Looking for ideas on how to keep the kids entertained over the Winter School Holidays? We’ve partnered with some great local businesses to bring you our July School Holidays Activity Guide. Don’t forget to mention Melville Mums when booking!


Active Gym

Active Gymnastics offers a holiday program for children aged 5yr+. Children can choose from either a morning, afternoon or all day session. Morning sessions will include gymnastics, games and crafts.

Bookings: www.activegym.com.au


Baby Sensory

SPECIAL OFFER – Attend 2 consecutive trial classes for $40 (selected classes only)

Baby Sensory Term 2 is running through the July school holidays! Our Jungle Jitters class and Winter Weather themes will keep you and baby engaged through the holiday break. Simply head to our website to book your place in any of our Term 2 classes. All prices are automatically calculated to only charge you for the remaining number of weeks left in the term.
https://www.babysensory.com.au/southperth-wa/

Want to try it out before committing to a whole term?

Now offering 2 consecutive trial classes for $40, in selected TERM 2 classes:
Mondays 10:30am at Melville for 0-9 month olds
Wednesdays 9:30am at Melville for 3-13 month olds
Wednesdays 12:30am at Melville for 0-9 month olds
Thursdays at 1pm at East Vic Park for 0-13 month olds


Buds and Blooms

SPECIAL OFFER – 10% discount when you mention Melville Mums

A holiday program for girls to express creatively while connecting mindfully with others in a safe, supportive and nurturing environment.

Buds sessions for girls K-Yr 6 creating magical flower crowns, fairy gardens, fairy attractor wall hangings and a bouquet of flowers in a vase.  

Blooms sessions for girls Yr 6-Yr 10 creating beautiful fresh flower crowns, dreamcatchers, succulent gardens and a raw crystal mandala.

Sessions run for 3 hours in a beautiful garden and studio setting in East Fremantle. Each session starts with a gentle meditation, a reflective sharing time, mindfully producing their gorgeous creation in a non-competitive environment, baking a treat to share as a group to end our session.  

Please contact Julie 0413411865 for more information. 

Sessions start at $70 for 3 hours with all inclusions.

SPECIAL OFFER – 10% discount when you mention Melville Mums


CircusWA

School is out, Zoom is off and circus is in the Big Top! Kids will love to learn new skills, play with other circus enthusiasts and get active in our great school holiday program.

Winter Circus Programs for all Monday 6th – Friday 17th July

Flip and Fly Circus for ages 5 to 8

Encourage your kids to flip and fly with CircusWA this winter holidays. They will love the non-stop fun as they clown around, play with other circus enthusiasts, and get active. Our professional circus artists will guide your kids safely as they learn a variety of circus skills: spinning plates, flower sticks, hula hoops, aerial trapeze, trampoline, tight-wire and acrobatics. Watch and experience the benefits of circus skills as they grow your child’s hand-eye coordination, flexibility and strength.

When: July 8, 9, 10 all sessions from 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Cost: $29.00 / session or $75 / full course

3 Days at the Big Top for ages 7 to 12

School is out, but Circus is in!
If you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like to be a circus performer then this workshop is for you! Learn or improve your skills in Unicycle, Juggling, Acrobatics, Static Trapeze, Rope and more. On the last day, perform in your own circus show for an audience of friends and family.

When: July 13 ,14 and 15 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 12:45PM-2:45PM
Cost: Running as 2 sessions per day. $90 for 3 days of 1 session (eg. 3 mornings) $160 for 3 days all sessions (3 mornings and 3 afternoons). Use the code DOUBLETROUBLE to book all sessions for $160

Big Top Circus Skills for Kids
for ages 7 to 12

Come and find out what it’s like to learn and play under the Freo Big Top. A great opportunity to explore skills in acrobatics, aerials, tightwire and juggling. Two sessions to choose from, or do both days for maximum benefit. WARNING! your children may get hooked on circus.

