Drop in classes
My daughter’s daycare is closed next week and I would like to take her to some drop in classes to introduce her to new things. She is 3 years old. Are there any suggestions on dance studios, art studios, ice skating, karate, gymnastics that offer drop in or free trial classes?
Jun 13, 2024
Parent Replies
Berkeley City Ballet offers a free trial class for all new students!
I have a three year old. I know Soccer Shots is having a free trial weekend class either this week or next and they take as young as 2. Tutu school always offers the first class free when you sign up online so that is an option. I'm not aware of drop in gymnastics for that age during the week but on weekends iflip in Richmond by Point Isabel has an open gym. It is all ages so that may or may not be comfortable and there is not instruction at that time. During the week they have classes for that age but they may be full. If you are open to driving they have ice skating lessons for that age at Snoopys Home Ice in Santa Rosa and it is next to a very cute childrens museum. And next week there are several free options through the City of Berkeley--a drop in free play time for under 5s at Frances Albrier Community Center on Tues and Thurs morning (can see more on Berkeley Rep) and also a free community carnival with a special tot area on Thursday at Grove St Park. I know all this b/c my 3 yo is out of school and doing an afternoon only camp so I did a lot of digging. There are also story times at all the libraries Mon-Fri morning (usually around 10 or 10:30am) which you can find on Berkeley Public Library or Albany Library. We have not done any martial arts so I don't know about that.
Ruby's tumbling, the busy bee, swings and things all offer drop in classes. and Bober tea has a lovely bright pink indoor soft play area if you want a moment to enjoy a boba and a donut to yourself and let your little one play!