Classes and Playgroups
Leeds is a fantastic place to raise a family. We’ve listed loads of great local classes and activities that you can try. Please contact the organisers directly to find out further information or to confirm class times or costs.
If you know of other great classes or groups which are not already listed, then please contact us.
Early years girls football sessions from aged 1-6 years. We provide a safe and social environment for girls to:
• Learn new skills
• Make new friends
• Burn that wild energy
• and most importantly have lots of fun!
Collect a New Skills Stamp each Session
Our girls collect a New Skills Stamp each week to leave feeling confident and great about what they have achieved together.
We reward everyone every session for showing up and taking part, with different fun content each week!
Social Sessions for our girls and parents & carers too
Our girls football coaching sessions are as much social as they are skills, this is as important for parents and carers of girls too.
We invite you to stay at the end of each session and have a drink and meet others. Having two girls of our own we know how much that this is sometimes needed!
TOT STAR SESSIONS (1 -2 years)
o Rothwell Holy Parish Church – Monday, 9:30am – 10:00am
o Morley Newlands Mission Church – Friday, 9:30am – 10:00am
SUPER STAR SESSIONS (2-3 years)
o Rothwell Holy Parish Church – Monday, 10:30am – 11:00am
o Morley Newlands Mission Church – Friday, 10:30am – 11:00am
MEGA STAR SESSIONS (3-4 years)
o Morley Newlands Methodist Mission Church, Saturday, 10:00am – 10:30am
ALL STAR SESSIONS (4-6 years)
o Morley Newlands Methodist Mission Church, 10:30am – 11:00am
Spaces are limited. Sign up for a trial session today!
Free events for under 5s and their grown ups, just turn up. Singing and rhymes, stories and music!
Monday, 10:30-11:30 – Dewsbury Road, Headingley, Pudsey
Monday, 13:30-14:30 – Oakwood
Tuesday, 10:30-11:30 – Beeston, Halton, Hunslet, Moor Allerton, Morley, Otley
Tuesday, 13:30-14:30 – Bramley
Wednesday,10:30-11:30 – Ardsley and Tingley, Calverley, Chapeltown, Garforth, Guiseley, Rothwell
Wednesday, 13:30-14:30 – Horsforth, Kippax, Wetherby
Thursday, 10:30-11:30 – Armley, Central, Chapel Allerton, Middleton, Seacroft, Yeadon
Thursday, 13:30-14:30 – Holt Park
Friday, 10:30-11:30 – Compton Road, Crossgates
Friday, 13:30-14:30 – Farsley
Get ready for a new level of fun and learning at Kidzplay! We’re excited to host a lineup of fantastic groups and classes for your little one!
Mind-Engaging Classes: Try out our mind-engaging classes! From interactive storytelling to creative arts and crafts, our experienced instructors make learning a blast.
Creative Workshops: Nurture your child’s imagination with our creative workshops! Dive into the world of colors, textures, and self-expression, creating their own little masterpieces!
Active Play Groups: Join our active play groups! Designed for little movers and shakers, these sessions keep your kids active while enjoying the fun!
Secure your spot now! Visit https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/littlebeesleeds to see our schedule and reserve your place today!
Puddle Ducks Wakefield runs classes in pools across Wakefield, Barnsley, Sheffield, Bradford & South Leeds, and we have just celebrated our 15th year in business!
Our Baby & Pre-School programme (0-4 years) provides a wonderful bonding experience and our progressive lesson plans instil a water confidence and love of swimming. Our highly trained and qualified teachers are experts at identifying children’s levels of ability and adapting activities to the individual, nurturing confidence and encouraging natural ability, all whilst having lots of fun.
Our Baby & Pre-school programme is offered through six levels:
Floaties (0-9 months),
Splashers (6-15 months),
Kickers (15 months to 2.5 years),
Little Dippers (2-5 years) and
Dippers and Dabblers (2-5 years ability related classes)
For older children, whether they have come from a pre-school class or never been in the water before, Swim Academy (4-10 years) will take your child from ‘getting their faces wet’ to being an independent swimmer and who knows, maybe a future Olympic champion.
Teaching independent swimming from birth. That’s the Puddle Ducks difference.
