Kids activities in Ardmore, PA
A lively town center on the R5 line with a strong mix of after-school programs, youth sports leagues, and arts classes for kids of all ages.
Ardmore is Lower Merion Township's main commercial corridor, near the train station. Along Lancaster Avenue, dance studios, karate schools, arts classes, and music lessons are within a few blocks of each other.
Lower Merion Township Recreation uses Ardmore as a hub for many of its enrichment programs, partnering with organizations like Abrakadoodle, Play-Well STEM, and Soccer Shots to deliver classes at township facilities. Families in Ardmore are also near the Main Line Art Center in neighboring Haverford and the story time programs at the Ardmore branch of the Lower Merion Library System.
Youth sports in Ardmore are organized mainly through Lower Merion Township's athletic leagues. The Main Line School of Music and Dance teaches ballet, jazz, tap, and hip-hop, and the Ardmore Avenue Community Center serves as a neighborhood hub for families.
22 listings in Ardmore
Filter by age or dayKids Gymnastics & Movement Classes
The Little Gym of Ardmore
- Sports
- Ages 0–12
- Multiple days, 08:15 AM
Gymnastics and movement classes for babies through grade school at The Little Gym of Ardmore. Parent-child classes start at 10 months; pre-K gymnastics for ages 3-5; and grade-school levels. Also offers birthday parties and seasonal camps.
Philadelphia Dance Academy: Early Childhood Dance
The Philadelphia Dance Academy
- Dance
- Ages 2–6
- Monthly tuition; contact studio at (215)…
- Tue, Thu, Sat, 9:30 AM…
Creative movement and pre-ballet classes for young children at the Philadelphia Dance Academy's Ardmore location. Classes use music, props, and imagination. Programs include Dance Together, Creative Movement, and Pre-Ballet for ages 2–6.
Philadelphia Dance Academy: Ballet & Jazz Classes
The Philadelphia Dance Academy
- Dance
- Ages 6–18
- Monthly tuition; contact studio at (215)…
- Multiple days, Afternoon and…
Ballet, jazz, and tap dance classes for school-age children and teens at the Philadelphia Dance Academy Ardmore location. Primary program begins with Ballet 1 for ages 6–9. Fall and spring tap sessions also offered.
Dance Classes: Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop
Main Line School of Music and Dance
- Dance
- Ages 3–17
- Ongoing program
Ballet, jazz, tap, and hip-hop dance classes for children ages 3 through adult at Main Line School of Music and Dance in Ardmore. Creative movement classes for ages 3-5; full dance program for ages 6+. Small class sizes (max 10 for preschool, 12 for older groups). Serving Bryn Mawr, Havertown, and Main Line families since 1988.
Kids Music Lessons: Guitar, Piano, Drums & More
Main Line School of Music and Dance
- Music
- Ages 5–18
- Ongoing program
Private music lessons in piano, guitar, drums, voice, keyboard, bass, brass, woodwind, and strings at Main Line School of Music and Dance. Serving students of all ages since 1988 with in-person lessons at Ardmore location or in-home instruction. Over 4,000 students taught.
Paint Your Own Pottery & Kids Camps
MudRoom Studio Ardmore
- Arts
- Ages 4–14
- Drop-in classes available
Drop-in paint-your-own pottery studio plus seasonal kids camps in Ardmore. Children create pottery, mosaics, and mixed media art. School-break and summer day camps available, capped at 16 campers for personalized attention.
Youth Ballet, Jazz, Tap & Hip-Hop Classes
Main Line School of Music & Dance
- Dance
- Ages 6–18
- Contact for tuition
One-hour dance classes in ballet, jazz, tap, and hip-hop for ages 6 through adult, limited to 12 students per class. Serving the Main Line since 1988, with no student fees, no required fundraising, and free costume alterations for annual recitals.
Preschool Dance & Ballet Classes
Main Line School of Music & Dance
- Dance
- Ages 3–6
- Contact for tuition
Half-hour creative movement and preschool dance classes for ages 3–5, limited to 10 students per class for personalized attention. Conveniently located for families from Bala Cynwyd, Ardmore, and the surrounding Main Line. No required fundraising; affordable costumes for recitals.
