STANDING STRONG® TERM PROGRAMS
Helping children build the mental, emotional, and social skills they'll carry for life.
Some children find it easy to make friends. Others worry about fitting in.
Some hold everything inside until they get home and the big emotions come pouring out.
Others are kind, caring and capable... but simply don't see those wonderful qualities in themselves.
If you've found yourself wondering how to help your child navigate these challenges, you're not alone.
At Lemonade Kids, we've supported more than 10,000 children through fun, evidence-informed wellbeing programs that help them build confidence, emotional awareness and healthy friendships - in a safe, encouraging environment where they feel seen, supported and understood.
Does this sound like your child?
Perhaps your child...
Finds it difficult to make or keep friendships.
Comes home upset because they've been left out, excluded or treated unkindly.
Worries about what other people think of them.
Gets overwhelmed by big emotions and doesn't know how to calm down.
Finds it hard to speak up, ask for help or say "no".
Gives up easily because they're afraid of making mistakes.
Struggles with negative self-talk or believing in themselves.
Is anxious about trying new things or joining new groups.
Is wonderfully kind but keeps choosing friendships that don't treat them with the same kindness.
Simply needs a place where they can feel accepted, understood and themselves.
If you're nodding along... please know these challenges are more common than you might think.
The good news?
These are skills that can be taught, practised and strengthened.
Imagine if...
Imagine your child...
✔ Walking into school feeling excited instead of worried.
✔ Having the confidence to introduce themselves to someone new.
✔ Understanding their emotions instead of being overwhelmed by them.
✔ Knowing how to calm their busy mind and body.
✔ Believing in themselves - even when things don't go perfectly.
✔ Choosing kind, healthy friendships and feeling confident to walk away from unhealthy ones.
✔ Coming home proudly telling you about something brave they tried.
This is exactly what our Standing Strong® Program was created to support.
A whole-child approach to wellbeing
Unlike programs that focus on just one aspect of wellbeing, Standing Strong® strengthens the mind, body and heart - because children thrive when they have practical tools to support all three.
STRONG Mind (Mindset)
Children learn to understand their thoughts, build confidence and self-belief, develop a healthy growth mindset and strengthen their resilience when life doesn't go to plan.
Why it matters: Children who develop a strong mindset are more likely to back themselves, embrace challenges, learn from mistakes and believe they can overcome obstacles.
STRONG Body (Movement)
Through movement-based activities, children learn how their body and nervous system are connected, helping them release energy, improve focus and feel more calm and regulated.
Why it matters: When children learn to regulate their bodies, they're better able to manage big emotions, concentrate, participate and respond thoughtfully instead of reacting impulsively.
STRONG Heart (Mindfulness)
Children practise breathing, mindfulness and relaxation strategies while learning to recognise and understand their emotions with kindness and self-awareness.
Why it matters: These practical tools help children feel calmer during challenging moments, work through worries and develop lifelong habits that support emotional wellbeing.
What children learn
Across the term, children explore practical wellbeing topics including:
Making and maintaining healthy friendships
Understanding emotions and managing big feelings
Building confidence and positive self-esteem
Working through worry and anxiety
Speaking up, setting boundaries and finding their voice
Resilience when things don't go to plan
Growth mindset and embracing mistakes
Gratitude and positive thinking
Kindness, empathy and emotional intelligence
Mindfulness and calming strategies they can use every day
Every topic is explored through supportive peer to peer discussions, engaging activities, games and social and emotional worksheets based on positive psychology that children genuinely enjoy.
More than 60 five-star reviews from families who have seen their children grow in confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing.
"Before starting the program, she struggled with confidence and had a hard time expressing her more challenging emotions. Since joining, I've seen a huge shift. She's much more comfortable talking about her feelings and handling tricky situations with calm and understanding.
The program has given her tools she'll carry for life. I truly believe the skills she's learning now will help her grow into a resilient, emotionally intelligent young person. We're so grateful for the care and thoughtfulness the Lemonade Kids team puts into everything they do."
— Christopher, Dad of Elsiana
"My child has, through the work of Bec and her team, been able to work through some of her big feelings through the Lemonade Kids program. They're open, transparent and provide a wealth of material for parents to stay informed about their child's progress."
— Nathan, Dad of Rosie
"This is such a unique and special service. My daughter has grown in confidence and now understands more about how her mind works. She understands where her thoughts and feelings come from, how she can influence them and has found her voice to set healthy boundaries with friends and family."
