Kids Activities - Aongatete (3178)

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 ...

Welcomr to Liberty Dance Studio. Here we offer Ballroom and Latin dance classes for all ages and levels. We host grouo classes, private lessons and wedding dance lessons are also available. So put on your dancing shoes and come join us for a fun and interactive learning experience.

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 ...

Supply and Education on Reptiles available in New Zealand. Interactive talks and extensive knowledge base available. Reptile products Reptiles Tortoise - Herman - Three Toe Box Turtles - Red Ear, Snake Neck, Reeves Bearded Dragons - Inland , Coastal Water Dragons Blue Tongue Lizards Leopard Geckos Cunningham Skinks

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 ...

About Rise Dance Company: We are a Tauranga based dance school teaching over 700 students weekly. Our belief is that everyone should dance regardless of age, ability or gender and that dancing should, first and foremost, be fun. We have classes for 2 year olds right through to adults with special classes for preschoolers, teens, boys & adults. We teach Hip Hop, Acro Dance, Jazz & Contemporary and have venues in Tauranga, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa and Rotorua as well as teaching in many schools. Exams?? ... Read more No way!!! Children have enough going on at school and are pressured at an increasingly young age to excel and compete. Rise Dance Company offers a positive environment where students can come and experience dance simply for the fun and enjoyment of it. For those wanting more of a challenge or are considering dance as a career we encourage you to audition for our competition and performance groups. We also offer intensive workshops throughout the year and a choreographic ...

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 ...

Across the road from the iconic Cornish Pumphouse, the new Gold Discovery Centre first welcomes visitors with its striking facade. This is something new! Inside you’ll find yourself immersed in interactive activities. You’ll be pushing hard against an air-leg drill that will shake your bones, just like a real drill. You’ll lean on a plunger to trigger a simulated explosion down the gold mine, then for a change of pace you might try to beat the shady dealer at a game of Two-up. You’ll marvel ... Read more at the intricate detail in the dynamic models then push the buttons to see what happens next. Open windows into the past and learn what it was like to grow up in a gold town, then crank the handle to discover the power of horses, steam and electricity. The ghost theatre is unlike any other. Set in colonial Waihi, actors are brought to life by 3D holograms in a story inspired by real local characters. You’ll get to know these towns-folk as they share their tales of love, war and social strife ...

Urban Dance teaches children and young adults authentic Hip Hop dance We teach over 400 students through our studio and community classes, schools programmes and training workshops We teach for individual enjoyment through to national and international competition We have our own Urban Dance Company of 40 talented and driven individuals Hip Hop dance emphasises individual and group performance Leadership, organisation, teamwork and participation are essential to success Self worth, ... Read more friendships and communication skills are achieved Urban Dance promotes physical health and wellbeing alongside building fitness and strength For Urban Dance, success will always be about the opportunities taken rather than the results achieved Our dancers come from all over the Tauranga Moana region and beyond We embrace all backgrounds and ethnicities We are united by our love of Hip Hop dance We bring families and the community together We provide a positive and creative ...

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 ...

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 ...

After school and holiday art classes for kids! Here at Twinkle Studios, we are all about fun, creativity and the freedom to explore! We provide children aged 7+ with the resources and encouragement to experiment with different techniques, so they can create their own awesome artworks! Our emphasis is on building confidence and inclusiveness for all; providing an environment for all children to thrive in, no matter what their skill level. Courses start from only $22.50 per session including ... Read more all resources, so get signed up today and let your creativity shine! Head over to our website for more info and online booking, plus follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the chance to win a $50 voucher towards a course of your choice!

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. ...

Professional & Affordable Gymnastic programs at Schools around Tauranga. We cover the following areas: Tauranga Otumoetai Papamoa Bethlehem Matua Pyes Pa Greerton Call Marie for more information

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.

