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Find mommy & me classes in Boston, and expose your little one to music, art, and movement. Photo courtesy of Powers Music School
Find mommy & me classes in Boston, and expose your little one to music, art, and movement. Photo courtesy of Powers Music School
8/6/23 - By Michael Del Llano

Boston families have lots of mommy & me art, music, and movement classes and programs to choose from. And you don't need to wait until your baby is older to start enrolling! From art classes to music classes to movement classes and more, many places offer versions of their big kid classes just for toddlers and babies in Mommy & Me (and Daddy & Me!) formats. Stretch together in yoga classes in Cambridge, kick it at soccer classes in Charlestown, or even learn to Jam together in Newton. These parent & me baby classes in Boston are a great way to bond with your little one. They also provide stimulation and help babies and toddlers reach developmental milestones.

For more ideas on classes as your kids grow, check out our full Guide to Boston Classes and Activities for Kids. 

 

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Show your baby how to groove with these music classes in Boston! Photo courtesy of Little Groove Music & Art
Show your baby how to groove with these music classes in Boston! Photo courtesy of Little Groove Music & Art

Best Mommy & Me Classes for Babies in Boston: Music

Powers Music School

Belmont
Powers Music School welcomes students of all ages, abilities, and interests to develop their love of music. Choose from early childhood classes like Dalcroze Eurhytnmics and Piano Powers, Suzuki instruction, a number of musical ensembles, and private lessons in voice and 30+ instruments. The school offers summer camp as well. READ MORE

JamBABY at the JCC

Newton
The JCC joins local studio Jammin with You for a music and movement class. Children age 6 months to 3 years learn rhythm while beating a drum, playing instruments, dancing with props. Children also learn music appreciation while gaining confidence. Jammin with You is a local organization with the mission of inspiring kids to learn and love music. The classes are held outdoors when weather permits. READ MORE

Little Lovage Club

South End
Little Lovage Club provides 30-minute classes for babies and kids, with a particular focus on children 9 months to 3-years- old. Small classses allow for engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons in music, movement, art, and more. Babies less than 6 months can accompany an older child for free. Advance bookings are highly recommended. READ MORE

Little Groove

South End, South Boston, Charlestown, Seaport, East Boston, and suburbs
Here, kids can take a one-of-a-kind music or art enrichment classes in programs designed for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school aged children along with parents. Choose from music classes for children, basic instrument instruction for kids over three, dance parties, yoga, and art & story time.  READ MORE

Groovy Baby Music

South Boston, West End, Back Bay, Charlestown, Brookline, Cambridge, Somerville
For over 20 years, Groovy Baby Music has offered award winning, research-based music and movement programs. With infant, mixed-aged, and big kid classes, there is something for everyone. Online classes are offered from anywhere, and indoor and outdoor classes take place at locations in Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, and Somerville. READ MORE
Help those little hands make a masterpiece at these mommy & me classes in Boston. Photo courtesy of Minni
Help those little hands make a masterpiece at these mommy & me classes in Boston. Photo courtesy of Minni

Best Mommy & Me Classes for Babies in Boston: Art

Minni

South End and Beacon Hill
Minni is a creative community space run by professional artists and educators who believe deeply that regular art-making promotes joy, creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. The space aims to serve as a place of gathering to support children and families within the local community, offering weekly classes for kids from ages 18 months to 12 years, as well as school break camps for kids ages 4 to 9 years old. READ MORE

Galoop - Classes

Chestnut Hill
Galoop is offering an afternoon program for children ages 6 months to 4 years, with developmentally appropriate sensory art and playtime. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays and feature weekly themed activities along with expert support for parents and caregivers. READ MORE

Abrakadoodle

Brookline, Wellesley, Weston, Wayland
Abrakadoodle's curriculum was developed by educators and artists to help children develop creativity and art skills. Classes include Twoosy Doodlers, where kids age 20 months to 3 years join a parnet in learning about color and texture while developing fine motor skills. Mini Doodlers class caters to preschoolers from age three to five, while other classes and camps can accomodate older children READ MORE

Muckykids Art Studio

Cambridge
The MuckyTots Art and Sensory Play program provides a unique opportunity for kids (ages 18 months to 3 years) to explore arts and crafts. Classes are held weekly, with participants and their caregivers enjoying music and stories, in addition to hands-on sensory play. READ MORE

Brookline Arts Center - Children's Classes

Brookline
The Brookline Arts Center provides classes and camps for children of all ages, including mommy & me classes for kids as young as 12 months. Several 10-week programs, including PeeWee Picasso's and Mini Matisse's, allow children and a caregiver to explore a variety of materials through sensory play. READ MORE

Museum of Fine Arts Boston - Children's Classes & Programs

Mission Hill
Preschoolers age 3 and 4 join their caregivers for studio art sessions at one of Boston's iconic museums. With lessons in a variety of media, each class runs for rour-week spans. Supplies are provided by the instructors. READ MORE
Babies are itching to move and groove, and these Boston classes fit the bill! Photo courtesy of the Gymnastics Academy of Boston
Babies are itching to move and groove, and these Boston classes fit the bill! Photo courtesy of the Gymnastics Academy of Boston

Best Mommy & Me Classes for Babies in Boston: Movement

Gymnastic Academy of Boston

Acton, Medford, Norwood
With locations in Acton, Medford, and Norwood, the Gymnastics Academy of Boston offers classes such as Little Explorers (11 months to 2 years) and Tumble Tots for 2- and 3-year-olds. Children can progress to the preschool gymnastics and preschool ninja classes. READ MORE

My Gym Boston - Children's Classes & Programs

Allston, Newton, Burlington
My Gym of Greater Boston offers play time for babies as young as one month, along with a mommy & me Waddlers class for babies 3 months to 20 months old. My Gym has locations in Boston and the suburbs. READ MORE

Down Under School of Yoga

Back Bay, South End, Newton, Brookline, Cambridge
Down Under's postnatal Baby & Me yoga classes provide parent-centric yoga instruction, as well as interaction with babies from six weeks to a year old. Down Under has six Greater Boston locations, and offers kids yoga instruction starting at age 3. READ MORE

Super Soccer Stars Boston

Boston, Cambridge, Suburbs
Set in a fun, non-competitive environment, Super Soccer Stars offers age-specific programs and parties for kids. Classes are held outdoors at locations in and around Boston. Parent & Me classes are provided for children age 12 months to 2 years. Private lessons are available as well. READ MORE

Tumblefun Gymnastics

Marshfield
Preschool gymnastics classes at Tumblefun Gymnastics expose little ones to movement, balance, and fun. Me and My Shadow classes for children 18 months to 3 years rotate children through a variety of stations for 45 minutes of constant movement. READ MORE

Preschool Moves

Chestnut Hill
Preschool moves provides an inclusive environment for kids to learn a love of dance. Outdoor and indoor lessons provide instruction in creative movement for kids age 2 and up. READ MORE

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