Exercise, socialize, and bond with your baby, all at the same time! Whether it’s tumbling, swimming, yoga, music, or dancing, we’ve got you and your babe covered with the Little Steps Guide to the best baby classes, mom and me classes, and fun playgroup classes in Hong Kong!
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Let babies and toddlers get active at My Gym in Wong Chuk Hang with more than 2,800 square feet of gym floor space. Conveniently located opposite MTR station, there’s equipment for swinging, tumbling, climbing and much more. Highlights include a new climbing wall, Space Flight– think indoor zipline – swings, ladders, swings, trampoline and more!
My Gym WCH, 6/F, Marina 8, 8 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, + 852 2577 3322, whatsapp: +852 9279 8968, admin@mygym.com.hk, www.mygym.com.hk, Facebook, Instagram
In every Kindermusik class, your child is welcomed into a playful and nurturing environment where they will sing, move, play instruments, and hear stories—all while developing social skills, problem-solving skills, pre-math skills, and a foundation for reading. They have a cafe and playground to enjoy with friends before and after classes.
Kindermusik with Baumhaus, Wanchai, Hong Kong, www.baumhaus.com.hk
Little Nature Wanderlust organizes Reggio Emilia inspired sensory playgroup sessions where getting messy is encouraged. Children learn through an inviting environment where they allow to explore and get creative. Their one-hour session includes all edible sensory play, fine motor and gross motor skills, creative art, music, kid yoga, and mindfulness.
Little Nature Wanderlust, +852 6992 2967, barbie@littlenaturewanderlust.
Trybe Playgroup is a ninja obstacle course meets gymnastics-based program, and baby ninjas start as young as 4 months! With a learn through open-ended play curriculum and custom-made sprung floor plus ninja ring that hosts ever-changing obstacle courses, ninjas are taught physical gross motor skills for body awareness, safety and control; cognitive skills for planning and creative problem solving; and socio-emotional skills for self-awareness and engagement.
Classes work on a flexible credit system and spots are limited due to a low child-to-coach ratio so you can be sure your little one gets attention to detail with their developmental milestones.
Trybe is one of the few playgroups to allow up to two carers to participate, promoting an environment that facilitates positive relationships with plenty of space for fun and priceless memories to be made.
Trybe, G/F, Nam Hung Mansion, 5H Belcher’s Street, Kennedy Town, Hong Kong, +852 2796 1112, +852 5400 7710, (WhatsApp), kids@trybehk.com, www.trybehk.com/playgroup, Facebook, Instagram
There are lots and lots to choose from at the English-speaking branch of the YWCA. From playgroups to classes where your kids can develop their fine motor skills, build their vocabulary while being engaged in fun activities and an array of sports. There is everything under the rainbow; the difficulty lies in choosing (and scheduling all the fun activities, of course). Check online or in person to see what’s available... these classes fill up, fast!
YWCA, 1 MacDonnell Road, Mid-Levels, +852 3476 1300, www.ywca.org.hk.
Zig FitMama launched the Babywearing Workout in 2017 to provide a safe postnatal exercise option for mothers while helping them bond with their babies. Led by Ziggy, a Certified Pre- and Post-natal Coach, the class includes a full-body warm-up, strength work for the core, legs, and arms using resistance bands and light dumbbells, a mini bodyweight circuit, and a stretch/cool down. Babies can be fed, changed, or taken in and out of the carrier as needed during the workout. Moms, dads, or caregivers are all welcome to join in and exercise with the baby.
Zig FitMama
Offering infant massage classes from birth and baby yoga classes from eight weeks, Little HK has classes to suit any new parent. Baby yoga classes incorporate yoga-inspired movement and stretches for both babies and grownups, Makaton sign language songs, sensory play and relaxation techniques. Run over a five-week course, the infant massage classes are designed to teach you a full infant massage routine of more than 60 strokes.
Meet like-minded families while growing in confidence as a new parent and adding new skills to your toolkit in a supportive and friendly environment. Follow on Instagram or book here!
