The benefits of singing
Singing as part of a community choir for kids helps your child in so many ways. In fact, there are many benefits to singing that can be social, physical, emotional and mental. This article will educate you on all the benefits that your kid may get from singing.
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 moreTrombone for Kids
Enjoy the distinctive sound of this popular brass instrument!<br><br>The trombone’s rich, mellow tone makes it popular in jazz and classical music alike!
Read moreBMX racing for kids
Let your kids pedal through rough terrains and cross the finish line. BMX racing for kids is a great opportunity to develop kids' cycling skills and to flaunt the world-famous Aussie BMX pride!
Read moreOutdoor & Adventure Activities For Kids
Experience the great outdoors with outdoor & adventure activities!<br><br> Outdoor & adventure activities are a great way for kids to get fit, learn about nature and have fun at the same time. With so many to choose from, your kids will never get bored!
Read moreLife Lessons and Character Growth: Karate's Impact on Children
Karate provides a structured system of belts, giving children tangible goals to strive for. Each new belt represents progress and achievement, teaching kids the value of setting goals and working diligently to attain them. This goal-setting mentality translates into their academics and other extracurricular activities.
Read moreGolf for Kids
Believe it or not, it's a game that can be played by all ages! Golf is a sport suited both to boys and girls and lessons can start from any age. If your kids can pick up a club, they can learn to take a swing!
Read moreThe History of Soccer and Its Influence on Today's Soccer Clubs
Soccer clubs have also embraced technology and data analysis to improve player development. This has led to a more scientific approach to training, ensuring that young talents receive the best possible coaching and support to reach their full potential.
Read moreDrums for Kids
Is your child a budding rock star? Perhaps they can drum up some fame and fortune!<br><br>For kids, drumming can be a satisfying and fun way to develop their musical skills and release some tension!
Read moreLittle Athletics For Kids
Introduce your kids to sports by encouraging them to join Little Athletics!<br><br>Little Athletics is one of the activities for kids that originated in Australia. It introduces kids aged 5 to 15 to sports through fun athletics events that cater to all kids who are too young for senior athletics. The motto of Little Athletics is « Family, Fun, and Fitness ». There is a Little Athletics club for every localised region where a weekly competition takes place. The athletes and teams then progress to state competition for championships as determined by the state association. The first Little Athletics event was held in October 1964 at Landy Field. Yearly, over 95,000 kids participate in Little Athletics.
Read moreSailing for kids in Hobart
Traverse the waters of Hobart! If you are spending the holidays in Tasmania with your children, then we recommend river sailing for kids in Hobart!
Read more5 reasons your kids should take dance classes
For most students, what is learned in dance class goes beyond the dance studio and penetrates every area of their lives. This expert contribution includes the top five benefits of taking a dance class.
Read moreRollerblading for kids
Make rollerblading a regular family activity! Rollerblading, also called inline skating, has the same speed and fluidity of ice skating. The sport is considered today as one of the most fun activities for kids around the world, including Australia. Why don’t you and your children give rollerblading a try?
Read moreAikido schools
Let your kids enjoy martial arts for self-defence and for physical fitness! Aikido is one of the popular forms of martial art that kids can learn.
Read moreLittle Athletics in Melbourne
Join little athletics events in Australia's second most populous city! Melbourne is a great city to practice little athletics because many little athletics clubs and centres for kids are based in the city. It is also where the Lakeside Stadium is located, a world-class little athletics venue. Let's go to the track and run today!
Read moreAcrobats for kids
Let your kids dance their way to the top! Do your kids enjoy seeing acrobat performers swinging and dancing in mid-air? Are they fascinated by the sight of ballet dancers that perform astonishing dance moves and routines? If your answer is YES, acrobats for kids will most likely be best for them, as an extra-curricular activity or as a talent that they can pursue professionally.
Read moreWhy messy play and mark making is important in early development.
‘Early childhood educators cannot overstate the importance of sensory play in the educational process. It is the foundation of all the skills children will use in school learning to read, write and solve math and science problems. Once a child has these experiences, they are able to draw upon the body memory and cognitive memory of their experiences when faced with new situations.’ (Butcher and Pletcher 2016)
Read morePirate Parties and Activities for Kids
Looking for a fun way to celebrate? Pirate parties could be for you!
Read moreWhere to Use Your Active Kids Vouchers in 2024
The Active Kids Vouchers ensures that children have continuous opportunities throughout the year to explore a variety of activities, from sports to creative arts, previously supported by the Active Kids program.
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