Don’t worry if you don’t know what Zumba is (you could think of it like a mix of aerobics and dancing), just know it’s one of a few Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department winter classes to expend your kid’s pent-up energy. Other options to consider include dance and gymnastics, with a few locations around town.

Kids Zumba is open to children ages 5 to 10 and, according to the class description, is designed for “high-energy” kids. The class will be on Sundays from 2 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. from Jan. 24 through March 13. The class is held at Sports Pavilion Lawrence, 100 Rock Chalk Lane. The cost is $40 per child and registration can be done online.

Gymnastic classes are offered for children 18 months and up. Classes are available for different skill levels, and can be enrolled in seasonal, monthly, eight-week or yearly sessions. Classes are at East Lawrence Recreation Center, 1245 E. 15th St. Descriptions, age requirements and enrollment for each class is available in the department’s most recent activity guide.

Dance classes of all genres (including one called Rising Hip Hop) are available for children 2 and older. Classes are at the Community Building, 115 W. 11th St., and Sports Pavilion Lawrence, 100 Rock Chalk Lane. All classes are listed in the department’s most recent activity guide.

For more information on classes, you can contact recreation instruction supervisor Jo Ellis at 330-7355.