Discover and purchase your next family fun on BYKidO SHOP - here's our highlighted list in October 2023 for you to start planning!
Discover more family fun with our list of the best BYKidO SHOP Listings! Every month, we highlight our latest, most popular and exciting experiences available for purchase from our website - this month, we take a look at experience that you can enjoy with your family, especially with the week-long school holidays this month!
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1. Take Part in the 3-Days Kids Adventure Camp - Fall Edition with City Sprouts
Venue and Dates:
- City Sprouts @ Henderson: 10 - 12 Oct 2023, 8 am - 12.30 pm
- City Sprouts @ Bukit Timah: 17 - 19 Oct 2023, 8 am - 12.30 pm
Fees: $290 per participant (purchase here)
Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through the untamed beauty of Singapore's hidden nature gems at the City Sprout's Kids Adventure Camp! Gear up for an exhilarating Fall Edition Special this fall holiday, where you get to take your pick from not one, but TWO pulse-pounding adventure camps!
Camps will be happening from 10 to 12 Oct at City Sprouts @ Henderson and 17 - 19 Oct at City Sprouts @ Bukit Timah. Suitable for 6 to 11 years old, the camps will be about fostering a love for the outdoors, nature and wildlife. Kids will go on thrilling nature walks and hikes through the nature parks and beaches, and become skilled nature detectives, honing their ability to spot local wildlife and uncover the secrets of the diverse plant life. Through these activities, kids will learn about the wonders of nature and cultivate mindfulness of their environment. There will also be exciting outdoor games that promote cooperation, communication, and problem-solving skills, fostering a strong sense of community and friendship among the campers.
2. Go on a 2-Hour Nature Walk with Young Nautilus
Venue: Multiple Venues
Dates: Dates for Nov and Dec released
Fees: From $56 (purchase here)
Come along on a Young Nautilus Nature Walk to explore our own coastal backyard in Singapore and take a closer look at the amazing animals! Kids will learn more about science and nature, and see in action what they have learned in schools about wildlife!
There are different walks at various venues around Singapore. Details for Nov and Dec have been released, so book now to avoid disappointment! Not sure what to expect? See what other parents have to say about their experiences!
3. Go Baking with Genius R Us
Venue
- HomeTeamNS Khatib: 2 Yishun Walk #04-06, S(767944)
- HomeTeam NS-JOB Balestier, 31 Ah Hood Rd, #01-04, S(329979)
Price: $53 per pair (U.P. $85) - Purchase here
These parent/child baking workshops, organised by popular baking school Genius R Us, are perfect for creating the shared memories between parent and child. There are various workshops happening in October and families can enjoy additional discount for workshops in October as Genius R Us is running a limited-time birthday promotion!
The promotion is also available for Child-Only Workshop at $38! If you are looking for workshops for later in the year, the baking school has also recently released its workshop details for November and December 2023.
4. SPECIAL PROMO - Free Fun Experiences Redemption
Together with UniOracle Alliance, we are giving free tickets to an array of Family Fun Experience of your choice. Simply arrange an appointment with them for a financial review, and you get to choose to have fun at any of the following experience for FREE!
- Bumper Lane Bowling Games
- Hello! My Dino + 2 VR Attractions
- Baking Workshop
- Unguided Art Jamming Session
- Parent-Child Fishing Experience
Limit to first 40 signups only and 1 free ticket per family! Find out more and register for the appointment and free tickets now!
5. Redeem a Free Online Chinese Trial Class with Zhixing Chinese
Venue: Online
Dates: Flexible
Fees: Free (Register here)
Zhixing Chinese is a professional Chinese language institution with first-rate teachers and systematic curriculum scheme. Currently, there are 5 major courses available, including Enlightening course, Juvenile courses, HSK standard courses, SG Primary School courses, AP Chinese courses, and IB Chinese courses.
SG Primary School Course (6-15 years old): 55min
- Synchronized with Singapore Teaching Syllabus
- Targeted training to the question type
- Localized corpus teaching
- Efficient improvement of Chinese language performance
Register a free Zhixing Chinese Trial, and get contacted to try a free trial class.
6. Experience Different Performing Art Genres with Emerge Arts and Media Academy
Venue: 6 Raffles Blvd, #03-142/143/144 Marina Square, Singapore 039594
Dates: Depend on genre
Fees: $18 per trial
Located at Marina Square, Emerge Arts and Media Academy is a performing arts school offering a curriculum adapted from the CSTD and LCM syllabus, an internationally recognized syllabus that encompasses all performing arts genres. The following trial classes are available on the BYKidO SHOP.
Children who go through the courses will get an introduction to the genre selected and their love, interest and ability for the genre will be nurtured and cultivated through different techniques. At the end of the year, children will go through an assessment and receive a certificate of completion given by the exam board.
7. Get Introduced to TinkerCAD and 3D Printing with DesignTinkers
Venue: 90 Goodman Road, Goodman Arts Centre, Blk B, Meeting Room 2, #03-18, Singapore 439053
Dates: 18 Oct 2023, 9.30 am - 3 pm
Fees: $165 (Purchase here)
Guided by experienced instructors from LittlePrintings, who are specialist in creating unique 3D printed designs, children will learn TinkerCAD to create a usable pencil pot before exporting it to a 3D printer for printing. At the Introduction to TinkerCAD + 3D Printing Workshop, children (7 - 12 years old) will witness the process of their digital form being printed from scratch. While waiting for the 3D print, students will continue to explore TinkerCAD digital space; learning how to use the software as a design tool to create various digital forms. This immersive hands-on learning will empower them to envision, design, and shape their future prototypes.
