Term 3, 2020 Activities Guide
We have put together our Term 3 Activities Guide to help you choose from a range of fun and engaging face-to-face and online classes for kids. Featuring activities as varied as virtual LEGO workshops to dedicated art classes, acrobatics and early childhood development programs – this guide is the best place to start your search! There are plenty of options to keep the kids entertained and active after-school and on weekends in Term 3. Many of these activities are organised by registered Active Kids or Creative Kids providers, so don’t forget to make use of those vouchers.
Please note the information below is correct at the time of publication. However, due to Covid-19 restrictions please check the relevant website.
AcroPals Acro Academy
Acrobatic classes for kids Ages 6 to 14 years – beginners through to advanced aerials, back-hand-springs and flips!
Acropals is Sydney’s first acro-only school with classes for all ages and abilities taught by Australia’s top acrobatics teachers. Children learn acrobatics and air track tumbling in a friendly, non-competitive environment. AcroPals uses state-of-the-art equipment and has a massive assortment of air tracks to keep your kids safe while teaching them everything from a forward roll to a full twist back.
Where: Marrickville, St. Peters + Online
When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Cost: $200 per 10 week term face to face. $100 per 10 week term online. Creative Kids and Active Kids vouchers accepted
Bookings: www.acropals.com
Enquiries: info@acropals.com
Beyond Distinction
After school art, music, sports & language classes for Kindy to Year 6 children
Beyond Distinction offers a range of premium activities for children to learn new skills and have fun after school. Whether your child is artistically inclined, sports oriented or still unsure, we can help your child discover their talents. Activities include professionally coached piano, guitar, tennis, golf, swimming, art and Mandarin Chinese. Our daily program includes afternoon tea, dedicated homework time and free school pickup for local Concord/Cabarita areas, self drop-offs are welcome too. Online classes are now available also.
Where: Concord (Adjacent to Cabarita Park Swim Centre, Cabarita Road) + Online
When: Monday to Friday afternoons
Cost: $60 for 3.5 hours. Sibling and multi-day discounts are available. Creative Kids and Active Kids vouchers accepted
Bookings: Online at www.beyond-distinction.com.au
Enquiries: info@beyond-distinction.com.au or contact us on 0457 588 812
Bricks 4 Kidz
STEM based LEGO learning for children aged 5-10 years
BRICKS 4 KIDZ after school programs build on the popularity of LEGO® to deliver high quality educational play. Students will participate in weekly online eWorkshops on Zoom, using their imagination to build a unique creation each week. In Term 3 the theme is Energy is Everywhere! We will explore how different forces of nature take place and how they affect our world.
Where: Online
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (after school)
Cost: $70 for 7 week online term. Creative Kids vouchers accepted
Bookings: www.bricks4kidz.com.au
Enquiries: sydneyinnerwest@brick4kidz.com
Flying Yogis
Yoga, tumbling & acrobatics for kids aged 3.5 to 18 years
Flying Yogis offers a unique blend of yoga (for it’s mindfulness, focus and awareness) with tumbling, gymnastics and acrobatics (for coordination, agility, strength and physical well-being). Online classes available to any children that need to stay at home for any reason.
Where: Annandale
When: Mondays through to Saturdays. Term 3 runs 21 July – 26 September
Cost: Please check the website for more information.
Bookings: www.flyingyogis.net.au
Enquiries: info@flyingyogis.net.au
Gallery NTK Art School
Fine Art tuition in all media for kids in Kindy to Year 12
Fun and educational art workshops for kids of all ages from Kindy to Year 12. The classes are led by fully qualified art teachers and professional artists and focus on skills in clay-making, painting and drawing.
Where: Croydon + Online
When: Tuesday to Saturday
Cost: Please check the website for more information. Creative Kids vouchers accepted
Bookings: www.galleryntk.com.au
Enquiries: info@galleryntk.com.au
GeckoSports Inner West
Multi-sport fitness classes for primary school kids
Join in the new GeckoACTIVE program in Term 3 for action-packed sports fun in a non-competitive environment. GeckSports run a different sports program each week focused on improving gross motor skills and confidence. Our sports science designed program is sure to excite and promote a healthy lifestyle where kids can try their hand at a range of different sports! Sports include:
- Mini Olympics
- Soccer
- Basketball
- AFL Football
- Boxing Bootcamp
- Netball
- Athletics
- Rugby League Cricket
- Team Challenge
Where: Dulwich Hill & Summer Hill
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (after school)
Cost: Free first class. $19 per week. Active Kids vouchers accepted.
