Classes and playgroups
Norwich and the surrounding areas are a fantastic place for bringing up children.
Below is a list of local classes throughout the week and also some details of all the children’s activities and classes further afield. Please contact the organisers directly if you would like to find out further information or to confirm class times or costs.
If you know of any other classes or groups which are not already listed, then please contact us here. Basic listings are free. For information on featured listings and advertising rates please click here.
The Garage, 14 Chapel Field N, Norwich NR2 1NY
All ages 1 year to 50+
Looking to start your little one’s creative journey? The Garage Norwich’s My First classes use theatre, dance and music to help their communication, confidence, cognitive and motor skills blossom. Fly through space, explore underwater worlds or dance in imaginary muddy puddles. For preschoolers to Year 13s, The Garage has a range of creative classes that’ll help them learn new skills or develop technique. Budding actors will love sinking their teeth into next year’s summer production of Dracula! It’s an all-singing, all-dancing Victorian vampire spectacular.
Booking is now open. Looking for something to do yourself? Whether you’re picking up an old hobby or want to try something new, The Garage has classes for all ages and abilities. The autumn term saw the return of its fitness classes offering seated Pilates, mat Pilates, ballet barre Pilates and Lunch Fit. Tasters range from £10-£17.50.
Visit the classes section of its website, email [email protected], call 01603 283382 or pop into the Chapel Field North performing arts centre.
Visit the website today or give its friendly front of house team a call on the number below and to keep up-to-date with the latest on what’s happening at The Garage, follow on socials (below) or sign up to get its monthly newsletter.
City Academy, Norwich, NR4 7LP
The Workshop Studios is an artistic training venue offering high quality Dance and Theatre education for Pre-School to Pre-Vocational. Our all-round training includes class work, performance opportunities, choreographic projects, guest workshops and exams.
8 week summer courses available to book at various venues across Norwich including Sprowston, Horsford, Old Catton, Frettenham and Swardeston.
All Stars Cricket is a nationwide initiative from the England and Wales Cricket Board aimed at providing children aged five to eight with a great first experience in cricket.
Check their website for latest course dates: Registrations for All Stars Cricket and Dynamos Cricket will open on 3 April 2024.
Checked 27/03/24
Address: St Mary Magdalene Church Hall, Silver Rd, Norwich NR3 4TF
Day: Mondays
Times: 3.45-4.45pm
Description: After school art club, snack and drink provided.
Term-Time / Year Round: Term-Time
Cost: £1 per family, free taster session
Type: PAYG, Pre-Book
Contact: [email protected] / 07415015441
Last Update: 16/09/24
2nd Hellesdon Scout Centre, Middletons Lane, Norwich NR6 5NG
An innovative alternative for home educated children, three days per week in Norwich. We are welcoming applications for children aged 6-11.
Visit the Bamble website for more information, or the Facebook/Instagram page
Updated 15/01/24
Address: Europa House, Europa Way, Martineau Lane, Norwich, NR1 2EN
Day: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
Mondays: Tumble 4-5pm / Cheer 5-6.30pm
Tuesdays: Dance & Tumble 4-5pm / Cheer 4-5 and 4.50-6.20pm / Tumble 6.20-7.50 & 7.45-9.15pm
Thursdays: Cheer 4-5pm / Tumble 5-6pm / Cheer 6-7.30pm / 7.30-9pm
Fridays: Cheer 4-5pm / Cheer 5-6pm / Advanced Tumble 6-7.30pm
Saturdays: Cheer 9.30-10.30am / Cheer 10.45-12.15pm / Beginners Tumble 12.30-2pm / Intermediate & Advanced Tumble 12.30-2pm
Term-Time / Year Round: Term Time
Cost: Varies by class, check website for details
Type: Pre-Book
Contact: [email protected]
Last Update: 16/09/24
CrossFit Spitfire, 175 Salhouse Road, Norwich, NR7 9AQ
Spitfire Kids – Ages 5-11 Years
Mon / Weds / Fri: 1600 – 1645
Membership – £34 Per Month Unlimited Classes, No Contract.
10 Class Pack – £49 (Must be used within 3 Months of purchase)
Spitfire Teens – Ages 12-16 Years
Mon / Weds / Fri: 1645 – 1730
Membership – £39 Per Month Unlimited Classes, No Contract.
10 Class Pack – £54 (Must be used within 3 Months of purchase)
CrossFit Spitfire Kids is a professional specialised programme in Norwich aimed to develop children’s fitness and skills at a young age, helping them as they grow to become fitter and stronger. All kids aged between 6-15 years are welcome to come along.
Call 07825 301001 or email [email protected].
