These beautiful and tranquil gardens are set directly on the edge of the inner Tauranga harbour. With water-lilly ponds, mature trees from around the world, flower gardens and natural wetlands the gardens are a delight all year round. And with many varieties of birds wandering free and in aviaries scattered throughout the gardens, this special corner of New Zealand is truely unique.  The Gardens The Bird Gardens are on the outskirts of katikati and were created in 1976 when local visionary Chris... Read more

Community Martial Arts is a community focused, donations based martial arts organisation bringing together some of the most qualified and experienced instructors in the Tauranga region. We have been teaching in Tauranga since 1995 and have taught hundreds of students both locally, nationally and internationally. We offer regular classes in Ryukyu Kempo Karate and can offer specific classes, seminars, camps and short courses for Ryukyu Kempo Karate, Self-Protection and Iwama Aikido. Our classes... Read more

PLEASE NOTE: ALWAYS contact us by EMAIL or phone for ALL information regarding classes offered from the studio. ALL INFO is on the WEBSITE. (WE DO NOT OFFER ACTIVITIES FOR UNDER 8 YEARS) Read more

The Martial Arts Academy is Tauranga's hub of all things martial arts, we teach Aikido, Boxing, Brazilian jiu jitsu, Karate, Kung Fu, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Tai Chi, Taekwon-Do and Fitness. TMAA teach people of all skill levels from absolute beginners to world champions, and our team of instructors are highly skilled with over 300 years of experience between them, and have competed at the highest levels in their arts. We operate a safe, family friendly training environment where your goals come first,... Read more

Welcome to Global Jiu-Jitsu Health and Fitness, where martial arts, health and well-being are in our DNA. We have been teaching and educating people in the art of jiu-jitsu for over a decade and take great pride in the fact that we have positively impacted many people's lives as a result. We provide a family-friendly atmosphere where our members can grow and develop in an environment where they are supported and encouraged throughout their learning and development process. We have programs... Read more

With 16 years as a professional makeup artist, Lillybeth now brings her love of colour and fun to face painting! Book her to add fun to any event! Face painting can be tailored to any occasion or theme. Perfect for injecting colour and creativity into birthday parties, business celebration or corporate staff & family parties, face painting excites both children and adults. Entertain your guests and watch their imaginations spark as they grow into their characters as princesses or pirates, animals... Read more

Waimarino is a tranquil paradise situated on the banks of the Wairoa River just 10 minutes from Tauranga city. Our adventure park is focused around the sport of kayaking. Waimarino has been Tauranga’s premier kayaking & recreational destination since 1975. We offer a number of unique & enjoyable glow worm kayak tours, a range of corporate team-building options, new conference & function facilities, and after school and holiday care for children. We can provide an exclusive riverside venue for... Read more

We specialize in all kids of cakes, large-small, novelty, themed, anything you like! We are well known for taking on the ones no one likes to do- especially vehicles (cars and trucks are our speciality!) Read more

Welcome to Kiwi Castles Full day, self-service rentals. Pickup in the morning, drop it off in the evening. Easy as! Need a Bouncy Castle to rent/hire in Tauranga for your next birthday party or kiddies get-together? We have 14 castles to choose from, suitable for ages up to 8 years. Our castles are simple to transport in a small vehicle, easy to set up, and take only minutes to inflate. Because of their size they can fit into most garages or larger lounge areas, should the weather turn nasty.... Read more

Bay Play is an initiative by the Mount Maunganui Music School Charitable Trust, encouraging the introduction of music and instruments to primary school children since 1998. Bay Play is not for profit, but instead makes quality music tutoring financially accessible to all children within our community, 7 to 13 year olds. Lessons Lesson duration is 25 minutes held during the school term between 3.30pm and 5.30pm Monday or Wednesdays at Mount Maunganui College, Mount Maunganui. To keep tuition... Read more

Welcome to the Tauranga Roosters Softball Club. We play in the Western Bay of Plenty [WBOP] Fastpitch competition. We are growing with the league and currently have an U13 Junior Roosters and a Senior Women's Team. The plan is to enter a team in each grade of competition from Junior Girls and Boys, College teams, Senior Woman and Men for the coming seasons. Our super coaching staff of Eru Loach, Mark Watchman and Roger Marshman bring a wealth of knowledge to our team and we aim to become... Read more

Childcare available in Auckland, Waikato region, Tauranga region, Whakatane, Rotorua, Taupo and Gisborne. At Nurtured at Home children are our first priority. We offer children and families high quality learning environments in a safe and nurturing home. Our in-home Educators provide full and part day education and childcare in their own homes for up to 4 children at any one time, and of these children only 2 under two’s. Small ratios mean your child receives individualised care in a nurturing,... Read more

Lollipops is a great place to bring children where they can play indoors in a safe environment having loads of exercise climbing the frames or using the various other rides and activities. Or maybe to take all the stress out of having that all important birthday party we can do it all for you. Read more

DayBreak Preschool provides Montessori inspired preschool education. It is a unique preschool where your child’s potential is developed and nurtured with loving guidance. What makes DayBreak Preschool unique is our Montessori inspired programme and our teaching team’s experience and enthusiasm. Their gifted insight into early childhood education along with their personal and professional accomplishments ensures DayBreak Preschool develops a progressive philosophy and culture of continuous improvement.... Read more