Bookings: www.geckosports.com.au
Enquiries: natascha@geckosports.com.au
Gymbaroo
Fun classes for babies, toddlers and preschoolers and their parents
The only program that has integrated key developmental activities, essential for complete early development and parent education, into a comprehensive and all-encompassing program. Classes include movement, dance, exercise, music, sensory play and a specially designed gym for 0-5 years. Classes run at the following Gymbaroo locations:
Gymbaroo Concord
Where: Concord + Online
When: Tuesday, Thursday to Saturday
Cost: $260 for 10 weeks. $130 for 10 weeks online
Bookings: www.gymbaroo.com.au
Enquiries: concord@gymbaroo.com.au
Gymbaroo Glebe
Where: Glebe + Online
When: Monday to Friday
Cost: $260 for 10 weeks. $130 for 10 weeks online
Bookings: www.gymbaroo.com.au
Enquiries: glebe@gymbaroo.com.au
Gymbaroo Marrickville
Where: Marrickville + Online
When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Cost: $260 for 10 weeks. $130 for 10 weeks online
Bookings: www.gymbaroo.com.au
Enquiries: marrickville@gymbaroo.com.au
Gymbaroo Redfern
Where: Redfern + Online
When: Tuesday, Friday and Saturday
Cost: $260 for 10 weeks. $130 for 10 weeks online
Bookings: www.gymbaroo.com.au
Enquiries: redfern@gymbaroo.com.au
Gymkidz Gymnastics
Gymnastics for kids aged 9 months to 12 years
GymKidz is a recreational gymnastics centre in Newtown. Classes are gymnastics focused but include a variety of stimulating physical and motor-skill development with games, acrobatics and circus, and dance all in the care of a qualified team of instructors. Children progress at their own rate, tackling new challenges and skills each week over a 10 week term.
Where: Newtown
When: Monday to Saturday
Cost: From $199 per term. Active Kids and Creative Kids vouchers accepted.
Bookings: www.gymkidz.com.au
Enquiries: info@gymkidz.com.au
Inkling Writing Studio
Fun, engaging creative writing classes for Year 2 to Year 8
Inkling Writing Studio offers fun, imaginative and enriching creative writing classes for children. Classes provide a playful and supportive space for young minds to flourish.
Where: Rozelle + Online
When: Monday and Saturday
Cost: $200 per 8 week term. Creative Kids vouchers accepted
Bookings: Online at www.inklingwriting.com.au
Enquiries: alison@inklingwriting.com.au
Inner West School Of Dance
Recreational dance classes for children aged 2 to 16 years
The Inner West School of Dance provides relaxed and friendly classes where children can learn Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Hip Hop and Lyrical. We have studios in Leichhardt, Marrickville and Haberfield and also offer online classes. Led by qualified and talented teachers, children are able to learn to dance in a non-competitive environment, increase their musicality and boost their self-esteem while having fun and making friends.
Where: Marrickville, Leichhardt, Haberfield + Online
When: Saturdays and weekday mornings and afternoons
Cost: From $120 per term. Creative Kids vouchers accepted.
Bookings: www.innerwestschoolofdance.com.au
Julie Peadon Art
Fun Fine Art workshops for Kindy to Year 12
Julie Peadon Art offers fun, fine art workshops exploring the great art movements both historically and in a contemporary world while practicing drawing, painting, printing, sculpture and mixed media techniques.
Where: Drummoyne + Online
When: Monday to Saturday
Cost: $300 per 10 week term. Creative Kids vouchers accepted.
Bookings: www.juliepeadonart.com
Enquiries: julie@juliepeadonart.com
Kidz Artworx
Art School specialising in art classes for preschoolers & primary school kids
Kidz Artworx is running fun and creative art workshops to suit everyone including drawing, painting and clay, sculpture and design. The workshops are designed to encourage creative thinking and visual language.. All materials are provided and there is a great outdoor play area too.
Where: Burwood
When: Monday to Saturday
Cost: Early Bird Discount $279 for an 8 week term. Creative Kids vouchers accepted
Bookings: www.kidzartworx.com.au
Enquiries: kidzartworx@outlook.com
Kids Got Skillz
Art & mindfulness classes for children, promoting self-esteem and happiness for kids aged 5 to 12 years
These after school art and mindfulness classes provide a calm and focused environment where children can develop their creativity and improve their concentration. Activities include cooking, art, craft, photography, mindfulness, yoga and peer support.
Where: Stanmore + Online
When: Wednesday and Thursday
Cost: $350 per child per term. Creative and Active Kids vouchers accepted.
Bookings: www.kidsgotskillz.com.au
Enquiries: kidsgotskillzclub@gmail.com
Paper Rock Scissors Art Studios
Art workshops for primary school kids
Each art class is developed with an art technique in mind and is taught through a project that allows each student to explore and develop that particular skill. A variety of techniques are used ranging from observational and freehand drawing, painting, collage, pottery and more.
Where: Rozelle + Online
When: Monday to Thursday
Cost: $350 +GST per term or $40 per drop-in class. Creative Kids vouchers accepted
Bookings: www.paperrockscissors.com.au
Enquiries: prue@paperrockscissors.com.au
Speaking Schools Australasia
Fun and supportive public speaking classes for children to find their voice & build resilience
Speaking Schools Australasia offers fun LIVE online and face to face weekly classes, which aim to help students build their confidence in debating and public speaking for the classroom and beyond. There are programs to suit every level from Year 1 to Year 9 students.
Where: Inner West + Online
When: Monday – Friday (after school), Saturday (mornings)
Cost: Please visit the website for more information. Creative Kids vouchers accepted
Bookings: www.speakingschools.com.au
Enquiries: manager@speakingschools.com.au
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