How to pick the correct martial arts school for your children
I was once told by a School Teacher that “Leisure should be pleasurable” and I always remembered that when I designed and taught my classes. I have been teaching karate to children and running my karate school for over 30 years and I know that most parents have absolutely no idea about martial arts. In this article I tell you how to find the best school and instructor for your kids.
Read moreSelf defence for kids - recognising danger
Teaching our children (and ourselves) to recognise what is “normal” in our homes, schools, and local community can make it a lot easier to spot incongruities that may signal a potential danger or dangerous situation. This article outlines some potential danger signs that your child could be more aware of.
Read moreAnimal 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.
Read moreHow Early Can Children Start Soccer? A Kick-Off Guide for Aussie Parents
As you're gearing up for your child's soccer adventure, it's helpful to know what to expect during those first few sessions:
Read moreWindsurfing For Kids In Perth
Glide across the waves powered by nothing but the wind!<br><br> Windsurfing is a water sport where surfers ride on a board with a sail. While very common throughout Australia, windsurfing in Perth is particularly popular, perhaps due to a fantastic selection of beaches, the fabulous Swan River and an excellent number of great windsurfing spots!
Read moreGymnastics for Kids
Get your children to start Gymnastics and choose the routine they like! Between trampoline, floor beam, bar, vault, there are plenty of choices for your kids to have fun.
Read moreCommunity For Kids
Let your kids develop social awareness in their own way. Involve them in community activities!<br><br>A community is a group of people living closely together and sharing a common interest. It is also the society as a whole.<br><br>Kids, as young as possible, should have social awareness and be able to contribute to the community.
Read moreTheme Play Park for Kids
You don't have to talk your kids into a visit to a theme park! <br><br>They are very popular kids' activities attractions in Australia, with some of the oldest ones dating back to the early 1900s.
Read moreChildren and Sport: Nurturing Little Champions
From enhancing flexibility to building strength, these classes are a fantastic way to get your child moving. Plus, they learn balance and coordination, crucial skills at this tender age.
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 moreThe Perfect Age for Kids to Begin Taekwondo
Discover the best age for kids to start Taekwondo, focusing on physical, cognitive readiness, and the benefits of martial arts for young Australians.
Read moreKung Fu for Kids
Teach your kids self respect and confidence by taking them to Kung Fu!<br><br> Kung Fu can develop kids’ self confidence and teamwork and may help prevent bullying at school. <br>Your kid could be the next Bruce Lee!
Read moreAdventure Clubs for Kids
Join an adventure club and discover the great outdoors!<br><br>Give your kids a chance to experience the great diversity of the Australian outdoors!
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 moreLibraries for Kids
Help your kids awaken to a whole new world of wonder through reading!<br><br>Give your kids a chance to explore wholecompletely new worlds through reading!
Read moreCooking classes for kids in Melbourne
Give your children a better start in life. Enrol them to cooking classes in Melbourne! While children can be quite picky with what they eat, they can develop quite an appetite for good homemade food. One of the easiest ways to help children eat better along with developing skills valuable in life is getting started with cooking classes. Children can now learn first hand through kids activities that aim make mouth-watering dishes even at an early age. Start enrolling your children to cooking classes in Melbourne!
Read moreHow to raise brave kids - that understand FEAR
When confronted by someone or an unusual event we are often surprised by our body's reaction, often interpreted as 'Fear'. At a physiological level our body is dumped with adrenalin which makes our muscles ready to fight or flee from any perceived attack or stressful situation, that is our 'fight' or 'flight' instinct. These two primordial responses are most obvious in children who will run away or lash out when stressed.
Read morePainting For Kids
Creative kids will love messing about with paints and making their own artwork!<br><br>Fun, creative and budget friendly, painting is something kids can enjoy no matter what their age or level of skill!
Read moreWing Chun for kids
Encourage your children to try Wing Chun for kids. They might be the next Bruce Lee! Wing Chun, practised in over 64 countries (including Australia) is the world's most popular form of southern kung fu. Your children can learn this great activity for kids from a young age!
Read moreARE BIG RAMPS GOOD FOR BEGINNERS?
This is possible because the ramp is tall enough - it gives you the room to do this. The 6ft tall ramp has an transition face of 8-9ft to work up on, depending on how steep it is. A 3ft ramp for example, gives you only 4ft of room to practice on - giving you little option rather than going straight down it.
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