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.
Read moreCadets For Kids
Is your kid a budding leader? Then he might be interested in becoming a youth cadet!<br><br>A cadet is a trainee to become a volunteer military officer. Cadet trainees learn about military life, physical and mental skills, drills and ceremonies, and proper military etiquette. Cadet training does not require trainees to pursue a military career; but it provides them with skills to become efficient leaders and better citizens.
Read moreHow to reduce sports anxiety felt by kids
Teaching your kid how to manage sports anxiety is an important job; it can prevent them from avoiding sports and physical activity - not just now, but longer term. We want to encourage our kids to be as active and healthy as possible. This article includes top strategies for helping your kid to overcome sports anxiety.
Read moreWill learning Rhee Tae Kwon Do make my child a bully?
These foundations which are part of our pledge and teaching philosophy, ensure that all our students will develop a strong moral compass and will only put the Art of Self-Defence to use when absolutely necessary.
Read moreSinging schools for kids
Bring your children’s singing talent to the next level! Singing schools develop children's vocal abilities and let them have fun performing onstage. Find a singing school for your child now!
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 moreTrapeze For Kids
Join the circus and learn the flying trapeze!<br><br>Originally a circus performance act, the flying trapeze has become a new sport and fitness craze across Australia!
Read moreHealth & Fitness Activities For Kids
Help your kids get in shape and enjoy a healthy lifestyle with health and fitness activities!<br><br> Health & fitness activities have become more popular in Australia in recent years. With a high rate of obesity across the country, and the efforts of government and community organisations to raise awareness of the issue, more and more parents are placing a greater emphasis on exercise and health. Health & fitness activities can help make you and your kids live longer and enjoy life more!
Read moreThe Benefits of Playing Soccer
It’s our role as parents to educate and equip our children with the tools to live a happy, healthy and successful life, to benefit not only their mind but also their body.
Read moreRugby Union for Kids
The sport of kings! Your kids will love this team and contact sport, one of the most famous in australia. Developing strategic skills, physical strength, and team spirit are few of the many benefits rugby union will provide to your kids!
Read moreDance & karaoke for kids
Let the inner star of your child shine out through dance and karaoke! Dance & karaoke are the top choice for throwing a celebration because energetic kids in Australia love to play fun-filled activities especially when dancing and singing are involved. With the latest hits who would not want to sing and dance to the music?
Read moreBalance Beam Basics: Tips and Techniques for Young Gymnasts
Explore key tips and techniques for young gymnasts on the balance beam. Covering everything from choosing classes to mental preparation, tailored for parents and carers!
Read moreEntertainment Options for Kids Parties: Magicians, Clowns, and More!
Whether it's a traditional fairy tale or an original adventure, puppet shows have the power to teach valuable lessons while keeping children entertained. Interactive puppet performances can even encourage audience participation, making the experience even more immersive and enjoyable.
Read moreBassoon for kids
Get your kids to groove with the low buzzing tune of the bassoon! The bassoon is one of the woodwind instruments belonging to the double reed family. In Australia, the longest running classical music label, Move, offers bassoon music, like songs from the Melbourne Bassoon Quartet. For kids who'd love to play the bass voice, the bassoon is the perfect instrument!
Read moreTeam Sports For Kids
Who doesn't enjoying playing with friends? Introduce your kids to team sports!<br><br>A sport is a way to keep kids and adults active, fit, and healthy. Nowadays, people lack exercise because they sometimes think that staying inside and playing video games or watching TV is more fun. Studies show that only 1 out of 4 kids participate in physical activities like sports. Sports make exercise an enjoyable and social event. There are two types of sports: individual sports and team sports. Team sports are the most ideal sports for kids because they involve players working together as a team (with 2 or more members) to reach their objective, which is to win. As the saying goes, the more the merrier.
Read moreGymnastics for Toddlers: Safe and Fun School Holiday Activities
When it comes to toddler sports, safety is paramount. Gymnastics programs for children are designed with safety as a top priority. Certified coaches and instructors ensure that the equipment and activities are age-appropriate and that the environment is safe for young children.
Read morePlay Parks for your Kids
Try to get your kids to a play park each month, and let them be socially active! Fun, friends, running, playing... Play parks are the best place for your kids to freely express themselves.
Read moreBaseball for Kids
If your kids are team sports players who are looking for something new, they might like to try baseball. Baseball can be a fabulous activity for kids with energy to burn. It's a relatively simple game, played with a bat and a ball between two opposing teams. Teams take turns to hit the ball and try to run around a diamond shaped course before the ball is caught and returned by the opposing team. The team with the most 'runs' at the end wins the game.
Read moreFancy Dress For Kids
Does your daughter like dressing up? Let them stand out by making them wear a fancy dress to a party!<br><br>Every kid’s birthday party is more fun if they get to wear costumes like fairies or their favourite cartoon characters. It is because kids have a very active imagination and they always like to play role playing games and other similar kids activities. There are many costume ideas to choose from so your kid’s costume and party theme are different every year. Dress your kids with fancy dress at their next party!
Read more5 Important reasons to enrol your child in Martial Arts
When a parent is considering enrolling their child or children into a martial arts school, they have to consider both their motivation and the motivations of their child. In order for a child to learn to love and stick with martial arts training over a long period of time, they have to share common goals with their parents, and most of all, the parents and child all have to enjoy it. If a parent's goals are not being met, then they may feel they are not getting their money's worth.
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