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At Garden State Music Center, we understand how important it is for you and your child to have a safe and healthy experience while taking music lessons. That’s why we’ve implemented a number of precautionary measures to ensure the safety of everyone. Our music teaching rooms have been outfitted with plastic barriers or curtains so that everyone can enjoy their lesson safely and with appropriate distancing. We’ve also increased our store-wide sanitation efforts, including professional HVAC duct and air system cleaning, to reduce the risk of germs being spread. If you’re looking for an extra layer of protection, we also invite you to schedule professional cleaning of your instrument at our shop. We understand that taking precautions to keep everyone healthy is more important than ever, and we’re committed to doing our part. At Garden State Music Center, we are dedicated to creating a safe and enjoyable experience for you and your child. We are taking every precaution to ensure that our store is clean and germ-free, and we are always looking for ways to make sure your lesson is as safe as possible. We invite you to take advantage of our professional instrument cleaning services to give you the peace of mind you need to enjoy your lessons.

At Color Me Mine, we believe that creativity should be accessible to all! We offer a unique and exciting space for young artists to explore their creative side and make their own ceramic masterpieces. With over 30 years of experience, our mission is to make pottery painting fun and easy for everyone. We provide all the necessary supplies and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere to ensure a successful and enjoyable experience. Our studio is the perfect place for a family day out, birthday party or just a fun outing with friends. We have a wide variety of ceramic pieces to choose from, and our staff will be happy to help you along the way. Whether you want to create something special for yourself or give a unique gift to someone special, Color Me Mine is the perfect place for you. So come join us and explore the art of having fun!

At The Dance Centre, our faculty is dedicated to helping each of our students reach their highest potential. We strive to create an environment that is both nurturing and supportive, while also pushing our students to excel in their field. We believe that the experience of learning to dance is much more than just mastering the steps, and instead teaches important lessons like perseverance, teamwork, and self-esteem that will carry our students through their lives.

Pied Piper Swim School has been family owned and operated since 1991. It’s been over 20 years and we continue to run the school as a family. We have been blessed with the privilege of working with so many families and it remains our constant goal to educate both young and old and in the end save lives. Bob and Lori Ziemer have been the sole owners of Pied Piper Swim School since 1994. After getting her WSI certification in 1991, Lori began teaching swim lessons privately during the summer in backyard pools. The demand for year round lessons increased and an indoor pool was found. A local scuba dive shop provided a temporary space for year round lessons. As classes continued to grow Bob received his WSI certification and began teaching in the evenings after his job working at a marina. It quickly became evident that a larger, private place would be needed for this ever growing business. A Toms River builder, believing in their success, took a leap of faith with Lori and Bob and built them the current Pied Piper location. They excitedly opened those doors March 9, 1994.

All of us at Toms River Fitness and Aquatic Center and Toms River Fitness for Women, welcome you. We have been in the health club business for over 40 years. Our club offers many fitness options, allowing you to feel accomplished regardless of your level or goals. There are plenty of cardio and resistance training machines, two swimming pools, and a wide variety of group exercise and aqua classes offered each week! If you ask any of our long time members what distinguishes our clubs from others, they will tell you it is our well-trained and caring staff.

At Gymboree Play & Music, we understand that play is essential for early childhood development. That’s why every one of our classes is carefully designed with your child’s growth in mind. From physical to cognitive to social, we challenge kids to reach their fullest potential. Our teachers provide a nurturing environment to foster meaningful playtime, and our custom curriculum is based on the latest early childhood education trends. Whether your little one is an infant or ready to enter kindergarten, Gymboree Play & Music has the perfect program for you and your family.

Playing an instrument can help improve self-esteem, confidence, concentration, memory skills, coordination and school grades. Its a skill that will last a lifetime. We are a family owned and operated business and have been serving the community since 1998. Our mission is for you to get the most out of your musical education while having FUN!

