Water Sport Activities for Kids

We are situated directly opposite a sandy estuary beach, which is a perfect for launching a kayak or dinghy or taking the children to explore the estuary at low tide. With the town centre just 450 metres along the road, you can abandon your car if you wish and enjoy the stroll to cafes and shops. Our small holiday park is ideal for families. We aim to provide a safe relaxing environment in which to enjoy yourself and our lovely little town. We have a variety of budget accommodation units... Read more

Taupo Kayaking Adventures (TKA) specializes in guided scenic tours/trips on New Zealand’s largest fresh water lake, rivers, streams, walking/mountain biking tracks and trails in the Great Lake Taupo Region. Incorporating; • Kayaking • Mountain Bike • Walking • Walking and mountain Biking Combo’s • Overnight Experience • Kayak Fishing • Or a mixture of the above • Or kayak, paddle (sup) board and bike hire With unrivalled natural beauty, fascinating history, gourmet outdoor food and passionate knowledgeable... Read more

The New Zealand Ocean Swim Series consists of seven events, showcasing some of our most unique and stunning beaches and waterfronts. With the aim of promoting fitness and health through ocean swimming, the events offer a range achievable distances on the day – presenting opportunities for almost all ages and abilities to take part (exception of the Harbour Crossing which consists of the one 2.9km iconic swim across Auckland’s Harbour). Event distances on offer include: ‘I’m Going Long’ distance... Read more

RYA and SRL Practical and Shorebased Skipper Training. RYA Powerboat or Jetski Instructor Training. Safety & Coach Boat Training courses for Yachting & Rowing Clubs. Check out our Shop too as Elements has a range of Topaz Dinghy’s and Red Air Paddleboards for sale, Plus expert advice or maritime consultancy to get you set up and out on the water enjoying whatever watersport you've chosen. Read more

Our unique trip takes around about 5.5hrs and is a combination of a sightseeing trip by bus or van (a 45 min drive into Skippers Canyon, one of the most scenic roads in NZ), and rafting on the upper Shotover River. The on-river trip is pretty gentle, we are only rafting on grade 1 & 2 rapids. This means that any water that sloshes into the raft, does so without violence or force. In fact, water confidence is not necessary. We do stop along the way on the river and adults and kids who want to,... Read more

The Canterbury Yachting Association represents all the yacht clubs in the Canterbury Region. Check out our website to find out what our yacht clubs can offer, and which yacht classes are represented in the region. Come and learn to sail, become a crew member or a volunteer. Have fun on the water. Read more

Swim Rotorua are the only Swimming New Zealand and Swimming Bay of Plenty affiliated club in Rotorua. Swim Rotorua are always happy to welcome new members. Whether you want to improve your style, train for school competitions, water polo or triathlons or swim at the olympics we have a program to help you. Our first session is no charge so come along and see how we can help you Read more

Kaitiaki Adventures Aotearoa offers Amazing World Class Eco Tourism Experiences. White-water Rafting and Sledging on the Beautiful Kaituna River, Half Day Adventure Hike up Iconic Volcano of Mt Tarawera. Our professional and qualified guides are there to encourage, motivate and help you where necessary and also provide insight in to aspects of Maori Culture. No experience necessary on any of the Activities we offer. Read more

Non-Competitive and Competitive swimming instruction for children who have completed learn to swim programs Read more

We are officially two springboard diving clubs (North Harbour and Waitakere) under the one umbrella of Auckland Diving Community Trust based at both Glenfield pool on the North Shore and West Wave Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Henderson. We cater for ages 5 to adult, offering all levels of coaching from Fun Dive classes through to Competitive training and Masters classes for adults. Diving is a sport that offers agility, strength, co-ordination and above all fun! Come and try us out. We think you... Read more

Daily Surf Lessons - 2hrs * All ages *Groups or Privates * Cert. Level 1 and 2 instructors * Quality Equipment Incl. Soft top surf boards and Ripcurl full length wetsuits. We are there to help you get that smile on your face :) Have fun with us for you first timer lesson or follow on with improvement classes to give you that professional head start. We are highly qualified with Surfing New Zeaand and 10 yrs surf coaching experience. Or Kayak and Stand up paddle Rentals with self guided... Read more

