First-Step Course- Becoming Oneself (9 to 14 months)

With first standing, early language, and growing social awareness, babies are entering a whole new stage of development.

At this point, we want to make sure they’ve built the foundation they need to stand well, including balance, spinal alignment, and coordination between the upper and lower body.
We’ll learn fun activities on the floor to strengthen crawling, sitting, and the transitions between them, laying a strong base before walking begins.
We’ll also address common behavioural challenges at this stage, such as fear of strangers and separation anxiety, and explore how to build confidence through movement and joyful play with other baby friends.

Fridays, 10:00-11:15.

Dates: 10.4, 17.4, 24.4, 8.5, 15.5, 22.5, 29.5, 5.6

First Step is a holistic approach rooted in the Feldenkrais method. It emphasizes the deep connection between sensory-motor learning and emotional development — how a baby’s ability to roll, reach, or sit is closely linked to their sense of confidence, curiosity, and openness to the world. The approach also highlights the vital role of the environment we create for our babies — through touch, tone of voice, responsiveness, and the experiences we offer. These early interactions shape how babies move, learn, see themselves, and relate to others. Our goal is to provide each baby with optimal conditions for development, and to help them build both a strong sense of confidence and a solid motor foundation, that will serve them throughout life.