Classes run on every day of the week in local pools, find your nearest pool here
Join our It’s Still Winter…Term NOW! Tuesday 6th February – Friday 29th March:
Book by term (£7.70/class)/Pay As You Go (£8/class)/ Specials (£12.50/includes a gift) at www.toddlersense.com/centralandsouthleeds/You can join at any point through our term or PAYG for individual classes and not have to worry about playing catch-up as every class is stand alone!Siblings under 13 months are FREE to accompany their toddler & siblings over 13 months receive a 30% discount on your full booking with code TODSIB30 at the checkout.
Celebrate your Little One’s BIG DAY with a TODDLER SENSE BIRTHDAY PARTY at our Wow Centre – 2024 bookings are now available!Get in touch with Kirsty for details (southleeds@toddlersense.co.uk)
Premium Indoor 3G football pitches, fun house indoor adventure / soft play area & sports bar. Adult 5-a-side, kids’ parties, kids’ coaching and school holiday camps available. Football development programmes from key skills (age 2+) to elite level.
Soccer Tots runs Monday, Friday, Sun for 2-4yrs
Soccer 7 runs Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday for 4+yrs
Advanced Development Programme runs Thursday, Friday for 7+ yrs.
A1 Football Factory, Tavern Works, Skinner Ln, Pontefract WF8 1HG. 01977 525545.
We are a welcoming and friendly riding school that work with people of all ages and abilities.
*Tots Trot is currently on hold until further notice*
Call for more information on 0113 287 3078.
Astley Lane, Swillington, LS26 8UD
Bringing the magic of Babyballet to children in the East Leeds area.
Classes run in Colton, Sherburn in Elmet, Rothwell, Garforth, Tadcaster, Swillington.
Contact Miss Lea to enquire on 07856560252
Why not bring your little one swimming! Baby Swimmers & Swimmers Academy runs classes from 6 weeks old up to 14 years old, with classes in Leeds every day. Through fun and games see your little one progress to a confident little swimmer! For older kids we develop stamina and technique. Call 0333 8008 345 for details.
Local classes at:
Preschool dance classes for children aged 18 months to 6 years – fun and informal dance classes, teaching the basics of ballet. Including ballet and tap for boys and girls; babies, tots, toddlers, pre-schoolers and school starters.
Classes are Monday-Saturday in Morley, Middleton, Pudsey, Kirkstall, Yeadon, Alwoodley, Boston Spa, Horsforth, Moortown, Bramhope, Guiseley
Contact Jane or Louise on 07702 965932.
We have trampoline lessons for all abilities! Participants are taught the basic shapes and somersaults, and recreational lessons follow the British Gymnastics reward scheme recording achievements with certificates, badges and medals. Recreational classes from age 3 years, available every day. Contact us to book a free taster session.
Leeds Rebound Gymnastics Centre, 6 Gelderd Trading Estate, LS12 6BD. 0113 243 3881
DAZL – Dance Action Zone Leeds offer safe, fun, energetic and affordable dance classes daily Mon-Sat at venues across South Leeds. DAZL has a focus on participation and reducing inequalities for children and young people across the city of Leeds. Activity is based in venues at the heart of the communities.
Contact 0113 270 6903 (ext 182) or 07519 018675.
Fun and friendly classes in ballet, tap, modern, cheerleading, street and musical theatre. RAD and IDTA. Sibling discounts.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday at East Ardsley Community Centre.
Call 0780 3504207 for details.
Introduce your little one to the wonderful world of yoga!
Babies 12 weeks +
-Tuesday 1.30-2.30 We Are Wellness, Headingley
-Thursday 11-11.45 Horsforth Library
Toddlers 8 months – 4 years
-Friday 10.30-11.15 Horsforth
Kids 4 – 10 years
-Thursday 4.15-5 Bramley Baths
Families (monthly) 3-10 years
-Saturday 10-11 Horsforth
Contact Helen 07764963312 / info@diddlyoms.co.uk
Saturday fun football sessions for boys and girls of all abilities age 3-6 years and 7-12 years. All sessions run by FA Qualified, DBS checked, enthusiastic and friendly coaches.
Sessions run in pre-bookable blocks, for ages 2-5 and 6-12 years.
Scholes Primary School, Station Road. Contact 07950 098 766.
Join Flex dance musical theatre and street dance sessions for children across Leeds. Our mission is to get everyone involved in dance as a means to keeping fit & healthy, our ethos is making friendships, building confidence & most importantly having fun!
