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. ...

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 ...

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 ...

Discover Rotorua's rich culture, volatile landscape and dramatic history in this world-class museum. Innovative exhibitions, fascinating cinema experiences and informative guided tours enable visitors to discover the amazing stories of this unique region. Watch the Rotorua Stories film to discover the scientific and mythological reasons for Rotorua's volatile landscape, or visit the poignant Maori Battalion Cinema to learn about the heroic soldiers in World War II. Meet famous leaders, legendary ... Read more heroes and beautiful treasures in our Te Arawa galleries. Plus five changing galleries showcase artworks and objects from our collection, as well as an exciting programme of touring exhibitions. Centrally located in the iconic Bath House building, Rotorua Museum can be explored from basement to rooftop, with fantastic views of the city and lake. The museum shop has a wide range of local arts, crafts and books, and the café sells great coffee and a tasty all day menu.

We believe in fostering a passion for the Performing Arts in all students. Our team of dedicated, qualified and passionate educators love to teach and strive to offer dancers of all ages the opportunity to grow their confidence and improve their ability to dance. Mission Statement To educate and inspire our students, developing them as dancers so that they may excel and reach their full potential. * We strive to EDUCATE dancers in great technique, choreography and performance * We INSPIRE ... Read more dancers by providing positive role models and assisting them in developing a strong belief in their own abilities * We encourage students by providing them with the tools to EXCEL, challenging them to always perform to the best of their abilities. Our Values At BoPPA we believe in... * Making a Difference in the lives of every dancer that steps through our studio doors. * Providing Enthusiastic dance educators and growing an Enthusiasm for dance in our dancers. * Developing Confidence ...

Lillybeth now brings her love of colour and fun to face painting! Book her or one of her team for face painting 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 or ... Read more superheroes, fairies or clowns. Or make your halloween or dress-up party truly memorable with your adult guests painted (with a combination of face paint and/or traditional makeup) on location before or as part of your event. The face paints we use are professional-grade face paints, safe for children and won’t crack or peel off. Paint is easily removed with water and soap/cleanser.

Opape Motor Camp welcomes you to 'camping the way it used to be." The camp backs on to a sandy beach. It is safe for swimming and taking long walks. Powered and non-powered sites are available. A rocky area is not far for exploring and fishing. Basic facilities include toilets, hot showers and a kitchen area.

Precision Dance offers classes in Twinkle Star Dance (Specialised preschool program), Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Acrodance and Contemporary. We offer competition work and private lessons. Classes are held in our purpose built studio in Chadwick Road, Greerton, Tauranga, the St John's Anglican Church Hall in Waihi and the Waihi Scout Hall. Precision Dance has qualified and experienced teachers who inspire and encourage the children to excel. Our passions are dance and children, we love to work alongside ... Read more families to create and grow awesome kids. We do not have huge classes as we like to get to know every child individually. Come along and try a class - the first class is free to try! Check out our website or facebook page (Precision Dance) to find out more! Our facebook is updated regularly with photos and news.

Welcome To Pure Dirt Tours Motorcycling off road is what we are all about. Whether you are looking to try dirt biking for the first time or are looking for a multiday adventure, we have a tour to suit you. We cater for ALL abilities and ages. No need to worry about a license, as all our tours are off road. All tours include a complete set of top of the line safety gear and modern dirt bike to suit your size and ability There are trails for beginners to experts. Because of our great range of ... Read more bikes and trails, we can offer you a complete off road experience, from a half hour family tour - to a three day all-inclusive tour with great meals and top accommodation. What ever you are into - kids rides, training, trail riding, Enduro, Motocross, Scramblers - we can offer you an amazing New Zealand riding experience. Merv and his expert guide team will find the trails to suit you. Beginner or pro, we guarantee that you will have a blast riding with us.

We are a mixed age early childhood education centre tucked away in a quiet street. We are open from 8-5:15 to suit working and non-working parents alike. We also offer a van service for those who don't have access to a vehicle. We pride ourselves on offering a child learning based curriculum, meaning we help the child learn through following their interests and encouraging their curiosity. We aim to have every child that starts school from our centre be a capable and confident learner. We ... Read more offer lots of activities for the children to choose from everyday and take groups of children on regular trips around Rotorua. We prepare all our children's meals onsite and encourage healthy eating by growing some of our own produce in our gardens and cooking healthy heart meals. Please come and check us out, visitors are free to drop in anytime, you are always welcome.

