Self defence: A lesson in safer living
Self Defence is much less about one's ability to fight and more about knowledge of one's self and environment. We are born with a natural instinct for survival and self preservation but in our modern 'civilised' society much of this instinct has been conditioned out of us, particularly in women. This article
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Picnics for Kids
Picnics make a picture-perfect family memory!<br><br>Picnics are a great way to pass a lazy weekend afternoon in Australia – a game of Frisbee, shady spots by a river or in a park and plenty of food that can be as easy or fancy as you like!
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Boys Brigade For Kids
Boys Brigade History - The Boys Brigade is a Christian youth organisation founded in 1883 by Sir William Alexander Smith. It was founded on two pillars of Religion and Discipline and is set up to develop Christian manliness by using semi-military discipline, gymnastics, summer camps, and religious services. The first Boys Brigade in Australia was formed in Melbourne in 1890.
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Fun Drills and Games to Practice Basketball Skills at Home
A classic basketball game, Knockout, is perfect for improving shooting accuracy and teaching kids about healthy competition. Line up several kids, and each takes turns shooting free throws. If someone makes a basket before you, you're "knocked out." The last person standing wins!
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Cubs For Kids
Make a great leader out of your kids!<br><br>Scouts Australia is a youth organisation for kids and young adults aged 6 to 26. It is part of the worldwide Scouting movement. Scouting was founded in Australia in 1908 by Lord Baden-Powell. Before it used to be just for boys, but starting 1971, they have also been accepting girls.<br><br>Cub Scouts, or Cubs, is part of Scouts Australia. It includes boys and girls cubs aged 7 ® to 11. A group of cubs is called a pack, made up of 20 cub scouts or less. The uniforms of the cubs in Australia are navy blue short sleeved shirts with yellow collar, sleeves, and shoulders.
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Finding the Right Time: When to Start Your Child in Karate Classes & Lessons
Karate can be an excellent way to channel their energy, teach them self-control, and boost their self-esteem. Plus, the social aspect of Karate schools helps them make friends while learning.
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Beach Volleyball for your Kids
Make a trip to the beach even more fun with a game of volleyball! <br>Popular during the summer, it?s a great form of exercise and loads of fun!
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Art Classes for Kids
Art classes teach kids to concentrate on the task at hand, paying attention to details and dedicating time to complete their projects. This ability to focus is valuable not only in art but also in their academic pursuits and future careers.
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Cooking For Kids
Develop your kid?s artistic prowess through cooking!<br><br>Kids love playing pretend. They like imitating adults around them: wearing their parents? shoes and accessories, pretending to talk to someone on the phone, and playing tea party with their dolls and toy cooking utensils. How about you let them experience cooking in your real kitchen?
Read morePlanning Your Child's Birthday Party Entertainment & Themes
Send the little superheroes home with some cool party favors to remember the day. Think stickers, coloring books, or small action figures of their favorite characters. It's a thoughtful gesture that will leave a lasting impression.
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Ball Sports For Kids
Are your kids sporty? Introduce them to ball sports!<br><br>Sports are important to keep your kids active and physically fit. That?s why schools have physical education classes where kids are required to participate in different sports. The most popular sports among them are ball sports.
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Gymkhana Clubs for kids
Let Your Kids Learn The Ropes of Gymkhana! Gymkhana is a sport for kids and adults which involves obstacles, races, and relays. It is a fun sport which may be played individually or by teams. It is a stepping stone for kids to get comfortable in riding their ponies, and develop their riding skills for a future in Rodeo!
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Magicians for Kids
For truly enchanting kid's parties, consider bringing in the magicians!
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Animal Zoos for Kids
For fun, adventure and a chance to learn on the natural world, why not take your kids to an animal zoo? An animal zoo is a collection of animals from all over the world, often including rare or endangered species, gathered in one place for people to observe. Zoos have been around since biblical times and the first zoological garden to open in Australia was in Melbourne in 1862.
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Piano for your Kids
Get your kids to start this amazing art. They will learn one of the greatest instrument, and will at one stage be able to choose between the many variations it offers: jazz, classical, digital...
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Picking the perfect dance school using your 5 senses
Remember that moment when your son or daughter looked up at you with big puppy dog eyes and said "I want to start dancing"? It has been at the forefront of their imagination and nag-ation (that's not really a word but it means constant nagging) and now you're convinced that it's what they really want to do. This article addresses how your five senses can assist in choosing the best dance school for them.
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At what age should my child start learning a musical instrument
As a Kindermusik Educator, this has to be one of the most common question I get asked from parents, especially when their child reaches pre-school and Kindy age. While there are always exceptions, in general, my suggestion to parents is to wait until their child is at least 5 or 6 years old. There are many compelling reasons for this - I've outlined some below - milestones by which most 5 or 6-year olds have or are beginning to achieve.
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