Aged 4-11 years.
Contact Steph to book your free trial 07500618613
The Helen Lamb School of Dance trains children of all ages and abilities, to an extremely high standard in ballet, tap, modern jazz, disco, gymnastic dance and musical theatre. We teach the love of dance in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
Classes are held Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the Rothwell Methodist church and Rothwell Scout hut. Contact Helen on 07956 424432.
The Hunslet Club provides a wide ranging evening and weekend programme of youth based activities including football, drama, boxing, Irish dance, cheerleading, gymnastics, street dance and other leisure activities for hundreds of young people every week to help them reach their full potential and enjoy themselves. New members are always welcome.
COVID Update: numbers are restricted, and chairs and tables have been incorporated to enable parents to watch from a seated area.
Junior Kitchen teach, make, bake and decorate with children to create fun but educational cooking workshops.
Junior Kitchen is Open for Bookings: Parties, Tots, One on One, Weekend Baking, Schools, Clubs, Team Building, Cooking Lessons, Baking Lessons. Or Pop in midweek for a Coffee & Cake at the new Bakery and cake stand.
All bookings can be made via website: www.juniorkitchen.co.uk
1D Albion Street, Morley, LS27 8DT. 0113 253 7161
Learn, Grow, Smile. The Kixx programme offers a high energy, fun, creative and age-appropriate introduction to physical activity through football. For boys and girls aged 18 months to 8 years. Focuses on physical and social development.
Sessions run at Football World Academy, Cross Green Business Park; John Charles Leisure Centre, Belle Isle; Morley Leisure Centre, Morley.
With something to suit everyone, Leeds Gymnastics Club is home to a wide range of pre-school classes. Our highly qualified and experienced British Gymnastics coaches will help your little one to develop fundamental movement patterns, along with the basics of gymnastics skills and shapes. Our outstanding facility includes trampolines, foam pits, bars and beams, in which your little gymnast will be able to explore throughout our open play or structured classes.
With the use of songs, fun themes and exploration, our classes are built on the development of movement skills, such as balance, co-ordination and agility.
Daily gymnastics, tumbling and trampolining classes in South Leeds, suitable for age 3+.
Gymnastics promotes co-ordination, balance, flexibility and strength, as well as offering children the opportunity to make friends and have fun whilst working their way through British Gymnastics awards in order to gain badges, medals and certificates! Contact 0113 243 3881 for more info.
Leeds Rebound Gymnastics Centre, 6 Gelderd Trading Estate, LS12 6BD.
FUN filled, non-contact rugby classes for 2-6 year old boys & girls at various venues across South Leeds. Run by an ex semi professional rugby player at Featherstone Rovers and Hunslet Hawks, who is extremely passionate about getting kids active and welcoming new families into the rugby world. Free first session.
Find on Facebook or contact: 07572 420 407
We are an established local school covering a range of classes including: Ballet, Tap, Freestyle/Street dance, Musical Theatre, Modern Jazz, Theatrcraft, and Acro. Age range 3yrs upwards. Teachers CRB/DBS licensed. Give us a call or bob in for a chat.
Weekly classes held at Kippax Community Centre, Gibson Lane, Kippax, Leeds LS25 7BA
Enquiries to Lorraine 07904643502.
A fast growing, fun and friendly football club in the great little village of Methley. Delivering grassroots football to the local community. Teams range from Under 5s to Under 16s. Get in touch for details.
Methley United AFC, Church Lane Playing Fields, Methley LS26 9HN.
40-minute STEM-themed sessions for 2-7yrs, making science fun and enjoyable for pre-school children. With 80 different topics spanning 2 years, your child will learn something new every week. Each session has 2 hands-on experiments, a story and a 2-minute video about the topic of the day.
Classes run in Adel on Friday and Alwoodley on Saturday.
For more information, visit the website www.miniprofessors.com/North-Leeds/home or contact Caroline on: 07779 302442
Whether you’re introducing your little ones to dance for the first time, or your teen is looking to advance their training, the Academy of Northern Ballet Open Classes has something for all.
Our fun-filled children’s classes for ages 18 months – 8 accompanied by live music, are the perfect introduction to dance. Children are encouraged to express themselves through dance and music and build on their natural ability.
Our classes for young people ages 8 – 16, are accompanied by live music and develop each dancer’s technical ability whilst enhancing their presentation skills and musicality. We have a range of classes including specialised pointe classes for suitable students wishing to advance their technique.
