Groove & Grow – Baby Carrier Parent & Bub Dance Class | Albert Park, Melbourne

5 Week Term | Starting Wednesday 12th November | 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Bring your bub, wear your carrier, and dance your way into joy, connection, community! and the best vibes! ✨
The Groove & Grow Baby Carrier Dance Class is designed especially for parents and caregivers with babies aged 7 months to 2 years who want to move their bodies, bond with their little one, connect with other local parents in a fun and supportive environment, and create some good brain chemistry!

Why Choose Groove & Grow?

👶 Bond with Baby – Movement, rhythm, and closeness enhance connection and calm for your little one.
💃 Gentle Parent Fitness – Safe, low-impact cardio to build strength, flexibility, and stamina.
🧠 Boost Mental Health – Reduce stress, release endorphins, and feel energised mid-week.
🤝 Parent Community – Meet other local mums, dads, and caregivers, share the journey, and create friendships.
🎶 Music You’ll Love – Dance to uplifting tunes that make both you and your bub want to groove.

Class Experience

Each Baby Carrier Parent & Bubs class in Albert Park is designed to be uplifting, supportive, and accessible:

✨ Warm Up: Gentle stretches and mobility to prepare your body.
✨ Dance Session: Easy, repetitive choreography designed for baby-wearing parents (no dance experience needed).
✨ Bonding Time: Music, rhythm, and movement to calm and connect with your little one.
✨ Cool Down & Reset: Stretches and mindful breathing, leaving you refreshed and re-centred.

Safety & What to Bring

✔️ Baby Carrier: Please bring your own secure, ergonomic baby carrier suitable for movement (front carriers recommended; wraps/slings only if bub is well supported).
✔️ Baby Safety: Babies must face inwards and be supported at all times. Movement is gentle and low-impact to keep bub safe.
✔️ Parent Safety: Move at your own pace, take breaks whenever needed, and always listen to your body.
✔️ Other Essentials: Comfortable shoes, water bottle, and a positive vibe.

If you are unsure about the suitability of your carrier, please check with your healthcare provider or carrier brand guidelines before class.

Class Details

📍 Location: Albert Park Lake – 34 Lakeside Drive, Melbourne
🗓 When: Wednesdays, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
📅 Term Dates: 12th November – 10th December (5 weeks)
👶 Age: Babies aged 7 months – 2 years (must be in a carrier suitable for movement)
🌱 Level: No dance experience required | All fitness levels welcome

Booking Options

🎟 Full 5-Week Term – Secure your spot for all sessions and enjoy consistency for you and your baby.

Fine Print: Classes are non-refundable and non-transferable. By attending, you acknowledge dance is a safe but physical activity and accept responsibility for your own participation. Please ensure your baby carrier is safe, secure, and appropriate for physical movement. Photos/videos may be taken for promotional use (please let us know if you prefer not to be included).

This is not a fitness class — it's grooving, bonding, and growing with your baby in this uplifting dance class at Albert Park Lake.

Frequently Asked Questions – Groove & Grow Baby Carrier Parent & Bubs

1. What age can my baby be to join the class?
This class is designed for babies 7 months to 2 years, as long as they fit safely in a secure baby carrier suitable for movement.

2. Do I need a special baby carrier?
Yes — please bring your own ergonomic baby carrier designed for movement. Front carriers are recommended for best support. Wraps/slings can be used only if your baby is well supported and carrier guidelines allow for active movement.

3. What if my baby cries or needs a break?
That’s totally normal! This class is baby-friendly and flexible. You can step aside to settle, feed, or cuddle your little one at any time.

4. Do I need dance experience?
Not at all. Classes are beginner-friendly and designed for all fitness levels. The focus is on movement, joy, and connection, not perfect dance technique.

5. Is this class safe after giving birth?
Yes — as long as you have clearance from your healthcare provider. Movements are gentle, low-impact, and you’re encouraged to listen to your body.

6. What should I bring to class?

• A secure, supportive baby carrier suitable for movement

• Comfortable shoes

• A water bottle

• A positive vibe!

7. Where are the classes held?
At Albert Park Lake, 34 Lakeside Drive, Melbourne.

8. Can dads or caregivers join too?
Absolutely! This class is open to all parents and caregivers who want to bond with their bub through movement.