Kids Activities in the Bay of Plenty Region

Looking for something different this summer? A fun sport for the whole family, all done and dusted in 2 hours? Then Lets Play Ball! The Western Bay of Plenty Softball Association has what you are looking for. We have a range of Softball grades for all ages and abilities to compete in. Starting with Junior T-ball, through to Senior Softball on Saturday and Social Slowpitch on Friday Night. What is softball? Softball is a great game played between two teams composed of 9 on-field players ... Read more in Fastpitch and 10 players in slowpitch. The goal of softball is to score more runs than your opposition by batting (i.e. hitting) a ball and running around bases that are placed out in a diamond shape. You must touch each base in succession, from 1st - 2nd - 3rd and back to Home where you started batting from. Compared to baseball, softball is played on a smaller diamond, The pitches are thrown underhand instead of overhand and runners cannot leave the bases until the pitch has been thrown. ...

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 fees as low as possible, Bay Play provides group tuition (by instrument). Tuition groups are limited to no more than five students depending on, student's age/ability and also on the instrument they are learning. Performances Students get a taste of performing in front of an audience of family/whānau and friends during the Bay Play mid-year ‘play together’ in Term 3. The year culminates in an orchestral performance and a separate keyboard recital by the students in November/December ...

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 Parker set to work landscaping a little over ten acres of land running down to the harbours edge.With his English background, botanical knowledge and the sites natural attributes of fresh water springs, ponds and wetlands he transformed this once bare land into a beautiful and special garden.Sealed paths meander through spectacular golden Swamp Cypress, water trickles its way to the sea through an elaborate series of ponds.  Most of the original plantings remain to this day and year round ...

Conquer fears and discover new limits by launching into action at New Zealand’s ultimate adventure hub – Agroventures. Fun for all ages. Pick your adrenalin buzz from the dare defying Swoop, pulling your own ripcord to hurtle at 130kph through the air, to feeling G-force’s akin to Formula One Racing with the Agrojet on a purpose built water course with no slowing down for corners. Harness your inner superhero on the Southern Hemisphere’s only Freefall Xtreme - flying, twisting and turning ... Read more on a giant 220kph wind column or leap over the edge on the 43m high bungy. For those competitive spirits climb into the Shweeb - a suspended aerodynamic monorail pod - and pedal fast in the world’s most efficient human-powered machine, battling it out in a 600 metre race against mates. Can you take out the speed record to win $1000 cash? If you’re feeling terrified, you’ll soon have a smile ear-to-ear with our fun Kiwi staff who are experts putting nerves to ease. Choose from all five ...

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 performing in the costumes were very popular and had a spot on the local television evening show .My activities are all related with dance, stories, writing, running children’s birthday parties, and writing picture books including a series of ‘Dance a Poem’ these books come with a CD and children act out the poems. For the past ten years I have lived in beautiful Katikati. I visit rest homes and organize community events and concerts. My 2017 project is to publish a book 'Journey of a Dance ...

Brand New Tae Kwon Do Academy starting in January 2016, with classes available for all ages & abilities. Led by Sabumnim Debi Terry. 4th Degree Tae Kwon Do Instructor who did the majority of her training under the TAGB & the GTUK in England. A former national junior & senior champion, now brings her skills in the ITF disciplined style to Welcome Bay Classes commence Wednesday 20th January 2016. Classes available will also include our Tae Kwon Do Tigers, which are especially for our 5-7 year olds ... Read more Beginners & Intermediate classes will be held over Wednesdays & Thursdays with Family classes opening after Easter. 2016 Training Schedule Wednesdays 6.45pm - 8.00pm Beginners Seniors / Adults from White Belt (10th Kup - Green Tag (7th Kup) (15yrs plus) Thursdays 5.30pm - 6.30pm Tae Kwon Do Tigers (5-7 years) & Junior Beginners (8 yrs plus) Thursdays 6.45 - 8.00pm Beginners Seniors / Adults from White Belt (10th Kup - Green Tag (7th Kup) (15yrs plus) A further Tae Kwon Tigers ...

