Water Sport Activities for Kids

Raglan Watersports promote many activities so that you have the most fun on the ever changing waters of Raglan Harbour, including the exciting surf on one of the world's most famous breaks. Come and experience the pleasures of paddleboarding and kayaking or get the adrenalin flowing with the extreme sports of kiteboarding or surfing on the famous Ngarunui Beach. If kayak fishing is your thing we provide full equipment with fish-finders to experience the joys of kayak fishing with plentiful fish ... Read more within the harbour waters. We are lucky to be in the ideal surroundings for water sports at all levels so come enjoy the wonderful local scenery. If water is not your thing, don't worry we can take you on scenic driving tours, to tracks and trails and even hire you mountain bikes. Contact us to enjoy the fun times to be had in Raglan. We can arrange single, family or group bookings, school camps, corporate team building events and hen / stag parties. Raglan Watersports Limited is a WorkSafe ...

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 ... Read more and passionate knowledgeable guides, we offer a unique experience to remember. Experience an adventure, discover our breath taking scenery, waterfalls, geothermal activity, natural hot pools, messaging waterfalls, crystal clear water, active volcano and even ,Maori Rock carvings that can only be reached by water, or some of the best trails in the country. You can choose one of our core tours, or let us help you design a trip tailored around your interests, and how you want to experience our ...

Do you love thrills, spills, stunning views and Whitewater? There is nothing more exciting than a Whitewater river boarding trip on the spectacular Kawarau River. Come riverboarding with us and you will be truly amazed with the scenery, your adrenaline will be pumping and you will be left with the feeling you have just conquered one magnificent wild river. Surf standing waves, spin on whirl pools, play on eddy lines, whilst tailored by the worlds best, most qualified river guides. Suitable ... Read more for adventurous children aged 8 and above. All children under 12 years of age will have their own personal guide at no extra cost. At least one parent or legal guardian needs to accompany their children on the trip. The Original adventure activity in Queenstown operating since 1989. Interesting Facts: • We are the first commercial Riverboarding operation in the world, operating since 1989 with a 100% safety. • In 2012 “The Great Adventures of the World” book by Lonely Planet named ...

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 brave enough? Check out the massive pool inflatables - we've got more than any other facility in New Zealand and we often design our own world first creations like X-Assault! With up to 3 gigantic floating structures in the pool at one time, there's plenty to keep the kids entertained during TeenTime. Plus chill out in the beach area, surf the wave pool or race round the swirling 'Rapid River' or if you're over 16 years old have some rest and relaxtion in the spa, sauna and steam room - all ...

Northern Arena established in 2010 is a ground breaking and unique learn to swim and fitness centre in Silverdale, Auckland. Northern Arena is a world class private family fitness centre with a combination of swimming pools, gym, group fitness classes, functional training and expert staff located on the North Shore of Auckland, just 20 minutes drive from the Auckland Harbour Bridge. We pride ourselves on delivering a standard of excellence in Swim teaching and fitness guidance unmatched by any ... Read more other swim school and gym in New Zealand. For our swim school we want to provide every child we teach the strength, ability, confidence and technique so that not only can they save themselves but potentially save the person they are swimming with. Beyond the pools we provide the facility along with friendly and knowledgeable staff to enable the health and well-being of the entire family. Most gyms offer the facility and services, but we set ourselves apart from the crowd by going the extra ...

Maraetai Sailing Club offers learn to sail programmes for juniors from the age of 9years old and above on Sundays. Adult learn to sail is also available. Tuesday nights and Sunday afternoons are the learn to race with adults and children welcome to participate. Learn to windsurf and paddleboard is also available and we have gear available to hire.

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 will love it!

Swimming New Zealand's State Kiwi Swim Safe is a programme designed to provide Kiwi kids with access to 'swim and survive' education at school. With the support of State Insurance, Swimming New Zealand supports primary schools in the delivery of their learn to swim and water safety programmes. The programme is designed in three sections: in the classroom, at the pool and at the beach.

Waitakere City Water Polo Club, was founded in 1984 and is based at the recently renovated, West Wave, Waitakere Aquatic centre, Henderson. We are a friendly, growing club; the local club for west and central Auckland. We have teams in all ages, from Flippa ball and Intermediate, through to Seniors. The club encourages our teams to participate in local and National Tournaments- we encourage competition and enjoyment of the sport.

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

At ACE learn to swim we offer learn to swim classes for Babies from 3 months of age, Pre schoolers and School Age children. We offer the smallest classes in town and operate from a Private Indoor Heated Pool in central Hamilton. Our team are all qualified, professional and friendly. We love getting to know all of our ACE families and seeing your children thrive and grow while attending our swim school.

