Welcome to Romp n’ Roll Willow Grove! We’re so glad you’re here.
Welcome to Romp n’ Roll Willow Grove! We’re so glad you’re here.
Romp n’ Roll Willow Grove offers classes for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers from 3 months to 5 years in Richmond’s West End. Gym, music, art, science, cooking, dance, sports, and more. Browse by age or class type to find the perfect fit for your child.
If your baby is moving, this is the place to keep them grooving! This parent-inclusive class designed for mobile children focuses on developing muscle groups important to those children who are progressing from crawling to walking, as well as those who are already on the move. Our equipment and activities are specially designed with your mobile baby in mind – soft equipment arranged differently each week to encourage strengthening across the board. Not to mention the bubbles, sign language, instruments, and movement songs guaranteed to set the scene for a great naptime!
We call these children our “runners”…because that’s just what they do! We provide the perfect combination of independent play time and class activity, working on large muscle groups and fine motor skills through activities like balloons and paddles, ball skills, and parachute time. This vivacious age deserves a vivacious class that will set the stage for an active, healthy lifestyle.
Torn between gym and art? Why choose when you can have both? This innovative class seamlessly blends physical activity with creative expression. Each week, little ones explore a new theme through exciting gym adventures designed to build coordination and confidence. In the art room, your child will dive into hands-on art that sparks creativity while strengthening fine motor and sensory skills.
With group games, parachute play, and a bubble dance party to top it all off, this class is the perfect mix of movement, imagination, creativity and social development!
Grown-up Inclusive
Obstacle courses, cargo nets, rocking domes…oh my! This fun-filled class integrates just the right amount of following directions and introduction to structure disguised as fun! There will be a new theme and a different equipment set-up every week allowing the children to work on various skills, building strength and coordination, and expanding their imaginations! Don’t forget the bubble dance party at the end!
“Home run!” “Goal!” “Two points!” These are some of the words you hear in our Good Sports class everyday! Basic sports skills and vocabulary will be taught through non-competitive, co-operative drills and games featuring liberal use of our basketball hoop, soccer goal, baseball tee, hockey sticks, footballs and more! Teamwork and sportsmanship are also an important part of this energy filled class.
Who will be the next gold Olympic medalist from the land of Romp n’ Roll? “Pikes,” “straddle” and “tuck” are common terms heard here, as well as the favorite, “tada!!” The class will also facilitate flexibility, following instructions and cooperating with peers. This class is the perfect foundation before enrolling in a more formal gymnastics program.
Have more than one child but only time for one class? That was the thought behind this class designed to accommodate children ages 10 months through 5 years old. Don’t worry – instructors will provide an extra set of hands. Want to attend a class with a friend but your children are different ages? This is yet another great use for this class! Older children will participate in an obstacle course while the younger children engage in independent play and airlog activities. All will enjoy parachute time and bubble dance party!
There is so much learning going on at this age! Your baby’s first class at Romp n’ Roll provides opportunities for you and your baby to engage in appropriate activities that help them grow and learn physically and socially, naturally creating a bonding experience between baby and parent. The class is designed with elements such as movement activities to work on strengthening your baby’s back and neck to move them toward mobility, sign language to foster communication and language skills, music time to work on fine and gross motor skills and bubbles to work on hand-eye coordination. Just as important, grown-ups get the chance to communicate and bond with others who understand their exact concerns and questions. This class is chock full of learning…for everyone!
Who has rhythm? We all do! In this Gym and Music combination class the children will discover rhythm by playing instruments and participating in movement activities that will help them build a solid foundation both physically and musically. Developmentally appropriate activities combined with musical play give children an opportunity to grow physically as well as socially and emotionally. So, while they’re busy swinging from the trapeze, shaking the egg shakers, and flying down the slide, you can feel good knowing they are growing and learning! This music program is truly one of a kind and combines all genres of music from folk music to classical pieces, from rock n’ roll to lullabies. Developed by Romp n’ Roll, you will not find this program anywhere else!
Music is movement! So, it just makes sense to combine our Gym class with our innovative music program. Our Tumble Tunes 2 class is the perfect combination of physical skill building and the fostering of the love of music through playing instruments, performing movement activities and exercises that focus on basic terminology of music such as rhythm, tempo and pitch. Combine that with an obstacle course where they will “climb mountains”, “walk the plank” and “fly like a pterodactyl” and that sounds like the perfect class! This one of a kind music program combines all genres of music, from folk music to classical pieces, from rock n’ roll to lullabies. Developed by Romp n’ Roll, you will not find this program anywhere else!
