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Cooking Classes for Toddlers in Upper East Side, NYC

30 upcoming · 2 local studios

The Upper East Side has 94 cooking classes across two studios, with most programs blending cooking activities into broader gym and movement classes for toddlers and preschoolers. Gymtime dominates the schedule with combined gym-cooking sessions for ages 18 months through five years, while The Zing! Studio offers occasional cooking-focused mornings at $40 per session. Filter by your child's age group to find sessions that fit your weekly routine.

Upcoming classes

Zing! Connect Presents: Celebrating When Life Happens — A Feel-Good Morning for Moms & KidsFrom $40

Zing! Connect Presents: Celebrating When Life Happens — A Feel-Good Morning for Moms & Kids

Sat, May 16 · 10:30 AM

The Zing! Studio · Upper East Side

Zing! Connect Presents: Celebrating When Life Happens — A Feel-Good Morning for Moms & Kids Saturday, May 16 10:30–11:45 AM The Zing! Studio, 1732 1st Ave, NYC Ready for a morning that fills your cup while your little one has the time of their life? In honor of Mother’s Day and Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re bringing together movement, connection, expert advice, and pure joy—all in one uplifting experience designed just for moms and their kids. 💛 Here’s what your morning will look like: We’ll kick things off with a high-energy Mommy & Me workout led by the Zing! Fit Team—think laughter, movement, and bonding that boosts both your moods instantly. Then, while your kids enjoy fun wellness treats and activities with Zing! and our friends at Evereden team, you’ll get something just for you: An inspiring, real-talk session with Dr. Rachel , Author of When Life Happens and Michele Levy, Founder of Zing! Kids Fitness , where you’ll build your personal “mom toolbox” —practical ways to feel calmer, more confident, and ready for whatever life throws your way. And because no Zing! event is complete without a little magic… We’ll wrap it all up with a dance party + breathwork session so everyone leaves feeling refreshed, recharged, and—of course— amaZING . Every family goes home with an incredible gift bag , including: A signed copy of When Life Happens by Dr. Rachel Goodies from amazing women-owned brands like Laura Geller, Evereden, Sippi Kids, Padoca Bakery, Sundays Studio, Bliss Spa, Aleavia Skincare, Glady Sorted & Zing! Designed for moms with kids ages 2–6 Questions? hello@zing-kids.com $40 per family ✨ Spots are limited—and this will fill fast. Grab your spot, bring your little one, and give yourself a morning that feels as good as it looks.

Ages 2–6
PEP PLUS D ON MY OWNcooking

PEP PLUS D ON MY OWN

Mon, May 18 · 10:00 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

In our gentle separation PEP+ class, children enjoy our gym, art, cooking, and music classes all while fostering confidence and independence as they prepare seamlessly for preschool.

Ages 2–3
PEP A (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP A (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, May 18 · 10:05 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Young children explore cooking and gym activities, with a hands-on cooking class focusing on basic culinary exploration, while in gym children develop strength and coordination. This class fosters both a love for food and a passion for exercise, creating a well-rounded and healthy foundation for their development.

Ages 2–2
PEP B (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP B (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, May 18 · 11:40 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Young children explore cooking and gym activities, with a hands-on cooking class focusing on basic culinary exploration, while in gym children develop strength and coordination. This class fosters both a love for food and a passion for exercise, creating a well-rounded and healthy foundation for their development.

Ages 2–3
KITCHEN LITTLEcooking

KITCHEN LITTLE

Mon, May 18 · 3:30 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

In this immersive cooking class, budding chefs embark on a culinary adventure, learning essential skills like mixing, measuring, baking, and roasting, nurturing a lifelong passion for cooking and expanding their eating habits with hands-on experiences.

Ages 3–5
(CANCELLED) PEP H (GYM/COOKING)cooking

(CANCELLED) PEP H (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, May 18 · 3:30 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Kids will love this exciting combo of cooking and gym time! Designed for 3–4-year-olds, this class lets little ones explore basic kitchen skills while also building strength, balance, and coordination through fun, active play. It’s the perfect mix of movement and hands-on creativity, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Ages 3–5
PEP I (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP I (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, May 18 · 4:15 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Kids will love this exciting combo of cooking and gym time! Designed for 3–4-year-olds, this class lets little ones explore basic kitchen skills while also building strength, balance, and coordination through fun, active play. It’s the perfect mix of movement and hands-on creativity, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Ages 3–5
PEP PLUS Acooking

PEP PLUS A

Tue, May 19 · 10:05 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–3
PEP PLUS Bcooking

PEP PLUS B

Tue, May 19 · 10:20 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–2
PEP PLUS D ON MY OWNcooking

PEP PLUS D ON MY OWN

Wed, May 20 · 10:00 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

In our gentle separation PEP+ class, children enjoy our gym, art, cooking, and music classes all while fostering confidence and independence as they prepare seamlessly for preschool.

Ages 2–3
PEP PLUS Acooking

PEP PLUS A

Thu, May 21 · 10:05 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–3
PEP PLUS Bcooking

PEP PLUS B

Thu, May 21 · 10:10 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–2
PEP PLUS D ON MY OWNcooking

PEP PLUS D ON MY OWN

Mon, May 25 · 10:00 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

In our gentle separation PEP+ class, children enjoy our gym, art, cooking, and music classes all while fostering confidence and independence as they prepare seamlessly for preschool.

