- HONG KONG
Best Calming & Relaxing Activities & Classes For Kids In Hong Kong
From Yoga & Meditation To Theater & Drama Classes
Hong Kong has so many after-school activities and classes for kids for you to choose from but which ones can provide a relaxing and calm environment for your child when they need it? We’ve done the research and picked the best activities and classes in Hong Kong that are calming, help with self-regulation and focus and are discipline-inducing. If your child has ADHD, smaller class sizes are said to be better, as well as activities with little downtime.
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Explore The Great Outdoors
Nature Walks & HikesRather than being cooped up in an enclosed space after long hours in a classroom, have your child reconnect with nature, and engage in gentle exercise, all while getting their daily dose of Vitamin D. Hong Kong has some great hiking trails to explore, some of which are stroller-friendly too! Otherwise, check out The Backyard Gang and Hong Kong Forest Adventures where the little ones can explore the great outdoors in a group led by experts.
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Yoga & Mindfulness
Meditation, Breathwork & MoreYoga and mindfulness are not just for adults, kids can benefit from them too! Check out our complete yoga and mindfulness activities guide for kids and teens here, and have them stretch, re-center their minds and bodies, calm their systems and engage in breathwork. There are classes for kids as young as 2!
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Martial Arts
From Taekwondo To FencingMartial arts is a great way to teach and support focus and discipline. Taekwondo, Karate, Fencing, and Kung Fu are all great activities that will help kids concentrate on specific movements, perfect their footwork and hand-eye coordination as well as teach them breathwork. The structured environment will help them re-center, as well as teach them self-discipline and support their confidence. Check out our guide to the best martial arts classes in Hong Kong here.
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Arts & Cooking
From Paiting & Woodwork To BakingArt or cooking classes help kids focus on one thing at a time - and definitely help calm those young minds down. Art classes in Hong Kong can range from painting, pottery, photography, crafts and even woodwork. Cooking can involve baking (more suitable for the younger kids) to learning new styles of cuisines. Not only do they get to learn new skills, but these classes also improve hand-eye coordination, patience and confidence. They get to display or eat (!) what they've made! Check out the best art classes here and the best cooking classes for kids here.
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Music Classes
Learn To Play A New Instrument, Sing & MoreListening or playing music is another great way to calm the mind down and drown out the noise. Hong Kong offers some great music classes that are on the smaller size, where your child can practice their singing or musical skills and talents all while building their confidence, patience and respect for others. In the guide, we've also included where you can find private music classes where they can learn to play a new instrument.
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Drama, Theater & Acting Classes
Teaches Patience & ObservationDrama classes teach kids self-discipline and patience, how to take turns and observe, help them with their memory and definitely develop their confidence. Through role-playing kids learn about their and others' emotions, as well as body language, and nurture their creativity and imagination. Check out the best theater, drama, speech and acting classes for kids in Hong Kong here.
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