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.
Read moreAdventure Play Park for Kids
Spend a whole weekend having fun with the family! Adventure play parks provide fun outdoor activities for your kids to freely express themselves. It is a great way for them to mix outdoors, sports, fun, and social interactions with other kids of their age.
Read moreAngling Clubs for Kids
With South Africa's vast coastline and many rivers, fishing is a great option for most families. Taking your kids angling has many benefits, including providing a chance for bonding, relaxing, and developing an interest in the environment
Read moreBaseball for Kids
If your kids are team 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.
Read moreCar model making for kids
All kids have probably played with a toy car or truck at some stage. Why not take it to the next level and encourage them to build their own? Let your kids take pride in something they’ve made from scratch with car model making!
Read moreIt 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!
Read moreThe 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
Read moreSwimming 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.
Read moreJudo for Kids
Judo could be perfect for kids who love to wrestle!<br>It will be of interest for parents who are looking for well rounded kids' activities!
Read moreFun Gymnastics Games and Challenges for Kids: Keep the Little Ones Active and Smiling!
Divide the kids into teams and let them compete in various gymnastics-inspired challenges like sprints, relay races, and jumping contests. Award medals to the winners and create a lively, competitive spirit.
Read moreSwimming 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.
Read moreNurturing Resilience and Self-Assurance: Gymnastics and Mental Empowerment for Young Gymnasts in South Africa
This nurtures vital social skills like effective communication, cooperation, and empathy. The friendships formed within gymnastic Clubs create a supportive network that positively impacts a child's mental well-being.
Read moreTable Tennis for your Kids
If your kids want to develop their hand eye co-ordination table tennis may be the answer!<br>Great for confined spaces and indoors, it has become a fiercely competitive sport that goes all the way up to Olympic level!
Read moreKids 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.
Read moreExploring Play Centres for Kids
Look for diverse play equipment, age-appropriate zones, comfortable seating for parents, and additional amenities like a café for a quick snack.
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 moreGymnastics for Kids
Get your children to start gymnastics and choose the routines they like! From trampoline, floor beam, bar, and vault, there are plenty of choices for your kids to have fun.
Read moreHorse Riding for Kids
Horse riding is a great activity that gives your child contact with animals and nature , and helps develop maturity and responsibility.
Read moreAquatic Centres for Kids
For fun and fitness, get your kids to an aquatic centre! Aquatic centres are common throughout South Africa and provide a great opportunity for parents and kids to enjoy a vast array of water based activities, swimming lessons to pool parties.
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.
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