30 Best Mommy & Me Classes in Los Angeles (2026)
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Those first few years with a little one go by in a blur of naps, snacks, and laundry. A good Mommy & Me class gives the week a little shape: a place to go, songs to sing, other grown-ups to talk to, and a baby who comes home happily worn out.
Los Angeles has a wonderful range of parent-and-child classes, from baby music and sign language to toddler gymnastics, swim, yoga, and Mandarin. We checked every class on this list for 2026, confirmed it’s still running with a caregiver in the room, and noted ages and published prices so you can compare at a glance. Always confirm schedules directly before you sign up, since class times change by season.
Why Try Mommy & Me Classes?
Babies learn through play, repetition, and connection, and a well-run class serves up all three. Music, movement, and sensory activities support early motor, language, and social skills, while giving you fresh ideas to try at home.
The benefits aren’t just for baby. New parenthood can feel isolating, and a weekly class is one of the easiest ways to meet other families at the same stage. Many lasting parent friendships (and group chats) start in a circle on a play mat.
What Age Can You Start?
Some programs welcome newborns from a few weeks old, like The Pump Station and My Gym, while others begin around 6, 10, or 18 months. Most classes group children by age or stage, such as pre-crawlers, crawlers, and new walkers, so the activities fit where your little one is developmentally.
Despite the name, most “Mommy & Me” classes welcome dads, grandparents, and nannies too. A few programs, like The Family Room and A Mother’s Haven, offer groups specifically for moms or dads.
The Best Mommy & Me Classes on the Westside
1908-C Lincoln Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 268-8300
Ages: 10 months to 26 months for parent & me classes
Price: Free trial class; tuition from $203 per month plus a $50 annual fee
Flip 1st’s youngest classes are all about wiggles, giggles, and building confidence on the mats. 1st Flippers serves babies 10 to 18 months, and Tumbling Toddlers is designed for 19 to 26 months, with games that build balance, coordination, and early listening skills.
Parent tip: Try the free trial class before committing, and dress your little one in comfortable clothes they can climb in.
Brentwood Gardens
11677 San Vicente Boulevard, No. 312
Los Angeles, CA 90049
(310) 820-5437
Ages: 1½ to 3 years
Price: $25 per drop-in class
Dance for Kids’ Mommy & Me class introduces toddlers to music and movement with their grown-up right beside them. It’s a low-pressure way to build rhythm, balance, and coordination, and the drop-in format makes it easy to fit around nap schedules. See class details on the Dance for Kids Mommy & Me page.
2923 Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 453-7617
Ages: 1½ to 6½ years
Price: Not published; introductory lessons available
This Santa Monica studio offers 30-minute Parent & Me ballet and tap classes where grown-ups dance right along with their little ones. It’s a sweet first taste of dance for toddlers who love to twirl. Find the current schedule on the Parent & Me class page.
2727 Main Street, Suite F
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Also at 6411 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038
Santa Monica: (310) 998-1981
Ages: Babies from about 4 to 8 weeks old
Price: Mommy & Me series from $450 (Melrose) and $525 (Santa Monica)
The Pump Station is a go-to resource for new LA parents, and its Parent & Me program is one of the best-known in the city. Weekly 75-minute sessions combine baby play with expert-led discussion on sleep, feeding, and development, and you’ll meet a group of parents with babies the same age.
Parent tip: The Santa Monica location is on the second floor with no elevator, so plan to carry your baby rather than bring a big stroller.
12837 W. Washington Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066
Ages: Newborn to 3½ years
Price: $110 per month plus a $65 materials fee; one free trial class
Musikbox teaches the Musikgarten curriculum, a research-based program that uses bouncing songs, rhythm games, and gentle movement to nurture early musical ability. Music for Babies serves newborns to 15 months, and Music for Toddlers covers 15 months to 3½ years, with caregiver participation required.
3272 Motor Avenue, Unit D
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(747) 200-5772
Ages: Newborn to 3 years
Price: $40 drop-in or $150 per month
Tiffany Music Academy’s 45-minute Mommy & Me music class is full of singing, instruments, and movement games that introduce colors, shapes, and new words. Dads and caregivers are welcome, and the drop-in option makes it easy to try.
