The range and standard of RAK’s after-school activity offerings has truly flourished, keeping pace with the Emirate’s growing population. Here are some fantastic clubs that will keep your little ones engaged and entertained, while building their confidence and social skills.
Show Squad
Offering a variety of classes in singing, dance, and performing arts, Show Squad is a one-stop-shop for kids and a fantastic introduction to the magical world of musical theater and stage production. Creative Lead and Owner, Siobhan Fanning is keen to point out that performing arts isn’t just for budding actors; it helps to develop confidence, and improve teamwork and listening skills in children. Show Squad has staged sold-out community productions at RAK Academy: British School Al Hamra (BSH) including Cinderella, Snow White and The Wizard of Oz. Could your little one be next to take center stage?
BASE
BASE is Ras Al Khaimah’s first Martial Arts Academy, specializing in karate, kickboxing, and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Offering classes for youngsters, BASE aims to improve strength, discipline and fitness in little bodies and minds. Mini champions won’t miss out either; Baby Ninja classes welcome 2-4 year olds and focus on boosting coordination, strength and concentration. BASE kids learn to overcome fear and gain positive associations with exercise in a safe and fun way. Located in Al Nahdah St, Dafan Al Khor, visit the website for up-to-date prices and timings.
Soccerkids Football Academy
A well-established and firm favourite among RAK’s youth is Soccerkids (SK) Football Academy. Founded in Dubai in 2002, Ben and his team have been coaching kids aged from 5 years across the UAE for over 20 years. Coaches get to know how each child ticks; nurturing their individual abilities. The structured sessions boost confidence, teamwork, coordination and fitness; fast tracking budding footballers’ skills into another league.
Chase Sports Playground and Academy
Tucked away behind RAKEZ Headquarters enroute to the 311 highway, this hidden gem boasts large multi-functional indoor spaces, housing a full-size basketball and volleyball court, a well-kitted out gymnastics hall and dance studio (operated by Northern Dance Company). Chase Sports offers kids fun yet functional spaces to develop their sporting prowess in a variety of sports, under the care and direction of skilled coaches, from basketball, volleyball and kickboxing to gymnastics (including aerial) and dance.
Northern Dance Company (NDC)
Located within Chase Sports Playgrounds, Principal and Founder Amy Crawford, and the NDC team, have been teaching girls and boys of all ages in jazz, ballet, hip hop and contemporary dance for a number of years. Kids who attend NDC return year after year, testament to the high-quality instruction and strong bonds Amy builds with her students. NDC kids enjoy unique opportunities to enter industry exams and perform to large audiences in high-production shows and competitions.
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