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 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 moreRollerskating for Kids
Are you looking for a versatile and fun hobby for your kids? <br>Rollerskating is popular as a form of transportation, a sport and a type of performance art.
Read more5 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.
Read moreHosting a Budget-Friendly Kids' Birthday Party
Adventure: Embrace New Zealand's natural beauty by planning an outdoor adventure. Hiking, nature scavenger hunts, and stargazing are fantastic options.
Read moreBassoon 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!
Read moreAquariums for Kids
If your kids need a bit of soothing without running the risk of boredom setting in, why not take them to the local aquarium? An aquarium is a transparent container filled with water which contains fish or other marine life for people to observe. Most public aquariums have a number of different tanks which house a wide range of species of fish and aquatic plants.
Read moreWhat is best for a kids party venue? Indoor or Outdoor Party Venue?
No matter if you choose the great outdoors or an indoor haven, what truly matters is the fun and enjoyment of all.
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 morePRIMARY 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.
Read moreFencing for kids
En Garde and let your kids try out a fun and skill-stimulating game of fencing! Both classical and modern fencing is known to be a good sport that can develop your reflex and speed and will definitely be a fun, yet challenging kid's activity that your young ones will enjoy!
Read moreFostering Confidence and Resilience: Gymnastics and Mental Well-being for Young Gymnasts
Gymnastic Centres and gymnastic Clubs provide an excellent platform for children to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and growth. Embrace gymnastics as a means to support your child's overall development, fostering a happy, confident, and resilient future.
Read moreContemporary Dance for Kids
Let your child express themselves through contemporary dance, a great way for them to dance in a less academic and fun way. Your kids will learn how to get creative while performing this original dance style.
Read moreTrombone For Kids
Enjoy the distinctive sound of this popular brass instrument!<br><br>The trombone’s rich, mellow tone makes it popular in jazz and classical music alike!
Read moreHow 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.
Read moreCreating Unforgettable Kids' Parties
Lastly, remember to relax and have fun. Capture those magical moments as your child and their friends create memories that will last a lifetime. Kids' parties are all about celebrating the joy and wonder of childhood. We have an abundance of options to make your child's party a truly unique and memorable experience.
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 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 moreWhy 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.
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