11054 Washington Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90232
Also at 22281 Mulholland Highway
Calabasas, CA 91302
(310) 839-6642
Ages: Parent & me classes from 6 weeks old
Price: New-client first month: $99 for one child and one adult
Zooga Yoga blends yoga with play, using animal poses, partner stretches, and upbeat music to keep little ones engaged. Parent & me classes include one adult per child, and the Culver City and Calabasas studios both offer family-friendly schedules.
Beverly Hills, Mid-City, and Central LA
8323 Beverly Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Also at 12205½ Ventura Boulevard
Studio City, CA 91604
Los Angeles: (323) 782-3331
Studio City: (818) 358-3535
Ages: About 3 months through age 3
Price: Not published
Play 2 Progress classes are led by pediatric occupational therapists, so every song and sensory game is designed with development in mind. The Babies class runs from about 3 months through crawling, while Little Movers and Messy Play serve ages 1 to 3 with a dedicated adult. Learn more on the Play 2 Progress baby classes page.
8580 Wilshire Boulevard
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Also at 12215 Ventura Boulevard #114
Studio City, CA 91604
(310) 359-5391
Ages: Infants to 6 years
Price: Beverly Hills: $140 per month, $35 trial class, $25 registration
Ladybug Music is an award-winning program built around original songs, instruments, and plenty of dancing. Babies Only classes serve infants to 12 months, Mixed Age classes run from birth to 4, and Big Kids classes cover 2½ to 6, with one adult joining every class. Browse locations on the Ladybug Music classes page.
Beverly Hills: 1835 S. La Cienega Boulevard, Suite 255
Los Angeles, CA 90035
Koreatown: 3959 Wilshire Boulevard, A211
Los Angeles, CA 90010
Encino: 17271 Ventura Boulevard
Encino, CA 91316
Pasadena: 300 E. Colorado Boulevard, Suite 209
Pasadena, CA 91101
Beverly Hills: (310) 596-0468
Koreatown: (213) 634-1368
Encino: (818) 385-0888
Ages: From 6 weeks old
Price: Varies by location; Beverly Hills is $149 per 4-week session, and Encino and Pasadena offer one week of unlimited classes for $29
My Gym’s parent-and-child classes are designed by age, starting with gentle movement for young infants and moving into Tiny Tykes (about 5 to 13 months) and Waddlers (about 14 to 22 months). Expect songs, tumbling, swings, and games that build strength and coordination.
Parent tip: Most locations offer a free first class on request, so ask before you buy a package.
Online classes
(310) 277-7446
Ages: Babies and toddlers with a parent
Price: Beginners Mini Course $36; free intro course available
Founded in 2005 by pediatric communication expert Etel Leit, SignShine teaches baby sign language through songs, stories, and play. Classes are now offered online, including live Zoom groups, so you can join from anywhere in LA. Explore options on SignShine’s online courses page. Curious why families love it? Read our post on the advantages of baby sign language.
Eastside Mommy & Me Classes
4652 Hollywood Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 988-1189
Ages: 6 months to 4 years
Price: Fall 2026: $310 for a 10-week session ($263 per sibling)
PLAY ran its beloved Mid-Wilshire space for 17 years and now hosts its family music classes at the Silverlake Conservatory of Music. Mixed-age classes are capped at 10 children, with a caregiver required, so there’s room for everyone to sing and dance. Register on the PLAY Music registration page.
2810 Glendale Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 953-0496
Ages: Newborn to 2 years
Price: Not published; book through the studio’s online schedule
One of LA’s longtime yoga studios, Silver Lake Yoga offers Baby & Me yoga for newborns to 13 months and Toddler & Me for crawlers up to age 2. It’s a gentle way to stretch, reconnect with your body, and meet other new parents. See the pre- and postnatal class page.
2880 Rowena Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90039
(323) 662-2663
Ages: 10 to 18 months
Price: $360 per 8-week session plus a $50 registration fee for new families
Camelot Kids’ Itty Bitty class meets on Saturday mornings from 9 to 10:30 a.m., giving babies time to explore the center’s play spaces with a parent close by. It’s also a nice introduction to the school’s drop-off Little Knights program for 18 months and up.
2116 Colorado Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90041
Ages: Newborn to 3 years
Price: Baby Music: $128 per month; one introductory trial class
Bloom’s Baby Music class, for newborns to 18 months, fills the room with songs, rhymes, lullabies, and steady-beat games, while toddler classes continue the fun through age 3. No musical experience is needed for parents, just a willingness to sing along.
