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Indoor Cricket For Kids
Get your kids to play indoor cricket!<br><br>Indoor cricket is a fast paced and simpler version of the regular cricket game. It is played by players of all ages and genders on local, national, and international levels. It is one of the four most popular sports in Australia along with rugby, AFL and horse racing. There are more than 100 indoor cricket centres in Australia with 200,000 participants. Australia also dominates the Indoor Cricket World Cup and has not lost ever since it started in 1995.
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Painting 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!
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Jazz 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?
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It can be challenging to plan a party for pre-teens because they're too old for soft-play centres, but still a little bit too young for teenage-style parties. This article offers tips on how to plan your pre-teen party to ensure your kids have a great time!
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Paddle Sports For Kids
Let your kids paddle around in the water for a relaxing way to keep fit!<br><br> Paddle sports involve paddling a boat or board with a specially designed paddle on a river, lake or ocean. With a number of different types of paddle sports to choose from, your child can pick whatever suits them best!
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National Parks For Kids In The Melbourne Region
Spending the weekend in Victoria? Make it worthwhile by bringing your kids to national parks in Melbourne region!<br><br>Melbourne is known as the Cultural Capital of Australia, since most international cultural events and festivals, such as the Melbourne International Arts Festival and Melbourne International Film Festival, take place here.
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Picking the perfect dance school using your 5 senses
Remember that moment when your son or daughter looked up at you with big puppy dog eyes and said "I want to start dancing"? It has been at the forefront of their imagination and nag-ation (that's not really a word but it means constant nagging) and now you're convinced that it's what they really want to do. This article addresses how your five senses can assist in choosing the best dance school for them.
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Aquatic Centres for Kids
For fun and fitness why not get your kids to your local aquatic centre this summer? Aquatic centres, sometimes known as leisure centres, are common throughout Australia and they provide an opportunity for parents and kids to enjoy a vast array of water based activities for kids from swimming lessons to pool parties. Aquatic centres usually feature a swimming pool as their main attraction and are often a venue for sporting activities such as swimming carnivals and water polo.
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Building Character: How The Boys' Brigade Develops Leadership Skills in Youth
The Boys' Brigade in Australia develops leadership skills in children through responsibility, teamwork, and critical thinking. This youth association's programs help kids build character and confidence, preparing them to be the leaders of tomorrow. Learn how your child can benefit!
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4 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.
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The Health and Mental Health Benefits Singing offers that may surprise you
Working side by side with the health and sports professionals we achieved amazing results and success with the patients and athletes assigned to me for the short period of weeks or sometimes months, improving and resolving issues once holding back a career or there life.
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Magic clubs for kids
It's not fun to do magic on your own! Magic clubs provide ways for magicians to come together and sharpen their craft. Australia was one of the first countries to have a magic club, with the establishment of the Australian Society of Magicians in 1907. Will your child be the next David Blaine?
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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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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.
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How to Make a Kids Party Special: Tips for Parents
Whether you opt for a backyard BBQ, a beachside picnic, or a wild adventure at a theme park, your little tacker is bound to have a blast. So, let's get cracking and make your next kids' party special!
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Knife Hand Blocking in Rhee Tae Kwon Do
It is for this reasons that many Instructors will use Knife Hand blocks with junior belts and beginners, to simply deflect and guide their techniques away.
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What Kind of Paint Do You Use for Kids Face Painting?
Face painting is a popular activity for children's parties and events, but choosing the right paint is crucial. Parents and caregivers need to ensure that the products used are safe, non-toxic, and suitable for sensitive skin. In Australia, many brands offer high-quality water-based face paints that are easy to apply and remove. Always check for hypoallergenic options, especially for kids with sensitive skin. This article will help you navigate the world of kids' face painting, ensuring your child's party is both fun and safe.
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