Photography Centres for Kids - the Otago Region

Qualifications: BA, MusB, DipArts, LTCL, LRSM, AIRMT, APSNZ As a teacher I’m extremely mindful of being a facilitator of my students’ musical growth, encouraging them to develop technically, musically and personally with confidence, pleasure and at their own pace. My piano lessons are not just about learning to play the piano. I believe in developing the whole musician and provide a holistic approach to teaching, enhancing and extending all facets of music-making and appreciation. I ... Read more provide personalised tuition from my home studio in Waverley, Dunedin and also at Columba College. • Individual tuition tailored to students’ needs and abilities • Students learn in a relaxed, supportive and friendly environment • Play music that’s enjoyable and fun • Experience a wide range of styles from Classical to Jazz and Contemporary music • Instruction and preparation for practical and theory examinations offered • Students of all ages and abilities are welcome, including ...

sCakes For All Occasions (" Cake Talk " with Margaret ) specializing in all types of cakes from Weddings, both modern and traditional, Adult and Children birthday cakes including 50 novelty cake designs, plus other occasion cakes including Corporate, Anniversaries, Christmas, Baby Showers, Christening With 39 years experience Margaret has seen many changes over the years in decorating cakes. A member of the NZ Cake Guild Inc. since 1987. and founder of our local cake decorating guild ... Read more ( Taieri Cake Decorating Guild ) in October 1993 as Founder President . We are a home based business situated 14km south of Dunedin 10-15 minutes away from the centre of Dunedin. By Appointment Only. Currently registered with Dunedin City Council. We now offer 30 cake flavours including 8 Gluten free and 3 Dairy Free all to home made recipes using the freshest of ingredients. ( Check our website for the cake flavours ) with each cake order we receive. All our cakes are made to order ...

Green island taekwondo is a friendly, family oriented club. Every club member is there to help you achieve goals that you set yourself. We have a large amount of experience in all aspects of taekwondo, our members regularly compete in both fighting and poomsae (patterns) competitions. We have members that have represented New Zealand all over the world. Taekwondo is a tough martial art, but is very rewarding. To succeed, you need a positive and determined attitude. It is a long and sometimes ... Read more difficult personal journey, what you put in you will get back. When you start training, you learn basic Taekwondo moves, it is these foundations you build on, and they will serve you well in all aspects of your taekwondo. Taekwondo has so much to offer, whether it's fitness, competition, self-defence or to achieve a black belt, you learn a lot about yourself. Courtesy, to be polite to one another and to respect others. Integrity, being able to define what is right or wrong. Taekwondo ...

Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail is a 301km trail from Aoraki/Mt Cook to Oamaru. This is New Zealand, in all its colour and beauty - from the highest mountain, past great lakes and rivers, down to the ocean. Suitable for all ages, the 8 section trail is an easy to intermediate grade, offering a pleasing mix of on and off-road trails which link the Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean. Allow 4-6 days for the entire ride, or simply try out a day excursion. Whichever option you choose, the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle ... Read more Trail is sure to be a memorable experience.

Fly with New Zealand's most experienced tandem paragliding company! Launching from the skyline gondola since 1991, GFORCE is the only company permitted to fly over spectacular Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. Take an exhilarating Tandem Paragliding flight with our friendly and experienced team for the experience of a lifetime! -We're the only company permitted to fly over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu -Our pilots are the best in the business, with well over two hundred years of combined tandem ... Read more flying time. -It's easy and you don't need any experience – your pilot will guide you through the whole flight. -We're certified by the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority. -We have stringent regulations around our equipment and weather conditions; we never push the limits when it comes to safety. -The flight is tailored to you – thrill seekers and those looking for a more relaxed pace are both catered to – talk to your pilot about how you'll enjoy it the most. -Check out ...

“The Cardrona” sightseeing activity centre offers first class family friendly guided horse trekking and quad biking tours of the stunning Cardrona Valley, between Wanaka and Queenstown in the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated right at the base of the Cardrona ski field. Only a 45 minute picturesque drive over the Crown Range from Queenstown or 20 minutes from Wanaka. The Cardrona has been developed to allow visitors to explore and experience our unique slice of high country heaven, ... Read more initially either by guided tours on horseback or by quad bike, with the intention to expand on to include other adventure activities, so watch this space for more things to do in Cardrona! Either by horse trekking or quad bike riding the aim is to give people a scenic, informative and memorable experience of the Cardrona Valley. The Cardrona Valley has so much to offer in the way of its rugged high country scenery, the changing moods and distinguished seasons, the many historical gold mining stories, ...

Jumpin Jacks Entertainment are based in Dunedin and is locally owned and operated. We specialize in hiring quality Bouncy Castles, Jukebox Hire, Popcorn Machines, Candy Floss Machines and amusement equipment at affordable prices. To keep prices down, we are a home based business and can be contacted during the evenings by phone or email. If we are not available to take your call, please leave a message on our answer phone and we will get in contact asap. Please view the rest of the site to view ... Read more our equipment, prices and conditions and contact us for any further inquiries.