When: July 6 & 7 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Cost: $30/session or $60/course

Boys Circus
for ages 8+

Climbing high, challenging gravity, and risk taking can be the natural calling for many boys. Rather than protect them from this, why not bring them to a place which shares this calling – The Circus! In our specially designed program your boys will learn how to fulfil their ambitions within a safe environment surrounded by inspirational circus men.
Circus is a dynamic activity filled with a multitude of exciting feats of physicality to choose from. In this three session program we’ll introduce participants to the circus arts of Tumbling, Trampoline, Chinese pole, Rope and Group Acrobatics.
When:July 8, 9 and 10 from 1PM – 3PM
Cost: $90/ full course

Intro to Aerials
for ages 8+

Ever wondered what it’s like to move above adoring crowds?
Our 3 session progressive aerial intensive will introduce participants to static trapeze and aerial silk. In this class you will cover techniques for building strength, flexibility and coordination and then be guided through a number of movements to ascend, descend and control your apparatus
When: July 8, 9 and 10 from 10:45AM – 12:45PM
Cost: $90/ full course

Intro to Acrobatics
for ages 8+
New to acrobatics and no gymnastics training?
Want to enhance your physical strength while learning new spectacular skills, then this is the class for you. During this three session introduction you’ll learn the fundamentals of tumbling, body movement, acro-balance and trampoline.
When: July 8, 9 and 10 from 10:45AM – 12:45PM
Cost: $90/ full course

Chinese Pole Reboot (10+)
Open Level (not suitable for absolute beginners)

A post COVID-19 circus skills reboot for intermediate level Chinese pole students.
When: July 7, 8 and 9 from 6:45PM – 7:45PM
Cost: $30/session or $80/ full course

Aerials Reboot
Intermediate level

A post COVID-19 circus skills reboot for intermediate level aerials students.
When: July 7, 8 and 9 from 5:15PM – 6:45PM
Cost: $35/session or $85/ full course

Acrobatics Reboot
Intermediate level

A post COVID-19 circus skills reboot for intermediate level acrobatics students.
When: July 7, 8 and 9 from 5:15PM – 6:45PM
Cost: $35/session or $85/ full course

Website: www.circuswa.com/holiday-programs/


Code Camp

Where parents find fun school holiday camps and activities, that empower your kids to design, code and create, and spark a passion so they can go and change the world with a smile on their face. More than 90,000 kids have loved Code Camp so far!

Your 5 to 12-year-old will have the most fun and epic journey learning the skills of the future! Each course is designed to empower your kids to design, code, and problem-solve, as they create their very own apps, games and websites. 

Face-to-face sessions are being held at All Saints’ College, or you can enrol in their new virtual holiday camps.

Head to the Code Camp website for all the course details and to enrol.


Elite Cricket Training

Special Offer 1 – mention Melville Mums at time of booking and bring a friend along free to the first session! That means two for one if this is your first session with us.

Special Offer 2 – mention Melville Mums at time of booking and receive $10 off an additional one-on-one coaching session before or after the program (normally $25, now $15 for the 45 minute session).

Get the kids into some healthy activity and the chance to improve their skills and knowledge of cricket. Half and Full Day sessions run every weekday of the School Holidays from just $35 per person!

Our morning programs run for 3 hours – 9:00am-12:00pm and include warmup & Warm down, 4X30minute sessions plus morning tea. Where possible, we will place students of similar age/ability in smaller groups with appropriate exercises and activities. Students can also receive an additional 1-on-1 skill specific 45min session before or after any half-day program for $25 per session.

Morning Program $35 p.p. (3 Session Multipass $90; 5 Session Multipass $125)

Our full day programs run every weekday of the school holidays for 7 hours – 9am-4:00pm. Each program is structured around a number of 25-40 minute skill specific sessions plus morning, afternoon tea and a healthy lunch. 

Where possible, we will place students of similar age/ability in smaller groups with appropriate exercises and activities. 

We rotate the activities and the theory sessions for the full day sessions so that students can take up multiple consecutive or non-consecutive days at a discounted rate and receive complementary instruction with minimal repetition. 