AUT Millennium is New Zealand's home of high performance sport. A world-class centre helping our community to be healthy and our top athletes to be champions. Read more

The Milford Cruising Club welcomes families interested in boating in general. We run an active junior sailing program throughout the summer months with winter seminars added with emphasis on water education. For adults and advanced junior sailors we offer the opportunity to sail on our larger boats located in the Milford Marina. The Milford Cruising Club organise an active sailing program weekdays after work for those that are a little short on time. We have recently purchased 5 RS Feva yachts for... Read more

Welcome to Kitesurf Nelson. The only Kiteboard Paddleboard shop in Nelson. We are the heart and soul of kitesurfing & Paddle boarding in the Nelson Read more

Do you want Learn to Swim lessons? If so then come in and check us out Classes 7 days per week 3rd Family member FREE* *conditions apply Lesson for ALL ages 3months - Adults Have a pool we can come to you* conditions apply Read more

Welcome to Swimming Bay of Plenty. Whether you’re a member of many years, or simply a visitor interested in taking up a new and exciting sport in your area – we are sure you will find what you are looking for. Swimming can offer many things to many people, recreation, sport, enjoyment – but one thing is often overlooked, the need for swimming to be seen as a life skill. In this day and age it is amazing that less than 25 per cent of our 12-year-olds can swim 200 metres. Worse still is the fact... Read more

Inexpensive, quiet, comfortable, self catering accommodation very close to the Tongariro River in Turangi. Sportsmans Lodge has nine rooms with own ensuites and a lovely private self contained cottage set in an amazing garden. The lodge has a large kitchen and lounge with TV, pool table and open fire. This classic Kiwi Style Turangi accommodation is suitable for fishermen, walkers, travellers, skiers and groups. Sportsmans Lodge is the hidden accommodation gem of the Lake Taupo district and has... Read more

Paekakariki is on the West Coast of the North Island of New Zealand, about a 40 minute drive from Central Wellington. We patrol Paekakariki Beach from November through March; conducting patrols on both Saturdays and Sundays. We have a large active membership of junior surf (7-13 years) and senior members (14 years+) and offer competitive training squads for surf sports. We have a proud history as a patrolling club and it is a set requirement that every member perform patrol duties before they can... Read more

GET SET TO GET WET... and visit H²O Xtream today for a fun filled, action packed, aquatic day out. Grab an Xtream slides pass for unlimited rides on 3 exciting Hydroslides. Got a need for speed? Launch yourself down the 8 metre vertical drop of the Xtream Speed slide...take on the twists and turns of the MasterBlaster or face the ultimate challenge of our premier hydroslide 'Darkness Falls'. It's a massive 66 metres of pitch black darkness with heart pumping sharp turns and steep drops - are you... Read more

Adventure Plus! Scouting is all about challenging and developing youth. Western Bays Sea Scouts welcomes girls and boys aged 6 to 18, and is part of the world-wide Scouting movement. All ages go camping, tramping and learn lots of practical skills while also having fun. Scouts and Venturers (ages 10+) learn to sail, and attend local, regional and national regattas and adventure camps. Setting and achieving goals is encouraged for all youth members through the award scheme. Teamwork and leadership... Read more

We have 7 bodies of water which includes a wave pool, lane pool, two spa pools, hydrotherapy pool, tots pool and our new purpose-built Learn to Swim Pool. We also have a brand-new, state of the art Fitness Centre that has all the latest gear and equipment, as well as, the awesome Les Mills Group Fitness Programme. Our facilities don't stop there though. We also have the fantastic Poolside Cafe and LIFE Shop that will make your experience at the Richmond Aquatic Centre that much better. Read more

Wairoa Yacht Club Promoting Yachting, Water Safety and Safe Boating in the Wairoa District. Usual Summer Season - from 1pm Sunday's October - April Learn to Sail Classes run by Qualified Instructors Club Optimists Available Adult Learn to Sail Race Coaching Usual Sailing Waters - Lower Wairoa River suitable for DInghy's and Center-Board Trailer Yachts to 7m WYC Annual River Regatta 1st Weekend in December. Friendly Atmosphere, Camping on Club Grounds Welcomed Juniorsail Camp - January 3... Read more