Proactive Martial Arts is one of New Zealand's leading professional martial arts organisations with six branches based in Christchurch, New Zealand. We are a family-orientated facility with plenty of friendly, qualified instructors and a great leadership team! You are never too old to start and everyone is encouraged to work at their own pace and enjoy the journey. We run extensive children's Karate and Kickboxing programmes, developed for specific age groups from 4 years of age through to teenage-only... Read more

Throughout NZ there are 16 YMCAs all of which share a common purpose – which is to meet and relate to the needs of people in their communities, and where they work, in a way that will encourage them to develop as individuals, express their own needs and reach their full potential. YMCAs do this through programmes and relationships, involving YMCA workers with special youth community, recreational and motivational skills, guided by the four core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring. The... Read more

Master Song specializes in coaching the following skills: -Traditional/Practical Shaolin Kung-Fu (i.e. Variety of open hand forms, 18 traditional weapons and advanced animal-imitation forms) - Contemporary Wushu (Jet Li Style) - Sanda (Chinese Kick Boxing) -Tai Chi & Qigong with Mind Body Balance Relaxation -Self Defense & Fitness Contact us today for your FIRST FREE TRIAL LESSON to experience the fun, professional and uniqueness of Master Song Shaolin Kung Fu Wushu! A great holistic way to... Read more

Leading the way in the education and care of New Zealand's pre-schoolers We are part of BestStart, New Zealand's largest privately owned Early Childhood Education organisation, providing care to over 16,000 children across New Zealand. BestStart's vision is to work in partnership with teachers and parents to enable children to achieve their learning potential and we are constantly looking at ways we can achieve this. ABC Riccarton has large natural outdoor spaces and a centre specific routine that... Read more

Living Springs is a charitable trust that is based in Lyttelton Harbour, surrounded by native bush and stunning scenery. Only a 20 minute drive from Christchurch, it is the ideal location for groups to gather and enjoy the catering and accommodation while participating in a range of outdoor adventure activities. Founders Field is our new playing field offering a greater range of activities and sports to be enjoyed while at camp and includes a basketball and netball court. Activities include: Tree... Read more

Phatu Penguins is a family- owned and operated eco- tourism business with 30+ years history of advocating and helping to fund the protection of Koror (Little Penguin) on the family farm in Phatu/Flea Bay. Our guides are all conservationists, friends and family - with years of working in penguin conservation, a passion for sharing their stories and a wealth of local knowledge passed down several generations. When the Helps family first began their conservation work the penguins faced massive challenges... Read more

Wainui Park is a piece of paradise on Banks Peninsula. Described as Canterburys best kept secret The Kind Foundation's Wainui Park is your one-stop-shop for accommodation, conference, camping and outdoor programmes. Wainui Park is a favourite venue for a huge number of schools, community groups and corporate groups from all over the South Island. Offering numerous accommodation and catering options as well as adventurous outdoor activities including Giant Swing, Kayaking, High Ropes and Coasteering,... Read more

Provision of free, quality Early Childhood Education for three - five year olds with fully registered teacher.s Kidsfirst Kindergartens Linwood Vision Statement Whanaungatanga is a cornerstone of Kidsfirst Kindergartens Linwood. An atmosphere of open communication and respect between kaiako, children, parents/whanau and visitors promotes this. We foster Ukaipotanga through a warm, welcoming, friendly accepting and supportive environment where children and parents/whanau know they have a place. There... Read more

At Crowntastic, we specialise in creating magical memories for children, transforming their dreams into unforgettable memories. Our dedicated team brings magic to life through captivating entertainment, ensuring every event is filled with wonder and joy. Whether it's a birthday party, a special occasion, or just a day of fun, Crowntastic is here to make your child's imagination soar. We offer a variety of exciting packages tailored to suit every child/parents dream. Our character entertainment... Read more

Taekwon-Do is the Korean art of self defence and the world’s most popular martial art. It was first developed by a Korean Army General, Gen. Choi Hong Hi, in the 1950s and 1960s. “Tae” means to jump or kick with the foot; “Kwon” means to punch with the hand or fist; and “Do” means art or way. Taekwon-Do is also an exciting sport with many spectacular events such as sparring, patterns, power breaking and the high flying special techniques competition. But it is also a martial art suitable... Read more

Triskelion Osteopathy is an ACC Accredited Pain and Injury Clinic right in the heart of Riccarton, Christchurch. Our practitioner have over 10 years experience and specialise in gentle cranial osteopathy treatment which can help mum during pregnancy. We do treatment for babies after birth and can help with sprain, colic, reflux. We also help older kids with their pain and aches. Read more

