Currently Chess Mates teach through numerous schools and daycares throughout Brisbane and foster a love for learning through chess that helps children grow into well-rounded adults. Their games aren’t competitive and they’re all about learning, playing games, and making friends.

Chess Classes for School Kids

Chess Classes are currently available throughout Brisbane and on weekends in Bulimba, Sunnybank and Kenmore though all schools are welcome to register their interest. This is an ideal activity to incorporate into your school or after school care program. For schools, they teach chess classes with a focus on teamwork and co-operation. They provide individual reviews which are sent out to parents on a term basis with the aim of involving parents in their child’s journey and progress. If you are wanting to know more about how to make this happen just contact Chess Mates directly using the link at the bottom of this page.

Chess Classes for 3 to 5 Year Olds

Improving spatial awareness, promoting critical thinking and advancing problem solving skills are just some of the wonderful benefits achieved in learning to play chess. As children absorb information far more readily in their early years, teaching chess to toddlers can have the greatest lasting effect. It has also been documented that academic performance at school by children who have played chess from as young as 3 years of age can be improved by as much as 20% over non-chess playing children.

An intelligent game

Essential developmental skills are heightened through the playing of chess from a young age. Importantly, chess has been shown to improve memory, creativity, concentration and reading skills. The development of planning skills, high-order thinking skills and independent decision making are advanced. Chess has also been shown to assist in academic performance in maths and science at school.

Weekly educational programs with Chess Mates

Weekly classes with Chess Mates focus on teaching chess tactics and piece movement and are always a fun experience for the kids. Following a class, parents will receive an email reviewing the content and documenting their child’s progression. Parents are even invited to attend weekly sessions to see just how enjoyable classes with Chess Mates can be. Weekly educational sessions are held throughout south-east Queensland every week. All teachers hold a current blue card and child care classes run for 30 minutes. Just visit the Chess Mates to find one close to you and to register for a FREE trial class.

You can find out more about Chess Mates’ wonderful classes in this video –

Parent Testimonials

This is what Emma had to say about Chess Mates chess classes for her daughter Sofia –

“Hi Ash – I just wanted to let you know that I’m consistently receiving positive feedback from Sofia (and often joyous excitement) about what’s she’s learnt in her Monday chess class. My husband and I are very impressed with how much Sofia has learnt, retained and applied to playing chess at home – what pieces are called and how they can move on the board – as a result of her lessons with you.”

Limited time offer.

Book a completely FREE drum session for your child these School Holidays!

It’s a 30 minute, 1 on 1 action packed session – perfect for beginners who have always wanted to try the drums.

Bookings are quickly filling up. Make sure you reserve your spot today by booking through Bradie’s website! 

What can I expect from a drum lesson?

Bradie provides weekly, 30 minute, private, energetic sessions filled with drum games, music theory and Dad jokes. Whether this is your child’s introduction to music or you feel like music lessons at school have become a little dull, this is undoubtedly the most entertaining way to develop music skills for kids and teens of all skills and abilities.

Drum lessons for kids and teens

Bradie is extremely passionate about making kids and teens of all abilities feel comfortable and confident while learning. Music lessons are often made over-complicated for kids, or even worse; most curriculums are often boring and outdated. Bradie teaches through a colourful, custom curriculum that prioritises fun and variety.

He has made reading music accessible for young children with ‘pictured notation’, a form of drum notation that uses images instead of regular notes. Bradie has also written multiple drum books, designed dozens of drum games, compiled hours of music trivia and owns truckloads of music tech to play with. Every term is planned accordingly, with unique lessons each week.

Who is Bradie?

Bradie lives in Brisbane with his wife, son and cat. He has a #1 aria charting album, appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine and occasionally plays with his band – Short Stack. In 2022 Bradie played to over 10,000 people on a national sell-out tour.

Who are drum lessons suited for?

5-18 year-olds. Boys and girls of all abilities.

Do you have special needs experience?

Yes! Many sessions are catered towards children who enjoy weekly drum sessions in a relaxed musical environment.

Can we do a trial lesson?

You sure can! Contact today and book a free trial before committing to a whole term.

How do I book?

Head to http://www.bradiewebbdrumstudios.com and send a message.

