When I first heard about Kitten’s Korner, I assumed it was another indoor play space. And honestly, here in Arizona, summer temperatures can actually melt the asphalt, so we absolutely need places like this.
But the moment I met Kristen, the owner, I knew this space was built with a very different heart.
Kitten’s Korner isn’t just about keeping kids busy. It’s about supporting parents in the early years. The kind of support that feels rare and deeply needed.
Kristen has designed the entire space with parent bonding in mind. Not just bonding with your own child, but with other parents who are walking through the same stage of life. The couches invite you to sit. The atmosphere feels calm. The energy says, you’re allowed to rest here.
One of the things Kristen shared that stayed with me most is this: she wants parents to feel like they can take a break. Coffee, tea, and water are always free. You can simply show up and know you’re supported. She even laughed while telling me that sometimes parents feel so safe and relaxed in the space that they fall asleep. And if you’re a parent, you know how big that is.
That kind of safety is a treasure.
A Space Built for Community
Kristen’s goal is simple and powerful: facilitate community.
During the week, Kitten’s Korner offers classes just for parents, including:
Book club
Moms night out craft nights
Wellness Wednesdays focused on relaxation
And for the kids, there’s no shortage of fun:
Art classes on Fridays
Silly, messy story time
Reverse story time
Dance party pajama days
Fit and Play with Stretch & Grow
Fitness classes that transition into dance and tumbling
Dads and Donuts
It’s playful. It’s thoughtful. And it’s designed so kids make friends while parents do too.
Flexible Options That Actually Make Sense
Kitten’s Korner offers:
A full membership that includes play and classes
Pay-as-you-go options
Class packs
Play-only memberships
Want to test it out first? $5 Thursdays are the perfect way to check out the space.
Drop-Off Care (Yes, Really)
Kristen also shared their dream of eventually offering drop-off care so parents can take a moment to themselves while running errands at the mall.
For now, they already offer drop-off care:
Friday evenings from 3–8
Saturdays and Sundays for 3 hours
$30 per session
Ages 3 and up
That kind of support can feel life-changing in early parenthood.
Supporting Parents From Day One
One of the most meaningful offerings is the Welcome to Parenthood group, which is free for parents with kids 12 months and under. Those early months can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting. Having a space that gets that matters.
When I asked Kristen what inspired her to start Kitten’s Korner, her answer made everything click.
Before this, she worked as a newborn care specialist, supporting families when babies first came home from the hospital. She noticed three things parents always needed:
Things to do with their kids
Support
A chance to have fun and be part of a community
Kitten’s Korner is the answer to all three.
Not Just a Play Space
If you’re not totally sold yet, check out their Open House on the 24th and see it for yourself.
Kitten’s Korner isn’t just a place for kids to play.
It’s a place for parents to breathe, connect, and feel less alone.