Through group music making, and playful games that children love, students develop musical skill, understanding and literacy. This sequential approach develops childrens musicianship and confidence, developing skills that will transfer to any instrument. Kodly students become strong readers, excellent singers, with well developed aural, coordination and memory skills and a lifelong passion for music. Wednesdays, during school terms 3.45pm 4.30pm 5 - 7 tyear olds For other ages please enquire About... Read more

Our Christchurch holiday homes and apartments are fantastic for family holidays. We offer both rural and town rental properties, accommodating from 2 to 12 persons and pet friendly options. All of our quality Christchurch Holiday Homes are fully self catering and set up as a normal home offering; Clean and sunny living Comfortable modern furnishings Free WiFi internet Large flatscreen TV Fully equipped kitchen & laundry Comfortable beds Cleaning service available Pet friendly options Minimum... Read more

We are an OSCAR programme that provides out of school care for 5 - 13 years. Read more

At NZ Modern School of Music - Christchurch & North Canterbury, we offer individual music lessons to students age 5+. Our qualified teachers teach a variety of instruments including piano, guitar, drums, voice, and so many more! Get in touch today to learn more about who we are and what we do! Read more

At Pitter Patter Parties, we offer dance based party entertainment in six different themes to excite any child and with three packages to suit any budget, you can sit back, relax and know that your guests are being entertained! Our themes include Fairies, Pirates, Mermaids, Popstars / Disco, Superheroes and Princesses, suitable for 3 - 8yrs (Popstars can be tailored for older children too). All sessions include 50 minutes of jam packed fun, hire of our themed props and a small take home gift for... Read more

Play is the Way! Toy Libraries operate throughout NZ for families to borrow toys, games, puzzles and other learning activities. Run by volunteers for the benefit of children in the community. 5 good reasons to join - 1. access to quality toys for minimal charge 2. age appropriate toys always available 3. Opportunity to meet other families in the community and network 4. Hiring is a good environmental option; reducing landfill waste from unwanted/broken toys 5. Volunteers on hand to help;... Read more

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

After school drama classes for children aged 5-18 years. We have classes in Merivale, Halswell and in South Brighton. Our classes combine a structured fun-filled social environment with extensive use of improvisation and role-play to develop positive feelings of self worth and the ability to confidently express thoughts and feelings. We have age ranked classes for 5-7 years. 7-9 years and 9-13 years, 13- 18 years. Current times and costs per term are: Merivale Classes are: Monday Thumbelina,... Read more

New Zealand's Leading Indoor Climbing Centre where you have a choice of indoor climbing ... conventional in The Roxx or unconventional in Clip 'N Climb. The Roxx is the only dedicated climbing centre in Christchurch and is by far the biggest facility on the South Island. Clip 'N Climb is the most innovative indoor climbing concept to have emerged in the last decade. It is an arena full of individually themed climbing challenges equipped with automatic belay devices that make climbing safe and exciting. Read more

Ferrymead Golf has golf - outdoor and indoor mini golf courses, a 9 hole golf course, a driving range and golf course. Come for a game or some coaching PLUS we now have a fantastic new paint ball arena! We would love to see you soon. Read more

Bridge club. Offering lessons (3 courses per year). 5 sessions of play per week plus weekend tournaments throughout the year. Venue hire available Read more

Table tennis is a fast sport which is becoming popular in NZ. Whether you play for fun, or more competitively, table tennis is an indoor game for the whole family. Table tennis is an ideal development sport for people wanting to learn eye-hand coordination. We provide and facilitate social programs for all community demographics: - Junior and beginner programs. - Daytime and elderly social play. - Women’s only social play. - Primary, Intermediate and Secondary School Sports competition. - Polybat... Read more

Julie Wylie Musical Play conducts musical play classes for parents and children from 3-4 months up to 5 years. Our classes are held at various venues around the city. In our musical play classes parent and child interact together through a range of music and movement activities designed to develop healthy attachment, relationship, music community and synchronous movement and communication. The classes help parents to understand how and why music works in relation to the brain and are designed... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Opawa Cholmondeley and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children, 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 Opawa Cholmondeley, Christchurch are taught by passionate instructors... Read more

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We are the biggest tennis club on the eastern side of Christchurch set in lovely park like surroundings, providing programs for HotShots, junior tennis (social and interclub), senior tennis (social and interclub), midweek ladies and have expert coaching available from our club coach Andrew Falck. We also have a comprehensive range of tennis racquets, shoes and bags for sale. Join us for juniors on a Saturday morning or seniors on Saturday afternoons from 1pm onwards. Read more