Rhythm n’ Roll is a one-of-a-kind class that combines physical skill building as well as musical enrichment for your 3-5 year old. Children will navigate their way through theme-related obstacle courses designed to develop coordination, strength, and flexibility. Where else could your child fly like a pterodactyl, go on a bear hunt, and have a pajama party? During Music Circle time the children will participate in a variety of fun, and creative music, and movement activities to enhance sensory skills, speech, rhythm, and fine body movements. The children will also participate in activities to build emerging skills like skipping, throwing, hopscotch, and basic sports skills, as well as safe, cooperative participation with others.
Do your kids love music? Then bring them all to this awesome class! Our Mixed Ages Tumble Tunes class combines Music and Gym perfectly for all ages. So, if you’re bringing multiple children, don’t worry – our instructors will lend a hand while younger children explore during independent play and older children navigate an exciting obstacle course. During our Music Circle time you will experience a truly one of a kind music program that combines all genres of music, from folk music to classical pieces, from rock n’ roll to lullabies. Developed by Romp n’ Roll, you will not find this program anywhere else!
Young artists are busy building so many skills. In Art Explorers 1, children will explore and play with different colors and textures using everything under the sun as a paintbrush: clothes pins, legos, forks, vegetables, and more. This sensory exploration will encourage motor planning, problem-solving, and cognition, contributing to their growing ingenuity and cognitive development! In addition, we’ll read stories, sing songs, and move about the room to keep up with the energy of your little artist. The best part? Every week, you and your child will create a keepsake project that you can keep forever to remember this fun and exciting toddler stage!
A turtle tambourine, a spiny cactus, an astronaut…these are some of the cool art projects that will be created by your artistic little one. Each week children will create an art project related to a different theme, participate in exploration and tactile stations in addition to performing music and movement activities. This class is chock full of learning and is sure to help develop a love for the arts!
Children in Crayons to Canvas will be mentioning famous artists such as Pollack or Van Gogh at the dinner table. Each week, children explore the aspects of different artists and then create their own version of a project based on that artist’s style. When you ask your child what they did in art class, they will be able to tell you what “medium” they used and describe concepts like space, texture, perspective and abstraction, all the while being given the chance to tap into their creativity and make a colorful mess without the worry! What they bring home will be sure to fill the front of your fridge! Our Crayons to Canvas Class is 60 minutes long and takes place in the Art Room. project that you can keep forever to remember the fun and creativity they experienced in art class!
In our Crayons to Canvas class, preschoolers dive into the colorful world of art through the pages of beloved children’s books. Each week features a different book that inspires a hands-on art project, sensory-rich art exploration, and an imaginative movement activity—all thoughtfully tied to the book’s theme.
From painting hungry caterpillars to making a Wild Things crown to collaging coconut trees, little artists will develop fine motor skills, spark their creativity, and connect literature with both visual and physical expression. It’s the perfect blend of storytime magic, creative movement and messy fun—no clean-up required for you!
Let their imaginations run wild, one page, paintbrush, and wiggle at a time!
Grown-up Optional.
Whether your little one is a tiny tot or prepping for preschool, young artists are busy building so many skills. In Art Explorers Mixed Ages, children will explore and play with different colors and textures using everything under the sun as a paintbrush: clothes pins, legos, forks, vegetables, and more. This sensory exploration will encourage motor planning, problem-solving, and cognition, contributing to their growing ingenuity and cognitive development! In addition, we’ll read stories, sing songs, and move about the room to keep up with the energy of your little artist. The best part? Every week, you and your child will create a keepsake project that you can keep forever to remember the fun and creativity they experienced in art class!
Step into a royal realm in our transformed art room fit for little princesses, princes, knights, and dragons!
Encouraged to don their finest regal attire, our royal rompers embark on a journey of self-expression. Amidst enchanting tales and themed art activities, manners become magical as we enjoy a delightful tea party fit for royalty. This immersive experience ignites the imagination of every little prince and princess!
Each week, we share an enchanting story, create a themed art masterpiece, and enjoy a delightful tea party where manners become magical and social skills shine.
The adventure continues during the final part of the class when we head into the gym, where little royals explore castle-themed obstacle courses, conquer movement challenges, and hunt for dragons in an exciting Royal Quest.
