Sassy Mama’s Guide to Baby Classes in Hong Kong: Swimming, yoga, music and more!

Hong Kong’s crowded sidewalks and constant hustle and bustle can be tricky for baby buds just opening their eyes to the world around them, but don’t worry, the city is filled with warm, nurturing environments for your little ones to grow and develop — if you only know where to look! We’ve scouted out a variety of baby activities in the city to get you going, from baby and mama yoga to beginners tumbling to kiddie play courses and more! Check out our picks below for the best baby classes in Hong Kong.

Sports Classes

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Yoga4Baby
It’s never too early for sunrise salutations! A Mother’s Touch offers these Yoga4Baby classes for mum and baby to bond over simple yoga exercises that nurture the mind and body. Benefits for your baby include improved sleep patterns, improved digestion, physical development and enhanced interaction. These classes will leave both mum and baby feeling refreshed and relaxed.

When: Mondays at 3pm
Where: 20/F, Car Po Commercial Building, 18-20 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, Hong Kong
Price: $190 drop-in classes, $720 for a four-class session
Contact: 2851 9654; www.amotherstouch.com.hk 

Harry Wright Infant Aquatics
Harry Wright has a fantastic infant aquatics program for little ones to dip and dive into the water for the first time. Lessons include both parent and child so that parents can learn firsthand how to handle babies in the water and learn safety techniques. Early introduction of babies to the water allows them to retain their natural reflexes and encourages their confidence in the water.

When: Classes for different age groups take place Monday-Friday
Where: Locations around Hong Kong
Price: Starting from $765 for a one-month session
Contact: 2575 6279; www.harrywright.com.hk

The Little Gym
Get your babies moving about at The Little Gym’s renowned development centre. With more than 300 locations around the world, The Little Gym offers a premiere learning experience for babies, toddlers and older kids in an open and supportive environment. The Hong Kong location two fantastic parent-baby classes for little ones: the Bugs course for infants 4 to 10 months and the birds class for infants/toddlers 10 to 19 months old. Activities help babies develop increased physical strength, muscle control and motor skills.

When: Click here for scheduling info
Where: Suite 601, 6/F, World Commerce Centre, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Price: Contact for pricing info
Contact: 2368 8777; www.thelittlegym.com/hongkong

Acqua Baby Splash Swimming
Get baby in the water at a young age with these fun and safe swimming classes, hosted by Hong Kong Parkview. Acqua Babies swim program teaches babies to get comfortable in the water, while developing their natural reflexes such as holding their breath and opening their eyes when submerged. Classes take place in Parkview’s sparkling clean facilities, complete with changing rooms, towels and complimentary parking.

When:  Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-10:45am
Where: Hong Kong Parkview, 88 Tai Tam Reservoir Road, Hong Kong
Price: $1,816 per term for members, $2,016 per term for non-members; early bird discount available
Contact: 2812 3945; www.hongkongparkview.com 

Our Gym Baby Classes
Our Gym lets parents and babies move and play together with a series of fun movement classes for little ones 6 weeks to 3 years old. The Rockers class introduces music, rhythm, stretches and basic exercises while the Gigglers course allows kids to build self-confidence through baby-friendly exercises such as tumbling and balancing.

When:  Daily classes available, click here for schedule
Where: 1506-07, 15/F, Kornhill Plaza – Office Tower, 1 Kornhill Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
Price: Contact for pricing info
Contact: 3904 3131; www.ourgym.com.hk

Creative Classes

KiddiPlay
At KiddiKraft, kids learn to develop their speech, language, fine motor skills and social skills in a fun and nurturing environment. The KiddiPlay courses for babies 12-18 months old are specially designed to celebrate early milestones and encourage babies to explore the world around them. Young ones will engage in interactive play, song, music, movement and arts & crafts while improving their speech and language skills.

When: Saturdays, 2:45-4pm
Where: KiddiKraft, G/F, 107 Waterloo Road, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong
Price: $250 per class
Contact: 2338 5890; www.kiddikraft.com

Kindermusik Village
Do you love song and dance? Kindermusik Village is a wonderful way for parent and child to enjoy a bonding experience through movement exercises and exploration of song and dance. Babies will discover simple instruments and will receive their first introduction to the wonderful world of music! Each programme theme incorporates a special set home learning materials to extend exploration beyond the classroom.

When:  Morning and afternoon sessions Monday-Friday
Where: Locations around Hong Kong
Price: $3,750 for a 15-week session (includes home materials)
Contact: [email protected]; www.kateskids.com.hk

Bee Bee Kids Playgroup
Art Plus hosts this Bee Bee Kids Playgroup infant class that allows babies 8 to 12 months to engage in exploratory play, music, language and movement while developing their physical and brain activity. The classes focus on getting little ones ready for preschool, and include constant monitoring of gross motor skills, fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities and personal social skills. Arts Plus uses a collaborative approach, which means your babies can learn to develop in a welcoming and nurturing atmosphere.

When: Click here for scheduling details
Where: Locations in Tin Hau or Kowloon
Price: 4,500 for 10 sessions
Contact: 2807 0208; www.artsplus.com.hk 

PEKiP Infant Courses
Under the guidance of experienced instructors, PEKiP classes for infants allow for parents and caregivers to interact with babies and explore a host of movement and sensory exercises. Each class is limited to eight babies and eight mothers, so everyone is guaranteed one-on-one attention and guidance. Classes are also divided based on age group: 6 weeks to 3 months, 4 to 6 months and 7 to 12 months.

When: 75-min weekly sessions
Where: Unit A, Sun Ying Industrial Centre, 14/F, 9 Tin Wan Close, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
Contact: www.pekip.com.hk

SensationalBaby
Annerley’s Sensational Baby’s kids classes offer a unique experience that engages baby’s eyes, ears, sense of touch and movement abilities. Classes allow babies to interact with parents as well as their peers, helping to develop early social skills. Babies are encourage to move, stretch and play to their heart’s delight while teachers monitor social and physical development.

When: Thursday afternoons, 2:15-3:15pm and 3:30-4:30pm
Where: Annerley, 17/F, Tak Woo House, 17-19 D’Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong
Price: $220 for a drop-in session, $1,100 for a five-week session
Contact: 2983 1558; www.sensationalbabyhk.com

Baby Signs Parent Workshop
This workshop from Baby Signs Hong Kong is designed for parents and caregivers to identify important signs to interact with infants, and is an introduction to the Baby Signs workshop which incorporates both the parent and child. The course highlights the primary signs of early childhood and provides signing practice for parents who want to learn the best way to communicate with babies before they learn to speak. The course fee includes one Baby Signs Complete Starter Kit which includes four colourful books, a parent guide and a program DVD.

When: Friday and Saturday, 9:30-11:30am
Where: Island Resort location 
Price: $900, $1,000 plus transportation fee for an in-home workshop (for three adults) 
Contact: 9633 3117; www.babysignshongkong.com 

KinderU Baby Connection
The Baby Connection Programme at KinderU gives baby 1 to 4 months old the chance to participate in fun-filled activities incorporating visual, auditory, tactile and physical stimulation in a sensory-rich environment. Babies will become familiar with different sights, sounds and smells and will also become exposed to song and music. Each 50 minute class also includes a baby massage!

When: Classes are once a week, contact for scheduling info
Where: Room 601-602 6/F, Eton Tower, 8 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Price: $388 per session, $1,552 for four sessions
Contact: 2970 2382; http://www.kinderu.org