Tiny toes, big twirls, and lots of ballet fun! This sweet and playful class introduces little dancers to the magic of ballet through music, imagination, and movement. Dancers will learn beginner ballet positions, practice pointed toes and graceful arms, and explore twirls, jumps, and beautiful ballet shapes. Along the way, they’ll build balance, coordination, musicality, and confidence while letting their personalities shine! No prior dance experience necessary! Caregivers: Caregivers are welcome to join us in the studio for the first 5 minutes to help little dancers get settled. After that, dancers will continue class independently while caregivers watch from the lobby on our live viewing screen.
From $42West Side Dance Studio · Upper West Side
Hip Hop (8-12) develops rhythm, control, and confidence through more detailed footwork, grooves, and combinations that emphasize musicality and individual expression.
From $40West Side Dance Studio · Upper West Side
Acro (8-12) develops balance, flexibility, and strength through across-the-floor tumbling, partner skills, power skills, and more connected acrobatic sequences.
From $42West Side Dance Studio · Upper West Side
Beginner Tap builds on foundational tap skills with longer combinations, more complex rhythms, and increased use of arm placement. Dancers strengthen timing, coordination, and musical awareness through structured patterns.
From $42West Side Dance Studio · Upper West Side
Ballet (5-8) focuses on classical ballet technique at the barre, in center, and across the floor. Dancers develop posture, alignment, balance, and coordination while performing age-appropriate combinations.
outdoorFrom $750Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side
15 Thursdays (except Nov 26, Dec 24, + Dec 31) Little swimmers nearly turning three are gently guided toward true independent swimming with the security of grown-ups at hand. Children continue to learn how to be safe and more self-confident in the water while reaching exciting early swimming milestones, such as coordinated movements!
showFREETucker Square Thu Greenmarket · Upper West Side
Tucker Square Thu Greenmarket is an open-air farmers market at 66th St & Broadway, New York. Hours: Thu 8am-4pm. Season: Year-round. Free to visit — no ticket and no registration. SNAP/EBT is accepted here. Listed by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (data.ny.gov farmers' market directory).
movementFrom $750Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side
15 Thursdays (except Dec 24 + Dec 31) Toddlers of mixed ages learn primary swim skills including submersions with kicks, back floats, and rollover breathing while enjoying a variety of songs, games, and water play designed to strengthen their comfort and command in the water, while preparing them to move confidently into their first drop-off swim class.
storytimeGymboree Play & Music, Upper West Side · Upper West Side
Where they are:We welcome all children, at all levels of development! Come explore our playscapes, for some unguided play time.What to expect in class:Children are given free range to explore the set-ups, with their adults within a hug’s reach. Let your child take the lead and run out some wiggles! Special Open Gym times will sometimes have extra activities like a no-mess art activity, a story-time or a surprise visit from Gymbo!