AACC Summer Youth Camp
Ardmore Avenue Community Center
- Ages 6–12
- Contact AACC at (610) 896-7256 for…
- Multiple days, 9:00 AM…
Annual summer day camp at the Ardmore Avenue Community Center. Children ages 6–12 participate in arts and crafts, games, group activities, and special events. One of the area's longest-running community programs.
Main Line Karate: Little Dragons Program
Main Line School of Music and Dance
- Sports
- Ages 3–6
- Monthly tuition; contact at 610-658-5284
- Varies, Varies
Introductory Tang Soo Do karate for young children ages 3–6 at Main Line Karate in Ardmore. Develops coordination, balance, speed, physical fitness, and confidence through age-appropriate martial arts in small classes.
Abrakadoodle Youth Art Classes
Lower Merion Township Recreation
- Arts
- Ages 3–12
- Contact for pricing; non-resident fees…
Abrakadoodle Kids on Canvas art program offered through Lower Merion Township Recreation. Children explore painting with acrylics and other media in an encouraging, creative environment. Part of Lower Merion's seasonal recreation programming for youth.
Play-Well LEGO STEM Classes
Lower Merion Township Recreation
- Academic
- Ages 5–12
- Contact for pricing
Play-Well TEKnologies LEGO building and engineering program offered through Lower Merion Township Recreation. Children explore physics, engineering, and creative problem-solving through hands-on LEGO projects. Available in seasonal sessions.
HappyFeet & Soccer Shots Youth Soccer
Lower Merion Township Recreation
- Sports
- Ages 2–8
- Contact for pricing
HappyFeet and Soccer Shots youth soccer programs offered through Lower Merion Township Recreation. Age-appropriate soccer instruction for toddlers through early elementary age kids emphasizing fun, movement, and foundational soccer skills.
Shining Knights Chess Club
Lower Merion Township Recreation
- Academic
- Ages 5–14
- Contact for pricing
Shining Knights Chess Club for kids offered through Lower Merion Township Recreation. Children learn chess strategy, critical thinking, and sportsmanship in a fun, welcoming environment. Available to beginners and experienced players alike.
First Notes Baby & Toddler Music Classes
First Notes Music
- Music
- Ages 0–5
- Varies by session; trial classes…
- Ongoing program
Live music classes for babies, toddlers, and pre-K children at the Music Training Center in Ardmore. Led by talented musician-educators, classes combine singing, instrument exploration, movement, and age-appropriate musical activities. Trial classes available. Spring 2026 registration now open.
Makin' Music: Toddler & Preschool Music Classes
Main Line School of Music and Dance
- Ages 1–5
- Varies; contact studio at 610-658-5284
- Ongoing program
Mommy-and-Me music enrichment program for toddlers and preschoolers at the Main Line School in Ardmore. Classes feature action songs, lullabies, seasonal chants, percussion instruments, and movement activities. A joyful, interactive introduction to music for young children and their caregivers.
- Ages 2–14
- Varies by program
- Programs run each season…
Year-round youth programs including Soccer Shots, HappyFeet Soccer, Shining Knights Chess Club, Abrakadoodle Art Classes, Bricks 4 Kidz, Play-Well STEM, and Mad Science Workshops for children of all ages.
- Dance
- Ages 2–18
- Varies by class
- Multiple days, 4:15 PM–8:30…
Dance classes for toddlers through teens including Creative Movement (ages 2.5–4), Dance Together caregiver class (ages 2–4), Primary and Pre-Professional Ballet, Theater Dance, and Contemporary Dance.
- Ages 5–17
- Varies by program
- Contact for current…
Educational, social, cultural and recreational programs for youth in Ardmore and surrounding Lower Merion communities, including arts and crafts, games, group activities, special events, and weekly day trips.
- Sports
- From age 0
The Little Gym of Ardmore offers parent-child classes for babies and toddlers, gymnastics programs, and summer camps. A beloved movement-based program for kids of all ages.
Crusader's Music Camp at Nevil Memorial Church of St. George
Nevil Memorial Church of St. George
- Music
A music camp featuring colleagues from top East Coast music schools where children learn the liturgy and music of the Holy Eucharist with gifted artists and teachers. Limited to 25 student campers.
The Little Gym of Ardmore Summer Camp
The Little Gym of Ardmore
- Ages 3–8
Weekly themed summer camps for children ages 3-8 featuring gym games, craft time, and an afternoon snack in a safe, instructor-led environment. Each week brings an exciting new theme to keep kids active and engaged.