Is your child TECH-dependent?
Is your child tech-dependent?
Aside from Good Academics, Socialization skills, High EQ and IQ… there is one more thing we need our kids to have more of, that we often overlook… SWEAT!
Sounds unsanitary but TRUE. More and more kids spend their free time watching TV, playing game consoles like wii, Playstation, PSP, Ninendo DS, listening to their Ipod, Watching youtube videos, playing farmville on facebook and chatting with their virtual friends 
Gone are the days of a lazy Saturday or Sunday afternoon playing tag, basketball or other activities that are physical. Thanks to the recent Blackout that hit Metro Manila, I realized how important this is. My son is 10 years old, has a “DIY” basketball court, 3 basketballs, a punching bag, a scooter, a dog and a little brother to play with but he kept whining about how “Boring” it was because of the blackout. He was so used to keeping himself busy with these tech stuff. Sadly, I think my son is starting to be TECH-dependent. I said “starting” because in fairness to him, he did play with his little brother for 30 minutes to 1 hour, I think. And also played with his other baby brother for around 1 hour. But after that… he was out of ideas on how to entertain himself.
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Taekwondo class at Gymplus Starmall
It’s a good thing that my sister in law took the initiative a year ago to enroll him to a Taekwondo class* and it has done him wonders. Now he has a stronger physical body and immune system. He gets less cough or colds. I realized that his Tech-dependency would have been worse if he didn’t have Taekwondo. Now he is a bluebelter and a very confident boy (makes him somewhat “bully-proof”). In each session (2 hours every Saturday and Sunday), he sweats a lot with all the cardio exercises and learns to be alert during sparring time.
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I think It’s about time to get these kids of their generation to move… play… literally sweat!
This will help them live a healthier lifestyle PLUS it can balance out the tech-dependency, since it is very hard to avoid. Not only will you save on meds for cough/colds, you will also save on absences in school and the trips to school to help your kid deal with the bully.
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What have you done to keep your kids busy or physically active lately? Please share to help other parents too.
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*Taekwondo class - GYMPLUS, Starmall EDSA cor. Shaw Blvd. / P1,200 per month / 2 hours every Saturday & Sunday
For more information: Sir Anton – 09194264493
Classic Easter at Whitespace
Heartwarming Traditions and Wholesome Fun!
In our hectic days of juggling between work and home, we sometimes forget the essence of family time. Take a breather during the holiday weekend and bring your whole family to a classic Easter fair.
On Sunday, April 4, 9:00am-2:00pm, take part in The Big Easter Egg Hunt at Whitespace. Located at 2314 Chino Roces Avenue Extension (formerly Pasong Tamo Extension) in Makati, Whitespace will transform into a captivating Easter wonderland replete with a delightful Easter Brunch by Cibo d’M, an interactive storytelling musicale “Stories from a Suitcase” by Clowning Around, and not one but two Amazing Easter Egg Hunts.
Kids will take part in Egg-and-Spoon Races and vie for the treasure chest of gold chocolate coins in the Egg Painting Competition. At Enchanted Kingdom’s Easter Playground, everyone can snuggle up with the lovable Wizard and Princess Victoria. More fascinating activities and photo opportunities await kids at Jollibee’s interactive Jollitown.
Daddies who wish to take it easy will cozy up with doughnuts and coffee at the Krispy Kreme Lounge, while Mommies will delight with their fabulous finds at the Kiddie Bazaar Lane. There will be loads of goodies to please every type of foody. And for the dynamic guests, there will be awesome Mini Coopers to test drive. Even dog-lovers will enjoy chilling-out with their pets at the Urban Doggies’ Spa and Lounge.
Kids will surely head home with plump goody bags and heaps of memorable experiences. The Big Easter Egg Hunt is presented by Whitespace and GBA Events Asia in partnership with Enchanted Kingdom, Jollibee Foods Corporation, Mini Philippines, and Cibo d’M Signature Caterer for the benefit of the Sa Aklat Sisikat Foundation.
Tickets now on sale at PhP 350.00 / kid inclusive of egg hunt, goody bag, treat and raffle, and PhP 200 / adult inclusive of raffle at Whitespace and GBA Events Asia: Penthouse Unit 7 Manila Bank Building 6772 Ayala Avenue Makati City. Call 556 0774, 556 0533, 0920 211 3878 for free ticket deliveries within Makati City.
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If you’d like more information about this topic, please contact Ms Kassy Pajarillo,
Event Coordinator, at 556 0774, 556 0533, 0915 316 2252, mktpajarillo@gbaeventsasia.com
Your child may be the next Tiger Woods
You will never know what your child might be capable of until you let them try and experience new stuff. Don’t limit yourself to swimming, piano lessons and arts… Why not try Golf ? Check this out:
KinderGolf is a world-class Premiere and Proprietary Golf Academy for children 2-7 years old with outlets in U.S., Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. KinderGolf Philippines’ first outlet is located at Unit 410 Level 4, Shangri-La Plaza Mall, EDSA corner Shaw Boulevard, Mandaluyong City. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.kindergolf.com/
As a background, KinderGolf is a revolutionary approach in preschooler golf instruction that introduces golf to very young children in a fun, safe and innovative way with a proven, creative children specific teaching methodology and quality instructional aid. Each Kindergolfer is groomed to play golf with solid fundamentals based on the Kindergolf developmental system, with its proprietary curriculum, books, and learning aids.
All programs are designed based on the KinderGolf Developmental System (KDS) – a proven golf instructional methodology specially developed for very young children form ages two to seven (2-7) – taking into account the unique physical, mental and psychological developmental stages of the preschoolers learning framework.
KINDERGOLF BASE PROGRAMS:
Tiny Tee (2 to 3 years old) Fun program for very young toddlers to nurture ball sense, feel for the golf swing and general motor skills development. Parents are encouraged to join the class for greater parent-child bonding.
Kinder Junior Tee (3 to 5 years old) For independent young toddlers to develop ball sense, physical coordination, feel for the golf swing and techniques, usually geared for outdoors, golf course and competitions.
Kinder Tee (5 to 7 years old) Designed to develop feel for the golf swing, with emphasis on golf techniques, swing mechanics and game management, geared for outdoors, golf course and competitions.
KinderGolf programs do not only enhance the golf skills but also nurture mental skills and life skills as well, such as discipline, focus, integrity, confidence, independence and responsibility. Through the KinderGolf programs, a child increases his attention span, ability to receive instructions, ability to shareand help – making them well rounded individuals for building strong families and better communities.
For more information: Visit their website at www.kindergolf.com
