Dance
Berest Dance
www.berestdance.com
Family owned and operated, this dance center offers classes for all ages and levels. Curriculum for children ages 2-18 is given 6 days a week. Classes offered, include: intro to dance, kinder ballet, Broadway to ballet, boys only classes, theme and combo classes in musical theater jazz and tap, hip-hop, African, classical ballet, and modern. See website for details.
Dance Arts Centre
www.thedanceartscentre.com
Offers mommy & me, hip hop/jazz, ballet, tap, pointe, lyrical, and jazz.
Danceworks
www.danceworksny.com
Owned by Port Mom and dancer, Trish Gargani, this dance center offers classes for students of all ages, starting at 2-3. Classes include: mommy & me, hip hop/jazz, ballet, tap, pointe, and lyrical music theatre. See website for details.
Deeva Dance
www.deevadanceandfitness.com
Super fun Hip Hop and Break Dancing classes (especially popular with boys!). See website for details.
Zawacki Dance
www.zawackidanceandworkout.com
Tap, jazz, hip hop, ballet and pre-ballet. Classes for children starting at 3 to adult. Trial class available for $25.
Art
Abrakadoodle
www.abrakadoodle.com | 516.484.1545
Toddler, preschool, and elementary school art classes offering mommy and me, doodlers, mixed media, fashion and sewing, portfolio art and more.
Art by Mumbot
www.facebook.com/artclubisawesome
Local artist, Jade Kuei, brings her creativity and love of different art techniques, tools, textures and mediums, with a focus on process. Classes are geared for toddlers, preschoolers, elementary school kids and even tweens (with sketchbook club)! Jade’s goal is to develop a supportive, young community of artists with some guidance, while nurturing each person’s unique and original style.
Haven Art Studio
www.havenartstudiony.com
Classes offered, include: mixed media, sewing and crafting, clay, and drawing and painting. Classes start for 4 year olds on up.
Long Island Arts and Crafts
liartsandcrafts@gmail.com | 516.500.1ART
Art program for children ages 4 and up. Projects include painting, drawing, mosaics, fun with food, collage, decoupage, and sculpture.
Michaels Arts and Crafts
This arts & crafts store offers kids classes in cake decorating, crocheting, art painting, crafts and more. Birthday parties also available (and very affordable).
My Style Camp
www.mystylecamp.com | 917.664.2286
Professional fashion designer and Port Washington local, Stacy Saltzman, creates programs for kids to express their own style through fashion design, costume design and wearable art in a state-of-the art studio. For kids ages kindergarten on up.
Nassau County Museum of Art
www.nassaumuseum.org
Young artist programs for kids, teens, and adults.
Not Just Art
For ages 20 months – 12 years, Not Just Art offers classes in art, science, and music. Birthday parties also available.
Roslyn School of Painting
www.loudegg.com/roslyn/roslyn.htm
Art classes available for youngsters and adults. See website for details.
SoulShine Art Studio
Arts and crafts classes, workshops, and art camps.
The Sandbox Playspace
Appropriate for children 5 and under, Sandbox offers mommy + me and separation classes, birthday parties and open play in a beautifully designed modern play space.
Drama
Shinning Studios
Cooking
Michaels Arts and Crafts
This arts & crafts store offers kids classes in cake decorating, crocheting, art painting, crafts and more. Birthday parties also available (and very affordable).
Oh my girls!
516.802.5800 | www.ohmygirls.com
The first-ever health club designed exclusively for girls, ages 8 -18. OMG! offers a variety of uniquely-styled fitness classes, healthy cooking classes that go beyond just teaching cooking skills, a smoothie bar, birthday party options, and more!
Gymnastics & Movement
Practice | Body Mind Soul
Yoga classes available for mommy & me, kids, mother/daughter, and ‘tweens and teens. Birthday parties available, too!
Cherry Lane Gymnastics
www.cherrylanegym.com
Baby bug classes start for 1-2 year olds. Great instruction and more competitive lessons for older kids. See website for details.
Dreamnastics
www.dreamnastics.com
Classes for 3 months to 3.5 years. Great facility for kids to climb, bounce, swing and more. Classes start with music and then move to movement. See website for details.
PWMama Tip: Dreamnastics is located in the Waldbaums shopping center on the bottom level of the New York Health & Racquet Club.
Kidville
Kidville offers a wide range of classes and programs for infants – age 6 including art, dance, music, movement and more. Great indoor playspace (which is our favorite part) is available for drop-in play throughout the week and includes matts, trampolines, balance beam, swings, bars, and so much more. Lots of birthday party options (although pricey), too!
North Shore Gymnastics
www.nsgymnasticspw.com
A variety of movement and gymnastics classes. Ages 20 months and up. See website for details.
Oh my girls!
516.802.5800 | www.ohmygirls.com
The first-ever health club designed exclusively for girls, ages 8 -18. OMG! offers a variety of uniquely-styled fitness classes, healthy cooking classes that go beyond just teaching cooking skills, a smoothie bar, birthday party options, and more!
