Classes

If you’re looking for an activity that builds confidence, fitness and friendships without the pressure or hefty costume costs, Gladesville Ryde Physie is a beautiful local option that has been part of our community for generations. Founded more than 80 years ago, the club is the oldest BJP Physical Culture Club in Australia and offers…

[space_40] This spotlight is on a business we have a few years of history with...! We're showcasing SJJA Jiu Jitsu Academy, Gladesville, where our very own RDM junior Miss Holly attended for over 3 years. With classes running 7 days a week for children 3 - 15 years old and also for adults, the whole…

Yoga for kids aged 2-5 years at PHIVE Parramatta is on! Babies and Toddlers are welcome from 6 months of age. The beauty of the Yoga Cubs class is that you can do casual visits or book a set of 8 classes for a discount. Yoga Cubs runs on Friday's during school terms.  The aim…

Sound Expression is a dedicated music therapy clinic in North Ryde providing Individual Music Therapy and Group Music Therapy for children and adults. This NDIS registered service provider has 5 fully equipped music therapy rooms providing service to over 250 clients per week. Check out our Instagram Reel here. Sound Expression prides itself on creating…

By Jessica Matthews, Ryde District Mums Founder   GymbaROO offers research-based, neuro-developmental classes but best of all FUN learning environments for children across a range of activities. Let me tell you all about GymbaROO and why I think it's a must-do activity with your child or grandchild! I first went to GymbaROO Ryde about 10 years…

There is a new music school in West Ryde - B U Music. We think you'll be impressed with what is on offer at B U Music West Ryde and how they can guide your child in their musical journey. Have you thought about lessons for yourself? Perfect, B U Music offers lessons for those…

AustGrade Swim School is now open at Top Ryde Shopping Centre! With small classes for children 2 months to 16 years, a fast progression and an international program, Austgrade Swim School offers the highest standard of learning how to swim. Open 7 days a week, this fully accessible swim school is definitely making a splash with its fantastic…

Have you heard of Kumon? Seeing as they've been providing individualised Maths and English programmes for over 65 years so there's a good chance you have! We were invited by Berry, the instructor of Kumon Gladesville to visit with our 3 girls (aged 6, 9 and 10), to test out the classes and see what Kumon…

MyFirstGym has JUST opened at North Ryde and it's all about movement and fitness. Their aim is to support skill development and inspire kids to move their bodies through their most important developmental years. Located on Level 1 at North Ryde RSL, we just love how easy it is to park right outside the entrance…

  By Jessica Matthews (RDM Admin & Co-Founder)   WOW - what a few months it has been for us all! If like me, you have been working at home and helping with home learning, you might have been worried not only about your home-school teaching abilities but also how much time you had available…

Learning to swim can save your child’s life, but the benefits go well beyond safety. Anecdotally, the experts at Carlile Swimming have long known how children’s confidence grows, along with their physical and emotional wellbeing. Then, research proved them right. A four-year study by Australia’s Griffith University found children who attended regular swimming lessons improved…

  Anyone else feeling like Gladesville just got a little cooler now that it has its own Pinot & Picasso?? We've even read that Pinot & Picasso are Australia's #1 Paint and Sip experience so there's some extra points. FORTUNATELY technique and talent are not on the list of requirements to attend a night at…