4 reasons hip hop dancers should take a ballet class
I was a self proclaimed “anti-ballerina”, leotards and tights made me feel self-conscious and I was often heard telling people “I wasn’t built for ballet.” No, I didn’t (and still don’t) have amazing feet or great turn out and I’m not super flexible. Nor do I possess any of the ideal physical traits of your stereotypical ballerina.<br> But, I have a new mantra now. “Nobody was built for ballet. Ballet was built for us.”<br> This is a first-hand account explaining exactly how ballet can improve your child's hip hop performance.
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Conservation Parks for Kids
Nothing beats spending time together with the family in the splendour of Australia's beautiful wilderness! And best of all, it's easy to take advantage of the 2700 conservation areas available to keen explorers.
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Clarinet for Kids
If your child is keen to learn a musical instrument, try the clarinet!<br><br>A standard fixture in school bands across the country, the clarinet is easy and fun to play and a great way to start your kids on a musical instrument!
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Fishing for kids
Go fishing with your kids and make your next family outing more exciting! Fishing is one of the activities for kids that your toddlers will enjoy with the whole family.
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How to dress your children for exercise in winter
It seems really obvious right – put on a jumper! But knowing how to dress properly in winter is a bit of an art and can make a difference to children when participating in physical activities. This article includes three essential points that will help you to dress your child for physical activity in winter:
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Table Tennis for your Kids
If your kids want to develop their hand eye co-ordination table tennis may be the answer!<br>Great for confined spaces and indoors, it has become a fiercely competitive sport that goes all the way up to Olympic level!
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Beading - is it just fun or a learning opportunity?
While engaging in this fun activity children are also learning or further developing a number of important skills including design, hand eye co-ordination, patterning and more. This article explains each of the skills your child could learn through beading in more detail.
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Sailing for Kids
Take your kids sailing for an open water adventure!<br>Get your kids outdoors and on to the water for an unforgettable and fun experience!
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Building Strength: Gymnastics Exercises for Young Athletes
The bridge pose is a staple in gymnastics, fostering flexibility in the back and strengthening the legs, arms, and wrists. It's an exercise that young gymnasts can enjoy while reaping immense benefits.
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Djembe for Kids
Let your kids explore their sense of rhythm with the Djembe!<br><br>Give your kids the chance to try something a bit different with this unique musical instrument!
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The Top 8 Things to Ask Your Kids' Swimming Coach
Every coach has their own teaching style. Some focus on technique, while others prioritize building water confidence. Make sure the coach's approach aligns with your child's needs and your expectations
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How to Get Your Child To Practice Their Musical Instrument
There is only one thing more magical than watching an expert musician who is lost in their own craft; that is, being that musician. Become one with an instrument produces a sense of flow, enjoyment, confidence and pure bliss. A musician can lose themselves to something greater than them alone. Which is why you are doing your child a massive favour if you know how to make practice both fun and rewarding. Here’s how to best get your child to practice, without the tears.
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The Perfect Age for Kids to Begin Taekwondo
Discover the best age for kids to start Taekwondo, focusing on physical, cognitive readiness, and the benefits of martial arts for young Australians.
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Remote Control Toys For Kids
Remote control toys for kids are great gifts for Christmas and birthdays!<br><br>They are also called radio control cars (or other toy) because radio signals are used to control the cars' movement.
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Swimming Clubs for Kids
Create confident swimmers in your children!<br /><br />Sports for kids are the most ideal activities that will let them enjoy and be healthy at the same time. Why not try swimming?
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How Early Can Children Start Soccer? A Kick-Off Guide for Aussie Parents
As you're gearing up for your child's soccer adventure, it's helpful to know what to expect during those first few sessions:
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Games For Kids
Get to know the different kinds of games suitable for your kids!<br><br>Games involve competition, rules, endeavours of one person or team against another, and scores being kept for recognition or a prize. Common types of games are board games, card games, and video games. Encourage your kids to play educational kids games!
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