Centre Philosophy Our philosophy embodies the principles, strands and goals of Te Whāriki, the Early Childhood Curriculum. We recognise the important role parents / whànau play in a child’s education and we seek to complement and build on this. We value parent / whànau input in the daily programme. We also value the input parents have in the decision making process surrounding their child’s care and education. We believe that strong relationships between parents / whànau encourage partnerships... Read more

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

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Sockburn 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 Sockburn, Christchurch, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... 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

Through group music making, and playful games that children love, students develop musical skill, understanding and literacy. This sequential approach develops children's musicianship and confidence. These skills will transfer to any instrument. Kodly students become strong readers, excellent singers, with well developed aural, coordination and memory skills and a lifelong passion for music. Fridays: 3.45pm - 4.15pm: Kea (approx 5 - 6 years old) 4.20pm - 4:50pm: Kotare (approx 7 - 9 years... Read more

Here at Let's Go Party we are all about bringing the fun to your door step. We know how stressful it can be gathering up all the children, working out a venue and then entertaining them. We are here to make your birthday boy or girl's party as easy as possible for you - so you can sit back and enjoy it with your children. We are all about fun filled entertainment here at Let's Go Party, and your children's enjoyment is our number one priority. We haven't been around here very long but we believe... Read more

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Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Opawa Cholmondeley 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 Opawa Cholmondeley, Christchurch are taught by passionate instructors... Read more

We are a mobile gelato and coffee vendor, we can come to your event anywhere in Canterbury, we can run on supplied power or be self contained using our generator. Our gelato has the most amazing flavour and we have won 12 awards for some of our flavours, all products are made using natural NZ ingredients with no artificial flavours, colours or preservitives. We offer over 10 vegan friendly flavours including chocolate, we are very family orientated and we respect the values of our customers that's... Read more

We are vibrant and fresh and we encourage fun and enjoyment in all of your workouts with an upbeat atmosphere that is positive and relaxed. We are dedicated to helping everyone feel welcome and making sure you get the most out of your classes. The classes are designed to provide variety and body changing, heart pumping, motivating workouts. Our cardio/weights facility has the latest and most up-to-date equipment to make your workout experience pleasurable. 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

The Burnside RFC was established in 1957 and offers rugby to players of all ages and levels, from U6 ripper rugby to Golden Oldies. We also run the Touch on the Park social touch rugby module each year from October through to March. Read more

Our Christchurch holiday homes and apartments are fantastic for family holidays. We offer both rural and town rental properties, accommodating from 2 to 12 persons and pet friendly options. All of our quality Christchurch Holiday Homes are fully self catering and set up as a normal home offering; Clean and sunny living Comfortable modern furnishings Free WiFi internet Large flatscreen TV Fully equipped kitchen & laundry Comfortable beds Cleaning service available Pet friendly options Minimum... Read more

Enter into an unknown realm of dark mystery, anticipation and adrenalin. Does victory or peril await you? Operating since 1987, Laser Strike has been a mainstay of the Christchurch entertainment scene for decades. We have one simple mission and that's to provide the best group entertainment activity in Christchurch. 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

Mocka provides contemporary and trendy toys and furniture at great unmatched prices. It is a small family run business based in Christchurch, NZ and values personal customer service and provides quality products that are made to last. Read more

We are a community-owned, not-for-profit early learning centre located in the idyllic Barnett Park in Redcliffs, Christchurch. We welcome children from Redcliffs, Sumner, Mt Pleasant, Heathcote and beyond to our modern purpose-built centre. We are lucky enough to have large indoor and outdoor playing areas, all oriented toward an open park-view. Our centre is divided into two main areas: the Nursery, for children aged 0-2 and the Preschool, for children aged 2-5. Across both groups, our children... Read more

CLOWN Mr. ADAM ALL-SORTS: VERSATILE CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINER Specialising in Clown, Acrobatics and Gymnastics, Juggling, Comedy Magic Performance, Balloon Twisting, Fun Parachute & Interactive Games, Mini Clown Bikes To Ride. Balance board (Hoverboard) rides. Face painting, Hola-Hoops. Performing Chihuahua Circus Activities - Family Fun Entertainment - For Future Generations Mr. Adam All-Sorts entertains at Birthday Parties and at Larger events. Indoor - Outdoor - Roving - or Stage.... Read more

BB is an ACTION PACKED programme geared for young kiwi guys. BB is an adventure based programme for 5 to 18 year olds and a lifestyle training ground for growing up young boys into mature Kiwi men. BB 14th is supported by the Beckenham Methodist Church and is part of a NZ and world wide network. BB offers a well-balanced fun filled programme for young guys. BB is a Christian based organisation that hopes to advance Christs Kingdom among boys. Why not join the thousands of men who have grown... Read more

Fantastic facilities Social & competition play for both junior and senior. 10 courts - 6 hard courts and 6 Astro-turf, 7 courts with flood lighting. Organized Business House Tennis on Monday evenings Organized senior play on Tuesday & Thursday mornings Organized senior play on Tuesday evenings Organized senior play on Saturday afternoons Coaching available on request Read more

We welcome and accept movers of all ages, races, sexualities, religions, shapes and sizes! Classes available in ballet, jazz, contemporary, hip hop and yoga for ages 2yrs till adult! Come flow with us & enjoy moving in a safe & fun environment. FREE TRIAL CLASS! 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

Edgeware Tennis Club was established in 1932 and has a long history of great tennis players. The Club is operated by a friendly and dedicated committee of volunteers and is supported by our growing membership, who offer their energy and expertise from time to time. We have five hard courts and four astro turf which are also lit for night time tennis. These courts are used for casual organised tennis, interclub or general usage by the membership. Our members range in age from 3 ½ to 72 years old... Read more

With 6 courts, resident professional coach and about 210 members, Avonhead Tennis delivers fun competitive tennis. Avonhead has organised social tennis all year round; Saturday afternoons, mid-week (Tuesdays & Thursdays mornings), Wednesday Twilight (late afternoon). Players may also join one of the large number of graded teams for interclub competitions. All juniors get regular weekly professional coaching, in small groups of 4 to 6 players. And all coaching is personally led by one of Canterbury's... Read more

Taekwon-Do is the Korean art of self defence and the world’s most popular martial art. It was first developed by a Korean Army General, Gen. Choi Hong Hi, in the 1950s and 1960s. “Tae” means to jump or kick with the foot; “Kwon” means to punch with the hand or fist; and “Do” means art or way. Taekwon-Do is also an exciting sport with many spectacular events such as sparring, patterns, power breaking and the high flying special techniques competition. But it is also a martial art suitable... Read more