Come and enjoy our beautiful hedge maze, 1.4 km to get lost in - should you dare! Once you have conquered the Maze, feel free to enjoy the free family fun activities around the complex which include giant board games, tug o war, frisbees, sack racing, the giant connect four game (my favourite). Plus plenty more to entertain you. Bring a picnic and relax. Check out McGregors garden, meet our bunnies and guinea pigs plus our four roosters!

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 educational and fun home environment. Regular outings and playgroups offered by Nurtured at Home provide your child the opportunity to experience larger group interactions while having the security of their familiar Educator. Our Educators are guided and supported by experienced Visiting Teachers who are qualified and registered Early Childhood teachers. Our service is licensed by the Ministry of Education and is reviewed by the Education Review Office. We believe it is important that you ...

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 New Zealand (TNZ), which is recognised by the Oceania Taekwondo Federation (OTU) and The World Taekwondo Federation (WT), the New Zealand Olympic Committee (NZOC) and Sport New Zealand. Where: Omokoroa Sports pavilion at Western Ave. Taekwondo Time table: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from 6:00pm - 6:50pm for Family and kids, teenagers and adults. From 6:50pm-7:50pm, adults & seniors Term fees. Family discount also available. Please visit our website for more info. TAI-CHI ...

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.

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.

Rotorua's only TOP 10 Holiday Park located on the stunning Blue Lake, offering quality accommodation from Lakeview Motel units to spacious powered & non-powered camping sites. Blue Lake TOP 10 is the perfect home away from home for you and your family to relax and unwind. Awake to the chorus of native birdsong, start your day with a walk through native forest followed by a dip in the crystal clear waters of Lake Tikitapu. Our holiday park is a short 10 minute drive from the centre of Rotorua ... Read more offering our guests the best of both worlds - close to attractions and shops yet far enough from the bustling city to enjoy the peace and quiet and avoid the sulphur smell! The park has 3 communal kitchen and dining areas with plenty of space. We supply boiling water, microwaves, toasters, full ovens and plenty of dining table and chairs. Cooking and dining equipment is available for hire from Reception. Whatever your menu, sizzle and dine al fresco style in one of our 3 BBQ areas. The ...

Beginner Photography Tuition, one on one or couple. Minimum charge $45.00 per hour per person. Minimum of three hours. Any type of camera but specialising in Canon DSLRs. I will introduce you to the best Rotorua nature sights and we will go on a photographic journeys together, review the results and you will have a selection of beautiful images to add to your collection. Mosaic workshops including mosaic native birds, fish and insects. Group tuition or individual. All ages welcome. $135.00 ... Read more for three hours Acrylic and water colour painting lessons, all ages and levels welcome. I tailor make the class to your needs and wishes. $135.00 for three hours. Studio classroom in an organic mosaic garden filled with flowers butterflies and birds. Monday to Wednesdays Weekends by arrangement. $45.00 per hour per person. Limited spaces and places. Book and pay in advance to secure your space. Enquiries welcome. See my display of artwork and mosaics at Third Place Café Lake ...

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.

Experience the thrill of flying high above untraversed native forest valleys in this three hour zipline adventure. Take in the whole picture of ecology from great heights with classic Kiwi guides who bring knowledge, humour, fun and a whole lot of ‘Kiwiana’ to the adventure, with safety of the utmost importance. The guides help visitors handfeed wild native birds, while sharing knowledge of the bird song, flora and fauna. With a portion of every ticket invested into conservation, everyone is ... Read more part of the forest restoration story. With three years of conservation and tonnes of pest removed from the Dansey Road Scenic Reserve, 180ha of this forest is now predator free and rowdy birdsong is returning, so keep an eye out for Robins, Kereru, Tomtit, Tui, Bellbirds, Whiteheads, Kaka and Fantails. The dream is to restore the eco-system to the one Captain James Cook discovered on arrival to New Zealand – full of loud bird chorus. On the way traverse a 1.2km network of ziplines, swingbridges, ...

