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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.

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!

How to choose to train in karate

There are many factors to consider when taking up karate, in order to get the most out of your practise. This article examines each of the core areas to consider and explains how they can improve and impact you while you're in and out of class.

Dancing for Kids

Get your kids to start learning dance, and let them find the type they really like. There are many types of dances, from classical, to academic, to contemporary and many more, but they will all help your kids to learn discipline and elegance.

Crafting a Thrifty Kids' Birthday Fiesta

Storytelling or Nature Exploration: South Africa offers a rich history and breathtaking natural landscapes. Invite a local storyteller or take the kids on a nature exploration to learn about the country's flora and fauna.

Beading for kids

Let your kids design and create their own jewellry through beading! Beading offers colorful projects that your kids can enjoy that will also make way for their creative sides to shine.

Jewellery Making Activities for Kids

If your kids like to be creative, they will love making their own jewellery!

When to Begin Your Child's Karate Journey

There's no one-size-fits-all answer to this question. The ideal age for your child to start Karate classes & lessons in South Africa depends on their individual personality, interests, and readiness.

Planning Sports Themed Kids' Birthday Parties

it's time to send out invitations that will get everyone thrilled. Design invitations that match the chosen sport and include vital party details like date, time, location, and RSVP info. You can even craft creative sports-themed invites resembling tickets to a major match!

Contemporary 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.

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.

Swim Schools – Motivated by money or driven by passion?

“I didn’t get into teaching and coaching for the number of wins or the money. It was a passion for trying to help young people”. That’s the motivation all coaches should have, no matter where they are in their careers – Bo Ryan

Swimming is an essential life skill for every child

Swimming is an essential life skill for every child and acquiring the Basic Water Safety Skills from a young age can only benefit them. These Basic Water Safety Skills will equipt children with the fundamental life skills they need to survive any major/minor water mishaps. The 3rd leading cause of unintentional death worldwide falls under drowning. Children between the ages of 1-4years makes up the majority of the annual estimated 360 000 deaths led by drowning.

Angling for Kids

Angling - fishing with a hook and line - is a popular family activity, and a great way to spend a sunny afternoon. Angling can be both a relaxing experience, or a fiercely competitive sport.

An amazing and different musical experience!

Accordion For Kids

Try something different with this unique musical instrument! It is often heard in Eastern European folk music. Give your child a cultural as well as a musical experience with the accordion!

Karate - A Martial Art For Everyone

Anyone can pick up a martial art such as karate and take something away from it that will benefit them in more areas of life than just fitness and flexibility. This article talks about why that is, what it can do for a child who is learning and how to choose the correct Sensei.

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.

Swimming lessons-1 of the greatest gifts you can give your child

Swimming is a wonderful confidence booster. It is a skill set and has a positive impact on your child’s physical and mental health. Goal-setting is another important feature of self-discipline that can be learned in swimming. Achieving goals that they have worked for, will improve their self-confidence and self-esteem.

Breakdancing for kids

Your kids can find a new and entertaining activity where they can excel, try out breakdancing for kids! There are breakdance moves that kids can do, the simpler variations are safe and not as complicated as their counterparts. Basic versions of moves make breakdancing a fun and somewhat challenging endeavor for toddlers and children alike.

Your child will love being transformed into their favourite animal!

Face Painting for Kids

Thinking about a face painting party for your kids? Try hiring a face painter, or, better yet, try doing it yourself! Check out our tips and information on how to make this great party activity as fun and entertaining as possible.