Six weeks is a long time to try and keep kids out of trouble and off their screens!
Fortunately, there are so many fun activities for kids happening in the Shire this summer that they won’t have time to be bored.
From dancing to tennis, climbing to swimming and holiday camps that combine a variety of all-sorts of activities, we’ve got all the details you need right here.
DANCING
Shire Dance Workshops
The Shire Dance Workshops consist of two fabulous days of dance workshops for dancers aged 3+.
Bringing world-class tutors and high-quality dance educators to the Shire, the workshops are professional yet relaxed and friendly, and will inspire and connect dance enthusiasts.
The inclusive vibe encourages beginners and challenges more experienced dancers while providing active school holiday entertainment.
Book for both days, one day, or just one class.
All tutors and supervisors have WWCC and are experienced and passionate teachers.
When and Where:
Mini Session (3-6 years) – Tuesday 19th January – 9.00am – 11.00am. at Yalgar Rd studio, Kirrawee.
Junior Sessions (7-11 years) – Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th January at Yalgar Rd studio, Kirrawee.
Intermediate Sessions (10-13 years) – Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th January at Ethel Rd studio, Kirrawee
Senior Sessions (14 years+) – Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th January at Ethel Rd studio, Kirrawee
For bookings or more info contact Shire Dance Workshops.
PERFORMING
Make Me A Rockstar – Performing Workshop
Children love getting creative. And most children, whether they want to admit it or not, love being the star of the show!
Book them into the Make Me A Rockstar performing workshop for the day and get your Christmas shopping done and dusted.
Children will learn skills in performing arts while developing new friendships and building their confidence and self-esteem through:
- Singing on microphones
- Vocal technique and warmups, projection exercises
- Dancing
- Drama skits and performances
- Interactive games and activities that will have them buzzing before and after.
For ages 6-12 years.
$75 for the full day – creative kids vouchers redeemable and sibling discounts available.
When and Where:
Monday 21st December 9.30am – 4.15pm, Menai Guides Hall.
Text/call 0414614965 or email [email protected] to enquire/book or visit the Make Me a Rockstar website.
TENNIS
Little Tennis Aces – Tennis Camps
Kids aged 4-10 will love the Little Tennis Aces camps. The 6-hour camps are split over two mornings. They cater to all levels, and include group tennis lessons, team-based events and games designed to improve self-confidence, gross motor skills and to learn the rules and strokes of tennis in a fun environment.
The LTA professional coaching team (including head coaches Eleni Stefanovski and Lejla Kucevic) deliver School Holiday Programs featuring:
- Children divided into groups in accordance with their age and standard
- Technical and tactical development for beginner to advanced players
- Hand/eye coordination and motor skills
- Player assessment and analysis
- Balance and movement tennis training
- Free tennis racquet hire
- Trophies and awards!
When and Where:
CAMP 1: Monday 21 & Wednesday 23 December 9am-12pm, Kogarah Bay.
CAMP 2: Tuesday 19 & Thursday 21 January 9am-12pm, Caringbah.
Secure your spot by emailing [email protected] now. *limited spots available.
CLIMBING
SkyClimb Miranda – Back by popular demand!
SkyClimb is reopening just in time for the school holidays. This 17-wall course has been specially designed with kids in mind and is suitable for all ages.
Sky Climb is suitable for anyone over 110cm.
Each climbing session begins with a 15-minute safety briefing, followed by one hour of climbing and costs just $18 per person.
Every session is COVID-safe and can accommodate only 20 kids at a time, so use the online booking system to secure your child’s spot.
There is plenty of seating and you’re free to bring in your own food and drinks to enjoy as you watch on.
Your kids will have a ton of fun while gaining important life-skills without even realising it, and all you have to do is sit down!
When and Where:
SkyClimb, within the old SkyZone site at Miranda Westfield, will re-open on 3rd December and will trade every Thursday – Sunday throughout the school holidays.
