I am looking for a gymboree type place for my 2 year old son that is fairly priced and not crowded with kids in class. He is into music alot and has alot of energy like any 2 year old.
Have you tried Kindermusik? I used to take my son to Delightful Sounds off of Kings. You can check them out at www.delightfulsounds.com the teacher's name is Ms. Aimee and she's great with kids!
Hi,
I haven't been by there lately, but there was a gymboree type place in the Stein Mart shopping center on Lithia Pinecrest. There is also a children's book/games/toy store that has a lot of things to keep your son busy for awhile.
Maybe you could start a play group in your neighborhood with other stay at home moms. Consolidate your resources and have a different theme every time you meet, ie...instruments, crafts, coloring, dress up, movie/video, bake cookies, nature walk around the block or go to a park. It's free and you'll be the one in control since you know what your child likes and what his tolerance level is.
many blessings!!
The gymboree in Valrico closed down. The closest one now is in South Tampa or Lakeland! I know because I've been searching around myself. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news!
I would be happy for you to visit us at Delightful Sounds for a free preview. We offer music and movement classes for children his age. The website is www.delightfulsounds.com for more info.
A.
J.,
If he is into music you must speak with Katherine Hintz. She is a mamasource Mom as well who has her own music groups in her home. She focuses on real music and has so much fun with the kids. The kids get to play real instruments (drums, violins, tamborines, guitars, etc.). I think she charges $90 for 10 sessions ($9/class - you can't beat that). You can find information on her program on mamasource.com under Mom Owned Businesses/Activities & Lessons/Music. It is called Hintz Academy of Music.
I know all the mothers that I have shared with there all love Katherine and her teaching methods and my son loves it as well. Katherine is out of the country until the first week in May and her summer session starts May 11th.
She is very flexible and I am sure that she would love for you to stop by during one of the classes to see how you and your son like it. I promise that you and your son will LOVE IT!
Sam
