Kids and Teens
We passionately believe in introducing our youngsters to a healthy, varied and active lifestyle as early as possible. With this in mind, we have created a variety of activities, therapies and events specifically designed to meet the needs of children and teenagers.
Summer Fun Programmes
Kids Capoiera
In the week of the 16th August, reCentre and the Dance De Liberade Capoeira school are offering an exciting 1 week introduction to Capoiera for children. Capoiera is a mixture of modern dance and martial arts, it does not involve any contact but involves some very fun moves, rhythm movement to brazilian style music. There are some great videos of children's capoiera on youtube - email the team at info@recentre-health.co.uk ,we can send you the link. Children can be at the reCentre as long as a parent is a maximum of 5 minutes away (our teachers are all first aid qualified and CRB checked and the reception team's checks are currently in process, please ask us for more details on 020 8672 4455). Classes will run from 2.00pm for ages 4-7 and 3.00pm for ages 8-12 finishing at 4.00pm each afternoon.
Children will learn the basic movements of Capoiera, some of the history of the activity in taught in an interactive way. The Dance Da Liberade team have been teaching classes in the south London area for 10 years. The cost of the course is £60 per child for the whole week, and there is a £15 early bird discount for bookings made before the 31st July.
In September we will begin weekly after school classes. For more details on Capoeria see below. To book your children onto the course please call us on 020 8672 4455.
Children's Ballet Classes with Della Bhujoo
This introductory course aims to introduce your child to the basic techniques of traditional ballet. The course aims to help your child develop their co-ordination, imagination, balance and flexibility. Basic ballet positions and steps will be taught through a combination of dance, music and stories. As well as learning the basic techniques of classical ballet, your child will develop grace, poise and self-discipline and continue to learn important social skills needed when interacting with other children and adults. The course also aims to stimulate your child's listening skills, as they learn to identify basic rhythms and repeat simple clapping patterns. Most importantly, your child will develop an instinctive joy of movement and freedom of expression. Suitable for Girls or Boys aged between 4-7 years old who wish to explore the fun and exciting world of music and movement.
About Della Bhujoo
Della trained at Laine Theatre Arts & Performers Dance College where she gained her I.S.T.D Teachers associate. Since leaving college she has worked with Kylie, SClub, Robbie W and many more on tours, pop videos and on Top of the Pops, CDUK, T4 and many more shows. She has toured the world on a promo tour with Sarah Brightman and danced for Beyonce, 50 Cent and as one of Kanye West's golden girls at the Brit Awards. Since 2003 she's been working as a choreographer for Thomson Holidays, Suncruises, and BBC1s Kerching! Della has also body doubled for the character Parvarti Patel on all the Harry Potter movies. Della has over 16 years teaching experience working with industry professionals and bringing dance to local communities that have minimal access to the arts.
Please contact us to register for classes starting in September.
Kid's Capoeira
Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that was developed over 500 years ago by slaves when they were taken from Africa to Brazil. Capoeira is a unique martial art that incorporates mental awareness, physical strength and flexibility, musicality, acrobatics and dance. In Capoeira, there is little physical contact between capoeiristas and most movements are made to evade opponents. The "Jogo de Capoeira" (game of Capoeira) can be really won by knowing your opponent and outwitting them.
Today, made popular by various activities including the BBC's interim adverts Capoeira is used widely as part of general education programmes, as part of sport training, particularly in football and in physiotherapy. The active barefoot activity that requires agility of mind and body is excellent for good development.
The rich cultural history of capoeira is a vital part of it and we teach students about both the origins of capoeira and about its role in Brazilian history, and how it continues to be used today.
Students form a roda, or circle, and take turns playing musical instruments (such as the Berimbau), singing, or ritually "sparring" in pairs in the center of the circle. The sparring is marked by fluid acrobatic play, feints, takedowns, and with extensive use of leg sweeps, kicks, and headbutts. The activity is non-contact based and students are well prepared before they begin facing one another to "spar"
Music is integral to capoeira. It sets the tempo and style of game that is to be played within the roda. The music is composed of instruments and song. The tempos differ from very slow to very fast. Many of the songs are sung in a call and response format while others are in the form of a narrative.
In September we will begin weekly classes. During the 10 week programme, students will: - learn the basic movements of capoeira - learn a range of songs in Portuguese and Yoruba - have an understanding of the cultural and historical context of capoeira - learn songs and phrases in Portuguese - improve team skills and self confidence - be able to improvise routines and 'play' with an opponent - take part in a performance - receive a Certificate of Achievement
If students continue training for 20 weeks, they will be able to take part in the Batizado (grading ceremony). During the Batizado, students will be called to play against masters from Brazil and will be awarded their first belt and grade 1 certificate.
Classes
Keep an eye on our timetable for details of kid-specific classes. Teenagers are welcome to join our adult classes.
If you are looking for classes and treatments for babies or toddlers, please see our Parent & Child section which also has details of our pre- and post-natal services.
Keeping them healthy: Treatments and Therapies
Most of our treatments are suitable for children and teenagers. For a full list of the therapies we offer, please click here. If you are unsure about which of our therapies could help your child, please contact us so we can advise you.
Therapists who have a speciality in treating children include our Nutrition Therapist, Katie Dick who is an expert on childhood eczema and Valerie Hartland, a child art psychotherapist who offers EMDR to help under 18's with phobia, anxiety and trauma.
Our team of teachers are CRB checked and checks are in process for our reception as well.
