Kids Activities in the Otago Region

The Otago Museum shares the natural, cultural and scientific stories of Otago, Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. The Museum is 150 years old in 2018, although many of the items in our collection are far older. Our collection includes over 1.5 million objects, which come from around the globe. We use these objects to tell our visitors more about the world – from here in Dunedin to deep space, from millions of years ago to envelope-pushing research – through galleries, exhibitions, displays, ... Read more tours and talks. After four years of planning and five months of construction, Tūhura Otago Community Trust Science Centre opened on 16 December 2017. The $2.5 million redevelopment of Otago Museum’s former Discovery World Tropical Forest was supported with $500 000 in funding from the Otago Community Trust. Now home to over 45 hands-on science interactives and a refreshed Tropical Forest butterfly house, Tūhura also encompasses the digitally interactive Beautiful Science gallery ...

Qualifications: BA, MusB, DipArts, LTCL, LRSM, AIRMT, APSNZ As a teacher I’m extremely mindful of being a facilitator of my students’ musical growth, encouraging them to develop technically, musically and personally with confidence, pleasure and at their own pace. My piano lessons are not just about learning to play the piano. I believe in developing the whole musician and provide a holistic approach to teaching, enhancing and extending all facets of music-making and appreciation. I ... Read more provide personalised tuition from my home studio in Waverley, Dunedin. • Individual tuition tailored to students’ needs and abilities • Students learn in a relaxed, supportive and friendly environment • Play music that’s enjoyable and fun • Experience a wide range of styles from Classical to Jazz and Contemporary music • Instruction and preparation for practical and theory examinations offered • Students of all ages and abilities are welcome, including adult students If ...

Green island taekwondo is a friendly, family oriented club. Every club member is there to help you achieve goals that you set yourself. We have a large amount of experience in all aspects of taekwondo, our members regularly compete in both fighting and poomsae (patterns) competitions. We have members that have represented New Zealand all over the world. Taekwondo is a tough martial art, but is very rewarding. To succeed, you need a positive and determined attitude. It is a long and sometimes ... Read more difficult personal journey, what you put in you will get back. When you start training, you learn basic Taekwondo moves, it is these foundations you build on, and they will serve you well in all aspects of your taekwondo. Taekwondo has so much to offer, whether it's fitness, competition, self-defence or to achieve a black belt, you learn a lot about yourself. Courtesy, to be polite to one another and to respect others. Integrity, being able to define what is right or wrong. Taekwondo ...

Catlins Newhaven Holiday Park (NHP) is an authentic 100% NZ Pure, eco-tourism experience. We are an award winning seaside accommodation / camping Holiday Park in the Catlins at Surat Bay. Tranquil, peaceful, with the flow of the tide, sand between your toes, beach sunsets / sunrises, rain-forests walks, a chorus of native birds, spectacular wildlife– the rare and critically endangered NZ sea lion. Surrender yourself to the rhythm and beauty of Surat Bay, relax, unwind and leave feeling ... Read more revitalized. Surat Bay is world famous being home to the rare and critically endangered NZ sea lion. Experience natural encounters, watch them swim and play, the whole family posing for your photo. January 2016 we have had four female pups born - all absolutely beautiful. Perfect when traveling the Southern Scenic Route or as a base to explore Catlins Coast - its spectacular waterfalls, the world famous Purakanui Falls, the majestic Matai Falls and twin Horseshoe Falls, the new walking track ...

Whether you are a first-timer or born in the saddle, we have horses of various breeds to suit your experience. Safety is paramount so we hand pick each horse to match its rider. Feel the freedom and exhilaration of seeing some of the beautiful untouched corners of New Zealand on horseback. Soak up the alpine flora , wildlife, rugged river gorges and dramatic landscapes. Treks can be as easy or as challenging as you want to make them- we can lead riders for the whole trek or take a private trek ... Read more and choose the pace with your guide. Our treks are family-friendly and suitable for children as young as 5 years of age.

sCakes For All Occasions (" Cake Talk " with Margaret ) specializing in all types of cakes from Weddings, both modern and traditional, Adult and Children birthday cakes including 50 novelty cake designs, plus other occasion cakes including Corporate, Anniversaries, Christmas, Baby Showers, Christening With 39 years experience Margaret has seen many changes over the years in decorating cakes. A member of the NZ Cake Guild Inc. since 1987. and founder of our local cake decorating guild ... Read more ( Taieri Cake Decorating Guild ) in October 1993 as Founder President . We are a home based business situated 14km south of Dunedin 10-15 minutes away from the centre of Dunedin. By Appointment Only. Currently registered with Dunedin City Council. We now offer 30 cake flavours including 8 Gluten free and 3 Dairy Free all to home made recipes using the freshest of ingredients. ( Check our website for the cake flavours ) with each cake order we receive. All our cakes are made to order ...

