Coach's Corner: How to Encourage and Motivate Young Athletes
Learn how to inspire and motivate young athletes in Little Athletics with tips from experienced coaches.
Read moreHow to choose a self defence school
Not every martial arts school teaches what they say they do. There are many definitions of what is taught - this article looks at what these definitions are, popular misconceptions, how you can get the most out of your training and what to look for when selecting a self-defence school.
Read moreKiteboarding For Kids In Melbourne
Thrill seekers young and old can enjoy kiteboarding in Melbourne!
Kiteboarding is a sport which involves riding along the water on a board, harnessed to a kite. A fairly recent sport in Australia, kiteboarding has been around since the 1980s and is rapidly growing in popularity. If you live in the Melbourne area and you are considering letting your kids try this exciting adrenaline packed activity, here are some tips for you!
Benefits of Karate Classes & Lessons for Kids
Karate classes offer a holistic approach to children's development by nurturing physical fitness, mental focus, emotional well-being, and essential life skills.
Read moreYOUR CHILD AND THEIR CREATIVE DRAWING JOURNEY....
As children become engaged in their drawings, their ideas take shape and images leap out of the page. The final "masterpiece" is proudly presented to you, in anticipation of your praise. Some of the images in their drawing are obvious & easily recognisable. Others well...you tilt your head at the page as you try and decipher what you see.
Read moreHow to help children learn more through creativity
Our children are becoming less creative than those of a few decades ago and it could be affecting their ability to learn. Studies have shown the children’s creativity tends to decrease with age. Most notably from kindergarten to grade three.
Using imagination and creativity is vital to children’s individual mental health and this article shares how you can encourage your child to be more creative.
4 reasons why every kid should practice yoga
Essentially yoga is about balance – creating equanimity to live a peaceful life in good health and in harmony with the world around us. Yoga for kids is fun and playful but it also teaches children how to be comfortable in their own skin. It develops personal strength which comes from within and not from an external source which can fade, change or leave. Here's four reasons why you should encourage your children to practice yoga.
Read moreOutdoor Play Park For Kids
Fun for everyone: swings, slides, climbing frames and miniature houses!
Read moreHow kids yoga aids school readiness
This is the time of year when excited preschoolers and their families go to their ‘Big School’ orientations. Much of the year has been spent learning letters, numbers and alike. All this knowledge is a great foundation; however research shows us that focusing on socio-emotional skills is the best way to set kids up for success. This article outlines how yoga can help your child prepare for starting school.
Read moreSoccer for Toddlers: A Guide to Starting Early
Soccer classes for toddlers are different from adult or older children's classes. They focus on building a strong foundation and a love for the game.
Read moreMusic teachers for kids
Help your kids reach their full music potential! Do you want ensure your kid's progress when it comes to playing music? Enrol them under music teachers! Music teachers provide your children with the necessary instructions to help your child be the best performer he can be. Help your kids be the next guitar hero!
Read moreWhat to Expect in Your Child's First Gymnastics Class
While the first class might focus on introducing basic skills, it's important to note that gymnastics is a progressive sport. As your child continues attending classes, they'll gradually build upon their skills and advance to more complex moves.
Read moreCraft activities for kids in Tasmania
Are you looking for an activity for your kids to get into? Let your children try craft in Tasmania. There are fairs that cater to specific crafts or craft in general, in Tasmania, Australia. Let your kids exercise their skills at hand-made projects through craft in Tasmania!
Read moreCar model making for kids
All kids have probably played with a toy car or truck at some stage. Why not take it to the next level and encourage them to build their own? Let your kids take pride in something they've made from scratch with car model making!
Read moreTips to encourage your child to practice playing a musical instrument
It never ceases to amaze me how much difficulty some parents find in encouraging their child to practice playing a musical instrument. Very few younger aged students will practice of their own volition. Not many five year old kids will say to their parents “Now please excuse me, I am about to head into my room to practice the piano for the next hour or two”. However, we have found that the more actively parents are involved, the more the child will feel there is a reason to practice.
Read moreSchool holiday soccer camps
Play The Beautiful Game during the Holidays! Soccer (or European Football) is the world's most popular sport. Many sports clubs in Australia offer school holiday soccer camps for kids for a small fee where they can learn basic skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. Let your kids learn to score like Cristiano Ronaldo!
Read moreChoosing the Right Karate Dojo for Your Child
Many dojos offer trial classes to allow potential students to experience the training firsthand. Take advantage of these opportunities to see how your child responds to the environment and teaching style. Trial classes can help you make an informed decision about whether the Karate dojo is the right fit for your child.
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