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 ...

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.

Hi, AFace4u offers Face Painting, Body Painting, Glitter Tattoos, Frozen Parties, no event is to big or small. We cover Bay Of Plenty, Waikato and anywhere in New Zealand (Travel costs may apply) We use only the best quality makeup, a clean sponge and clean water on each and every client as we believe in offering the best to all our clients. If you have any questions we are happy to help in any way we can. Have a look at our reviews on Facebook. Thanks for looking, have a great day :)

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 ...

Let our team show you our Lake Tarawera. This area has been visited by people from all over the world for well over a century. Visitors first came to see the eighth wonder of the Natural World, The Pink and White Terraces. They were guided there by the local Maori tribe of Tuhourangi. On the 10th June 1886 that all changed due to the massive eruption of Mount Tarawera. Slowly but surely the land here has healed from that destruction however the Pink and White Terraces are no more.There are now ... Read more many other amazing sites for visitors to experience and thankfully the guiding legacy of Tuhourangi is been re-born again, here at their Turangawaewae (standing ground) in the form of their descendant Karen Walmsley and her husband David Walmsley. We are Lake Tarawera Water Taxi and Eco Tours.

Bespoke cakes for celebrations for all occasions. Book now to reserve a date for the cake which will have your guests talking for years. I specialise in quality scratch baked cakes and will work with you to make your occasion one to remember.

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 ...

As the inventors of this iconic adventure experience, at OGO Rotorua, visitors are offered multiple OGO ride options where we add 40 litres of water; (cool in summer, warm in winter). Choose from the side by side H2OGO Straight Tracks which start from 250m up the hill and race one another downhill. From here, you Superman-dive into the OGO on your own, or have one, two or three friends in there together. H2OGO Sidewinder Track is the world’s longest at 350 metres, with 6 massive corners that ... Read more send you in a different directions as you zig zag your way down the hill in a wash of water in the mixed up craziness. Not into getting wet? Then try our brand new ride the DRYGO. With a double layered OGO and water placed in between, the DRYGO has been specially designed to simulate a water ride on our Straight Track. With the option to ride with one or two other people the DRYGO is perfect alternative for those who want to go for a ride but stay nice and dry. All visitors to OGO are rewarded ...

I teach fun, imaginative classes for babies to 7-year-olds, that aim to foster a love of music-making. Classes include singing, moving to music, playing instruments, listening and music games. I’m passionate about nurturing young children’s natural musicality and creativity. I have worked in early childhood music education in a variety of settings for the past 12 years. In my teaching, I draw on the latest research, the pedagogies of Kodály and Orff, and ideas from many other inspirational teachers. ... Read more Why music? Research has shown that music education can improve a child’s coordination, language development, school readiness, reading ability and social skills. Experience tells us that making music together is joyful, creative, expressive and connects us strongly with others. Most of all, making music together is fun!

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 ...

At Central Kids Rotorua East, our vision is to acknowledge the individuality of each child and to provide a flexible environment that enriches their overall learning and developmental growth through a play based foundation. We give children the time, space and choice of either individual or small group learning situations. The learning environment is full of exploration offering a wide variety of experiences to promote children’s learning and creating opportunities for dispositional learning. We ... Read more have a current emphasis on social competence and encourage and empower children to learn by developing their interests and strengths through a reflective curriculum.

Creative Ideas is a place where all ages and abilities are welcome. Classes are available for kids aged 7+ years old after school, adults and adults with a disability. Childrens art exhibitions are held twice a year and an art camp is held once a year to encourage students uniqueness and arty thinking outside of class time. Arty parties are available for children or for adults wanting to try something new with a group of friends, suggest a project to be completed at a 2 hour session or we can ... Read more help you put together a plan for your party. Facepainting for kids birthdays is also available .