Waimarino is a tranquil paradise situated on the banks of the Wairoa River just 10 minutes from Tauranga city. Our adventure park is focused around the sport of kayaking. Waimarino has been Tauranga’s premier kayaking & recreational destination since 1975. We offer a number of unique & enjoyable glow worm kayak tours, a range of corporate team-building options, new conference & function facilities, and after school and holiday care for children. We can provide an exclusive riverside venue for ... Read more wedding receptions or a fantastic fun day in our park for your group. Waimarino Adventure Park is the perfect day out for the whole family. Bring your family, swimsuits, barbeque supplies or picnic and make a day of it. The Supreme Pass allows you access to all the activities in the park including… Water Trampoline Climbing Wall Italian Pedalos The BLOB NZ's only Kayak Slide Tarzan Swing Gladiator Pole Diving Boards Swimming Recreational ...

Totara Springs is the largest centre of its kind in New Zealand and is the ultimate venue for church retreats, school camps, education outside the classroom (EOTC) teaching, business conferences, sporting and artistic events, holiday camps and weddings. We are situated in a beautiful setting, nestled at the foot of the Kaimai mountain ranges in Matamata. There are 90 acres of park-like grounds and native bush with streams, walks and bush trails. We have a large indoor sports and activity centre ... Read more and breakaway relaxation areas, as well as a large hot pool fed by natural hot springs. We have beds for 427 people in 27 serviced motels, 3 lodge complexes and 19 cabins. Onsite there are also powered caravan and practically unlimited tent sites. Our resource consent allows for up to 8000 people to sleep on site. For day events we can accommodate up to 25,000 people on the Totara Springs premises. Camps and events are fully catered by our resident catering and events team and special dietary ...

We are the only fencing club in the Bay of Plenty. Our members fence predominantly in foil but we do fence Épée and Sabre. We fence using electric scoring boxes and provide all the kit you need. All costs and details can be found on our website.

Looking for a fun way to entertain the family, social group, business or sport group? Then come on one of our Quests - a hybrid of the treasure hunt, scavenger hunt and the amazing race. We have Quests ready to go, or let us do the thinking and tailor one for you.

Dance Education Centre offers a full range of classes in Ballet, Urban Jazz, Contemporary Dance, Stretch / Body Conditioning and Competition Work at our Matua Centre and also Ballet Classes in the Senior Citizens Hall, Mount Maunganui. Our students range in ages from 3-4 years in our fun-filled and imaginative Preschool Mini Movers classes right through to Senior Contemporary, Urban Professionals and RAD Ballet Training at Vocational level for those pursuing a career in Performing Arts. In Tauranga, ... Read more the DEC has staged productions almost every year since 1983. Our annual end of year show's incorporate all students from our Matua and Mount Maunganui Studios. These amazing productions (staged at Baycourt Theatre) are of an extremely high standard and are greatly anticipated and enjoyed by the wider community. DEC Shows are a main highlight of the year for our students of all ages who love the opportunity to experience the varied aspects of theatre production as well as performing ...

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.

The Dance House is a unique dance school in Tauranga New Zealand, with a strong foundation in dance technique and performance. We enjoy working with each individual to bring out their best, and provide a supportive and uplifting environment for personal growth. At The Dance House Tauranga, we nurture creativity alongside technique, inspiring a lifelong appreciation for dance and the arts. We want our dancers to experience the artistry and joy of dance while developing correct technical ability, ... Read more stability, flexibility and strength, in the pursuit of excellence. In an industry which is wrought with emotional and physical damage, The Dance House stands apart. We provide a supportive family environment with strong values. We want our dancers to grow as individuals, and find a genuine platform for creativity and expression. We are Tauranga's leading contemporary dance school, with classes available in contemporary, ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, musical theatre and lyrical. Our ...

