Extra Activities

(2-7 years old)

 

Aikido

Aikido for children is not just a sport. This is a way of harmonious development and formation of a strong-willed personality. The basic principle of aikido is the interaction of children with each other and the control of strength. From the early age, aikido teaches children to discipline, attentiveness and hard work. These are three essential skills that enable young learner to excel in sports and academics. As a result, open classes for parents are held annually, where children demonstrate their success. A particularly important ritual is the presentation of certificates and the assignment of a belt, each child is assigned a belt. Receiving a new belt, the child sees his growth, the results of labor and strives for new victories.

English theatre

"English Theatre" is a creative studio in English. In the classroom, children reveal their creativity and show their individuality. And all this in a foreign language! With the help of a complex of plot games and exercises, the child will learn to manage his attention and memory, as well as master the basics of stage speech both in his native language and in a foreign language. Classes are held in small groups, which allows each child to participate in the story, playing their own character. At the same time, the program is designed in such a way that the child can join the classes at any time and feel comfortable, regardless of the level of training. The year ends with a graduation performance. During the preparation for the performances, children not only improve their vocabulary and learn to play on stage, but also actively help prepare the scenery, choose a costume for their character.

Pottery

The pottery workshop is a space for creativity. In the workshop, the child independently realizes his creative idea, masters the skills of sculptural modeling and gets acquainted with various materials. Clay is a very light material by nature. The very process of sculpting and contact with the material emotionally discharges the child, children visit the studio with pleasure, getting visual results and achieving the desired goal. During classes, the teacher pays attention to each child, helps to fulfill the idea, directs and prompts. The studio regularly arranges exhibitions, where every child is happy to present his work.

Art

The visual arts program is designed for any level of children's drawing. It will be easy to get involved in classes for both children with an initial level of drawing and young talents with preparation. Thanks to exercises for drawing algorithm, kids learn how to draw in correct way and are familiar with various visual techniques and techniques. Visiting the studio of Arts, the child also learns stories about the life of artists, the features of their work and drawing techniques. Under the careful guidance of a teacher, each child can reveal his art history talent and show success in the visual arts. By attending classes, the child learn how to apply this knowledge, recognizing a familiar picture in a museum or in a book.

Sand Art (Psychological training + Sand animation)

Sand therapy combines sand animation and psychological training and is one of the most common art therapy methods. When creating a play situation, the child feels comfortable and safe, which allows him to build trusting relationships with an adult. Classes in the studio are aimed at solving important problems, namely the development of imagination and attention. Working with sand helps children to relieve inner tension, to better understand themselves and those around them, and to develop creativity. Classes “SandArt” studio are conducted by an experienced psychologist, certified specialist. Children study at special tables with lighting, learn various techniques for drawing with sand, and also use play material: small toys, natural materials, figurines, decorative elements.

Little guides

Little guides is a studio about the . In the classroom, children gain knowledge of art history and play scenes where the kids could turn into kings and emperors, architects with their own tastes and values. In the emotional memory of children, it is easy and unconstrained to store rather complex information about the sights, and they often surprise parents and others by acting as tour guides.

Polymer clay

Polymer clay - a studio in which kids are training in modeling and sculptural miniatures from polymer clay takes place. Polymer clay is a very light, soft, non-sticky material that resembles marshmallow. In group modeling lessons, children develop fine motor skills, memory, thinking and imagination. The variety of clay of different colors helps children to depict images, evenly distribute tones and shades, and accurately paint shapes.

Lego Education

Lego robotics is a modern trend in the design of bright and comfortable parts. The Lego construction set perfectly implements the idea of ​​combining learning with fun. The program is designed in such a way that the child would feel like a little design engineer, inventor and programmer. Thanks to Lego robotics, many school lessons will be given later to the child with less difficulty: from arithmetic in the lower grades to mathematics, physics and computer science in the older ones. In the classroom, children not only design, but also learn to work in a team, create and protect their projects together.

Choreography

Choreography is a classical dance studio for children of all ages. This direction contributes to the all-round development of the child, helps to reveal kid`s creative potential. A child who is engaged in dancing acquires such important skills as the ability to work harmoniously in a team, the ability to control body and emotions and mood. In the choreography studio, children are taught to be artistic, to be confident on stage. Children who visit the studio are happy to perform at concerts, participate in city competitions and always become laureates in creative nominations.

Chess

Chess for children is an exciting direction, the main task of which is to develop the intellectual capabilities of the child. During the chess lessons, children get acquainted with the basics of the game, study figures, schemes and tactics. During the introductory lessons, children are told the story of the game's appearance, they are introduced to the rules and features of chess tournaments. In addition to subject knowledge, children develop memory, logical thinking and self-discipline. During practical lessons, children learn to play one-on-one, make decisions on their own, and intelligently build the course of the game. Our students regularly participate in city tournaments, where they successfully demonstrate their skills and abilities, as well as their will to win.