Natural Harmonics is based in Tauranga, currently operating as a mobile service offering natural and nature inspired craft parties and creative workshops for children aged 5 and above. Passionate about creativity with an educational approach, Montessori trained and currently working with children ages 3 - 11. We aim to bring a unique experience to your child/children's birthday party. Please get in touch to discuss craft options or even let us create a bespoke party just for you. Read more

Play Time After School and Holiday Fun is an OSCAR programme that offers children the opportunity to spend time doing what they'd like to do, in a friendly, nurturing and structured environment, with a variety of age appropriate activities. We have programmes at Fairhaven School, Te Puke, and Matua Community Hall, Matua, and we also have a Holiday Programme only at Golden Sands School, Papamoa. Children from all schools are welcome at our programmes. Read more

The Dance House is a unique dance school in Tauranga New Zealand, with a strong foundation in dance technique and performance. We enjoy working with each individual to bring out their best, and provide a supportive and uplifting environment for personal growth. At The Dance House Tauranga, we nurture creativity alongside technique, inspiring a lifelong appreciation for dance and the arts. We want our dancers to experience the artistry and joy of dance while developing correct technical ability,... Read more

Bay Coast Rowing Club has groups from Bethlehem College, Otumoetai College and Katikati College plus an awesome Masters group. Our wonderful volunteer coaches are enthusiastic and give a lot of time to on water and gym sessions. Summer and winter programs Read more

Dance Education Centre offers a full range of classes in Ballet, Urban Jazz, Contemporary Dance, Stretch / Body Conditioning and Competition Work at our Matua Centre and also Ballet Classes in the Senior Citizens Hall, Mount Maunganui. Our students range in ages from 3-4 years in our fun-filled and imaginative Preschool Mini Movers classes right through to Senior Contemporary, Urban Professionals and RAD Ballet Training at Vocational level for those pursuing a career in Performing Arts. In Tauranga,... Read more

SKEW-WHIFF are magicians, jugglers, puppeteers, ventriloquists and comedy performers. They entertain all ages with their Roving Riot Of Entertainment. Read more

Our mission as a community based non-for-profit is to "build strong kids, strong families and strong communities". Our After School Care programmes serve fifteen schools around Tauranga Primary Schools: Welcome Bay Selwyn Ridge Maungatapu Tauranga Primary Gate Pa Greerton Village Greenpark Merivale Oropi Kaimai Bethlehem Bellevue Otumoetai Primary Intermediate Schools: Tauranga Intermediate Otumoetai Intermediate We are a provider of educational and developmental programmes... Read more

Quality Ballet School of students age 4yrs to Advanced Levels. RAD,ISTD,IDTA. Principal Yvonne Edwards ARAD Ex Principal Royal NZ Ballet. Read more

Horse Haven Riding Academy: Dedicated to the teaching and sharing the love of horses to all ages in the community since 2001. # Coaching # Learn to ride #Horsemanship Clinics #Facility Hire # Pony Stud. We love to help young people who love horses develop greater confidence, understanding and knowledge about horses, to teach them new skills with horsemanship, horse riding and handling and also much of the aspects of the care of the horse. These new skills they will take with them into their everyday... Read more

Tauranga Archers. Our club is situated at Graham Park between Takitimu Drive & Edgecombe Rd (this is not a postal address). The official club day is on Sundays. In winter we meet from 1:00pm to 4pm, In summer, Dec-Mar, from 10am to 1pm. Non members with current archery experience may join in on this day but only if there is room on the targets and/or equipment is available. Fees apply. $20 with no equipment or $10 with your own equipment. If you have your own equipment your bow must be no... Read more

Professional & Affordable Gymnastic programs at Schools around Tauranga. We cover the following areas: Tauranga Otumoetai Papamoa Bethlehem Matua Pyes Pa Greerton Call Marie for more information Read more

Looking for a fun way to entertain the family, social group, business or sport group? Then come on one of our Quests - a hybrid of the treasure hunt, scavenger hunt and the amazing race. We have Quests ready to go, or let us do the thinking and tailor one for you. Read more

Passing on my love of dance to children and young at heart is my mission. My life has been surrounded by children, my own, my dance pupils, my grandchildren and now great grandchildren. I cannot imagine my life without the joy and inspiration they create. I have attended dozens of courses in New Zealand and overseas on dance, writing and movement. A few years ago I took a group of children to a World conference in Finland. Three of our beautiful kiwi costumes also went on the trip. The children... Read more

Let's get Fitter, Faster and Stronger! We are excited to help you get great results! Limited spaces available. Book in advance to avoid disappointment. Taekwondo and Tai Chi in Omokoroa are run by International qualified Certified Masters in Taekwondo and Tai Chi. Master Sonja Janssen, 5th Dan Black Belt with more than 30 years of teaching experience and Master Abraham Janssen (4th Dan Black Belt with more than 30 years of teaching experience) KORYO BOP is a member of the governing body, Taekwondo... Read more