Classes & Lectures
CHKD offers classes for kids, teens, parents and grandparents. We offer classes on many subjects and most are free of charge, but registration is required because space is limited.
You may not be able to register for all classes online, please call (757) 668-7500 or (800) 395-2453 to register or to get more information about a class.
March 25 - May 27
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Teen Class - 12 years old and up)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information. Tuition assistance is available
| Time: |
6:30-8pm |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
CHKD Health and Surgery Center at Oyster Point
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
April 14 - June 23
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Youth Class 8 - 11- year olds)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series, including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information.Tuition assistance is available.
| Time: |
6:30 - 8 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
R. F. Wilkinson Family YMCA
301 Sentara Circle
Williamsburg, VA |
April 15 - June 18
Anger Management
Anger Management
This 6 week class helps parents learn to analyze their own responses to anger and access the impact on the family. Strategies will be discussed for implementing positive responses to anger to children of different ages. Anger management classes for children kindergarten through high school will be provided. Childcare and dinner are provided starting at 5:30 p.m. To register call 727-1300.
| Time: |
6-8pm |
| Cost: |
|
| Location: |
Hampton Healthy Families Partnership
100 Old Hampton Lane
Hampton, VA |
April 16 - June 18
Nurturing Children with Special Needs
Living Fully Today, Dreaming for Tomorrow - This 10 week class helps families develop skills to nurture children with special needs. Learn about community resources, medical record keeping, educational options, advocacy, parenting strategies for children with special needs and their typical siblings, self care for parents and planning for the future. Learn and receive support from other families of children with disabilities. Children's program available for those up to 10 years of age. Dinner is provided starting at 5:30 pm. To register, call 727-1300
| Time: |
6-8 pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Hampton Healthy Families Partnership
100 Old Hampton Lane
Hampton, VA |
May 12
Prenatal Class
Physicians will provide important health, safety and developmental information about your newborn. A lactation consultant will give information and answer questions about breastfeeding. Take a tour of the office and meet the staff. A great free preview if you are trying to choose a pediatrician. Offered the 2nd Monday of each month from 6-7pm. To register, please call 668-6300, and press #2.
| Time: |
6-7pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD Health and Surgery Center at Oyster Point
Newport News Pediatrics
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
May 20
The Ten Greatest Gifts I Give My Child
Based on the bestseller by Stephen W. Vannoy, this presentation offers important parenting tools and a fresh approach for parents to build their children's self-esteem, confidence, and decision-making abilities.
| Time: |
7-8:30 pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD, 6th floor conference room
601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA |
May 27
Family Finance - What you can teach your children about money
Do your kids think you are a walking ATM and have an endless supply of money? Are you concerned your children don't understand the ramifications of credit cards? Set your children on the right financial path by learning ways to explain how to spend wisely and save whether they are in pre-school or high school.
| Time: |
7-9 pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD, 6th floor conference room
601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA |
May 27
My Child has Autism: Now What?
CHKD's pediatrician, John Harrington will explain the differences between complementary and alternative treatments for children with autistic spectrum disorders. Learn about the education and behavioral strategies that work best for children with autism and how to access resources in our community.
| Time: |
7-9 pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD, Brickhouse Auditorium, 2nd floor
601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA |
May 28
Parents of Children With Special Needs Support Group
Raising a child with special health care needs can be challenging. Would you like the opportunity to network with parents just like you? Learn how to be your child's best advocate when managing his/her medical care, education and other services. Join us to chat about issues or concerns that you may have. Call 757-461-4474 to register or for more information.
| Time: |
9:30-11:30 a.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
The Endependence Center Building
6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd.
Norfolk, VA |
June 02 - August 04
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Teen Class - 12 years old and up)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information. Tuition assistance is available
| Time: |
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
CHKD Health Center at Greenbrier
733 Volvo Parkway
3rd floor
Chesapeake, VA |
June 03 - July 08
Anger Management
Anger Management
This 6 week class helps parents learn to analyze their own responses to anger and access the impact on the family. Strategies will be discussed for implementing positive responses to anger to children of different ages. Anger management classes for children kindergarten through high school will be provided. Childcare and dinner are provided starting at 5:30 p.m. To register call 727-1300.
| Time: |
6-8 pm |
| Cost: |
|
| Location: |
Hampton Healthy Families Partnership
100 Old Hampton Lane
Hampton, VA |
June 03
Communicating with Love
Learn how to identify and apply different communication styles to build a better relationship with your child using the ideas discussed in the book, "The Five Love Languages of Children." Learn what motivates your chid and how to enhance cooperation.
