Throughout NZ there are 16 YMCAs all of which share a common purpose – which is to meet and relate to the needs of people in their communities, and where they work, in a way that will encourage them to develop as individuals, express their own needs and reach their full potential. YMCAs do this through programmes and relationships, involving YMCA workers with special youth community, recreational and motivational skills, guided by the four core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring. The... Read more

The Party Singers - A professional party (pop, rock) duo with a full band sound. Christchurch Band For Hire. Bars, Clubs, Weddings, birthdays, corporate functions Disco lights included! Paul: Vocalist (lead & backing), Electric Guitar and Bass Guitar Samantha: Vocalist (lead & backing), Electronic Drum Pads and Tambourine (combined with rocking backing tracks) Songs: Kiwi classics, April Sun, Bliss, Why Does Love.. and party favs,... Read more

Proactive Martial Arts is one of New Zealand's leading professional martial arts organisations with six branches based in Christchurch, New Zealand. We are a family-orientated facility with plenty of friendly, qualified instructors and a great leadership team! You are never too old to start and everyone is encouraged to work at their own pace and enjoy the journey. We run extensive children's Karate and Kickboxing programmes, developed for specific age groups from 4 years of age through to teenage-only... Read more

Archery truly is the sport for all, from the young to old of all abilities, for the single individual to groups - come have a go and be welcomed Read more

Welcome to the Sei Tou Ken Yu Kai Canterbury Kendo Club. The Canterbury Kendo Club was founded by Alex Bennett and Karl Hitchcock in 1988, following Alex’s Rotary Exchange to Chiba, Japan. Today the club trains in a dedicated dojo four days a week, and offers both Kendo (Japanese fencing) and Iaido (sword drawing) classes for all ages and levels. The Sei Tou Ken Yu Kai Canterbury Kendo Club is an affiliated member of the New Zealand Kendo Federation, and therefore the International Kendo Federation. The... Read more

Popular NZ artist and trained teacher Katrina McGettigan has been running art classes for adult's and children in Christchurch for over 5years. Katrina offers Holiday workshops for adults and children, after-school drawing classes for children. 9 week painting workshops for adults and online painting workshops. Adults and children can learn how to paint a landscape using acrylic paints. Classes for all ages and abilities.Click on her website for more details and to book. Read more

The Christchurch Netball Centre is one of the largest netball centres in New Zealand catering for netball players in and around the city and environs. All 36 outdoor courts, some resurfaced and realigned are situated in Hagley Park. The Centre has the luxury of a stylish building nestled amongst the trees in Hagley Park where administration offices, physio clinic and caterers are situated. The Centre is close to bus routes and has coffee and food onsite during Competition days. The Christchurch... Read more

Everyone needs a superhero in their lives and let’s be honest, the best superheroes are you; the mums, dads and caregivers. Unfortunately though, these superheroes can’t be there all of the time, so let our superheroes take over when you can’t be there. The superheroes at MASH are passionate about making a positive difference in your childrens lives through role modelling, using 'old school' manners, providing new experiences and above all having a whole heap of FUN! With or without a cape &... Read more

GirlGuiding is a friendly, inclusive community open to girls and women of all ages and backgrounds. It’s never too late to join! Girls and young women involved in our activities thrive in an environment that encourages positive self-expression, friendship and a sense of adventure. We provide our girls and young women with the skills and self- confidence they need to embrace life’s challenges, make informed choices, and make a positive difference to their own lives and the wider community. We look... Read more

Paint & Sip Studio, Christchurch offers creative birthday parties for kids aged 5+. View our website paintnsip.co.nz for full details! A local artist will guide the children step-by-step to complete a painting while they socialise with friends! Fun, easy and no artistic ability or experience necessary! We provide everything to complete the painting, so just bring the kids! Birthday family can self-cater food, cake and non-alcoholic drinks. We also offer Term-time After School Art classes for... Read more

At NZ Modern School of Music - Christchurch & North Canterbury, we offer individual music lessons to students age 5+. Our qualified teachers teach a variety of instruments including piano, guitar, drums, voice, and so many more! Get in touch today to learn more about who we are and what we do! Read more

Baseball! A game played and loved by millions of Americans! It is a little known fact that an estimated 60 million people play baseball worldwide, with Japan being currently ranked No.1 in World Baseball. Dozens of countries around the world play the "All American Pastime" and are excelling at the sport.Here in New Zealand, one of the world's last major sporting countries to realise its passion for baseball, interest is rapidly swelling. Player numbers have grown from 600, five years ago,... Read more

O'Callahan Dance Studio offers classes in Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary and Stretch & Extension with Acro Find us on Facebook Classes in St Albans, Spreydon & Beckenham Read more

