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How to choose a self defence school
Not every martial arts school teaches what they say they do. There are many definitions of what is taught - this article looks at what these definitions are, popular misconceptions, how you can get the most out of your training and what to look for when selecting a self-defence school.
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How swimming helps build confidence in children
Sports and physical activity, like swimming, are an excellent way to build confidence in kids; it gives them independence, teaches them about success and failure, and moulds them into confident little swimmers. These seven steps will help your kids build confidence while they learn to swim.
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The Importance of Teamwork in Soccer: Life Lessons on the Field
Soccer can lasting friendships that kick on beyond the pitch. The memories of playing together, working through challenges, and celebrating victories become the glue that sticks friends together
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Equestrian for kids
Do your children love animals? Maybe they should take up equestrian for kids! This sport is one of the most popular recreational activities for kids in Australia. Equestrian is also a fun outdoor family activity!
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Soccer for Kids
A great team and tactic sports! Soccer, or European Football, is a great way for your kids to get fun with friends or family in a park, or can be played professionally in a club. Competition or just fun, whatever the case, your kids will love it.
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Fun 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.
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Combat sports for kids
Are your children fascinated by martial arts films? Have you caught them doing a karate chop in the backyard? If so, a combat sport could be the perfect kids activity for them! They build strenght and self esteem with less risk of injury than team sports.
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5 benefits children may gain from learning Taekwon-Do
Taekwon-Do is primarily the Korean art of self defence. It is also a lot more than just learning kicks, punches, blocks and dodges. It can help to improve a person's physical strength, mental concentration and self confidence just to name a few. This article outlines five key benefits children can access by practising Taekwon-Do.
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Wing 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!
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Preschool Sports For Kids
Encourage your kids to participate in physical activities like preschool sports!<br><br>Kids are naturally active and energetic especially during their preschool years (2-6 years old). As a parent, you may want to make sure that your kid?s energy is dedicated to activities that will benefit them. According to National Association for Sport and Physical Education, preschoolers should have at least an hour each dedicated to structured and unstructured physical activities for kids and no more than an hour dedicated to sedentary activities, sleeping not included. . Enrol them to preschool classes that include preschool sports and preschool games in their lesson plans so that they would have a fun learning environment.
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Tennis for Kids
Get your kid to start Tennis and compare to Roger Federer! Your kids may start learning quite young, and will quickly have fun playing it. Double or singles, in family or with friends, your children will love sharing that sportive moment.
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Understanding Netball Club Tournaments and Events for Parents
Explore the world of netball club tournaments in Australia, learn their structures, and discover how you, as a parent, can best support and encourage your child through these competitive and fun events.
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little Athletics in Brisbane
Encourage physical activity and fitness among kids through little athletics! Need to get your children involved with worthwhile activities for kids? Let them be one of the 95,000 kids who are into little athletics!
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Taekwondo for Kids
For a martial art that can build kids? confidence and self esteem why not try taekwondo?<br>It has evolved into a form of self defence and even an Olympic level game!
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How 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.
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Angling clubs in Western Australia
Enjoy the coasts by joining angling clubs in WA! When it comes to leisure activities, angling is one of the popular activities for kids, as well as for adults in WA. Curious about this activity? Why not let your toddlers join an angling club?
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SKATE PARK SAFETY 101
You need to stay on your bike / scooter / skateboard or other wheeled device at all times. Don’t leave your equipment around the park, the ramps are NOT slippery slides, and the park is not a running track. Running around the park will only get in the way of other users.
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