, MI
About the classes here:
MOPS (MomCo) connects moms with moms through Mama Meetups and MOPS Groups.
Mama Meetups allows moms to join an online community group, based on common interests or phase of life.
MOPS Groups meet throughout greater Grand Rapids, building community and offering support to moms. Locations, days and meeting times vary with each MOPS group.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Mom Group
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(888) 910-6677
MOPS - Mothers of Preschoolers (TheMomCo - Mom Community)
MOPS (MomCo) connects moms with moms through Mama Meetups and MOPS Groups.
Mama Meetups allows moms to join an online community group, based on common interests or phase of life.
MOPS Groups meet throughout greater Grand Rapids, building community and offering support to moms. Locations, days and meeting times vary with each MOPS group.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Mom Group
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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Northstar Gymnastics in Rockford
724 Byrne Industrial Dr, Rockford, MI 49341
About the classes here:
Parent and Tot Gymnastics and Fitness program is for children 18 months to 3 1/2 years.
Children will learn gymnastics, fitness, and early childhood development skills.
The class meets once a week for 45 minutes.
Classes are offered evenings and weekends as well as weekday mornings.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(616) 866-8731
Parent and Tot Gymnastics and Fitness program is for children 18 months to 3 1/2 years.
Children will learn gymnastics, fitness, and early childhood development skills.
The class meets once a week for 45 minutes.
Classes are offered evenings and weekends as well as weekday mornings.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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Live Unprocessed in Grand Rapids
5270 Northland Dr NE, Suite D, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
About the classes here:
Move with your baby at Mom and Baby Yoga at Live Unprocessed.
Enjoy connection with your little one in this class while also connecting with other moms.
The movements and postures will be accommodating and gentle for the body, too.
This class is geared towards post-partum mothers and their babies.
AGE LEVEL: Babies
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(586) 524-8236 liveunprocessed@gmail.com
Move with your baby at Mom and Baby Yoga at Live Unprocessed.
Enjoy connection with your little one in this class while also connecting with other moms.
The movements and postures will be accommodating and gentle for the body, too.
This class is geared towards post-partum mothers and their babies.
AGE LEVEL: Babies
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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For The Kidz Gymnastics and Trampoline
About Mommy and Me Classes at For The Kidz Gymnastics and Trampoline
For The Kidz Gymnastics and Trampoline in Wyoming
1391 Gezon Parkway, Wyoming, MI 49509
About the classes here:
You and Me Classes allows children, ages 18 months – 3 years, to improve coordination, agility and sensory integration all with some help from a parent or caregiver.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(616) 726-7979
For The Kidz Gymnastics and Trampoline
You and Me Classes allows children, ages 18 months – 3 years, to improve coordination, agility and sensory integration all with some help from a parent or caregiver.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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Outdoor Discovery Center Network in Holland
4214 56th Street, Holland, MI 49423
About the classes here:
ODC Network offers opportunities for parents and kids to learn together through outdoor exploration.
Parents and children learn about nature in the Nature for Tykes class. Topics change seasonally, but may include learning about seeds, senses, turtles, flowers, meadows and much more.
Knee High Naturalists Classes give kids many ways to learn, through crafts, activities, books, snacks, live animals, and outside exploration. Parents are encouraged to attend with their 4 to 6 year old - though not required. Parents or guardians are asked to attend with their 3 year old.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Science and Nature
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(616) 393-9453 odc@outdoordiscovery.org
ODC Network offers opportunities for parents and kids to learn together through outdoor exploration.
Parents and children learn about nature in the Nature for Tykes class. Topics change seasonally, but may include learning about seeds, senses, turtles, flowers, meadows and much more.
Knee High Naturalists Classes give kids many ways to learn, through crafts, activities, books, snacks, live animals, and outside exploration. Parents are encouraged to attend with their 4 to 6 year old - though not required. Parents or guardians are asked to attend with their 3 year old.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Science and Nature
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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GRCC Play and Learn in Grand Rapids
143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
About the classes here:
Parents and caregivers of a child can participate in weekly programs throughout Grand Rapids with Play and Learn GRCC. Programs are 90 minutes long and days, times and locations vary.
Play and Learn focuses on reading strategies, child development and discipline. Participants receive free a book!
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Free
(616) 234-2410 ELC@grcc.edu
Parents and caregivers of a child can participate in weekly programs throughout Grand Rapids with Play and Learn GRCC. Programs are 90 minutes long and days, times and locations vary.
Play and Learn focuses on reading strategies, child development and discipline. Participants receive free a book!
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Free
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FIT4MOM in Grand Rapids
Various Locations, Grand Rapids, MI
About the classes here:
If you are interested in attending a fitness class with your baby, check out Stroller Strides. Walk, jog and strength train with your baby and stroller.
FIT4MOM also offers many other class options, including Stroller Barre, Fit4Baby, Body Well, Strides 360, Run Club, and Body Boost.
FIT4MOM Grand Rapids meets in the East side of Grand Rapids.
Class rates vary. Your first class is free.
AGE LEVEL: Babies
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Mommy and Me Workouts
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(616) 648-9379
If you are interested in attending a fitness class with your baby, check out Stroller Strides. Walk, jog and strength train with your baby and stroller.
FIT4MOM also offers many other class options, including Stroller Barre, Fit4Baby, Body Well, Strides 360, Run Club, and Body Boost.
FIT4MOM Grand Rapids meets in the East side of Grand Rapids.
