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Cafes with kids play areas

Keep your kids entertained in a café! Let your children stay at the play area and they might even make a new friend!

Why do I need an instructor?

We live in a day and age where there is an abundance of freely available information. All you have to do is hit up Google and you can find thousands of videos and articles on how to do anything, including how to play the guitar. ”Why do I need to fork out money then for an instructor?” you might ask yourself.

Picking the Right Art Class for Your Child in South Africa: Insights for South African Parents and Carers

Connect with other parents whose children have attended the art classes you are considering. Their experiences and feedback can offer valuable insights and help you make a well-informed decision.

Badminton for Kids

Badminton - a growing sport that can be played in the backyard or competitively on the court! Great for fitness and fun and one of the activities for kids that can be enjoyed in the backyard during school holidays and weekends!

The Benefits of Playing a Musical Instrument (2021)

Research has proven that the practise of playing a musical instrument places certain demands on the human brain and nervous system. This includes the amalgamation of ‘perception and action mediated by sensory, motor, and multimodal integration regions’ in the brain

Your kids will learn heaps while also having lots of fun!

Science Centre Activities for Kids

Bring out the Einstein in your kids by making science fun!

Art schools for kids

Art makes kids smarter! Looking for a productive way to spend your kids’ school holidays? Try an art school for kids!

Ki Ken Tai Ichi – Mind, Sword and Body as One

Japanese Swordsmanship is much more than just swinging a wood or steel sword around. It can be broken down into the forging of the mind and the body and becoming one with the sword. The ultimate mastery of Japanese Swordsmanship lies in the unification of these three aspects into one. The mind, body and sword must move as one. This article dives into the intricate challenges to achieving this ultimate goal of swordsmanship.

It had been a journey of life!

Nigel Jackson sensei, the only South African to complete the notorious instructors course in Japan, was a greatest influence and sparked my interest and adoration for the Japanese culture. I was graded under him to third Dan level. My following grade was awarded by Shirai sensei in Italy after I failed the first attempt!

Secondary Art Schools for Kids

Are your kids creatively inclined and looking for an outlet?

A roller coaster will delight your little daredevil!

Theme Parks for Kids

You won't have trouble convincing your children to visit a theme park! Common themes include water sports, adventure rides, cartoon characters, and movie studios. There are a number of theme parks that provide popular attractions in New Zealand.

Your kids will love the tunnels and slides of a play park!

Play Parks for your Kids

Try to get your kids to a play park each month, and let them be socially active! Fun, friends, running, playing... Play parks are the best place for your kids to freely express themselves.

Ice Skating For Kids

Glide effortlessly across the ice, even in the heat of summer! It is a popular recreational pastime and even an Olympic sport.

Playing guitar will put a smile on your child's face!

Guitar for Kids

Your kids will love playing their favourite songs on the guitar! The guitar is quite simple to learn and easy to carry to school or on holidays. Your kids will be able to play anywhere, anytime.

The Benefits of Youth Basketball Clubs: Why Your Child Should Join

Basketball clubs also promote the development of healthy habits, including a focus on good nutrition, hydration, and rest. Coaches emphasize the significance of a balanced lifestyle to ensure that kids perform at their best. This knowledge leads to better choices in terms of diet and overall well-being.

Goju Ryu Karate is the best thing you can do for your child!

For children, karate usually has a ‘levelling effect’ on a child’s nature. An aggressive child will become more tolerant, yet still retain their great spirit, whereas a very subdued child will become more self-protective and outgoing. More importantly, each child develops an understanding of children with opposite natures to themselves, and thus can handle them appropriately with confidence.

Kids Activities in South Africa Today

Let the kids run, jump, and climb their way through the park. Pack a picnic and enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings at places like Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden in Johannesburg.

Nurturing Young Gymnasts: A Nutritional Guide for Future Champions

Minimize the consumption of sugary and processed foods. These can cause energy spikes and crashes, disrupting your child's focus and endurance during their gymnastic training.

Swimming for Kids

A great sport for your kids' physical development. It is also really important to learn how to swim well, as it can be very useful for their safety while taking part water sports.

Tips for beginners learning Karate

When we start to learn something new, especially in a class format like karate classes, it can feel daunting and our self-consciousness can get the better of us. Sensei Leo Ming has some points to keep in mind, so that you can enjoy your classes, and get the most out of your karate learning journey.