Kids Activities - Totara Vale

I studied violin at the Lübeck Academy of Music (Germany) with Professor Klaus-Dieter Dassow (violinist at the Symphony Orchestra of the Northern Germany Radio Station). I have profound orchestral experience as a violinist. I played with various orchestras and I was a member of the Cologne Orchestra Society. I worked with children at the age of 5 with no background in music as well as with experienced musicians. I enjoy making music and working with children and adults that range from beginners ... Read more to advanced students. I teach the practical technique of violin playing and the accompanying music theory. I tailor the choice of music and the way of teaching to the needs and interests of my students. I introduce my students to musical interaction at an early stage and let them play musical pieces together. I think that apart from professional teaching and learning, playing an instrument must be fun and my students definitely enjoy playing the violin. I have been living on Auckland's ...

The SKYCITY Breakers roared into life on October 1 2003, defeating the Adelaide36ers by a single point in front of a sold out North Shore Events Centre. Professional basketball had hit New Zealand, with entertainment, action and excitement of the NBA now a weekly experience in Auckland. Over the short 7 years of the club's history the Breakers have established themselves as a club who do things differently - the club values of One Team + Courage + Integrity = Champions are emblazoned on the wall ... Read more of the Breakers' training facility and is the glue that binds the club together. "Team is Everything" is the slogan that the club lives by , and the unselfish , do-it-for-team attitude has become the club's playing style and image. We are the only team from outside of Australia to compete in the National Basketball League. In 2011 the Breakers won their first NBL championship title, becoming the first New Zealand first-grade team in any sport to win an Australian-based sporting championship. ...

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Torbay and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women, and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Torbay in Browns Bay, Auckland, New Zealand, are taught by passionate ... Read more instructors who are committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills and reach your maximum potential. Training ...

Step Beyond Studios is based in Torbay and Silverdale and is a long established and leading Auckland dance school. We teach Ballet and Contemporary Dance to students of all ages and abilities. Principal Dance Tutor Marian McDermott has been teaching ballet for over 25 years. She is joined by several experienced dance tutors who specialise in a range of dance styles. Many of the tutors trained through the dance school and have now returned to assist others develop a love of dance. Our focus is on ... Read more providing positive programmes, where everyone is acknowledged and encouraged to excel to the best of their abilities. This includes not having examinations, to ensure everyone experiences equal enjoyment from dance. Each year the students have the opportunity to perform on stage in our fabulous annual show. The show is always very creative and entertaining and considered the highlight of the year. The tutors work hard to help the students to achieve a high standard of performance. Our highly ...

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Sunnynook and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women, and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Sunnynook in Campbells Bay, Auckland, New Zealand, are taught by ... Read more passionate instructors who are committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills and reach your maximum potential. Training ...

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Albany and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women, and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Albany in Auckland, New Zealand, are taught by passionate instructors ... Read more who are committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills and reach your maximum potential. Training with GKR ...

Ben Guilford Golf provides individual and on-course golf lessons in Auckland with a PGA qualified coaching professional, suitable for all abilities. Options for groups and corporates. Ben Guilford Golf along with Pupuke Golf Course has a Junior Golf programme that has the formula to produce many of New Zealand's best golfers

Your one stop shop for your next costume party! Fancy Dress costumes, wigs, masks, footwear and accessories for hire We also provide a unique service: Can't find the costume you want? We can make it in your size at no extra charge, just the price of hire (conditions apply) We courier nationwide Elite Costume Hire has an absolute stunning collection of hand crafted costumes for hire that will have your imagination running wild. As well as licensed authentic Superhero costumes. We will ... Read more help you select the right costume and accessories to make you stand out from the crowd at your next Dress Up Party, Themed Birthday Party, Themed Conference, Theatre Production or Special Event. Availability: Over 4,000 costumes available for hire, Kids costumes, Book Character Costumes, Carnival, Disney, Medieval, Authentic Uniforms, Vintage & Retro, Animal Mascot costumes, Couples, Ball Gowns, Formal Wear etc..