Checked 27/03/24
Address: The Willow Centre, Roundhouse Park, Cringleford, NR4 7JJ & Eaton Park Primary School, Duverlin Close, Norwich NR4 6HS
Day: Mondays & Thursdays (Cringleford) & Saturdays (Eaton)
Times: Varying times by age group
Description: Children’s dance classes covering Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz and Acrobatics
Term-Time / Year Round: Term-Time
Cost: Cost depending on length of lesson, from £5.50
Type: Block Book
Contact: Julie Gibbon 01603 261769 or Debbie Hawkins 01603 819036
Last Update: 08/01/2025
Tiny Tigers Karate is an exciting motor skill development system for children aged 4-6 years that improves emotional and physical intelligence.
The Dojo Norwich, 3 Burton Road, Norwich, Norfolk NR6 6AX
Mondays: (5-6pm) Beginner to Purple & White Belt 4th Kyu (6 Years +) / 6.15-7.15pm Open Dojo – All Grades (6 Years +) / 7.30-8pm Brown Belt 3rd Kyu, Brown & White Belt 2nd Kyu and Brown & Double White Belt 1st Kyu (6 Years +) and Black Belt (All Ages)
Tuesdays: (5-6pm) Beginner to Purple & White Belt 4th Kyu (6 Years +) / 6.15-7.15pm Open Dojo – All Grades (6 Years +)
Wednesdays: 4-4.45pm Tiny Tigers (4-6 Years) / 5-6pm Beginner to Purple & White Belt 4th Kyu (6 Years +) / 6.15-7.15pm Brown Belt, Brown & White Belt, Brown & Double White Belt and Black Belt 3rd Kyu – Dan Grade (6 Years +)
Thursdays: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Beginner, White Belt, Red Belt and Orange Belt 10th, 9th and 8th Kyu (6 Years +) / 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Purple Belt and Purple-White Belt 7th, 6th, 5th and 4th Kyu (6 Years +) / 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm Brown Belt 3rd Kyu, Brown & White Belt 2nd Kyu and Brown & Double White Belt 1st Kyu (6 Years +)
Fridays: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm Tiny Tigers (4-6 Years) / 5:15 pm – 6:00 pm Junior Circular Fitness (6-13 Years)
Saturdays: 9:00 am – 10:00 am Beginner, White Belt, Red Belt and Orange Belt 10th, 9th and 8th Kyu (6 Years +) / 10:15 am – 11:15 am Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Purple Belt and Purple-White Belt 7th, 6th, 5th and 4th Kyu (6 Years +) / 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Brown Belt, Brown & White Belt, Brown & Double White Belt and Black Belt 3rd Kyu – Dan Grade (6 Years +)
Sundays: 9:00 am – 9:45 am Tiny Tigers (4-6 Years) / 10:15 am – 11:15 am Beginner to Purple & White Belt 4th Kyu (6 Years +) / 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Brown Belt, Brown & White Belt, Brown & Double White Belt and Black Belt 3rd Kyu – Dan Grade (6 Years +)
The Hewett Academy – Eileen Ash Sports Hall, Hall Road, Norwich, NR1 2PL
Thursdays: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
Saturdays: 9:00 am – 9:45 am Tiny Tigers (4-6 Years) / 10:00 am – 11:00 am Beginner to Black Belt – All Grades (6 Years +)
Long Stratton Leisure Centre, Swan Ln, Long Stratton, Norwich NR15 2UY
Mondays: 6.30-7.30pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
ESKA Karate at Dussindale Centre Norwich NR7 0SR
Tuesdays: 4.30-5.30pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
ESKA Karate at Hethersett Old Hall, NR9 3DW
Tuesdays: 6.30-7.30pm Beginner to Purple & White Belt 4th Kyu (6 Years +) / 7.30-8.30pm Brown Belt 3rd Kyu & Above (6 Years +)
Fridays: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
ESKA Karate at City Academy Norwich NR4 7LP
Wednesdays: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm From 27th March 2024 – Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
Aylsham High School Karate, NR11 6AN
Wednesdays: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
ESKA Karate at Easton College NR9 5DU
Thursdays: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
ESKA Karate at Wymondham Leisure Centre NR18 0NT
Thursdays: 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
Saturdays: 9:30 am – 10:30 am Beginner to Orange Belt 8th Kyu (6 Years +) / 10:30 am – 11:30 am Yellow Belt 7th Kyu to Black Belt (6 Years +)
Sundays: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
ESKA Karate at The Willow Centre NR4 7JJ
Fridays: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
Framingham Earl Sports Centre Karate NR14 7QP
Fridays: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
Sundays: 9:00 am – 10:00 am Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
ESKA Karate at Dereham Leisure Centre NR19 1DF
Sundays: 9:30 am – 10:30 am Beginner to Black Belts – All Grades (6 Years +)
Contact 01603 418751 for more information.
