45
Minute Classes
Structured, age-appropriate classes for babies and parents.
BabyStrong at KidStrong North Hills
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 North Hills
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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MAYA G.
"The class offers a variety of activities each week including gymnastics, building confidence, public speaking and much more. Coaches are very knowledgeable and understanding . Coach ( Sergio) is one of the best and energetic that I would highly recommend."
August 13, 2026
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AUTUMN G.
"The staff really cares! They care about connecting with the kids and they care about keeping a tightly-run ship that makes every class smooth."
August 12, 2026
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OWEN S.
"KidStrong has been absolutely amazing, and I would highly recommend it to any parent with children! The coaches, Jasey and Vonda, have been incredible with my sister. They constantly encourage her to step outside of her comfort zone, try new things, and build her confidence. You can truly see how much she enjoys going and h..."
August 11, 2026
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GENE S.
"Our daughter loves these classes. One of the best investments we have made for her. The classes are well balanced and keeps her moving and thinking. Vonda is a great coach and is always positive and energetic. ☺️"
August 11, 2026
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LOIS T.
"My kids had a such a great time at the free trial. The start answered all my questions and they were really good with my kids. I ended up signing my kids up immediately."
August 4, 2026
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AMANDA W.
"My daughter enjoys it so much and made a best friend. KidStrong is friendly all around staff and parents."
July 29, 2026
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EC
"Absolutely check it out. The coaches are so friendly and knowledgeable! My kid loves it and is learning incredible skills like teamwork, good sportsmanship and confidence! 10/10 would recommend!"
July 23, 2026
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KAYLA Y.
"They were AMAZING to my daughter who has disabilities. She LOVED it and had so much fun. Thank you SO MUCH to the staff for their professionalism and amazing work"
July 3, 2026
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KIMBERLY R.
"The coaches were engaged and outgoing, staying positive and upbeat throughout class; I can tell they are building genuine rapport with their students. Coach Jasey was extremely knowledgeable and informative, and Coach Anthony and Coach Zay made our family feel so welcome during our trial sessions. My kids had huge smiles on..."
July 3, 2026
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POORNI K.
"Wonderful! My kid loves it. I like the team activities where little kids work together to achieve a common goal."
June 12, 2026
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MIGUEL D.
"Coaches show they care. By what I observe the kids have a positive experience everytime they leave a program. Kidstrong has always made my son feel welcome."
May 22, 2026
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DEBBIE C.
"I like how the coaches helps my child when she needs it and love how my child always wants to go back and can't wait for her next class!!"
April 16, 2026
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KIM J.
"I gave it a high rating because of the clean, modern facilities, the excellent program, and the fantastic coaches."
April 8, 2026
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HILARY T.
"This program is so fun! The kids learn confidence, respect and other life skills all while doing everything kids love to do: run, jump, climb and have fun. The coaches are awesome and really encouraging. This is a great program for kids who love to move around and have trouble sitting still in other programs (karate, tumbling, etc)."
April 6, 2026
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NIKKI E.
"The class was really cool and our 12-month-old seemed to have a blast once he warmed up to the space and the couches. The coaches were very welcoming, approachable, and patient, as was the owner. We'll definitely be back once our little one is a little older and better able to participate in the activities and receive more ..."
April 5, 2026
Questions Parents Ask
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about BabyStrong at Pittsburgh
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 North Hills at +1 412-342-2593 and the local center can help you find the right next step.
Still have questions?
Give us a call at +1 412-342-2593