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Best Mommy-and-Me Classes in New Jersey for Babies and Toddlers

Gymboree offers movement classes for babies and toddlers with caregivers. Photo courtesy of Gymboree
Gymboree offers movement classes for babies and toddlers with caregivers. Photo courtesy of Gymboree
8/16/24 - By Laurie Rein
The Learning Center at Babies"R"Us

The brand-new Babies"R"Us Learning Center helps provide parents with the resources they need before, during, and after birth. Join in-person expert-led classes covering basic newborn care, pumping, pediatric CPR, and more. Build your community while preparing for a positive birthing and parenting journey. LEARN MORE

Mommy-and-me classes in New Jersey can be some of the most wonderful bonding activities during your child's early months and years. The choices multiply yearly with enriching music classes, swim lessons, and more.

Don't expect these sessions to be filled with just moms, either—dads, nannies, grandparents, and all caregivers can join in the fun. Some classes offer independent play for toddlers or even options where siblings can attend.

Read on for a sampling of the best mommy-and-me classes in New Jersey, and find even more options in our guide to the best Classes and Activities for Kids in New Jersey.

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Musical Munchkins' parent-and-me classes are great for bonding and learning new skills. Photo courtesy of Musical Munchkins
Musical Munchkins' parent-and-me classes are great for bonding and learning new skills. Photo courtesy of Musical Munchkins

Mommy-and-Me Movement and Music Classes in NJ

Musical Munchkins of New Jersey

Ridgewood
Musical Munchkins has been introducing children to the joys of music for more than 25 years. Its unique program offers age-appropriate classes for babies up to age 4. Its curriculum has been specifically designed for each age group.  READ MORE

Little Rockers

Shrewsbury
Little Rockers offers music classes, lessons, shows, parties, and more, all of which are specially designed to get families singing, dancing, and rocking out together in a fun, relaxed setting. Outdoor and online classes are offered. Little Rockers comes to you for parties, or you can visit its beautiful, music-themed play center in Shrewsbury, New Jersey.  READ MORE

Hoboken Aardvarks: Children's Music & Movement Classes

Hoboken
Hoboken Aardvarks offers informal, spirited classes that incorporate singing, dancing, musical storytelling, instrumental jam sessions, and more. Sessions take place in various Hoboken locations. READ MORE

Best Mommy-and-Me Swim Lessons in New Jersey

British Swim School

Multiple New Jersey Locations
Whether you’re seeking a welcoming Mommy and Me swim class or wish to concentrate on stroke development, The British Swim School North New Jersey has options for you. READ MORE

Five Star Swim School

Multiple New Jersey Locations
Five Star Swim School is dedicated to providing quality swim lessons to students of all ages and skill levels. Pools are heated and sanitized using salt, allowing qualified instructors to provide effective swim lessons in a comfortable environment year round. Group classes maintain a small 3:1 student-to-teacher ratio to ensure all students are getting the most out of each lesson.  READ MORE

Take Me to the Water Swim School - New Jersey

Multiple New Jersey Locations
For more than 30 years, Take Me to the Water Swim School (TMTTW) has offered expert swim instruction to children and adults. In a nurturing environment, students quickly become comfortable in the water due to small class sizes, warm pools, and an engaging, imaginative curriculum. READ MORE

Mommy-and-Me Gymnastics Classes for Kids in NJ

Elite Gymnastics

Hawthorne
Elite Gymnastics' fall schedule is full of in-person enrichment all under one roof. The gym offers wide-ranging classes from mommy-and-me classes to gymnastics, rock climbing, swimming, and cheerleading. A new NinjaZone class is geared toward ages 3-11. READ MORE

Gymboree Play & Music

Multiple New Jersey Locations
Gymboree Play & Music has been fostering creativity and confidence in children ages 0-5 for over 40 years. Designed by experts in both education and play, age-appropriate activities help develop children's cognitive, physical, and social skills as they play.   READ MORE

My Gym Glen Rock

Glen Rock
My Gym Glen Rock is the ultimate children's fitness facility and offers mommy & me classes, gymnastics, and fitness classes for children ages 6 weeks-13 years. The mommy & me classes include Tiny Tykes and Waddlers. The summer mini-camp features games, relays crafts, and snacks.  READ MORE

The Little Gym Jersey City

Jersey City
Little ones get moving at The Little Gym, featuring parent/child classes, children's gymnastics, birthday parties and camps. Summer camp offers weekly themes like Global Explorers and Superheroes Unite.  READ MORE

More Fun Mommy-and-Me Classes for Kids in NJ

Babies"R"Us Learning Center

East Rutherford
The brand-new Babies"R"Us Learning Center in American Dream provides all the help and resources parents need before, during, and after birth. Start with expert-led prenatal classes and preparing for baby classes, from Lamaze to lactation support. Once your little one arrives, try the baby and me classes, like yoga and reiki. READ MORE

Kidville of New Jersey - Classes

Montclair
Kidville's developmental classes for children 0-6 years old inspire endless hours of excitement and adventure. Choose from classes in gym, music, art, dance, enrichment, and more.  READ MORE

THE R CHILD STEAM Center

Fort Lee
The R Child offers a variety of STEM activities for kids ages 3 months through 14 years, including Discovery Play Center, an educational and open play space that offers a novel approach to playtime. Summer camp features 3D printing, game design, robotics, Minecraft and more. READ MORE

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