Ages 2–3
PEP A (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP A (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, May 25 · 10:05 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Young children explore cooking and gym activities, with a hands-on cooking class focusing on basic culinary exploration, while in gym children develop strength and coordination. This class fosters both a love for food and a passion for exercise, creating a well-rounded and healthy foundation for their development.

Ages 2–2
PEP B (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP B (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, May 25 · 11:40 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Young children explore cooking and gym activities, with a hands-on cooking class focusing on basic culinary exploration, while in gym children develop strength and coordination. This class fosters both a love for food and a passion for exercise, creating a well-rounded and healthy foundation for their development.

Ages 2–3
KITCHEN LITTLEcooking

KITCHEN LITTLE

Mon, May 25 · 3:30 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

In this immersive cooking class, budding chefs embark on a culinary adventure, learning essential skills like mixing, measuring, baking, and roasting, nurturing a lifelong passion for cooking and expanding their eating habits with hands-on experiences.

Ages 3–5
(CANCELLED) PEP H (GYM/COOKING)cooking

(CANCELLED) PEP H (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, May 25 · 3:30 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Kids will love this exciting combo of cooking and gym time! Designed for 3–4-year-olds, this class lets little ones explore basic kitchen skills while also building strength, balance, and coordination through fun, active play. It’s the perfect mix of movement and hands-on creativity, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Ages 3–5
PEP I (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP I (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, May 25 · 4:15 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Kids will love this exciting combo of cooking and gym time! Designed for 3–4-year-olds, this class lets little ones explore basic kitchen skills while also building strength, balance, and coordination through fun, active play. It’s the perfect mix of movement and hands-on creativity, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Ages 3–5
PEP PLUS Acooking

PEP PLUS A

Tue, May 26 · 10:05 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–3
PEP PLUS Bcooking

PEP PLUS B

Tue, May 26 · 10:20 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–2
PEP PLUS D ON MY OWNcooking

PEP PLUS D ON MY OWN

Wed, May 27 · 10:00 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

In our gentle separation PEP+ class, children enjoy our gym, art, cooking, and music classes all while fostering confidence and independence as they prepare seamlessly for preschool.

Ages 2–3
PEP PLUS Acooking

PEP PLUS A

Thu, May 28 · 10:05 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–3
PEP PLUS Bcooking

PEP PLUS B

Thu, May 28 · 10:10 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–2
PEP PLUS D ON MY OWNcooking

PEP PLUS D ON MY OWN

Mon, Jun 1 · 10:00 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

In our gentle separation PEP+ class, children enjoy our gym, art, cooking, and music classes all while fostering confidence and independence as they prepare seamlessly for preschool.

Ages 2–3
PEP A (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP A (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, Jun 1 · 10:05 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Young children explore cooking and gym activities, with a hands-on cooking class focusing on basic culinary exploration, while in gym children develop strength and coordination. This class fosters both a love for food and a passion for exercise, creating a well-rounded and healthy foundation for their development.

Ages 2–2
PEP B (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP B (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, Jun 1 · 11:40 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Young children explore cooking and gym activities, with a hands-on cooking class focusing on basic culinary exploration, while in gym children develop strength and coordination. This class fosters both a love for food and a passion for exercise, creating a well-rounded and healthy foundation for their development.

Ages 2–3
KITCHEN LITTLEcooking

KITCHEN LITTLE

Mon, Jun 1 · 3:30 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

In this immersive cooking class, budding chefs embark on a culinary adventure, learning essential skills like mixing, measuring, baking, and roasting, nurturing a lifelong passion for cooking and expanding their eating habits with hands-on experiences.

Ages 3–5
(CANCELLED) PEP H (GYM/COOKING)cooking

(CANCELLED) PEP H (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, Jun 1 · 3:30 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Kids will love this exciting combo of cooking and gym time! Designed for 3–4-year-olds, this class lets little ones explore basic kitchen skills while also building strength, balance, and coordination through fun, active play. It’s the perfect mix of movement and hands-on creativity, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Ages 3–5
PEP I (GYM/COOKING)cooking

PEP I (GYM/COOKING)

Mon, Jun 1 · 4:15 PM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

Kids will love this exciting combo of cooking and gym time! Designed for 3–4-year-olds, this class lets little ones explore basic kitchen skills while also building strength, balance, and coordination through fun, active play. It’s the perfect mix of movement and hands-on creativity, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Ages 3–5
PEP PLUS Acooking

PEP PLUS A

Tue, Jun 2 · 10:05 AM

Gymtime · Upper East Side

The ultimate combo! Children engage in gym, art, cooking, and music to develop physical, cognitive, creative, and culinary skills, fostering growth, creativity, and boundless fun in every session.

Ages 2–3

Local studios

Gymtime
Upper East Side
Zing! for Kids
Upper East Side

Frequently asked

What ages are cooking classes for in Upper East Side?

Most cooking classes in Upper East Side run for ages 3 years through 12 years. Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.

How much do cooking classes cost in Upper East Side?

Prices in Upper East Side range from about $35 through $75 per class; ingredient cost is typically included. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.

Do I need to register in advance for cooking classes?

Most studio-run cooking classes require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park cooking programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.