Testimonials

These classes prioritize good mental health practices, confidence building, practical technique and community. BeXD Create offers a Singing and Drama Class and an Acting class for ages 13-19 years. They also run a Teens Social Dance Group.

Teens Singing & Drama Class (Kenmore)

In this class, your teens will work individually and as a group to develop their acting and singing skills. They will work on group song – developing skills in harmony, blending and teamwork – as well as individually working on voice technique breath, performance and finding their unique tone. BeXD’s teachers specialise in Musical Theatre, Pop, Jazz and Classical Singing, and can coach each students based on their desired musical path, whether that be singing on a stage, with a band, or in a recording studio.

Students will also work on many different elements of drama throughout the year. This includes script work and analysis, script writing, monologues, voice projection, character creation, improvisation, storytelling and voice acting. Students will work on both Film and Theatre elects of acting and explore classical and contemporary works depending on their interest and goals.

At the end of each 10 week term, students perform in a short showcase for friends and family and participate in an end-of-year concert, often showcase a work they have devised as a class throughout the year.

Teens Acting for Stage & Screen (Indooroopilly, Rochedale & Pinjarra Hills)

BeXD Create’s Acting for Stage and Screen Program is relatively new, but has grown very quickly due to popular demand. In this program, students explore acting technique specific to stage performance and film. Each term, students will practice self tests (this is how we audition for TV commercials, short films and feature films), create short films, rehearse plays, practice improvisation exercises, learn about script analysis, scriptwriting and directing, and much more. This is a very practical class, created by industry professionals, to give teenagers the tools and content they need to pursue their interest in acting to whatever level they wish, whether that is as a hobby or as a professional. This course runs each school term and also as a holiday workshop.

Classes in the past have created short films, music videos and play based on what the students are most interested in or wishing to develop their skills in each term.

What Stands Out About BeXD Create?

BeXD Create’s classes are focused on building a supportive community, good mental practices that students can use throughout their artist journey and help each student find their unique path. These courses are not designed to churn out cookie cutter artists or to make students fit into a specific mould. At BeXD Create, students’ uniqueness is celebrated, collaboration is encouraged and setbacks and mistakes are part of learning.

Testimonials

“My son had a fantastic experience attending after school Drama lessons over the last two years in Rochedale. Katie and her team at BeXD have been so supportive, have helped my son to gain confidence, work cooperatively with a team or independently through weekly activities, script work, improvisation and other drama games resulting in exciting end of term performances. It has also been a great way to get to know other children outside school with a love of acting. Highly recommend the BeXD team to anyone looking for a fun, engaging extracurricular for their children!” – Jessica, parent

“My child has started with BeXD weekly drama classes in term 2 and has absolutely loved them! It has been a great and safe space for him to express his inner actor. The teachers are fantastic. He also joined in for the school holiday musical workshop and performed in his first on stage production – High School Musical. Not only did he enjoy the week of workshop but LOVED performing for all the families and friends at the end of the week. It was also a great show for the parents to enjoy. Highly recommend BeXD Create!!!” – Renee, parent

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I trial a class before I pay for the whole term? Yes! Paid trial classes are offered before you commit to the whole term. These can be booked via their website.

My teen loves to sing or act at home but is very shy in front of others. What can I do to help them? Reach out, ask questions and give it a go. BEXD Create have trial classes for this purpose. It’s normal to feel nervous when we express ourselves in front of others and try new things. Encouragement and validation goes a long way. Often having a place outside the immediate comfort zone (at home/with family) where your teen can make mistakes and be in a safe environment surrounded by like-minded peers is the best thing to help them come out of their shell. It can be uncomfortable to start with and that’s okay. It may not be the right class or the right time for your teen and that’s okay too, but BEXD Create encourages everyone to give it a go.

My teen has special needs, are these classes suitable? Neurodiverse students are very welcome in these classes. BEXD Create have assistant teachers to offer extra support to any students who need it. These classes are suitable for most physical disabilities, just send an email to double check at admin@bexdcreate.com

Do I stay with my child during class? Nope! You just drop them off and the teachers take it from there. If you wish to stay, the teachers will ask that you participate in class as a student. BeXD have found that if parent’s are sitting and watching the class it can be distracting or make some students more shy.

To find out more, including booking a trial class, please visit the BeXD Create website.