classes in the west
Mamma's mission is to give you a little inspiration for 'stuff to do' for you and the crew Everything here has been tried out and tested so you'll find heaps of options plus a handy map, making it easier to uncover something new.
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Mesh Mash was created in 2014 as a way to help and engage local youth through art and design.
If there’s one thing that Mamma appreciates, it’s having options - and this is why drop-in classes are so fantastic! Especially for toddler parents, because who ever KNOWS how the day will pan out!?
Got a little Superhero who loves to flip and tumble? Athleta Gymnastics is the place for you!
Mamma always leaves this place with a big smile on her face! There’s no need to look any further for play-based learning, physical development skills, great value and FUN! Essendon Keilor Gymnastics Academy is one of the biggest gymnasiums in Melbourne, running weekly activities and classes suitable for babies, pre-schoolers and school-aged children as well as holiday programs, birthday parties and more!
Ready for some fun? The open gym sessions are a great way to have some indoor fun with the little ones. Perfect for pre-school kids (1-5yo) - Mamma says let your kids run foot loose and fancy free at these relaxed sessions.
Mamma had to contain her dancing feet, not to mention her off key singing voice and not join the kids rocking it out to The Beatles!
A mums group session on the bowling green - Mamma likes the sound of that!
Every Monday (excluding public holidays) 9:30am to 10am at the Newport Community Hub
SATURDAYS - NEW TIME! 10:30am - runs all year long. Trust Mamma when she says it's worth your while to drop into Newport Library for Storytime.
Lucky for us and our kids - Anna K has thrown open her studio doors to pass on her knowledge and creativity in her new art classes
How does that work? Which way will that wheel turn? This is a pretty cool way to get some answers to those trickier questions!
Wanna add a bit of music to your days? The Hey Dee Ho 'parent and child' sessions are fantastic. We visited the Yarraville session and the space is warm and bright and packed with lots of fun interactive age appropriate activities - it is hard NOT to join in so Mamma always has as much fun as the little ones at this high energy, active class.
The biggest difference between The Music Playground and other music classes for children is they teach using the Suzuki philosophy and method.
Trust Mamma you will be talking about these sessions long after they have finished. Who knew SLIME was so rad!
NEW CLASSES - The Rhythm Tree music program is setting down some roots in the WEST!
WOW! Craftercise raises the bar for childhood development and learning, mixed with stacks of fun in Melbourne's West.
This class gives Mamma warm fuzzies all over. Welcome to Intergenerational Music Sessons -a music class conducted in the community lounge of an aged care facility.
School holiday programs here are PACKED full of gymnastic fun.
Fly, jump and twirl into some school holiday fun with the guys at Team Adrenalin.
The Footscray Community Arts Centre put on some great programs for our community and this pre-school art session is just the ticket to stretch those creative fingers and minds.
Lisa clearly loves doing what she does and the kids love and trust her. Mamma couldn't recommend these sessions enough - keep an eye out for her school holidays sessions too!
Little Art Big Art are great for their term based lessons and have fantastic holiday programs also!
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12:30pm - 1:25pm, during school term. Your little one will love having 'run of the mill' access to the gym during these open sessions. This is seriously good fun and a great way to burn off some energy and check out the facilities here.
Offering individually tailored Flute lessons, Recorder lessons, Suzuki Method & Music Theory to folks in Melbourne's West. Meet Local Mamma Kaylene Brooks, owner of Flutes Out West and a very talented musician and teacher of Flute and Recorder.
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Yes, it is! The Interactive Flying Display at the Point Cook RAAF Base is like your very own airshow.
This is an exercise class with a difference, you wear your Little One in an ergonomic carrier (Manduca/Ergo etc) whilst doing a simple aerobics style workout. Getting active, groovy tunes, building muscle strength, laughing and smiling. Kangatraining is FUN.
Casual Friday and Monday classes available. No bookings required, suitable from 10mths old.
Awesome school holiday programs on offer here at the 100 Story Building. The space is cool, clever and quirky making this the perfect place to build and nurture literacy skills. Be careful not to fall down the trap door to the 99 floors below! This literacy social enterprise is open to kids, from all walks of life right across the Inner West.
Mamma always leaves this place with a big smile on her face! There’s no need to look any further for play-based learning, physical development skills, great value and FUN! Essendon Keilor Gymnastics Academy is one of the biggest gymnasiums in Melbourne, running weekly activities and classes suitable for babies, pre-schoolers and school-aged children as well as holiday programs, birthday parties and more!
Every Monday (excluding public holidays) 9:30am to 10am at the Newport Community Hub
SATURDAYS - NEW TIME! 10:30am - runs all year long. Trust Mamma when she says it's worth your while to drop into Newport Library for Storytime.
These high energy, fast paced, knock your socks off music class for you and your youngsters. Razz runs the class with gusto so come prepared to dance, drum, sing and most importantly, have loads of fun!
Come prepared to enjoy a high-energy hour of craft, songs and tales with artistic songstress and bookshop owner Dharma, accompanied by her trusty guitar and ukulele. Perfect for 1-5 year olds!
Learning to swim is a great activity and a fantastic life skill to have. In Mamma's house both the Little and the Big people look forward to pool time all year round. Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre is buzzing with atmosphere and offers loads of class options for your babes and beyond.
Term based classes on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Playgroups are a great way to meet other parents and encourage friendships among our little people. This is a lovely playgroup where you can expect a well structured Steiner based session with a focus on song, play and routine rhythm.