6 kid-friendly spots in Leonia
Leonia · Dance & Theater · Indoor
Ballet Soul Body is a ballet and Pilates studio in Leonia offering classes for children from pre-K through high school, plus adult Pilates and ballet. The studio emphasizes proper technique, alignment, and a nurturing environment where kids build creativity and life skills through dance.
Classes are offered pre-K through high school in separate age groups; check the schedule to find your child's level.
Leonia · Sports & Swim · Indoor & outdoor
Bergen Equestrian Center operates a 22-acre horse facility in Leonia with three outdoor and two indoor riding rings, offering group and individual riding lessons, children's camps, and equine-assisted therapy programs year-round.
The facility has heated indoor arenas and air-conditioned tack rooms, making it comfortable for year-round riding lessons.
Leonia · Sports & Swim · Indoor
DayHan Holistic Martial Arts in Leonia teaches taekwondo, hapkido, karate, and self-defense to kids and adults, emphasizing mental discipline and physical health alongside fighting skills. The school has operated for over 30 years and offers both regular classes and seasonal camps.
Trial classes are free; the school runs periodic bring-a-friend weeks where kids can try a class at no cost.
Leonia · Music · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
Larissa G Music in Leonia offers adaptive and traditional piano and voice lessons for children and adults, with specialized programming for students with special needs in a warm studio environment.
Free introductory lesson available; contact the studio to schedule.
Free · Leonia · Libraries
Leonia Public Library in Leonia serves all ages with a collection of physical books, digital resources, and community programs including summer reading, events for kids and teens, and monthly art exhibitions.
The library loans educational kits, board games, LEGO sets, and Snap Circuits electronics through its Library of Things shelf on the main level.
Leonia · Sports & Swim · Indoor · Hosts birthdays
U.S. Gymnastics Development Center in Leonia offers recreational gymnastics, tumbling, and ninja classes for ages 1 and up, plus competitive team options; the facility recently relocated to a new air-conditioned space with state-of-the-art equipment.
Trial classes are available for new students; contact the office to schedule one.