The Summer School holidays are not far away. We have put together a list of activities that will help you decide on the activities your children may like to undertake during the holidays.
EARLY BIRD DEALS
Gallery Lane Cove + Creative Studios
Enrolments open 22 November
This January 2025, we are offering an exciting lineup of Kids’ Holiday Workshops! Young artists can dive into hands-on fun with pottery, textiles, and ceramics, where they’ll learn new skills, explore their creativity, and create unique projects to take home. Perfect for kids eager to get creative over the holidays!
Early bird prices ($10 off every workshop runs from 22 November – 14 December)
code: earlybirdsummer
Music & Art
MESSY MAKERS – CHRISTMAS BAUBLES
🎄 Date: Saturday, December 7th, 2024
🎅 Time: 11:00 AM
Get into the festive spirit with our Christmas Baubles Decorating Workshop! This is your chance to unleash your creativity and design a unique bauble to hang on your Christmas tree. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for some holiday fun, this event is perfect for all ages.
Don’t miss out on this magical experience—bring your family and friends, and let’s make this Christmas extra special together! 🎨✨
Price: $10 per person
Limited spots available, so be sure to book early!
Please note you must be a member if you live within a 5km radius of the venue
MESSY MAKERS – SNOW GLOBES
❄️ Date: Saturday, December 21st, 2024
⏰ Time: 11AM
Get ready for a wintry wonderland at our Snow Globes Crafting Workshop! This is your chance to create a Christmas-themed figurine out of clay to place inside your very own unique snow globe. Whether you’re a skilled artist or just looking for some holiday fun, this event is perfect for all ages.
Don’t miss out on this creative Christmas activity—bring your family and friends, and let’s make this holiday season extra special together! 🎅✨
Price: $10 per person
Limited spots available, so be sure to book early!
Please note you must be a member if you live within a 5km radius of the venue
Bop till you Drop
Join us for two days of hands-on fun at our GLOW DANCE PARTY School Holiday Program. The children will create glowing crafts, make their very own glow-in-the-dark slime, and whip up some themed treats in our cooking class! Plus, they’ll enjoy DANCING, SINGING AND DRAMA classes that will let their creativity shine.
With 6 x 45-minute structured classes per day, there’s something for everyone, and at the end of the workshop, your child will showcase their newfound skills in a fun, confidence-boosting performance! They will also receive a graduation certificate to boost their confidence even more!
WINNER: Best School Holiday Provider (What’s On 4 Kids Awards 2024)
Age: 5-12 years
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
(Free extended care until 5:00 PM on Day 1 + complimentary early drop off at 8.00am both days.)
Locations: Castle Hill | Mosman (Tues 14 & Wed 15 Jan) Bondi Beach | Gladesville (Tues 21 & Wed 22 Jan) |
Cost: $99 per day ($198 for 2 days). Creative & Active Kids Voucher accepted.
To book fill in this BOOKING FORM.
Phone: 1300 13 03 13 | Email: [email protected] | Website: Bop till you Drop – School Holiday Programs
Don’t miss out on this glow-tastic workshop! 🌟
Big Music
Every school holidays Big Music runs fun music programs for kids aged 5 to 17, catering for all levels of musical experience and ability.
We offer three holiday camp programs, depending on your child’s age and musical experience – read more about our camp programs below.
The emphasis of the camp programs are FUN and participation in playing and performing popular music with other kids. All kids have access to Big Music’s extensive studio facilities and the latest equipment, as well as our team of inspiring professional music coaches.
December 2024
Week 1: Mon 9/12 – Fri 13/12 (5 day camp)
Week 2: Mon 16/12 – Fri 20/12 (5 day camp)
Week 3: Mon 23/12 – Tue 24/12 (2 day camp)
January 2025
Week 1: Mon 6/1 – Fri 10/1 (5 day camp)
Week 2: Mon 13/1 – Fri 17/1 (5 day camp)
Week 3: Mon 20/1 – Fri 24/1 (5 day camp)
Week 4: Tue 28/1 – Fri 31/1 (4 day camp)
Website here – bigmusic.com.au/holiday-rock-camps
Monday to Friday from 9am to 3pm daily, with optional before / after care
Bookings: Email.[email protected]
Active
Gladesville Gymnastics Club School Holiday Camps
Gladesville Gymnastics Club offers a fun-filled gymnastics-based program, designed to keep your kids active and busy during the school holidays. You have the choice to book in one, two or all days on offer.
December: Monday 16th – Friday 20th
January: Monday 13th – Friday 31st
General Gym Camps Mon – Fri – Time & Cost
- Half day: 9am – 1pm $55
- Full day: 9am – 3pm $75
Teen Gym Mon and Thur – Time & Cost
- Half day: 9am – 1pm $55
- Full day: 9am – 3pm $75
Bookings are essential and can be made here
What to bring:
- Labelled water bottle
- Morning tea and lunch (No Nuts)
- Hair tied up out of face
- Wear comfortable clothing
Entry: Drop off and sign in is via the Victoria Road entry, or the 1st driveway on Tennyson Rd – glass double doors under the Nutrimetics sign.
