Playtimes HK Magazine October 2017 Issue | Page 66

KINDER KICKS Baumhaus Kindermusik Walking to two years Over 600 children attend the YWCA International Kids Club each week for their Kinder Kicks soccer class making it one of the most popular sports class at the Y. Professional coaches teach a wide variety of exciting games where students enjoy themselves while learning the basics about soccer. This is a great class to improve your young child’s motor skills. https://clle.ywca.org.hk KINDER BOUNCE Walking to two years You may be familiar with Kinder Kicks, football for toddlers, but did you know there is a basketball version, too? Kinder Bounce is a basketball-based programme which can help improve hand-eye coordination and catching and throwing skills. www.kinderkicks.hk/basketball- kinder-bounce-hk/ ST. JOHN’S CATHEDRAL: BABY GROUP Newborn to two years Strictly speaking it’s not a class but the St. John’s playgroup will certainly entertain your baby, and you. It is a great way for your little ones to socialise with other children and is a popular venue for mums as it has a relaxing and friendly environment where stories can be swapped and advice can be shared . Playgroup sessions are held every Thursday from 2.30-4.30pm. www.stjohnscathedral.org.hk Kinder Kicks MANDARIN FOR MUNCHKINS 18 to 36 months Mandarin for Munchkins offers theme-based Mandarin classes using flashcards and games to introduce vocabulary. Engaging in activities can help children to develop language and communication skills in context, making the language more memorable and fun to learn. www. mandarinformunchkins.com 64 www.playtimes.com.hk SENSATIONALBABY Birth to five years Stimulate your baby’s senses by taking part in this unique play experience that engages sight, sound, touch and smell. The classes include activities such as bubble play, light shows, massage, fabric play and sign language. The classes are also a great opportunity for parents to meet others and form friendships. www.sensationalbabyhk.com USRC PLAYGROUP Newborn to pre-school The United Services Recreation Club drop in playgroup provides a inexpensive option for children to play and socialise. It boasts indoor and outdoor playareas and costs just $88 for the first child and $35 per additional child or parent (non-member). It runs on Tuesdays and Fridays at 9.30am. https://www.facebook.com/USRC- Playgroup-191603010879250/