As distance learning is winding down, for the time being, you may be looking for some more active and engaging virtual activities to keep your kids busy. Whether you are working from home and need to distract them soo you can work or just need something to break up the day there is a class available that you can do in the safety of your own home.
Virtual Movement Classes
Jump right to the age you need:
Babies | Toddlers | Preschoolers | Kindergarteners | Early Elementary | Elementary | Middle School
Virtual Movement Classes for 1-4 Year Olds
Connect with your baby or toddler through movement and music in the comfort of your own home. Instructors will lead you in movement activities perfect for babies and toddlers that you can continue when class ends.
Hot Shots Tots Movement – Vernon Hills Park District
Fee: $36 Age: 3-6 years
Tuesday, June 2-23, 3:00 p.m.
Children are introduced to age-appropriate exercises specifically designed for balance and coordination of their large muscle groups. Through basic movement, participants experience their world in a whole new way and begin to understand how their bodies work.
Movin’ with Music Family Dance Class – Mundelein Parks & Recreation
Fee: $12 Age: 1-4 years with a parent
Thursdays June 4 – 25, 2:45 p.m.
Sing, dance, and shake your sillies out with developmentally appropriate rhymes, activities, and rhythms. Dancers will use their bodies, voices, and imaginations to explore music and movement. 30-minute class taught over Zoom.
Rock ‘n’ Kids– Round Lake Area Park District
Fee: $48 Age: 1-6
Mondays, June 15 – August 3
This virtual class session to sing, dance, play, and learn! Rock ‘n’ Kids provides the Tot Rock and Kid Rock musical and creative movement programs for children. 30-minute class.
Virtual Movement Classes for 3-6 Year Olds
Movement classes for preschoolers and kindergartners will get your kids dancing, hopping, and moving around with fun interactive instructors. From dance techniques to yoga, there is something for every personality.
Ballerina Princess – Mundelein Parks & Recreation
Fee: $12 Age: 3-6 years
Thursdays June 4 – 25, 3:30 p.m.
Come dance like a princess while learning basic ballet skills. Dancers can wear ballet attire or their favorite princess dress. 30-minute class taught over Zoom.
Giggle with Goose – Park District of Highland Park
Fee: $60 residents $65 non-residents Age: 3-4 years
Tuesday or Thursday, June 2-25, 11:00 a.m.
Help find Chloe’s magical basket on this musical theatre journey! Children will use their imagination in this 45-minute class, exploring creative movement, body awareness, and elements of drama! Registration begins May 20
Ballet – Park District of Highland Park
Fee: $36 resident $41 non-resident Age: 5-7
Mondays, June 1-22, 2:00 p.m.
Beginner level class introduces students to the structure and sequence of a traditional ballet class. Students learn basic ballet principles such as ballet terminology, body positions, and common movement phrases. Registration begins May 20
Family Room Fitness – Mundelein Parks & Recreation
Fee: $32 Fitness center members $50 non-members Age: 5 and older
Tuesdays, June 2-23, 5:00 p.m.
Gather the young and old for a family fitness class in your home. Each week will be an introduction to a new style of exercise. 30-minute class taught via Zoom.
Rock ‘n’ Kids– Round Lake Area Park District
Fee: $48 Age: 1-6
Mondays, June 15 – August 3
This virtual class session to sing, dance, play, and learn! Rock ‘n’ Kids provides the Tot Rock and Kid Rock musical and creative movement programs for children. 30-minute class.
Virtual Movement Classes for 6-9 Year Olds
Movement classes for early elementary children allow them to explore new techniques and connect with their bodies in more athletic ways.
Yoga– Round Lake Area Park District
Fee: $7 Age: 8 and older
Tuesdays, May 19 and 26, 8:30 a.m.
A class for beginners and for those returning to yoga and wishing to slow down their pace. The focus is on breathing, balance, stretching, and releasing tension.
Ballet – Park District of Highland Park
Fee: $36 resident $41 non-resident Age: 5-7
Mondays, June 1-22, 2:00 p.m.
Beginner level class introduces students to the structure and sequence of a traditional ballet class. Students learn basic ballet principles such as ballet terminology, body positions, and common movement phrases.
Hip Hop – Mundelein Parks & Recreation
Fee: $12 Age: 6-9 years
Thursdays June 4 – 25, 4:15 p.m.
A high energy class that will get you moving! Hip hop will include fun and challenging dance moves to popular music. 30-minute class taught over Zoom.
Family Room Fitness – Mundelein Parks & Recreation
Fee: $32 Fitness center members $50 non-members Age: 5 and older
Tuesdays, June 2-23, 5:00 p.m.
Gather the young and old for a family fitness class in your home. Each week will be an introduction to a new style of exercise. 30 minute class taught via Zoom.
Virtual Movement Classes for 9-11 Year Olds
Elementary school students can learn dance moves to show off on their social media or hone their current skills in these virtual dance classes.
Jazz Funk Workshop – Buffalo Grove Park District
Fee: $10 Age: 9-12 years
Tuesday, May 19, 4:15 p.m.
Special 45 minute one day workshop taught via Zoom.
Yoga– Round Lake Area Park District
Fee: $7 Age: 8 and older
Tuesdays, May 19 and 26, 8:30 a.m.
A class for beginners and for those returning to yoga and wishing to slow down their pace. The focus is on breathing, balance, stretching, and releasing tension.
Musical Theatre Dance Workshop – Buffalo Grove Park District
Fee: $10 Age: 9-12 years
Tuesday, May 26, 4:15 p.m.
Special 45 minute one day workshop taught via Zoom.
Family Room Fitness – Mundelein Parks & Recreation
Fee: $32 Fitness center members $50 non-members Age: 5 and older
Tuesdays, June 2-23, 5:00 p.m.
Gather the young and old for a family fitness class in your home. Each week will be an introduction to a new style of exercise. 30 minute class taught via Zoom.
Virtual Movement Classes for children 12 and older
Middle Schoolers can dance at home to burn off steam or just to get moving. Or use this time to prepare for fall auditions and try-outs.
Jazz Funk Workshop – Buffalo Grove Park District
Fee: $10 Age: 12-19 years
Tuesday, May 19, 5:15 p.m.
Special 45 minute one day workshop taught via Zoom.
Yoga– Round Lake Area Park District
Fee: $7 Age: 8 and older
Tuesdays, May 19 and 26, 8:30 a.m.
A class for beginners and for those returning to yoga and wishing to slow down their pace. The focus is on breathing, balance, stretching, and releasing tension.
Musical Theatre Dance Workshop – Buffalo Grove Park District
Fee: $10 Age: 9-12 years
Tuesday, May 26, 4:15 p.m.
Special 45 minute one day workshop taught via Zoom.
Family Room Fitness – Mundelein Parks & Recreation
Fee: $32 Fitness center members $50 non-members Age: 5 and older
Tuesdays, June 2-23, 5:00 p.m.
Gather the young and old for a family fitness class in your home. Each week will be an introduction to a new style of exercise. 30-minute class taught via Zoom.
Dance Team Clinics – Dance Academy of Libertyville
Fee: $8 per class Age: High School
Saturdays, May 16, 23 and 30 12:30 p.m.
Get ready for tryouts with varsity coaches and award winning choreographers in these hour-long workshops. All dancers welcome.
Are your kids taking any online movement classes? Tell us about their favorites in the comments!
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