Welcome back to Cobb & Co. Tauranga! Famous for our fabulous world class surf beaches and as a cruise ship destination port, we are proud to be part of the vibrant and beautiful Bay of Plenty! We are located on the famous promenade called The Strand, we have a convenient passenger drop off area right outside our front doors! Unload the kids and Grandparents prior to easy access parking across the street. Our Tauranga location has plenty of different seating areas to choose from: a family area ... Read more near the toys which includes a large fish tank and Playstations; a dining room for large groups; cosy dining booths for 2 to 6 persons; and even tables by the fireplace. Don't forget to stop by the Adults' Gaming Room if you are feeling lucky prior to enjoying your homestyle Cobb & Co. meal. Cobb & Co. Tauranga has something for everyone! We offer free Cobb wifi just ask your friendly waitstaff for the code on arrival. Our Tauranga location serves our full menu ALL day every day and is ...

TYPBC has a vibrant membership that embraces all varieties of yachting and water born activities imaginable. Supported by our state of the art facilities, sailors young and old, from beginner to expert, in all types of boats are offered a friendly, fun yacht club that promotes excitement about sailing and yacht racing. Our venue has extensive 180 degree views over Tauranga Harbour looking towards Matakana Island, Mauao and the harbour entrance that create a fantastic backdrop to your special occasion. ... Read more Relax on our large deck and enjoy a drink while taking in the unobstructed view. Our function rooms cater for 20 to 300 guests with large meet and mingle spaces and plenty of complimentary parking. Our competitively priced and fully air-conditioned venue provides a spellbinding situation for any event.

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 Our generous staff-child ratio encourages regular interaction with children and a strong sense of belonging for our families. We are dedicated to nurturing independence by helping children to help themselves. We strive to create an environment that will foster curiosity to optimise learning. Our combined pursuit of professional development enables us to select and use proven educational techniques. Our qualified and experienced team hold degrees or diplomas in early childhood and/or ...

Imagine a once thriving 1850s logging camp, abandoned when a natural disaster hit. The town being deserted until an enterprising young man, Jax, turned it into a mini putt golf course. You will be able to play through the mine tunnel, under the railway tracks, visit the blacksmith’s shop and walk through the giant tree stump. The course is suitable for young and old and there are plenty of photo opportunities along the way!

River Rats Raft & Kayak have been offering quality adventures for over 35 years. There’s something for everyone, from full on grade 5 action featuring the world’s highest commercially rafted waterfall through to a gentle grade 2 scenic raft trip suitable for participants as young as 5. Kayaking is available on the local lakes. Paddle to a secluded beach or enjoy a hot water swim only accessible by boat, an evening option in summer includes a BBQ dinner and visit to a hidden glow worm cave. Rafting Kaituna ... Read more (Grade 5) Awesome, with a 7 metre waterfall. Wairoa (Grade 5) Wild, Full on action. Runs selected Sundays from September to May Rangitaiki (Grade 3 - 4) Adventurous, Fun & Beautifully Scenic Rangitaiki (Grade 2) A scenic trip for families or the less adventurous. Kayaking Guided Hot Pools Tour: A guided Kayak trip to the spectacular Manupirua Springs Hot Pools. Evening Hot Pools Tour: All the highlights of the day trip plus a BBQ dinner and Glow Worms Ohau Channel ...

ABC Hillcrest is a converted house situated in Hillcrest. We are close to the local schools and Polytechnic. We provide a home away from home environment and a fantastic outdoor area, which helps develop children’s physical and cognitive skills, also fantastic gardens made by the children and whanau from our centre. The teachers in our centre have been at ABC Hillcrest for 6 years and more, this has contributed to the great relationships we have built with parents/whanau and the wider community. We ... Read more value parent/whanau opinions, suggestions and contributions to our centre and encourage parent participation. BE SCHOOL READY PROGRAMME We have a fantastic Be School Ready programme which helps prepare your child for school. Our Qualified and dedicated teachers support children in creative and critical thought processes all day. Our teachers provide purposeful experiences that introduce children to early concepts of maths, science, art, reading and other curriculum areas ...