Exit: Pick up is via the 2nd driveway on Tennyson Rd (just before the roundabout), and it is the warehouse closest to Tennyson Rd.
Girls Summer Self Defence Camp 2025
Primary Girl’s Martial Arts and Self Defence Program
Monday 13 January – Friday 17 January
9am – 3pm $550
Plus early drop off from 7.30am and late pick up to 5pm
Book via this link ; https://otsu.io/21j or scan the QR code for more information and to book and pay
Website – https://philotimojujitsu.com
Facebook – www.facebook.com/Philotimofreestylejujitsu
Little Legends – Holiday Sports
SHORE Playing Fields, Northbridge | Opposite 40 Sailors bay Rd, Northbridge, Sydney
We aim to build a lasting love of exercise through a wide variety of age specific sports, games and activities that are suitable for both girls and boys of all athletic abilities (all children will be kept in age groups throughout the day). We begin the day with warm-up games, throughout the day we rotate between different sports, games and action packed activities which will leave your children asking for more. Some of the games we play include bull rush, relay races, soccer, netball/basketball, capture the flag, music games and many more.
Additional information
• Age groups and friends will be kept together.
• Program continues rain, hail or shine.
• A large indoor area is used during the day in case of bad weather.
• Sign in and sign out policy applies.
Dates:
9am to 3pm – Day session only (9:00am to 3:00pm) – $83
8am to 6pm – Extended Hours (8:00am to 6:00pm) – $99
Get in touch with LITTLE LEGENDS – Children’s Exercise Programs
Where: Shore Playing Fields
Book here: littlelegends.net.au
Email: [email protected]
Website: littlelegends.net.au
Motiv8sports Willoughby North Sydney
💦💦SPLASH INTO SUMMER ….at Australia’s #1 Sports Camp….. SPLASH CITY SUMMER CAMP💦💦
🎟️🎟️TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!🎟️🎟️
The wettest, wildest most insane camp of the holidays!
3 HUGE Camps
💦16th & 17th Jan – Northbridge, Shore War Memorial Playing Fields
💦 20th & 21st Jan – North Sydney, Shore school
💦 22nd & 23rd Jan – Lane Cove North, Mowbray Public School
Tickets on Sale Now – HERE
0450 646 878
[email protected]
North Shore Running and Fitness Group
RUNNING
Each day has a theme that will enhance the skills and fitness of all runners! The coaches will be taking the kids through all things technique, fitness and fun! Designed to fine tune their technique while enhancing their fitness and speed, they will be red faced but smiling the whole time!
STRENGTH
Sydney Performance Lab is thrilled to be bringing you the ultimate school holiday challenge! Your kids will be involved in fun daily challenges to motivate them while they improve their foundation movement competencies, coordination, mobility, and muscular endurance and strength.
COMBINED PROGRAM
Give your kids a real challenge and do both !
The combined running & strength program is designed to enhance kids and teens running technique, movement competency, coordination, mobility, strength and fitness for all sports and physical activity.
LOCATIONS
Strength – Sydney Performance Lab in Lane Cove West Business Park
Running – Blackman Park Lane Cove West (a short stroll down from Sydney Performance Lab)
Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions or, SIGN UP HERE
Swim & Sail
Swim Development Australia provides safe and practical swimming lessons at our indoor heated pool in Greenwich and mobile classes at home or ocean pools in the Eastern Suburbs, South Sydney and Inner West.
Swim Development Australia offers a variety of classes with accredited Austswim Instructors for adults and children. We are a registered NDIS Swim school and all our instructors are fully trained and equipped in CPR and appropriate qualifications for the classes they teach.
Swimming skills from the basics to more advanced classes available. Learning to be water safe and starting off with the very basic ability to float and stay above the water right through to stroke correction and timing for elite kids. We have classes for students of all levels from newcomers right through to stroke technique.
Come & join us for some school holiday fun with intensive holiday lessons at our Greenwich Indoor Pool.
- Private 1:1 or 2:1 lessons
- Indoor heated pool (32°C)
- Ozone-treated water (no chlorine!)
Don’t miss out on an amazing swimming experience!
www.swimdevelopmentaustralia.com.au/swim-booking-form
[email protected]
(02) 9410 0109
Phone: 0416967939
Email: [email protected]
Website: Swim Coaches For All Abilities | Swim Development Australia
KIDS’ LEARN TO SAIL
Carlile Swimming Lane Cove West
With Summer fast approaching, it’s time to sign up for our Holiday Intensive Swimming Program!
🏊🏼♀️ Week 1: Monday January 13th until Friday January 17th
🏊 Week 2: Monday January 20th until Friday January 24th
Click the link or chat to our Customer Experience staff on 9538 7707 to secure your spot!