2038 Colorado Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 363-7924
Ages: 2 to 5 years
Price: Fall 2026 sessions from $180 to $225
Purple Twig’s process-based art classes let little ones explore paint, clay, and collage materials at their own pace, with a grown-up staying to create alongside them. Process Play serves ages 2 to 4, and Process Art is for ages 3 to 5.
Parent tip: Dress for mess. The whole point is hands-on exploration.
Studios in South Pasadena, Los Feliz, and Santa Monica
Outdoor classes around Los Angeles
(310) 356-8363
Ages: Infants to 5 years
Price: Music $135 per month; BabyBugs $155 per month; $30 registration; drop-ins from $38
LoveBug & Me brings live instruments and themed music classes to families across the city, including bilingual Spanish and English classes. BabyBugs, for ages 0 to 18 months, runs at the Los Feliz and South Pasadena studios, and Sensory Art classes serve ages 1 to 5. See all options on the LoveBug & Me class page.
San Fernando Valley Mommy & Me Classes
16101 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 230
Encino, CA 91436
(818) 380-3111
Ages: Newborn to 12 months
Price: Not published
A Mother’s Haven groups moms whose babies were born around the same time, with Mommy & Me circles for 0 to 3, 3 to 6, and 6 to 12 months, plus a Daddy & Me group for 0 to 9 months. The center also offers baby sign language, music, and yoga, making it a true one-stop spot for Valley families.
16101 Ventura Boulevard, Suite 115
Encino, CA 91436
Also at 30313 Canwood Street, Suite 32
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
(818) 922-2210
Ages: 12 to 30 months
Price: $160 per month for 4 classes
Mandarin Sounds introduces little ones to Mandarin through songs, stories, and play, with a parent or caregiver alongside. Classes are capped at 8 families, so it feels cozy even for shy toddlers.
16101 Ventura Boulevard #150
Encino, CA 91436
Ages: Infants and toddlers
Price: Memberships from $119 per month for 4 visits; free preview class for select classes
Gymboree’s play-based classes are a classic for good reason, mixing colorful equipment, songs, and bubbles into age-grouped sessions for babies and toddlers. Its location in the same building as Mandarin Arts Studio makes it easy to combine activities.
14342 Ventura Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
(818) 616-3893
Ages: 3 months to 3 years
Price: $35 drop-in; new-customer sampler of 2 classes for $60; memberships from $125 per month
What A Babe! is known for joyful music and messy sensory classes, where babies and toddlers squish, splash, and explore with their grown-ups. The new-customer sampler is an easy way to test both styles.
4454 Van Nuys Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 501-9642
Ages: Newborn to 24 months
Price: Not published
Two Hearts Yoga’s 45-minute Baby & Me class helps parents rebuild strength and calm while babies enjoy gentle movement, songs, and baby massage. The studio also offers outdoor classes in Valley Glen.
6043 Tampa Avenue
Tarzana, CA 91356
(855) 794-6232
Ages: From about 3 months
Price: First lesson free; babies under 5 months swim free
Water safety starts early, and Australian Swim School’s parent-and-me lessons help babies get comfortable in the water through songs, floating, and gentle games in a warm pool. It’s a smart first step toward independent swim lessons.
De Toledo High School, 22622 Vanowen Street
West Hills, CA 91307
Also at the Westside JCC, 5870 W. Olympic Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(818) 287-8797
Ages: Under 2 years
Price: Free trial class for new families
SwimRight’s SwimTots classes put parents in the water with their babies, with a small 6-to-1 ratio so instructors can coach every family. Classes focus on comfort, safety, and early swim skills.
10116 Riverside Drive, No. 201
Toluca Lake, CA 91602
Also at 2130 Huntington Drive
San Marino, CA 91108
(626) 234-2106
Ages: Newborn to 36 months
Price: Parent & Me Series 1: $384 at Toluca Lake
Led by marriage and family therapists and child development experts, The Family Room’s Parent & Me series follows babies from birth to 12 months in 8-week, 90-minute sessions. Toddler & Me groups continue through 36 months, and there’s even a group for second-time parents. Details are on the Family Room Parent & Me page.
