Ballet/Tap Mondays: 3:45p
3-4y | 45 min. | $300 | caregiver onsite
This combination class presents basic instruction in ballet and tap technique. Kids will learn storytelling through ballet movement, both rhythm and creative expression through tap dance. Each class will include lessons dedicated half to each ballet and tap. Students will learn and present a dance at the end of the class.
Hip Hop Hooray! Wednesdays: 4:30p
4-7y | 45 min. | $300 | caregiver onsite
Kids can learn the coolest moves and nurture their inner rhythms by practicing classic breakdance moves such as popping, locking, and moonwalking. Elements of jazz, salsa, and other rhythmic styles are also incorporated to help young dancers create a hip hop routine to perform for their families. Participants are accompanied by music with child-safe lyrics only.
Creative Kid Moves Fridays: 11:30a
18m-3y | 45 min. | $300 | caregiver onsite
This movement class is both playful and educational, introducing kids to the essentials of balance, grace and personal expression through awareness of body parts, speeds and dimensions in space. We include fun and colorful props, learn to give and take weight with a partner and explore creativity through simple composition games. Regardless of age, children may be inspired to take the lead or follow along in our final presentation of a structured improvisation at the end of the session.
Powerful Kid Moves Fridays: 3:45p
3-7y | 45 min. | $300 | caregiver onsite
For all kids who need to get those WIGGLES out! This brand new movement class teaches children to use the imagination to harness their boundless energy. We will explore basic gymnastic skills, invention of POWER moves, increasing flexibility and muscular coordination, and just plain having FUN within diverse dance styles! Parents are invited to watch a high energy presentation at the end of the session.
Mom & Baby Yoga (presented by Karma Kids) Drop-In Class: Monday at 12:30p (Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21)
2m-new walkers | 60 min. | $20 per class| with caregiver
This unique class combines yoga and play to get you back in shape while strengthening the bond with your infant. Experience flowing asanas, challenging postures, and calming restorative time in a playful and safe environment for babies. Learn Baby Yoga exercises to strengthen growing muscles, aid in digestion, promote better sleeping patterns, and help your infant towards their next stage of development. Dad's are welcome too! All levels.
Mom & Toddler Yoga (presented by Karma Kids) Drop-In Class: Thursday at 4:30p (Apr 22, May 20, Jun 24)
Strong walkers - 3y | 45 min. | $20 in advance, $25 at the door | with caregiver
Partner with your toddler in simple animated poses, games, art, music and breathing exercises that help to strengthen coordination and build body awareness. We'll bark in downward dog, hiss in cobra pose and flutter our wings in butterfly, while we take a yoga journey that you're child will never forget! This fun class provides key parent and child bonding exercises.
Kids Yoga (presented by Karma Kids) Thursdays at 3:30p
3-6y | 45 min. | $250 | caregiver onsite
This playful class combines simple yoga poses with engaging songs, puppetry and stories that exercise social, sensory, and motor skills while increasing flexibility. Children strengthen their bodies and learn to focus through breathing and relaxation techniques. Kids sing, draw and practice yoga in this energy releasing class.
Vinyasa Yoga Drop-In Class: Wednesday at 6:30-7:45p (Mar 17, May 12)
adults only | 75 min. | $20 in advance, $25 at the door
Explore the synchronization of movement and breath in Vinyasa Yoga for adults. This class is designed to build physical strength and flexibility as well as improve focus and concentration. The basic premise of the practice is to flow through sun salutations, standing and seated postures and create a dynamic and safe rhythm. An emphasis on movement and alignment will help practitioners to cultivate a deeper understanding of the body and mind.
Pilates Drop-In Class: Wednesday at 6:30-7:45p (Apr 14, Jun 9)
adults only | 75 min. | $20 in advance, $25 at the door
The Pilates system of exercising is a unique method that balances the body by strengthening and toning the muscles that support the spine. These muscles make up “the core” and include the abdominals, back, shoulders, hips and thighs and help practitioners improve posture, flexibility and balance. Pilates is an effective tool for strengthening the body from the inside out and once its principles are understood, the practice can be easily translated into any physical activity to increase performance and body awareness.
