Animal Zoos for Kids
For fun, adventure and a chance to learn on the natural world, why not take your kids to an animal zoo? An animal zoo is a collection of animals from all over the world, often including rare or endangered species, gathered in one place for people to observe. Zoos have been around since biblical times and the first zoological garden to open in New Zealand was the Wellington Zoo which opened in 1906
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Elevate Your Child's Soccer Game with 10 Essential Drills
Set up a "defensive wall" using cones or other players, requiring your child to practice shooting under pressure. This drill simulates real game scenarios.
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Athletics for Kids
Get your kids to try athletics sports, they'll surely find one they want to specialise in! From jumping, runnning (long distances or speed), hammer, and many other disciplines, athletics provides a wide set of sports that your kid will love taking part in individually or as a member of a team.
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Beach Sports for Kids
A great way to enjoy the weekend with your family! Most beach sports are accessible to kids of all ages. Learn what you need to know about the kinds of sports you can play on the beach with your kids.
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Baseball for Kids
If your kids are team sports 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. It's a relatively simple game, played with a bat and a ball between two opposing teams. Teams take turns to hit the ball and try to run around a diamond shaped course before the ball is caught and returned by the opposing team. The team with the most 'runs' at the end wins the game.
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Gymnastics a Beginner's Guide for Kids
As your child progresses, they'll start mastering fundamental skills like rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and somersaults. Trained coaches will guide them through each step, ensuring safety and proper technique.
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Tennis 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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Theme Parks for Kids
Theme parks are a great weekend activity for the whole family to enjoy. With adventure, movie, and water themes, you're sure to find a park that everyone will love!
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Pony Riding for Kids
Jump in the saddle for a fun family activity!<br>Small children can enjoy a simple pony ride at a fete or show while older kids can hit the trails or compete in pony games and enjoy the great outdoors!
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Netball for Kids
The perfect safe sport for your kids, especially if you have a daughter! Your kids will have a lot of fun playing this derivative of basketball, which focuses more on technique than physical condition.
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Wing Chun for kids
Encourage your children to try Wing Chun for kids – they might be the next Bruce Lee! Wing Chun, practised in over 64 countries, is the world’s most popular form of southern kung fu. Your children can learn this great activity for kids from a young age!
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BMX racing for kids
Let your kids pedal through rough terrains and cross the finish line! BMX racing for kids is a great opportunity to develop kids’ cycling skills.
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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.
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Art Classes: Guidance for Kiwi Parents
Check the qualifications and experience of the art teachers Ideally, the teachers should possess a background in art education and experience working with children.
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Exciting Drills and Games to Enhance Basketball Skills at Home
Incorporate a touch of Kiwi flair into your backyard or living room with a Kiwi Dribble Relay. Set up a course with cones or household objects that your child needs to navigate while dribbling. Challenge them to complete the course as quickly as possible while maintaining control of the basketball. You can even make it a friendly competition with a Kiwi twist.
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Bass Guitar For Kids
Let your kids channel their inner rock star with the bass guitar! Bass guitarists are a feature of most bands and although they are often in the background, their contribution to the performance as a whole is vitally important!
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Conservation Parks for Kids
Nothing beats spending time together with the family in the splendour of New Zealand's beautiful wilderness! Discover many species that cannot be found elsewhere in the world!
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