Play and Learn at Gymboree

Last year, when I was still pregnant with Datu, we got a Gymboree voucher specially for Dragon babies. I got it from one of the Mommy Mundo events. The voucher gets us a Free trial class, 50% off the Membership fee and 50% off on the child's first enrollment. The caveat is that it must be used before the child turns 10 months.

Datu is turning 10 months in about two weeks so we decided to use the coupon to avail of the discounts if we decide to enroll him. Serendra and Greenbelt 5 were the nearest branches from where we lived (nearest was Rockwell but that branch isn't open yet). I called both up to check for class schedules as those were not posted in their websites. The Greenbelt schedule worked best for us. I reserved a slot for Datu for their level 2 class on a Saturday.

Gymboree's Play and Learn are their most popular classes. There were several levels depending on your child's age. Datu is at Level 2 (6-10 months). It goes up to Level 6 for toddlers 28-36 months. The activities are play-based that stimulate your child's motor and sensory skills. The activities are all done while singing. The classes last for an hour.

Class schedule for Gymboree at Greenbelt 5

For Level 2, there was a segment for parent sharing. We were asked about feeding our children solid foods. It was more of a question and answer thing. It would have been nice if we were actually asked about best practices but I guess that may take too long of a discussion and will take away time for the actual baby activities.

I think Datu enjoyed the activity with bubbles best. The teachers would blow bubbles in the air while singing, the babies were so cute looking and touching the bubbles. The bubbles are safe as they were not made of soap. I remember the teacher saying it had glucose and something else (which sounded safe...sorry, I'm kind of forgetful with these things! Important to note is that these are safe :) ) He also liked the soccer activity and mostly anything that involved lifting him. The activities also allowed him to interact with other babies his age in that kind of environment. Honestly, I enjoyed the activities too. I think I enjoyed it more that Datu did. (lol)

We did not enroll him just yet as we feel that he can't fully appreciate the classes at this age still. Also,since we live in an apartment complex, Datu is able to interact with other babies too. In our complex, Datu has two kabarkadas who are the same age as he is. Then, there are toddlers below three years old. However, if your baby does not have a regular playmate he/she can interact with, I say go for it and enroll your baby to start developing social skills.

Below are their current rates in case you decide to enroll your own kids. Both parents can join the classes with the baby. Especially if you are not in your best physical state, activities can be tiring   and it provides equal opportunity for both parents to get involved while the other takes pictures and videos :)



Hubs and I decided to enroll Datu for Level 3 onwards when he is older. We feel after a few months, he will be able to participate better in the activities.