Visit our Shop
Enquire Now

Walkers (10 – 18 months)

Focus: Equipment

Where they are:
Just like that your little one is walking! They might not be steady, but they’ve taken their first few steps! Now more than ever is the time to build those muscles, strengthen those legs, and let those little ones take off!
What to expect in class:
We’ll explore new physical challenges every week through teacher-led activities, with a focus on different ways to use each piece of our equipment. Crawl through tunnels, explore different textures, slide down slides (or climb up slides!), toddle over bridges, or take a ride in a swing!! We’ll also practise social skills and memory building through sing-alongs and group-play.
other Play & Learn classes:
Babies
Crawlers
Runners
Explorers
Explorers Plus
Explorers Advanced
Family Play
Find your nearest centre
boy walking

Benefits:

Physical: Challenging walkers to explore physical movements like climbing, crawling, and balancing supports healthy muscle and bone development.

Cognitive: Repetition, songs, and interacting with their familiar adult supports language development, vocabulary, and memory.

Social: Our classroom environment supports little ones with building confidence and feeling more comfortable in unknown places.

Adults: Get quality time with your little one and give them the space they need to practise their new-found skills!

Frequently Asked Questions - Walkers

What age are Gymboree Play & Music Walkers classes for?

Gymboree Play & Music Walkers classes are designed for children who are confidently walking independently, typically around 10 to 18 months. These classes support growing mobility, coordination, confidence, and curiosity through active, play-based learning.

What happens in a Gymboree Play & Music Walkers class?

Walkers classes include climbing, balancing, movement games, music, and imaginative play. Children explore age-appropriate equipment and activities that encourage walking, running, problem-solving, and social interaction in a safe, structured environment.

How do Walkers classes support toddler development?

Gymboree Play & Music Walkers classes support gross motor skills, balance, coordination, confidence, and early social skills. Through guided play, toddlers practise movement, build independence, develop listening skills, and explore creativity while learning alongside other children.

Are Gymboree Play & Music Walkers classes suitable for early walkers?

Yes. Walkers classes are ideal for early walkers who are steady on their feet. Activities are flexible and designed to meet each child at their own pace, helping early walkers gain confidence and strength while encouraging safe exploration.

How are Walkers classes different from Crawlers classes?

Walkers classes focus on independent movement, balance, and imaginative play, while Crawlers classes focus on crawling and early mobility. Walkers sessions introduce more complex physical challenges, group activities, and early social interaction to match toddlers’ growing independence.

Do parents stay with their child during Walkers classes?

Yes, parents or carers stay with their child throughout the class. Teachers guide adults on how to encourage movement, independence, and confidence while supporting toddlers through play and shared activities.

What skills do children develop in Walkers classes?

Children develop balance, coordination, strength, confidence, listening skills, and social awareness. Walkers classes also encourage creativity, problem-solving, and early communication through music, movement, and structured play.

What if my child is walking but still a bit unsteady?

That’s completely normal. Gymboree Play & Music Walkers classes are inclusive and adaptable, allowing children to participate at their own pace. Teachers offer guidance and activities that support balance and confidence without pressure or comparison.

What should my child wear to a Walkers class?

Children should wear comfortable clothes that allow free movement, such as leggings, soft trousers, or joggers. Children should have bare feet so they can move safely on padded equipment. Adults should wear socks.

Where can I find Gymboree Play & Music Walkers classes near me?

Gymboree Play & Music Walkers classes are available at locations across the UK. You can find your nearest Gymboree Play & Music centre here: https://gymbo.co.uk/locations/

My 5 month old loves her Gymboree classes! It’s a fantastic way to keep them entertained, get out of the house and meet other lovely mums. Each lesson is so wonderfully put together. Elanoor is obsessed with Karen and is mesmerised by her beautiful singing voice.

3 days ago

Karen is very kind and helpful. My daughter loved going to Gymboree.

3 days ago

My son absolutely loves the sessions, they are really well planned and really relaxed and inclusive.

3 days ago

Friendly and helpful people working there. Clean and well taken care of. The open gym for a 3.5 year old is a good option. The art sessions although engaging for the price of £40 it feels like something that can be done also at home. Maybe small projects at process art, might be more appropriate to the price.

4 days ago

We love gymboree and my grandchildren love it and have really come on and learned how to interact with other children. The staff are really lovely and friendly and so are the people who go

4 days ago

We moved to London and signed up our daughter (11 months at the time) for Gymboree classes. We religiously attended classes for over a year and couldn't be happier. She went from crawling to running around and jumping with Gymbo. She loves Gymbo and her Gymboree family and it's bittersweet to say goodbye as she is moving on to nursery and other activities. Thank you so much to Pav and each and every Gymboree teacher.

3 weeks ago

My son joined gymboree since he was around 6 months old. He's 2 now, and he still enjoys the session very much. The session also helped him first to crawl, then walk; now he's running around and climbing everywhere. The host really helped with his development, and he is especially very comfortable with Amber.

4 weeks ago

Staff are very friendly and patient.

1 month ago

Enjoyable family classes, reassuringly clean equipment and lots of fun for our 19 month old.

1 month ago

We’ve had a really lovely experience with Gymboree Play & Music UK. My baby has been attending since 6 months old and is now nearly 15 months, and we’ve enjoyed it throughout. The staff are always friendly, caring, and helpful, and I really appreciate that they always do their best to accommodate requests.

The classes are fun, educational, and great for my baby’s development and confidence. It’s also been wonderful for the social side of development and for making friends with other babies and parents. I also really appreciate the open gym option, as it gives us the flexibility to come often and enjoy the space outside of classes too.

It’s such a welcoming environment for both babies and parents, and I would definitely recommend it to other families.

1 month ago

Latest Gymboree Play & Music News

Child Safety Week

Child Safety Week

It’s Child Safety Week: an annual campaign run by the brilliant Child Accident Prevention Trust, the only UK charity dedicated…

Gymbo’s Birthday Parties

Gymbo’s Birthday Parties

Celebrate one of the most exciting children’s events of the year at one of Gymbo’s Birthday Parties at Gymboree Play…

More News
Our Stories Banner

Reviews

Both of my children (3.5 years and 11 months) go to Gymboree Play & Music and love it. My toddler goes to their drop-off Lego class which she raves about. It's very creative, working not only on Lego skills but also painting, drawing etc. My infant son loves his Gymboree Play & Music Crawlers class - particularly loves crawling all over their props, through the tunnels, etc. Great way to get the infant crawling over obstacles! Gymboree Play & Music is part of our weekly schedule for both kids and we look forward to participating every week. Invaluable!

Natalia

Cannot recommend Gymboree Play & Music Watford enough--truly THE BEST! ❤️🙌 What makes it so special are the amazing teachers/staff, especially Amber, Jack, Philippa, and Hannah! They’re not only incredibly talented in music and arts, but they’re also absolutely fantastic with kids of all ages.

My little girl was only 18 months old when we first discovered this wonderful place and started attending sessions. She’s now 5 years old, and we’re still here! That says it all 🥰

Rose

I genuinely believe that so many of my daughter’s milestones have been reached early because of the time she spends here. She was talking, walking, climbing, and exploring ahead of her peers, and I credit so much of that to the incredible environment and activities here. The space itself is wonderful — safe, clean, and full of opportunities for little ones to run, jump, climb, and burn off energy without any worries. But for me, Gymboree has been just as important as it has been for my daughter, especially as a mum without a village. ...What I didn’t realise was how much I would gain. I’ve made lifelong friendships and found a support network of the most incredible people.

Jennifer
Read more of our 1477 reviews
4.8 / 5