45
Minute Classes
Structured, age-appropriate classes for babies and parents.
BabyStrong at KidStrong Merrick
Helping babies start strong.
BabyStrong is a science-based development program that lays the early foundation for strong, confident, and high-character kids.
Early development
Big growth starts small.
BabyStrong helps babies build the movement, confidence, and early social foundations they need for what comes next.
9
Core Blocks
Each class follows eight developmental blocks that change weekly.
4
Pillars
Movement, balance, sensory exploration, and social confidence.
What is BabyStrong?
A stronger start for your baby.
BabyStrong supports rapid early development through coach-led, parent-supported activities built around physical, cognitive, sensory, and social milestones.
Whole Child Development
Classes are designed to support rapid whole-child growth across physical, cognitive, sensory, and early social skills.
45 Min. Age-Appropriate Classes
Membership includes one structured, age-appropriate 45-minute class per week.
Highly-Trained Coaches
Certified coaches guide you and your baby through a tailored developmental curriculum.
Built By Experts
Classes are designed by child development experts to maximize growth potential during your baby’s critical development window.
KidStrong Merrick
Schedule
This week
Parents stay on the floor with babies during BabyStrong classes.
Science-based programming
Giving babies a strong foundation.
Each BabyStrong class lasts 45 minutes and consists of 9 core blocks. Programming changes every week and is based on widely recognized developmental milestones.
✓Parent-guided, coach-led class flow.
✓Movement, sensory, and social skill development.
✓Skills parents can practice at home.
Programming Pillars
Built for how babies grow.
Physical Movement & Strength
Building gross motor skills and muscle development.
- Prone Position Work
- Uphill & Downhill Crawling
- Climbing & Pulling to Stand
- Weighted Pushing Activities
Balance & Spatial Awareness
Developing body control and coordination.
- Supported Standing Balance
- Rolling & Body Rotation
- Safe Swinging
- Seated Balance Work
Sensory Exploration
Refining fine motor skills and sensory processing.
- Exploring Different Textures
- Hand-to-Hand Object Transfer
- Picking Up Small Objects
- Multi-Texture Play
Social & Emotional Confidence
Fostering independence and social development.
- Parent-Guided Play
- Peer Observation & Interaction
- Independent Play & Exploration
- Early Communication Skills
Class flow
45-minute class overview
Each BabyStrong class follows a consistent structure that helps babies explore safely while building confidence, strength, and early learning skills.
45 min
Warm Up
We prepare babies’ bodies for movement while developing body awareness.
Music Time
Music and rhythm encourage movement and support early cognitive development.
Social Time
Parents and babies practice guided group interaction and social engagement.
Parent Skill
Parents receive hands-on coaching in developmental movements they can practice at home.
Super Station
Babies tackle a challenging, supervised activity designed to build confidence and neural connections.
Skill Builder
Parents guide dynamic movement to develop spatial awareness and vestibular stimulation.
Mighty Mover
Two-station segment where coaches give hands-on guidance as kids build core gross motor skills.
Independent Play
Babies explore alongside peers, fostering separation readiness and social awareness.
Game Time
We end with interactive games that strengthen neural pathways and create joyful moments.
Explore & Play
The Explore & Play area is a soft, safe floor space designed especially for babies and young children to move, crawl, and discover their environment.
This area encourages little ones to explore freely through movement, sensory experiences, and simple play while developing balance, coordination, and confidence.
Why our members love us
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BARBARA J.
"I take the little boy I babysit here. He loves it. Coach Dave and Coach Joseph are amazing!!!! They have such patience with the little ones. Very fun and engaging."
June 15, 2026
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KRISTINE L.
"My son had an amazing first experience at KidStrong. The staff and coaches were so kind and enthusiastic. The facility was clean and organized. The kids had a blast! Saw a comment on here about the facility being a dump and it’s 100% untrue. It was extremely clean and organized in every way possible."
