Kidzworld as an ‘edu-tainment’ resort

It takes persistence and ingenuity to get kids to learn new things because of their shorter attention spans and different levels of learning. With limited activities offered by popular weekend destinations like malls and country clubs, parents sometimes find themselves at a loss as how to give their children enough stimulation, develop their natural talents and acquire new skills outside their classrooms.

With that in mind, KidzWorld – a first-of-its-kind adventure park – developed 8.88 hectares of prime commercial land into what is known today as the country’s premier edu-tainment (education-entertainment) complex offering fun educational activities combined with creative, productive entertainment for every member of the family.

"KidzWorld is committed to total child development," states Vicente Ponce Jr., KidzWorld president. "Our design philosophy was inspired by Dr. Lauren Bradway’s theory that a child left to learn through a single style usually has less success than a child who can put all his senses to work. That’s exactly why KidzWorld was conceptualized to be a multi-sensory complex. Exciting hands-on activities beneficial to our children’s development were carefully chosen to provide the ultimate in edu-tainment."

At KidzWorld, "it’s all about discovery and learning while having fun. Our nurturing environment tickles the five major senses, and more importantly, one’s sense of imagination. Aside from providing a play-and-learn setting, KidzWorld improves social skills and strengthens familial bonds as families and friends spend more quality time interacting with each other," Ponce enthuses.

In line with the company’s efforts to raise well-rounded, environmentally-aware and socially responsible children, KidzWorld’s loveable mascots represent endangered animals like our money-eating eagle, the "dugong" or sea cow, the "binturong" or Palawan bear cat, and even Bohol’s tarsier. "It is also our aim to provide information on ways to protect our natural resources and environment," adds Ponce.

Children and their parents alike will delight in world geography in KidzWorld’s Magellan’s Playworld, where one gets to discover the seven continents of the world. There’s the Eiffel Tower Water Slide, St. Peter’s Dome Wading Pool, the Asian Fishing Village, the beautiful St. Basil’s Cathedral of Russia, the Great Wall of China, and India’s enchanting Taj Mahal, to name a few. The African Safari Maze thrills guests as they weave in and out of this large continent. And at the International Interactive DollHouse Village, one gets to learn a foreign language simply by going through charming replicas of a French chateau, Spanish villa, Victorian mansion. Moreover, there’s even an ice-skating rink underneath the Antarctica igloo.

From the world’s first 18-hole Pitch-Chip-and-Putt USGA rated course where kids below 12 can play real golf (now open) to the MAC (Multi-level-Activity Center), to the huge man-made wave pool in the Batanes Cove waterworld, you and your family will never run out of fun-filled beneficial activities year-round.

"Every parent wants to maximize a child’s learning ability. KidzWorld total child development program and edu-tainment activities are geared to hone the life skills a child needs now and in the future. Studies show that the end results would be happier, more confident and better-rounded children," concludes Ponce. As the country’s premier edu-tainment resort complex, KidzWorld definitely sets the trend in the leisure and recreation industry.

KidzWorld – the Philippines’ First and Only Child-Oriented Nature, Sports and Adventure Club Complex – is offering limited proprietary membership. Located in Dasmariñas, Cavite, it is developed by The Ponce Group of Companies and Sun Raise Limited of Hong Kong. To become one of the privileged few and join KidzWorld’s family, call 721-2167, 721-3509, 725-1822. Or fax at 723-256. You can also e-mail [email protected] for more information and to arrange for a complimentary site visit.