Visit SkyClimb now for more information and or to book online now.
Climb Fit Kirrawee – Kids Holiday Camp
Whether your child is a complete beginner or a seasoned wall-scaler, they’ll have great fun and meet loads of new faces at Climb Fit Kirrawee’s all-inclusive Kids Holiday Camp. They’ll learn climbing-specific techniques while improving strength, flexibility, problem-solving, teamwork and FUN!
Suitable for kids 10-13 years old.
Climbing is an awesome sport for kids – it doesn’t just build strength and endurance but offers emotional and social benefits too.
Younger kids (ages 4+) can come and enjoy climbing at any time with a parent – just rock up and we will show you the rest!
Follow Climb Fit Kirrawee on Instagram and Facebook.
SWIMMING
Hilltop Swim Academy – School Holiday Activity Camp Days
Hilltop Swim Academy are hosting some exciting School Holiday Camp Days this summer! Not only will the kids get to swim for hours, they’ll also play games and lots of sports including soccer, volleyball and FlippaBall, and enjoy arts and crafts too! The day costs just $65 and includes food.
All activities are conducted on the private premises with no public guests permitted at the facility on these days. This means parents have a great opportunity to get their last-minute Christmas shopping completed while the kids are being tired out!
When and Where:
Monday 21st December and Tuesday 22nd December, 240 Burraneer Bay Road, Caringbah South.
To make a booking, call 9524-8280 or email [email protected].
Hilltop Swim Academy – Intensive Swimming Lessons
Intensive swimming lessons boost children’s confidence and accelerate the swimmers’ progress in a faster time than a regular weekly lessons program.
The intensive program includes a daily lesson from Monday to Friday and costs just $85.
When and Where:
Monday 11th January – Friday 15th January 2021, Caringbah South.
To make a booking, call 9524-8280 or email [email protected].
Sutherland Shire Leisure Centres – Learn to Swim Holiday Intensives
Austswim and Swim Australia qualified instructors teach a balance of water safety and swimming skills in a friendly and safe environment. Children in the holiday program are taught the ideal balance of swimming and water safety. Each lesson runs for 1/2 hour. Open to kids ages 3+
When and Where:
The Holiday program runs during weekdays between 04 January and 22 January 2021, only at Sutherland and Caringbah Leisure Centres.
Enquiries can be directed to Sutherland Leisure Centre on 8536 9777 or [email protected]
Sutherland Shire Leisure Centres – Holiday Swim Camp
Swim Camp caters to all squad levels from Juniors to Mini Squad- 12 years and under. It helps swimmers refine their strokes, dives, turns, starts and finishes. The camp goes for three days and you can attend any or all days, for only $30 per day.
When and Where:
Monday18th, Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th January from 9:00am – 11.00am at Caringbah Leisure Centre.
Bookings open 7th December and enquiries can be directed to Caringbah Leisure Centre on 9525 6777 or [email protected]
A BIT OF EVERYTHING
Sutherland Shire Council Vacation Care
The full and busy programs at the Miranda, Burraneer Bay and Lucas Heights centres offer plenty of COVID-safe fun during the summer school holidays.
The programs are designed to keep the children active and engaged. Holiday highlights include:
- Rock climbing
- Laser tag
- Slime fun
- Arts and crafts including festive creations and 3D drawing
- Sports
- Science experiments
- Excursions to Symbio, archery and roller skating
Plus so much more!
The programs are packed with fun activities for kids aged 5-14. For further enquiries call Sutherland Shire Council Children’s Services on 9710 0466
When and Where:
Mondays – Fridays from 7am – 6pm during the school holidays.
Book online on the Sutherland Shire Council website.
Still searching for school holiday activities?
If you haven’t found what you’re looking for yet, head to our local business directory to view a full list of school holiday activities. You’ll find a whole range of swimming options to choose from, acrobatics, teen fitness, creative workshops and more.