It's all about having fun, so bring the whole family and bounce on in to Inflatable World. It's not just for the kids - we encourage the parents to have fun with their children. Sessions are for three hours per single entry fee - you will be tired by then anyway! You can play on the inflatable activities as many times as you like during the three hour session and our supervisors are there to make sure everyone is safe and gets a fair go. We cater for large groups, including Birthday Parties, ... Read more School trips, School Holiday Programs, Corporate events, Christmas Parties, or just a group of friends. We do recommend you book if you have a large group of 10 or more. Everyone playing on the inflatables must wear socks. No socks - no Play. Inflatable World is a high energy maximum activity zone (kids get hot and sweaty), so we suggest you wear loose, comfortable clothing. Please leave your hats, jewellery, tiaras, watches, etc at home. We are at 93 Crawford Street, Dunedin. ...

FUN & RELAXED AFTER SCHOOL CARE - ACTIVE HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES & TEACHER ONLY DAYS Children get to experience a wide range of activities from adventure, sports, art & crafts to excursions in the Wanaka community and an appreciation for our natural playground. We ensure that every child has something available to suit their individual skills and hobbies as well as opportunities to try new and exciting things! AFTER SCHOOL CARE We collect your children from school, provide them with afternoon ... Read more tea and organise activites to give your kids engaging and memorable experiences. We do not believe that one size fits all, so children are not obliged to participate in activities that they are not up to. We pride ourselves on creating a programme that is responsive to each and every childs needs while encouraging them to get outside and try new things. We aim to have something for everyone! We want the best experience for every child and our qualified staff have a range of skills to ensure that ...

Qualifications: Cert Exec. Mus, LTCL, AIRMT, Dip Tchng I have been teaching the piano since 1985, but have also run music classes for preschoolers, 5-9 yr olds, marimba groups, school choir and played the piano for weddings, restaurants and ballet schools including the NZ School of Dance. I teach after school hours from my home music studio in Vauxhall and during school hours, at Columba College. Why piano lessons? Numerous studies show children who play an instrument, score higher on ... Read more both standard and spatial cognitive development tests. There are also findings that show kids who play piano, in particular, score higher in maths. Mastering a piece of music on the piano boosts a child's self-esteem and teaches patience and persistence. Children who play the piano have improved fine motor skills and, unlike other instruments, the piano requires both hands to work independently of each other. This helps to increase a child's overall dexterity and complex thought processes. Reading ...

Trail Journeys is your Trusted Cycle Trail Expert since 2000 We operate on the spectacular Otago Central Rail Trail, Roxburgh Gorge and Clutha Gold Trails. Whether you’re after bike hire, bag transfers, transport, an itinerary or some advice - give us a call or email us. Our friendly team is only too willing to help with information or a no obligation quote. Being locals, we know the area inside and out! Our team has helped thousands of travellers and families put together great itineraries ... Read more tailored to their special interests, budgets and time constraints. With depots at both ends of the Otago Central Rail Trail (Clyde and Middlemarch) this enables us to offer plenty of options to suit your requirements, budgets and preferences. We offer range of bikes from adult bikes, small and large child bikes, child seats and child trailers as well as tow behind bike options. We also offer free kids activity packs for children cycling the Otago Central Rail Trail (12yrs and under). ...

Wanaka's Premier Health and Fitness Centre, offering facilities and services for the whole community.Inspiring Wanaka to get incredible results!

Get the smile with the most experienced tandem paragliding and hang gliding Company in New Zealand. Based in Queenstown Coronet Peak Tandems flies from the highest of the commercial flying sites. The friendly team is run by Angus Tapper, who is 4 times NZ Paragliding Champion, runner up in the NZ Hang gliding Champs 2010 and has over 30 years of aviation experience.

A small Early Childhood Education centre on Ross Street, we are housed in a homely villa that has a feeling of being at home. We educate and care for children from 0-5 years old, providing a variety of experiences to extend and build on children's knowledge and skills. We offer 20 hours ECE for tree and four year-olds as well as a transition programme for children as they approach the start of school. Our teachers are fully trained and we work in ratios of 1-4 for Under-twos and 1-8 for Over-twos. ... Read more As we are licensed for 35 children we are able to work in small groups of children which allows for optimum moments to build relationships between children and the teachers. We provide nutritious home-cooked meals and morning and afternoon tea, allowing parents to have the knowledge that their children have been well fed and don't necessarily need a meal at the end of a weary day.

