Some days you just need to get out of the house and get your little ones active so I have compiled a list of the daily drop in sessions for babies and toddlers in and around St Albans.
Not all sessions run during the school holidays and can sometimes be cancelled due to illness or events like elections so please do check with the provider before setting off to avoid disappointment.
There are also lots of fantastic Playgroups in the local area and you can find details for many of them here.
Mondays
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Monday Mornings
Beaus & Belles music classes for babies and pre-schoolers 0-4 years old at 13 Tavistock Avenue, St Albans, Herts, AL1 2NQ at 9. 30-10.15am and 10.30 to 11.15am. For more information email sarah@beausandbellesmusic.com
Baby and Buggy Exercise Club 11.00am at the Fitness First Studio above Wagamamas in Christopher Place, St Albans. Open to non-members of Fitness First. Sessions are open to all with young children, whether in buggies or not – the focus of the session is to have fun and get fitter with a smile. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. Pay as you go, £8 per session. For more information email Allie at info@redalertpt.com.
Buggyfit at Fleetville Park, St Albans, AL1 4LH, 9.30-10.30am . Meet on the corner of Royal Road opposite Morrisons. An outdoor BuggyFit class, come rain or shine! Suitable for women with babies in buggies once you have had your 6 week check. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. £8 drop-in or £35 for 5 sessions (which works out at £7 per class).
Harpenden Sling Library and Harpenden Breastfeeding Support at Southdown Children’s Centre, Dark Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1QB 10am to 11.45am.
Mini Moovers music and movement classes for children aged 6 months to 4 years old are held at Homewood Road United Reformed Church, Homewood Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4BH. Join in the fun 10-10.30am.
Mums and Bums and Tums at Fleetville Junior School, St Albans, AL1 4LW 9.45am-10.30am a relaxed, indoor exercise class with a qualified postnatal instructor suitable for women with babies that are not yet crawling once you have had your 6 week check.
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at Jersey Farm Community Centre, St Brelades Place, AL4 9RG. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 3 years old, with a parent or carer, from 9.40am to 10.20am. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at Jersey Farm Community Centre, St Brelades Place, AL4 9RG at 10.30am to 11.10am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 3 to 4 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Play Street Cafe at Redbourn Village Hall, 63 High Street, Redbourn at 10am to 11.30am. Role play cafe for babies and children aged 0-4 years old and their parents/carers. £4 per child, £2 for siblings and children under 1 year are free.
Rosie’s Rock and Rollers at St Mary’s Transept Hall, Hemel Hempstead Road, Redbourn, AL3 7NL, 9.30am great for babies and toddlers 9 months to 3 years old who love music, singing, games, puppets, instruments and fun!
Tiger Tunes fabulous, fun music class with Tempo the Tiger at DJ’s Play Jungle, St Albans, 10.30am. Suitable for all children under 5 years old.
Your Pilates a postnatal pilates class for mums and babies at 9.30am at St Paul’s Church, Blandford Road, St Albans, AL1 4JP. Suitable for women with babies that are not yet crawling, once you have had your 6 week check. Call Grace on 07958 556455 for more information.
Monday Afternoons
Active Antz at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre, St Albans 1.30-2.30pm playtime activity for children aged 2-4 years old. These sessions include lots of bouncing fun on a bouncy castle, balancing and co-ordination skills with bean bags, hoops and balls and a chance for children to make friends, move and have fun. Call 01727 736080 for more info or ask at the Westminster Lodge reception.
Story Time at St Albans Central Library at 2.15pm ideal for pre-school children 2-4yrs old.
Tuesday
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Tuesday Mornings
Baby Rhyme Time at St Albans Central Library, The Maltings sessions at 10.30am and again at 11.30am for babies under 2 years old.
Bump2Baby Fitbuggies outdoor class in Verulamium Park 11am to 12noon. All abilities are welcome. Call 07736 805497 for more information or see the Bump2Baby Fitness facebook page.
