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Our mission is to connect parents and carers with activities for children and make it quick and easy to find, compare and select the best things to do for kids and events for kids based on your search criteria.

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Petting 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.

Sailing for Kids

Take your kids sailing for an open water adventure!<br>Get your kids outdoors and on to the water for an unforgettable and fun experience!

PRIMARY SCHOOL SELF DEFENCE LESSONS

People do not react in a certain way unless they have had practice. Practice verbal de-escalation and ways to create or close the distance between a would-be attacker. Or better yet enroll your child in a bullyproof or martial arts program to learn all the skills they need as well as grow in confidence and self-esteem.

PUNISHMENT VS DISCIPLINE – WHICH IS BEST TO DEVELOP GOOD BEHAVIOUR?

When your child makes the same poor behaviour choices again and again it can be very frustrating for you as a parent. However, the better we respond the better the results we can expect. The better we respond and reinforce good behaviour skills, the better the results we will see in our youth’s decision.

Violins for Kids

Do your kids have an interest in music? They might enjoy learning the violin. A violin, sometimes referred to as a fiddle, is a wooden instrument which is played by moving a bow across four strings. The violin is believed to originate in Europe in the 19th century and has since become popular worldwide. It is the smallest of the string instruments and has a higher pitched sound than other instruments in its family, including the cello and the viola.

9 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.

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.

Unlocking Potential: Gymnastics for Kids in New Zealand

Children learn to navigate the seas of emotions, brave setbacks with grace, and adapt to the tides of change.

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.

Community centres

Have you ever taken your kids along to your local community centre? If not, check it out today - community organisations often run events and programmes at these venues which are low cost and designed to support the well being and enjoyment of families and their kids. Your kids can participate in lots of good causes as well as making friends and having a great time!

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.

Why Kiwi Kids Adore Martial Arts Fitness

Kids start with foundational techniques and steadily progress towards advanced skills, marking their journey with achievable milestones. This structured pathway instills perseverance and dedication in Kiwi children as they strive towards their objectives.

5 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR KID(S) TRY MARTIAL ARTS

One of our many jobs as a parent is to push and challenge our children to experience new and sometimes scary situations so they can grow and develop essential life skills.

Ballet Dancing for Kids

A graceful and academic art that your child will love to perform. They can start learning from any age and will learn discipline and elegance among the many other benefits this classical art provides.

Kids Who Participate In the ARTS develop

What more could you ask for?

Don't just think jumping castles - there are plenty of inflatable options!

Inflatable Equipment for Kids

Make your next kids' party memorable with inflatable fun!

Get on the road to cycle around New Zealand!

Cycling for Kids

Get your kids into the cycling world, a very versatile sport! <br><br>In New Zealand there are many ways kids can get involved in cycling both competitively and for leisure.

Youth centres provide a child-friendly space

Youth Centres for Kids

Looking for somewhere your kids can spend time and learn new skills?

A little girl doing a karate kick with confidence!

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.

Darts for kids

Let your kids shoot for the bull’s eye! Dart games are fun and educational, making them an ideal activity for your kids!