Preschool Enrichment

Preschool Enrichment classes provide knowledge, character development, guidance and encouragement to help youth develop and realize their potential. For the complete list of classes being offered during this session and applicable fees, download a copy of the current Program Guide on the Schedules page.

Monthly Program Classes
Our monthly programs are geared for preschoolers 3½ to 6 years old without a parent. During each program children will play games, read stories, make art projects, and enjoy a snack around that day’s theme. Pre-registration is required. Please alert us to any food allergies prior to each class.

First Gym
These 30 minute parent and child classes are designed to enhance parallel playtime and introduce interaction with other children. Parents are active participants in class.
• Little Movers (walking to 2 years)
In this semi-structured class, parents and children will enjoy play equipment, balls, parachutes, and creative enrichment activities in an atmosphere that encourages play, play, and more play!
• Tiny Tots (walking to 2 years)
Join in activities that build hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and social development. Great for walking children beginning to discover coordination!
• Movin’ & Groovin’ (age 2 and 3)
Parents and children will get their bodies moving as they are grooving to the beat. Activities will strengthen body awareness, flexibility, and motor skills around musical themes.
• Super Tots (age 2 and 3)
Stretch, hop, and run your way through group activities while learning coordination and enhance cooperation skills with peers.
• Toddler Art (age 2 and 3)
Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty! Parents will assist their children in the creation of a colorful art project each class. Session I focuses on a different color each week, and Session II explores seasonal art with all the holidays and weather changes we see during that time. Expect to get messy, so dress accordingly.

We’re Moving Up NEW CLASS!
This half-hour beginner class for children age 2½ to 3 years without parent is designed to help transition into the moving up classes but with a shorter time frame. Children must be potty trained. We will explore body awareness and socialization through movement, music, and games revolving around weekly themes.

Moving Up
These 45 minute classes without parent are designed to help children learn to follow directions, play cooperatively, and enhance social skills. It is recommended that these children have had some prior experience in group settings or First Gym classes, and are ready to be apart from parents.
• Kids in Motion (age 3 to 5)
A health and movement class for your preschooler where discovery of body awareness is combined with rhythm, balance, games, and activities designed to provide cooperation and socialization with others.
• Balls of Fun (age 3 and 4)
Children will focus on fun while exploring skills like running, jumping, throwing, catching and playing games with balls. Please wear socks and gym shoes. Get ready to have a ball!
• Jump and Read (age 3 to 5)
Our favorite stories come alive as we giggle and wiggle in this funfilled class! Children will hear stories, learn songs, and do movement activities related to the stories.
• Let’s Build a Rainbow (age 4 to 6)
Each week we will learn about a different color with related crafts and song. Children can wear the color of the day. We’ll paint, color, cut, stamp and draw our way through the rainbow. Please dress for mess!
• Kindersports (age 4 to 6)
Be just like the big kids when you try these sports basics through demonstration and participation. Each week we will focus on a different sport using skills, drills, and simple games. Socks and gym shoes are a must!
• Kids in the Kitchen (age 3½ to 6)
Children experience the joy of cooking as they measure and mix simple ingredients to make delicious and nutritious foods to taste and enjoy.
• Science Explorers (age 3 to 5)
Nurture your little one’s curiosity in science at an early age! We’ll explore the world around us with hands on experiments and sensory explorations, and we’ll create an exciting take home project.
• Story Adventures (age 3½ to 6)
Each week will feature a different author such as Eric Carle and Dr. Seuss. Along with reading the books, we will also make crafts and play games to extend the stories.

Open Gym
For children age 1 to 6, join us for an hour of fun where kids can run, jump, and play. Classes are held at the YMCA Gymnastics Center at 520 N. Main Street in Fond du Lac.