So has anyone gone to Gymboree classes?

[eav2c]

Is it worth it? Is it in the actual store?

It's kind of pricey but I'm thinking about asking my husband to pay for a month or two as my birthday gift (LOL, go me). I can't really think of anything *I* want but I would enjoy going and doing something with C since we never, ever get out.

[Deleted]

It's not at the store. It's at separate place. "Gymboree play and music" or something. I did another type of mommy and me class when she was younger and loved it! I really want to do it now but Gymboree is expensive :/ does your city offer mommy and me classes? I was thinking of doing one month of Gymboree just for fun though!

Eta: you can do one free trial class to see how you like it

[bebeetmoi]

I haven't gone to a class yet but am all registered and we'll start in a few weeks when our schedule isn't quite so hectic. I'm excited!

[TrudyCampbell]

Jan 12, 2013 21:53:12 GMT -5 bebeetmoi said:

I haven't gone to a class yet but am all registered and we'll start in a few weeks when our schedule isn't quite so hectic. I'm excited!

Are you going in Manhattan?

[bebeetmoi]

And no, it's a center, I didn't even know the store and classes aspect of it were even related.

[eav2c]

Jan 12, 2013 21:46:59 GMT -5 ladybug said:

It's not at the store. It's at separate place. "Gymboree play and music" or something. I did another type of mommy and me class when she was younger and loved it! I really want to do it now but Gymboree is expensive :/ does your city offer mommy and me classes? I was thinking of doing one month of Gymboree just for fun though!

Eta: you can do one free trial class to see how you like it

I've been looking and cannot find anything at all! The only other option I've come up with is signing up at the Y and doing mommy and and me swim classes but I just don't feel comfortable in a bathing suit. I'm hoping to maybe do that when he's about a year. I just need something to do with him because I am losing my mind. I figured I'd try the free class and go from there. The only real big issue is the center is about 19 miles from where we live (so, 30 minute drive or so if traffic is good). I've done the drive for some mommy and me groups but the groups weren't really working out and I like the idea of a structured class. I really want to do the music class and looked into Kindermusic but that is just waaaay too expensive for us.

Also, this might be stupid but Colin isn't crawling or doing anything that I think he should be at 9.5 months and I want to see how he does with other babies and if they motivate him at all, KWIM? Wishful thinking, perhaps.

[bebeetmoi]

Jan 12, 2013 21:54:12 GMT -5 TrudyCampbell said:

Jan 12, 2013 21:53:12 GMT -5 bebeetmoi said:

I haven't gone to a class yet but am all registered and we'll start in a few weeks when our schedule isn't quite so hectic. I'm excited!

Are you going in Manhattan?

Yeah I'm going to the one in Tribeca. There are classes in Brooklyn also, but I'd rather travel to that center because it's a hike no matter the direction from us.

[muppetinma]

Start searching Groupon/Living Social/etc for deals. I'm taking a free class at My Gym next week. There's currently a deal here for eight weeks for $65. There are always deals for those types of places . . . at least in atlanta.

[eav2c]

Jan 12, 2013 22:07:23 GMT -5 muppetinma said:

Start searching Groupon/Living Social/etc for deals. I'm taking a free class at My Gym next week. There's currently a deal here for eight weeks for $65. There are always deals for those types of places . . . at least in atlanta.

Great idea! That's a great deal that you got. It would be $69/month. :-( I wish there were more affordable options but groupon/living social would be a place to look!

[spaghetticat]

Eav, I hear you. I'm probably going to sign up for a swim class bc it's the only class I could fine but it is over 30 minutes away. And I have I buy a swimsuit that fits. Yuck! If you go to a class let us know how it is!

[creamsiclechica]

Eav, we just signed up for the free class at that Gymboree in Nashville for next weekend! I'm not sure if we'll bite the bullet and do the class yet, it depends on how it goes, because the $69/month PLUS driving the almost hour to Nashville every Saturday is pretty steep for us unless it's like, amazing. I can let you know how it goes if you want! Maybe you could consider doing the class with us next Saturday if you don't have plans? There's a 6-10 month class Saturday 12 noon to 12:45pm

[eav2c]

Jan 12, 2013 22:46:22 GMT -5 creamsiclechica said:

Eav, we just signed up for the free class at that Gymboree in Nashville for next weekend! I'm not sure if we'll bite the bullet and do the class yet, it depends on how it goes, because the $69/month PLUS driving the almost hour to Nashville every Saturday is pretty steep for us unless it's like, amazing. I can let you know how it goes if you want! Maybe you could consider doing the class with us next Saturday if you don't have plans? There's a 6-10 month class Saturday 12 noon to 12:45pm

Are you going to Green Hills or another one?

