Magic Lessons for Kids’ Summer Holidays

The summer holidays are almost here – and if you’re a parent with six weeks to fill, you’re probably wondering how to keep the kids entertained without resorting to another afternoon of screens.

Magic lessons for kids are one of the best ways. They’re hands-on, exciting, and actually good for them. Below, you’ll find out why magic lessons top our list of summer holiday activities.

Why Magic Lessons Are the Perfect Summer Holiday Activity

If you’re amongst the parents struggling to control your young kids’ screen time, you’ve probably heard a lot of the alternatives.

Days out in the park or visits to a museum are wonderful, but they’re not possible every day. Arts and crafts have their limits and there are only so many hours of board games one can play. 

Magic lessons provide a solution in the most enjoyable way possible. Children are naturally drawn to magic. Whether it’s Harry Potter, a circus act or a trick they saw on Britain’s Got Talent, the moment a child sees something seemingly impossible, they want to know how it’s done.

A magic lesson with professional magician Chris Whitelock gives them exactly that – and so much more.

A single lesson with Chris gives your child new skills to work on independently for weeks. Once they’ve learned easy magic tricks, they’ll want to perfect them and then further their learning/practising in front of the mirror, testing it on siblings, and surprising grandparents at Sunday lunch. The lesson itself might last an hour, but the entertainment it unlocks lasts the entire holiday.

It’s also one of those rare activities that suits all ages. Younger children are captivated by the spectacle and love the hands-on props. Older children and teenagers get stuck into the technique, the psychology of misdirection and the satisfaction of fooling someone who’s paying close attention. Chris has taught children of all ages and abilities, and he tailors every lesson to get the best out of whoever he’s teaching – even you can get involved to make it a family bonding experience!

The Secret Benefit When You Learn Magic Tricks

Here’s something parents love about our lessons: while children think they’re just having fun, they’re actually developing a remarkable set of skills.

Beyond self confidence, learning magic improves dexterity and coordination, sharpens communication skills, and keeps young brains active during the long break from school. Think of it as the most fun brain workout your child will ever have. Plus, there’s room for their creativity to run free – thinking up new ways to catch out their audience.

What a Magic Lesson with Chris Actually Looks Like

Chris is a professional magician with years of experience performing for audiences ranging from intimate gatherings to major corporate events. He brings that same level of skill, patience and enthusiasm to every lesson he teaches.

During a one-hour lesson, Chris teaches a mixture of close-up magic including card tricks, coin tricks and rope tricks. He provides all the props and everyday objects children need, so they can keep practising long after the lesson is over. He’ll travel to your home, which means lessons take place somewhere children feel comfortable and relaxed, and he’s experienced at teaching children of all ages and abilities.

And if you book a lesson early in the summer, your child will have the entire holiday to perfect their tricks and perform for friends and family.

Perfect for Groups and Birthday Parties Too

Magic lessons aren’t just for one child at a time. Chris is happy to teach siblings or friends together, or larger groups if a few families want to team up – a great way to make the experience even more sociable and cost-effective.

If your child has a summer birthday coming up, a magic lesson party is a brilliant and memorable alternative to a traditional celebration. Chris will teach a group of up to 20 children their own magic tricks, then round things off with a full magic show of his own. It’s the kind of party children remember for years.

Book Before the Summer Rush

Our summer slots fill up quickly, so the sooner you get in touch, the better. Chris covers Hertfordshire, London, Essex, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire and surrounding areas.

Whether you’re booking a one-to-one lesson, a small group session or a full birthday magic party, Chris would love to hear from you.

Get in touch here or call Chris directly on 07747 141 238. Let’s make this a summer your child never forgets.