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.
September 2020
Online resources available, further details on the website.
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. With the main emphasis on fun and enjoyment, All Stars Cricket is the perfect opportunity to learn new skills and make lots of new friends along the 8-week journey.
To find your nearest All Stars Centre and sign up, go to their website and follow the guidelines.
September 2020
No current updates.
CrossFit Spitfire, 175 Salhouse Road, Norwich, NR7 9AQ
Ages 5-11 Years (Spitfire Kids)
Mon / Weds / Fri: 16:00-16:45
Membership – £34 Per Month Unlimited Classes, Open Ended.
Spitfire Teens – Ages 12-15 Years
Mon / Weds / Fri: 1645 – 1730
Sat: 1145 – 1230
Phone: 07948 753316
December 2020
Returning to face to face classes.
Ballet, Tap, Acro, Modern
Monday
The Willow Centre, Roundhouse Park, Cringleford, NR4 7JJ
Check website for details or contact Julie Gibbon 01603 261769 or Debbie Hawkins 01603 819036
December 2020
Now open.
Avian Dance Studio, Vulcan Road, Norwich
Monday, Thursday, Saturday
Jolly Gymnastics offen fun and friendly gymnastics classes for little ones from walking to school year 1.
Latest news and updates on Instagram: @JollyGymnastics and Facebook: Jolly Gymnastics.
Contact Erin, hello@jollygym.co uk or 0776528118
September 2020
Online classes via Zoom available.
illustration course: 5 October – 9 November 2020, 18.00-19.00, age 7-16 years old
Dabble in the creative art of drawing with this magical themed illustration course! From potion bottles to magical creatures, students will explore different drawing techniques and apply what they’ve learned to create their very own Fantastic Beast! 6 week course.
Wensum Community Centre, Hotblack Road, Norwich, NR2 4HG
We are a collective of likeminded artists, teachers and professionals who urgently want to raise the current standards in art education for the benefit of young people – and your child plays a powerful role in creating this change.
Contact 07938 955385 for more information.
December 2020
Saturday 9-9.30am
Sesma Studio, Unit 19, Drayton Ind Est, Taverham Rd, Norwich NR8 6RL
Little Dragons (4-6yrs) Beginners Intro
Monday 4-4.30pm
Wednesday 4-4:30pm
Thursday 4-4:30pm
Contact 01603 260751 for more information.
September 2020
online classes available.
The Charing Cross Centre, St John Maddermarket, Norwich, NR2 1DN
Spanish kids club suitable for all ages and abilities. Small group classes of 4-10 children. Also runs classes designed for home education and classes in your own home.
Contact The Spanish Classroom on 07950368136 for more information.
December 2020
The Garage, Chapel Field North, Norwich, NR2 1NY
Mondays
“My First Ballet”
Age 2-3, 10-10.45, £43 for 6 weeks
September 2020
Classes resume from 14th September. Please see the new timetable and our guidelines on the website.
The Garage, 14 Chapel Field North, Norwich, NR2 1NY
Mondays
September 2020
online lessons, some venues starting again soon, keep up to date via the FB page.
Monday Sewell Park Sports Centre
Little Ninjas (4-6 Years Old) 5:00pm-5:45pm
Junior Karate (6-15 Years Old) 6:00pm-7pm
Adult Karate (16+ Years Old) 7pm-8pm
Monday Willow Centre Cringleford
Little Ninjas (4-6 Years Old) 5:00pm-5:45pm
Family Lower Grades (White/Orange/Red Belts) (6+ Years Old) 6:00pm-7pm
Family Higher Grades (Yellow and Above) (6+ Years Old) 7-8pm
Tuesday Riverside Leisure Centre
Family Karate (All Grades) (6+ Years Old) 4:15pm-5:15pm
Tuesday Beccles Sports Centre
Little Ninjas (4-6 Years Old) 5-5.45pm
Family Karate (6+ Years Old) 6-7pm
Wednesday The Atrium North Walsham
Family Lower/Intermediate Grades (White-Purple and White Belts) (6+ Years Old) 6-7pm
Family Higher Grades (Brown and Above) (6+ Years Old) 7:00pm-8pm
Wednesday Long Stratton High School
Family Karate (All Grades) (6+ Years Old) 6-7pm
Thursday Norman Centre Mile Cross
Family Karate (All Grades) (6+ Years Old) 6:00pm-7pm
Thursday Northgate High School Dereham
Family Karate (All Grades) (6+ Years Old) 6:00pm-7pm
Friday Aylsham Young’s Park
Little Ninjas (4-6 Years Old) 4:30pm-5:15pm
Junior Lower/Intermediate Grades (White-Purple and White Belts) (6-15 Years Old) 5:30pm-6:30pm
Junior Higher Grades (Brown and Above) (6-15 Years Old) 6.30-7.30pm
All Adults (All Grades) (16+ Years Old) 6.30pm-7.30pm
Friday City Of Norwich School
Family Karate (All Grades) (6+ Years Old) 6:00pm-7pm
Saturday Beccles Sports Centre
Little Ninjas (4-6 Years Old) 10:00am-10:45am
Family Karate (All Grades) (6+ Years Old) 11:00am-12pm
Saturday West Costessey Hall
Little Ninjas (4-6 Years Old) 9-9.45am
Family (White/Orange/Red Belts) (6+ Years Old) 10-11am
Family (Yellow Belt+) (6+ Years Old) 11-12
Adult 12-1pm
Contact 07908 406487 for more information.
(Checked Sept 2019)