Image Dancing: Minis
This class is for 2.5 - 4.5 year olds. Let them move some energy out of their body!
Not the right age group?
Image Dancing is offering free classes for everyone this week! They have options for the whole family. Check out their website for more information and the schedule of classes you can try.
Click here to sign up for the class.
This is a weekly offering from Image Dancing but free this week to celebrateWeek of the Young Child!
Adventure Friday at Stonetree: Provider Edition
We see you, early childhood providers—now it’s time for YOU to have some fun! Enjoy a FREE evening of climbing and connection at Stonetree Climbing Center. No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure! Come unwind, move, and recharge in our supportive and engaging space.
This offer is for anyone working in early childhood: providers, teachers, directors, and assistants.
No need to RSVP ahead of time, just come anytime between 5-7 pm.
For more information, visit Stonetree’s website.
Adventure Friday at Stonetree: Family Time
Climb, explore, and have a blast at Stonetree Climbing Center! On this special Adventure Friday, adults can purchase a $15 day pass and bring up to two kids (ages 4-12) for FREE. Whether you’re new to climbing or a seasoned pro, our bouldering gym is the perfect place to challenge yourself and have fun with your kids in a welcoming community space. Come climb with us!
No need to RSVP ahead of time, just come anytime between 3 – 5 pm.
For more information, visit Stonetree’s website.
Helena Field School Tinkergarten Class
Play based learning Tinkergarten class at Mount Helena City Park! In this class we will engage all of our senses, and tap into our unique human superpower of Empathy as we work together to create a feast for all ... It all starts with one stone, and some nature treasures!
Audience: Children ages 18 months - 8 years (but older or younger siblings are always welcome to come along).
Cost: Free
Click here for more information and to sign up.
Lyrical II
Fun combos with Hip Hop inspired movement & foundations, including popping, locking & breaking.
This class is for children 8 - 12 years old (approximately). Click here for more information on their Lyrical classes.
Click here to sign up for the class.
Image Dancing is offering free classes for everyone this week! Check out their website for more information and the schedule of classes you can try.
Hip Hop II
Fun combos with Hip Hop inspired movement & foundations, including popping, locking & breaking.
This class is for children 9-12 years old (approximately). Click here for more information on their Hip Hop classes.
Click here to sign up for the class.
Image Dancing is offering free classes for everyone this week! Check out their website for more information and the schedule of classes you can try.
Hip Hop I
Fun combos with Hip Hop inspired movement & foundations, including popping, locking & breaking.
This class is for children 5 - 9 years old (approximately). Click here for more information on their Hip Hop classes.
Click here to sign up for the class.
Image Dancing is offering free classes for everyone this week! Check out their website for more information and the schedule of classes you can try.
Jazz I / II
A variety of across the floor progressions of turns, kicks, jumps and more in each class.
This class is for children 7 - 11 years old (approximately). Click here for more information on their Jazz classes.
Click here to sign up for the class.
Image Dancing is offering free classes for everyone this week! Check out their website for more information and the schedule of classes you can try.
Creative Movement Class - Thursday
New students ages 8 and under can take a free class at Cohesion all week long!
About: Creative movement uses music, play and imagination for fun and exciting dance and movement exercises. Click here for more information.
Location: Cohesion Dance Project; 1020 Argyle Street; Helena, MT
Audience: Children ages 3 - 5 years old
RSVP: You do not need to RSVP ahead of time but please arrive early to get signed in. Free classes are first come, first serve with a capacity of 10 students.
Need a different time? Creative Movement for 3-5 year olds without a caregiver is also happening:
Monday 4 - 4:45 pm. Click here for more information.
Wednesday 5:30 - 6:15 pm. Click here for more information.
Questions or More Info: Contact Jess Partridge at 406-422-0830 or visit cohesiondance.org
Child + Caregiver Creative Movement
New students ages 8 and under can take a free class at Cohesion all week long!
About: Explore joyful movement using multi-sensory props and fun music while making meaningful connections with your infant/toddler. Sing rhymes and experience the BrainDance approach to learning movement nurturing cognitive and physical development of children ages 2-23 months.
Location: Cohesion Dance Project; 1020 Argyle Street; Helena, MT
Audience: Children ages 2 - 23 months and their caregivers
RSVP: You do not need to RSVP ahead of time but please arrive early to get signed in. Free classes are first come, first serve with a capacity of 10 students.
Questions or More Info: Contact Jess Partridge at 406-422-0830 or visit cohesiondance.org for class details.
Creative Movement Class - Wednesday
New students ages 8 and under can take a free class at Cohesion all week long!
About: Creative movement uses music, play and imagination for fun and exciting dance and movement exercises. Click here for more information.
Location: Cohesion Dance Project; 1020 Argyle Street; Helena, MT
Audience: Children ages 3 - 5 years old
RSVP: You do not need to RSVP ahead of time but please arrive early to get signed in. Free classes are first come, first serve with a capacity of 10 students.
