Browse 14 kids classes and activities in Kilkenny. Popular categories in Kilkenny include Parent-and-toddler, Developmental, Swimming.
Callan Parent and Toddler Group is hosted by Droichead Family Resource Centre in Kilkenny, open to mums, dads, guardians, carers and grandparents - the perfect place to bring your baby or toddler to meet new people over a cuppa and a chat. The group operates on a drop-in basis, so no need to book, just pop in. Location: Droichead Family Resource Centre, The Old CBS, West St, Callan South, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. Time: every Friday, 9.30-11am (during term time). Cost: free. Contact: 0858564950. Keep an eye on social media for when the group starts back up after school holidays, as it may not align with term time.
View full details →Kilkenny Parent and Toddler Group welcomes mammies, dads and childminders to pop along to their playgroup - connect with other adults as the little ones have a blast listening to nursery rhymes, enjoying books and sensory play. Perfect for newborns to 4 years. Location: Millennium Court, Hebron Road, Kilkenny. Time: every Wednesday, 10-11.30am (during term time). Cost: free. Contact: 087 1939776. Note: there is no social media to stay up to date with for this group.
View full details →Our baby massage classes are a lovely, calm, warm, welcoming and relaxed place to be with your little bundle - a lovely chance to have quality time with your baby. Baby massage techniques are demonstrated using a doll while you massage your baby, and you'll be given a copy of the strokes to take home. Baby massage is a gentle blend of massage, reflexology and baby yoga. Each class runs for about 1.5 hours over 5 weeks, and is suitable from birth to pre-crawling. We'll chat about relevant baby topics, and you'll meet other parents and have a chance to swap ideas and tips. Tea/coffee and cake are included at the end of class, a lovely way to finish up. Thursdays, 11.30am, The Smithland Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny. Certified IAIM instructor.
View full details →Inistioge Parent and Toddler Group, based in Kilkenny, has lots of space for the little ones to run around, and plenty of chats and support for caregivers - arts & crafts, story time and songs for all. All welcome for a coffee and a chat, so just drop in. Check out their Facebook, as the sensory play looks amazing. The group also hosts festive fun events for the likes of Halloween and Christmas. Location: upstairs in Cois Abhann Community Centre, Church Street, Inistioge, Kilkenny. Time: every Tuesday, 10am-12pm (during term time). Cost: €2 per family. Contact: 087 3211926.
View full details →Mooncoin Parent and Toddler Group, based in Kilkenny: join them for a fun-filled morning where babies and toddlers can play with toys while parents and carers have a chat. The group hosts festive fun throughout the year and, on occasion, special visitors such as Mini Musos for additional excitement and fun. Location: upstairs in the GAA Complex, Polerone Road, Mooncoin, Kilkenny. Time: every Tuesday, 10am-12pm (during term time). Cost: €5 per family. Contact: 086 2546317. Keep an eye on social media for when the group starts back up after school holidays, as it may not align with term time.
View full details →New Park Parent and Toddler Group, based in Kilkenny, has been running for over 25 years. Parents and childminders enjoy a chat, a cup of tea or coffee, while their children play in a safe, relaxed environment, with toys galore, story time, music time and, of course, snack time. This group is popular, so places must be booked in advance through the website. Location: Kilkenny Presbyterian Church, 16 New Road, Kilkenny. Time: every Tuesday, 10.30am-12pm (during term time). Cost: free. Contact: 086 1547151.
View full details →Join The Wonder Years Play & Mindfulness for a four-week block of messy play classes, suitable for kids aged 9 months to 4 years old. You can find us in The Scouts Den in Kilkenny. Classes are term-based and usually run on Friday, 10.30-11.30am. Stay up to date through our social media.
View full details →Forest school promotes nature connection and wellbeing for adults and children alike. Participants get to play games, explore the forest, make nature crafts, develop their balance on ropes, relax in the hammock, listen to stories and many other activities. Sessions are child-led and facilitated by a professional Forest School Leader. Groups run on Fridays and Saturdays from 10am-11:30 in Jenkinstown, Kilkenny. They are designed for children aged 1.5-years and their accompanying caregiver. Younger siblings (non-walking ) are welcome to attend for free. Each term is 4 -6 weeks . Participants are required to wear waterproofs, warm layer, long sleeves and trousers. Dogs aren't allowed at the session. Toilet and handwashing facilities are available at the park entrance. The path is accessible to buggies and wheelchairs.
