MARTIAL ARTS IMPROVE YOUR ATTENTION SPAN
A new study shows that Martial Arts has positive benefits for improving your attention span and alertness. Something in today’s ‘no patience’ society is sorely needed. A large part of Martial Arts training is developing your mental acuity as well as your physical strength.
Read moreExciting Drills and Games to Enhance Basketball Skills at Home
Incorporate a touch of Kiwi flair into your backyard or living room with a Kiwi Dribble Relay. Set up a course with cones or household objects that your child needs to navigate while dribbling. Challenge them to complete the course as quickly as possible while maintaining control of the basketball. You can even make it a friendly competition with a Kiwi twist.
Read moreHosting a Budget-Friendly Kids' Birthday Party
When planning a low-budget kids' birthday party in New Zealand, choosing the right venue can make a big difference.
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 morePetting Zoos for Kids
Do your children love animals? Then why not take them to a petting zoo? A petting zoo is a collection of domestic and farm animals that kids can feed and stroke. Sometimes they are located at zoos and other times they are mobile, often travelling to locations for parties or to schools, fetes, showgrounds and other events where fun activities for kids are required.
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 moreModern 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.
Read morePercussions For Kids
Let your kids develop their sense of rhythm with percussion instruments!<br><br>Anything that can be struck or banged can be a percussion instrument - the only limit is your kid’s imagination!
Read moreSecondary Art School for Kids
Are your kids creatively inclined and looking for an outlet?
Read moreCheerleading for Kids
Cheerleading is a great way to participate in the excitement of sporting events! It is extremely popular among young girls and it can be a great way to improve physical fitness and make friends.
Read moreWhy Enroll Your Child in a Youth Basketball Club? Discover the Benefits!
Being part of a club fosters an understanding of goal-setting and hard work. It's a lesson that's readily transferable to academic endeavors, personal aspirations, and future career paths.
Read moreEmpower Your Kids: The Advantages of Children's Self Defence Classes
Yes, children's self defence classes teach kids how to throw punches, but they also teach discipline and focus – skills that spill into all areas of life. The ability to concentrate, set goals, and work diligently to achieve them are invaluable life lessons.
Read moreSkateboarding for Kids
Hit the skate park and have fun ! Skateboarding is one of the coolest kids' activities!<br>As well as a social experience, skateboarding can be a great way to keep fit!
Read moreBaseball for Kids
If your kids are team sports players who are looking for something new, they might like to try baseball. Baseball can be a fabulous activity for kids with energy to burn. It's a relatively simple game, played with a bat and a ball between two opposing teams. Teams take turns to hit the ball and try to run around a diamond shaped course before the ball is caught and returned by the opposing team. The team with the most 'runs' at the end wins the game.
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 moreEarly Introduction to Soccer for Kids
Finding age-appropriate classes, preparing your child for their first day, and offering ongoing support and encouragement will ensure a memorable soccer adventure
Read moreWing 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, is the world’s most popular form of southern kung fu. Your children can learn this great activity for kids from a young age!
Read moreFun Gymnastics Games and Challenges for Kids: Keep Your Child Active and Happy
Gymnastics often involves forming various shapes and poses. Get a group of kids together and challenge them to create different shapes with their bodies. It could be a star, a circle, or even the alphabet! This not only encourages teamwork but also sparks creativity and imagination.
Read moreTennis for Kids
Get your kids to take part in this popular competitive sport! Kids can start learning from a young age, and will enjoy watching their skill improve. Doubles or singles, with family or with friends, your children will love sharing their progress.
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.
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