Skip & Scoot

Skip & Scoot provides interactive whole child-focused movement education classes and events throughout the Chicagoland area, specializing in gross motor development for young children. The mobile company brings engaging fitness programs directly to various Chicago neighborhoods, offering classes at multiple convenient locations.

Classes feature movement games, obstacle courses, sensory interactions, and dancing designed to promote physical, emotional, and educational wellness. Programs are led by experienced instructors, including founder Lucienne Grause, MA of Physical Education, who emphasizes blending developmental needs with the curiosity and enjoyment of movement in a playful and intentional manner.

Skip & Scoot offers several age-appropriate programs: Baby Gross Motor & Sensory Adventures for infants and young toddlers focuses on helping parents learn to play intentionally with their babies to foster achievement of crucial gross motor milestones using hands-on, adult-guided activities. Little Fitness Adventures for toddlers and preschoolers includes songs, shaker eggs and toys, and engaging obstacle courses.

The program philosophy centers on making fitness fun while maintaining a real foundation in child brain development. All activities are designed to help children reach physical milestones while building confidence and social skills. Classes are structured yet playful, ensuring every type of child finds activities that appeal to them.

Skip & Scoot also provides birthday party services and professional development for educators, bringing their expertise in gross motor development and movement education to special events and school settings. The company has been featured in Chicago Moms Network, Hasty Book List, Chicago Tribune, and Macaroni Kid.

The mobile nature of the business allows families throughout Chicago to access quality movement education programming in their own neighborhoods, making it convenient and accessible for busy families seeking developmental support for their children.