This 60-minute class blends art, imagination, social development, and active play that builds creativity, confidence, coordination, and courage in every royal romper.
Join us for a class where fun takes on a whole new dimension! If you have a budding engineer or a little one who loves to build and tinker, this is the perfect adventure for them.
In our Construction Class, your child will unleash their creativity with construction-themed artwork and refine their building skills using Legos and various materials. Each week, they’ll explore a different kid-friendly tool, mastering the art of construction while constructing a variety of imaginative structures while learning how to read a building plan.
Join us for an hour of creative exploration and building excitement!
Got a little whirler or twirler at home? Looking for a creative outlet without the pressure of a professional studio?
Look no further than our Dance With Rompy class! Here, your child can explore the world of dance through ballet, contemporary, hip hop, and jazz—all in one fun-filled session! In ballet and contemporary, dancers will master stretches, warm-ups, floor routines, and elegant combinations to showcase their talents. Meanwhile, hip hop and jazz sessions break down the fundamentals of turns, jumps, pops, and locks, making complex moves accessible to your little one.
Join us for Dance With Rompy, a 60-minute dance extravaganza held in the Art Room!
Ahoy there! Prepare to set sail on a swashbuckling adventure with Romp n’ Roll’s Pirates class, perfect for your young matey!
Our little pirates will delight in tales of high-sea escapades, crafting Pirate treasures, and embarking on thrilling treasure hunts in the Gym. While honing fine motor skills through activities like crafting treasure maps, creativity reigns as your pint-sized pirate delves into their treasure chests.
Join us for a 60-minute journey in the Art Room, where for the last 15 minutes, your little buccaneer will board our pirate ship in the gym, exercising both body and mind. With “X” marking the spot, don’t miss out on booking a spot for your young landlubber in this exciting class!
Get ready for Science FUNdamentals at its finest!
In this engaging class, your child will dive into basic scientific concepts through hands-on experiments. From turning cream into ice cream to creating homemade fossils to bring dinosaurs back to life, the excitement never ends! Guided by the Scientific Method, your child will explore, hypothesize, experiment, and draw conclusions—answering that age-old question, “Why?”
So grab your lab coat and goggles, because it’s time to embark on a scientific adventure like never before!
Look! Up in the sky! It’s your child unleashing their inner superhero in our action-packed class!
From crafting capes to designing masks, each project hones fine and gross motor skills while sparking boundless creativity and imagination. Join us for our Superheroes Class, a 60-minute adventure beginning in the Art Room. And in the final 15 minutes, your little “superhero” will soar to new heights in the gym, exercising both body and mind. It’s a whirlwind of fun fit for any young hero!
Chef Rompy is a fun-filled, one-hour culinary adventure where little chefs mix, taste, and create while building confidence and creativity in the kitchen!
Each class features a Recipe of the Week, guiding children through hands-on cooking with age-appropriate tools and ingredients. Kids will explore textures, smells, and colors at our Ingredient Exploration Station, play a playful Taste Test Game to discover new flavors, and use their imaginations during Pretend Kitchen Play. Each week the class will color a take-home recipe sheet, reinforcing learning and giving families a keepsake to recreate the fun at home. The grand finale of the class is enjoying the recipe they made. This engaging class blends sensory play, pretend play, and early learning—Chef Rompy style!
Grown-up Optional.
Each class features a Recipe of the Week, guiding children through hands-on cooking with age-appropriate tools and ingredients. Kids will explore textures, smells, and colors at our Ingredient Exploration Station, play a playful Taste Test Game to discover new flavors, and use their imaginations during Pretend Kitchen Play. Each week the class will color a take-home recipe sheet, reinforcing learning and giving families a keepsake to recreate the fun at home. The grand finale of the class is enjoying the recipe they made. This engaging class blends sensory play, pretend play, and early learning—Chef Rompy style!
Calling all little chefs! If you’ve got a budding culinary master at home, look no further than Chef Rompy!
In this exciting class, your child embarks on a culinary journey to faraway lands, immersing themselves in culture, language, and most importantly, food! Each week, they’ll assist in crafting a recipe from a different country, blending a love for cooking with multicultural appreciation. Along the way, they’ll learn valuable skills like following instructions and even get to apply some math in a fun, interactive way! With each tasty treat they create, your child gets to indulge in a sample, and if you’re lucky, they might even bring some home! Join us for Chef Rompy, a 60-minute culinary adventure held in the Art Room.
Grown-up Optional.
