Kids
Activities
Over 15 amazing kids' activities for your children to enjoy.
Contact teachers of activities for more information or call/email us and we'll be happy to assist you with any question you may have.
Junior Table tennis
(Beginner)
Term times only:
Wednesdays 5pm-6pm
Saturdays 10-11am
Membership for Table Tennis Juniors is £20 per month or £210 per year.
NEW Beginner classes!
Please contact: Info@northmerchiston.co.uk with any questions.
Junior Table tennis
(Intermediate)
Term times only
Wednesdays 5pm-6:30pm
Saturdays 11am-12pm
Membership for Table Tennis Juniors is £20 per month or £210 per year.
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Intermediate level.
Please contact: Info@northmerchiston.co.uk with any questions.
Karate
Monday 6.00-7.15pm
Saturday 11.00am-12.15pm
Learn new skills, build confidence and have fun with Karate Ashihara.
Our classes are designed around you and what you want to achieve. Whether you’re looking to keep fit or master a martial art our instructors are on hand to make sure you get the best out of every class.
Our children’s classes are designed so that kids enjoy themselves and learn at the same time. With its own junior grading system kids can work their way through a series of belt colours.
You don’t have to be young to join in though, even if you’re an adult beginner Karate Ashihara can teach you the basics and help you to develop into a Martial Arts Master.
Whoever you are, whatever age you are Karate Ashihara will help you reach your potential.
Contact Metin for more details at metin_ashihara@yahoo.co.uk 077 189 56230
Music Makers
Perfect for babies and preschoolers. These sessions nurture a love for music from an early age. Through nursery rhymes and story telling children explore musical concepts like pitch, tempo and rhythm. Listening to music from classical to soundtracks and pop songs sparking curiosity and creativity in music making.
Inspire Theatre Workshop
Fridays:
3.45-4.45pm
5.00-6.15pm
Inspire Theatre Workshops is a child development company providing exciting drama, dance, and singing classes for 4-7s, 7-11s, and 12-17s. Their workshops are designed to boost social and performing skills and work to develop their "4Cs" - Concentration, Communication, Coordination, & Confidence. Their enthusiastic, skilled team of teachers are experienced in bringing out the very best in every child, and creating a safe, welcoming space in which the well-being, individuality, needs, and talents of every child are nurtured.
Head to www.inspiretheatreworkshops.co.uk to find out more.
Soft Play
Tuesdays
10:00-12:00pm
12:00-2:00pm
2:00-4:00pm
Fridays
10:00-12:00
Group sessions can be prebooked for ASN session on Monday mornings.
North Merchiston Club Soft Play.
No need to book for the Play For All sessions.
Please email any questions to info@northmerchiston.co.uk or call us at 0131 622 1757
The sessions cost £3 for 2hrs per child.
Bharatanatyam – Teens
Fridays 18:45- 20:00
Friday class dates: 31 October to 12 December 2025 (7 weeks)
Fees: £70
Kandyan Dance
Sundays 13:00 to 14:00
Dates: 26 October to 14 December 2025 (7 weeks)
NOTE: No class on 07 December
Kathak Dance
Sundays 11:30 to 13:00
7 week term of Kathak classes for children
Day/time: SUNDAYS 12:00-13:00 (with 11.30 start time for younger children)
Dates: 26 October to 14 December 2025 (7 weeks)
NOTE: No class on 07 December
Bharatanatyam class for children
Fridays
•16:45-17:45 Bharatanatyam Class for 7-8 years (60 min class)
•17:45-18:45 Bharatanatyam Class for 9-12 years (60 min class)
This is a beginners class for young children.
Dates: 31 October to 12 December 2025 (7 weeks)
Star dance Ballet
Monday 4.00-5.00pm
Thursday 4.30-6.15pm
Saturdays 11.00am-1.00pm
Ballet: RAD registered teacher, PVG certified, over 5 years teaching experience, students are encouraged to take part in graded RAD examinations, various competitions and shows.
Phone: 07751848843 Christine
Email: dcxxuoe@gmail.com
Tanoshii Judo
Saturday
9.10-9.55am (Under 8 years)
10.05-10.50am (9 Years +)
Tanoshii Judo (meaning 'Fun' Judo) is a community sports club set up in 2017.
We are based in Edinburgh and have classes for a whole range of ages and abilities.
All of our Judo classes are designed to improve physical literacy as well as instill the ethos of Judo - honesty, humility, respect and hard work whilst, of course, having FUN!
Tanoshii Judo is run by three head coaches; Jack, Jonny and Daniel. We are all black belts, and either current or former British Judo team members.
TuFlamenco Kids
Thursday 17:00 - 18:30
TuFlamenco Company focuses on two main fields: education and performance. Founded in 2018, the academy is based in Edinburgh but it also provide classes in different Scottish cities. TuFlamenco’s talent, passion, love and dedication for this art is contagious and you can find find out why if you come to any classes or concerts.
Japanese language Lessons
Thursday 17:00 - 18:00
Thursday 18:00 - 19:00
Japanese Lessons For Children & Families
Are you interested in Japan and Japanese culture? You can discover more about Japan and Japanese language from a highly experienced native Japanese qualified teacher (PVG certified).
Learn how to speak, understand, read and write Japanese through fun games, videos, crafts and activities.
For families and couples planning a visit to Japan, I also offer a course of 2-5 lessons covering basic language, custom and culture to help you prepare for your visit.