Parenthood brings an immense feeling of joy, but the days at home with your little one can be long, exhausting and sometimes lonely. A great way to combat those feelings is to join a parent & me class, which will give you and your baby the opportunity to socialize, meet new friends and learn new skills. There are classes for all ages that allow parent participation, and gives you a chance to create a special bond with your child as they develop and experience new activities. We've rounded up a list of options including movement classes, swim lessons, art and music classes and more. Scroll down to see the full list!

Little Gym

8919 New Falls Road, Levittown, PA 19054
(215) 741-1001

Little Gym offers parent/child classes to promote early development and a strong foundation for your child's critical first three years. Classes are from ages 4 months to 3 years old. Tuition plans start at $21.69 per class. View the class schedule on the website.

My Gym Yardley

734 Stony Hill Road, Yardley, PA 19067
(215) 321-1500

My Gym Yardley offers parent and me classes that introduce balancing, tumbling, hanging and agility skills, which help children develop a love of physical activity and a sense of pride in their achievements. Fine and gross motor skills developed include kicking a ball, building a block tower, riding a tricycle and walking up stairs. Check the website for a full list of classes and pricing.

The Yoga Gnome

2389 Forest Grove Road, Furlong, PA 18925
(609) 462-6000

The Yoga Gnome kids classes offer a complete, age-appropriate yoga practice, including stretching and strengthening, breathing, relaxation techniques and meditation. Classes are filled with music, games, laughter and imagination. Kids will be singing, dancing, skipping, marching, jogging, shaking and storytelling. Baby and me classes start at 6 weeks of age, gnome and me are for preschoolers and parents, and family yoga is also offered.

Yogamazia

130 Almshouse Road, Unit 106, Richboro, PA 18954
(855) 466-2942

Yogamazia offers classes for baby yogis 2-3 to 12 months of age, who are just starting to get to know the world. The majority of the Little Lotus class, however, is focused on the postnatal recovery and postpartum period. This class if for babies and crawlers accompanied by parent or caregiver. The Lotus class is dedicated to budding yogis 12 months to 2 years who are curious about everything. Also accompanied by a parent or caregiver, this class includes the walkers. Check the website for more information.

Dynamix Gymnastics

181 Wheeler Court, Suite C, Langhorne, PA 19047
(215) 757-0111

Dynamix Gymnastics offers a You & Me class for walkers up to 3 years. Children will explore gymnastics equipment in a safe environment under the supervision of a gymnastics instructor. Participation is encouraged and guided by a parent. This a great opportunity for parents and children to spend time together, while learning new gross motor skills and offering a place for children to socialize.

Above the Bar Gymnastics

2235 York Road, Jamison, PA 18929
(215) 343-8872

Hand-n-Hand is a parent/child class that starts at 15 months of age – 3 years old. This class is a special time for your little one to begin moving and following along with direction. With your help and encouragement, they will begin to explore their strength and balance using gymnastics equipment and props suited to their size and abilities.

Workshops in Dance | Dancin' Babies

85 Makefield Road, Yardley, PA 19067
(215) 337-2929

Dancin Babies is a parent-child dance class that encourage free expression, while teaching the elements of dance, including rhythm, movement quality, space, body awareness and shape. The child's imagination and self-esteem are encouraged and strengthened through dance.

Leaps-n-Bounds Gymnastics

452 Clearview Ave Bldg. C, Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053
(215) 396-8802

Me & My Shadow classes are for children ages 15-36 months and a parent. This 45-minute, once a week class is a fantastic way for children to start learning early through movement, music, and praise from a parent, their first teacher. They will learn to take direction from another authority figure, develop their motor skills (fine and gross) and have a blast tumbling down hills, swinging on bars, jumping on the trampoline and playing with props such as balls and hoops.

Parent and Me Classes at Debra Sparks Dance Works

51 Walnut Ave, Newtown, PA
(215) 579-5678

Parent and Me classes at Debra Sparks Dance Works provide a great activity for a parent and young child. For children ages 1-2 years old, this class provides an introduction to a pre-school environment with the comfort of a parent by their side. The Parent and Me class will build social skills and cooperation while developing confidence in your child. Children dance and play with their parent and other young children in a fun setting utilizing props, music and games.

YMCA of Bucks County

601 Oxford Valley Road, Fairless Hills, PA 19030
(215) 949-3400

The YMCA offers parent/child swim lessons. Accompanied by a parent or caregiver in the water, infants and toddlers learn beginner swim skills providing an introduction to the pool environment through exploration and learning while enjoying the water and exploration of body positions, floating, blowing bubbles and fundamental safety and aquatic skills.

Newtown Athletic Club

120 Pheasant Run, Newtown, PA 18940
(215) 395-2383

Swim lessons begin at the Newtown Athletic Club for children starting at 6 months of age. Group swimming runs on a week-to-week basis with one 30-minute class per week. There is an enrollment period prior to each session. Check the website for the next group swimming session.

Goldfish Swim School

1661 Easton Road, Warrington, PA 18976
(267) 578-2232

Goldfish Swim School offers infant swim lessons for little ones ages 4-35 months. The 30-minute swim classes provide babies and children with life-saving skills and also help improve coordination and balance, while building stronger muscles.

British Swim School at Jag One

100 Almshouse Road, Richboro, PA 18954
(215) 422-3338

The British Swim School offers swim lessons for “Tadpoles” that is a water acclimation class for ages 3 months to 35 months. Tadpole is for infants and toddlers that aims to reduce their fear of the water. There will be a lot of songs and splashing while your child freely and independently explores the water environment in the parent and baby swim classes.

The Little Music Corner With Miss Sally

See website for locations
sally@thelittlemusiccorner.com

Join Miss Sally for 45 minutes of singing, dancing, stories, and fun. Each class is designed with the specific developmental needs of children ages 0-6 in mind. There will be songs and the classes foster creative through the use of play, expression and imagination.

Kindermusik | MusicWorks 4 Kids

301 North Main Street, Doylestown, PA
(215) 712-0388

Kindermusik classes are a playful and nurturing environment where you and your child will experience music of varying styles, genres and cultures. They will interact with other children and engage in movement, rhythm, and vocal activities that develop far more than just music skills.

Kids' Music Round with Miss Andrea

4987 E. Rolling Glen Drive, Pipersville, PA & 800 York Road, Warminster, PA 18974
(267) 261-7016

Kids' Music Round is a fun-filled award-winning music and movement experience for infants, toddlers and preschoolers through age 5 years. Each class provides interaction and musical play between caregivers and children in a fun-filled, non-performance environment. Classes are 30-40 minutes.

Music Together Evermore

1864 S. Easton Road, Doylestown, PA
(215) 630-8702

Classes run in 8-10 week sessions for fall, winter and spring. Each session features a different song collection. The summer sessions run 6 or 8 weeks. Children can attend from birth up to age 5. The whole family is welcome to join in this family music experience.

Art in the Pod | Mommy, Daddy and Me Art Class

216 Bustleton Pike, Churchville, PA
(215) 355-9278

Children develop fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination creating fun and exciting art work. This one-hour class introduces children and parents to famous artists, styles, and a variety of art materials. Experience weekly themes through stories, music and various art activities around the studio. This is designed for children ages 2-5.

Art in the Barn

91 Rogers Road, Furlong, PA
(215) 794-3451

Art in the Barn offers mommy & me classes on Saturday afternoons. The classes help children develop and improve fine and gross motor skills, help with decision making and critical thinking, increase self-awareness and awareness of others, focus and perseverance and allows children to express emotions. Check the website for upcoming events!