Dance
Burns Bay Dance Camp
Dance all day, learn new skills, create, imagine and inspire your inner dancer! No experience needed. From ages 4 years to 10 years.
WORKSHOPS IN – ballet, jazz, musical theatre, hip hop, contemporary, acrobatics, pilates and much more!
PRICING: Cost $88 (special discount for current BBDS students $82.50)
DATES – TBC
Enrol here
We accept Creative Kids and Active Kids Vouchers for camps. (Subject to government changes)
DETAILS
- Ages 4-10 years
- Time 9-3pm (early drop off and late pick up available. (SMS 0402779330 to organise)
- Bring your food, yoga mat or towel, water bottle, pillow and/or blanket for movie time.
- We provide popcorn, chips and fruit.
- To enrol please fill out the form on the website and email through
Booking: [email protected] or 0402 779 330
Imagination Dance
Join us in January for fun-filled 2 hour drop off holiday camps for ages 3-7yrs in Mosman.
Ballet, jazz, singing, craft, stories and games.
Join for one or all with the following discounts:
1x camp= $40
2x camps= $70
3x camps= $100
4x camps= $120
Register online at: www.imaginationdance.com.au
Tennis & Golf
Paul’s Tennis Academy Holiday Camp
Our holiday tennis camps are offered for children aged 5-12 years, no matter their tennis experience. The camps are designed to promote tennis in a fun and engaging manner. The kids receive top level coaching from experienced coaches. Kids can be booked in for a quick session (9am to 11am), half day (9am – 12pm) or full day (9am – 3pm) with an option of an early drop-off. Our tennis camp’s feature:
- Balance and movement training
- Ball and racquet skills
- Technical tennis skills
- Tennis fundamentals
- Players are able to compete against each other in a real game setting
- Prizes are offered for progressive winners
Lane Cove Dates – TBC
Fees:
Full day 9-3pm – $80
Half day 9-12pm – $65
Morning session 9-11am – $50
For more information or to book, click here
Kasey Dive Golf Coaching @ Lane Cove Golf Course
Golf Camp for 7-14 year olds for all abilities.
All equipment is included.
Cost: $85 per day / $400 Weekly
Contact: Kasey Dive
0413 603 918
[email protected]
Lead Tennis Academy
Join us at Longueville Tennis Club for our Summer Holiday Tennis Camps!
We run the camp daily (Monday-Friday) from 9am-12pm; January Mon 6th- Feb Wed 5th. We accept all ages and abilities to join our camp in a relaxed and fun environment for the kids to enjoy!
To register you can contact us at 0493 755 934, [email protected], or using our contact form on our website: www.leadtennisacademy.com.au.
All of the coaches at Lead Tennis look forward to seeing you there!
Educational
Skill Samurai Lane Cove Coding Camps
Get ready for an amazing adventure this school holiday with Skill Samurai’s coding camps! Our camps are designed to be fun, engaging, and packed with exciting projects that will ignite your child’s creativity and passion for technology.
Whether your child dreams of designing their own video game, building smart robots, or learning to model & print using 3D printers, we have the perfect camp for them. With hands-on activities and guidance from expert instructors, kids will learn essential coding skills, make new friends, and have a blast along the way.
Each camp is tailored to different interests and skill levels, ensuring a fantastic experience for everyone. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to turn your child’s holiday into an unforgettable tech journey!
Dates:
At Kumon, we personalise each student’s program, right from the beginning. Students begin study at a level that allows them to build self-confidence from day one, and progress according to their ability rather than their age. Over time, our students develop the study habits, attitude and skills that will allow them to study advanced material confidently and independently.
Kumon has operated in Lane Cove for over 30 years, and is run by local mum (and ex-Kumon Student) Sheryl Lee. We are constantly adjusting our centre to ensure the safety of our students, staff and the local community. Families can study with us in person, online, or via correspondence – choose the system that suits your family best!
Find out more about the Kumon Method of Learning by watching our introductory video (kumonglobal.com/kumon-a-foundation-for-the-future/) or booking an Orientation Meeting directly with Sheryl at [email protected].
Therapy Programs / All Abilities
Sydney Speech Clinic
We are excited to be offering our most popular group programs during the holidays! Our group programs are designed and run by Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists and aim to facilitate peer connection through shared interests of Lego, cooking and science.
For school starters, our school readiness program is perfect for helping prepare for this exciting transition to Kindergarten.
For more information, see our website: www.sydneyspeechclinic.com.au/ssc/group-therapy
Summer Holiday Programs at PosAbility – Now Open for Booking!
PosAbility is excited to offer a variety of small group programs at our Lane Cove West clinic during the upcoming Summer Holiday period. Our January programs are now open for children in Kindergarten through Year 12 (2025).
To learn more about the programs and how to enrol, visit our website today: posability.com.au/what-we-offer/holiday-programs
Address: F 28 / 16 Mars Rd, Lane Cove West
Phone: 02 9420 4101
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/posability/
Website: posability
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