To further enhance learning through play, in the afternoon session, children will have the opportunity to assemble their own 3D printed toys/ structure, promoting creativity and problem-solving skills in the process of building.
Children will have a fun, immersive and meaningful maker learning experience and to take home their creations at the end of the session.
8. Enjoy a Parent-Child Fishing Experience with a Decorative Fish Tank
Venue: 65 Sungei Tengah Road, Singapore
Dates: Every Sat & Sun | 10 am - 7 pm
Fees: $38 per parents & child pair
An exciting activity for families has just popped up! The newly opened Nature Kindred is a nature-themed family space located within a plant nursery. Here, you will find various activities for families as well as a cafe for your meals too!
Opened every Sat & Sun, the Parent-Child Fishing Experience will give your child the opportunity to catch guppies at the beautifully designed fish pond filled with little guppies of various colours and fin shapes. Armed with a little net and bucket, watch your child as they try to catch these little fishes, and we are sure you will want to join in too!
You can choose to purchase the DIY Kit package that comes with the opportunity to decorate your own fish tank using rocks, sand and figurines! The collectible fish tank can house 2 to 3 fishes and is a great decorative piece at home! Or go without the kit and you will be provided a plastic container to bring the fishes home.
9. [Free Trial] Online Spark Math Trial Class with Vispark
Venue: Online
Dates: Flexble
Fees: Free
Spark Math is a one-of-its-kind online math programme that builds math confidence naturally in your child. Fun, engaging, and adaptive online math classes with small teacher to student ratios, the VISPARK curriculum is designed to align with the MOE syllabus and nurture higher-order thinking skills in children to help them excel in this subject.
Developed by curriculum specialists, the content improves children's mathematical thinking skills through various fundamental learning methods, and also utilises animation and technology to help children truly understand — and love — math.
10. Try a Free Class with GenieBook
Venue: Online
Fees: Free
Recommended Age: P1 - S4
Geniebook is an online suite of personalised learning tools powered by AI for Primary & Secondary students. With AI-personalised worksheets, live online classes and real-time chats for addressing academic questions, students can learn smarter and improve their scores in English, Chinese, Maths, and Science.
Register for the free trial to receive a FREE Strengths Analysis, Live Online Class & A.I Worksheets.
11. Kids Bumper Bowling with Singapore Bowling
Venue: Singapore Bowling, #04-01, Temasek Club, 131 Rifle Range Road, Singapore 588406
Dates: Mon - Sun: 12 pm - 10 pm
Fees: $43 per hour
With 38 lanes and advance equipment, Singapore Bowling is deemed as one of the largest and high-tech bowling alleys in Singapore. This state-of-the-art and modernized bowling facility also provides 6 dedicated lanes for kids - complete with bumpers and ramps.
Get the Bumper Lane for 2 Kids Package for 2 bowlers and priced at $43 per hour to let the little ones play to their hearts content. Parents may top-up at the centre for additional lanes to play with the kids. The package includes
- 1 hour of bowling on a bumper lane
- Dinosaur Ramp
- Single lane play
- Maximum up to 2 bowlers (parents who are not bowlers can accompany)
- Complimentary Shoe Rental for up to 2 pax
12. Hello! My Dino + 2 VR Attractions Package at HeadRock VR
Venue: 80 Siloso Road, Southside Block B, #01-03, Singapore 098969
Fees: $46 (U.P. $60) - Get It Here
Recommended Age: For 1 adult + 1 child (min. 110cm)
Looking for a place to go-to for loads of fun and adventure? HeadRock VR is the place for you! Newly relocated at Southside at Sentosa, HeadRock VR offers adults and older kids 8 interactive VR games at the VR Theme Park Zone, and for the younger kids, they can have fun at the NEW Kids Interactive Zone with 4 different playing sections!
With this package, you will get 1-hour play time at the futuristic children's playground, Hello! My Dino Dino + any 2 VR attractions at HeadRock VR, great for kids who can play at both areas!
13. Go On A Family Adventure Trail with Island Wanderer
Venue: Depending on trail selected
Fees: $25 - Get It Here
Recommended Age: Any ages that you feel comfortable with.
Join Island Wanderer on a mission! Using a chatbot, you will be receiving clues to guide you to various landmarks on your chosen adventure trail to solve tricky puzzles! You will also get to learn more about these landmarks true the trail. There are 3 family friendly adventure trails to choose from, each focus on a different part of the island.
Each Escape Adventure takes 1 - 2 hours to complete and brings you to 8 - 10 iconic locations. All can be accessed by foot and no transportation is needed to travel between locations.
14. Pick-Up Parkour with Superfly Parkour
Venue:
- Dhoby Ghaut Green – Amphitheatre/MRT Exit B
- Sandbox Training Ground – 10 Raeburn Park, #03-10, Block A, Singapore 088702
Dates: Multiple Dates
Fees: $40
Conducted by Superfly Parkour, let your child gain greater confidence, motor and social skills whilst developing their joy of movement through this dynamic discipline in overcoming obstacles and using movement and the environment as a tool for self-expression.
This is a trial experience suitable for 6 years old and above to learn through play, which ensures they stay engaged and focused whilst learning important skills and honing their creativity in learning to move freely in any environment.