South Bay Mommy & Me Classes
730 11th Street
Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
(310) 850-8629
Ages: Newborn to 24 months
Price: Not published
The Nest has been a South Bay favorite since 2011, with a full menu of classes including Mom & Me for 0 to 4 and 5 to 11 months, Parent & Me, Working Mommy & Me, and Toddler Playtime for 10 to 24 months. It’s a warm place to find your parenting community close to the beach.
21203A Hawthorne Boulevard
Torrance, CA 90503
(310) 543-2333
Ages: Newborn to 35 months
Price: From $153 per month for one class per week; free intro class
The Little Gym’s parent-and-child classes grow with your child, starting with Tummy Timers for newborns to 3 months and moving through Bugs, Birds, and Beasts to Super Beasts at 30 to 35 months. Each level builds movement, confidence, and social skills.
12600 Yukon Avenue
Hawthorne, CA 90250
Ages: Walking age to 3 years
Price: Twinkle Stars: $239 per month
The Rise Gym’s Twinkle Stars class gives new walkers a chance to climb, tumble, and burn off energy with a parent participating. Space Explorers, a parent-led open play time for toddlers to age 5, is also available as a $35 drop-in. See the Rise Gym class page.
Classes in Multiple Locations
Outdoor and indoor locations across Los Angeles, including Pan Pacific Park, The Grove, and Culver City
Ages: Babies in strollers through toddlers
Price: First class free
FIT4MOM’s Stroller Strides and Stroller Barre classes are full-body workouts for moms, built around what baby is doing in the stroller, with songs and activities to keep little ones entertained. Find a class through FIT4MOM Los Angeles or FIT4MOM Westside.
Partner locations including The J Los Angeles, Community Resource Centers in West LA and Panorama City, and Zooga Yoga Calabasas
(310) 722-2165
Ages: Newborn to 4 years (varies by site)
Price: Not published
Baila Baila brings Spanish to life through music, movement, books, and play, with nurturing teachers and live musicians. It’s a fun, low-pressure way to start a second language, even if nobody at home speaks Spanish yet.
Tips for Choosing the Right Class
Start with your schedule. The best class is the one you can realistically get to week after week, so look for spots near home or work and at times that fit around naps.
Next, take advantage of trials. Many studios on this list offer a free or discounted first class, which is the easiest way to see whether the teacher, the group size, and the vibe feel right for you and your baby.
Finally, think about what you want out of it. If you need to move your body, try a stroller workout or baby yoga. If you want parenting support, look at programs like The Pump Station, The Family Room, or A Mother’s Haven. And if your little one lights up at music, a baby music class is hard to beat. For more toddler ideas, see our list of fun things to do in LA with your toddler.
Takeaway
Mommy & Me classes are one of the best ways to add structure, connection, and a lot of giggles to those early years. Los Angeles has options in every neighborhood, from baby music in Eagle Rock and Mandarin in Encino to parent-and-me swim in the Valley and stroller workouts across the city.
Class schedules and prices change often, so check each program’s official page before you register. And if your little one needs a nap-friendly reset between classes, our guide to no-cry sleep methods is worth a read.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are Mommy & Me classes?
Mommy & Me classes are parent-and-child classes where a caregiver attends and participates alongside a baby or toddler. They can focus on music, movement, gymnastics, art, swim, yoga, language, or parenting support, and most welcome dads and other caregivers too.
2. What age can my baby start Mommy & Me classes?
Some programs start in the first weeks of life, such as The Pump Station (from about 4 to 8 weeks) and My Gym (from 6 weeks). Others begin around 6, 10, or 18 months, so check each program’s age groupings.
3. How much do Mommy & Me classes cost in Los Angeles?
Prices vary widely. On our list, drop-in classes run about $25 to $40, monthly memberships range from roughly $110 to $240, and multi-week parenting series cost around $360 to $600. Many programs offer a free or discounted trial class.
4. Are there free Mommy & Me classes in Los Angeles?
Several programs offer a free first class, including FIT4MOM, Flip 1st Gymnastics, The Little Gym of Torrance, SwimRight Academy, and Australian Swim School. Your local library is also a great source of free baby and toddler storytimes.
5. Can dads and grandparents attend Mommy & Me classes?
In most cases, yes. The majority of classes on our list welcome any caregiver, and some offer groups just for dads, like A Mother’s Haven’s Daddy & Me. If you’re not sure, ask the studio before you book.
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