Our Clubs

Each Blue Lion Club is designed to develop the whole child — intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically — while keeping learning fun and meaningful. 

♟️ Blue Lion Chess Club

Train the mind. Build discipline. Play with purpose.

The Blue Lion Chess Club develops strategic thinking, focus, patience, and discipline through the game of kings. Chess teaches young people how to think ahead, solve problems, and make thoughtful decisions — skills that extend far beyond the board.

Whether the child is a beginner or an experienced player, our club provides a supportive space to learn, practise, and compete with confidence.

What we offer:
♟️ Weekly training sessions (in-person & online)
♟️ School and community outreach programs
♟️ Entry into CHESS SA-rated tournaments . (check events for upcoming tournaments)
♟️ Development-focused coaching for all ages

Who can join:  Ages 5+
Skill levels: Beginner to advanced

“We’re building township champions, one move at a time.”

📚 Blue Lion Book Club

Read. Reflect. Rise.

A vibrant space to spark imagination, improve literacy, and grow a love for reading. The Blue Lion Book Club is a space where young readers explore books, stories, and ideas that open up new worlds. We foster a love of reading, boost language skills, and encourage critical thinking — all in a relaxed and fun group setting.

What we offer:
📖 Monthly reading circles (Junior & Senior streams)
📖 Creative response activities (art, poetry, debate)
📖 Book giveaways & author sessions
📖 Literacy support for reluctant readers

Who can join:
Junior Book Club: Age 7- 11(Grades 3–6)
Senior Book Club: Age 12-16 (Grades 7–10) & Age 17+

“Readers today. Leaders tomorrow.”

🗣️ Blue Lion Leadership, Debate & Public Speaking Club

Find your voice. Speak with confidence. Lead with purpose.

The Blue Lion Leadership, Debate & Public Speaking Club empowers young people to express themselves clearly, think critically, and speak with confidence. Through structured debates, speech activities, and leadership exercises, learners develop the courage to share their ideas and engage respectfully with different viewpoints.

This club is about more than winning arguments — it’s about building confident communicators, future leaders, and active citizens.

What we offer:

🗣️ Introduction to debating and structured argument.

🎤 Public speaking and speech confidence workshops

🤝 Team debates and friendly competitions

🧭 Leadership, listening, and critical thinking skills

🏫 Preparation for inter-school and community debates

Who can join:
Ages 9–18 (Grades 4–12)
No prior debating or speaking experience needed

“When young people find their voice, they find their power.”

🎨 Blue Lion Creative Club

Express your talent. Create your world.

Celebrating the arts — where young creatives can draw, paint, build, and express themselves. The Blue Lion Creative Club is a playground for young artists, writers, and makers. We believe every child is creative, and we provide the space and support to explore, invent, and express through the arts.

What we offer:
🎨 Drawing, painting & sculpture workshops
🖋️ Creative writing & journaling sessions
🖼️ Exhibitions & showcases
🎭 Occasional theatre, dance, and multimedia projects

Who can join: Ages 7 +
All levels welcome

“In every brushstroke, a voice. In every word, a world.”

🧠 Blue Lion Brain Club

Think smart. Solve fast. Learn for life.

Where curiosity leads. A space for puzzles, STEM games, coding, and academic excellence. The Blue Lion Brain Club is for curious minds who love puzzles, logic, and learning. We combine fun with challenge to help learners build academic confidence and creativity in problem-solving.

What we offer:
🧩 Quiz leagues & spelling bees
🔬 Fun with science & logic games
💻 Coding & tech for beginners
📚 Academic support in math, science & English

Who can join: Grades 4 to 10
No prior experience needed

“Brains are like muscles — the more we use them, the stronger they grow.”

🏃🏾‍♀️ Blue Lion Sports Club

Play hard. Play fair. Stay strong.

Fitness, fun, and fair play. Building teamwork and discipline through physical activity. The Blue Lion Sports Club promotes physical health, teamwork, and sportsmanship. We use sport as a tool for social connection, personal growth, and community pride.

What we offer:
⚽ Soccer (teams by age group)
🏃🏽‍♀️ Athletics & fitness sessions
🏐 Netball and mixed games
🥇 Fun tournaments & mini-leagues

Who can join: Ages 7 to 18
Boys & girls welcome

🌟 Why Join a Blue Lion Club?

✅ Safe & supportive community
✅ Positive role models & mentors
✅ Focus on skills, not just results
✅ Township-based, proudly local
✅ Open to all youth aged 7–18

💬 Get Involved

To join a club, volunteer, or support our mission, contact us at:
📞 079 665 2379
📧 isabelosolutions@outlook.com
📍 Zola, Soweto, South Africa

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