Om Sweet Om
www.omsweetomyoga.com
A number of classes including pre/postnatal yoga, baby & me yoga, kids yoga, family yoga and teen yoga. See website for details.
The Little Gym of Roslyn
www.thelittlegym.com
Mommy and Me classes start at 4 months. Gymnastics, sports skills, dance, karate and more for kids ages 3 – 12. Free introductory class available. Visit website for details.
Yoga Life
www.yogalifepw.com| 516.767.YOGA (9642)
Pre-natal/Post-natal yoga, family yoga, and yoga classes for kids 4+. See website or call for details.
Music
Bach2Rock
1015 Port Washington Blvd, Port Washington, New York
www.b2music.com/portwashington
Bach 2 Rock offers private lessons and group classes for most instruments and vocals starting at age 3 all the way up to adult. Students can even prepare to be part of a rock band! My favorite part? The recording studio. In one session, with no experience necessary, you can learn a song, record it, and go home with it on a CD. See website for details.
iSchool Music
Private lessons, NYSSMA prep, beginner classes, iBand rock classes and more for ages 4 – adult. Lessons in piano, voice, guitar, drums, saxophone, flute, clarinet, violin, viola and cello. See website for details.
Just Wee Two
www.justweetwo.com
A variety of classes, including a Parent & Child class that includes crafts, music, storytime and playtime. Partial separation classes available for children 24 months and older. Other classes include music, art, drama, puppetry, jewelry making and sand art. See website for details.
Kidville
Kidville offers a wide range of classes and programs for infants – age 6 including art, dance, music, movement and more. Great indoor playspace (which is our favorite part) is available for drop-in play throughout the week and includes matts, trampolines, balance beam, swings, bars, and so much more. Lots of birthday party options (although pricey), too!
Kindermusik
www.milimusic.com
Music classes available for ages 18 months – 7 years.
Music Balance
Port Washington, New York
www.musicbalance.org
Started by a Port dad, this program offers private music lessons and classes for the guitar, violin, viola and bass for students ages 3 through High School. A BalancedBeginnings class is available for newborns; BalancedSteps program is available for toddlers ages 1.5 to 3.5, and BalancedStart offers group lesson on violin or guitar for kids ages 3 to 6. See website for details.
Music for Aardvarks
1 Temple Drive Port Washington, New York
www.longislandaardvarks.com
This music class offers an interactive musical experience for parents and children ages 4 months to 4 years. Song, dance, musical storytelling, instrumental jam sessions, and more. Classes meet at Temple Beth Israel in Port Washington. Classes also available in Syosset, Great Neck, Roslyn, and Bellmore. See website for details.
Music Together
Community Synagogue, 160 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington, New York
www.whiletheyrelittle.com
Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music and movement program for children from birth through 5 (and for the grown-ups that love them). Additional classes available in other locations. See website for details and to register for a free demonstration.
Not Just Art
For ages 20 months – 12 years, Not Just Art offers classes in art, science, and music. Birthday parties also available.
Peggy Yen – Private Lessons
Ray Mills (guitar, violin, viola, bass guitar) – Private Lessons
School of Rock
2 Middle Neck Road, Roslyn, New York
www.roslyn.schoolofrock.com
Music lessons available for all ages and all levels for kids who dream of joining a rock band. School of Rock teaches guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards, drums. Geared towards older kids, it combines weekly private music lessons and group band rehearsals.
New Mamas
Infants & Moms Class at the Parent Resource Center
232 Main Street #4, Port Washington, New York
www.parentresource.org | 516.767.3808
Part support group, part sing-a-long class for mothers and infants. Guest speakers visit to discuss nutrition, infant massage, feeding issues, baby sign language, post partum depression, and more. The PRC also offers a variety of music, movement, art classes and more to kids of all ages.
Carseat Safety Check (various locations)
Infant CPR
*Available at Dreamnastics in Great Neck.
Institute for Parenting at Adelphi University
Adelphi University, Garden City, New York
http://www.adelphi.edu/parentinginstitute/parentprograms/index.php
The Institute for Prenting provides programs for parents that include parenting education, resources and support to young and developing families — programs include parent coffee series, me and my parent series (for babies and toddlers), and raising a thinking child series. Visit website for details.
Kidville
Kidville offers a wide range of classes and programs for infants – age 6 including art, dance, music, movement and more. Great indoor playspace (which is our favorite part) is available for drop-in play throughout the week and includes matts, trampolines, balance beam, swings, bars, and so much more. Lots of birthday party options (although pricey), too!
La Leche League (Manorhaven, New York)
*Meets the first Saturday of the month at 10:30 am, call Wendy at 718.224.1433 for locations.
Mingling Moms (various locations)
Luncheons available throughout Nassau County for moms with babies ages birth through 12 months. The luncheons last for two hours, during which there will be a guest speaker on a baby related topic.
Mommy & Me at Chabad of Port Washington
80 Shore Road, Port Washington, New York
www.chabadpw.org | 516.767.8672
For babes 6 months to 2 years and their caretakers, joinMichelle Lublin of Om Sweet Om and Sara Paltiel, Director of Florence Brownstein Preschool, for yoga, music and movement in Chabad’s Israeli-themed immersive indoor playground.