| Time: |
7-8 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD, 6th floor conference room
601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA |
June 05
Goals For Life- Featuring Legendary USA National Soccer Team Defender Eddie Pope
Join Eddie Pope, one of the best US defenders in the Major League Soccer, who will share with parents, athletes and coaches his personal journey in becoming a successful professional athlete. Hear the tips that will help althletes in the game and as they aspire to play in college and professionally. Parents and coaches will be given ideas how to support their athletes in following their dreams to play soccer at the next level. He wants the majority of the program to consist of your questions, so come prepared! There will also be an autograph session to follow.
| Time: |
7 - 8:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Landstown High School, Auditorium
2001 Concert Drive
Virgina Beach, VA |
June 09
Prenatal Class
Physicians will provide important health, safety and developmental information about your newborn. A lactation consultant will give information and answer questions about breastfeeding. Take a tour of the office and meet the staff. A great free preview if you are trying to choose a pediatrician. Offered the 2nd Monday of each month from 6-7pm. To register, please call 668-6300, and press #2.
| Time: |
6-7pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD Health and Surgery Center at Oyster Point
Newport News Pediatrics
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
June 11
Adolescents: What Are They Thinking?
If you have a teen who uses poor judgement and makes decisions that are not rational or well-considered, you are not alone. Learn of the development of teen brains, including new research findings that can help you understand why teenagers' choices and behaviors can baffle adults. Learn how you can use this information to improve communication and decision making with your teen.
| Time: |
9:30-11am |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD Health and Surgery Center at Oyster Point
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
June 16 - August 18
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Teen Class - 12 years old and up)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information. Tuition assistance is available
| Time: |
6:30 - 8 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
James City/Williamsburg Community Center
5301 Longhill Rd.
Williamsburg, VA |
June 17 - August 19
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Youth Class 8 - 11- year olds)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series, including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information.Tuition assistance is available.
| Time: |
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
Norfolk Health Department
830 Southampton Ave
2nd floor
Norfolk, VA |
June 18
Positive Discipline
Parents will learn several discipline techniques that work without yelling, arguing, or spanking.
| Time: |
9:30-11:30am |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Virginia Beach Central Library, Auditorium
4100 Virginia Beach Blvd.
Virginia Beach, VA |
June 25
Parents of Children With Special Needs Support Group
Raising a child with special health care needs can be challenging. Would you like the opportunity to network with parents just like you? Learn how to be your child's best advocate when managing his/her medical care, education and other services. Join us to chat about issues or concerns that you may have. Call 757-461-4474 to register or for more information.
| Time: |
9:30-11:30 a.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
The Endependence Center Building
6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd.
Norfolk, VA |
June 26
Nutrition Tips in a Fast-Food World
Did you know that most 10-year olds are afraid of being fat? Many of our children are struggling with weight issues starting at a young age. Learn to identify the pitfalls and ways to set your family on the right path for a healthy lifestyle
| Time: |
9:30-11 a.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD Health & Surgery Center, Oyster Point
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
July 08
Prenatal Class
Physicians will provide important health, safety and developmental information about your newborn. A lactation consultant will give information and answer questions about breastfeeding. Take a tour of the office and meet the staff. A great free preview if you are trying to choose a pediatrician. Offered the 2nd Monday of each month from 6-7pm. To register, please call 668-6300, and press #2.
| Time: |
6-7pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Newport News Pediatrics
CHKD Health & Surgery Center, Oyster Point
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
July 10
How Children Manage Anger
Learn how to help young children (up to age 6) manage their anger and learn self-control.
| Time: |
7-8:30 p.m |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD Health & Surgery Center, Oyster Point
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
July 16
Nutrition Tips in a Fast-Food World
Did you know that most 10-year olds are afraid of being fat? Many of our children are struggling with weight issues starting at a young age. Learn to identify the pitfalls and ways to set your family on the right path for a healthy lifestyle
| Time: |
9:30-11 a.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Virginia Beach Central Library, Auditorium
4100 Virginia Beach Blvd.
Virginia Beach, VA |
July 23
Adolescents: What Are They Thinking?
If you have a teen who uses poor judgement and makes decisions that are not rational or well-considered, you are not alone. Learn of the development of teen brains, including new research findings that can help you understand why teenagers' choices and behaviors can baffle adults. Learn how you can use this information to improve communication and decision making with your teen.
| Time: |
7-8:30pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD, 6th Floor Conference Room
601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA |
July 29
Positive Discipline
Parents will learn several discipline techniques that work without yelling, arguing, or spanking.
| Time: |
7-8:30pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD Health & Surgery Center, Oyster Point
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
July 31
Motheread/Fatheread
Learn to use children's books and your own personal experience to help your children with reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Ideal for parents, grandparents and caregivers. Each family will receive a children's book for their home library. Call (757)668-7500 to register.
