Gymbaroo

Places like Gymbaroo bang on a lot about structured play and its importance, they give the impression that if you don’t do their programs your child will forever be doomed. Play is important, unstructured play is the most important type.
However, if you need to get out of the house and your little one has excess energy to burn. Gymbaroo classes are not going to do too much harm to them.
The problem with these classes are they are a big gamble. How you and your little enjoys them depends on:
1. The teacher: they are not all made equal. You need someone fun and patient with the kids. But also that can be firm with the parents. See point 2.
2. The other parents: Some parents will ignore their own kid (or worse kids) whilst they destroy the fun or hurt other kids. They may not care, think it is cute, or worse be on their phone. Don’t be one of these parents. See point 3.
3. Your kid’s mood: Everyone has bad moods. But if your kid didn’t have their normal pre class nap or are getting over a cold. this can make the session hell for you and possibly others. See the above points.
The Karrinyup classes I have been to have all had pretty good teachers, but they need to learn to tell parents to pull their head in when necessary. I also think for what they are they could be cheaper.