Shunyi Happenings: Ice Rink, The Children’s House, Swimming Club, After School Activities

A new ice rink has opened up close to Quanfa Garden, dedicated to ice hockey training and coaching. The Children’s House has a few spaces left at their Montessori school, based in Yosemite. Firepower Swimming Club have released their kids swim program, and after school activities at House of Knowledge (HoK) start on September 15, with lots of fun classes available for both HoK students and those from the wider community.

 

Center Ice Asia has opened a new ice rink at Quanfa Garden. Center Ice Asia is an organization created to develop the sport of ice hockey, through a variety of on-ice and off-ice training activities. Whether it’s learning to play, skating on the treadmill, or elite training, this new facility provides players with a safe indoor environment. It has one of the only skating treadmills in Asia, as well as a synthetic ice surface. Their certified team of international hockey specialists has designed Center Ice programs to develop player’s technical skills, knowledge of the game, and the value of team sports. Programs start in early September. Haotai Ice Sports Center Maquanying, Quanfa Garden North Gate, Chaoyang District (8575 9826, cdracz@gmail.com) www.centericeasia.com

 

A few spaces remain for the new semester at The Children’s House. With a history of more than 23 years in Beijing, The Children’s House is an established, small community, family school with various locations in Beijing, including Yosemite Villas in Shunyi. They accept children from 1-6 years old and have flexible schedules of morning only programs (8.30-11.20am), half-day programs (8.30am-1pm), and full day programs (8.30am-3.20pm.) They also have an after-school program, that runs until 4pm. Classes maintain a low teacher to child ratio, in a fully equipped Montessori environment, and all classrooms are equipped with air purification units. For more information (8041 7083, paulazhou@montessoribeijing.com) www.montessoribeijing.com

 

Beijing Firepower was established in 2009, focused on helping young swimmers to improve their swimming technique and ability. Their fall program runs from October 1-December 21, and includes different sessions for different levels of ability. Small Sharks is suitable for 4-6 year olds, with the Swim Gold/Silver/Bronze Team suitable for 6 years old and over. Kids can swim one, two, three, or four times per week, and sessions are held at Lemon Lake and Yosemite. For more information contact (8047 8581, club@firepowerclub.com) www.firepowerclub.com

The fall program of after school classes at HoK, Quanfa Campus begins September 15, and includes a range of activities from football and kung fu, to learning magic, and making music. To register, please call (6431 8452, qf@hokschools.com) www.hokschools.com

Start Date: September 15, 2014

Age: 3-6 years

Mondays and Fridays 3.45-4.45pm

Cost: RMB 1,800/term

Laoshi Salida has been playing the Piano for over 12 years and is experienced in teaching the Piano to children using the John Thompson Piano course. The student will have the full attention of the teacher as they follow this comprehensive step-by-step course specifically designed to suit the needs of all children beginning the piano.

 

Start Date: September 15, 2014

Age: 4-7 years

Cost: 1,440/term

Each week students will learn the skills and knowledge of a new magic trick and get to take it home.

 

Start Date: September 15, 2014

Age: 3-6 years

Cost: 1,200/term

Students will explore various kinds of movement activities including, dance, gymnastics, calisthenics, and much more.

 

Start Date: September 16, 2014

Age: 10 moths-3 years

Cost: RMB 1,800/term, including a music CD

Focus on musical movement, singing, and dancing. The sessions will incorporate different instruments, twirling, drumming, and clapping along to the music.

 

Start Date: September 16, 2014

Age: 3-6 years

Tuesdays 3.45-4.45pm

Cost: RMB 1,800/term, including a music CD

Developing knowledge of music and instruments, children will learn how to sing and play alone, and in a group.

 

Start Date: September 16, 2014

Age: 3-5 years

Cost: RMB 1,200/term

This playgroup will aim to develop your child’s sense of balance, co-ordination, and agility, within a play-based setting.

 

Start Date: September 17, 2014

Age: 4-6 years

Wednesdays 3.45-4.30pm

Cost: RMB 1,200/term

Chinese Traditional Tales are a good way to learn about Chinese culture and language. Spread over 11 lessons, four Traditional Chinese tails are brought to life, through fun stories, drama, painting, and finger rhymes.

 

Start Date: September 17, 2014

Age: 3-7 years

Cost: 1,560/term

Kids can discover the full potential of their body and learn to find a focus and calm within themselves. The classes are full of fun, and great for concentration.

 

Start Date: September 18, 2014

Age: 4.5-7 years

Thursdays 3.45-4.30pm

Cost: RMB 1,880/term. Includes uniform (shirt, shorts, socks, shin pads, bag, and a water bottle)

ClubFootball programs teach fundamental football skills in a fun environment and are open to boys and girls. All courses are taught by ClubFootball’s team of 12 full-time FA/UEFA qualified coaches with additional coaching assistants where required.

 

Start Date: September 18, 2014

Age: 5-8 years

Cost: RMB 1,440/term

Packed with crazy experiments and creations, Learn how everyday household items can be turned into bottle rockets, boats, slime, and much more.

 

Start Date: September 19, 2014

Age: 5-7 years

Cost: RMB 1,200/term

Origami from ori meaning “folding”, and kami meaning “paper”. Each week the instructor will guide the students though age-appropriate origami. Starting with some very easy origami, and building their way up to some slightly harder models.

Start Date: September  19, 2014

Age: 3.5-6 years

Fridays 3.45-4.45pm

Cost: RMB 1,440/term

Taught by a real Shaolin Temple Kung Fu Master, this active class focuses on teaching student’s self-confidence, self-discipline, and respect.