Y-Kids Can

Each session is has a theme based on a movement pattern or skill which will benefit the kids in their development of motor skills, language, and linking those vital pathways in the brain. Each half-hour class will include a combination of:

• music
• singing
• movement to music, dance
• gross motor skill development
• fine motor skill development
• gymnastic movements
• hand-eye coordination

Using fun eqiupment such as the parachute, bats and balls, hoops, bean bags, sticks and mini beams, kids will experience and explore lots of new movements, have fun and build confidence at the same time. Themes explored include body awareness, directions, balance, rhythm and spatial awareness.

Unfortunately we are unable to run our Friday Papamoa Y-Kids Can class anymore. Thanks to the families who have participated in Y-Kids Can over the last couple of years. Please see our Y-Gym page for information on our great preschool gymnastics sessions.

Childcare Centre or group classes: If your childcare centre or daycare would like a one-off, weekly, or fortnightly class, please phone or email Janine to discuss options. We currently provide sessions for a Tauranga preschool for 8 weeks each term.

You can phone Janine at the YMCA to ask any questions about the class, on 578 9272 ext 712. Or email her on fun@ymcatauranga.org.nz .