Music • Movement • Mindfulness

The Mini Movement

This program offers an introduction to beat and rhythm using percussion instruments and fun activities for 0-5 year olds and their parents. It incorporates elements of play, relaxation and mindfulness whilst enhancing the social/emotional skills that group interactions provide. At The Mini Movement we promote connection, belonging and learning in a nurturing and supportive environment.

Key Features

Foundational Skills

We teach the foundational skills of music, movement, mindfulness and relaxation in a supportive and nurturing environment.

Family Support

We support families lovingly and joyously through the early years journey.

Empowerment

We empower children and families with the skills of resilience, gratitude and self-love.

Our Classes

Tailored programs for every stage of your child’s early development

2-3 Year Olds

Supporting our little ones with spatial awareness, sharing, taking turns and packing away. Learning about sequencing, pattern recognition and an introduction to breath work and body autonomy.

Toddlers

Massage techniques for busy toddlers. Music movement and developmental activities to enhance motor skills, increase wellbeing and promote self-love and awareness.

Crawlers

Massage techniques for inquisitive little ones. Songs and activities to encourage a love for music, body awareness and positive self-image.

Infant Massage

Focus on parent and baby bonding through infant massage. Introduction to music, movement and mindfulness.

All classes held at Bayview Heights Community Kindergarten

6-8 Jasper St, Bayview Heights

Parent Testimonials

Hear from our wonderful community of families

I can't say enough wonderful things about The Mini Movement Cairns! It is hands down our little man's favourite activity, he gets to sing and dance, learn how to play a new instrument every lesson and he absolutely loves his teacher! There is a focus on rhythm and percussion, which he loves, and all of the kids receive personalized attention and support. The classes are very relaxed and inclusive, nothing is ever a problem and you never feel rushed. We are very grateful to Karli for providing us with such a supportive and creative safe space where my son can just be himself. Highly recommend 🙂

My Mini Movement and infant massage session with my daughter on a Wednesday is a highlight of my week. It is a special time set aside to enjoy music, massage, mindfulness and connection together. The classes are engaging, positive and relaxing. Rosie loves socialising with the other babies, mums and Karli the facilitator. I cannot recommend this class highly enough.

Thank you to Karli at The Mini Movement for providing a wonderful experience for my 11- month-old daughter and I. With songs to transition between activities, instruments and colourful interactive equipment, it feels like a live Wiggles workshop. These classes have been a great way to bond with my child and teach her the value of communication via music.

Amadeus absolutely loves coming to your weekly classes ❤️ It's a real joy to see how happy he gets when we arrive and he sees your face 🥰 Armie has grown so much since we started coming, not only with his development, but also with his patience and behaviour. I also teared up when he started copying your movements to one of your songs. It's beautiful to share and watch this with you. Thank you for everything Karli ❤️ We love you ❤️

"I can highly recommend The Mini Movement Cairns! Their nice small classes are structured in a way that you don't have to feel like you've got to try and put yourself out there to be involved. You can simply enjoy some connection with your baby, and he'll still get the benefit of socializing with other babies and learning new things. 😊 Thank you! 🥰 We all love coming to the classes! Clem is always singing the songs at home, even though she rarely joins in while we're there. She has come such a long way since we started, though."

I started when my Bub was in infant massage classes. I learnt a lot about how to massage correctly and it helps me so much (still today) especially with teething and sore bellies. We then moved up to the crawlers class which was more interactive for my crazy little man. He was 7 months old our last class this term (before we went on holidays) and he loves interacting with the songs, instruments and playing with other kids. I found it also very good for me as I was able to make mum friends and share our experiences.