Sailing from Moncks Bay since 1891, Christchurch Yacht Club is one of the oldest clubs in the country. Members past and present provide a roll-call of world-class yachties including New Zealands first sailing Olympic Gold Medallists Peter Mander and Jack Cropp in 1956 and Leslie Egnot. With its distinctive historic clubhouse past Redcliffs on the road to Sumner, CYC has access to the water at all states of the tide and enjoys sailing areas both on the Estuary and over the bar into Sumner Bay.... Read more

Voodoo Music Studio are welcoming in the New Year with AMAZING DEALS! Karaoke Recordings WAS $75 NOW $45 (per song) Includes Artwork and Printed Disc! Karaoke Recording album WAS $450 NOW $300 (10 Songs) Includes Artwork and 5 Printed Cds! No experience needed, come along and have some fun.. Fun and Affordable Recording Read more

After school drama classes for children aged 5-18 years. We have classes in Merivale, Halswell and in South Brighton. Our classes combine a structured fun-filled social environment with extensive use of improvisation and role-play to develop positive feelings of self worth and the ability to confidently express thoughts and feelings. We have age ranked classes for 5-7 years. 7-9 years and 9-13 years, 13- 18 years. Current times and costs per term are: Merivale Classes are: Monday Thumbelina,... Read more

We are a place for young people to be themselves. We have a free ride gym with Olympic trampolines, foam pit, skate ramps and a theatre. We cater to all sports such as parkour, trampolining, scooters, skating, surfing, snowboarding, skiing and more. We run coached classes, casual classes and can be booked for birthdays. Read more

Master Song specializes in coaching the following skills: -Traditional/Practical Shaolin Kung-Fu (i.e. Variety of open hand forms, 18 traditional weapons and advanced animal-imitation forms) - Contemporary Wushu (Jet Li Style) - Sanda (Chinese Kick Boxing) -Tai Chi & Qigong with Mind Body Balance Relaxation -Self Defense & Fitness Contact us today for your FIRST FREE TRIAL LESSON to experience the fun, professional and uniqueness of Master Song Shaolin Kung Fu Wushu! A great holistic way to... Read more

Play is the Way! Toy Libraries operate throughout NZ for families to borrow toys, games, puzzles and other learning activities. Run by volunteers for the benefit of children in the community. 5 good reasons to join - 1. access to quality toys for minimal charge 2. age appropriate toys always available 3. Opportunity to meet other families in the community and network 4. Hiring is a good environmental option; reducing landfill waste from unwanted/broken toys 5. Volunteers on hand to help;... Read more

Hey there! We're Spiderhands Productions Limited, a locally-owned and operated NZ company that specializes in music instrument lessons. We're happy to teach students of any age, musical background, or skill level. Our Music Tutor, Logan, operates from his Lesson Studio in Coleridge Street, Sydenham. We offer Lessons for the following instruments: - Guitar - Bass - Drums - Piano - Ukulele. We teach Monday-Friday after school and Saturdays from 10am-2pm. If you'd like a free first... Read more

Pilates are often billed as a fitness regime for people of all ages and body types. But can everyone do Pilates Christchurch? The answer is a resounding yes! With the right instructor and class type, everyone can enjoy Pilates, from beginners to experienced exercisers. At O-Studio, we pride ourselves on our welcoming community and offer small groups and private pilates classes Christchurch-wide is a great way to stretch and strengthen your body. Read more

Learn to sew with an experienced tutor. Small classes and loads of fun. You sew projects of your choice. Quality machines and tools are provided for students to use. We providing students with a positive and fulfilling experience in learning to sew and enabling them to be able to make clothes that are practical, useful, fashionable and fit well. Learn the correct techniques to develop patterns to fit your body and then sew them with a professional finish. Teaching is tailored to how you learn. Pattern... Read more

The Hornby Rugby Football Club is committed to offering junior & senior members of all ages a positive rugby experience. Our skilled coaches are dedicated and motivated to support and develop the skills of our junior & senior players. We are a family oriented club offering many social opportunities throughout the season. We encourage players and supporters to attend our clubrooms located at Denton Park on Saturdays from 4:30pm. All Members will be given a handbook once registered - In this hand... Read more

We are the biggest tennis club on the eastern side of Christchurch set in lovely park like surroundings, providing programs for HotShots, junior tennis (social and interclub), senior tennis (social and interclub), midweek ladies and have expert coaching available from our club coach Andrew Falck. We also have a comprehensive range of tennis racquets, shoes and bags for sale. Join us for juniors on a Saturday morning or seniors on Saturday afternoons from 1pm onwards. Read more

Bridge club. Offering lessons (3 courses per year). 5 sessions of play per week plus weekend tournaments throughout the year. Venue hire available Read more