Arte Suave Academia Is Tauranga's 100% Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club. The Head Instructor Is Lukas Hainge, Bay.Of.Plentys Own Home-Grown Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Blackbelt. We Are Proudly Affiliated To & With Great Honour, Represent Gracie Gym NZ, Lead By 2nd Degree Blackbelt, Master Roney ''Kabecao'' Da-Silva. Arte Suave Academia's Goal Is Simple: To Maintain The Tradition, Respect, Principles & Technique Of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu In A Nice, Natural, Family Oriented Atmosphere. No Greater Way To Feel Stronger ... Read more In Mind, Body & Soul, Than Being Empowered With Gracie Jiu-Jitsu! Osss!!! Kids Class. Mondays & Wednesdays - 4:30pm - 6:00pm. Open Classes. Mondays & Wednesdays - 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Fridays 7:00pm - 8:30pm & Saturday 10:00am - 12:00pm

MIGS (Mid Island Gym Sports) are a local club based in your Rotorua community, we offer awesome birthday parties, fund filled activities such as recreation gymnastics and trampoline. Competitive trampoline, tumbling and gymnastics. MIGS offer pre school classes that are well known in the Rotorua community. We hold exciting holiday programmes all year round! We also offer Parkour and Trapeze classes. MIGS have a wonderful facility to share with you, come and check us out.

Kaituna Cascades is the The Original and the Most Experienced Rafting Company operating on the Kaituna River since 1991 !! Come Rafting with us and take on the Challenge of the "Worlds Highest Commercially Rafted Waterfall" - Tutea Falls !! ( 7 Meters high ) The Kaituna River is one of New Zealands Best and most Scenic Rafted grade 5 rivers. Trips depart 9am, 11:45am and 2:30pm daily from our river base in Okere Falls. All you need to bring is swimwear and a towel, we supply everything ... Read more else to keep you warm and happy while on the river like ...wetsuits, boots, fleeces, jackets & helmets. Check out our Website for more details and how you can book the Best trip in NZ.

Holiday Park in the heart of Rotoura. Cosy Cottage Thermal Kiwi Holiday Park – Rotorua providing affordable accommodation in the city of Rotorua. The only campsite that offers thermal heated camping sites, we also offer thermal heated rooms, thermal heated showers, powered camper van sites, with heated communal areas, pet friendly and of course our namesake, cosy cottages. We cater to motorhome,s, caravan,s, fifth wheeler,s, camping, families, groups and the independent traveler. While ... Read more you’re here we have plenty to keep you relaxed, soak in our geothermal hot pools cook from our Thermal Steam Cooker to walks to the Rotorua lake-shore, where you can dig your own hot pools at the beach. Explore the natural geothermal area around and within the holiday park and meet some of the friendly wildlife that share these grounds with us.

Dive Zone is Tauranga's premier dive facility, so we understand the importance of providing a wide range of services backed by exceptional service. We are a 5-Star PADI training facility, with an onsite heated pool for your convenience while training. If you need gear, we've got you covered with our full range of quality hire gear which is available all year round for your dive, kayaking or snorkelling excursions. Our servicing department is always in hot demand for annual testing of regulators ... Read more and BCDs, as is and our onsite Test Station for re-certification of dive tanks and LPG cylinders. Charter trips are run on a regular basis which provides the opportunity for you to explore many of the stunning dive sites around the Bay of Plenty, whether your passion is hunting, photography or sight seeing. We also offer dive live-aboard &/or long weekend trips to locations further afield such as White Island, Mayor Island, Alderman Islands, Northland and the Poor Knights.

Come and enjoy our easy walking, hassle free, roll up and play, 9 hole golf course. No booking required. Also for your enjoyment is our 18 hole mini putt, set over 3 levels. Kids and adults mini putt course records to beat plus prizes for aces.

Founded in 1999 the NZSA identifies & recruits young rugby, rugby league, women’s rugby & netball players from all over New Zealand. Each year NZSA delivers a unique combination of full time coaching, tertiary studies, training and mentoring in a disciplined environment that promotes Maori sporting flair. We also deliver a strength and conditioning program to improve our student’s physical attributes like strength, speed and power.