Step into THRILL ZONE, right in the heart of Queenstown! A fun, high-energy, adrenaline fuelled experience with a huge range of indoor adventures to choose from. Take a journey to the edge of reality with our Vortex 12D Motion Thrill Ride. Experience the ride of your life time on our wild roller coasters, creepy haunted houses & crazy jetpack adventures! Or experience a brand new dimension in a world without limits with our 360°Virtual Reality. From fighting intergalactic wars on alien planets ... Read more to riding on a horse while shooting zombies to skiing down enormous mountains, we have something for everyone. If a shoot ‘em up mission is more your game you can choose the 360° Battleground where you can join in the high adrenaline action of 360° Indoor Paintless Paintball (Reball), Lasertag or Heroblast (especially designed for youngsters). Choose from a wide range of game scenarios for your hour of warfare, complete with your very own dedicated referee. Fully interactive and action-packed! ...

Two Rivers, Twice The Excitement New Zealand's Original Jet boat Ride, operating since 1958. Come and see what all the excitement is about! Proudly the worlds first commercial Jet boat operator, KJet is based in the centre of beautiful Queenstown Bay. We are a family owned business aiming to give our guests memorable experiences, sharing stories and sights that only our slice of New Zealand offers.We are driven to deliver an unparalleled, value-for-money, friendly and exciting Jet boat ride on ... Read more the scenic waterways of Queenstown, ensuring at all times the safety and comfort of our passengers. We have a fleet of eight boats offering a range of Jet boat rides and combo deals to suit thrill seekers and families alike. With the largest Jet boat capacity in New Zealand we can offer exclusive private charters for groups of all sizes, carrying up to 140 people at one time. Only KJet offers over 60 minutes of unforgettable thrills, spins and exhilaration across three waterways in one of the ...

Our exclusive return door to door shuttle service is private for you and your family which runs on your time schedule. Our vans can take small groups from 4 up to 19, to the local ski fields around Queenstown and Wanaka. Our convenient and flexible service means we pick you up at your accommodation, on your watch - take everyone up the ski field - and return you home when you want to leave! Driving the icy roads can be difficult, fitting snow chains is hard, carrying heavy gear is uncomfortable, ... Read more and waiting in queues is cold. Leave the difficult stuff up to us so you can maximize your time and adventure up the ski fields. It's transport made easy!

Do you love thrills, spills, stunning views and Whitewater? There is nothing more exciting than a Whitewater river boarding trip on the spectacular Kawarau River. Come riverboarding with us and you will be truly amazed with the scenery, your adrenaline will be pumping and you will be left with the feeling you have just conquered one magnificent wild river. Surf standing waves, spin on whirl pools, play on eddy lines, whilst tailored by the worlds best, most qualified river guides. Suitable ... Read more for adventurous children aged 8 and above. All children under 12 years of age will have their own personal guide at no extra cost. At least one parent or legal guardian needs to accompany their children on the trip. The Original adventure activity in Queenstown operating since 1989. Interesting Facts: • We are the first commercial Riverboarding operation in the world, operating since 1989 with a 100% safety. • In 2012 “The Great Adventures of the World” book by Lonely Planet named ...

Southern Hunting Adventures is a company specialising in providing memorable hunting experiences at an affordable level to both experienced hunters and the novice. All ages and fitness levels are catered for and no previous experience with hunting or firearms is necessary. Southern Hunting Adventures organise hunts and adventure activities to fit any timeframe or travel plans and some species can be hunted in a 2-3 hour hunt although the more time you have available, the better experience we can ... Read more offer. Our company offers fully guided and outfitted hunts from 2 hours up to 2 months long with full support for bringing along the family or non-hunting observers. Species that we hunt include: Chamois, Himalayan Tahr, Red Deer, Fallow Deer, Feral Goat, Wild Sheep, Wallaby and Wild Boar are the large species hunted commonly in New Zealand but we facilitate small game “varminting” on Rabbits, Hares and Possum. Game birds are hunted in season and include Californian Quail, Chukkah, Canadian ...

