Our program supports a child's overall physical development, as well as helping them develop intellectually. All classes are run under the guidance of experienced coaches.
We encourage children to enjoy physical activity, showing them how to train safely and responsibly. We instil a feeling that exercise is beneficial and healthy.
In SOCATOTS sessions children socialise with other children of their own age. They learn to share and cooperate, and to be creative in the way they perform their tasks. Both boys and girls participate in classes.
SOCATOTS is unique - no other program offers such fully rounded development from the age of six months to five years. All activities are carefully designed to be age appropriate, and are set up so that children can participate in physical activity all year round.
Activities are fun and enjoyable, and structured to introduce children to the idea of participating in organised activity.
Parents' involvement in the sessions increases the children's self-confidence and self-esteem, whilst strengthening the emotional bond between child and parent.
We take account of each child's needs and progress, celebrating their successes and helping them overcome any areas they find more challenging.
SOCATOTS develops sound ball skills in both feet. At the same time we teach the importance of fair play and abiding by the rules. The program is about individual development not competition.
Sessions focus on helping children crawl and move around, using appropriate equipment and exercises. Activities for those who cannot walk yet are aimed at developing coordination and leg movements, and learning to sit. Easy exercises help children develop balance. At this age, the SOCATOTS approach is focused on stimulating the development of social skills, personality, communication skills, counting basics, language and physical development.
Once children are walking, they can begin to develop their physical skills further in the areas of coordination, balance and agility. Using the basic skills of ball control acquired during the early sessions with SOCATOTS, the children begin to progress rapidly, applying the balance they have already developed to control the ball in the air in new ways.
Activities for this age group are centred around ball control and coordination skills acquired during first and second group sessions. Children learn more challenging commands, and develop good habits such as holding their head up while practising footwork. Simple activities involving controlling the ball in the air are introduced, and children are encouraged to hone their juggling skills. They still work with their parents or carers, but also cooperate with other children in small groups.