Waihi Beach TOP 10 holiday resort welcomes you and your family! Whether you're on holiday, visiting friends and relatives or attending events in and around Waihi Beach, Waihi Beach TOP 10 Holiday Resort provides the perfect spot just off SH2 between the Coromandel and Tauranga for families, couples, groups, international travellers and business people. The Resort is situated at the north end of Waihi Beach with direct access from the park to the beach. The accommodation options are huge, ranging ... Read more from picturesque camping sites, affordable kitchen cabins or fully self- contained motel units. Come and relax at our pool and spa or enjoy some safe swimming, surfing and fishing on the beach. Waihi Beach also provides, stunning views to Mayor Island, local walks to Orakawa Bay, fabulous cafes and boutique shop

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!)

At Home Grown Kids, we have been providing home based childcare to New Zealand families since 1997. We love that we have had thousands of NZ families become a part of our family, and vice versa, over the years. Home Grown Kids gives your precious little one warm, caring home-based care and you some much needed peace of mind – with a loving Educator and support from Visiting Teachers. Home Grown Kids get to do everything that tamariki should do: climbing, baking, painting and building; laughing, ... Read more dancing, singing and playing. Your child will get to form a special bond with just one caregiver who really gets to know your child’s needs. It really is the next best thing to your kids being at home with you! What do parents say? " I just want to say I recently joined my kids into homebased childcare with Home Grown Kids - great company, my children's educator is great, taking them out on trips etc. I prefer this to sending my children to big child care centres." Our mission ...

Pathways is a community-based kindergarten that provides excellent early childhood education in a loving and natural environment. Children from 2-7 years old are enrolled the kindergarten, while 0-2 year olds can attend the playgroup sessions with their parents/caregivers twice a week. All children learn 'life from life in a warm, homelike environment, incorporating the values and qualities of truth, beauty and goodness. Pathways Kindergarten is guided by Rudolf Steiner's philosophies and teachings ... Read more while also recognising and incorporating the national curriculum, Te Whariki. Please call/email our friendly staff to arrange a visit.

Every day we make and deliver amazing cakes and cupcakes throughout New Zealand, and our cake shop is open five and a half days week at 122 Grange Road, Otumoetai, Tauranga. Every cupcake and cake we make uses the finest available ingredients and is baked fresh to order in small batches by our committed team. Each one is then hand-decorated by that same small gang of cake-obsessed individuals, dedicated to making sure you enjoy the best darn cake experience you've ever had. No short-cuts, just incredibly ... Read more delicious, utterly delectable creative treats delivered to your door or for you to pick up . What's not to love? Everybody loves cake...

Royal Academy of Dance. 2yr old classes Dancing with Mum. Done in a fun, friendly environment to establish a love for Dance from a young age with the benefit that Dance brings. Enrollments from 3yr old up to Teenagers and Adult Ballet Beginners. Non compulsory exams available from Grade 2. Fabulous End of Year Shows JDNZ Member, Lyrical Dance for Children from 6yrs. Medal Tests (not compulsory but highly recommended) Certificate in Dance Movement Therapy and Clinical Practicum.

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, ...

At Playtime Bouncy Castles we hire well presented unique Bouncy castles that comply to the WorkSafe NZ Regulations. We have been a Trusted Industry players for 5 years and are Tauranga Council Approved. As July 20th the ONLY OPERATOR in NZ with the Safe Operator Accreditation from SIOT.uk. So in short, very experienced with a Zero Harm and Zero incident Record. We are Event Specialists and open 7 days. No shortcuts, No dodgy gear and we offer simple great customer service. We have Bouncers only, ... Read more Combo Castles, Themed Castles, Generators, Wipeout Game and more. Dont risk your kids Safety by hiring a 'cheap Nylon Bouncy Castle', that doesn't comply with the WORKSAFE NZ regulations at all. The low hire price of one says it all. We have had the trust of many Corporate Clients. We have gear to set up castles on grass, concrete or tarseal drives, carparks, or even inside halls etc - but subject to ceiling clearances. More castles are on the drawing board and as we have a big say in the ...