Kids Paint Wednesdays: 4:00p
3-6y | 60 min. | $375 | caregiver onsite
Explore different painting styles, techniques and vocabulary as well as how to care for brushes and palettes. Learn about famous painters, experiment with color and use a variety of canvases and other fun materials. Children will learn all the basics of painting and develop an appreciation for art!
Crafty Tots Tuesdays: 9:30a
18-36m | 45 min. | $375 | with caregiver
This class helps young artists strengthen their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and offers plenty of opportunities for socialization. Enjoy poems, stories and songs while creating fun and whimsical crafts. Children will learn about colors and shapes as well as how to use glue sticks, dot and roller paints and a variety of other developmentally appropriate materials. Lessons allow children to practice following directions, sharing, and using language to communicate their needs and wants.
The Creative Kitchen - Cooking With Cricket CALL
30-48m | 45 min | $400 | with caregiver
Join Creative Kitchen chef and children's cooking expert Cricket Azima to cook fun recipes including Polka-dot Pudding, Pattern Parfaits and Bread Salad with your child. Kids will try healthy new foods and stir up some delicious dishes. Adult participation required.
Science Lab Tuesdays: 4:00p
4-6y | 45 min. | $400 | caregiver onsite
Design models, create demonstrations and conduct experiments in this hands-on science class. Explore everything from exploding volcanoes, to germs, to states of matter. Investigate the solar system, the reason things float, how sound travels, and more!
Storytime Drop-In Class:Friday at 10:30a (Mar 26, Apr 23, May 7, May 21, Jun 4)
all ages | 40 min. | $15 advance, $20 at the door | with caregiver
Enjoy classic stories brought to life with drama, song, and props. Relax, listen and imagine while you cultivate a love of storytelling and encourage language development.
Ready To Read Tuesdays: 3:00p
3-6y | 45 min. | $300 | caregiver onsite
Learn to identify the letters of the alphabet, blends, vowels and sight words using games and songs. Pre-reading skills such as using pictures to decode text will also be introduced. This class is a sure-fire way to get your child excited about reading.
New Moms Support Group Mondays & Wednesdays at 12:00p
0-12m | 120 min. | $20 per visit | with caregiver
Doula Sara Newman will be on hand to lead discussions about feeding, sleeping, co-parenting and many more so get out of the house and hang out in a nice space where you and your child can meet some friends and play with some different toys. This group meets in our Soft Play Studio which is filled with all kinds of age appropriate toys that our staff cleans regularly and rigorously.
Babies Playgroup Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays at 1:00p
9-24m | 120 min. | $10 per visit | with caregiver
Our Baby Playgroup offers a fun and affordable way to get together with other babies and caregivers. This group meets in the Soft Play Studio which is filled with age appropriate toys and games. Hang out and chat while the kids play in the tent (now filled with balls!), climb on the soft blocks, practice walking on the pull-up bar, or make some noise on the music table. There is no teacher for this group and it does not visit the water table or treehouse.
Toddler Treehouse Playgroup Mondays at 2:30p, Wednesdays at 10:00a
2-3y | 60 min. | $10 per visit | with caregiver
Need to get your toddler out of the house? Come out of the cold and meet some friends at our Toddler Playgroup. This group meets in our playspace and main studio which will be filled with balls, hoops, mats, and the balance beam! Special activities and instruction may be arranged upon the request of group members.
Bilingual Birdies Spanish: Tuesdays at 4:00p & Fridays at 9:30a
Mandarin, Hebrew, French: CALL
6m-5y | 45 min. | $395 | with caregiver
Using music, exploratory games, puppetry and movement makes learning another language fun. Interactive and engaging activities build vocabulary and social skills. No prior knowledge required. Classes available in Spanish, Hebrew, French and Mandarin.