Registration for our 22-23 academic year is now open! Find out more about our open classes, training programmes and how to register via this link, email academy@northernballet.com or call on 0113 220 8000.
Mondays, Wednesdays & alternate Saturdays. 3-5pm
Creative activities, sports and games. Pop in and play! Open to all ages.
Rein Park / Kentmere Community Centre
Racquetinis is a sporting activity class for children aged 2-5 years, focusing on racquet sports. Classes aim to develop gross & fine motor skills including running, jumping, balance, ball rolling, throwing, catching, hand-eye coordination.
Location: St Benedict’s Church Garforth, Saturdays: 9.30am-10.10am (2-3.5yrs) 10.15am-10.55am (3.5-5yrs)
Contact: Sarah Geddes Racquetinis@outlook.com / 07412778774 / https://racquetinis.classforkids.io
Here at our family run club the teaching of karate & kick boxing is a full time passion for us, our instructors are martial arts qualified and have been teaching for many years. Check out our fully fitted centre.
Classes run Monday to Saturday – call us today to book your free trial lesson 07557733918
Join us on Saturday mornings for different free craft activities.
We provide the theme and materials – you add your own bit of creative magic!
Take home your creations.
Every week from 11am – 12.15pm.
Leeds City Museum, Cookridge Street, Millennium Square, LS2 8BH. 0113 3785001
FA Charter Standard Community Football Club in Rothwell. Mini Soccer sessions for children under 6 + Junior boys and girls teams from under 7 to under 18 + Open Age mens teams and ladies team.
Saturday morning training sessions.
Rothwell Juniors FC, Fleet Lane, Woodlesford LS26 8NX. 0113 282 4069
Children can start riding from 4 years old in the lead rein lesson and as their skills improve they will be able to move onto the next stage of lessons. As they progress they also learn how to canter, jump, play gymkhana games and take part in extra school holiday activities.
Our fun, structured play sessions take children on a journey of sporting imagination with engaging and energetic coaches teaching how to catch, pass, kick, run with the ball and play as part of a team. Local classes on Saturday mornings for age 2-5years. Call 0345 313 2948 for information.
Kippax leisure centre, Kippax, LS25 7LQ
A non-contact rugby specific play programme for boys and girls aged 2-7 yrs in a fun, energetic and safe environment. Experience rugby skills such as running with the ball, finding space, catching, kicking, scoring a try as well as working in a team and taking turns.
Saturdays 9-11am at Activ Zone, Morley. 07740 858749
Fun non-contact Rugby classes in Morley every week to help develop your child’s skills and confidence. Learn team work & turntaking, running with a ball, finding space, catching, kicking and scoring.
Our popular Saturday classes are the ideal way to start the weekend. Whether it is the first step for an aspiring young dancer or the first time engaging with contemporary dance, we accompany our young participants on their journey.
The Saturday School programme invites children to have fun, develop and learn dancing techniques and encourages participants to get creative all while being supported by our leading dance practitioners.
From 3 years – 18 years.
Phoenix Dance Theatre, St Cecilia Street, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7PA
+44 (0)113 236 8130
Saturday Superstars is Yorkshire Dance’s programme of dance classes and courses for children and young people age 0-16. Children learn from experienced teachers in a friendly, safe and fun environment, where creativity is encouraged and children are able to express themselves through movement.
Classes include Ballet, Rhythm and Tap, Pop Fusion, Street Styles, Parents and Tots.
3 St Peter’s Buildings , St Peter’s Square , Leeds, LS9 8AH. Tel: 0113 243 8765
What a great way to introduce children to scuba diving in a pool in less than six feet of water. Celebrate a birthday by throwing a memorable, exciting Bubblemaker party with friends and family at one of our Scuba Leeds Pool Parties. It’s fun, easy and safe.
Youngsters can join in the family fun of scuba diving or even start a trend! Children should be comfortable in the water, but they don’t have to be super swimmers. With youngsters in mind, the maximum depth is only 2 metres/ 6 feet.
Kids get a chance to:
– Experience what scuba diving is like under the direct care and supervision of PADI instructors
– Take their first breath underwater
– Learn about and use scuba diving equipment
Age 8years +. First & second Saturdays of the month.