Updated 01/04/24
Weekly meetings of girls at lots of locations across Norwich
Rainbows – age 4-7
Brownies – age 7-10
Guides – age 10-14
Girlguiding gives girls the opportunity to have fun, adventure and try new things with friends.
Check the Girlguiding website for locations and contact details of all local groups.
Address: Avian Dance Studio, Vulcan Road North, Norwich, NR6 6AQ & NR12 Fitness Gym & Studio, Hoveton NR12 8QJ
Day: Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday.
Times: Visit website for timetable
Description: From the moment they take their first steps, your little one can learn to hop, skip, jump, balance, spin and swing. Gymnastics helps to develop strength, coordination and flexibility as well as improving fitness.
Term-Time / Year Round: Term Time
Cost: From £6.75 per session, paid in advance (varies by class), some classes require British Gymnastics membership £14pa
Type: Block Book
Contact: [email protected]
Last Update: 17/12/2024
Norfolk Hoopstars is a community interest company dedicated to increase basketball participation across Norfolk for individuals of all ages and skill levels.
All Girls Session
Mondays: 18:00 to 19:00 : For girls in Year 1 to 13, Hellesdon High School, 187 Middletons Ln, Norwich NR6 5SB
Community Hubs
Our 14 community hubs run weekly sessions for children aged from 5 – 18 years old. With various locations around Norfolk, the primary goal for our community hubs is to provide grassroots opportunity for players to explore and develop their game with the support of our community hub coaches. Visit website for locations & times/days
HOOPZ – SEND Sessions
Sundays: Weekly SEND Basketball for Disabled Children (Aged 5-18), £7 per session at City Academy Norwich. Visit website for dates / times.
WHEELZ
Sundays: WHEELZ Junior (Ages 5-18), £7 per session at City Academy Norwich. Visit website for dates / times.
Updated 03/06/24
Weekly, term-time and holiday football courses for ages 2-11 at venues across Norwich.
Disability football, water exercise and dance courses also available.
Call 01603 984000 to find out more and book.
Monday: Jessopp Road Scout Hut, Norwich NR2 3JF (3:30 – 4:30pm).
Art club is a friendly group for 5-11 year olds meeting every Monday. Sessions booked in blocks and each one focussing on a theme exploring different techniques to make arts and crafts.
£40 for 5 sessions. Find them on Facebook for more info and to book!
Address: The Oak Circus Centre, St Michael Coslany Church, 1 Oak Street, Norwich NR3 3AE
Day: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays
Times: Visit website for full timetable
Description: Improve your child’s confidence and coordination in a non-competitive environment. We offer classes from ages 3 – 18 for all levels and include performance opportunities in our yearly program.
Term-Time / Year Round: Term Time / Additional Classes in Holidays
Cost: Varies by class, visit website for details
Type: Block Book
Contact: 07356032489 / [email protected]
Last Update: 17/12/2024
Heather Avenue Infant School
Mondays: After School Multi-Activity Club, 15th April 2024 – 15th July 2024. Course starts on Mon 15th April 2024 Times: 15:00 – 16:00, Age Range: 4-11, Year Group: R-Y6
Saint Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic School
Tuesdays: Basketball Club, 8th January-16th February, 3.25-4.25pm. £19.80, £4.95 per session. Year 2-8
Ashleigh Primary School
Tuesdays: Football After School Club, 8th January-22nd March, 3-4pm. £36, £4.50 per session. Year 3-6
St Mary’s Roman Catholic Primary School
Tuesdays: Multi-Sport After School Club, 29th January – 29th March, 3.15-4.15pm, £16, £2 per session. Year Reception-6
Hemblington Primary School
Thursdays: Gymnastic Club, 8th January-22nd March, 3-4pm. £36, £4.50 per session. Year Reception-6
Find more information on Facebook or their website.
Updated 29/01/24
Weekly meetings of boys and girls at lots of locations across Norwich
Beavers – age 6-8
Cubs – age 8-10.5
Scouts – age 10.5-14
Scouting actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. Gives children the opportunity to try new things and make new friends.
Check the Scouts website for locations and contact details of all local groups.
Sesma Studio, Unit 19, Drayton Ind Est, Taverham Rd, Norwich NR8 6RL
Mondays: 4pm, Little Dragons 4-6 years olds & 5pm Beginners and low grades Karate
Tuesdays: 4pm, Little Dragons 4-6 years olds & 5pm Beginners and low grades Karate
Thursdays: 4pm, Little Dragons 4-6 years olds & 5pm Beginners and low grades Karate
Saturdays: 5pm Little Dragons & 6pm Beginners and low grades Karate
Contact 01603 528689 for more information.
