Fall Classes For Kids

There is no shortage of classes for kids to enroll in this fall, and it's not too late to register!  Whether they love dancing, tumbling, sports or creative arts, there is something for every tiny dancer, sport squirt, mini Mozart or yogini in your family.  Here's just a sampling of what's available in the area. 

Westwood Recreation Department will be taking registrations for its upcoming Fall Children's Programs beginning September 10 at 9AM for Westwood residents. Most classes run for 8 weeks and are held at the Westwood Community Center located on 55 Jefferson Avenue in Westwood.  Dance classes include abrakadoodle art, ballet, hip hop, chess, Mommy & Me, piano lessons, soccer, golf, volleyball and basketball.  For a full description of all programs and information on how to register, click here. Non-Westwood residents may sign up for programs starting September 17 if openings are available and pay an additional $25.

DANCE/GYMNASTICS/YOGA

Aeon Fitness and Gymnastics (157 Patterson Street, Hillsdale) is a family-friendly gym with programs for kids ages 18 months and up.  Classes include Parent and Me for ages 18 months to 3 years old, Tiny Tigers for 3-5 year old boys and girls, Mild Special Needs Minis for ages 3-5 with mild disabilities, Creative Movement Ballet for 3-4 year olds and Jazz/Ballet for 4-5 year olds.  For more information, visit www.aeonfitgym.com or call 201-664-0304.

Paragon Gymnastics (49 Walnut Street, Suite #4, Norwood) has been offering kids of all ages fun and creative classes for over 30 years.   Their fall classes include Parent Tot for ages 24 months until potty trained, Preschool classes for ages 3 to 5, Kindergarten classes for ages 5 to 6 and instructional classes that incorporate the trampoline, uneven bars, balance beams, spring floor, vault table and tumble trak for 1st graders and up.  A free trial class may be available depending on scheduling and class openings.  Call 201-767-6921 or email for more infomation.

Sukha Arts Center (76 Schraalenburg Road, Harrington Park) offers a variety of dance, yoga, and preschool programs for boys and girls as young as 6 months.  Check out their new Baby & Me Yoga classes Wednesdays and Sundays starting September 10.  For more information, visit www.sukhaarts.com, email Christine Chan or call 201-857-2455.


GYM/SPORTS

JW Tumbles (144 Kinderkamack Road, Park Ridge) features an indoor playground complete with zip line, rock climbing wall, a trampoline and several slides.  Check out their new classes this fall including Construction Junction for ages 3-6 and Junior Sporty Kids for ages 3 to 5.5.  For more information, visit parkridge.jwtumbles.com or call 201-453-3010.

Playmaker All-Stars is the premier place to groom your little leader.  Sports classes are available in their Closter and Edgewater locations for children as young as two years old.  Low teacher to student ratios ensure your child learns and has fun!  For more infomation, visit www.playmakerallstars.com, call 201-767-7090 or email.


ART

JW Tumbles (144 Kinderkamack Road, Park Ridge) is now offering Doodle Bugs for 18 months to 2 years old.  For more information, visit parkridge.jwtumbles.com or call 201-453-3010.


MUSIC

Come sing, dance and play with the folks at A Hum Music presents...Music for Aardvarks.  This rockin' music program with locations in Park Ridge, Ridgewood, Waldwick, and Washington Township offers children ages 5 months to 5 years old to shake their little booties with unique songs, a jamming session with musical instruments, dancing and more.  Sign up here for a free trial class on September 11 at 9:30AM in Waldwick or September 12 at 9:30AM in Ridgewood. Spots are limited!

Music Together of Northern NJ is an childhood music and movement program for children from birth through age 7.  Classes build on the child's natural enthusiasm for music and movement.  It has 7 locations in Ridgewood, Harrington Park, Wyckoff, Mahway, Wayne, Park Ridge and Waldwick.  For more information, visit www.musictogetherofnorthernnj.com or call 201-848-5016.

beyondMUSIC at bergenPAC presents Music Speaks, an early childhood music program that provides developmentally appropriate music and instruments for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers ages 2 months through 4 1/2 years old.  The program uses a mix of traditional and contemporary songs from around the world to bring out children's innate musical nature and expand their musical horizons.  The 12-week fall session begins September 10.  Contact them about a free trial class on September 7 by calling 201-816-8160 ext. 35 or email.

If you've taken classes in any of these places or have other suggestions of classes your kids love, let us know by posting a comment below!