We believe that every athlete is a valuable member of our program, and we will do our best as coaches to help foster each child’s individual skill development in the support of cheerleading. It is our mission to prepare our teams and athletes to perform to their peak level of ability, ensuring them success on the competition floor. Spirit Factory All Stars Cheerleading has developed a highly respected reputation in the all star cheerleading industry and we intend to not only maintain, but to enhance that reputation with each new season. While it is our intent to train our cheerleaders to become outstanding athletes, we also believe that our athletes will gain a tremendous amount of self-confidence and learn valuable lessons in team dynamics. They are taught sportsmanship, goal setting and pride. They learn that with hard work, dedication and determination they can accomplish any task. We believe that becoming a member of the Spirit Factory All Stars program rewards not only our athletes, but also enables families to witness the personal growth of their children through athletics. Many of our athletes spend countless hours in the gym working on and perfecting their cheerleading and gymnastic skills. Our coaching staff is privileged to have the opportunity not only to coach these children, but also to develop personal relationships with them and their families. We are thankful that you have given us this opportunity because we truly believe our athletes and parents are “FAMILY.”

Are you in Toms River, Beachwood, Pine Beach, Bayville or Manchester and searching for music lessons? Look no further than The Music Academy. Established in 1998, the academy has taught over 5,000 students and provides lessons in piano, singing, guitar, violin, drums and all school band instruments including brass, woodwind and percussion. Parents, you'll love the convenience of having multiple children take lessons at the same time. The Music Academy offers classes at a variety of times so that you can save both driving time and waiting time. Don't miss out on the opportunity to get your child involved in music! The Music Academy is the perfect place to start.

KumSung Karate and the Master KumSung Martial Arts Philosophy, is the culmination of more than 40 years of experience and development by Grand Master KumSung. He has trained literally thousands of students, including national champions, military forces in Europe and the United States and professional actors and stuntmen. The KumSung schools have been in operation for more than 20 years with affiliates throughout the United States and Germany.

You do not have to be super fit or an experienced athlete to take our classes. It doesn’t matter what age you are or what kind of shape you are in right now. We have classes for ALL ages and fitness levels and we will help you reach your goals – one powerful kick and punch at a time.

At Downtown Dance Academy, our goal is to create a safe, fun, and educational learning environment for your child. Located in the heart of Toms River, in Ocean County Mall Plaza, we are conveniently situated between Ulta Beauty and Home Sense. Our entire staff is devoted to the needs of each individual child and committed to helping them feel secure and comfortable. Our team of talented instructors understand the importance of both dance and teaching. Our method is to not compromise the artistic discipline of dance while making sure each student is engaged and interested. We also strive to foster a lifelong passion for dance by encouraging physical fitness, self-esteem, and the joy of movement. Come experience Downtown Dance Academy and let us help your child become the dancer of their dreams!

Martial Arts is a vehicle for character development and self improvement. Teamwork and character are prioritized over competition and ego, which leads to transformative results. Our top priority is guidance and offering students support along with the structure and tools needed to reach new heights. With a focus on character development and inner strength, we work relentlessly to help you unleash your true power!

At Eastside, we provide an environment conducive for learning. Our teachers are experienced in teaching students of all ages. Our students have the opportunity to excel in various forms of dance, from Tap and Ballet for the younger students, to a variety of other styles for our older students. We offer classes for children as young as two years old, and up to eighteen years old, and cater to all levels and abilities. At Eastside, we believe that learning to dance is more than just mastering the steps. We strive to provide a positive, nurturing, and supportive environment that encourages our students to build confidence, coordination, creativity, self-expression, musicality, discipline, and grace. We also emphasize the importance of kindness and positive thinking, which will serve our students in all aspects of life.

Our full-sized MMA cage is set into an alcove off our main training area. Our students use this for everything from full MMA sparring, Muay Thai sparring to training takedowns, clinch-work, and fighting off the cage to extra mat space during regular classes. We have a full contingent of training pads (including many pairs of Muay Thai pads and focus mitts) and training aids (from jump ropes to kettle bells),

Established in 1926, Lillian Dean Dance Studio is a family-oriented business that provides quality dance instruction to children ages 3 and up in Toms River, NJ. Our studio is dedicated to fostering a fun and welcoming atmosphere for all our students, emphasizing the importance of providing a solid foundation in dance technique. Our teachers and choreographers take pride in showcasing each dancer's strengths and helping them to build confidence both on and off the stage. We invite you to join the LDDS family and experience the joy of dance!