Come and join us for a workshop especially designed for beginners. You don't need any previous art experience or natural art talent. You will learn lots of tips and tricks to drawing and painting that allows anyone to create artworks worthy of putting on the wall. Find out how others have gone from drawing stick figures to creating professional artworks in a very short time! There are 1 or 2 day workshops available with also the option of Art Holidays. Art Classes & Workshops are available ... Read more in Auckland, Whangarei, Kerikeri & Russell

Tiny Boppers is the North Shore's newest, freshest preschool music + movement class for funky tots who love to hop and bop! Our classes are designed to develop and build on your child's love of song, dance and rhyme - whilst encouraging fine and gross motor skill development, co-ordination, creativity, language development and most importantly, be a fun-filled experience for preschoolers and their caregivers! Our classes are held in Milford, North Shore on Friday mornings during term time at ... Read more the Milford Senior Citizens Hall (next to Milford New World). Tiny Boppers - 10:30am: This is a 30 minute session, aimed at walking toddlers (approx 16 months+) and preschoolers, but open to babies as well*. Our classes are carefully planned each week to include a wide variety of songs - from traditional nursery rhymes, to kid-friendly pop tunes. We incorporate plenty of fun, engaging action songs and opportunities for interactive instrumental play and dance, all designed to unleash and ...

Lighthouse is NZ's largest Kiwi owned home based early childhood education provider. We offer quality childcare at heavily subsidised rates and 20 FREE ece.

Managing kendo society in northshore. Teaching kendo and participating championships and gradings.

The Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre centre has grown steadily over the past five years, becoming one of New Zealand’s most popular destinations for retreats, conferences and seminars in natural health, environmental awareness and personal development. Our name: Kawai Purapura’s name signifies the nexus point between the past and the future. Kawai is the memory, the ancestry, the tracing of the lineage from the past. Purapura is the seed of the future. Our vision: Our vision is to create a healing ... Read more space wherein people can find their own potential for being well. This vision will develop into focused healing programmes that not only serve those who lack privilege, but contribute to natural health taking a significant place in overall health care delivery. The retreat: The call to retreat is the call to spirit, authenticity, and joy. It is the call to step away from the many forms of busyness in our everyday lives, to find sanctuary, time for deep reflection and to nourish the body, mind ...

Paint the Earth is where you can paint your own ceramics pieces.There are over 100 pieces to chose from.Ranging from dinnerware,ornaments vases money boxes to name but a few! It's all about fun no experience needed, our friendly helpful staff will give you advice and show you techniques to use. Use your imagination or chose from a range of stencils,and designs to trace from. Great for birthday parties,Team Building.We offer off site events ,baby foot prints hens parties. Our ceramics are made ... Read more on site,once painted we glaze and fire it here at Paint the Earth and is ready for collection within 5 days.

Suzuki Piano Studio on the North Shore Auckland UkuBays ukulele lessons for teens/adults

Aikido classes teach you how to fall safely, boost energy levels and improve posture and core strength. Aikido Martial Art principles redirect an attack instead of meeting force with force and the techniques employed do not rely on physical strength, making it suitable for both men and woman, large or small! It is a traditional martial art and an effective form of self defence. The Aikido Martial Art system consists of throw and pin techniques, and the study of bokken (wooden sword) and Jo (wooden ... Read more staff). In addition to physical fitness and martial techniques; mental training, controlled relaxation and development of “spirit” (ki) are emphasized in the traditional Aikido practised at the Institute of Aikido Auckland dojos. Aikido Auckland Sensei Dunken Francis is a 5th dan Traditional Aikido instructor & qualified Sports Coach with over 25 years experience teaching both adults and children, and is the author of the popular “Aikido – A beginner’s guide” (book) and “Aikido ...

Meadowood Community House is located on the Meadowood Reserve in Unsworth Heights. We have rooms for hire to the community and have a large number of regular user groups that make use of our House every week. Room hire rages from $8 - $25 per hour. We could be just what you are looking for, for your next meeting, gathering, birthday party or celebration.

Our child-initiated and semi-structured programme recognises the learning and developmental needs, strengths and interests of the individual children. We believe children are unique, with God-given potential to grow as confident and competent learners, healthy in body, mind and spirit. All children are treated with respect and no appropriate learning opportunity will be withheld from them no matter what their background or language is. We believe children’s holistic development and learning ... Read more is nurtured through modelling, instruction, repetition, communication, interaction and exploration with our environment. Programme planning is guided by Te Whāriki and then based on teachers’ observation of each child to develop a curriculum, which covers all developmental areas. Our Rocket programme specifically emphasises early literacy and numeracy skills. Our well-presented learning materials are not only inviting but also challenging. Our Teachers are passionate, qualified and well informed ...

JF Fencing School is providing Fencing classes for children age 6-12. We are about to set up a class here at the Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Stanmore Bay Leisure Centre. For more information please email. You can check out our website.