Scuba Leeds, Unit 2, Carlton Mills Trading Estate, Pickering St, Leeds, LS12 2QG. 0113 263 8977
SLP Junior Academy offers complete training for children from 2.5 years upwards in all aspects of The Performing Arts, to the highest standard. Acting, Ballet, Jazz, Modern, Musical Theatre, Arco, Tap, Tiny Tots classes. Classes run Monday-Saturday.
All ages, all abilities, all instruments! At South Leeds Music Centre, you will find a class to suit you whether you are a complete beginner or have some experience. We offer a wide range of classes and ensemble groups, from violin & guitar classes to ‘Mini Music Makers’ for under 7’s. Saturdays.
Morley Newlands Primary School, Wide Lane, LS27 8PG. 07545 603954
Spanish classes and one to one tuition in Garforth, Swillington & Kippax taught by fully qualified native speaker teachers. Classes at Garforth Library. Adult classes on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Kids age 4+ on Saturdays 9.15-10am. Contact 0113 287 0772 for details.
Spla
t messy play is the ‘go to’ provider of messy play classes, parties and events for hundreds of children across the UK. Our weekly classes are designed for children aged six months and upwards, and have been specifically developed to encourage each child to learn, discover, explore, and create.
Alternate Saturdays. 10.30am-12pm
Open to all ages. Offering sports.
Email: naomi@ls14trust.org or Call: 07542 337839 for more information.
Rein Park
Stagecoach Garforth provides high quality part time training in the performing arts for children aged 4-6 & 6-18 years. Our aim is to nurture and develop young potential by providing children with the opportunity to participate in drama, dance and singing classes – helping them to develop confidence and life skills.
Contact 07708 702 745.
Striker 4 Tots is Leeds City Council’s introduction to the fundamentals of football through fun exercises and physical activities. Developing children’s agility, balance and coordination, ball skills, social skills and encouraging an active lifestyle.
Classes every Saturday during term time at Middleton Leisure Centre (LS10 4AX) for ages 2-4 years. Call 0113 3782455.
Striker Tots teaches and develops basic football skills eg dribbling, passing, shooting and heading. Sessions also benefit children’s fitness, balance, co-ordination and social skills. From confident walkers up to 6 years. See www.strikertots.co.uk for more details.
Local classes:
Mondays – Morley
Wednesdays – Morley / Ossett
Thursdays – Cleckheaton / Birstall
Fridays – Morley / Armley
Saturdays – Morley / Wakefield / AberfordCurrently on hold 18.10.20
Sundays – Ossett / Morley / Cleckheaton
Community supported agriculture scheme based in the historic Georgian Walled Garden at Swillington Organic Farm. Sign up to an annual veg box subscription and come along on a Saturday to help with the growing and get your hands dirty in the garden. Children get to help out with the planting at the monthly Kids Club.
Swilling ton Farm, Swillington, LS26 8QA
Ensure that your children grow up to be strong, confident swimmers – get them swimming early! Our children’s lessons run on Saturdays & Sundays, following the ASA Learn to Swim Framework. Wide range of classes available, suitable from 4 months to 16 years. Contact 0113 343 5095 for more information.
The Edge Pool, Leeds University, LS2 9JT
The Hunslet Club delivers a range of activities to children and young people aged from 18 months to 25 years. Regular weekly classes include gymnastics, boxing, football, rugby, dance, hip hop, cheer dance, majorettes, drama, ballet and tap.
Open 7 days a week with activities running 4pm–9pm weekdays and 9am-2pm weekends. Call 0113 271 6489 for details.
Tom Ball Live encompasses an Academy in Musical Theatre, Agency and Production Company. Our Academy specialises in dance, singing and drama. Private or group lessons. Combined or individual disciplines. Exams & productions. From 2.5yrs+. Find us online or call for info 0113 273 4843.
Dance school in Garforth offering ballet, tap, modern, singing, gymnastics, national, jazz & hip-hop. With the opportunity to be involed in competitions, shows, galas and events. From age 2. Find our class timetable online or call for details.
We offer classes in ballet, tap, modern jazz, theatre craft, musical theatre, freestyle and cheerleading. School holiday workshops, competitions and shows. Classes run Monday to Saturday, from age 2 years. Find us online or call for information.
Zest Dance Studios, Woodkirk Valley Country Club, WF12 7JL. 07949 148328
