We have attended Sams classes for a couple of years now, and my daughter has enjoyed every minute and looks forward to seeing her every week. Sam has always been so welcoming to us both and made us feel extremely comfortable from the first time we walked into her class (especially for me as I’m a first time mum and has gave me some amazing advice along the way)! Every single class we’ve been to has been full of fun, smiles and laughter – aswell as very educational and stimulating for the little ones. My daughter has loved the different themes every week with all the different songs and we have grown to have an an amazing bond with Sam that we will treasure always.

Sams fun energy, love for each child and gorgeous personality shines through in each class and has brought us so many memories that we will keep with us for life! I highly recommend Sams hartbeeps classes, for a magical experience for your little ones and a safe place for you as parents. Loosing Sam to Dubai feels like loosing a family member, they are going to be lucky to have her  Jasmine and Elodie 

Jenny and Poppy aged 18 months said:

I took part in Sam’s Hartbeeps classes with my first daughter for a year and I honestly can’t recommend her enough!  From the very first week, Sam was so friendly and welcoming, creating such a lovely, inclusive space for both babies and parents. My daughter is naturally quite shy, but Sam always found a gentle, thoughtful way to involve her – never pushy, just perfectly tuned in to what she needed to feel at ease. Each of Sam’s classes are delivered with incredible energy, passion, and care, and it’s clear that Sam puts her heart into every session. Her enthusiasm and warmth not only made every week something to look forward to, but also made me feel genuinely supported as a new mum. The sessions quickly became a highlight of our week and one of my favourite memories of my maternity – I think I got just as much out of the classes as my daughter did! What makes Sam truly stand out is how personal and caring she is – she always felt like a friend I could reach out to for advice and support, not just a class leader. That genuine warmth made such a difference to our experience, and we’ll always be so grateful for it. Thank you so much Sam and we will miss you  Jenny and Poppy 

Amy and Finley aged 4 months said:

Meeting Sam in COVID times as a first time mum walking in with a 4 month old, a friendly face looked back and said welcome find yourself a spot. Nerves running and thoughts of what if he cries and disrupts the class, what if he sleeps all the way through … but none of the mattered. Sam smiled, she laughed, she danced and she waved at all these babies watching by her in awe. Time flew by and it turned into a safe space and this was the first session! Week on week, she continued to teach us songs which become everyday songs in car journeys. Hand actions to dance around the house. Encouraging parents to join in too. I can still sing some of the songs now 4 years on. More terms and classes we attended and we got to meet some amazing characters such as Numas and Dexter cat. Learnt more songs and dance moves, popping the bubbles too. Not only was Sam a Harbeeps Imaginator, she was compassionate, empowering and your biggest supporter. I miss my Hartbeeps days and the joy it brought my son. Thankyou for my memories and although it’s not ever goodbye… it’s see you later alligator, in a while crocodile, bye bye butterfly, see you soon…  Amy and Finley

Are you ready to join us for some magical adventures but not sure where to start? Then read on!

Welcome to the World Baby
Suitable from birth to 12 weeks

Especially designed for the littlest of our Hartbeepers, this class is a beautiful introduction to baby classes for you and your new arrival. You’ll relax and connect with your baby through the ancient art of baby massage and discover what your baby is telling you through reading and observing your baby’s cues, cries, reflexes and behavioural states. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to meet other new parents in your local area.

Baby Bells
Suitable from approx. 8 weeks (younger babies welcome) to sitting babies

A gentle magical musical class to delight babies senses. In the world of ‘busy’, join us in the sunshine garden in Baby Land to enjoy time to just ‘be’ with your baby, taking tranquil sound journeys and connecting with your baby through baby massage, baby yoga and sensory play. We explore beautiful and original treasures selected to not over-stimulate our young Hartbeepers, but offer a tiny taster to nourish baby’s exquisitely developing senses. All this while working to support the key areas of their development through tummy time, tracking, reaching and many more!

Baby Beeps
Suitable for babies from approx. 7 months to confidently walking.

A BIG fun, super bouncy and highly interactive sensory class for sitting babies. All classes feature our own original remixed nursery rhymes, tunes and rhythm rhymes, supporting babies blossoming speech and language development. Plus larger than life puppet friends, baby signing, hundreds of sensory props, dress up fun, and a beautiful quiet time lightshow. Approved by babies and loved by grown-ups!

Happy House
Suitable for toddlers (younger siblings are very welcome)

Join Dexter Cat and Adrian Mouse in the Hartbeeps Happy House, a fun-filled, highly interactive, musical sensory class for our toddling Hartbeepers. Beautiful, funky, fabulous and totally original sound tracks help transport participants into a world of awe and wonder, a perfect platform for our puppet friends, dress up fun, sensory props and beautiful quiet time light show. It’s fun, fun, fun all the way as each week we offer a different imaginative, interactive, and immersive, sensory learning experience.

With a different theme every week, our classes are the perfect chance to step away from the busy world, and spend some special bonding time with your baby, making magical memories together!

Still not sure which class is right for you and your little one? Get in touch and we’ll be happy to help!

Everyday Examples of Sensory Play

You might already be incorporating sensory play into your baby’s day without knowing it. Common activities include:

Splashing in the Bath: The feel of water and the sound it makes are both sensory experiences.
Playing with Raw Materials: Sticks, leaves, sand, and mud provide rich textures and sights.
Tasting New Foods: Exploring different flavours and textures helps develop a child’s palate and understanding of the world.
Finger Painting: A classic activity that engages touch and sight through the feel of paint and the creation of colourful patterns.
These simple activities not only entertain but also help children explore their environment, develop fine and gross motor skills, and enhance cognitive growth.

Creative Ideas for Sensory Play

If you’re looking to expand your child’s sensory experiences, here are some fun and easy ideas:

Playdough: This versatile material can be moulded, squished, and shaped, providing endless tactile exploration.
DIY Sensory Box: Create a sensory box using household items like pasta, rice, sponges, and brushes. This can help children explore different textures and sounds.
Exploring Temperatures: Safely explore the concepts of hot and cold by allowing children to feel ice and warm water. This can be done with supervision to ensure safety.
Food Texture Exploration: Encourage children to touch, smell, and even taste different types of food, such as smooth yogurt, crunchy crackers, or squishy fruit.
Always supervise all these activities to ensure safety.

The Benefits of Sensory Play

As well as being lots of fun, engaging in sensory play has numerous benefits for children, including:

Cognitive Development: It helps build nerve connections in the brain, aiding in complex learning tasks.
Motor Skills Development: Manipulating objects enhances fine and gross motor skills.
Language Development: As children describe what they are experiencing, they develop language and communication skills.
Social Interaction: Group sensory play encourages sharing, cooperation, and social interactions.
Sensory play is a simple yet powerful way to support your baby’s development. By incorporating everyday activities and creative ideas, you can help your little one explore the world around them while fostering essential skills. Remember, the most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the journey of discovery together!

Find out more about Hartbeeps musical sensory classes for babies.