From First Timers to Freestylers Flying Forwards is located at beautiful Big Manly Beach on the northern side of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula. This location was selected due to its safe environment in all weather conditions. Great for picnicking, swimming, boating and water sports, Big Manly Beach is an attractive destination located 35 minutes from downtown Auckland. The village offers an array of cafes and restaurants along with a variety of shops. Big Manly Beach is excellent for windsurfing ... Read more in all wind directions. The shallow shelving beach and uncrowded conditions makes it easy for beginners and perfect for learning beach and water starts.

Muriwai Surf School is located on Auckland's beautiful West Coast only 35 minutes drive from the central city. Our surf shed is a 1 minute walk from the beach. We are a kiwi owned and operated family business that pride ourselves on our customer service. We offer qualified professional instructors in a fun and safe environment for surfers of any level. Surf lessons are 2 hours and include a surfboard and wetsuit hire. For those not needing a lesson we have a fantastic range of surfboards and ... Read more wetsuits wich are available for short or long term hire.

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’ ... Read more distance between 2.6km - 3.5km - a great challenge for individuals who have trained or have swimming experience. Age Eligibility - 14yrs or older. 'Step it Up' 1000m distance - ideal for those swimmers who would like a challenge but perhaps aren’t quite ready to enter the ‘I’m Going Long’ swim. Age Eligibility - 12yrs or older. 'Give it a Go' 300m distance - a great introduction to ocean swimming and is suitable for most swimming abilities and ages from young to old! Typically a triangular ...

Raglan Paddleboarding is providing one of the World’s fastest growing recreational water sports "Stand Up Paddleboarding" which is a blend of paddling and surfing and is easy to learn at any age, especially on the flat waters in Raglan's Harbour. Paddleboarding shares a common heritage to surfing and kayaking and requires far less physical and technical ability, but offers the same amount of enjoyment. Stand Up Paddleboarding is a fantastic all over body workout, building your core and upper ... Read more body muscle strength as well as improving your balance. So come join Raglan Paddleboarding School on the water and take a lesson, a tour, join in the Yoga class on boards on the water or simply hire a stand up paddleboard and let the guys at Raglan's first approved Paddleboarding School show you the amazing sights of Raglan. Even check out the local pancake rocks or why not try the surf and let this great sport allow you to take a better view of the water above and below like no other water ...

Learn to sail : A complete practical learn to sail course for Adults. Aboard 50 foot Endless Summer a perfect yacht to learn aboard. Open in the Summer from November until March each season. Sailing is fun when you have to confidence to understand the terms and how to sail a yacht in Auckland. The Waitemata Harbour is the perfect place to learn and sail a yacht.

Patrolling Mairangi Bay beach and expanded services to Long Bay, Browns Bay, Milford and Takapuna - we are committed to serving the local community. Mairangi Bay SLSC is consistently one of the Top Competitive Clubs in New Zealand Surf Life Saving. Mairangi Bay's Junior Surf Life Saving (Nipper) program, is also one of the most successful in the country and Junior Club days are held on Sunday mornings for most of the Surf Season. The emphasis for the Junior Club is 'serious fun' while gaining ... Read more confidence in and around the water.

Premium Family accommodation offering fully equipped kitchen and laundry and some apartments sleeping up to 6. Resort facilities include free for guest use, kids scooters, Beach cruiser bikes, spades for use at the infamous Hot Water Beach, heated swimming pool with kids pool, Childrens playground, tennis courts and the beach and trendy cafes, just a 5 minute stroll. Priced from $145NZD. Subject to season and availability. Ask for our 'Minimum 3 night stay' special rates.

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O'Neill Surf Academy objective is to teach and develop surfing skills for Primary, Intermediate, Secondary & International Schools, surfing is a great discipline that feeds the mind, body, & soul. We will educate students on both beach safety & environmental awareness. This is achieved by a series of land and water based activities with an emphasis on participation and fun. The lessons and activities encourage good teamwork and group cohesion to provide a positive, supportive learning environment. Objective - ... Read more Increase ‘beach safety’ awareness through experiencing the enjoyment of learning to surf. - To give children and young adults the confidence to be active and have fun in the ocean. - To introduce a sport that is inexpensive to start but has huge personal rewards and satisfaction. - To educate & encourage students that surfing is for everyone regardless of size, skill and ability. Why O'Neill Surf Academy....We are an accredited Surfing NZ surf school holding ...

We offer a range of white water rafting trips to suit all groups from, school, business, corporate and private rafters. Contact us to see what we can arrange for you

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