Tilda the Doll

Studio "Tilda the Doll" - handicraft course for children. It is known that the more freely a child can use his fingers, the better his thinking is developed. For a child to learn how to hold a pen correctly, training is needed, and for this, working with small material is the best fit. Visiting the studio, the guys will learn how to work with a needle, get acquainted with tools, various techniques for working with fabric, threads and buttons (preparing fabric, threading a needle, fixing the thread on the fabric, sewing technique. patience, accuracy and creative approach. In the process of creativity, the child improves artistic taste and develops imagination. This approach brings up in children hard work, independence, forms the desire to do something pleasant to loved ones - a gift with their own hands.

Vocal school

Vocal School is a music studio. In the classroom, children are taught to master the voice as a special instrument. Great attention is paid to breath practicing, work on diction, development of a sense of rhythm, range and timbre disclosure. Vocal lessons contribute to the creative development of the child, individuality, hard work and diligence. In vocal lessons, the songs are carefully selected, choosing the master musical literacy.

Learning to play the guitar (ukulele)

Ukulele (Ukulele) lessons are unique in that they are taught entirely in English. This way the child not only learns an interesting musical instrument, but also practices a foreign language. In the classroom, we teach simple chords, introduce children to the variety of musical styles. In kindergarten, we independently select a guitar for each child, which makes it easy to master an unusual instrument.

Kid's Python

From a very early age our kids improve the possibilities of programming in one of the most popular modern languages Python. Children will be able to solve problems related to writing code to create their own online game. They learn the rules of coding and gain experience in creating their own character and instructions for it in a play way.

 

The child learns:

  • the basic syntax of the language;
  • code building rules;
  • learn how to solve logical problems;
  • learn to type on the keyboard.

Lessons with a Speech teacher

Teaching literacy and reading is the basis for the high-quality preparation of a child for school.

The main goal of classes with a speech teacher is semantic reading and working with text through effective techniques and tasks.

 

We offer:

  •  system of exercises for speed reading;
  •  game techniques to improve semantic reading skills;
  • development of speech skills,
  •  using modern equipment and effective simulators.

 

In addition, we guarantee:

setting and correcting sound pronunciation; improvement of the child's diction;

vocabulary enrichment.

 

Why the individua lessons are effective?

  •  increase the level of speech development; normalize the muscle tone of the organs of articulation and speech breathing with the help of speech therapy massage;
  • help to correct the speech defects;
  • eliminate the difficulties encountered when starting speech;
  •  improve the speech activity and affect positively the communication of the child.

English classes with a native speaker

The best way to learn English easily and naturally is to study language with a native speaker.

 

Lesson format:

  • use of interactive and board games, with full immersion in English;
  • acquaintance with children's fiction in English, the practice of monologue speech;
  •  development of dialogic speech through role-playing games.

 

The results will amaze you: the child will quickly overcome the language barrier, expand vocabulary, improve pronunciation and deepen knowledge about the culture of the country of the language being studied.

Math classes

Individual Math lessons affect the development of mathematical concepts and also form an intellectual culture. We solve non-standard problems, Olympiad tasks, get acquainted with mathematical terminology and perform didactic exercises.

 

Mathematics is a system of effective exercises to maintain a child's interest in science, develop his logical skills and critical thinking.

Exercise therapy

Therapeutic exercise is a set of exercises to maintain the physical tone of the child and improve the functioning of the body.

 

Important to mention that the load is selected individually for each child. Our main principle is to make the process be balanced, from simple to complex. With the help of a variety of exercises and well-chosen equipment (gymnastic sticks, rope ladders, fitballs and other simulators), we support and improve the child's condition.

Mental math

The basis of the technique is the combination of perception, memory, attention and the ability to make the quick and clear decisions. The child relies on logic and figurative thinking, which will allow him to develop both hemispheres of the brain.

 

Tasks develop the right and left hands, concentration of attention, counting, memory development, spatial thinking. Exercise helps to unlock your child's potential.

In the classroom, we are actively working with accounts and mental map (the image of an account is in the picture).

 

By development of the mental counting skill, new neural connections appear. This allows to use the brain more effectively and holistically.

The mental math class contribute to cognitive activity at school.

Rhetoric

Rhetoric is the workshop of effective speech.

 

During the classroom, we develop children's speech, learn how to express thoughts clearly, improve the vocabulary and work on articulation.

 

Each lesson is a system of exercises, including breathing exercises.

 

During the classroom:

  • We work on the pace of speech, learning tongue twisters;
  • We learn to regulate the height and strength of the voice;
  • We select rhymes for words;
  • We are working on intonational expressiveness and gestures, learning poetry.

Turkish language

The Turkish language course is designed specifically for children who want to immerse themselves in the language and culture of the country.

 

Lessons include:

  • work with textual material, performing tasks on vocabulary and grammar;
  • watching interesting videos and their discussion, songs, games, performing creative tasks in Turkish; theatrical and story games.