Our mission as a community based non-for-profit is to "build strong kids, strong families and strong communities". Our After School Care programmes serve fifteen schools around Tauranga Primary Schools: Welcome Bay Selwyn Ridge Maungatapu Tauranga Primary Gate Pa Greerton Village Greenpark Merivale Oropi Kaimai Bethlehem Bellevue Otumoetai Primary Intermediate Schools: Tauranga Intermediate Otumoetai Intermediate We are a provider of educational and developmental programmes ... Read more that invoke a sense of fun and vibrancy whilst still achieving learning and supporting milestones. The YMCA Tauranga is accredited to deliver programmes under the National Council of YMCA’s registration as a Private Training Establishment by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) under the provisions of the Education Act 1989. YMCA Tauranga is an active participant in the Tauranga City Councils’ Age Friendly City Strategic Plan 2013 – 2023, and we are working collaboratively ...

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!)

Helping people who love horses develop greater confidence, understanding and knowledge about horses, to teach new skills in horsemanship, riding and handling and also much of the aspects of the care of the horse. Whether you are an absolute beginner, or have been riding numerous times or if you are more advanced we will endevour to help you.

Inspired Kindergartens and Home Based Education offers quality preschool education to over 900 children through its network of 21 kindergartens and home based education services. We have kindergartens between Whangamata in the north and Murupara in the south-east while our home based services operate between Whitianga and Taupō. Formerly known as Tauranga Region Kindergartens Inc – Ngā Kōhungahunga Manawanui - we are one of New Zealand's largest and longest serving early childhood education ... Read more providers and are an affiliate of New Zealand Kindergartens Inc (NZK). We are a not for profit community based organisation governed by an elected Board. We are developing the bi-cultural relationship established by Aotearoa/New Zealand's founding document Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our staff of more than 140 includes a 100% qualified and registered early childhood teacher workforce. It's one of the many things that makes us unique. We believe early learning is a partnership with parents ...

For the first time, our parties are now available in TAURANGA! Let SLEEPOVERS take the hassle out of organising your child’s birthday or sleep over. Sleepovers provide the complete slumber party packages:- . Every package comes complete with a tent, mattress, duvet and covers, sheets, bunting, fairy lights, breakfast trays, toothbrush, torch AND to keep your little ones entertained we offer a range of activities to suit your parties needs. Save time and money. Add a touch of magic to your ... Read more next event to make it the most memorable one yet. Find us on Facebook: Sleepovers - Best Kids Party Ever

Bethlehem Motor Inn Tauranga motel accommodation and Conference Venue promises you a warm welcome and a comfortable stay. Bethlehem Motor Inn is the best motel in Bethlehem situated at 176 Moffat Road, walking distance to the busy Bethlehem Town Centre and the fabulous Mills Reef Winery, yet only minutes from bustling Tauranga City, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Paintball Extreme Ltd can cater for any group from 6 to 150 players For any occasion from stag/hens party, kids birthday parties, end of year functions, social club outings, sports team wind ups, team building exercises or just a friendly get together. we have an excellent viewing area for on lookers and supporters on both our outdoor fields. We also have a great lasertag system for all ages.

* 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.

Situated in the beautiful Bay of Plenty on both harbour and ocean beaches. Spend your days just lazing on the magnificent beach, or enjoy the many water activities that Pilot Bay has to offer. A holiday at the Mount would not be complete without taking a leisurely walk around the mountain (the famous 'Mauao') or alternatively, take in the breathtaking views of the Bay from the summit. Great shopping & café dining within walking distance. Something for everyone. Visitor Information Centre on site. ... Read more Situated in the beautiful Bay of Plenty on both harbour and ocean beaches. Spend your days just lazing on the magnificent beach, or enjoy the many water activities that Pilot Bay has to offer. A holiday at the Mount would not be complete without taking a leisurely walk around the mountain (the famous 'Mauao') or alternatively, take in the breathtaking views of the Bay from the summit. Great shopping & café dining within walking distance. Something for everyone. Visitor Information Centre on site.

Dance and creative movement for all ages and abilities. Come along and see how dance can change your life for the better.