| Time: |
6:30-8:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Hampton Public Library
4207 Victoria Boulevard
Hampton, VA |
August 04
Eating Out, Eating Right on a Budget
Kids love to eat out. Learn how to enjoy fast food and still keep it healthy. Eating out can be expensive; find out how to do it without breaking the bank. And get some great ideas for fun alternatives to going out by making fast-food at home.
| Time: |
6:30-7:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Hampton Healthy Families Partnership
100 Old Hampton Lane
Hampton, VA |
August 06
Rainy Day Games for the Family
Looking for inexpensive ways to bring the family together? Bring your child to this interactive program that teaches you a variety of games for school-age children that are educational and fun.
| Time: |
6:30-7:45 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Hampton Healthy Families Partnership
100 Old Hampton Lane
Hampton, VA |
August 06
Starting Over Financially with a Fresh Start
Learn a new approach to managing your money so you have a little extra for family fun activities and hear from the experts about balancing budgets that work for the entire family.
| Time: |
7-8 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Center for Child & Family Services
2021 Cunningham Drive
Hampton, VA |
August 07
Setting Limits Without Guilt for the Child With Special Needs
Are you torn about how and when to discipline your child with special needs at home, at school, or in public? This seminar will look at the realities of parenting a child with disabilities and/or special healthcare needs, impact on the family unit, strategies for responding effectively to different behaviors and how to effectively support your child's ability to cope.
| Time: |
7-8:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Midtown Community Center
570 Mclawhorne Drive
Newport News, VA |
August 11
Positive Discipline
Parents will learn several discipline techniques that work without yelling, arguing, or spanking.
| Time: |
9:30-11:30am |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Virginia Beach Central Library, Libris Room
4100 Virginia Beach Blvd
Virginia Beach, VA |
August 12
Prenatal Class
Physicians will provide important health, safety and developmental information about your newborn. A lactation consultant will give information and answer questions about breastfeeding. Take a tour of the office and meet the staff. A great free preview if you are trying to choose a pediatrician. Offered the 2nd Monday of each month from 6-7pm. To register, please call 668-6300, and press #2.
| Time: |
6-7pm |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Newport News Pediatrics
CHKD Health & Surgery Center, Oyster Point
11783 Rock Landing Drive
Newport News, VA |
August 12
Speaking about Preschoolers
Learn what your preschooler is able to say and understand. Basic development in the area of speech sounds, sentence structure and vocabulary will be provided. Discover what directions your preschooler can follow and how to facilitate growth in speech, language and cognitive abilities.
| Time: |
7-8:30 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD, 6th floor conference room
601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA |
August 13
Rainy Day Games for the Family
Looking for inexpensive ways to bring the family together? Bring your child to this interactive program that teaches you a variety of games for school-age children that are educational and fun.
| Time: |
6:30-7:45 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD, 6th floor conference room
601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA |
August 14
Communicating with Love
Learn how to identify and apply different communication styles to build a better relationship with your child using the ideas discussed in the book, "The Five Love Languages of Children." Learn what motivates your chid and how to enhance cooperation.
| Time: |
10-11 a.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
Norfolk Foundation Room, YWCA
5215 Colley Avenue
Norfolk, VA |
August 26
Today's Young Athlete - How do you measure success?
Parents, coached and athletes will learn the latest on youth attitudes about winning, losing, competition, and off-the-field behavior choices. Sports psychologist Joel Fish will identify symptoms of competitive stress and show parents and coaches how they can help the athlete become successful on and off the field.
| Time: |
7-9 p.m. |
| Cost: |
FREE |
| Location: |
CHKD, Brickhouse Auditorium
601 Children's Lane
Norfolk, VA |
September 16 - November 18
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Youth Class 8 - 11- year olds)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series, including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information.Tuition assistance is available.
| Time: |
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
Virginia Beach Location
TBA
Virgina Beach, VA |
September 16 - November 18
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Youth Class 8 - 11- year olds)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series, including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information.Tuition assistance is available.
| Time: |
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
James City/Williamsburg Community Center
5301 Longhill Rd.
Williamsburg, VA |
October 06 - December 08
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Teen Class - 12 years old and up)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information. Tuition assistance is available
| Time: |
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
Norfolk Health Department
830 Southampton Ave
2nd floor
Norfolk, VA |
October 13 - December 15
Healthy You Weight Management Program (Teen Class - 12 years old and up)
An educational program for overweight children and their parents. This program includes an individual assessment and a 10-week "Healthy You" lifestyles series including a wide variety of fun fitness classes at the YMCA. Call (757) 668-7035 for registration material and tuition information. Tuition assistance is available
| Time: |
6:30 - 8 p.m. |
| Cost: |
Please call for fee. |
| Location: |
James City/Williamsburg Community Center
5301 Longhill Rd.
Williamsburg, VA |