Students can also receive an additional 1-on-1 skill specific 45min session before or after any day program for $25 per session.

We offer early drop off (8.30am) and late pickup (5.00pm). For extended times beyond these please consult staff as we can organise activities but advance notice is required and a small fee may be attached.

Day Programs $70 p.p. (3 Session Multipass $180; 5 Session Multipass $250)

We have a number of programs in place, however, we are happy to set up a customised programme for a group at time of booking where specific areas of development are of interest. 

If you are booking for a group of 5 or more, we will discount the day rate by 15%.

All programs are designed and overseen by Cricket Australia qualified coaches, and all ECT staff involved with the programs have Working with Children cards and Senior First Aid.

We also offer pickup and drop off services from Cockburn Central train station or your home in our 7 seat commercial passenger licensed and insured ECT vehicle. There is an additional charge for this service depending on distance from the centre and number of players requiring pickup. Please enquire for more information.

Website: www.elitecrickettraining.com.au
Email: BOOKINGS@ELITECRICKETTRAINING.COM.AU

Special Offer 1 – mention Melville Mums at time of booking and bring a friend along free to the first session! That means two for one if this is your first session with us.

Special Offer 2 – mention Melville Mums at time of booking and receive $10 off an additional one-on-one coaching session before or after the program (normally $25, now $15 for the 45 minute session).


Fighting Power Gym

FREE School Holiday Program!

It’s terrifying how children are impacted by BULLYING! Seeing all these news articles on how VIOLENT schools have become makes us as parents feel helpless!!!!

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! We have made a stance to educate parents and children to STAND STRONG Against Bullying.

We are running an exclusive FREE Anti-bullying and Self Defence Program during the school holidays!

SPOTS ARE LIMITED

We have a PROVEN method to help your child develop the resilience and confidence to not become a VICTIM!

The kids will LEARN:

  • Who to turn to for help
  • How to build confidence
  • How to deal with bullying
  • How to stand up for themselves
  • Simple but practical self-defence

THE PROGRAM WILL INCLUDE;

  • Anti-bullying
  • Thai Boxing basics & fundamentals
  • Self Defence
  • Strength & Fitness
  • Team building & challenges
  • Dodgeball
  • Games, prizes & more

Tuesday 7th and 14th July
Thursday 9th and 16th July

4 to 8 year olds 10am to 11am
9 to 16 year olds 11am to 12pm

Attend as many classes as you would like. Contact us to register.

Website: www.fightingpower.com.au
Email: info@fightingpower.com.au


IntotheMask Theatre

SPECIAL OFFER – $25 for one day or $45 for two days

Website: www.intothemask.com/school-holiday-drama-workshops


Junior Goals

SPECIAL OFFER – 10% off for Melville Mums! Use code: Bola10

INDOOR LOCATION – SAFE & SECURE LOCATION! 
DROP AND LEAVE!
MORNING TEA PROVIDED FROM THE FUTSAL CAFE!

Two Age Groups:
5-7 year olds
8-11 year olds

*INFLATABLE FUN!
*FUN GAMES
*WORLD CUP/ CHAMPION’S LEAGUE SOCCER TOURNAMENT 
*HEALTHY MORNING TEA INCLUDED
*MEDALS FOR EACH CHILD!

Children to wear shorts/ top and sneakers/ indoor boots.
Please bring a drink bottle.

And then parents… you can drop and run!
Or stick around at the Futsal Cafe with some friends!

SPECIAL OFFER – 10% off for Melville Mums! Use code: Bola10

For Session dates/times please go to: https://juniorgoals.com/activity/July-School-Holiday-Program-/Bibra-Lake-Pro-Futsal-Centre


Kids Get Crafty

Monday 6th July

Workshop Title: Kids Get Crafty: School Holiday Workshop (2 – 5 years)

Workshop Theme: Elmer the Elephant

Workshop Description: Inspired by David McKee’s colourful creation, Elmer, Kids Get Crafty brings a workshop based on the original storybook and illustrations.
Join your child as they create a herd of patterned elephants, a moving parts picture and a gorgeous tote bag.
Participants can expect to learn skills in art + crafts, including:

– Fine motor control and scissor skills
– Basic colour theory
– Sponge painting
– Stencilling
– Fabric panting
– Basic design process

No prior experience necessary. 

