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The most popular activities for children in Derby are swimming, cricket and football, with 200 local providers.

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Group Swimming Lessons - Stage 1

Places Leisure

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Group Swimming Lessons - Stage 1 at Alfreton Leisure Centre. Schedule: Weekly from 09 October 2026, 16:30 - 17:00. Teacher: Liam G.. Class size: 10 places. Venue: Alfreton Leisure Centre, DE55 7BD. Book online at placesleisurenew.courseprogress.co.uk

swimming
• DE55 7BD• Friday 16:30–17:00• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 4–6

Dynamos Cricket - Ilkeston Rutland CC

£50.00

ECB All Stars Cricket

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Dynamos Cricket provides boys and girls from 8-11 years old with non-stop fun. Each week there will be a focus on a different cricket skill to build their confidence and ability, before they take part in a 60-ball countdown cricket match. Sessions run on Wednesdays at 17:45 - 18:45. Course dates: Wed, 3 Jun - Wed, 22 Jul 2026. Coach: Vikki Banks. Contact: ilkestonrutlandjuniors@gmail.com, 07751325617.

cricket
• DE7 5GL• Wednesday 17:45–18:45• In Person• Ages 8–11

Gymnastics - British Gymnastics - 4-7y Explore 1-4 45m

Everyone Active

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Gymnastics - British Gymnastics - 4-7y Explore 1-4 45m at Meadowside Leisure Centre (Burton-upon-Trent). Wednesday at 16:00. Venue: High Street, Burton-upon-Trent, DE14 1TL. Phone: 01283 372 960. Email: MeadowsideInfo@everyoneactive.com. Book at joinonline.everyoneactive.com/lessons

gymnastics
• DE14 1TL• Wednesday 16:00• In Person

Water Babies Early Years Swimming — Leonardo Hotel East Midlands Airport

Water Babies

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Water Babies Early Years Swimming classes (Age 3-4, Team Sculli). Children refine their swimming techniques, build endurance and gain confidence in the water. They develop stronger strokes and safety awareness, preparing them for swimming independently. Maximum 10 children per class. 30-minute weekly lessons. Venue: Ashby Road, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donnington, DE74 2SH. waterbabies.co.uk

swimming
• DE74 2SH• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 3–4

Army Cadets — Derbyshire acf, Derbyshire acf

Army Cadets

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The Army Cadet Force offers young people aged 12-18 adventure training, fieldcraft, and personal development. County/Battalion: Derbyshire acf. Address: ACF Centre, Royal British Legion 30 Poppyfields Drive Mickleover Derby Derbyshire DE3 9GB.

uniformed-groups
• DE3 9GB• In Person• Ages 12–18

1st Wirksworth - Junior Section

On request

The Boys' Brigade

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The Boys' Brigade Junior Section for ages 8-11. The Boys' Brigade is a Christian youth organisation that helps young people develop skills, confidence and faith through fun activities, sports, and community service.

uniformed-groups
• DE4 4DS• Tuesday 19.00–20.00• In Person• Ages 8–11

Breakfast Club - Wren Park Primary School

Premier Education

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**Give your child a great start to the day...** Evidence shows that introducing elements of physical activity to children before school begins can engage their minds and prepare them for the day ahead. Our START Active sessions run for up to 60 minutes and stimulate the learning experience of your child. Children enter the school day alert and ready, having engaged their minds and body whilst learning a host of valuable skills including: - The importance of being punctual and well prepared for the day - Be more alert for a day of learning within the school - Understand the importance of healthy lifestyles - Improve coordination, balance, agility and flexibility - Communicate appropriately and effectively with others - Engage and interact appropriately with other children - Be given realistic challenges to achieve - Use tactics and strategies to increase chance of success At participating venues Children attending these activities can also work towards a Passport to Learning certificate

sports
• DE3 9AY• In Person• Ages 4–11

Baby Sensory - DE5 8JN

WOW World Group

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Baby Sensory®, the multi-award winning sensory classes for babies from birth to 13 months. Why attend one of our award-winning Baby Sensory® classes?

baby-classes
• DE5 8JN• In Person• Ages 0–1

Children's Art Class - Saturday Morning (7-16)

Art in the Park Derby

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Classical art and fine art classes with exciting new themes each term using a variety of mediums and learning outcomes. Over a decade of art education in Derby. Dynamic artist environment where children explore, experiment, and express themselves through colour and creativity. Schedule: Saturday 10:30 - 12:00 Location: Art in the Park, Markeaton Park, Derby

visual-arts-design
• DE22 4AA• Saturday 10:30:00–12:00:00• In Person• Ages 7–16

babyballet Derby North and East — Tots

babyballet

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babyballet Tots classes for babies aged 6-18 months with a parent or carer. A gentle introduction to dance through nursery rhymes, sensory play and musical movement. Develops bonding, coordination and rhythm awareness in a warm, supportive environment.. Venue: Ripley: JL Dance (DE5 3QL). Term: Autumn Term 1 [2026/2027]

ballet
• DE5 3QL• 30 minutes• In Person• Ages 0–18

Hilton Tech Club

£101.51

ClubHub UK

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Our after school technology clubs are designed to get your 7 – 16 year olds thinking creatively and becoming more confident with technology. The students are introduced to a variety of activities and then encouraged to focus on the activities which interest them the most, making these sessions child-led rather than adult-led. Activities include, but are not limited to, coding in Scratch, using the BBC micro:bit, designing and coding games, 3D design, 3D printing and even learning to sew! Althoug

life-skills
• De65 5LD• Tuesday 3.30 - 5pm• In Person• Ages 7–16

IT-Intern - Coding Course (Derby)

£185/month

Impact Academies

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Kids will dive into learning robotics, programming, sharpen their problem-solving skills, and explore creative coding apps for 3D modelling, graphic design and coding in Minecraft. 2-hour weekly lessons with 80% hands-on practice. 9-month course during academic year (Sep-July), 2 levels available. Modules: Level I: Robotics, Coding (basic programming), Design Thinking. Level II: Minecraft, 3D Modeling, Visual Programming.

technology
• DE1 2QY• Saturday• 9 months (Sep-July)• In Person• Ages 5–7

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How many children's activities are there in Derby?

BusyKids lists 986 children's activities in Derby from 200 local providers. The biggest categories are swimming, cricket and football.

What are the most popular kids' activities in Derby?

By number of listings, the most popular activities in Derby are Swimming (314), Cricket (175), Football (87), Martial Arts & Self-Defence (56) and Gymnastics (49).

Are there holiday clubs in Derby?

Yes. There are 5 holiday clubs and camps listed in Derby. The next school break is the Christmas holiday 2026.

Are there activities for toddlers and teenagers in Derby?

Yes. 343 activities in Derby are open to babies and toddlers aged 0–4, and 373 to teenagers aged 12–16.

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