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Here we have listed some kids activities in the City of Girona. We would like to develop this section further, so if you have any suggestions please do let us know
Studio of Dance and Oriental movement offering Yoga, Belly Dancing and Oriental Dance for children (6-13 year olds)
Taller Dansa Kalbelia, Calle Antic Roca 19, baixos every tuesday 5.30-7pm 647774412 and 972249750 estudi_tza@yahoo.com estudghazai@hotmail.com
White Crane Silat is a Chinese-Indonesian style Kung-Fu. Classes for children are held at the Centre Civic de Porqueres near Banyoles every week. They currently offer classes for children (6-12 years) and adolescents (13-17 years). Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm. Price: 25 euros a month.
Contact Susan Baker 972551705 or 629182751 www.centrecivicporqueres.cat
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Classes include: stretching, acrobatics, aerobic exercise, and interactive games. In addition to physical benefits, the training is believed to aid self-discipline, attention, cooperation, and self-confidence.
Swimming classes for babies from 3 months upwards. There are also a range of water-based activities for children from 3-14 years
Calle Pau Vila i Dinarès 20/ Calle Migdia 70 Tel 972 210 268
The GEiEG is the Girona Excursion and Sporting Group and organizes a whole host of activities and excursions for children including Tennis, Rugby, Mountaineering, Judo, Water Polo, Swimming, gymnastics, a choir and traditional Sardanas dancing.
Calle Empúries 47 972234459 www.geieg.net
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In the summer they offer Casals (summer camps)
Probably the main group for expats to meet in and aroundGirona. Mainly english-speaking, they meet once a week for a coffee morning and also offer the likes of art classes, lunches and outdoor activities such as skiing, swimming and horseriding for families too.
Carlemany Hotel coffee bar (the Pati Verd) from 11.30 every Wednesday grapevine@gironagrapevine.co.uk, www.gironagrapevine.co.uk
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" It can be a great source for information and to meet new people. They have a member who teaches art, she does classes around Girona itself, Sat am and I know some older children have been along to that and enjoyed it!" (HS, Jan 09)
Day Trips for Kids in Barcelona
Barcelona offers a huge variety of activities for families, whether it be a trip along the coastline or a ride in the cable car from the Olympic Stadium in Montjuic to the beaches of Barceloneta. The city also boasts some of the country`s best museums - the Science Museum is a great option for kids on a rainy (or very hot) day whilst the shark tunnel at the City Aquarium is always a big hit. Check out some other recommended activities here and please do let us know if you have any suggestions
www.mumabroad.com/catalunya/Barcelona-160Click here to visit our day-trips in Barcelona section
Day Trips for Kids in Costa Brava
The beaches in the Costa Brava have so much to offer children - shallow waters for safe swimming, rock pools, soft, fine sand and cafés & restaurants a stone´s throw from the shore. If you don´t fancy the beach one day, there are endless day trips to choose from. In this section we have listed some of the most popular beaches and
Click here to visit our day-trips in Costa Brava section
Day Trips for Kids in Costa Daurada
The Costa Daurada is the long area of coastline to the South of Barcelona and is one of the most popular Mediterranean holiday destinations. It has an excellent road and transport network as well as a huge range of activities for kids such as theme parks, watersports & nature parks. For those staying in Barcelona, it offers a great opportunity to escape from the hustle & bustle of city life for a day or two. Have a look at what our members have recommended and don`t forget to let us know if you think we have missed something
Click here to visit our day-trips on the Costa Daurada section
Day Trips for Kids in Inland Girona
Aside from the boasting some of Spain´s most beautiful beaches on the Costa Brava and the popular ski slopes of the Pyrenees, Girona Province is home to some of the country´s most breathtaking scenery. Among the highlights are the the volcanic hills of the Garrotxa Natural Park and stunning valleys of Núria and Comprodon. You´ll also come across some enchanting medeival villages, pretty stone cottages and incredible Masías (country houses).
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Skiing in Catalunya
As the Pyrenees mountains are located only two hours drive from Barcelona (even closer from Girona), skiing is a very popular wintersport for many Catalans and their children seem to learn to ski almost as soon as they have started walking. There are a number of ski regions in Catalonia all within easy reach of Girona and all offering a variety of snow based activities for adults and children alike.
Click here to view Catalunya`s skiing options
Happy Yoga is a chain of yoga centres in Spain and South America. They offer children´s yoga in their centre in Girona.
Calle Pujades 182, 934869166 www.happyyoga.com poblenou@happyyoga.com
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"I can recommend Happy Yoga in Girona for both mother and baby classes and for children´s classes. Nice, friendly studio" (KM, Feb 09)
With more than 40 hectares, Devesa Park is considered the largest urban park in Catalunya
C/ Cerverí, 17001 Girona Tel972 208 616
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"outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, 2 kids play areas" (Girona Town)
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"Excellent café, 2 child play areas, water feature" (Girona Town, July 10)
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