Families Classes NEWS… Putting on a Show More than 100 Baby Ballet pupils took part in Leeds’ first Starmakers Show. The budding ballerinas, aged between 2 and 5 ½ years old, performed in front of a crowd of 400 proud parents and friends at Bruntcliffe High School in Morley. “I think I was more nervous than the children,” said Louise Bradbury from Baby Ballet in Leeds. “We just hoped they’d perform on the day and they were amazing!” Baby Ballet runs classes across Leeds. For sessions in Horsforth, Rodley, Pudsey, Kirkstall and Beeston call 07702 965 932. For classes in Alwoodley, Boston Spa, Headingley, Rawdon, Seacroft and Wetherby call 0113 269 1444 www.babyballet.co.uk
Olympian Visit Splish Splosh students in York welcomed Commonwealth medalist and Olympic hopeful Kate Haywood to a swim clinic. The 24 year old is the Yorkshire based swim school’s Ambassador and came to talk about her ambitions for 2012. “It was a great success,” said Vicky Pettitt from Splish Splosh. “The children were thrilled to see Kate. She went from York to begin her training in Australia for 2012 so we wish her well.” Splish Splosh offers swimming lessons to children from 3 months old. To find your nearest session, go to www.splishsploshswimmingschool.co.uk • 0844 264 1102
Ilkley Class Join in the fun at Moorfield School for Girls in Ilkley, at their weekly toddler music session. The class, which is on a Friday morning, is a chance for mums and tots to meet, sing, and play an instrument, all under the expert guidance of Lynsey Clarke, the school’s Head of Music. “It’s a fun, lively session with the advantage of having a live pianist who can respond to the children,” says Lynsey. The group welcomes boys and girls from 6 months old. There’s no requirement to sign up for a term. Just turn up and join in when you’re free! www.moorfieldschool.co.uk • 01943 607 285
NEW Venue Samantha Dalton is taking her baby yoga sessions to Headingley and Wetherby. From 19th May, Flutterbabies classes will move to The Heart Centre in Headingley on a Thursday morning, and to Wetherby Children’s Centre on a Thursday afternoon. For availability at these new venues call Samantha on 01937 558 500 • www.flutterbabies.co.uk
NEW Wetherby Class Happy 1st Birthday to Tennis Tykes who’ve launched a second class in Wetherby. These fun, energetic sessions give boys and girls from 2 – 6 years old an introduction to Tennis. “It’s about fun, developing co-ordination skills, social interaction and confidence,” says Caroline Buncall from Tennis Tykes. “Personal achievement is also rewarded with stickers and charts for every child.” Caroline has also launched a new class in Ilkley. www.tennistykes.co.uk • 07843 342 662
NEW Venue This popular swimming school is now running sessions at a 5th pool in Leeds. Arran MacDonald from Waterbabies has launched at Temple Moor High School in Halton and says the spacious new hydrotherapy pool is perfect for teaching newborn classes. “We try to create a sociable atmosphere,” says Arran. “There’s a student run café at Temple Moor where parents can enjoy a coffee and chat after class, while their baby has a well earned rest!” Waterbabies’ summer cycle begins on 16th May. www.waterbabies.co.uk • 01943 872 556
What’s On 4 Little Ones Congratulations to all our local classes, nominated in the What’s On for Little Ones Awards. The awards recognise the best activities for children. Well done to Diddi Dance, MusicBugs, Tennis Tots, Tennis Tykes and Waterbabies who have all been nominated. But we’re particularly proud of two local mums. Both Nicola Lawler from MusicBugs in Leeds and Vicki Gilbert of Babies Can Sign are up for Best Class Leader. Voting closes at the beginning of May with the winners announced at a ceremony in London in June. Good Luck!
Jo Jingles is Here! Ballet, Tap, Cheerleading, Street Dance Zumba and Zumbatomic. Come and join in the aerobic dance craze sweeping the nation! Classes for Children & Adults Sessions in Alwoodley, Boston Spa, Horsforth, Yeadon & Rawdon
07543 338 491
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Fun Music, Singing & Movement Classes for children aged 3 months to 5 years Children’s Parties & Nursery Sessions also available!
For details on classes in: Wakefield (Sandal & Stanley), Ossett, Normanton, Pontefract, Ackworth, Wetherby, Boston Spa, Garforth, Sherburn in Elmet & Harrogate - Call Paula on 01977 650455 jojinglesleeds@yahoo.co.uk www.jojingles.com/leeds Adel, Bingley, Bradford, Burley-in-Wharfedale, Ilkley, Menston, Otley, Rawdon, Yeadon, Addingham, Idle, Baildon, Horsforth & Shipley - Call Lisa on 07853 263143 enquiriesjojingles@hotmail.co.uk www.jojingles.com/ilkley