BABY MASSAGE
BABY STRETCH  & PLAY
MESSY  TOTS
GROOVAROO

Booking Essential.

THE CLASSES

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Baby Massage

The classes are fun, friendly and informal.  They are baby led and baby always comes first.  There is no right or wrong way for your baby to respond. It is fine if your baby cries, needs feeding, changing or just a little cuddle.  The baby massage class is a supportive non-judgmental  environment where you can enjoy bonding with your baby, learning new skills and making some new friends.

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The classes will run over 5 weeks and I will show you how to gently massage your baby.  Baby massage is suitable for babies aged 8 weeks + 

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Baby  Massage  - FULLY BOOKED 

Claygate  commencing 9th September

DUE TO HIGH DEMAND FOR BABY MASSAGE PLACE FOR SEPTEMBER I WILL BE ADDING AN EXTRA CLASS IN CLAYGATE - see below for additional session details 

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Baby Massage  - Claygate  Thursday  12.15pm  commenicng 9th September. Only 6 remaining spaces available.

Baby  Massage  - Only 4 space still available 

Thames Ditton  commencing 7th September 

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Classes are 1 hour  - 5 week course

Booking essential £60.00pp

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Baby  Stretch and Play  

This is a great follow on class from Baby massage ( but you don't have to have done our Baby massage  to attend this course)  This class starts with a little dry massage  then moves on to some Baby yoga.  Baby yoga is a great way to support your baby’s development. By exposing your baby to a range of movements, stretches and poses you stimulate all your baby’s senses. This exposes your baby to new, exciting and fun movements which helps your little one learn and develop.  We sing lots of songs and rhymes. Each week the class has some new movements as well as having the repetition which babies loves.  We also include songs, rhymes, bubbles, parachutes and a little bit of free play at the end of the class.This is a fun and stimulating class for Mum and baby to spend together.    

The classes are booked in  5 week blocks.

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Baby Stretch, Play Advanced   Friday Morning in Claygate 9.45 am 

FULLY BOOKED 

 There is an opportunity to join a second term of Baby Stretch and Play with a few additional added extra including some sensory play and fun art activites 

Please email if you are interesed in this class. 

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 Baby stretch and Play is suitable for babies aged 12 week to crawling.  Classes are for 50 minutes.

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Baby  Stretch & Play   9.45 am Thursday morning for 50 minutes  - Only 3  spaces still available 

Claygate  -  Commencing 9th September 

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Baby Stretch & Play Thames Ditton  0nly 4   spaces still available 

Commencing 7th September 

Classes are for 50 minutes  -5 week course

Booking essential £60.00pp

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Messy Tots and More: Friday Morning in Claygate from 10th September 11am ( 50 minute class) 

ONLY  3 spaces available 

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 This class includes a mixture of messy play, sensory play, heuristic play, nature play, music, parachutes, fun and some free play and is suitable from 6 months+.  This class, like all Calm Tots classes, is baby led letting your baby explore at their own pace and you don’t have to tidy up! Introductory offer only £10 per session booked in 5 week blocks 

Email for details and to book your place 

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GroovaRoo Baby Wearing Dance

On hold due to current restrictions.  

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GroovaRoo Dance with Calm Tots. This is a relaxed, informal, soul line-dancing class.  You wear your baby in a front facing sling and it’s a great time to spend bonding with your little one and having a little gentle exercise. You don’t need any dance experience and it’s not about how you dance, just how you feel.  £10 per session booked in 5 week blocks. 

Email for details and to book your place 

Please note in the event  of Classes not being able to be taught face to face  classes will be taught online .

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Tummy Time Work Shops   - Dates to be confirmed 

Dads Baby Massage Workshop - Dates to confirmed. 

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NCT groups  If you would like to book a course together  we hope we can offer this again soon in the comfort of your own home.

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Please contact me for details of any of the above courses or to discuss your requirements.        

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Each week we will focus on a different part of the body: 

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 Week 1: Legs and Feet 

 Week 2: Tummy and Colic Sequence Review. 

 Week 3: Chest Arms and hands. Colic Review. 

 Week 4: Head Face, back and teething sequence review. 

 Week 5: Full Massage

At the end of each session there is a 15 minute chat and question time and you will be given a handout to remind you of the strokes you have learned.

