Kids Activities in Hobart
Discover the coolest things to do with kids in Hobart!<br /><br />Compared to mainland Australian cities, Hobart is relatively small. Despite this, Hobart and the whole state of Tassie has a lot to offer to those who are looking for holiday activities.
Read moreWhat age do Public speaking classes for kids start ?
Discover the ideal age for kids to start public speaking classes. The benefits of early drama and educational activities for building lifelong communication skills.
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!
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Whether it’s learning lines for a production or sitting an exam, many actors can apply similar strategies to minimise their stress levels and face a challenge head on. This article includes some proven tips to help you overcome stress:
Read moreUkulele for kids
Introduce your kids to the charm of playing music with the ukulele! The ukulele is a great instrument to begin your childrens musical journey, given their small and lightweight bodies. Get your kids to start playing this tiny and quirky instrument!
Read moreAccordion teachers
Get your kids to play folk tunes on the accordion! The modern version of the accordion is played by compressing or expanding the instruments bellows while pressing buttons or keys, causing valves (pallets) to open, allowing air to flow across strips of brass or steel. For fun and quirky kids, the accordion is the perfect instrument!
Read moreViolins for Kids
Do your kids have an interest in music? They might enjoy learning the violin. A violin, sometimes referred to as a fiddle, is a wooden instrument which is played by moving a bow across four strings. The violin is believed to originate in Europe in the 19th century and has since become popular worldwide. It is the smallest of the string instruments and has a higher pitched sound than other instruments in its family, including the cello and the viola.
Read moreJazz dancing for kids
Put those little jazz shoes on! Do your children show eagerness to become a good dancer? Then why not let them try jazz dancing?
Read more4 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.
Read moreAt 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.
Read moreHow 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.
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 moreThree Reasons to attend a Drama camp
Every holidays, a myriad of workshops and camps pop up, providing students with opportunities to extend their skills and talent outside of the school setting. Drama camps are a great place for students to explore their creativity and build their self-confidence in a relaxed, friendly and fun environment.
Read morePre School Music For Kids
Encourage your kids to foster an appreciation for music. Get them to participate in preschool music classes!<br><br>Music education is essential in a kid’s early learning. They learn to speak and understand their native language through songs and nursery rhymes. Not everyone will grow up to be great singers, composers, or musicians, but every kid should be taught how to sing and to appreciate music in general.
Read moreChoosing the Right Drama School for Your Child
Discover how to choose the perfect drama school in Australia, focusing on class size, teaching styles, teacher qualifications, and more, ensuring your child's success and enjoyment in drama.
Read moreThe Benefits of Drama Classes for Kids: Building Confidence and Communication Skills
"Unlock your child's potential with drama classes that build confidence and communication skills. "
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 moreCello for Kids
Are your kids looking for a musical experience that will really challenge them?<br><br>A member of the violin family, the cello’s distinctive sound makes it a very rewarding instrument to play!
Read moreContemporary Dance for Kids
Let your child express themselves through contemporary dance, a great way for them to dance in a less academic and funnier way. Your kids will learn how to get creative will performing this original dance type.
Read morePerforming Arts Workshop For Kids
Do your kids love to be under the spotlight? Then enhance their talents by sending them to a performing arts workshop!<br><br>Enrolling your kids in a performing arts workshop will teach them skills that they can apply in many ways. Hone your kids’ talents. They might also develop a passion for the performing arts in the future. Enrol them in a performing arts workshop!
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