View full details →Swimtastic.ie is a leading provider of high-quality swimming lessons for babies, toddlers, and young children across Ireland. Our goal is to create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can develop essential water skills, build confidence, and foster a lifelong love of swimming. Age groups and programmes: Parent and Child Programme, where parents/guardians attend class with their little ones; Baby Swim (3-12 months), a gentle, sensory-rich water introduction focusing on bonding, water confidence, and foundational skills; Toddler Swim (1-3 years), play-based learning to enhance water safety, movement, and early swimming techniques; Preschool Swim (3-5 years), small group lessons designed to build independence, stroke development, and breath control; and Junior Swim (5+ years), where parents/guardians do not need to get in the water - progressive lessons focusing on technique, endurance, and water safety skills. Swimtastic.ie operates in multiple locations across the Midlands, using warm, child-friendly pools, including in Laois, Carlow, Kilkenny and Kildare. Why choose Swimtastic? Expert, fully qualified instructors; small class sizes for personalised attention; warm, family-friendly swimming pools; a focus on fun, safety, and skill development; and flexible class options to suit busy parents.
View full details →Our classes typically involve a structured class of singing, rhymes, dancing etc, led by the class teacher; stimulating light displays with hands-on 'touch' experiences; a little photoshoot opportunity; and free play with a selection of Montessori toys. Keep up to date on our classes and locations in Carlow & Kilkenny through Instagram.
View full details →Turtle Tots lessons are truly child-centred. Each child is nurtured and activities are adapted to meet each individual’s needs. By the time you have reached the end of our baby programme we have taught you all the separate techniques and practices necessary for independent swimming. Our highly trained and skilled teachers ensure lessons are fun and sociable for everyone, whilst teaching your child essential life-saving skills. Babies from 3 months to 4.5 year olds can partake in Turtle Tot swimming lessons.
View full details →Locations: Vitality Hub, Abbeyleix, Co. Laois; Treo Nua Centre, Portlaoise, Co. Laois; Holycross Church Hall, Co. Tipperary; Sacred Heart Primary, Roscrea, Co. Tipperary; Premier Hall, Thurles, Co. Tipperary; Oxmantown National School, Birr, Co. Offaly. Little Kickers, 1.5-2.5 years, 9am. Junior Kickers, 2.5-3.5 years, 10am. Mighty Kickers, 3.5-5 years, 11am. All parents and family are welcome to attend, watch and encourage the child during the class. Children will need comfortable runners and a drink for the breaks. All classes are held indoors and are not weather dependent.
View full details →Ready Steady Play and Music classes provide a range of developmentally appropriate activities through play, music and movement for children from newborn to primary school age. Our child development experts and teachers create a unique experience weekly, encouraging early learning and development. In class we pride ourselves on forging a sense of community where parents and caregivers build personal connections and lifelong friendships. Through socialisation, your child will explore and discover the world around them, and our classes are great fun for parents, caregivers and children alike. The activities support your child's 5 key areas of development: social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language. Our play educators guide you and your child through nurturing activities and exercises to stimulate your little one's brain development, in an inviting environment to meet new parents, share bonding experiences, ask questions and create memories. Every week you'll go on a play and musical adventure where your little one is encouraged to express themselves through play, music, and movement, and overcome new challenges to reach developmental milestones. Our Sensory Baby Play and Music classes are suitable from newborn to pre-walkers, while our Toddler Play and Music classes are suitable for walkers to preschoolers. Classes run weekly in Waterford, Dungarvan, Wexford and Kilkenny. Visit www.ready2play.ie for more information and bookings.
View full details →Child development experts and teachers create a unique experience weekly, encouraging early learning and development. In class we pride ourselves on forging a sense of community where parents and caregivers build personal connections and lifelong friendships, with classes throughout the Midlands. Through socialisation, your child will explore and discover the world around them. Our classes are great fun for parents, caregivers and children alike, to share together in the vital first five years. Each week you and your little one will go on a new play and musical adventure into the rainforest, under the sea, practising circus skills and many more, with over 30 themes to explore during the year. Our Baby classes are suitable from newborn to pre-walkers, while our Walkers-Toddlers Play & Music classes are suitable for pre-walkers to 3.5 year olds.
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