As this is an extended class, we will break midway for some games and refreshment to allow for little attention spans.

Parent Participation: Required

Location: Heathcote Cultural Precinct – 58 Duncraig Road, Applecross

Workshop Duration: 1.5 hours

Price: $55 – All materials provided in class

Participants Take Home: An individually designed and painted fabric tote bag, sponge painted Elmer the Elephant and friends, a moving parts picture.

What to Bring: All materials and equipment provided in class.

For bookings visit csoca.net/bookings


Kidz ‘n Sport

SPECIAL OFFER – Mention Melville Mums to receive a free Kidz ‘n Sport footy

Boys and Girls, come and have heaps of fun at a Kidz ‘n Sport Holiday Program.

In small groups, kids are taken through a wide range of games and activities aimed at developing catching, throwing, running, agility as well as learning the skills of AFL footy, hockey, netball and soccer.

Build your confidence, make new friends and have a ball doing it.

Dates: Monday 13th – Friday 17th July
Venue: Marmion Reserve, Myaree
Ages: 3 – 8 years
Time: 9:30am – 11:00am (3-4 yr olds)
9:30am – 12:30pm (5-8 yr olds)

SPECIAL OFFER – Mention Melville Mums to receive a free Kidz ‘n Sport footy

For additional information head to www.kidznsport.com.au or contact Mike on 0417923084 / mikelee@kidznsport.com.au


Tennis Factory

Keep your kids active these school holidays with tennis camps at East Fremantle Lawn Tennis Club for kids age 4-14 years . The tennis camps are our most popular programs – the kids love it and can’t help but improve with the number of balls they hit during the week!  

You can enrol your child for a full week or pick and choose any number of days to suit your schedule. There are even half-mornings for the younger children to attend.

We will also be running our Advanced Junior Clinic at East Fremantle LTC to cater for 9 to 16 year olds participating in pennants and/or tournaments.

Head to the Tennis Factory website for all the details and to enrol in our July school holiday programs.


The Dance Collective

Find out where hip hop came from, how it evolved, learn the foundation moves, discover your freestyle and finish with a choreographed piece to perform at the end!

Hip Hop Intensive Holiday Workshops
Thursday 16 July 

Junior 9-12yrs
9am – 12pm

Teens 12yrs-17yrs
1pm – 4pm

$49 

Book now www.thedancecollective.com.au/workshops

Or call 0448 788 346 to speak to one of our friendly team members.


YOGAZEIT

SPECIAL OFFER – Receive 10% off when you mention Melville Mums

This mindful Yoga and Art Workshop empowers Tween Girls (aged approx 7-12) with practices to support:

  • Resilience
  • Body Awareness & Acceptance
  • Emotion Regulation
  • Connection & Community building
  • Kindness & Empathy

This three and a half hour School Holiday Workshop includes Yoga movement, Relaxation, Mindfulness Meditation (including activities to learn to design your own mindfulness), Art and Craft (we’ll use paint to support creative expression and will also design our own breathing bracelets/ mandalas) and much more.

BYO Mat, blanket/pillow, healthy and nutritious Morning Tea/lunch, water.

Strictly limited spots.

From $35 per child.
Pricing Includes Yogini Tshirt

SPECIAL OFFER – Receive 10% off when you mention Melville Mums

Booking and info at www.yogazeit.com.au/classes/kids-and-teens


Don’t forget to join us in the Melville Mums Facebook group and see how other local mums will be entertaining their kids over the holidays.

Make sure to check out our Term 3 Activity Guide for term-based kids classes and activities in the local area.

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