£11 per person (Age 6+)
£5 per person (Age 2- 5)
Playgroups and classes
Doncaster and the surrounding areas are a fantastic place for bringing up children and there is plenty going on.
Below is a list of all the local playgroups and drop in clinics throughout the week and also details of all the children’s activities and classes available across our area. Please contact the organisers directly if you would like to find out further information or to confirm class times or costs.
If you know of any other classes or groups which are not already listed, then please contact us here. Basic listings are free. ’Featured’ listings are £15-£30 per month. For our full advertising rates then please click here.
The Dome is one of Doncaster’s leading sports, leisure & entertainment destinations, with over 50 activities taking place under one roof. We have a whole host of indoor and outdoor activities to keep you entertained and energised whatever the weather.
Make a big splash in our multi-pool swimming area, cut the ice at the UK’s only split-level ice rink, learn to ride on our dedicated cycling track or reach your fitness goals in our gym and fitness studios.
After all that activity relax in our friendly sports bar for a bite to eat or see what shows & special events are happening this month. We have leading comedians, musicians and theatre productions playing throughout the year. We have soft play available for 0-12s too!
Doncaster Dome Leisure Centre, Bawtry Road, Doncaster, DN4 5
Tel 01302 370
The play area provides an enjoyable playtime experience for children aged 0-12 years old with a dedicated toddler soft play area. There is a cafe here too offering a variety of hot and cold dishes.
Two hour play sessions are available throughout the day from £1.50 (Under 1’s and adults) and £4.50 (1-12 years), 7 days a week. Tickets are available at a lower price if pre-booked online.
Doncaster Lakeside, Bawtry Road, Doncaster DN4 7PD
Please check our website for the most recent class timetable.
Puddle Ducks Doncaster’s Baby & Pre-School programme (0-4) provides a wonderful bonding experience and our progressive lesson plans instil a water confidence and love of swimming. Our nurturing teachers – the most highly qualified in the business – tailor activities to your child’s abilities and needs and we make learning to swim fun! Our baby & Pre-school programme is offered through five levels Floaties (0-6months), Splashers (6-15months), Kickers (15 to 30 months), Little Dippers (30 months- 4 years) and Dippers (3 & 4 year olds who are ready for the next stage).
For older children, whether they have come from a pre-school class or never been in the water before, Swim Academy (4-10 years) will take your child from ‘getting their faces wet’ to being an independent swimmer and who knows, maybe a future Olympic champion.
Call 07884 933789 for more information or email doncaster@puddleducks.com
A unique, fun, rustic DIY workshop based at the Yorkshire Hive.
Create beautiful pieces of wall art yourself, getting creative with colours, stains and finishes. No skills required, suitable from any age (children with parental supervision).
We use hand made, raw wood created on site and will guide you through the easy process of staining and painting your design. Take your new masterpiece home with you to hang proudly or give as an extra special gift.
Open everyday, you’re welcome to drop in anytime, but at weekends it may be busier with parties so do send us a message to check.
For full details on all of our events and workshops please visit our website.
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The Twisted Knot, The Yorkshire Hive, Hurst Lane, DN9 3HQ
Here in Doncaster you can take advantage of the award winning baby/toddler and pre-school lessons provided by Water Babies. Teaching babies here for over 11 years in various locations across the town and wider county.
We’ll teach you to teach your baby to swim. From lesson one, we’ll get your little one used to the sensation of the water, developing their natural instincts and transforming these into core aquatic skills. By the end of our programme, your little one will be swimming freely using different strokes and be able to keep themselves safe in and around the water. We use carefully considered swim positions and activities to help your baby gain their confidence in the water from the get-go.
We work closely with Swim England, the national governing body for swimming and we’ve woven their learn to swim framework through our fun filled programme, you will be simply amazed at the progress they make.
We currently hold classes at Heatherwood School, Quest Park and Rossington Hall so pop along to our website to find your nearest class and to get in touch!
Visit the Water Babies website
Water Babies South Yorkshire 01909 776660
Professional Instructor Team running classes at various locations in Doncaster. Our Children’s Program Multi Skilled Martial Arts is one of the most unique and diverse Martial Arts Children’s programmes available in the UK. It’s a blend of Tae Kwon Do, Self Defence, Kick Boxing, Weapons Training, Wrestling, Ju-Jitsu and Kenpo Karate.
Call 01302 858335
An indoor inflatable theme park like no other!
On Saturdays and Sundays the following sessions are available:
Parent & Toddler 9-10am- £5 per child
Family Session (for families with children 10 and under) 10-11am- £5 per person
Open Jump sessions (1 hour)
£11 per person (Age 6+)
£5 per person (Age 2- 5)
Baby Massage, Baby Yoga, Bouncing Buggies, Balance Bike classes throughout the week.
Contact: Nichola Caughey
Tel: 07748 668634
Alternate Sundays 2:30- 4:30pm
For children aged 5-9 years with sensory needs and disabilities.
Cura- Cares Sensory Music group is perfect for young people who struggle to regulate in loud & busy play areas.
Stonecross House, Kirk Sandall, DN3 1QS
Cost: £8.75 per hour/ £17.50 for a 2 hour session
Call 01302 887222 to book a place or find out more.
The Kixx programme offers a high energy, fun, creative and age-appropriate introduction to physical activity through football for ages 18 months – 10 years.
We have sessions across the Doncaster area and run classes 7 days a week.
Contact 01302 618080
Rugbytots enables boys and girls aged 2-7 to develop their social and physical skills in a fun, positive environment.
Doncaster classes currently take place on Saturdays at St Francis Church Hall, Nostell Place, Doncaster DN4 7JA
Rotherham classes take place on Sundays at Rotherham Thrybergh Academy
Contact 0345 313 0289 for more information
Sundays at 10am
Supportive screening is our dedicated autism-friendly show. Every Sunday morning at 10am we show a carefully selected U or PG-rated film in conditions designed to make it more accessible for those with additional needs.
Tickets available online.
Waterdale, Doncaster
Scorpion Taekwondo are a group of clubs that provide quality and professional tuition in the martial art of Taekwondo and lessons for all ages and abilities. We teach classes every day of the week at various venues across the Doncaster area.
24-26 Scot Lane, Doncaster, DN1 1ES
Rossington Hall, Doncaster:
Baby/ toddler swimming lessons take place every day except Saturday.
Swimming lessons from 2.5 years of age take place Monday- Saturday.
Super Swimmers of Dinnington
Baby/ toddler sessions take place every day of the week.
Swimming lessons from 2.5 years of age take place Monday- Saturday.
Rossington Hall 01909 561269 / Dinnington 07801 810384
Go Swimstars provides a unique Learn to Swim experience, from birth with small class sizes, state of art family friendly facilities and fun, innovative lessons. We have small classes free of distractions, expert swimming instructors, and a state of the art indoor pool. Every child feels safe and at home as we begin their swimming journey.
The whole family can enjoy a meal at The Wool Market – even if you all fancy different things!
The Wool Market invites you to Mr Dan’s Sunday Funday on the first Sunday of every month from 1pm-3pm. It’s free entry and there is no booking required.
Wool Market Doncaster. Market Place, DN1 1BN
Mini Morning screenings take place on Saturday’s and Sunday’s, with various films shown at a discounted rate for little ones and parents. It makes it a really affordable way to see films on the big screen.
£2.99 for adults
£2.49 for children
It costs £1 extra per ticket if you book on arrival.