Kinloch Lodge is just 5 minutes by boat from Glenorchy town, or a 26 km scenic drive through ancient Beech forests and lush alpine valleys; Kinloch is as accessible as it is out-of-the-way. Whether you’re here to relax and enjoy the many day walks, using our transport to arrive between the Routeburn, Greenstone, Caples and Rees and Dart tracks, or you’re looking to enjoy a meal in our historic café / restaurant, or heading out on one of our kayak trips, Kinloch Lodge can be your outpost in the ... Read more wilderness.

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park (NHP) is an authentic 100% NZ Pure, eco-tourism experience. We are an award winning seaside accommodation / camping Holiday Park in the Catlins at Surat Bay. Tranquil, peaceful, with the flow of the tide, sand between your toes, beach sunsets / sunrises, rain-forests walks, a chorus of native birds, spectacular wildlife– the rare and critically endangered NZ sea lion. Surrender yourself to the rhythm and beauty of Surat Bay, relax, unwind and leave feeling ... Read more revitalized. Surat Bay is world famous being home to the rare and critically endangered NZ sea lion. Experience natural encounters, watch them swim and play, the whole family posing for your photo. January 2016 we have had four female pups born - all absolutely beautiful. Perfect when traveling the Southern Scenic Route or as a base to explore Catlins Coast - its spectacular waterfalls, the world famous Purakanui Falls, the majestic Matai Falls and twin Horseshoe Falls, the new walking track ...

Whatever your occasion, let us at Cherry Blossom Cakes make it extra special with a custom designed celebration cake. We create wedding cakes, birthday cakes, graduation cakes, retirement cakes, anniversary cakes, baby shower cakes, christening cakes, Christmas cakes or any other special cake!

Sit back and enjoy our stunning lakefront and mountain views Lake Hawea Holiday Park accommodation is found on the shores of Lake Hawea, only 15 minutes drive from Wanaka and an hour from Queenstown in the South Island of New Zealand. This gem of a campground has stunning lake and mountain views. With a relaxing established park like environment and conveniently located as a base for a range of activities the motorcamp offers a perfect blend for generations of local families and independent ... Read more travellers. Lake Hawea Holiday Park, Camping Ground & Accommodation Lake Hawea Holiday Park is a family friendly, traditional campground with well maintained facilities, a selection of private, sheltered tent camping areas, powered and unpowered motorhome and caravan sites as well as a selection of cabin and cottage accommodation. All of the sites on the five hectare lakeside campground offer easy foot access to Lake Hawea and have unequalled views of the surrounding mountains. Fishing, ...

Cromwell Golf Club is a sand based course offering year round dry golfing conditions. The club also has a driving range with clubs and balls available for hire.

This is an intense, undie staining, adrenaline stimulation activity achieved by launching yourself from the world’s highest cliff, 109m over the famous Shotover River. Our uniquely designed system allows you to swing 200m with a 60m vertical freefall down a steep rocky cliff face. Throw our amazing staff into the mix and you’ve got the experience of a lifetime. It’s all about you. We aren’t here to rush or crown you. Our unique style of adrenaline and friendly service in a spectacular ... Read more scenic location gives you time to relax in the surroundings; to chat to your host and share in our passion for the best adrenalin rush by pushing your personal boundaries and safely managing your fear factor. Whether you’ve confident or timid, our jump masters are professional and crazy enough to ensure you have an awesome experience at gravity’s playground. Over the years we’ve dreamt up and developed heaps of jump styles - each one unique. Our Jumpmasters’ Choices include heaps ...

Our 1 & 2 bedroom motel units with kitchenette offer ideal family accommodation in a central location. Cots, Highchairs & Babysitting Services are available, just inform Reception staff when booking your stay. Two bedroom wheelchair accessible unit (sleeps up to 4). All guest rooms are non smoking and include tea and coffee making facilities, ensuite bathroom with shower only (2 bedroom units have a bath), Sky Digital TV, DVD Player, Free DVD hire. Blue Peaks has an on-site guest laundry, free off-street ... Read more parking, complimentary WiFi internet for up to 4 devices (additional prepaid options available), luggage and cycle storage and daily room servicing. Children under 5 years Stay Free when using Existing Bedding. One Child under 2 years stays free in a Cot. Blue Peaks Lodge is conveniently located an easy 5 minutes walk from the centre of Queenstown. You will find that Blue Peaks Lodge is your perfect base from which to enjoy the many attractions of Queenstown, New Zealand.

The Otago Racing Club is based at Wingatui Racecourse in Mosgiel on the outskirts of Dunedin. It is recognised as the South's Premier Racing Club. It stages major events such as Melbourne Cup Day, the Boxing Day Races and Champions Day in February, as well the extremely popular race days at Cromwell. Upcoming Racedays at Wingatui: Saturday 6th Feb 2016 Saturday 5th March 2016 Thursday 14th April 2016 Wednesday 27th April 2016 Sunday 5th June 2016 Thursday 30th June 2016 Other upcoming ... Read more events : Sunday 28th Feb 2016 - Cromwell Friday 27th May - Oamaru Wingatui is much more than just a racecourse. Its grandstand buildings have just been renovated and now offer a terrific option for people looking for a venue for their wedding, a business looking for an easy conference location or anyone thinking of hosting a party or get together of any description.

