Our Program - Funkeynastix

"Physical Literacy is the ability to move with competence and confidence in a wide variety of physical activities in multiple environments that benefit the development of the whole child!"

The International Physical Literacy Association, May 2014. Tweet

What We Do:

Using our specialised gymnastic and hand equipment we aim to develop your child’s physical literacy which is a collection of basic movement and sports skills.

RUNNING, JUMPING, SKIPPING, CATCHING, THROWING, KICKING, BALANCE, STRENGTH, SPEED, AGILITY, FLEXIBILITY and CARDIO VASCULAR FITNESS are examples of these skills.

The earlier your child learns these skills correctly the more confident they become to participate in ALL sports. This confidence will affect every aspect of their life including academic and social skills.

Research has shown that without physical literacy children are more likely to be physically inactive, which can lead to lower self esteem, poor social skills, lower academic achievement and possible health problems.

Our program promotes a healthy lifestyle:

How We Do It:

Qualified instructors follow structured lesson plans which aim to develop basic movement and sport skills.

Classes are age-appropriate for boys and girls.
2.5 years to 6 years.
Classes are held once per week and are between 30 min – 45 min depending on age.

Funkeynastix Instructors are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and hold all relevant certification including current first aid and police clearance certificates
Instructors bring Funkeynastix gymnastic and hand equipment to class to teach gross motor and fine motor skills in a fun and active way
Equipment is changed frequently as each new skill is mastered
Classes are progressive allowing each child to move at their own pace and learn skills within the scope of their own capabilities
Each lesson includes music and discussion of healthy living habits
Through the structure of the lesson children develop social skills and learn to work as a team and respect their class mates
We aim to build confidence and positive self esteem which is achieved through our reward program
Children will receive a certificate at the end of each term , at the end of each year a development assessment report is issued
We aim to keep the children motivated by mastering skills which develops their self confidence and keeps them coming back for more