Need a different time? Creative Movement for 3-5 year olds without a caregiver is also happening:
Monday 4 - 4:45 pm. Click here for more information.
Thursday 9:15 - 10 am. Click here for more information.
Questions or More Info: Contact Jess Partridge at 406-422-0830 or visit cohesiondance.org
Work Together Wednesday
Week of the Young Child’s Work Together Wednesday!
ExplorationWorks Early Explorers class will be themed for Work Together Wednesday. ExplorationWorks Science Center’s Early Explorers education program gives preschool-age children an opportunity to experience interactive science activities led by skilled educators passionate about learning. Early Explorers Classes are geared for kids ages 0-5 and their care givers.
Early Explorer’s is a regular offering, visit ExplorationWorks website to see all opportunities.
Free Jump Time
Jump for joy! This is the perfect opportunity to use some of that energy those little ones have!
Free jump time for all children under 8 from 10 am until noon.
To learn more about Flying Giant Adventure Park, check out their website.
Image Dancing: Minis
This class is for 2 - 4.5 year olds. Let them move some energy out of their body!
Not the right age group?
Image Dancing is offering free classes for everyone this week! They have options for the whole family. Check out their website for more information and the schedule of classes you can try.
Click here to sign up for the class.
This is a weekly offering from Image Dancing but free this week to acknowledge Week of the Young Child!
Free Bowling
Bowl for fun! Get out and do something playful with the little ones!
Free bowling for all children under 8 from 10 am - noon.
To learn more about Sleeping Giant Lanes, check out their website.
Free Classes at Image Dancing
Move your body and try something new!
Image Dancing is offering free classes for everyone this week! They have options for the whole family – starting at age 2. Check out their website for more information and the schedule of classes you can try.
Click here to sign up for the classes.
This offer is valid for the entire Week: April 7th – 12th, 2025.
Free Classes at Cohesion Dance
About: Come dance with Cohesion Dance Project! New students ages 8 and under can take a free class at Cohesion all week long!
Location: Cohesion Dance Project; 1020 Argyle Street; Helena, MT
Audience: Children ages 2 months to 8 years (and their caregivers)
RSVP: You do not need to RSVP ahead of time but please arrive early to get signed in. Free classes are first come, first serve with a capacity of 10 students.
Class options: visit cohesiondance.org for details
Creative Movement for 3-5 year olds without a caregiver
Monday 4 - 4:45 pm. Click here for more information.
Wednesday 5:30 - 6:15 pm. Click here for more information.
Thursday 9:15 - 10 am. Click here for more information.
Child/Caregiver class for children ages 2 months to 2 years with a caregiver
Thursday 9:15-10 am. Click here for more information.
Beginning Modern for 6 - 8 year olds without a caregiver
Monday 4-5 pm. Click here for more information.
Questions or More Info: Contact Jess Partridge at 406-422-0830 or visit cohesiondance.org
Dance Flow for Parents + Little Ones
Come ready to move, connect, and discover where your little one's energy will take you!
In this class, Ilgaz will introduce simple movement tools for you to explore with your baby/toddler. After a playful guided session, we’ll let the little ones take the lead—following their natural rhythms and curiosity. A thoughtfully curated playlist will carry us through a journey from peaceful grounding to joyful chaos and back to stillness.
Littles age limit: Newborn to 3 years
Capacity: 6 adults + 6 kids
Cost: Free
Please click here to register for this class.
Learn more about the teacher, Ilgaz Casey here.
Free Sprinkles at Big Dipper - Helena
Enjoy free sprinkles on any size cone or dish of ice-cream at Big Dipper - Helena!!
This offer is available for the entire Week of the Young Child: April 5th – 11th, 2025.
Check out Big Dipper’s website for their hours and menu.
Discounted Entry for ExWorks
Have you been wanting to check out ExplorationWorks? Now is the perfect time!
Get 50% off the price of admission for all kids age 6 and younger.
This offer is available for the entire Week of the Young Child, April 5th-11th, 2025. Check out ExplorationWorks website for their hours and more information.
Check out our list of events to see ExWorks classes during the Week of the Young Child!
Free Rides at the Carousel
Free Rides at Great Northern Carousel
For the whole Week of the Young Child: April 5th - 11th.
Where: 989 Carousel Way, Helena MT
Audience: Children 6 and under
What: Bring your children in for some fun at the Great Northern Carousel! All children 6 years and younger get three free rides.
No need to sign up or RSVP ahead of time. Just show up and take advantage of this opportunity anytime during the week.
Visit their website for hours and more information about our local carousel.
Please note they are closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
Loft Helena
Have you been wanting to check out some classes at Loft Helena?
This offer is for all childcare providers, preschool teachers and elementary school teachers: Loft Helena is offering free classes and $10 off the purchase of a 10 Class Card just for you.
This offer is valid for the entire Week of the Young Child April 5th – 11th, 2025.
Check out Loft Helena’s website for their class schedule.
We appreciate all you do for our children; take a little time for yourself.