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Our multi-award winning, daily, 'small group' tour departs from Dunedin city in the mid-afternoon for the Otago Peninsula wildlife 'hotspots'. The tour combines tourism and conservation in a symbiotic relationship and provides absolutely unrivaled viewing of estuarine and marine wildlife. Our knowledgeable guides will inform you of activity being viewed and visit places where the best possible viewing of Hooker's Sea lions, Yellow-eyed Penguins, Blue Penguins, a breeding colony of New Zealand Fur ... Read more Seals and Royal Albatross can be had. A further 25-30 other estuarine and marine bird species are seen during the experience. Close up unobtrusive viewing from beach locations and strategically placed observation hides is guaranteed. Most days Albatross are seen flying at Taiaroa headland, but a further opportunity to see other pelagic sea bird occurs at our conservation area. Lots of sea birds are seen flying close to here including numerous petrel and shear-water species and a further four ...

Larchview Holiday Park, Naseby, Central Otago: A traditional Kiwi camping ground set in 17 acres of Larch, Pine and native trees.Located adjacent to the Naseby Forest Recreation Area. Accommodation options; Unpowered or powered sites (tents, caravans or campervans), cabins or cottages. Guests using the camp sites and cabins use the camp’s amenity blocks where they’ll find a fully equipped kitchen, lounge area (with a large wood burning fire for the cooler months), laundry, showers and toilets. ... Read more Two of the cottages are original Miner's cottages (built in 1893). They've been modernised and have their own kitchen, bathroom and lounge with wood burning fires . The Holiday Park has lots of areas for children to explore and play, including an adventure playground with a fort, swings and slides. Also a dog friendly Park, so guest’s (well behaved) 4 legged family members can join the family holiday. Being located next to the Naseby Forest Recreation Area opens up opportunities ...

Two Rivers, Twice The Excitement’ New Zealand’s Original Jet boat Ride, operating since 1960. Come and see what all the excitement is about! Proudly the world’s first commercial Jet boat operator, KJet is based in the centre of beautiful Queenstown Bay. We are a family owned business aiming to give our guests memorable experiences, sharing stories and sights that only our slice of New Zealand offers.We are driven to deliver an unparalleled, value-for-money, friendly and exciting Jet boat ... Read more ride on the scenic waterways of Queenstown, ensuring at all times the safety and comfort of our passengers. We have a fleet of eight boats offering a range of Jet boat rides and combo deals to suit thrill seekers and families alike. With the largest Jet boat capacity in New Zealand we can offer exclusive private charters for groups of all sizes, carrying up to 140 people at one time. Only KJet offers over 60 minutes of unforgettable thrills, spins and exhilaration across three waterways in one ...

Step into THRILL ZONE, right in the heart of Queenstown! A fun, high-energy, adrenaline fuelled experience with a huge range of indoor adventures to choose from. Take a journey to the edge of reality with our Vortex 12D Motion Thrill Ride. Experience the ride of your life time on our wild roller coasters, creepy haunted houses & crazy jetpack adventures! Or experience a brand new dimension in a world without limits with our 360°Virtual Reality. From fighting intergalactic wars on alien planets ... Read more to riding on a horse while shooting zombies to skiing down enormous mountains, we have something for everyone. If a shoot ‘em up mission is more your game you can choose the 360° Battleground where you can join in the high adrenaline action of 360° Indoor Paintless Paintball (Reball), Lasertag or Heroblast (especially designed for youngsters). Choose from a wide range of game scenarios for your hour of warfare, complete with your very own dedicated referee. Fully interactive and action-packed! ...

See my website - bridgettelfersingingstudio.co.nz Bridget has 30 years experience as a Singer, Performer, Songwriter, Musical Director and Teacher. Offering a wide range of singing and performance styles, catering to students of all ages and abilities - from ages 6 years through to adults. Years of success with students in local singing competitions, NZ Gold Guitars, Musical Theatre Productions, and training singers to become professional musicians and performers. Private and class lessons ... Read more available. Check out the Theatre Vox & Rox childrens' ensembles. Designed for the young singer/performer in your family. Long history of producing successful students. Musical Theatre specialist, with years of experience as a performer, songwriter and Musical Director. Bridget has a Bachelor of Music degree with a double major in Contemporary performance and Composition from the University of Otago, NZ

Dancworks offers dance classes in Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Hiphop, Contemporary & Musical Theatre. Classes are for all ages two years up to adults. Get in touch today to book your class.

Fantastic community Playcentre. New families always welcome. Contact us today!