CHILD AND CAREGIVER CLASSES
For newborns through 4 years old, with caregivers
The Parenting Center’s Child and Caregiver Classes are designed to meet the developmental and social needs of infants and toddlers (newborns through age 4) and to provide meaningful and fun bonding experiences for parents and other caregivers. LGBTQ and straight, couples and single parents, Jewish and non-Jewish, people of any color or ability — all families are warmly welcomed.
WINTER AND SPRING 2022 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Registration is now open for our Winter and Spring 2022 Sessions! Our Winter 2022 Session will run from January through late February/early March. Our Spring 2022 Session will run from mid-March through May. You can register for one or both sessions at the same time. Please be aware that our Spring Session classes often full up early, since many people register for both Winter and Spring sessions at the same time. Below is the list of classes that will be offered in the Winter and Spring 2022 sessions; you can expand each listing to see details about dates, times, prices, age requirements, and links to our registration system. Please note that swim classes are run through our Aquatics Department; you can find information about them here.
Unless otherwise noted, all classes meet in person, at our beautifully renovated building at 16th and Q Streets NW, with appropriate vaccination, cleaning, ventilation, and masking requirements.
ALL CAREGIVERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF VACCINATION EACH TIME THEY COME TO THE BUILDING. READ THE REST OF OUR CURRENT MASK AND VACCINE REQUIREMENTS HERE.
IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT REGISTRATION:
- By registering for our classes, you agree to our policies regarding refunds, make-ups, safety, illness, and more. Read them here.
- Please note that unless specifically designated as a “drop-off class,” all classes require that children be accompanied by a caregiver at all times.
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Once you log in or create your account, please select the “2022 SEASON” and look for the “Parenting Center” category of programs.
- We offer a 10% discount off the second child if two children from the same family are enrolled in the same class.
This discount does not appear on the registration page, but it will be applied by our staff when the registration is processed. -
LOOKING FOR SWIM CLASSES?? FIND THEM HERE.
WINTER AND SPRING 2022 CLASS OPTIONS (expand each class for details)
For 18-36 months (Adult and Me): Sundays, 8:50 to 9:20 OR 9:30-10:00 OR 10:40-11:10 All classes are sold out for the Winter session.
For 3-4 years (Drop Off): Sundays, 10:05-10:35 OR 11:15-11:45 All classes are sold out for the Winter session. The 10:05 class is sold out for Spring.
WINTER SESSION: 6 Sundays, Jan 23—Feb 27
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: March 6
Winter Session Price: $152; EDCJCC Member Rate $122
SPRING SESSION: 9 Sundays, March 13—May 15 (no class April 17)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: May 22
Spring Session Price: $227; EDCJCC Member Rate $182
Teacher: Janet Hobson (Ms. Janet)
Get ready to tumble, roll, and stand on your hands! Power Tots gymnastics classes build a strong foundation of basic skills, including forward rolls, backwards rolls, handstands, a variety of jumps (learning to jump), cartwheels, balance beam skills, and so much more! Children love exploring equipment like the balance beam, parallel bar, parachute, springboard, and vaulting blocks. Our small groups format allows us to offer individualized attention, ensuring safety and support. For more information check us out at www.powertotsinc.com.
NOTE: In the Adult and Me classes, the adult is required to participate. The adult will help guide the child through the class and the course to ensure everyone is kept safe. In the Drop-Off Classes, parents/guardians are welcome to watch through the windows or may return when class is over, but they cannot be in the studio with the children during class.
Sundays, 10:00-10:30, for 6-24 months,
WINTER SESSION: 6 Sundays, Jan 9—Feb 13
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: February 20
SPRING SESSION: 6 Sundays, March 13-April 24 (no class April 17)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: May 1
Price Per Session: $146; EDCJCC Member Rate $110
Teacher: Iana Clifford (Ms. Iana)
The Baby Signs Program teaches babies to use simple, easy-to-do gestures for communicating with their parents and caregivers, long before they have mastered verbal speaking skills. The Sign, Say and Play classes are a series of six theme-based virtual classes designed for parents and babies to attend together. A total of 37 useful signs are taught through fun songs, books, and activities. In addition, parents learn simple ways to support their baby’s intellectual development-tips drawn from Drs. Acredolo and Goodwyn’s parenting book, Baby Minds: Brain Building Games Your Baby Will Love.
It’s never too early for parents to learn Baby Sign so that you can use it when the time comes! Session registration includes one weekly live class and also access to the recording of that class to watch anytime your kiddo.