Sixteen spacious units including studio units, one bedroom units and two bedroom units, units will sleep up to five. One and two bedroom units all have separate kitchens with full cooking facilities. Units surround courtyard car park, guest laundry facilities on site, ultra fast broadband.

Fly with New Zealand's most experienced tandem paragliding company! Launching from the skyline gondola since 1991, GFORCE is the only company permitted to fly over spectacular Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu. Take an exhilarating Tandem Paragliding flight with our friendly and experienced team for the experience of a lifetime! -We're the only company permitted to fly over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu -Our pilots are the best in the business, with well over two hundred years of combined tandem ... Read more flying time. -It's easy and you don't need any experience – your pilot will guide you through the whole flight. -We're certified by the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority. -We have stringent regulations around our equipment and weather conditions; we never push the limits when it comes to safety. -The flight is tailored to you – thrill seekers and those looking for a more relaxed pace are both catered to – talk to your pilot about how you'll enjoy it the most. -Check out ...

This is an intense, undie staining, adrenaline stimulation activity achieved by launching yourself from the world’s highest cliff, 109m over the famous Shotover River. Our uniquely designed system allows you to swing 200m with a 60m vertical freefall down a steep rocky cliff face. Throw our amazing staff into the mix and you’ve got the experience of a lifetime. It’s all about you. We aren’t here to rush or crown you. Our unique style of adrenaline and friendly service in a spectacular ... Read more scenic location gives you time to relax in the surroundings; to chat to your host and share in our passion for the best adrenalin rush by pushing your personal boundaries and safely managing your fear factor. Whether you’ve confident or timid, our jump masters are professional and crazy enough to ensure you have an awesome experience at gravity’s playground. Over the years we’ve dreamt up and developed heaps of jump styles - each one unique. Our Jumpmasters’ Choices include heaps ...

We are a Christian based Preschool situated in Brighton, Dunedin, and offer education and care for children ages 0-6yrs. We offer up to 30HoursFree for children 3 and over. Our opening hours are from 7-6pm, Monday to Friday. We welcome all families and seek to build caring, collaborative relationships with whānau to provide high quality education for the children of our greater community. Check out our website for more details!

Our canyoning adventures are a journey unlike any other. Get in touch with a special natural world and see beauty such as you’ve only dreamed of… From the raw power of strong waterfalls to the tranquillity of deep, forested pools, from sculptural rockscapes to glowing green moss droplets, you will be immersed in a world you never knew existed. And talk about fun! Challenge yourself in ways you’d never dreamed of. Plunge down water polished chutes and abseil down waterfalls. Jump off cliffs! ... Read more Climb, swim and float through an amazing world of water- sculpted rock, deep clear pools and spectacular waterfalls. Suitable for age 12 years and over for more details check out our website.

The Glebe is one of Queenstown’s most sought-after accommodations. In addition to our Apartments and Penthouse Suites and enviable location, we offer personalised guest services, outstanding facilities and a full range of tailored special events including weddings, birthdays/anniversaries and corporate events

Qualifications: Cert Exec. Mus, LTCL, AIRMT, Dip Tchng I have been teaching the piano since 1985, but have also run music classes for preschoolers, 5-9 yr olds, marimba groups, school choir and played the piano for weddings, restaurants and ballet schools including the NZ School of Dance. I teach after school hours from my home music studio in Normanby and during school hours at Columba College. Why piano lessons? Numerous studies show children who play an instrument, score higher on ... Read more both standard and spatial cognitive development tests. There are also findings that show kids who play piano, in particular, score higher in maths. Mastering a piece of music on the piano boosts a child's self-esteem and teaches patience and persistence. Children who play the piano have improved fine motor skills and, unlike other instruments, the piano requires both hands to work independently of each other. This helps to increase a child's overall dexterity and complex thought processes. Reading ...

We are a class based school of piping and drumming and we aim to teach our students the art of piping and drumming to the highest standard. We instruct students from a beginner level, through to competition level, specialising in solo and band performance.