[lauranicole91]

I've had mamas in my meet up who weren't impressed. Aside from they moms and babies it was no different than playing with toys in your living room. But if socialization is the purpose then why not?

I plan on signing up for swim classes when it gets warmer. I hope she likes the water!!

[thedahliharpa]

I did My Gym w/ H when she was a toddler. The free time was fun and I grin and beared it through the circle time crap :-).

[shmoo]

Definitely try a free class before committing. I dont know where you are, but are there any Little Gyms near you? It is like Gymboree, but it may be another option for you (and they offer a free trial class too).

[eav2c]

Jan 12, 2013 22:53:44 GMT -5 shmoo said:

Definitely try a free class before committing. I dont know where you are, but are there any Little Gyms near you? It is like Gymboree, but it may be another option for you (and they offer a free trial class too).

No The closest one is in Alabama. I was super bummed because I've heard such great things about the Little Gym.

[charlielove]

I did the free trial with Claire, and I liked the class, but not enough to make the 30 minute drive to go there weekly. I ended up finding a gymnastics class 5 minutes from our house that I liked more.

[creamsiclechica]

Jan 12, 2013 22:48:23 GMT -5 eav2c said:

Jan 12, 2013 22:46:22 GMT -5 creamsiclechica said:

Eav, we just signed up for the free class at that Gymboree in Nashville for next weekend! I'm not sure if we'll bite the bullet and do the class yet, it depends on how it goes, because the $69/month PLUS driving the almost hour to Nashville every Saturday is pretty steep for us unless it's like, amazing. I can let you know how it goes if you want! Maybe you could consider doing the class with us next Saturday if you don't have plans? There's a 6-10 month class Saturday 12 noon to 12:45pm

Are you going to Green Hills or another one?

Gymboree Play & Music of Nashville
4004 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 180, Nashville, TN 37215 US

That's address for the one we registered for!

[eav2c]

Jan 12, 2013 23:07:21 GMT -5 creamsiclechica said:

Jan 12, 2013 22:48:23 GMT -5 eav2c said:

Are you going to Green Hills or another one?

Gymboree Play & Music of Nashville
4004 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 180, Nashville, TN 37215 US

That's address for the one we registered for!

Yes, that is the location of the one I want to go to. Are you and your H going? I will see if I can convince my sweet H to go if so. LOL. Love that man but he doesn't get the cutesy baby structured activity thing (but he doesn't mind paying for me and C to enjoy it). I'll check into signing up for that class too... maybe we could do lunch before or after.

[AndyCohen]

We do it and I love it. It's so much fun for her and we get to meet a bunch of moms and babies. I agree with looking for a groupon deal. Then they may be more open to giving you some kind of discount to keep you on. It depends on your franchise. Ours gave me a deal when I was in the infant class if I signed up ahead of time for level 2 I got two classes a week for the price of one. I don't know if I could justify paying that much for once a week. Though if you take a class there, you can use the facilities during the open gym time every day which is really awesome.

[jaime183]

we go. at our center level 2 is unlimited (6m-10m) but then level 3 is once a week plus unlimited open gym.
the class is 45 min
they sing a few songs for about 15 min then we go play for about 15 (they tell us how to play on the stuff they set up) then we come back for about 15 min more of songs.

[christidee]

We are waiting until summer to do this kind of stuff. However, check your local library. I just found out that mine has itty bitty time for kids 6 mo- 3 years. They read, sing, and rhyme. It is free also!

[imimahoney]

Ari and I did 2 classes when I was on maternity leave. They were both through a local baby store called Isis.

The first class was when he was 4 weeks to 12 weeks and then the next class was from 15 weeks until I went back to work, he was about 6 months. I LOVED meeting other mommies though he was a bit too young to really get what was going on.

In March, Ari will be doing swim classes with DH and once the Summer hits he and I will probably do a music class and maybe another one through my town or The Little Gym.

When you add everything up, it is a lot but I think it's worth it. Gives him something to do and it gets us out of the house!

[EnchantedSoul]

I'll second the library. They usually have free infant and toddler classes. You can also check local churches. Ours offers music classes for moms and babes during the week.

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