Taking music lessons is one of the most rewarding experiences you can undertake. Not only does learning an instrument provide an enjoyable hobby, it has been shown to accelerate brain development and enrich nearly all aspects of life! Choosing the right music teacher for you or your child can be an intimidating process. You want quality teaching, but also the assurance of fun and creative lessons that keep the student excited about music! Here at Sounds Good Music Studio we thrive on offering ... Read more a learning experience that is hugely positive and works for each individual student. Our past and present students have given great feedback, and love their lessons! Our teachers are experienced in teaching all ages, and are passionate about sharing their love for music with their students. Sounds Good Music Studio is located on the North Shore of Auckland, and offers piano, trumpet and music theory lessons to kids and adults. For further information on our music lessons, check out our ...

GFC mainly serves Greenhithe and surrounding areas, including Upper Harbour, Hobsonville, and Whenuapai. The club also sees itself as a home for players and their families from out of area who are attracted to the Club’s values - family involvement, efficient use of subscriptions, high quality low cost facilities and coaching, sportsmanship, attractive football, and joy in playing . GFC is mainly a junior club. While the club is open to senior teams who are ‘looking for a home’ and fit ... Read more in with the Club’s values, it is committed to being an excellent junior club. Playing style The club aims to encourage attractive football with the right mix of team play and individual skills, and not to play to a formula, nor through coaching to suppress a player’s flair. Family club GFC has always been known as a family club. Parent coaches are encouraged and supported – not just the team coach, but parent coaching at home, supported by the club coach. The club sees family involvement ...

Traditional karate for all ages.

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Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Wairau and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women, and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Wairau in Campbells Bay, Auckland, New Zealand, are taught by passionate ... Read more instructors who are committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills and reach your maximum potential. Training ...

Classes are held in my home studio, decked out for a creative, relaxed and fun learning experience. Small classes for individual attention. Great for fashionista's and crafters from beginners to advanced sewers. Ages 7 years to teens. Beginner sewers start with making creative crafts and accessories suitable for their age. A large variety of projects to choose from including: cute felt cat or owl softie, book cover, wall organiser, animal pouch, cool jean bag and lots more. Intermediate sewers ... Read more choose from a range of specialised kid friendly patterns. They can make their own clothes, craft projects or doll clothing (18"doll). Advanced sewers now move on to sewing with a large range of store bought commercial patterns.

Our attractive surroundings offer a warm and homely environment to our children and is open 7.00am – 6.00pm Monday to Friday. We place a distinct emphasis on developing a child’s whole self through holistic development, providing quality experiences.

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Glenfield Manuka Road and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women, and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Glenfield Manuka Road in Bayview, Auckland, New Zealand, ... Read more are taught by passionate instructors who are committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills and reach your ...

Fun, child-centred, physical development activity gymnastics for babies, infants, toddlers, preschool children and kids from 6 weeks to 6 years of age. Secure attachment, healthy exercise patterns, a love of learning and success is supported through active movement and fun activities in a positive, safe space using specially designed equipment. A unique focus on safety skills and developmentally appropriate parenting for babies, toddlers, preschool children and kids encourages confidence ... Read more and self-esteem. Qualified instructors guide parents and caregivers to participate with their baby & pre-schooler in fun, educational exercises and activities, stimulating brain development while accommodating different learning styles in a safe, accelerated learning environment. Developmental milestones such as creeping, crawling, learning to walk, hand eye coordination and language are nurtured through an enriched and stimulating program of children activities including movement to music, ...

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.

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Milford and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to 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 Milford, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed ... Read more to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills, and reach your maximum potential. Training with GKR Karate at Milford ...

North Harbour Water Polo Club is one of the largest clubs in New Zealand and their home pools are based at the NZ High Performance Centre - AUT Millennium and National Aquatic Centre in Mairangi Bay, Auckland. As well as NZ representatives the club are very keen on increasing participation amongst the younger generation ensuring children of all ages get opportunities to become involved in an aquatic sport. Our club have players aged from 8 years through to Social Water Polo for adults. Our age groups ... Read more include U12, U14, U16, U18, U20 and Senior age groups. We are conscious that many players want to play for a club only so we offer overseas events every year to Hawaii, Australia or Europe. Our club is very committed to ensuring players have an opportunity to play a team sport in a positive environment. Our club have a full time coach along with many volunteer coaches and management who play a massive part in our club. In the past years the club have held more National Titles than any other ...

LCF Fun Language programs are designed to give children the confidence to speak in either French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, German or English. Similarly adults can attend LCF Fun Language courses that will encourage them to speak a foreign language like a native! Children learn through a combination of drama, storytelling, songs, craft and games. They rapidly acquire enough knowledge and confidence to enjoy using the language for communication and expression. Language teaching resources ... Read more are also available for schools, specialist and non-specialist language teachers.