May 31, 2026
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KA
"Honestly the minute you walk into the building everyone is so welcoming and genuinely happy to see us. The coaches that usually teach Liam’s classes greet him by his name and make him feel so special there. The classes are great, Liam before wouldn’t like to order his food at restaurants but after a couple of classes th..."
May 18, 2026
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MICHAEL D.
"My son has been going to KidStrong Merrick for about 5 months now and it’s one of his favorite activities. The coaches are great and they work with him every step of the way. I highly recommend it."
May 11, 2026
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MELISSA B.
"Everyone who works there has been wonderful and we’ve seen such great improvements in our son, not just physically but also in his confidence!"
May 5, 2026
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ALEXIS K.
"I was very happy with our experience here. It’s an amazing concept for children and excellent for their developmental skills. My son absolutely loved it. We also felt like we knew the staff forever on our first time meeting them. Everyone was very professional, and it was a great experience."
May 2, 2026
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MARIA P.
"My daughter has selective mutism which is an anxiety disorder since she started KidStrong with Coach Joseph her anxiety disorder has improved. I am happy that the coach has shown compassion and empathy to my child, she feels connected with him, and loves winning awards. I can’t wait for her to be able to show off her voice soon."
April 24, 2026
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JENNIFER L.
"Beautiful facility. Coaches are welcoming and made the class fun. Love the combination of physical and emotional development. My daughter has asked to go back everyday…and she is 2!"
March 16, 2026
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RACHEL T.
"I have both of my sons enrolled (2 & 8), and they both get so much from the classes. My 8 year old reports "it's very fun and the instructors are nice", and I wholeheartedly agree. The instructors are so engaging and encouraging, and make fitness and social emotional learning fun. We all use the affirmations (I am strong, I..."
March 8, 2026
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BRETT L.
"Great place for kids to get their energy out while learning teamwork and everyday skills. All of the coaches make our kids want to come back from more every week!"
March 4, 2026
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J M.
"My daughter loves the Kidstrong classes. She is becoming more confident and has so much fun. She looks forward to the weekly class! Would highly recommend!"
March 4, 2026
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HENRY G.
"Kidstrong Merrick is a fun, challenging and educational experience for my 5 year old. Coaches are motivated and make sure every child participates. My son gives it 5 stars."
March 4, 2026
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DIANE G.
"My two year old granddaughter is extremely shy and after just a few months of going to KidStrong in Merrick I can see she has more confidence in a group setting. She looks forward to going to KidStrong each week! Her coaches are great!"
March 4, 2026
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KRISTEN E.
"This place is great! My son used to do ninja at a gymnastics center and that got boring and repetitive for him. When this opened we were so excited to try it. My son absolutely loves it. He is 6 and every time he finishes a class, he tells me he wished he had Kidstrong every day. The place is clean, and the coaches are real..."
March 3, 2026
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GINA M.
"I appreciate the character and confidence building that is integrated into the physical workout. The staff have a good attitude with the kids and it is very clean."
March 2, 2026
Questions Parents Ask
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about BabyStrong at Merrick
What is BabyStrong?
BabyStrong is a parent-and-child class for babies from crawling through early walking. The class focuses on motor development, sensory exploration, early social skills, and parent-supported milestones.
How long is each BabyStrong class?
Each BabyStrong class is 45 minutes and includes 9 core blocks. Programming changes every week and is based on widely recognized developmental milestones.
Do parents participate?
Yes. Parents stay on the floor with their baby and are guided by KidStrong coaches through movements, activities, and developmental skills they can also practice at home.
What skills does BabyStrong help develop?
BabyStrong supports physical movement and strength, balance and spatial awareness, sensory exploration, and early social and emotional confidence.
Is BabyStrong only for babies who are not walking yet?
BabyStrong is designed for crawlers through early walkers. If your kid is already walking confidently, KidStrong classes may be the better next step.
How do I get more information?
Tap Get Info or call KidStrong Merrick at +1 516-447-2680 and the local center can help you find the right next step.
Still have questions?
Give us a call at +1 516-447-2680