NCT Bumps & Babes at Skew Bridge Pub, Harpenden, AL5 1PQ at 10am-11.30am for parents and babies under 18 mths old.
Penny Waterman Toddler Ballet at St Paul’s Church, Blandford Road, St Albans, AL1 4JP at 9.20am to 10.00am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 2 and 3 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at St Paul’s Church, Blandford Road, St Albans, AL1 4JP at 10.10am to 10.50am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 3 and 4 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Sopwell and Cottonmill Toy Library at St Julian’s Church Hall, Abbot’s Avenue, St Albans, AL1 2HX 10am until 12 noon, as well as stay and play for under 5’s, with refreshments.
Tuesday Afternoons
Pregnancy Yoga With Josie at 9 Glenferrie Road, St Albans, AL1 1.45-3pm. Pregnancy Yoga is a fantastic way to stay strong and healthy during your pregnancy and a great way to prepare for the birth of your baby. During the class you will practice gentle stretching and strengthening exercises to help your body adapt physically to your growing baby. You will also practice breathing and relaxation techniques to stay calm and positive and ready for the birth. Email info@yogawithjosie.co.uk for more information.
Wednesday
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Wednesday Mornings
Baby Song at St Albans Salvation Army at 10am for babies 0-15 months old.
Buggyfit at Fleetville Park, St Albans, AL1 4LH, 10.15 – 11.15am. Meet on the corner of Royal Road opposite Morrisons. An outdoor BuggyFit class, come rain or shine! Suitable for women with babies in buggies once you have had your 6 week check. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. £8 drop-in or £35 for 5 sessions (which works out at £7 per class).
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at Harpenden Public Hall, Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PD at 10.10am to 10.50am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 3 years old, with a parent or carer. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at Harpenden Public Hall, Southdown Road, Harpenden, AL5 1PD at 11am to 11.30am is a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 3 and 4 years old. £7.50 on the door.
Sing & Learn baby rhyme time at DJ’s Play Jungle, St Albans, 10.30am. Suitable for babies under 12 months old.
Wednesday Afternoons
Sorry, I have no information on classes on Wednesday afternoons at the moment.
Thursday
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Thursday Mornings
Beaus & Belles music classes for babies and pre-schoolers 0-4 years old at ASDA Community Rooms, Odhams Industrial Estate, St Albans Road, Watford, WD24 7RT at 10.00-10.45am. For more information email sarah@beausandbellesmusic.com
Buggy Fitness 10-11am at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre, St Albans, AL1 2DL. A full body work-out including squats, lunges, core and cardio. Babies can stay in their buggies or play in an area in the centre of the class. For more information email chrisdennis@everyoneactive.com
Little La La Club 10-10.45am at Hatfield Road Methodist Church, St Albans, AL1 4JS. This fun, original music class is run by singer-songwriter Sally Williams. Expect dozens of songs, instruments and live guitar playing, to introduce your child to the joys of making music. Suitable for babies and children 6 months to 5 years old, siblings welcome. Drop-in £7 per child, call Sally 07393 844613 or email thelittlelalaclub@gmail.com for more information.
The Creation Station at Trestle Arts Base, Russet Drive, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0JQ. Little Explorers, 4 months to 4 years old (babies welcome) at 10.00am-10.50am. Art and messy play session for babies and toddlers.
Mini Makers and Shakers at London Colney Scouts Hut, Chicken Lane (off St Anne’s Road) London Colney, AL2 1NW from 9.45 to 11.45am. Messy play and craft activities for pre-school children.
Rhythm Read Rhyme Dance Sing Mime at Sandridge Football and Cricket Club, Sandridge, AL4 9DD 9.30-10.15am. A lively interactive class that combines dance, movement and storytelling for walkers up to 4 years old and their grown ups. £5 per child, £2.50 per sibling.
Thursday Afternoons
Story Time at Marshalswick Library, St Albans at 2.15pm ideal for pre-school children 2-4yrs old.
