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.
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At Kixx our goal is simple:
To have a positive impact on every child at every opportunity.
We do this through an innovative programme which offers a high energy, fun, age-appropriate introduction to physical activity through football.
Our programme has been carefully designed for both boys and girls between the ages of 2 and 9 years of age.
Kixx Academies
Our academies are 40 minute sessions run weekly. We do a block of 8 weeks, then a 1 week break, then another block and so on. You pay a one-off membership fee of £23.95 which covers your child’s football kit (shirt, shorts, socks) and then a direct debit of £30 per month. In effect it works out at around £6 per session. The bookings have a full money back guarantee – if after your first session you think it really isn’t for you, then you can get a full refund, plus your child keeps the football kit as a “thank you” for trying us.
Our Venues
We are adding more venues all the time. Currently we have academies at:
Loddon Jubilee Hall
NR14 6NB
Goals (Hall Road)
NR1 2GB
Poringland Primary School and Nursery
NR14 7RFFor more info and bookings visit our website. To contact us, just send us a message on Facebook. We look forward to welcoming you to the Kixx family!
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.
Address: Norfolk Snowsports Club, Whitlingham Lane Trowse, NR14 8TW
Day: Sundays (alternate)
Times: 1-2pm & 2.30-3.30pm
Description: Adaptive skiing and tubing takes place fortnightly on a Sunday, with our team of qualified Instructors and committed helpers. We have a range of adapted equipment, including sit skis, and strive to make skiing inclusive, safe and fun! We also offer Adaptive tubing within the session. Suitable for 5+ (ski) and 6+ (tube)
Term-Time / Year Round: Year Round
Cost: £12 per 1 hour session
Type: Book ahead
Contact: 01603662781
Last Update: 20/01/2025
Address: Avian Dance Studios, Unit 1D, Vulcan Road North, NR6 6AQ
Day: Multiple Days, Tuesdays / Wednesdays / Thursdays / Fridays / Saturdays / Sundays
Times: Various Times
Description: A dance and performing arts school based in Norwich offering a wide range of dance and performance classes to suit all age ranges and abilities including ballet, baton twirling, acro and street dance. Classes begin from age 2+. Various sessions throughout the week.
Term-Time / Year Round: Term Time
Cost: Contact for details
Type: Book ahead / Block booking
Contact: 01603 536511 / [email protected]
Last Update: 19/02/2025
EPIC Dad Fun Club
Address: Lakenheath Primary School, Mill Road, Lakenheath, IP27 9DU
Day: First Saturday of the Month
Times: 10am to 12noon
Description: Forthcoming Dates: Forthcoming Dates: Saturday 5th April 2025, Saturday 3rd May, Saturday 7th June
EPIC Dad Lego Star Wars Club
Address: Lakenheath Primary School, Mill Road, Lakenheath, IP27 9DU
Day: Second Sunday of the Month
Times: 4pm to 5:30pm
Description: Forthcoming Dates: Forthcoming Dates: Sunday 13th April 2025, Sunday 11th May, Sunday 8th June
Term-Time / Year Round: Year Round
Type: Drop In
Contact: [email protected]
Last Update: 31/03/2025
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
5 Francis Way, Bowthorpe Employment Area, Norwich NR5 9JA
Term-time opening times: Saturday & Sunday 10-4.30pm
School Holiday opening times: every day 10-4.30pm
Exploring the first ever built amusement and science attraction in Norfolk. With over 15,000 sqf to discover and experiment you’ll have a magical, wonderful family time. Exploring offers interactive and immersive fun experiences, for children and grown ups
Tickets £18 for adults / children. Free if under 90cm. Over 65/Disabled/ Carer £12.50. Aimed at ages 6+. Returning Customers 20% Discount
01603 512576
Updated 02/04/24
Cromer Promenade, Cromer, NR27 9HE
Norfolk’s Premier Surf & Sup School, Equipment Hire & Retail Shop. Proudly Serving Our Community Since 2007.
Saturdays: Kids Open Group Surf or Water based Activity lesson (Beginner To Improver) 8-12YRS Lesson – 2 Hour £35
Sundays: Kids Open Group Surf or Water based Activity lesson (Beginner To Improver) 8-12YRS Lesson – 2 Hour £35
Updated 06/05/24
City Academy Norwich, 299 Bluebell Rd, Norwich NR4 7LP
Sundays: Weekly SEND Basketball Session for children aged 5-18 starting 9th June 2024. A fun and engaging basketball experience designed specifically for Disabled Children. £7 per session.
Times vary by date, check website for details
A 2KM run for ages 4-14 – Join for a fun, free event!
Eaton Park
Eaton Park, South Park Avenue, Norwich, NR4 7AZ
It is held every Sunday at 9:00am.
Waterloo Park
Waterloo Park, Angel Road, Norwich, NR3 3HX
It is held every Sunday at 9:00am.
Lea Bridges
Lea Bridges Park, Coleburn Road, Norwich, NR1 2PA
It is held every Sunday at 9:00am.
No cost but please register (via website) before your first go and bring a scannable copy of your barcode.
Updated 15/01/24
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
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
Coltishall Primary School, 5 St Johns Cl, Coltishall, Norwich NR12 7HA
Sundays: Tribe – Children’s Outdoor Adventure Club, 10.30am – 1pm
Spring Session – Sun April 23rd **SOLD OUT**
Summer Session – Sunday June 25th **SOLD OUT**
Autumn Session – Sunday September 24th **SOLD OUT**
£25 per child per 21/2 hour session includes campfire snack and hot chocolate. Book all 4 season sessions for £85
PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE using the Roots Norfolk website.
Updated 02/04/24
Address: Hellesdon High School, Norwich, NR6 5SB & Framingham Earl High School, Poringland
Day: Saturdays (Hellesdon) & Sundays (Framlingham Earl)
Times: Various sessions by age group
Description: Weekly sessions for boys and girls to develop their social and physical skills in a fun, positive environment.
Term-Time / Year Round: Term Time
Cost: £29.99 Membership Joining Fee, £8.50 per session
Type: Block Book
Contact: 0345 313 3928
Last Update: 31/03/2025