Mt Maunganui Junior Football Club Inc. is a non profit organisation whose purpose is to provide for the requirements of football players in the general Mount area aged 5 to 19 years. For the 2015 season we have over 360 members registered. Our club offers one of the largest junior participant sports and provides significant involvement in our local community by keeping kids active and off the street, keeping families involved with coaches, parents and creating local spirit. Mission Statement Mt ... Read more Maunganui Junior Football Club Inc. is seeking to promote, deliver and educate a unique football experience, consistent with leading New Zealand and International standards, through a commitment to provide a dynamic sports destination.

We have the largest selection of bikes for hire in the EBOP. We have recently added a bike trailer to our selection as people become more adventurous and want to do longer distances with their children in tow. Talk to us about the trails best suited to you and your young family. There is a trail to suit everyone and we offer a shuttle bus service to the Pakihi Track and Motu Road Trail and a support shuttle to the Rere Trail. The Dunes Trail does not require a shuttle bus. Your bike is welcome. Bookings ... Read more are required for the shuttle bus and we run one shuttle per day. This is because of the distance and time involved. We are situated in Opotiki with a 2 minute walk to town, clubs, rivers and beach. We have backpackers accommodation and a large secure parking area. We are privately owned and locals born and raised. You can easily recognise us by the large green and red building. We are John and Ngaio Knebel and love what we are doing. The cycling fraternity must be the easiest and friendliest ...

The JUMP JAM aerobic program is a ‘Kidz Aerobix’ resource kit for schools & after school or holiday centres, created by 2x World Aerobic Champion Brett Fairweather, specifically for primary and intermediate aged students. There are over 20 JUMP JAM resource kits available for schools/centres to license. Designed to challenge fundamental movement skills, increase fitness, develop student leadership & motivate students to move and enjoy exercise, JUMP JAM is a fusion of dance & fitness disciplines ... Read more along with cultural interpretations that capture the look, attitude, posture and elements of Aerobics and Fitness. JUMP JAM is continuously transforming and redefining itself with each new generation of music.

Bethlehem School is a Tauranga contributing school for Yr 0-6 students. The school opened in 1883 as a native school and has a strong link with its Maori community. In 2008 it celebrated its 125th Jubilee. For most of its history the school has been a small semi rural school but as Tauranga has grown so to has the school especially over the last 15 years. From a school of 120 students in 1995 to a roll of 500 in 2016 much has happened in this time.

A Plus Bouncy Castle Hire & Party Supplies we have a range of bouncy castles, DJ Lighting & Effect machines for hire and a huge range of party supplies to make your party truly special without breaking your budget. From Castles To Candles We've Got The Lot Your One Stop Party Shop. Please check out our website for our great hire rates. * Free Delivery within 20km of base, set-up & collection * Only $99 per castle for any extra castles hired on the same day for your event * All come with safety mats, ... Read more sun/rain covers & power cords all come with RCD's * 50% discount on your 4th hire (within 12 months of your first hire) * No deposit, No cancellation fee due to bad weather ($50 for any other reason). * Pay on the day * Free with all bouncy castles or just $10 for a snow Machine. (fluid extra) All our castles are made from commercial grade material and not comparable to other castles you may see for hire. Safety equipment is supplied free of charge, along with all power leads and RCD's.an ...

* Pony Parties - Birthdays, Child Care Centres, Events * Petting Pen * Beach Rides * Horse & Carriage * Donkey Rides * Riding Lessons * School Holiday Programmes Ponies Plus is fun for the whole family! Pony & donkey rides or buggy rides and a fabulous petting pen. They come to you so they're perfect for birthday parties, day cares/kindergartens, school holiday programmes or any event. Helen is great to deal with and takes great pride in the condition and behaviour of her animals and ... Read more safety of children is paramount.