The Library, often described as the living room of the city, provides a range of inviting physical and virtual spaces, and offers open access to information, education, ideas and works of the imagination across generations. A regular collaborator with local writers and arts organisations, the public libraries hosts and publicises author talks, workshops and supporting book launches. The libraries ensure that the published work of Dunedin writers is well represented on the shelves for customers to ... Read more enjoy, and also keeps a pristine heritage copy for future generations through the McNab New Zealand Collection. Libraries can be found in the City, Mosgiel, Port Chalmers, Blueskin Bay and Waikouaiti; along with two book buses that visit a wide variety of areas throughout Dunedin. For more information visit the website.

DGA has something for everyone. We offer a number of Gym For All (GFA) programmes such as; pre-school, kiwi gym fun, sport gym (for boys & girls), parkour, trampoline and sport-fit classes. We also offer competitive programmes including the men's level programme, the women's step programme, the rhythmic levels programme, trampoline age group programme and aerobic step programme. Gym for all (GFA) is about movement discovery, creativity, enjoyment and is all inclusive. Promoting fun, health and ... Read more well being. Gym for All offers everyone the opportunity the explore movement, from pre-schoolers through to adults!

Best Western Cranbury Court offers 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Self-Contained Apartments which sleep from 1 to 8 people. Spacious, warm apartments with fully equipped kitchen and laundry and only five minutes walk (400m) from Queenstown's main centre. Most apartments enjoy fabulous alpine views and you can watch the Gondola make its way up Bob's Peak to the Skyline facility from your courtyard seating area or balcony. Surrounded by six fantastic ski areas, walking trails, superb shopping, day spas, over ... Read more 150 restaurants and bars, award winning vineyards, a host of adventure sports, walking distance to the city centre and less than 15 minutes drive to the Queenstown Airport, Best Western Cranbury Court offers a superb location for all your holiday needs.

Kids Yoga has a lot of benefits that worth to incorporate at the community. The yoga classes for kids are different than Yoga for adults. It always includes fun, joy, and laugh reaching children to delve deeper and connect with themselves and others in a safe and judgement-free environment. There are so many ways to show them how to get this, and the yoga poses, the correct breath, mindfulness, relaxation, visualization, mandala art, music, dance and drama, are some examples that we can do in our ... Read more classes. Each week we focuses on a different activity, and students will explore in depth their capacity for present moment awareness, energy and emotion regulation, improve focus and sense of self-determination. At the end of the year, children will be prepared to use these experiences any time according to the requirements of the environment and themselves.

Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail is a 301km trail from Aoraki/Mt Cook to Oamaru. This is New Zealand, in all its colour and beauty - from the highest mountain, past great lakes and rivers, down to the ocean. Suitable for all ages, the 8 section trail is an easy to intermediate grade, offering a pleasing mix of on and off-road trails which link the Southern Alps to the Pacific Ocean. Allow 4-6 days for the entire ride, or simply try out a day excursion. Whichever option you choose, the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle ... Read more Trail is sure to be a memorable experience.

We're a softball and tee ball club that offers playing options for 5 years olds and up. We go right through the teenage years and onto adults of all ages. We generally cover the areas of Green Island, Abbotsford, Fairfield, Mosgiel, Taieri, Concord and anywhere else that people come from and want to join our club. We currently have nine teams across all grades. During the season we do club events such as open fun days, quiz nights, a club function with a live band and we do a brilliant end of year ... Read more prize giving where we all get together and celebrate our successes.

Based in Dunedin, New Zealand, the Otago School of Piping and Drumming Inc (OSPD) has developed a reputation as an school of excellence in Highland bagpiping and Scottish-style drumming . We have a duty to preserve and promote the Celtic heritage of New Zealand's most Scottish city, Dunedin, the Edinburgh of the South. OSPD embeds passion in the hearts and minds of all its students! Since its inception in 2005, students from all over the world have come to learn traditional Celtic music, passed ... Read more down from generation to generation. As the only fully independent institution of its kind in New Zealand, OSPD can focus on pipe band or solo musicianship, depending on student preference. Under the direction of the Principal, individuals and pipe bands have regularly placed and won in local, national and international competitions. Instructors at OSPD have been selected for their outstanding abilities as both educators and performers.​