Friday
Check out playgroups in and around St Albans or these fantastic drop-in classes:
Friday Mornings
Baby and Buggy Exercise Club 11am at the Fitness First Studio above Wagamamas in Christopher Place, St Albans. Open to non-members of Fitness First. Sessions are open to all with young children, whether in buggies or not – the focus of the session is to have fun and get fitter with a smile. If you are new to the sessions please turn up 10 minutes early to complete medical and insurance forms. Pay as you go, £8 per session. For more information email Allie at info@redalertpt.com.
Move With Peppa is a fun, energetic activity session for you and your child or children to enjoy, suitable for 18 months to 5 years old. Drop in at DJ’s Play Jungle, St Albans, 10.45-11.30am. For more information email vicky@movewithpeppa.com.
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at St Julian’s Church Hall, Abbott’s Avenue, off Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, AL1 2HX at 9.50am to 10.30am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 3 years old, with a parent or carer. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at St Julian’s Church Hall, Abbott’s Avenue, off Cottonmill Lane, St Albans, AL1 2HX at 10.40am to 11.20am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 3 and 4 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Play Street Cafe at St Stephen’s Church, 14 Watling Street, St Albans, AL1 2PX at 10-11.30am. Role play cafe for babies and children aged 0-4 years old and their parents/carers. £4 per child, £2 for siblings and children under 1 year are free.
Toddler City at 9th St Albans Scout Hut, 68 Lemsford Road, St Albans, AL1 3PT, 9.30-10.30am. Soft play, music, singing, crafts and fun activities with a new theme every week. Suitable for children aged 12 months to 4 years old. Sessions last one hour, drop-in price is £7 per session for one child (siblings are an additional £1 each). Visit the website for more information or email Becky at toddlercity@hotmail.com
Friday Afternoons
Active Antz at Westminster Lodge Leisure Centre, St Albans 1.00-2.00pm playtime activity for children aged 2-4 years old. These sessions include lots of bouncing fun on a bouncy castle, balancing and co-ordination skills with bean bags, hoops and balls and a chance for children to make friends, move and have fun. Call 01727 736080 for more info or ask at the Westminster Lodge reception.
Toddler City at 9th St Albans Scout Hut, 68 Lemsford Road, St Albans, AL1 3PT, 1.30-2.30pm. Soft play, music, singing, crafts and fun activities with a new theme every week. Suitable for children aged 12 months to 4 years old. Sessions last one hour, drop-in price is £7 per session for one child (siblings are an additional £1 each). Visit the website for more information or email Becky at toddlercity@hotmail.com
Saturday
Clwb Cadw at Redbourn Village Hall, 10am to 12pm on the third Saturday of every month. A playgroup for Welsh speaking families in Hertfordshire. Please join the Facebook group for information on the next meeting.
Little Greek Talkers at Hilldyke Community Centre, Wheathampstead or Sandridge Village Hall, Sandridge 10.30 to 11.30am. A playgroup for Greek families in Hertfordshire that meets once a month on either Saturday or Sunday. Please join the Facebook group for information on days and locations.
Penny Waterman Ballet With Mum at the Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, AL3 5BU at 9.10am to 9.50am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 18 months to 3 years old, with a parent or carer. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Toddler Ballet at the Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, AL3 5BU at 10.00am to 10.40am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 2 and 3 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tiny Tots Ballet at the Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, AL3 5BU at 10.50am to 11.30am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 3 and 4 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at the Jubilee Centre, Catherine Street, St Albans, AL3 5BU at 11.40am to 12.20pm. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 4 and 6 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Toddler Ballet at St Mary’s Church Hall, Kinsbourne Green, Harpenden, AL5 3QE (next to The Fox pub) at 10.20am to 11am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 2 and 3 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
Penny Waterman Tots Ballet at the St Mary’s Church Hall, Kinsbourne Green, Harpenden, AL5 3QE (next to The Fox pub) at 11.10am to 11.50am. These classes are a fun and interactive introduction to dance for children aged 4 and 6 years old. Bring a drink and snack for a short break during the class. £7.50 on the door.