Baby Fingers CALL
0-36m | 45 min. | $25 in advance, $30 at the door | with caregiver
Learn basic American Sign Language in this playful class. Teacher Sara Newman is fluent in American Sign Language and using games, songs and fun activities, caregivers will learn to communicate with pre-verbal babies and children who are developing early language skills.
¡HOLA! A Playgroup in Spanish Thursdays: 3:30p
3-6y | 90 min. | Registration via ¡HOLA! Playgroup or (917) 648-5006 | without caregiver
¡HOLA! provides a great introduction to Spanish and follows a natural approach in order to help develop oral skills. The program focuses on a wide repertory of concepts to build vocabulary on topics of interest in the child's world, and helps acquire the correct use of phonetics from native speakers. Classes are taught through the use of original and traditional music, movement, games, props and art. (*Different class schedule)
Creative Play for Kids
This fun, upbeat, music & movement, play program stimulates babies and toddlers development through a variety of hands-on music and movement activities that include singing interactive songs, finger plays, dancing, instrument playing, and a whole lot more! Classes support children’s language development, fine and gross motor coordination, and encourage early socialization skills. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to join in the activities and gently guide their child's participation throughout the classes.
Movers "On the Go" Thursdays: 9:45a
10-24m | 45 min. | $300 | with caregiver
This class for crawlers and walkers uses engaging music and activity songs that allow them to move while playing instruments, dancing and singing. We'll stretch, jump, dance, and play. Parachute and puppets are some of our favorite activities.
Toddlers Thursdays: 10:45a
18-36m | 45 min. | $300 | with caregiver
This toddler class is perfect for those who are ready to explore the various ways they can move and use their bodies independently. We'll also sing, dance, and play. We cultivate turn taking, pretend play, purposeful movement activities such as hoping, marching, and jumping with lively music and songs.
New Babies Drop-In Class:Thursday at 11:45a (Apr 15, May 13, Jun 17)
3m-pre crawlers | 45 min. | $25 in advance, $30 at the door | with caregiver
In this workshop babies get a work-out as parents/caregivers dance, move, bounce, and swing with their little ones. Through song, music and movement babies will receive the developmental support they need to strengthen and build strong bodies. Caregivers learn new and fun ways to support their babies development through age appropriate dance and play. Handouts provided.
Babies Thursdays: 1:00p
7-14m | 45 min. | $300 | with caregiver
In this class for babies, parents/caregivers bounce, swing, and engage with their babies through music and movement songs and activities which nurture their gross and fine motor development. We'll dance and play with scarves, make music with instruments, and more.
Music Together Mondays: 10:00a & 11:00a
Tuesdays: 10:00a & 11:00a & 12:00p & 1:00p 0-4y | 45 min. | Registration via Music Together or (212) 358-3801 | with caregiver
Music Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music program. Classes include songs, rhythmic rhymes and movement, and instrument play activities that are developmentally appropriate for children and easy for caregivers. Classes are structured to inspire a love of rhythm and music and to assist parents and caregivers who play such a crucial role in activating their child's musical development. (*Different class schedule)
Rock-a-Baby Wednesdays: 3:30p
Fridays: 10:30a
0-3y | 45 min. | $350 | with caregiver
Rock-a-Baby introduces infants and toddlers to music in fun and exciting new ways! With interactive play, children have a unique opportunity to be "in the band" and engage in a stimulating and educational musical experience. Ranging from classical to jazz, and traditional children's songs to rock 'n roll, Rock-a-Baby is an experience that everyone can enjoy.
Interested in one of our classes at a different time? We maintain lists of what our members are looking for and will add classes as enough people become interested. Call now with your requests and see whether City Treehouse can schedule a class that meets your needs.
Custom Classes Available
Weekly classes or one-time workshops can be designed to meet your needs. We can create a class just for you. Looking to add a little structure to your playgroup? Does your child have a special interest you would like to encourage? Would you like to design and teach your own class? Get a group of at least 6 children for the most reasonable price but private and semi-private classes can also be arranged.
