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.
FOOTBALL FUN FACTORY IS HERE and making football fun and accessible to all is what we do best. The Football Fun Factory was designed to provide a safe, fun and thrilling environment in which children can develop their physical, social and cognitive skills at their own pace without any pressure what so ever.
We use the nations love for football to help and aid children’s development. Our environments are designed so that the children feel no pressure what so ever at all of our sessions. The only pressure is on the coaches to ensure that your children go away with big smiles on their faces.
Not only do we believe but we know that the best way to help children develop these skills is to make sure they have fun. Because without fun and enjoyment children will not want to remember or retain these skills.
We offer a multitude of opportunities which include our two weekly sessions, Football Fun and Development (Ages 5-12) and our Tots Football Fun (Ages 2-5). We also run our Football Fun camps during every school holidays and also do birthday parties and events.
For more information on our session locations in Norfolk and for general enquiries please email Mark.
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!
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 info@thegarage.org.uk, 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
Avian Dance Studios, Unit 1D, Vulcan Road North, NR6 6AQ
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.
Check their website for more information.
Updated 05/02/24
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
41-43, Timber Hill, Norwich NR1 3LA.
Wednesdays: 5-6pm, Suitable for ages 11-18 years. Book as a block or PAYG
Independent Children’s Book store with activities through the week. This club is a creative & social space for young people. Come along to talk about and discover all things books and creative writing.
Contact 01603 964022 to book or find out more.
Updated 01/04/24
Norwich Puppet Theatre, St James Ct, Whitefriars, Norwich NR3 1TN
Wednesdays
5-5.45pm Junior 4-8 years Music Theatre
5.45-6.30pm Junior Plus 9-11 years Music Theatre
6.30-7.15pm Seniors 12-16 years Music Theatre
Updated 26/02/24
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 info@crossfitspitfire.com.
Checked 27/03/24
Limelight Studios, Aylsham Rd, Norwich NR3 2HY
Wednesdays: 16.30 – 17.30 Drama class – fun drama-based activities including improvisation and performance, for ages 7 – 11. £5.50
Thursdays: 18.00 – 19.00 Intermediate Drama fun-based drama sessions, including improvisation and performance, aged 11-15 £5.50
Saturdays:
09.15-09.45 Ballet for beginners – First steps in ballet technique for ages 5+ £5.00 / 09.15 – 10.15 Drama Class – Fun drama-based activities including improvisation and performance, for ages 7-11 £5.50
10.45-11.45 Musical Theatre classes – all about the triple threat ability: singing, acting and movement Children aged 7+ £5.50
12.15-13.15 Acrobatic Arts Children aged 7+ £5.50
13.30-14.30 Commercial Jazz Children aged 7+ £5.50
Check their website for more information.
Updated 15/02/24
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.
The Spinney, City Academy, Earlham Rd, Norwich NR4 7LP
As the oldest dance school and only ISTD Approved Dance Centre in Norfolk we have some of the most experienced, highly qualified teachers and fantastic facilities next to UEA.
Classes in Ballet, Modern, Tap, Street, Singing, Contemporary, Musical Theatre
Visit website for timetable, classes Tuesday-Saturday
07733341751
Updated 04/03/24
2 Angel Rd, Norwich NR3 3HP
Wednesdays: 6 week course, £80 per person aimed at 11-14 Year Olds
Introductory session free: January 24th or 31st 2024, 4.30-6.30pm including cold drink
Do you have a child who is passionate about playing board games, and would enjoy designing their own game? Book onto the free taster session to see if they would like regular workshops and develop their critical and creative thinking skills.
Updated 15/01/24
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.
St Michael Coslany Church, Oak St, Norwich NR3 3AE
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.