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All you need to bring is a towel to wrap baby in.

We provided a lovely bottle of Cold Pressed, Organic Sunflower Oil 

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If you miss a session, its not a problem each week we review the strokes we have done before so its easy to catch up. 

Just ask me if you’re not sure.

REVIEWS

June  Baby Massage

My baby and I loved attending Chris’s classes and looked forward to them each week. Chris goes the extra mile to make the classes feel special and I have experienced some really lovely moments with my baby as a result. She taught me some great ways to play and bond with my baby which I have loved also doing with him at home.

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May 2021 Baby Massage Class 

Wonderful class. Olive was just under 6 months when we started and though she couldn’t tell me I’m quite sure she loved it! It was great to be able to chat openly with the other mums too and be asked how we were feeling. There are few opportunities as a new mum to have a space to share in such a relaxed environment. Chris was lovely; so easy going but also really informative. She made us feel very welcome and I left feeling uplifted every time. I’ll definitely be signing up for more classes!

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Online Class Review 

had such a lovely 'virtual' time learning baby massage with Chris. I did the course with the girls from my NCT classes during lockdown of 2020 and we were so excited to start baby classes together before lockdown happened and were unable to do so. Luckily Chris came to our rescue offering to teach us all via video link and we all loved it and learned so much. I don't think being taught over video took away from the experience in anyway and would highly recommend it for new mums out there at the moment. Thanks again Chris :)

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I've loved it - A lovely, calm environment for both Mummy and baby. Time to chat and share, a well taught and well structured course. Not to mention being spoilt with tea and homemade cake .Jamila

We both loved the baby massage course so much ! It was so relaxed and well run. The format worked really well and I feel like I've really learnt something I will use.  Chris your cakes are amazing ! I will really miss Monday afternoons. Lisa

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Chris has a wide knowledge on babies, it was great to be able to get advice from her on a number of different things.  Print outs are really helpful. Chloe

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Chris is really lovely . No question is too silly ! Amazing cake.   Claire       

Chris has a lovely teaching style and makes each person and baby feel welcome and supported.  Massage classes helped baby sleep well after each class. Marize

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Chris really made us and the babies feel comfortable and gave us lots of options to help massage our baby . Emma

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Chris is absolutely lovely and we loved the baby massage classes and the very yummy cake at the end. We were sad when the course was over but we have learnt so much . Nicola 

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Absolutely brilliant classes! Both me and baby love the sessions plus practice at home afterwards! X Katie

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Lovely informal baby led massage classes, Chris is a great teacher, and me and my baby really enjoyed it. Fiona 

ABOUT

My name is Chris Nicholls; I first trained in childcare over 35 years ago and am passionate about working with babies and toddlers.  I have been a Nanny, Maternity Nurse, a swimming teacher for babies and toddlers and have also been in charge of a nursery room in a private nursery school.  Most importantly I am the mother of twins.

I attended baby massage classes with my twins and adored the bonding, loving experience. Both myself and my children loved every second of it.  It was a great way to communicate with my babies and gain a greater understanding and confidence of their needs through this gentle method of communication. It was also fun and a great way to get out and meet other Mums. I felt inspired to train in baby massage and yoga for babies and toddlers and when my children grew older it became the right time to follow my dream.

PRICES

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  Booking for all classes is essential 

Each class last 1 hour  which including 15 minutes for questions and social time.

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Baby massage  classes 5 week course starting June  £60 .

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Baby Stretch and Play classes 5 week course starting June  £60 .  

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1-2-1 classes  £35 per session  

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In the event of classes having to be closed due to Covid restrictions . Classes will continue online. It will not be possible to offer a refund. 

Please email   if you have any questions

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VOUCHERS

Baby massage vouchers make a great gift for an expectant mum,

A baby shower gift, Christmas gift, Mother’s Day, or just a treat for an amazing daughter, wife or partner.

You can buy a set of group massage classes for £60 or pay for part of a course in £10 increments.

Email Chris@calmtots .co.uk and I will send a voucher directly to you to present to Mum.

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Please contact me for details.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING TO BABY MASSAGE?

Just a towel from home and a pillow /cushion for either you to sit on or to prop baby on and the normal things you need for your baby when you go out.