Little HK, classes held at Baumhaus, Wanchai, +852 9746 2035, hello@little.hk, www.little.hk
Hey baby! Join the playgroups at ESF Explore where your little one will start their journey down a path of inquiry-based learning early. Depending on the age of your babe, they can tailor the curriculum and choice of language (Mandarin or English) accordingly. Their level 1 starts as early as six months! Their curriculum is split into three levels, each tailored to the needs of your child's age.
ESF Explore Playgroups, 2nd Floor Prime Mansion, 183-187 Johnston Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, languagecentre@esf.org.hk, https://www.esfexplore.org.hk/
Formally known as PEKIP, this program has your baby’s health in mind with a range of exercises and therapies that stimulate your babes in arms, as well as a place for meeting like-minded mommas. There is play, exercise, and massage for babies to encourage the development of their psychomotor skills. Activities not only aid in the baby's development but also get parents involved in creating an instant bond with their child.
Parent-Infant Program (Formally PEKIP) In Hong Kong, Casey Building, 14th floor, C # 38 Lok Ku Road, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, pip@intparentinfantprogram.asia, https://www.intparentinfantprogram.asia/
It’s never too early to learn how to swim and float. Get your mini swimmers into the pool with a variety of mommy/daddy and baby swimming classes – an exercise that’s proven to relax babies and get them comfortable with being in the water. Aqua Babies' Splash Swim Program at Parkview is ideal for families living in the area. Not only is it great for your wee ones, but it also teaches parents some vital water safety techniques. Want more, click here for more swimming class recommendations including baby classes with ESF Sharks Baby & Me classes.
From Kowloon to Central, there are plenty of community-led playgroups in Hong Kong. A lot of these playgroups are run out of churches or by moms looking to form a community. The best part? They are flexible, very affordable (many of them free), and offer options for moms to meet, greet and arrange a social time for their babies and tots.
Let your wee ones absorb knowledge like a sponge with classes at one of these awesome early learning centers designed for newborns up to 6 years old.
Zen out and get a good workout with your mini-me at a mother-child yoga class. There are quite a few to choose from, including the established Flex Yoga and The Yoga Room. The classes at Little Yogis (pictured) are fabulous – a studio, especially for babies and kids in Wong Chuk Hang. Pause HK offers mom and child yoga from ages 3-12, check the link below for the schedule.
Move For Life, Founded by Professional Dancer, Joshua Keefe, From Dancing with the Stars offers popular Babies and Toddlers Classes that play modern music and some familiar playgroup favorites to engage little people and get them moving. Their Instructors are all experienced Dance Teachers and accomplished dancers with a love for helping the next generation of movers. They use fundamental concepts from Ballet, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Latin, and Jazz, so children are exposed to various styles, types of movement, and music. These classes are great for Boys, not just girls, and parents and nannies are more than welcome to join the class and get moving as well. We are also loving HK Ballet's Ballet Babies program - perfect for toddlers ages 2-3.
Your babes are never too young to get active, and there are plenty of sporty activities to get them into. Sport4Kids (pictured here) has programs for children from 18 months and up, including Mini Rugby, Mini Soccer, and Adult & Infant swimming lessons. Tiny Tots offers Mini Soccer, Rugby, and Basketball for munchkins 18 months – 5 years old. Kinder Kicks runs classes all over Hong Kong for soccer kids from walking to two years. Kinder Bounce is geared toward basketball wee-stars. RugbyTots will get your toddler ready to play!
Kindermusik with Baumhaus (pictured) is a go-to for many music-seeking babies! The best part? It's based in the popular Baumhaus and is available in both Wanchai and Tsim Sha Tsui. Jingle Jangle in Sai Kung is another option for budding singers.
Play away, mommas! Long before school, homework, and chores, this is the time when your kiddos should be focused on playing! Equipped with a fun playground and plenty of courses and classes for your little ones, My Gym is a good option for kids from 6 months to 5 years old. Kidnetic has free play in their awesome gymnastics-oriented space - score!
At the YWCA, there are lots and lots to choose from at the English-speaking branch of the YWCA. From playgroups to classes where your kids can develop their fine motor skills, build their vocabulary while being engaged in fun activities and an array of sports. At ESF Explore playgroups, depending on the age of your babe, they can tailor the curriculum and choice of language (Mandarin or English) accordingly. Their level 1 starts as early as six months!
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