We love to celebrate the natural inquisitiveness, curiosity and imagination of children. By working alongside children, encouraging independent learning through the following of their own curiosity, helping them to gather knowledge and information along the way, we empower them to become independent lifelong learners, full of potential and unlimited possibilities. We continuously strive to celebrate and be the best childcare centre in Wellington by providing: -Superb child to teacher ratio for... Read more

YMCA OSCAR programmes are much more than a child-minding service. They are recreation based, and the aim is to meet the needs of children in their out of school hours in a fun, safe and learning environment. Each child is a different, unique person in their own right. While they have commonalities, their uniqueness should be embraced and fostered. Each programme offers a variety of activities that includes arts and crafts, sports and games and incorporates homework activities. We provide a safe... Read more

Kids 4 Drama provides quality community based drama classes in Lower Hutt, Johnsonville and Newtown, as well as offering in school drama classes. We focus on teaching practical performance skills. We write our own lessons and ensure we build skills and confidence in a fun and safe environment. We also offer touring theatre in education productions, local performances, full scale productions and more! Get in touch with us today to find out more Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Khandallah and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Khandallah, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors... Read more

Yoga for the People is Wellington's only specialised Bikram Yoga studio, which also offers Yin and Hot Pilates. Whether you want to strengthen your body, improve your mobility or calm your mind our yoga and hot pilates classes will help. They are designed for people like you young, old, fit, broken and everything in between! We are the only studio in Wellington offering Bikram Yoga and we run three warm classes to complement this sequence. Our teachers are all highly-qualified, and the studio is... Read more

Karori Arts and Crafts offers excellent art tuition for children by qualified artists and teachers. We run an art class for 5-7yr olds on Tues: 3.30-4.30pm, that introduces them to the basic principles of colour, shape and line using examples from the Masters as well as contemporary artists to demonstrate how to create unique art. We run a class for 7-12 yrs from 4-5.30pm on Monday and 4-5.30pm on Thursday, that extends the principles taught in the younger age group class and stimulates their creativity... Read more

Kids Yoga with Bibi for children 5 to 12 years old. Sunday's at 11.30am to 12.15pm during school term dates. Bibi a trained Primary School teacher, has been teaching yoga to children internationally since 2001. She’s a White Lotus trained yoga instructor and has studied with teachers such as Danny Paradise, Gurmukh, Ganga White and Tracey Ritch. Bibi is also a published children’s book author/artist – Teaching yoga to the youngest generation gives children an opportunity to grow deeper body awareness.... Read more

Supporting the Wellington Botanic Garden, providing information and running tours etc. a historic garden of national importance. Established in 1868 as the countries colonial garden it was responsible for the trial and importation of valuable plants, especially Pinus radiata, a tree that became the basis of the countries timber industry Extensive playground with swings slide flying fox. Duck pond fountains for summer fun. Special sundial unique in NZ where you can be the pointer A garden... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Johnsonville Prime and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children, men, women and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Johnsonville, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who are... Read more

Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate as taught in it's country of origin. Experienced Japan trained Head Instructor with over 40 years experience training and teaching. Small boutique dojo in the suburbs of Kilbirnie and Newlands, ensures more personal tuition close to home. Quality above quantity. Children's Class Kilbirnie: Wednesdays 5.30-6.30pm, Newlands 5.30-6.30pm N.B.This is a Karate Self defence Class, not a Karate Child minding class. Normal dojo training and discipline applies. Adults are... Read more

Learn to Sail Classes for junior and Adults in Wellington NZ. Read more

CALLING ALL PARENTS WITH CHILDREN AGES 3.5 to 7 YEAR OLDS. LET'S BUILD ACTIVE, CONFIDENT AND MINDFUL KIDS! Join us for Physical Stories for Kids, an after-school activity for children in Wellington! During every class, Joanne presents an energetic, interactive programme that uses a range of drama exercises, kids yoga, songs, and reflection time, to build on children's concentration, confidence and collaboration skills. Kids love stories and they are one of the best ways of teaching and conveying... Read more

We are a hands-on cooking school that has been running for more than 10 years. It is a BYO Cooking School where you make your own Asian dinner, then sit down and enjoy it. It’s like going out to dinner with a twist, you have to do the cooking. It’s something different. Something fun for all ages of people to do and also learn about Asian cooking and spices and sauces. Read more

Harbour City Hockey Club has juniors and seniors hockey teams. Read more

KidzStuff Theatre is a non-profit theatre company that has been producing holiday shows for children in Wellington for the last 15 years. We use plays written or adapted by NZ playwrights and professional cast and crew. Our shows are suitable for children aged 2 - 10 and always contain plenty of song, dance, audience participation and lots of comedy for children and adults alike. KidzStuff runs three shows per year, during each of the mid year school holidays. The shows' running times are approx.... Read more

The Katherine Mansfield House and Garden is a fully restored period house where the famous author Katherine Mansfield was born in 1888. Katherine Mansfield is New Zealand’s most internationally famous author. She was a writer of short stories, poetry, letters, journals and reviews and changed the way the short story was written in the English language. She was a rebel and a modernist who lived her short life of 34 years to the full. The house was returned to its original layout and design in the... Read more

Sport New Zealand was established as a Crown entity on 1 January 2003 under the Sport and Recreation New Zealand Act 2002. Sport NZ's purpose is to 'promote, encourage and support physical recreation and sport in New Zealand'. Sport NZ's objectives include 'creating a world-leading sports system at all levels - from grass roots to high performance - which will encourage more Kiwis to participate, and reap the benefits of a life-long involvement in sport'. Find out more about Sport NZ at our website. Read more

Poneke Karate Dojo. Host the International Karate Style of Kyokushin. It has two floors and great equipment. Check the web site for timetable and info. Read more

18 hole golf course plus 10 hole pitch and putt course. The "Goldfields" pitch and putt course is especially suitable for children and those new to golf, as well as those looking for a quicker game than full 9-hole or 18-hole golf. Read more

Guitar, Drumming, Bass, Ukulele and Band lessons for beginner-high intermediate students who live in and around Wadestown, Wellington. Read more

Established in 2004, Evolve Tennis Coaching (formerly Trans Tasman Tennis) is Wellington's premier Club based tennis coaching business. Throughout its years of operation, Evolve Tennis Coaching has developed successful Junior and Adult Development Programmes designed to help clients achieve playing goals and support Club development plans. Evolve Tennis Coaching has a team of up to 14 coaches in peak season, servicing 7 tennis clubs and various primary and secondary schools in the Wellington... Read more

Parent Help are helping parents build resilient and positive families/whanau through our free Helpline (0800 568 856), affordable parenting courses, counselling and mediation services. For more information visit our website. Read more