Five high-energy kids activities in Dubai

Do your kids still have plenty of energy after the school day has finished? Help them channel it into something productive with these five fantastic high-energy courses to keep the kids entertained in Dubai…

Art and craft fun

This hands-on art class at DUCTAC challenges kids to use their imagination, problem-solving and creativity. Each week the class will focus on a different form of crafts from fabric painting, building 3D door signs, to beading and bag making, with the aim of them having a finished project to take home with them each week.

Age appropriate: 6 to 9 years.

Details: AED350 for four weeks plus AED 50 per class for materials. Wednesday and Sunday 5pm-6.30pm. Saturday 3pm – 4.30pm. Ductac, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, UAE. For more information visit ductac.org/courses_art.php

Ski Dubai Polar Bear Club

Ski Dubai offers beginner classes to children from aged 3 years onwards. In the group class they will learn how to safely snow plough, simple turns and green (easy) level ski runs. Each child’s progress is recorded in a personal ‘Polar Bear’ book, and they are eligible to wear the Polar Bear badge for that level.

Age appropriate: Aged 3 years and above

Details: Group classes from AED 185, Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, UAE. For more information visit booking.skidxb.com

Bounce

This one-stop trampoline gym offers classes and packages for all children aged 3 years and above. A great way to make sure the kids are getting enough exercise, there’s various types of packages on offer from general access to performance trampoline packages.

Age appropriate: Aged 3 years and above

Details: From AED 50 per session. Bounce, Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE. Times vary depending on age. For more information visit bounce.ae

Musical theatre classes

These high energy classes help students to develop their acting, singing and dancing skills and educate them on the history of musical theatre. Students are encouraged to work towards LAMDA Musical Theatre accredited qualifications

Age appropriate: 8-14 year olds

Details: AED 1,600 per school term. 4.15pm – 5.15pm every Tuesday. LAMDA Solo Musical Theatre, Dubai, UAE. For more information visit dramascene.com

Skate classes

Ignite offers single and group lessons for those wanting to learn or improve their skateboarding and roller-skating skills. Both group and private lessons are held at Zoo skate park.

Age appropriate: Older children only. Parents must sign consent forms for admission.

Details: Prices start from AED 195 per hour for a private lesson. Zoo skate park, Warehouse No 1, Corner of Al Manara St & 8th St, Dubai, UAE. For more information visit igniteextreme.com