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The Importance of Creative Arts for Children and Teens

Teaching children about art is a good idea. It's been proven that early exposure to visual art, music, or drama promotes activity in the brain. Creating art is a fine way for children to make choices and solve problems. Every step involves making a decision: what colour to use, how to make a line, what size something should be. With every choice the object becomes more and more their own.

Modern Dance for Kids

Do your kids like to dance? If they enjoy movement but find traditional ballet too restrictive, they might enjoy modern dance instead. Sometimes known as contemporary dance, it originated in the early 20th century and has increased in popularity ever since. Modern dance has been performed on stages in New Zealand since 1977 and encompasses a wide range of styles and techniques.

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Equestrian for kids

Do your kids love horses? Let them try activities for young equestrians and equestriennes! Equestrianism is one of the most popular recreational activities for kids in New Zealand. It is also a fun outdoor family activity!

Piano will teach your child discipline and precision

Piano for your Kids

Get your kids to start this amazing art form. They will learn one of the greatest instruments, and will at one stage be able to choose between the many variations it offers: jazz, classical, digital...

A roller coaster will delight your little daredevil!

Theme Parks for Kids

Theme parks are a great weekend activity for the whole family to enjoy. With adventure, movie, and water themes, you're sure to find a park that everyone will love!

Jujitsu For Kids

Try jujitsu for a martial art that develops mind, body and spirit! A great way for kids to keep fit and learn valuable personal skills at the same time!

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Bassoon for kids

Get your kids to groove with the low buzzing tune of the bassoon! The bassoon is one of the woodwind instruments belonging to the double reed family. In New Zealand, the New Zealand Double Reed Society offers a platform for amateur and/or professional bassoon players to learn more and share their talents. For kids who’d love to play the bass voice, the bassoon is the perfect instrument!

How to Encourage Your Child To Practice Their Musical Instrument

There is only one thing more magical than watching an expert musician who is lost in their own craft; that is, being that musician. Become one with an instrument produces a sense of flow, enjoyment, confidence and pure bliss. A musician can lose themselves to something greater than them alone. Which is why you are doing your child a massive favour if you know how to make practice both fun and rewarding. Here’s how to best get your child to practice, without the tears.

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Backyard Cricket and Beach Cricket

Looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon? Backyard or beach cricket is a great way to spend an afternoon with family and friends!

Hurdles is a great way to improve your kids' fitness

Athletics for Kids

Get your kids to try athletics sports, they'll surely find one they want to specialise in! From jumping, runnning (long distances or speed), hammer, and many other disciplines, athletics provides a wide set of sports that your kid will love taking part in individually or as a member of a team.

Trombone For Kids

Enjoy the distinctive sound of this popular brass instrument! The trombone’s rich, mellow tone makes it popular in jazz and classical music alike!

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Movie Theatres for Kids

Who doesn't love going to the movies? Choosing between regular cinemas, extensive multiplexes, drive ins, massive IMAX theatres, or Event Extreme Screensis your only dilemma!

Chess For Kids

Let your child test their tactical thinking with chess - the ultimate game of strategy! Many studies have discovered that playing chess at an early age does increase a child’s mental fortitude, and overall health.

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Bouzouki for kids

Get your kids started on playing the bouzouki! Even though it is one of the more underrated activities for kids, the bouzouki offers a unique sound-along with a wide-range of songs to learn and play. Bouzouki lessons let children develop a profound sense of virtuosity due to the thorough and focused approach of playing traditional songs.