HOW OLD DOES MY BABY NEED TO BE?

From 8 weeks old to crawling age is the ideal age for baby massage classes.

CAN MY PARTNER COME TOO?

Yes, partners are very welcome to come along at no extra cost.

CAN I BRING TWINS TO THE CLASS?

Yes, you can learn to massage them both together, or you can bring a second adult.

WHAT IF MY BABY CRIES OR NEEDS TO FEED OR BE CHANGED?

The classes are baby led so baby’s needs come first.  The classes are very relaxed so its fine to feed/ change or comfort your baby. The class will continue and you can learn the techniques to try on your baby at a later time.

WHAT IF I CAN’T MAKE IT TO A SESSION?

We will recap from the week before, so you won’t miss anything. There are also weekly handouts so you can practice these techniques at home.

WHAT IF MY BABY HAS JUST HAD AN IMMUNISATION?

It is not recommended to practice on a baby within 48 hours of having immunisations. Again, you are welcome to attend and practice the massage in your own home.  Handouts are given after each class.

WHAT SHOULD I DRESS MY BABY IN FOR THE SESSIONS?

Please dress your baby in easy access clothing such as a baby grow with poppers.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?

Please wear something comfortable; you will be sitting on the floor.

WHAT TYPE OF OIL IS USED FOR THE MASSAGE?

We provide Cold Pressed Organic Sunflower oil as this is easily absorbed by baby’s skin. This oil has been found to be agreeable to babies with very rare chance of a reaction.

FURTHER QUESTIONS?

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COVID 19 PROTOCOL FOR CLASSES

DOORS THAT CAN BE OPENED WILL BE OPENED FOR THE DURATION OF THE CLASSES, DOORS WILL ALSO BE OPENED WITHIN THE CENTRE TO ALLOW FOR MORE VENTILATION.

HANDS MUST BE SANITISED BEFORE ENTRY INTO THE CLASSES.

FACE COVERINGS MUST BE WORN ON ENTRY INTO THE BUILDING AND UNTIL SAT DOWN ON THE MAT READY TO START THE CLASSES AND THEN PUT BACK ON TO MOVE AROUND THE ROOM/BUILDING UNLESS YOU ARE EXEMPT FROM WEARING FACE COVERINGS FOR MEDICAL REASONS.

ALL MATS WILL BE A MINIMUM OF 1.5 / 2 METERS APART.

CLASSES MUST START AND FINISH PROMPTLY TO ALLOW EXTRA CLEANING TIME. 

AFTER CHANGING NAPPIES OR GOING TO THE TOILET HANDLES MUST BE WIPED DOWN WITH ANTIBACTERIAL WIPES PROVIDED.

IN THE EVENT OF A LOCKDOWN AND THE CENTRE CLOSING OR IF I NEED TO GO INTO SELF-ISOLATION CLASSES WILL AUTOMATICALLY TRANSFER ONLINE VIA ZOOM KEEPING TO THE SAME DAYS AND TIMES.

UNFORTUNATELY, ONLY ON ADULT PER CHILD/BABY DURING TO KEEP NUMBERS LOW AND US ALL SAFER.

VENUE’S HOLD TRACK AND TRACE INFORMATION, SIGNING UP TO FACE-TO-FACE CLASSES MEANS YOU CONSENT FOR THE VENUES TO HOLD NAMES AND CONTACT DETAILS IN THE EVENT OF TRACK AND TRACE. THIS INFORMATION WILL BE DESTROYED BY THE VENUE AFTER 28 DAYS.

CHANGES TO TERMS & CONDITIONS DUE TO COVID 19:

CLASSES ARE IN BUBBLES SO  CATCH UP CLASSES WITH ANOTHER GROUP ARE NOT POSSIBLE. IN THE EVENT OF CLASSES NOT BEING ABLE TO CONTINUE FACE TO FACE CLASSES WILL BE TAUGHT ON ZOOM. ONCE THE CLASSES HAVE COMMENCED NO REFUND WILL BE OFFERED.

PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND CLASS IF:

YOU OR YOUR CHILD/BABY HAS A HIGH TEMPERATURE, PERSISTENT NEW COUGH, SHORTNESS OF BREATH, LOSS OF TASTE OR SMELL OR ANY OTHER UNUSUAL SYMPTOMS.

