Preschool Programs

The City of Wilmington’s Parks & Recreation Department strives to offer programming opportunities for all! For that reason, the Fit For Fun (FFF) Center exists for those between the ages of 0 and 5. The FFF team of committed and passionate youth educators provides a warm and safe environment to best support children’s natural curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. Check out their programming opportunities below!   

Fit For Fun 

Playful Foundations

Join Fit For Fun Staff in the Fit For Fun Center art room for 15-minute sessions of educational activities designed to build a strong foundation for your child's future development. Each program will combine fun and learning through guided storytelling, imaginative play, sensory exploration, movement and coordination games, and fine motor fun! Walk-in’s welcome! *Ages 5 and under + adults & caregivers

Upcoming program dates: September 11 & 25, October 9 & 30, November 13 & 27, December 4 & 18

Free: Included with FFF admission! 

 

For a downloadable flyer, please click here. (PDF, 1MB)

Little Leaps Creative Movement & Music Classes

Move, dance, explore, play and discover! Join Ms. Carrie in the art room for a joyful and engaging 30-minute caregiver and child movement class specially designed for little movers, walking to 3 years old.
Dates: Tuesdays at 10am: October 29; November 5, 12, 19, 26

Free: Walk-in's welcome! Free: Included with Fit For Fun admission

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Preschool Park Pop-Ups

Come explore your beautiful local parks! Join Fit For Fun Center staff for FREE infant, toddler, and preschool activities! Meet us at the playground from 10am - 12pm! *Ages 5 and under + adults & caregivers

Dates

To be announced for 2025! 

Sensory-Friendly Play Sessions at Fit For Fun

Fit For Fun Center's Sensory-Friendly Play Sessions for children ages 6 months to 5 years offers a calm environment with reduced sound, limited capacity, visual supports, choice boards, and a dedicated sensory space. This setting ensures a comfortable and inclusive play experience tailored to each child's sensory needs. Register here! *Ages 5 and under

Upcoming Program Dates:TBA

Dino Dig Event

Are you ready for a DINO-mite day? Visit Fit For Fun’s Jurassic playground to dig for prehistoric fossils and make exciting discoveries! Fit For Fun’s Dino-friend Rexy may even STOMP by for a visit! Register here! 

Date: Friday, December 13, 2024

Fee: $5.00/Child & Adults Free

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Tiny Heroes Program

Please join the Fit For fun Center on January 13 & January 27 for their Tiny Heroes Program! No registration required; ages 5 and under. 

Session 1: January 13 - Fire Safety Lesson & Crafts at 10am
Join special guest Ms. Brooke, Fire & Life Safety Educator with the Wilmington Fire Department, in the Fit For Fun Art Room for an interactive and educational session on fire safety!

Session 2: January 27 - Firetruck Display from 10-11am (dependent on emergency response calls)*
Mark your calendars for an exciting visit from our local firefighters! Families will have the opportunity to view the firetruck up close, learn about the tools and gear used by firefighters, & interact with the firefighters!

Contact

Fit For Fun

Victoria Carrai
Recreation Supervisor 
 910.341.4630
Email

Registration

How to Register
  • Browse all program options and decide which program(s) work best for your family
  • Be sure to look for other program options in case your first choice is full
  • Fit For Fun utilizes Sign-Up Genius for a few programs. Be sure to check HERE as well. 
Helpful Tips & Tricks
  • Select all programs/camps before you click "Add to Cart". This allows you to answer all registration questions at one time. 
  • For password reset, please call us at 910-341-7855 or email Fiona Costello or Isaiah Lubben. 

Register here

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