Forest Playgroup Classes Now Enrolling
Forest Playgroups are Waldorf-inspired outdoor art and music classes for children of all ages.
Forest Playgroups are currently enrolling for both full sessions and single drop-in classes. Parents receive a confirmation email followed by class details upon registration.
Please note, all session fees and drop-in class feess are non-refundable and non-transferable for all clients without exception.
Early pricing is offered up to 10 days of the start date of a session. Session pricing increases by $30 10 days before the start of the session.
Mondays Mixed-Age 0-6 Years
Sierra Madre Forest Playgroup at Bailey Canyon
Mondays 10:30AM
March 6th – April 17th
No Class March 27
Fridays Mixed-Ages in Glendale
Glendale Forest Playgroup at Catalina Verdugo Adobe
Fridays at 10:30AM
February 17th – April 7th
No Class on March 17th
Fridays Mixed-Ages in Hollywood
Hollywood Forest Playgroup at Bronson Canyon
4 Fridays at 10:30AM
April 14th – May 5th
Homeschool Students may register for Forest Playgroups. Please email for information about registering via Blueridge Charter school PO. Parents must be present to supervise.



Forest Playgroup is a Waldorf-inspired art and music class held in the woods. Classes are offered for babies, toddlers, and all children through age 14.
Hands-on, meaningful work, under the sky, among new friends, allows invaluable foundational learning to emerge through self- discovery.
Forest Playgroup classes nurture and celebrate through the seasons. Classes are in Sierra Madre, adjacent to NE Pasadena. There are also occasional specialty classes in the greater LA area through the year.
Miss Betsy holds three degrees in family and human development, certifications, Waldorf training, and child development credential. Families can expect a wholesome, engaging, and supportive class structure for very young learners.
Miss Betsy’s uniquely nurturing circle time includes family singing or story followed by arts & crafts for parents and children.
Outdoor Classes for Children & Parents in Nature
Playgroup curriculum is informed by Waldorf Early Childhood Education and other whole-child learning theories and philosophies, all of which are of profound developmental value and remind of simpler times.
Forest Playgroup meets at the Bailey Canyon trailhead in the beautiful Sierra Madre.
Join the waitlist for upcoming classes held in SFV and Northeast LA (Silverlake, Eagle Rock, Glendale).
Email to inquire about holding a class for your area.
Please be advised: classes may be postponed and session extended in the case of inclement weather or other adverse events.