IF YOU OR YOUR FAMILY HAVE HAD CONTACT WITH ANYONE WHO HAS TESTED POSITIVE FOR COVID 19 IN THE PAST 14 DAYS.

IF YOU HAVE BEEN ADVISED TO SELF ISOLATE EVEN IF ASYMPTOMATIC.

IF ANYONE IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD IS DISPLAYING ANY OF THE COVID 19 SYMPTOMS ABOVE.

PLEASE NOT THAT SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN AND BABIES MAY DISPLAY DIFFERENT TO THOSE IN ADULTS. IF YOURSELF OR CHILD/BABY IS UNWELL PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND CLASS.

COVID 19 PROTOCOL FOR CLASSES

DOORS THAT CAN BE OPENED WILL BE OPENED FOR THE DURATION OF THE CLASSES, DOORS WILL ALSO BE OPENED WITHIN THE CENTRE TO ALLOW FOR MORE VENTILATION.

HANDS MUST BE SANITISED BEFORE ENTRY INTO THE CLASSES.

FACE COVERINGS MUST BE WORN ON ENTRY INTO THE BUILDING AND UNTIL SAT DOWN ON THE MAT READY TO START THE CLASSES AND THEN PUT BACK ON TO MOVE AROUND THE ROOM/BUILDING UNLESS YOU ARE EXEMPT FROM WEARING FACE COVERINGS FOR MEDICAL REASONS.

ALL MATS WILL BE A MINIMUM OF 2 METERS APART.

CLASSES MUST START AND FINISH PROMPTLY TO ALLOW EXTRA CLEANING TIME. 

AFTER CHANGING NAPPIES OR GOING TO THE TOILET HANDLES MUST BE WIPED DOWN WITH ANTIBACTERIAL WIPES PROVIDED.

IN THE EVENT OF A LOCKDOWN AND THE CENTRE CLOSING OR IF I NEED TO GO INTO SELF-ISOLATION CLASSES WILL AUTOMATICALLY TRANSFER ONLINE VIA ZOOM KEEPING TO THE SAME DAYS AND TIMES.

UNFORTUNATELY, ONLY ON ADULT PER CHILD/BABY DURING TO KEEP NUMBERS LOW AND US ALL SAFER.

VENUE’S HOLD TRACK AND TRACE INFORMATION, SIGNING UP TO FACE-TO-FACE CLASSES MEANS YOU CONSENT FOR THE VENUES TO HOLD NAMES AND CONTACT DETAILS IN THE EVENT OF TRACK AND TRACE. THIS INFORMATION WILL BE DESTROYED BY THE VENUE AFTER 28 DAYS.

CHANGES TO TERMS & CONDITIONS DUE TO COVID 19:

CLASSES ARE IN BUBBLES SO  CATCH UP CLASSES WITH ANOTHER GROUP ARE NOT POSSIBLE. IN THE EVENT OF CLASSES NOT BEING ABLE TO CONTINUE FACE TO FACE CLASSES WILL BE TAUGHT ON ZOOM. ONCE THE CLASSES HAVE COMMENCED NO REFUND WILL BE OFFERED.

PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND CLASS IF:

YOU OR YOUR CHILD/BABY HAS A HIGH TEMPERATURE, PERSISTENT NEW COUGH, SHORTNESS OF BREATH, LOSS OF TASTE OR SMELL OR ANY OTHER UNUSUAL SYMPTOMS.

IF YOU OR YOUR FAMILY HAVE HAD CONTACT WITH ANYONE WHO HAS TESTED POSITIVE FOR COVID 19 IN THE PAST 14 DAYS.

IF YOU HAVE BEEN ADVISED TO SELF ISOLATE EVEN IF ASYMPTOMATIC.

IF ANYONE IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD IS DISPLAYING ANY OF THE COVID 19 SYMPTOMS ABOVE.

PLEASE NOT THAT SYMPTOMS IN CHILDREN AND BABIES MAY DISPLAY DIFFERENT TO THOSE IN ADULTS. IF YOURSELF OR CHILD/BABY IS UNWELL PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND CLASS.

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