Postpartum Resource Center of New York
Stroller Strides (various locations including Christopher Morley Park, NY)
http://longisland-nassaucounty.fit4mom.com/
Stroller fitness program for moms offering pre- and post-natal fitness classes both indoors and outdoors.
The Sandbox Playspace
Appropriate for children 5 and under, Sandbox offers mommy + me and separation classes, birthday parties and open play in a beautifully designed modern play space.
Thinkertots
Fun, developmentally enriching classes for infants through grade 1. Mommy & me and separating classes available for music, movement, art, language immersion, reading, science and more. Birthday parties also available. See website for details.
Nature and Science
Alley Pond Environmental Center
228-06 Northern Boulevard, Douglaston, New York
www.alleypond.com
Programs for children starting at 18 months to 12 years. Opportunity to explore nature, create crafts, read stories, take nature walks, pet animals, engage in learning activities, and more. See website for details.
Long Island Children’s Musuem
11 Davis Avenue, Garden City, New York
www.licm.org
Offers a variety of early childhood programs including start (STory+Art), music and movement, and “messy afternoon”. Classes are for children 3-5. $3 with museum admission. See website for details.
My Spectrum School
Based on Harvard’s Spectrum Project, My Spectrum School offers hands-on STEAM (science, technology, art, engineering, and math) – based enrichment after school programs, vacation workshops, and summer camp for kids ages 2-10.
Not Just Art
For ages 20 months – 12 years, Not Just Art offers classes in art, science, and music. Birthday parties also available.
Science Museum of Long Island
1526 Plandome Road, Manhasset, New York
www.smli.org
Programs for children 3-5 allow tots to explore the wonderful world of science. Children learn about animals, the environment, space, electricity, chemistry, and more. After school workshops available for grades K – 5. See website for details.
Tanglewood Park & Preserve
Located on a 17 acre preserve with ponds, streams, and enchanted woods, families can enjoy hikes, live animal exhibits, special events and more. A 1.5 hour Tiny Tots workshop is held Mondays throughout the school year for kids ages 18 months to 3 years with new themes each week. Science themed birthday parties available, too! Check website for details.
Swim
Goldfish Swim School
www.gardencity.goldfishswimschool.com | 516.571.8113
Bright, clean facility and brand new pools with lessons available for kids as young as 4 months and a swim team for Tweens.
Long Island Swim School
516.378.8467 | www.LongIslandSwimSchool.com
Toddler classes from 12 months – 3.5 years, and group lessons (and private lessons) available for kids 3.5 on up. This school focuses on real strokes as opposed to just comfort in the water.
Manorhaven Pool
Manorhaven Boulevard, Port Washington, New York
516-869-6311
Open during the summer season beginning in June, Manorhaven Pool offers swim lessons for ages 3+. Must register early (and availability fills up quickly). Call for details.
Saf-t-Swim
570 Main Street, Westbury, New York
www.saf-t-swim.com | 516.876.0848
Indoor swim program open year round, mommy and me, semi-private, and small group lessons are available. Mommy and me classes start for babes as young as two months old. See website for details.
Sid Jacobson JCC
www.sjjcc.com | 516.484.1545
Year round lessons start for infants as young as six months old and are available all the way through advanced and adult level classes. Group, private, and semi-private lessons available. See website or call for details.
UrSwim
If you have access to a private pool, this is for you! Private and group lessons from swim experts in the comfort of your own yard (or neighbors yard, or at grandmas… 🙂
YMCA — Glen Cove
www.ymcali.org/Glen-Cove | 516.671.8270
Swim lessons at this indoor pool are available for babes starting at six months old (with their caregiver) and are offered through more advanced/adult levels. Visit website or call for details.
Language
French – Sandrine Gold
Local mom, born and raised in France, teaches small group classes and one-on-one tutoring sessions for children ages 2 – adult.
Mandarian Adventure
Designed by local mother, Judy Sin, this class uses stories, games, and pictograms to teach young children Mandarian.
Spanish Immersion Workshop
www.spanishiw.com | 516.935.0699
SIW classes are specifically designed for young children and include activities such as songs, games, arts & crafts, story telling, role-playing, snack-tivities, and movement activities.
The Language Workshop for Children
www.languageworkshopforchildren.com
Features play method to teach French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese to kids ages 2 and up. Visit website for details.
The Sandbox Playspace
Appropriate for children 5 and under, Sandbox offers mommy + me and separation classes, birthday parties and open play in a beautifully designed modern play space.
Martial Arts
Tokey Hill Karate and Martial Arts
Kids Karate and teen MMA. Birthday parties and training camps available, too!
World Tae Kwon Do
www.portwtkd.com/taekwondo/
Tae Kwon Do classes for ages 4+.
Surf
Skudin Surf
Long Beach, New York
www.skudinsurf.com
Group and private surf lessons in Long Beach, NY starting at age 5. See website for details.
Surf 2 Live
www.surf2live.com
Surf lessons for adults and children in Long Beach, NY. Camps are open to ages 5 – 18. See website for details.