A Parent's Guide to Choosing the Perfect Karate Dojo for Your Child in New Zealand
Communication is the secret sauce. How does the dojo keep you posted about your child's feats? Are they all about teamwork? A dojo that ropes in parents and keeps them in the loop is a dojo that's got its heart in the right place.
Read moreDiscover the Benefits of Enrolling Your Child in a Gymnastics Camp for the School Holidays
Gymnastics Camps create an environment where your child can interact with other kids of different ages and abilities. They'll learn valuable social skills, including effective communication, teamwork, and friendly competition, which will benefit them in their future endeavors.
Read moreCalisthenics For Kids
If your kids love gymnastics and dancing, try calisthenics!<br><br>A great kids activity designed to improve kids fitness and agility!
Read moreYouth Centres for Kids
Looking for somewhere your kids can spend time and learn new skills?
Read moreA Kickstart: Karate for Kids and Family Fitness
Karate often involves friendly sparring or competition. Engaging in Karate with your child can spark healthy competition. You can challenge each other, strive for improvement, and celebrate victories together.
Read moreBadminton for Kids
Badminton - a growing sport that can be played in the backyard or competitively on the court!<br>Great for fitness and fun and one of the activities for kids that can be enjoyed in the backyard during school holidays and weekends!
Read moreAquatic 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 New Zealand 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.
Read moreHow to avoid kids' birthday party pressure
With the rising popularity of Pinterest, today’s parents are under more pressure to create the ‘perfect’ party for their child’s birthday than previous generations of mums and dads. Sure, our parents had books of party ideas and our Grandmothers the Ladies Home Journal, but advice on how to throw a memorable child’s party has truly reached new heights with the advent of Pinterest, Google image search and niche parenting blogs.
Read moreBasketball for Kids
Whether its competitive or just for fun, basketball is a great sport to enjoy with friends and family.
Read moreSoccer's Heritage: Shaping New Zealand's Soccer Clubs and Nurturing Young Talents
The history of soccer is a tale of passion, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. This beautiful game has left an indelible mark on New Zealand's children and soccer clubs. It has provided countless kids with a platform to develop not only their soccer skills but also the values and character traits that will serve them well throughout their lives.
Read moreTitle: When to Begin Your Child's Karate Journey in New Zealand
Younger children may have shorter attention spans, so opt for age-appropriate and engaging classes. Older kids and teens can typically handle longer training sessions.
Read more5 Essential Martial Arts Tips for Beginners: Nurturing Your Child's Potential through Karate & Self Defence Lessons in New Zealand
Martial arts represent a journey that demands perseverance and patience. Remind your child that progress requires time and dedication. Encourage them to set achievable goals, whether it's mastering a new technique or advancing to the next belt level.
Read morePlanning Your Kid's Epic Superhero-Themed Birthday Party
Start by picking a superhero theme that resonates with your child's Kiwi spirit. While the classics like Spider-Man and Wonder Woman are still popular, consider introducing some homegrown heroes like Captain New Zealand or Maori Warriors into the mix. This unique twist adds a local touch to the celebration.
Read more9 STRATEGIES TO BE PREPARED FOR BULLIES
Bullies like isolation. They look to isolate the weak from the pack so if your child stays with their friends and knows the best places to go in groups they lower the chances of being bullied. What if they don’t have a group of friends to hang out with? Work with them to develop friendships. Even one friend can go a long way to preventing bullying.
Read moreBagpipe for kids
Let your kids connect with other cultures by playing bagpipes! Bagpipes are musical instruments that use enclosed reeds fed from a constant reservoir of air in the form of a bag. They are traditionally used to provide music for dances and funerals. Get your outdoorsy kids to play this loud instrument!
Read moreScience Centre Activities for Kids
Bring out the Einstein in your kids by making science fun!
Read moreIntroduction to Soccer Classes for Pre-schoolers
Sessions are far from the intense, competitive adult soccer matches, focusing instead on creating a positive and enjoyable experience for your child.
Read moreSports Spectacular: Planning Sports-Themed Kids' Birthday Parties
No birthday party is truly complete without an amazing cake! Collaborate with a local baker to create a sports-themed cake that will awe your child and guests alike. As for party favors, consider giving out small sports equipment like mini rugby balls or golf tees, along with personalized thank-you notes.
Read morePirate Parties and Activities for Kids
Looking for a fun way to celebrate? A pirate party could be for you!
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