Class rates vary. Your first class is free.
AGE LEVEL: Babies
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Mommy and Me Workouts
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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Kindermusik in Spring Lake
17750 N. Fruitport Road, Spring Lake, MI 49456
About the classes here:
In Kindermusik, children develop their music, cognitive and social skills through singing, moving, playing instruments, and listening to stories in a sensory-rich environment.
Songs, rhymes, baby-safe instruments, and more.
Virtual classes are also available if in-person times don't match your schedule.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Music Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Music
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(800) 628-5687 info@kindermusik.com
In Kindermusik, children develop their music, cognitive and social skills through singing, moving, playing instruments, and listening to stories in a sensory-rich environment.
Songs, rhymes, baby-safe instruments, and more.
Virtual classes are also available if in-person times don't match your schedule.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Music Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Music
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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Goldfish Swim School in Grand Rapids
2845 Thornhills Ave SE Suite S, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
About the classes here:
Goldfish Swim School offers swim lessons for children ages 4 – 35 months.
Babies and toddlers learn basic swim and safety skills and are gently introduced to the water.
Lessons provide a great bonding experience for both parent and child.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(616) 275-3086
Goldfish Swim School offers swim lessons for children ages 4 – 35 months.
Babies and toddlers learn basic swim and safety skills and are gently introduced to the water.
Lessons provide a great bonding experience for both parent and child.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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Little Feet in Grand Rapids
Various Locations, Grand Rapids, MI
About the classes here:
Little Feet is a unique caregiver-child movement program for children. Children and caregivers explore different dance concepts each week and will be given additional information to help support their child's development outside of class.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(206) 271-9569 info@littlefeetmovement.com
Little Feet is a unique caregiver-child movement program for children. Children and caregivers explore different dance concepts each week and will be given additional information to help support their child's development outside of class.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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KISD Bright Beginnings in Grand Rapids
864 Crahen AVE NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
About the classes here:
Playgroup is a great opportunity for parents or caregivers and children birth – 5 years to experience fun and focused play together in a safe and educational setting.
Children and their caregivers will get to do various literacy and fine and gross motor activities together.
Playgroups are facilitated by a Parent Educator and are offered in many different locations throughout Kent County.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Playgroup, Parent Group
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Free
(616) 365-2276
Playgroup is a great opportunity for parents or caregivers and children birth – 5 years to experience fun and focused play together in a safe and educational setting.
Children and their caregivers will get to do various literacy and fine and gross motor activities together.
Playgroups are facilitated by a Parent Educator and are offered in many different locations throughout Kent County.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Playgroup, Parent Group
ACTIVITY: Early Childhood, Mommy and Me
COST: Free
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Grand Rapids Kroc Center in Grand Rapids
2500 S. Division Ave, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
About the classes here:
The Grand Rapids Kroc Center offers classes in a wide range of topics and interests, including Mommy & Me style classes in the fine arts.
Music for Littles (or the Littlest Littles) helps children develop language and motor skills through songs and motions as well as playing instruments.
Mommy & Me Gymnastics teaches basic gymnastic skills and is offered by Grand Rapids Gymnastics. (Availability varies)
Parent and Child Swim Lessons allows children to get comfortable in the water and to learn basic skills.
Preschool Arts for the Imagination encourages preschoolers and their parents to work together to develop fine motor and social skills.
Each of these classes is six sessions. You do not need to be a member to take these classes, but members do receive discounted prices.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active, Arts & Entertainment
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
(616) 588-7200
The Grand Rapids Kroc Center offers classes in a wide range of topics and interests, including Mommy & Me style classes in the fine arts.
Music for Littles (or the Littlest Littles) helps children develop language and motor skills through songs and motions as well as playing instruments.
Mommy & Me Gymnastics teaches basic gymnastic skills and is offered by Grand Rapids Gymnastics. (Availability varies)
Parent and Child Swim Lessons allows children to get comfortable in the water and to learn basic skills.
Preschool Arts for the Imagination encourages preschoolers and their parents to work together to develop fine motor and social skills.
Each of these classes is six sessions. You do not need to be a member to take these classes, but members do receive discounted prices.
AGE LEVEL: Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Active, Arts & Entertainment
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary
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Joyful Sounds Music Studio in Grand Rapids
959 Lake Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
About the classes here:
Children from birth to age 4 participate at their own levels—singing, moving, listening, observing, and exploring musical instruments in a welcoming and supportive environment.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Music Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Music
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary.
(616) 916-0478
Children from birth to age 4 participate at their own levels—singing, moving, listening, observing, and exploring musical instruments in a welcoming and supportive environment.
AGE LEVEL: Babies, Toddlers, Preschool
PROGRAMS: Baby Classes, Toddler Classes, Music Classes
ACTIVITY: Mommy and Me, Music
COST: Admission Fee Rates vary.
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Mind Body Baby in Eastown has baby friendly postpartum yoga and Barre. Baby + Me Yoga classes, Baby + Me Dance classes, Busy Babes + Me Yoga, Baby & Toddler Storytime classes. The ultimate location to find a class for each stage of the journey to and through motherhood.
Grand Rapids School of Dance has Dance with Me classes on Friday and Saturday!
FIT4MOM Holland! We offer Stroller Barre, Stroller Strides and free Run Club Meet Up at Helder Park!
Check out our website here: holland.fit4mom.com
Thanks, Jaclyn! I’ve updated the article to include your branch.