Music and movement programs
and active, musical craft fun
for children 10 months to 12 years old
Wiz Kids has:
* State of the art Kindergym equipment
* Innovative programs
* Creative equipment setups and activities
* Favourite songs and great new songs
* Lively dances * Caring leaders
* Leaders trained and registered with Gymnastics Victoria
* Different themes every two weeks
Participating in Wiz Kids classes increases your child’s:
* Balance * Flexibility * Co-ordination * Strength
* Confidence * Self-esteem * School readiness
* Willingness to try new challenges
* Gross motor skills * Fine motor skills
* Cognitive skills * Social skills
Starting the habit of regular physical activity early in life will give children a good chance of avoiding obesity and associated problems like heart disease later in life.
Wiz Kids classes provides a dedicated special time for children to play with their parents or other caregivers that they can all look forward to every week.
Wiz Kids Kindergym is affiliated to Kindergym Australia and Gymnastics Victoria. The Kindergym program at Wiz Kids Kindergym is a registered Kindergym Australia program.
Kindergym is the Gymnastics Victoria movement program for children 5 years and under and their caregiver, designed to develop the whole child, socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically in a safe, structured, multi-sensory environment.
Kindergym classes at Wiz Kids Kindergym for babies, toddlers and kinder kids provide lots of physical activity and mental stimulation. Each class includes gymnastics on special equipment, movement to music and creative play. Children two years and older make something to take home during craft time.
The Kindergym philosophy states:
* That positive movement experiences can influence a child's outlook on physical activity for life.
* That it is possible to assist in the development of the whole child, socially, emotionally, cognitively,
and physically, by providing a structured, multi-sensory environment, where the child may creatively
explore and practise skills safely, whilst developing self-confidence and self-esteem.
* That providing a fun environment in which a child and care-giver may play together is worthwhile.
Wiz Kids Kindergym was founded by Ingrid Nachtigal in 1998. Prior to that, Ingrid had six years experience as a Kindergym leader at another centre. Ingrid developed state of the art Kindergym programs for Wiz Kids that provided children with fun, challenging, stimulating opportunities to develop a wide range of skills. Her creativity inspired both parents and children.
Most inspired was Karen Lutchner, mum of wiz kids Talia and Nathan, who took over Wiz Kids Kindergym in 2003. Karen qualified as a Kindergym instructor and a gymnastics instructor, developed additional innovative programs and continually improved the services provided by Wiz Kids.
We are thrilled that Ingrid returned to Wiz Kids Kindergym in 2005 as a parent to participate in weekly classes with her daughters India, Sierra and Mika.
Early in 2006 Wiz Kids moved to new premises, at Level 1, 574A North Road, Ormond. These premises have been fully fitted out to suit Wiz Kids Kindergym. They have been designed with comfort and safety in mind and have heating and air conditioning. There are facilities for babies, toddlers and older children.
Later in 2006, Dana Young, mum of wiz kids Samantha and Alex, joined the Wiz Kids team in the role of Craft Co-ordinator. She is indeed a creative wiz! Dana has designed an amazing craft program of workshops and parties.