— Kate, Mum of Adela
"My daughter has been coming for four years and the amount of tools in her emotional toolbox has built her self-esteem enormously. She can now tackle challenges, overcome fears and is now a Youth Leader supporting younger children.
No more meltdowns, she's managing her emotions, has wonderful friendships and has become such a beautiful leader. Looking back, I know enrolling her at Lemonade Kids was one of the best decisions we made."
— Jenna, Mum of Amelia
"My daughter loves coming to Lemonade Kids. She comes home happier and with practical strategies she can use when life feels challenging. As a parent, that's exactly what I was hoping for."
— Alpha, Mum of Anouk
"No one else is offering this sort of program in Brisbane and it's desperately needed. Lemonade Kids has become my daughter's favourite part of the week because it's so positive and so focused on helping children grow."
— Emma, Mum of Clementine
Why families choose Lemonade Kids
Families tell us they choose Lemonade Kids because our programs are:
Small, supportive and welcoming.
Focused on prevention rather than waiting until children are struggling.
Fun, engaging and age appropriate.
Evidence-informed and practical.
Designed to give children real-life tools they can use at home, at school and beyond.
Delivered by experienced Youth Coaches who genuinely care.
Most importantly...
Children leave feeling happier, calmer and more confident than when they arrived.
Is Standing Strong® right for my child?
Standing Strong® is designed for girls and gender-diverse children aged 5–16 years, with children grouped alongside others of a similar age and stage - Strong Little Ones 5-7 years, Strong Juniors 8-10 years and Strong Tweens & Teens 11-16 years.
Our small groups provide a supportive environment where children can learn, connect and grow together.
The program is suitable for neurotypical and neurodivergent children, including many children with ADHD and Autism Levels 1 and 2 who are able to participate independently within a small group setting.
If you're unsure whether the program is the right fit, we'd love to chat.
NB. Lemonade Kids is not a registered NDIS provider. However, our programs may support some children's wellbeing goals relating to social and community participation, confidence and capacity building.
We recommend speaking with your Plan Manager to determine whether our programs align with your child's individual goals and funding category and contact bec@lemonadekids.com.au to discuss further.
Term program overview
Location
Lemonade Kids Studio
799F Old Cleveland Road, Carina
Program Length
8-week term programs
Program, Ages and Class Duration
Standing Strong® Term Program for girls and gender diverse children
Strong Little Ones 5-7 years (60 minutes)
Strong Juniors 8-10 years (60 minutes)
Strong Tween & Teens 11-16 years (90 minutes)
Free Trial
Before joining as a term member, new children are invited to book a free trial class so we can make sure the program is the right fit.
Please note: free trials are for children who have not previously attended Lemonade Kids term programs. Families who would like to rejoin please email bec@lemonadekids.com.au
Weekly class timetable
Find the class that best suits your child's age and stage.
PROGRAM | DAY | TIME | AVAILABILE SPOTS |
|---|---|---|---|
Little Ones 5-7 yrs | Sat | 8:00am | Limited |
Little Ones 5-7 yrs | Sat | 9:15am | Limited |
Juniors 8-10 yrs | Sat | 10:30am | Limited |
Juniors 8-10 yrs | Thurs | 3:45pm | Limited |
Tweens & Teens 11-16 yrs | Thurs | 5:00pm | Waitlist |
Availability is updated regularly. Please contact us if your preferred class is currently full to be placed on the waitlist.
Passionate and experienced Youth Coaches
Our term programs are facilitated by founder Bec Idiens along with an experienced team of Standing Strong adult instructors and our teenager Youth Leaders.
We are passionate about inspiring young people and since 2020, we have supported over 10,000 children across our programs, in schools and in the community.
All facilitators hold current Blue Cards (Working with Children Checks).
"The staff are all so kind, caring and really know how to make the children feel heard. Thank you for what you do!"
- Ella, Mum of Arlia
Give your child skills they'll carry for life
One day your child won't remember every worksheet they completed.
But they'll remember how to:
make a new friend
work through disappointment
calm themselves when emotions feel overwhelming
believe in themselves
stand up for what's right
ask for help when they need it
These are the skills that support children not just through primary school, but into high school, adulthood and beyond.
We'd love to welcome your family to Lemonade Kids and help your child discover just how capable they really are.
Limited places available to ensure a supportive program environment.
Contact Us
Phone: 0423 697 432
Email: bec@lemonadekids.com.au