Looking for things to do this coming week? Here are some super-fun ideas:
Gymnastics and Martial Arts Classes in the CBD
Great news for families living in the CBD area: Flips & Kicks Plus is resuming gymnastics and martial arts classes at a new location, in the heart of the city. Classes are held at TP Swimming School and are available for kids 4+, divided into age groups. Gymnastics will be taking place every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday, while Karate classes are available on Sunday afternoons. For more info, and to sign up, contact coach Fredrik: 137 1846 2044
Where: TP Swimming School,
When: Gymnastics
Tuesday: 4.30-5.15pm (3-4 years old)
5.15-6.15pm (5-6 years old)
6.15-7.45pm (7+)
Friday: 6-6.45pm (3-4 years old)
6.45-7.45pm (5-6 years old)
Sunday: 4.45-5.30pm (3-4 years old)
5.30-6.30pm (5-6 years old)
6.30-8pm (7+)
Karate
Sunday: 2-3.30pm (7-11 years old)
3.30-4.30pm (4-6 years old)
Price: RMB 2,450/10 classes for 4-6 year olds. RMB 2,750/10 classes for 7+ kids
Childhood Developments Talks at Jazzy Preschool Library
Jazzy Preschool invites you to join their upcoming Childhood Development Talks event on Wed, Oct 18, from 3pm to 4.30pm. The second chapter will focus on how children learn languages as a mother tongue in kindergarten. Please scan the QR code below to register.
Where: Jazzy Preschool, c101 East lake Villas, 35 Dongzhimenwai Dajie
When: Oct 18, 3-4.30pm
Price: Free
Parent Workshops at House of Knowledge
Grab a valuable chance to meet Mr. Farshad Danicek, the school founder of House of Knowledge and language expert in early years education for over 30 year. Gain lots of practical and beneficial advice to better support your child’s holistic development. Sign up for the workshops today and take part in a variety of hands-on activities! Scan the QR code below to sign up for one or more of the workshops.
Where: House of Knowledge, 15 Chaoyang Park Xilu, Chaoyang District
When: Language Learning Workshop – Oct 19, 6-7.30pm;
Reggio Emilia Workshop: Part 1 Seminar – Oct 26, 6-7 30pm;
Reggio Emilia Workshop Part 2: “Lights and Shadows” project unit workshop – Nov 11. 9:30-11:30am;
Boundaries Workshop- Nov 2, 6pm-7:30pm
Price: RMB 200/ Reggio Emilia Workshops 1 and 2 (money will be donated to charity); the other two workshops are free
DUCKS and Junior School Open Day
On Sat, Oct 21, Dulwich College Beijing invites prospective Dulwich College Kindergarten School (DUCKS, aged 3-6) and Junior School (Aged 7-10) families to their first Open Day event of the academic year.
Discover how Dulwich nurtures, supports, and cultivates the creativity of both our students and teachers. Learn the Dulwich approach to teaching and learning, which embraces student leadership and student agency, empowering students to become changemakers even from a young age. You will also have the opportunity to join the student-led campus tour, participate in classroom activities, and experience firsthand DCB’s personalised approach to a global education based on its international setting. A detailed programwill be shared with registered families close to the date of the event. Scan the QR code to register.
Where: Dulwich College Beijing, 89 Capital Airport Road, Shunyi District
When: Oct 21, 9am
Price: Free
NAS Beijing Shunyi Open Day
NAS Beijing Shunyi Campus will be hosting an Open Day on Oct 22. Tour the campus, meet the teachers and the principal and find out everything you want to know about their curriculum and teaching methods. To sign up, scan the QR code on the poster.
Where: NAS Beijing Shunyi
When: Oct 22, 9.30-11.30am
Price: Free
Parenting Workshop: Navigating Parenthood With Compassion and Confidence
Well Women Co-Founder, Rebecca Archer, is coming back to Beijing for an exclusive one day parenting workshop on Sat, Oct 28. Parents will learn how to effectively communicate with their children, how to be mutually respectful, and how to encourage and foster healthy behaviors through a connection-based approach. The workshop is designed for parents of children 3-10 years old and will take place at LMMP Kindergarten. Scan the QR code to sign up for the event.
Where: LMMP Kindergarten, Glory Garden Compound, Block D, 220, Chaoyang District
When: Oct 28, 9am-3.30pm
Price: RMB 799/person, RMB 1,299/couple
The Children’s House Central Park Open Day
As one of the first Montessori schools to have been established in Beijing, The Children’s House Montessori Kindergarten has a deep understanding and experience of how to bring a first-class Montessori education. Since 1992, they strive to provide children with the education, freedom and guidance they need to establish strong academic foundations for successful learning. Scan the QR code on the poster to register.
Join their Open Day on Oct 28 and get all your questions answered.
Where: Room 103, Building No.8, Chaowai Street No.6, Chaoyang District, Beijing.
When: Oct 28, 9:30-11am
Price: Free
And don’t forget about these events:
Postnatal Yoga on Wednesdays at Taozi
A specially designed class for new moms at Taozi Tree Yoga is starting Oct 11 and will be taking place every Wednesday from 2pm to 3.15pm. To sign up for the classes, scan the QR code on the poster.
Where: Taozi Tree Yoga studio, Rm 306, 3/F, Bldg D, Jinxiuyuan, 3 Xingfucun Zhonglu, Chaoyang District
When: Every Wednesday starting from Oct 11, 2-3.15pm
Price: RMB 1,080/6 weeks; RMB 200/one-time drop-in or pass for two Taozi classes
BSB Baby Group
If you’re a parent of little one aged 0-18 months, you’re welcome to join a play-date at BSB Shunyi where you get to meet other expat parents and their babies, play with age-appropriate toys, sing, create art and enjoy your time. If you prefer their Sanlitun Campus, the group is open for children 0-3 years old, and they also host a dance class and book club. RSVP required. Please scan the QR code in the poster to sign up as space is limited.
Where: The British School of Beijing (BSB) Shunyi, Early Years “Soft Play Area,” South Side, 9 Anhua Jie, Shunyi District;
The British School of Beijing (BSB) Sanlitun, 7 Sanlitun Beixiaojie, Chaoyang District
When: Oct 20, 27 from 9.30am to 10.30am (Shunyi); Every Wednesday starting Oct 18 from 9am to 10.30am (Sanlitun), Every Friday starting Nov 3 from 9am to 9.30am (Dance group), Every Monday from Oct 16 (Book club)
Price: Free
Images: Pexels, Courtesy of the organizers
