On the Coast – Families Issue 103 I December 19/January 20 | Page 33

games specifically allocated for your child’s ‘free play’ growth. Before you find your bias towards one or the other, think about your child’s developmental needs and how each of these elements are essential to their mental and physical growth. Kids need a sense of security in the ‘familiarity’. They like to know what’s happening and what’s going to come next. A repetitive structure aids their security and helps them to engage in an activity because of the predictability. Even as adults we like to know what’s going to happen next, so imagine the importance to a child who hasn’t quite figured out the big world and is still trying to piece it together slowly. Kids also need lots of fun and freedom to roam to discover the world. Every child needs a little of both kinds of play. So, next time you bring your child to a Ready Steady Go class have a lookout BOOK YOUR FREE TRIAL NOW! for these two elements and then take a breather knowing that your child is in a secure place that feeds their creativity, while developing their gross motor skills for the years ahead. The best part about READY STEADY GO KIDS is you can BOOK a FREE TRIAL CLASS at one of our venues around the Coast. Classes now start from 18 months to 6 years for age appropriate progressive classes. Why not come and see what all the hype is about and get on board with an award-winning program. Locations include: ƒ ƒ The Football Grounds – Erina ƒ ƒ Terrigal Public School ƒ ƒ Peninsula Leisure Centre ƒ ƒ Charmhaven Indoor Sports Centre For more information or to book your trial or spot in the classes, head to www.readysteadygokids.com.au and join our Facebook group “ready steady go kids central coast” Looking forward to meeting you all Coach Vanessa and Team. 3  “Most Improved Franchise in Australia” 3  “High Performance Group RSGK” 3  “What’s On 4 Kids Award Australia – Best Preschool Activity” Awaken your child to the thrill of sport We are Australia’s largest multi-sport program for 1.5–6 year olds! • Learn the basics of 10 great sports • Low child/coach ratios • Physio-designed, structured & FUN! Franchise opportunities available readysteadygokids.com.au 1300 766 892 DECEMBER 19/JANUARY 20 – ISSUE 103 33