Brit abroad Posted February 22, 2009 #1 Share Posted February 22, 2009 My 10 year old son is a little unusual in that he is a gifted dance student and training as a classical dancer. Consequently, his artistic interests are not that well catered for in traditional kids programs and 2 years ago many of the Kids Zone activities on the QM 2 did not particularly appeal to him as he is not that into ball games, computer games & DVD's etc. Instead he loved to join in the RADA classes who made him feel very welcome as did the adult ballet & other dance classes. This year he has asked if he would be able to join in some of the other artistic enrichment programs such as art, textiles & ceramics etc. I didn't take any serious note of these last time around as once we had attended a morning drama class & and an afternoon dance class we were both content to swim and see the shows etc, so I didn't notice if these other enrichment programs were strictly for adults or not? Could anyone with more experience of these activities advise on their child friendliness, either with or without a mom please? My 10 year old is a well behaved, polite sensible little chap, although I appreciate that not everyone might welcome a child, if these programs are normally adult orientated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brit abroad Posted February 23, 2009 Author #2 Share Posted February 23, 2009 :o Hello Hello, just bumping this question as I haven't had any replys yet - anybody out there???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balf Posted February 23, 2009 #3 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Yes, he would certainly be welcome. I have seen children on art and modeling classes , and can recall a child of one of the officers attending regularly. David. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnpugwash Posted February 23, 2009 #4 Share Posted February 23, 2009 From how you describe your son, I would think that he would be fine. He might get a few strange looks at the outset but once that small hurdle is crossed I would suggest - no problem. You may want to speak to the person (s) running the group before it starts to smooth the way. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnpugwash Posted February 23, 2009 #5 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Just like buses, you wait a day and 2 come along together :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brit abroad Posted February 23, 2009 Author #6 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Many thanks Captain Pugwash & Balph;) I will probably attend anything new with him just to make sure it all works out - although it would be lovely to do a few things with my other half from time to time if it all looks to be going smoothly! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southwestie Posted February 23, 2009 #7 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Many thanks Captain Pugwash & Balph;)I will probably attend anything new with him just to make sure it all works out - although it would be lovely to do a few things with my other half from time to time if it all looks to be going smoothly! I would take him along, they are always very good, very interesting, if he really does not like one then you can just leave. maybe he can join in the RADA and the dance classes that are offered on board as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkin 11 Posted February 23, 2009 #8 Share Posted February 23, 2009 HI I really know what you mean. When I went to the zone there were a lot of kids doing sports related things; so i never went back and kept my self ocupied by swiming, relaxing, and other intresting lectures in the daily program. :D Personally I am not a hugh sports person but the activities in the zone were not bad, but not to my liking.:D Anyway there are many things to do on QM2 that don't require you to go to the zone!;) I would not be worried. ENJOY:):D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brit abroad Posted February 23, 2009 Author #9 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Thanks pumpkin 11 How old are you? Did you join any or the art or modeling classes yourself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkin 11 Posted February 23, 2009 #10 Share Posted February 23, 2009 HI I did not do any of the clases myself. Last time i checked it is still a bit rude to ask someones age!!:D:D:D:D:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brit abroad Posted February 23, 2009 Author #11 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Wasn't expecting anyone who qualified for the 'Kid Zone' to be age sensitive frankly, so no intention to be rude, just trying to see if your interests & views would be likely to relate to my ten year old sons? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkin 11 Posted February 23, 2009 #12 Share Posted February 23, 2009 no big deal!! I was sort of a joke but I am on the younger side (young enough that i go the the zone) shhh!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southwestie Posted February 23, 2009 #13 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Heavens above, why is it rude to ask someones age lol, people do it everyday to me , forms etc, come on how old are you then :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brit abroad Posted February 23, 2009 Author #14 Share Posted February 23, 2009 Ssshhh, I think its probably past Pumpkins bedtime Rob!;) Brit abroad Aged 47 - but really not boverd!!!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkin 11 Posted February 23, 2009 #15 Share Posted February 23, 2009 HA HA very funny! I actually go to bed at around 22:00, but any way I am around 12 years old. Sorry I sort messed up your thread. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brit abroad Posted February 23, 2009 Author #16 Share Posted February 23, 2009 No Pumpkin you didn't mess it up at all, you gave us all a good giggle and its good to hear that you can see the funny side too - good for you! Goodnight, I really must get some shut eye now myself!:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southwestie Posted February 24, 2009 #17 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Hi pumpkin, nope your fine, no mess up, pleased you enjoy cruising and also this forum rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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