Saturday: Circus Tots – 3-5yrs 10am, Youth Circus – Acorns – 6-10yrs 11.15am, Youth Circus – Saplings – 8-12yrs 1pm
Mondays
4.30pm: Youth Beginners Class 6-16 years
Tuesdays
4.30pm C.A.N Plus Circus Academy Norfolk 8-20 years
Wednesdays
5pm: Youth Circus Improvers and Pre C.A.N Circus Academy Norfolk 6-16 years
Saturdays
10am: Circus Tots 3-5 years
11.15am: Youth Circus Acorns 6-10 years
1pm Youth Circus, Saplings 8-12 years
2.45pm Youth Circus Oaks 11-16 years
Sundays
12.30pm: SEN Friendly Circus Class 8-15 years
2pm: SEN Friendly Circus Class 8-15 years
3.30pm: TWINKLE SEN Circus Class 7-15 years
01603 568634
Updated 15/02/24
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.
WOODLAND VIEW JUNIOR SCHOOL, IVY ROAD SPIXWORTH
Wednesdays: Age 4-6, 4pm-4:30pm / Age 7-9, 4:30pm-5:15pm / Age 10-12, 5:15pm-6pm
THE DIAMOND CENTRE, SCHOOL LANE SPROWSTON
Fridays: Age 4-6, 4pm-4:30pm / Age 7-9, 4:30pm-5:15pm /Age 10-12, 5:15pm-6pm
Dynamic Dance is a fun and friendly dance school based in Norwich.
Contact Carly on 07828456106 for more information.
Updated 01/04/24
The Treehouse, Charles Rd, Holt NR25 6DA
Tuesdays
10am Toddler Room to Bloom, gardening and wildlife for little ones. Free Children’s group with Lorna
11am Breastfeeding Café, breastfeeding chat and support with our very own breastfeeding peer supporter Rachel Forsyth. Free adult group.
Wednesdays
9.30am Fledglings Music, fun active family music group for your little movers and shakers. Free children’s group with Early Years Music Specialist Lorna Berry.
10am Sensational Families, support from the Nansa team for parents of children with ASD. Alternate weeks starting 24th January 2024
11am Room to Bloom, garden and wildlife group for home-schooled children aged 5-10. Free pre-booked group with Lorna.
1.15pm Room to Bloom, Garden and wildlife group for home-schooled children aged 10-16. Free pre-booked group with Lorna.
Thursdays
10am Brand New Fledglings toddler group. Join in with our welcome song, a different theme each week, free refreshments in our yurt. Free children’s group with Lorna & Rachel from 29th February 2024
11am Nestlings, a gentle themed sensory story session in the yurt for babies from new-born to walking. Free baby group with Rachel beginning 29th February 2024.
10am Slings by the Sea, third Thursdays of the month, sling library.
Fridays
9.30am Fledglings Music, fun active family music group for your little movers and shakers. Free children’s group with Early Years Music Specialist Lorna Berry.
10.30am Sing Babies, a gentle music session for babies and their parents with Lorna.
10.30am Splatter and Splodge, messy play in the wild garden (or inside if weather is bad) with Lindsey.
Updated 25th January 2024
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
tpf-parkour@hotmail.com
Checked 27/03/24
Tuesdays: from 3.40 – Ketts Park Recreation Centre, Hart’s Farm Road, Wymondham
Wednesday: from 3.40 – Hellesdon Community Centre
Saturdays: from 9.15 – Dussindale centre, Thorpe St. Andrew
Offering dance tuition for ballet, tap, modern, jazz and acrobatics.
Check Facebook or their website for more information on times and classes.
Updated 01/04/24
Lingwood Village Hall, Norwich NR13 4AZ
Tuesdays: Tuesday (age 5-12yrs) 6.00pm-7.00pm
07486 079505
Corton Village hall, Corton, Lowestoft NR32 5JD
Wednesdays: (age 5-12yrs) 5.00pm-6.00pm, (age 5-12yrs) 6.00pm-7.00pm #FULLY BOOKED#, (age 10-15yrs) 7.00pm-8.00pm (Lasertag Only)
07486 079505
Our aim is to deliver life skills and leadership training through camouflage learning in a fun safe environment.
Your child is tested each month and if successful will receive a certificate and badge to wear on their uniform.
Lessons are one hour each week and run all year round apart from ten days at Christmas.
Checked 27/03/24
