How kids yoga aids school readiness
This is the time of year when excited preschoolers and their families go to their ‘Big School’ orientations. Much of the year has been spent learning letters, numbers and alike. All this knowledge is a great foundation; however research shows us that focusing on socio-emotional skills is the best way to set kids up for success. This article outlines how yoga can help your child prepare for starting school.
Read moreKarate 101: Introduction to Martial Arts for Kids
Martial arts, including karate, are renowned for instilling confidence and self-esteem in children. Through consistent training and overcoming challenges, your child will gain a sense of achievement, boosting their self-confidence.
Read moreRising Up the Ranks: Karate Belts
Encourage your child to embrace each belt, learn from it, and aim for the next one with determination and enthusiasm. Your support and involvement in their Karate journey will be invaluable, fostering a love for martial arts and instilling life skills that will benefit them for years to come.
Read morePopular Team Sports for Kids
Cricket holds a special place in Australia's heart. It's more than a sport; it's a cultural tradition that brings families and communities together.
Read moreWhy Gymnastics is a Great Foundation for All Sports: Insights from Coaches
Gymnastics introduces children to a wide range of movements at a young age, contributing significantly to their physical literacy. This early exposure helps kids develop a love for movement and exercise, setting them up for a healthy, active lifestyle. As one coach puts it, "Gymnastics teaches kids to understand and love their bodies and what they're capable of. This is something they carry with them into any sport they choose to pursue."
Read moreFutsal - the best skills developer
A study has compared Futsal to Football and concluded that Futsal can help kids develop technical skills and transform them into quick decision makers. The study concluded that Futsal players execute passes with a higher intensity as they make 23% more passes per minute that are 18% more accurately than football players. Find out more here.
Read moreHow to decide which martial arts school to join?
Martial arts schools are everywhere these days and choosing the right one can be daunting and confusing.
Read moreAquariums for Kids
If your kids need a bit of soothing without running the risk of boredom setting in, why not take them to the local aquarium? An aquarium is a transparent container filled with water which contains fish or other marine life for people to observe. Most public aquariums have a number of different tanks which house a wide range of species of fish and aquatic plants.
Read moreWhat Age Should You Start Netball?
Discover the perfect age to start netball in Australia, how to choose classes and clubs, and the role of coaches in nurturing your child's love for this dynamic sport.
Read moreHow to help your kid find their balance in life
There are many ways in which we try to balance our busy lives, and keeping a balance between our physical, mental and spiritual selves is an important start to maintaining overall balance in life. This quick tip will help your kid to find more balance in their life.
Read moreViola for kids
Fine tune your kids love of music! Enrol them to viola lessons for kids, and watch their love of music grow as they learn to play classical and contemporary music.
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.
Read moreBeading - is it just fun or a learning opportunity?
While engaging in this fun activity children are also learning or further developing a number of important skills including design, hand eye co-ordination, patterning and more. This article explains each of the skills your child could learn through beading in more detail.
Read moreBoys Brigade For Kids
Boys Brigade History - The Boys Brigade is a Christian youth organisation founded in 1883 by Sir William Alexander Smith. It was founded on two pillars of Religion and Discipline and is set up to develop Christian manliness by using semi-military discipline, gymnastics, summer camps, and religious services. The first Boys Brigade in Australia was formed in Melbourne in 1890.
Read moreEarly Learning For Kids
Know the importance of early learning to your kids!<br><br>Early learning begins even before a child is born. Science has proven kids hear and recognize their mother's voice while they are still inside her womb. Kids are active learners and are naturally curious – they tend to learn better on their own and don't need to be taught in order to learn. Everything that they encounter is a kids learning experience, even those outside of school.
Read moreWhy your child should join the debating team
Your child may have the opportunity to join the debating team at their school at the start of the year. It’s important to be on top of the benefits of debating, to ensure your child makes an informed decision about joining the debating team.
Read moreNational Parks for kids in the Brisbane Region
Whether you’re in for a relaxing or an adventurous weekend, the national parks in the Brisbane region are perfect places for family bonding!<br /><br />Kids, being naturally active and energetic, always need to learn and experience something new, something exciting and will get them up and about. If you decide to take them to Brisbane in the weekends or spend the school holidays in Queensland, why not have some leisure time at the national parks?
Read moreIncorporating Rock Climbing into Family Outings
Learn how to make rock climbing a fun and bonding experience for your family, with tips on safety, gear, and choosing the right locations for every skill level.
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 moreSailing for Kids
Take your kids sailing for an open water adventure!<br>Get your kids outdoors and on to the water for an unforgettable and fun experience!
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