Updated 15/02/24
Address: Easton College, Bawburgh Rd, Easton, Norwich NR9 5DU (Saturdays) & Bob Carter Centre, 11 School Rd, Drayton, Norwich NR8 6DW (Mondays)
Day: Mondays & Saturdays
Times: 3.45-5.15pm (Sat) or 4.10-5.40pm (Mon)
Description: A Fun family fitness on skates, adult participation strongly encouraged. We have volunteers on hand to help beginners get started, we organise games and you can earn graded certificates.
Term-Time / Year Round: Term Time
Cost: £5 per person, £1 skate hire or bring your own
Type: PAYG, No pre-booking required
Contact: Skate Norfolk Facebook or website
Last Update: 30/12/2024
Address: 16 Market Pl, Wymondham NR18 0AX
Mondays: 4.15pm Fashion & Textiles Class 9+
Tuesdays: 4pm Art Space 11+
Thursdays: 1.30pm Home Ed Art Class 6+ & 4pm Art Club 5+
Saturdays: 10am Explore Art Class 11+
Description: Great art classes for all kids all abilities.
Term-Time / Year Round: Term-Time
Cost: TBC
Type: Book Ahead
Contact: 07985540703
Last Update: 01/09/24
Address: The Nest, Holt Road, Horsford, Norfolk, NR10 3AQ
Day: Play & Eat’ is available every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Times: 4pm – 6pm
Description: Every evening, from 5pm, we’ll serve up a new meal, including family favourites like vegetarian lasagne, mango & lime chicken, tacos, and jacket potatoes with various tasty toppings. For the first hour, from 4pm, children and their parents or carers can enjoy either the Challenge Woods outdoor play area or have a kick about on one of our two 3G football pitches. Please note adult supervision is required for both activities.
Term-Time / Year Round: Term Time
Cost: £2
Type: Simply turn up and pay, no need to boo
Contact: 01603 984000
Last Update: 30/09/24
Little Ninjas (age 4-6)
Designed for children aged of 4 to 6, classes are 45 minutes long and introduce many of the techniques used in junior karate.
Prices start from £22 per month
Mondays: CRINGLEFORD – CRINGLEFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Tuesdays: BECCLES – SPORTS CENTRE – 5-6pm
Wednesdays: NORTH WALSHAM – THE ATRIUM – 6-7pm
Thursdays: NORWICH – NORMAN CENTRE – 6-7pm
Fridays: NORWICH – CNS – 6-7pm
Saturdays: COSTESSEY – QUEENS HILL – 11am-12pm / BECCLES – SPORTS CENTRE – 9-10am
Junior Karate (6-14 Years)
Prices start from £27.50 per month
Mondays: CRINGLEFORD – CRINGLEFORD PRIMARY SCHOOL Family Class (all grade) – 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Tuesdays: BECCLES – SPORTS CENTRE – Family Class (lower grades) – 5-6pm & Family Class (higher grades) – 6-7pm / SEWELL PARK ACADEMY
Junior Class (all grades) – 6-7pm
Wednesdays: NORTH WALSHAM – THE ATRIUM Family Class (All grades) – 6-7pm & Family Class (Black belts only) – 7-8pm
Thursdays: NORWICH – NORMAN CENTRE – Family Class (all grades) – 6-7pm
Fridays: NORWICH – CNS – Family Class All Grades– 6-7pm
Saturdays: COSTESSEY – QUEENS HILL Junior Class (white to purple & white) – 11-12pm & Junior Class (brown & above) – 12-1pm / BECCLES – SPORTS CENTRE – Family Class (all grades) – 9-10am
Book classes online via the website or FB page.
Checked 27/03/24
TPF – Parkour, Unit 4 Aylsham Way, Norwich, NR3 2RF
Mondays: Beginners 4-10 years Parkour, 4:30-5:45pm & Beginners 10 years + 6-7.15pm
Tuesdays: Parkour 6-10 years 4.30-5.45pm, 11-15 years 6-7.15om & 13-18 years 7.30-9pm
Wednesdays: Parkour home education 4-9 years 10-11.15am, 10-15 years 11.30-12.45om. Parkour 7 years + 4.30-5.45om, 8 years + 6-7.15om and adults 16 years + 7.30-9pm
Thursdays: Gymnastics 4.30-5.45om & Quiet Session (SEN) 6-7.15pm
Saturdays: Open sessions parkour, 10am – 11.15am, 11:30am – 12:45pm
Checked 27/03/24
