What is Movement Academy?
Movement Academy is one of the most fun and affordable after school programs for your child.
For Term 2 our Movement Co founder Jacob will be working with our Head of Parkour Ben to develop the 9 week program with coach Naiden stepping up to Head Kids Coach and Celia, Bec and Jorge continuing to assist classes.
Our team have a broad range of experience across Parkour, Gymnastics, Climbing and Fitness.
When is Movement Academy?
Term 2, 2018
9 Week Program
Monday 30th April to Saturday 30th June 2018
Monday
4:00 - 5:00pm (7-8 years)
5:00 - 6:00pm (9-12 years)
Tuesday
4:00 - 5:00pm (5-6 years)
5:00 - 6:00pm (7-8 years)
Wednesday
4:00 - 5:00pm (7-8 years)
5:00 - 6:00pm (9-12 years)
Thursday
4:00 - 5:00pm (5-6 years)
5:00 - 6:00pm (9-12 years)
Friday
4:00 - 5:00pm (9-12 years)
5:00 - 6:00pm (9-12 years EXPERIENCED)
Saturday
11:00 - 12:00pm (5-6 years)
12:00 - 1:00pm (7-8 years)
1:30 - 2:30pm (9-12 years)
How much does it cost?
1 CLASS PER WEEK
- Ages 5-12
- Valid for 9 Movement Academy classes during Term 2
2 CLASSES PER WEEK
- Ages 5-12
- Valid for 18 Movement Academy classes during Term 2
FIRST CLASS
- Ages 5-12
- Valid for 1 Movement Academy class during Term 2
- Can only be used ONCE
How to book?
Simply click on the GREEN "Book Class" button for the class you wish to book and then create a profile (or login if returning student).
NOTE: If booking two or more children please LOGOUT before booking the second child.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have come up with this list of common questions from parents to put you at ease so you know your favourite little people are in the best hands.
We want your children to learn awesome new skills and have an amazing time. But we are also very serious about helping them develop in a safe and comfortable environment.
How long are the classes?
60 minutes
Can you attend more than one session per week?
Yes. Simply book your child in for the 2 class per week option.
What if you can't attend on a given day?
You may make up session on another day within the same Term provided there is space in the class.
What if I have more than 1 child?
We love seeing kids play with their brothers and sisters.
We offer a 10% discount if you enrol more than one child from the same family.
Use discount code: PARKOUR FAMILY
Can my child who is not participating in the class pay on the equipment?
Unfortunately no. During the class our attention is with the participants and it is impossible and dangerous to try supervise additional kids. It also distracts the class participants.
What do they need to wear?
Closed in footwear and clothing suitable for playing outdoors is perfect. Some aspects will be barefoot but most classes involved equipment where shoes are compulsory for safety and comfort.
Can children play on the equipment and practice after class?
Unfortunately no. Due to safety reasons we do not allow children to play on equipment after class, even if directly supervised by their parents. The coaches don't want to see anyone get hurt while they are not watching and they don't want bad skills or techniques to be picked up outside of class.
How many kids per class?
To ensure a safe environment and a close student to teacher ratio we limit class numbers to 10 children per coach (8 for the 5-6 years).
Is it just for boys?
No! Gone are the days where boys play with toys and girls play with dolls. Parkour and movement is for everyone and we love seeing young girls having fun being active. It is also a very effective cross training method for girls looking to excel in ballet, netball, gymnastics or other sports.
Who are the coaches?
We pride ourselves on having some of the best and most experienced coaches in Perth. Coach Jacob, is the founder of Movement Co and began the Kids Movement program in early 2016. Jacob has been a Strength and Conditioning and Movement Coach for over 3 years and has taught kids Parkour in schools as well as our adult Parkour program. Our assistant coaches are all highly experienced and qualified and have a diverse range of skills and experiences to bring to the program.
What safety measures do you take?
Some gyms are super padded and squishy and don't have any similarities to the real world of concrete floors, brick walls and metal bars. Why? Because they want to keep kids "safe". But we know that kids are going to want to do parkour, freerunning or tricks at school, in the playground and on the streets where there are unforgiving and dangerous surfaces. Our kids movement program isn't designed to teach kids how to bounce and tumble and land on soft, squishy surfaces. We want to prepare them for the real world they will be playing in.
With that said, we pride ourselves on delivering very low injury rates by teaching children how to have fun whilst taking calculated and responsible risks. That is where our coaches come in. We will teach them the safest, proven methods of tackling obstacles, jumping off blocks, rolling on landing and swinging between bars to ensure they get the best experience possible and learn real life skills.
With that said we do have a number of crash mats and softer blocks which we use above certain heights and for unfamiliar movements, especially for the younger kids, so that they can learn in a less intimidating environment.
Can parents get involved in the class and help out?
No. Under normal class conditions we would appreciate if parents did not get involved or attempt to assist their children as it may interfere with their learning. If your child has special requirements and needs additional support then please discuss it with your child's coach and they will be happy to make it work.
Of course, in the event of an emergency or injury parents are permitted to attend to their child as required.