FOR 6 MONTHS- 4 YEARS
Sundays, 10:30-11:10 or 11:20-12:00
WINTER SESSION: 6 Sundays, Jan 23—Feb 27
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: March 6
Winter Session Price: $152; EDCJCC Member Rate $122
SPRING SESSION: 9 Sundays, March 13—May 15 (no class April 17)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: May 22
Spring Session Price: $227; EDCJCC Member Rate $182
Teacher: Teresa Collier (Ms. Teresa)
Tunes 4 Tots® teaches actual music concepts to even the youngest of children in a fun and interactive way! Through a variety of age-appropriate aural, visual, and physical activities, our engaging and research-based program prepares little ones for a lifetime of making music.
FOR 15 MONTHS THROUGH 3 YEARS
Mondays OR Fridays, 9:15-10:45 OR 11:00-12:30 Sold out at 9:15 on Mondays and Fridays for the Winter session
MONDAY WINTER SESSION: 6 Mondays, Jan 24-Feb 28
FRIDAY WINTER SESSION: 6 Fridays, Jan 28-March 4
Winter Session Price: $182; EDCJCC Member Rate $152
MONDAY SPRING SESSION: 8 Mondays, March 14–May 16 (No class April 11 and 18)
FRIDAY SPRING SESSION: 8 Fridays, March 18-May 20 (no class April 15 and April 22)
Spring Session Price: $242; EDCJCC Member Rate $202
Teacher: Nina Gregg (Ms. Nina)
This program for toddlers and their grownups includes circle time, music, gross motor play, art projects, and free choice play, just like a typical preschool day. Children have fun while developing their social, emotional, and cognitive skills. The Friday session class will also celebrate the Jewish Shabbat through songs and stories.
FOR 15 MONTHS THROUGH 3 YEARS:
Tuesdays, 10:10-10:50
FOR 6-24 MONTHS: Tuesdays, 11:00-11:40 or 11:50-12:30
WINTER SESSION: 7 Tuesdays, Jan 25-March 8
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: March 15
Winter Session Price: $177; EDCJCC Member Rate $142
SPRING SESSION: 9 Tuesdays, March 22-May 24, no class April 19
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: May 31
Spring Session Price: $227; EDCJCC Member Rate $182
Teacher: Ari Jacobson (Mr. Ari)
Come gather round the guitar for a fun, playful, and interactive musical adventure with children’s entertainer Ari Jacobson. Children are ready to respond to rhythm and melody from day one, and your little ones will have so much fun clapping, stomping, jumping and giggling that they might not even notice the language, motor, and social skills they are developing! Through classic music from Baa Baa Black Sheep to the Beatles, infants and toddlers (not to mention their grownups) will learn and grow together as cognitive enrichment meets plain old musical good times.
Wednesdays, 10:10-11:10
January Session: 4 Wednesdays, January 5-26
February Session: 4 Wednesdays, February 2-23
March Session: 4 Wednesdays, March 9-30
April Session: 4 Wednesdays, April 6-27
May Session: 4 Wednesdays, May 4-25
(Register for as many sessions as you want!)
Price per Session: $94; EDCJCC Member Rate $82
Teacher: Michelle Cain
This class will meet outdoors, with an indoor option in case of bad weather.
Stroller Strides® is FIT4MOM DC‘s all-levels total-body conditioning workout designed for caregivers with babies or tots in tow. Each 60-minute workout consists of strength training, cardio and core restoration, all while entertaining the little ones with songs, activities and fun! Your instructor is trained to meet you where you are mentally and physically, and create space for caregivers to build community. You’ll leave class feeling connected, successful & energized.
Note: All adults are welcome to participate, as long as they have been cleared for workouts by their health care provider. Babies and tots of any age are welcome, as long as they can be worn or secured in a car seat or stroller.
INTRO TO BALLET, FOR AGES 2-3: Wednesdays, 4:50-5:30 Sold out for the Winter Session
LEVEL II BALLET, FOR AGES OLDER 3s-5 YEARS: Wednesdays, 4:00-4:40 Sold out for the Winter Session
WINTER SESSION: 7 Wednesdays, Jan 26—March 9
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: March 16
Winter Session Price: $184; EDCJCC Member Rate $149
SPRING SESSION: 9 Wednesdays, March 23—May 25 (no class on April 20)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: June 1
Spring Session Price: $236; EDCJCC Member Rate $191
Teacher: Janet Hobson (Ms. Janet)
Power Tots dance classes expose children to the basic steps through stories and games. Children learn how to count music and are given the opportunity to find their unique creative expression. Skills learned include chassè, pivot turns, ball change, five positions, pliè, grand pliè, relevè, arabesque, and so much more! Our classes are great for boys and girls.
