Taking part in some kind of sports class will be highly beneficial for your toddler but you need to know what are the best classes for toddlers. Here, we will guide you through the best classes for toddlers. 

Having your toddler take part in a sports class holds many benefits for them and for you. Taking part in physical activity will be good for their physical development and for their mental health. It will also burn some of that seemingly ever present toddler energy so you will get a good night’s sleep and so will you. 

But what are the best classes for toddlers? 

Within this article, we will let you know what are some of the best classes for toddlers and why physical activity is so important.

Best classes for toddlers. Image shows two toddlers sitting back to back, one holding a Socatots football.

Why Is Physical Activity So Important For Toddlers? 

Before we get into the best classes for toddlers, let us look at why physical activity is a vital part of your toddlers life. 

Physical activity is really important for toddlers because it lays the foundation for them to lead a healthy life. It also greatly helps with the development of their motor skills, their cognitive skills and, if they attend a class with other toddlers, their social skills. 

It will also help them mentally too, helping to increase their attention and memory and reduce the risk of anxiety and depression. 

Best Classes For Toddlers 

So, taking your toddler to a sports class will be highly beneficial for them. But, you need to know what classes are right for toddlers. Within this section, we will look at some of the best classes for toddlers. 

Swimming

Swimming is an excellent class to take your toddler to. Many classes are parent-and-tot swim classes and your child could take part from as young as 2 months old. 

Swimming will help your toddler with muscle development, lung power, gross motor skills and, on top of all of this, being able to swim is an excellent life skill to have. 

Gymnastics

Gymnastics is an excellent class for toddlers. From walking on balance beams to jumping on trampolines, gymnastics introduces children to controlled movement, spatial awareness, and helps to develop full-body strength. It encourages discipline, attention, perseverance, all whilst being a lot of fun. 

Gymnastics lays a foundation that will help your toddler throughout their life and will with any other sport they might pursue – from swimming to football, netball to dancing.

Dancing 

Dance classes are another of the best classes for toddlers. Toddler dance classes focus on rhythm, movement, and self-expression and toddlers can begin them as early as 12 months in the parent and child classes. 

Dance offers many benefits including improving balance and posture, enhancing coordination and body awareness, and building memory through movement patterns. It will also help your toddler to improve their flexibility, agility and balance. It is a high-energy form of exercise so it is a great way for them to exert excess energy. 

Football 

Last but certainly not least, we have football. Football is a brilliant sport class for your toddlers to take part in. 

Football is great for toddlers because it is a highly accessible sport that does not require huge amounts of equipment. You can let your toddler give it a go in your local park or back garden.

There are many benefits to them attending a football class. It will help your toddler to develop their motor skills, cognitive skills and social skills. It will be excellent for them physically but it will also encourage teamwork, discipline and help them to learn to be a good sport.  

How To Choose The Right Class For Your Toddler

So these are the best classes for toddlers but now you need to figure out which is the right class for your toddler. Within this section, we will guide you through how to pick the right class for your child. 

Take Your Toddler To A Taster Session

Many sports classes offer taster sessions that are free. These are a great way to introduce your toddler to the class without it costing you a penny. Your toddler will be able to get a feel of what the class involves and see whether this is a sport they actually enjoy taking part in. 

Ask Your Toddler If They Enjoyed The Class

After the taster session, ask your toddler if they enjoyed themselves and enjoyed the class. If they didn’t, you know that this is not the right class for your toddler. 

Consider Location 

Before embarking on any sports class, look into where the classes are held. If they are a long drive away, you need to ask yourself if you are really wanting to commit to that. If not, look into sports classes that are closer to home. 

When Can A Toddler Start Attending Sports Classes? 

When your toddler can begin attending sports classes is highly dependent on which sports class you take them to. 

As we have already mentioned, they can begin going to swimming lessons from as young as 2 months old. They can begin attending our football classes from 6 months old. 

But, it is entirely dependent on the class so make sure to do some research based upon the age of your toddler. 

Thinking Football For Your Toddler? Here’s Why You Should Pick Our Classes 

If you think football is the best class for your toddler, you will need to find one that is a good fit. Within this section, we will look at why you should pick our football classes. 

Football Training That Suits Every Child 

All of our football classes are designed to be appropriate for each age group. Each of our classes is a different length, starting at 30 minutes for the younger children, aged 6 months to 1 year old, and reaching 45 minutes for the older children, aged 3 to 5 years old. 

As your child gets older, different activities will be introduced to cater to their expanding skills, such as introducing working with their peers in pairs and small groups. 

With all our football classes, we take an individual approach with each child, catering to each child’s specific needs. We want every child to feel confident in all areas so we will take time to help them overcome any parts that they are finding more challenging, as well as helping them to celebrate all their successes.

Expert Coaching For Each Child

Your child will receive expert coaching from our coaches. Every one of our coaches is: 

  • DBS qualified
  • UKCFDS qualified
  • First-aid trained
  • Fully insured

Your child will be learning from professional coaches so your child will always be in good hands. 

You Will Play Be A Part Of Your Child’s Success

Throughout your child’s football training, you will play an imperative part in their successes. 

Having the parents play an active role is important because it will help to increase your child’s confidence and self-esteem, whilst strengthening the emotional bond that you share with each other.

Best Classes For Toddlers: A Guide

When it comes to the best classes for toddlers, it is truly the class that your toddler enjoys and has the most fun at. It is important when looking for classes that you let your toddler try out different classes and that you ask them about their experience and whether they actually enjoyed the class. 

There are many classes that will be great for a toddler, such as swimming, gymnastics, dancing and football. 

We hope you have found this guide helpful. If you would like to know more about our football classes, please click here to find your local class.