The Danger of Flotation Aids
The Danger of Flotation Aids If you have a pool at home, or spend a lot of time around water, please do not rely on arm bands, vests or other flotation aids to keep your child safe! The only way a child is safe in water, is if they have the skills to save themselves. Jackson was a little boy who loved to swim in his puddle jumper but drowned when he wasn't supposed to be swimming. His mom now advocates for survival swim lessons and warns parents not to use aids that promote false security.
Read moreOztag for Girls
Oztag is breaking down gender barriers in sports. Girls are encouraged to participate and excel in this sport, showing their capabilities to the fullest.
Read moreResilience and Good Health
Find out how you can make your kids more resilient. Resilience is an important emotional and social skill that will help your child deal with life's hurdles.
Read more5 reasons not to run away to the circus
Hey kids – don’t run away to the circus, just join your local circus school! Gone are the days when learning to juggle or fly through the air on a trapeze meant leaving your family behind to tour with a circus. These days, most major cities and regional centres offer recreational circus classes as a great way to have fun, get fit and learn amazing new skills.
Read moreThe Great Aussie Birthday Bash in Nature
From mobile farms and animals to kids' sports parties, there's something for every child's interest. So, go ahead, embrace the beauty of the great outdoors, and give your little one a birthday party they'll never forget!
Read moreSchool Holiday Programs for Kids
Are you looking for a way to entertain your kids during the summer holidays?
Read moreFun Gymnastics Games and Challenges for Kids: Unleashing the Gymnastics Spirit!
Create an obstacle course using mats, balance beams, hoops, and cones any household items will suit. Challenge the kids to navigate through the course, incorporating various gymnastics moves like rolls, cartwheels, and jumps.
Read moreThe Basics of Gymnastics: A Beginner's Guide for Kids
Celebrate your child's efforts and progress, no matter how small. Positive reinforcement boosts their self-esteem and encourages them to keep striving for improvement.
Read moreAustralian Kids Need Active Parents
Australian kids need active parents according to this study which reveals what encourages children to be more sporty. This article includes some tips for parents and carers who want to encourage their kids to be more sporty.
Read moreStretching and Flexibility Exercises for Junior Gymnasts
Prior to stretching, ensure your child warms up adequately with light cardio exercises like jogging or jumping jacks. Warm muscles are more flexible and less prone to injury.
Read moreRollerskating for Kids
Are you looking for a versatile and fun hobby for your kids? <br>Rollerskating is popular as a form of transportation, a sport and a type of performance art.
Read moreFamily Fun with a Kick: Karate for Kids and Parent Participation
Karate for kids isn't just about learning self-defense; it's about creating lasting memories and forging stronger family bonds.
Read moreBasketball school holiday activities
Shoot some hoops for basketball school holiday activities! Basketball is one of the most-viewed sports in the history of team sports. Some parents have probably noticed that toddlers and children are instinctively hooked into basketball for kids. Basketball is a common denominator when it comes to activities for kids. Rain or shine, basketball is widely played not just in Australia, but all over the world. Basketball school holiday activities are the best pastime for kids’ activities.
Read moreThe Benefits of Soccer for Children: A Comprehensive Guide
Soccer offers a plethora of benefits to children, encompassing physical fitness, social development, and mental well-being. As parents and educators, we should encourage children to participate in this sport, fostering their holistic growth and helping them become well-rounded individuals. Through soccer, children can learn valuable life skills, build strong relationships, and cultivate a lifelong passion for physical activity and teamwork.
Read moreFun Soccer Drills for Kids: Tips from Soccer Clubs
Create a mini obstacle course in your backyard or at the park. Include cones, hurdles, and even some agility ladders if you have them. Have your child navigate through the course while dribbling the ball. It's a fantastic way to improve their dribbling skills while having loads of fun.
Read moreAikido coaches & instructors
Aikido will help instill discipline in your kids! Getting toddlers started at a young age will ensure that they grow up confident, with the added benefit of learning self-defense.
Read moreBagpipe for kids
Let your kids connect with other cultures by playing bagpipes! Bagpipes are musical instruments that use enclosed reeds fed from a constant reservoir of air in the form of a bag. They are traditionally used to provide music for dances and funerals. Get your outdoorsy kids to play this loud instrument!
Read morePerforming Art School for Kids
Release your child’s inner superstar!<br><br>What a great way for your child to express their creativity and make new friends!
Read moreGirls Brigade For Kids
Young ones can make influential contributions to the community and the world!<br><br>The Girls Brigade is an international Christian youth organisation that started in Dublin, Ireland in 1893. It was founded on two pillars: the Bible class and physical training. Now The Girls Brigade operates in more than 60 countries, including Australia. The first International Conference was held in Australia in 1998, and is held every four years.
Read moreWhich martial arts should my child do?
Parents these days are overwhelmed with a choice of activities their children can take part in. With more choice than ever and bombardment on our time which is best? Firstly any activity is better than no activity. Young bodies and minds need stimulation and lots of activity to develop mentally and physically.
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