NOTE: This is a Drop Off Class; we ask that adults remain in the area just outside the Dance Studio during class.
For 15 months through 3 years: Thursdays, 10:10-10:50
For 6-24 months: Thursdays, 11:00-11:40
WINTER SESSION: 6 Thursdays, Jan 27-March 10 (no class Feb 17)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: March 17
Winter Session Price: $152; EDCJCC Member Rate $122
SPRING SESSION: 8 Thursdays, March 24-May 19 (no class April 21)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: May 26
Spring Session Price: $202; EDCJCC Member Rate $162
Teacher: Michelle Hessel (Ms. Michelle)
Ms. Michelle’s energetic and engaging classes combine music, movement, and creative play, which are all building blocks for self-confidence in physical and social development. Using a variety of different rhythm instruments and props as well as a broad repertoire of music, this class teaches age-appropriate musical concepts and basic gross motor skills through a dynamic, creative and interactive program.
FOR NEWBORNS THROUGH ALMOST CRAWLING
Thursdays, 12:20-1:00
WINTER SESSION: 6 Thursdays, Jan 27-March 10 (no class Feb 17)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: March 17
Winter Session Price: $152; EDCJCC Member Rate $122
SPRING SESSION: 8 Thursdays, March 24-May 19 (no class April 21)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: May 26
Spring Session Price: $202; EDCJCC Member Rate $162
Teacher: Miriam Szubin (Ms. Miriam)
Bond with your baby through music in this class for infants and their grownups. We will use age-appropriate songs, movements, games, and instruments to encourage development and attachment and to share ideas about how to stimulate your baby at home.
FOR 21 MONTHS THROUGH 4 YEARS: Fridays, 10:10-10:50
FOR CRAWLERS AND WALKERS UP TO 24 MONTHS: Fridays, 11:00-11:40
WINTER SESSION: 6 Fridays, Jan 28-March 4
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: March 11
Winter Session Price: $152; EDCJCC Member Rate $122
SPRING SESSION: 8 Fridays, March 18-May 20 (no class April 15 and April 22)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: May 27
Spring Session Price: $202; EDCJCC Member Rate $162
Teacher: Teacher: Kéthia Clairvoyant (Ms. KC)
Yoga for Tots combines unique toddler-friendly yoga poses with songs, stories, and games to create an enriching caregiver/child activity. Each class is personalized around your child’s curiosities as they learn yoga through social interaction, repetition, and play. In these sessions, toddlers and preschoolers learn how to relieve frustration, improve motor skills, and increase attention span by actively following directions. Help your tot build the foundation for a healthy and fit lifestyle while having fun!
FOR 8 WEEKS TO ALMOST CRAWLING: Fridays, 11:50-12:30
WINTER SESSION: 6 Fridays, Jan 28-March 4
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: March 11
Winter Session Price: $152; EDCJCC Member Rate $122
SPRING SESSION: 8 Fridays, March 18-May 20 (no class April 15 and April 22)
Make-up date if needed by the teacher: May 27
Spring Session Price: $202; EDCJCC Member Rate $162
Teacher: Teacher: Kéthia Clairvoyant (Ms. KC)
Yoga for Babies contains dozens of unique yoga postures designed to support baby’s development. Each week is filled with calming, nurturing ways to enhance bonding and improve baby’s sleep. Babies enjoy yoga while on their backs, tummies, or held in loving arms. For caregivers, this is a special opportunity to meet other caregivers, get support, and learn about baby’s emerging personality. Most of the yoga is for baby, but you will also learn breathing and relaxation techniques as you practice a bit of yoga yourself. No yoga experience necessary.
Check Enrollment and Financial Transactions
1. Log into your CampMinder Account
2. Choose “Financial Management.”
3. Be sure that the drop-down menu is set to the calendar year in which you took the classes (e.g. “2017” for November 2017 classes or “2018” for January 2018 classes)
4. Click View Statement.
This will open up a PDF that lists all enrolled classes and all financial transactions for that calendar year. You can adjust the year to see transactions from previous years.
The Edlavitch DCJCC embraces inclusion in all its programs and activities. We welcome and encourage the participation of all people, regardless of their background, sexual orientation, abilities, or religion, including interfaith couples and families.