Kids Activities - the Otorohanga District

The Otorohanga Kiwi House & Native Bird Park is a great place to see Kiwi. Our aim is to offer New Zealand's most personal wildlife experience for all ages. We have close-up viewing of kiwi (New Zealand’s national bird) within our specialised nocturnal houses. Keeper talks occur throughout the day allowing visitors to get up close and personal with the large collection of unique NZ birds and reptiles. Keeper Talks are 10.30am (Kiwi) 11.00am (Kea & Kaka) 12.00pm (Kakariki) 1.30pm (Kiwi) 2.30pm ... Read more (NZ long finned eels) 3.30 pm (Kiwi) Walk through the large dome aviary and see the unique tuatara, a native New Zealand reptile, which pre-dated the dinosaurs. The Otorohanga Kiwi House is open daily (except Christmas Day) from 9.00 am – 5.00 pm. We have been conserving kiwi since 1971. Visit us and learn about our active kiwi breeding programme in the heart of the North Island. The Otorohanga Kiwi House & Native Bird Park is a ‘non-profit’ charity dedicated to the conservation ...

Kamahi Cottage is a 5-Star rated self-contained B&B in a beautiful farm setting, just 30 minutes from the Waitomo Caves and 15 minutes from Otorohanga. It has stunning hilltop views and is totally private; a family-friendly stay for a maximum of 4 guests (children are very welcome). Full gourmet breakfasts - continental style plus selection of cooked choices are included in the rates. Facilities include an upstairs queen bedroom, a queen sofa-sleeper downstairs for 2 extra guests or children (all ... Read more linen supplied) a stylish downstairs lounge and dining area with sound system, CD collection, reading library, flat screen LCD TV, ceiling fan and electric heating. There is a spacious modern bathroom and a fully equipped modern kitchenette built into a handcrafted cabinet. Complimentary fresh flowers, home baked treats, freshly ground coffee, tea assortments, port and schnapps are provided.

Kawhia Beachside s-Cape Holiday Park is the only waterfront camp ground in Kawhia. Situated on the left as you come into Kawhia, you get great views of the harbour from their waterfront camping sites. 10 cabins and 5 motels are also available at family friendly prices, some with harbour views also. Springless trampoline, kayaks for hire and loan shovels to dig your own natural mineral hot spa on Ocean Beach, 6km away. RV Dump station, coin operated laundry and modern clean ablution block with free ... Read more hot showers. Large old fashioned camp kitchen and large TV (SKY) lounge. Small dogs allowed in their owners motorhome/caravans. No pets on tent sites, or in and around buildings. Approximately 3 hrs from Auckland and a great first night stop when travelling from the airport. Conveniently situated between Raglan, (1 hour), and Waitomo, (1 hour 20 min) make your stay a few nights. Your hosts, Carolyn & Bill, are friendly and readily available to help with your questions and requirements. ...

Hopscotch Childcare and Hopscotch Preschool are two privately owned centres in the rural town of Otorohanga. They’re managed by the owner and Licensee, Charlotte Clapcott. Both Centres are open from 8am to 5.15pm. Our centres are family-based with strong ties to the community. Our children are able to experience many out of centre activities such as: We take regular walking trips to the park, Kiwi House, library and Beattie Rest Home. Our local fire station and ambulance officers visit us ... Read more at the centre. We get to watch the College school performance and Kapa Haka groups. In the summer, our Preschool children visit the local swimming pools every week to have fun and gain some water confidence. We visit the local primary school for their annual pet day. Every year we go on a bus trip to the theatre in Hamilton where we watch a production designed for preschool children. We have a great outside space with lots of challenges, a huge sandpit and a vegetable garden for the children ...

The picturesque 18 hole (5875m) championship golf course is located just 5 minutes from Otorohanga and only 10km from Waitomo Caves,The Waitomo Golf Course celebrates its wonderful 6th "Signature hole" that will challenge the serious golfer, but is also forgiving to the less ambitious! The Waitomo Golf Club also offers a function venue centre and squash courts. If you are looking for the opportunity to play competitive golf in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere Waitomo Golf Club is the place ... Read more for it.

We offer classes for all ages. Contact us today! Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Contemporary. Also offering Flute lessons.

Balls of fun for everyone! Enjoy the Kiwiana themed full 18 hole mini golf, practice your cricket, softball or baseball skills against our world class pitching and bowling machines or your golf swing in the pro drive nets! All nestled in relaxing park like grounds perfect for any family or business event from a picnic to corporate eventing! With our paintball set in native bush paintball as well as the all new target paintball it guarantees a natural setting for hours of fun! Barbeque facilities ... Read more are available for hire as well as full venue hire which is popular for large groups, giving you and your guests unlimited access to all activities! We're open Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 6pm, 7 days during school holidays and all public holidays. We are closed for the month of August Other days and times are available on request. So whether you want to enjoy one or all the activities here or just sit and relax with a barista coffee we look forward to seeing you soon!

The family that plays together stays together. We just know that Te Awamutu needs family friendly entertainment because we are a family in Te Awamutu, fed up of having to go to Hamilton everytime theres a bit of rain or want to do something to do!! After nearly 3 years in Te Awamutu we are still discovering little gems that are hardly ever spoken off and we want to share them with you and the rest of New Zealand! The creation of an indoor facility is to cater all year round, the partee room ... Read more also gives an extra addition to the town and the bikes are great family activity too. If you have any questions, please come see us, email, call or even text.

I provide one on one piano tuition, with theory, aural, musicianship, technical studies and musical history. I run studios in Te Awamutu, Pirongia, Cambridge, and Te Kuiti. Students are able to sit examinations, either practical or theory, with the Associated Board Royal Schools of Music and Trinity Guildhall of London. I encourage students to play at concerts, this gives them the confidence to play infront of others and to show the achievements and progress. Music should be fun and that's what ... Read more I try to provide.

3 court squash facility for anyone wanting to play squash. We cater for social and competitive players all year round.

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An affordable friendly golf club to cater for all levels and ages

Bagpiping and bagpipes. We have instruments and accessories for sale and provide tuition. Bagpipe instrument setup and servicing are also services provided for the whole of the Waikato, BOP King Country regions (and beyond). Learning to play the bagpipes (or pipe band drums) is like joining a world wide club and can open door throughout New Zealand as well as other countries. We like encouraging youngsters to learn and join a pipe band where there is music, tradition and friendship. A full ... Read more set of bagpipes is not needed to learn on, just a practice chanter (inexpensive). All tuition notes and music are supplied. Instruction can be in a group or as individual lessons. If a piper is wanted for functions, weddings, funerals, promotions or fairs we can provide our experienced piper (able to appear in tartan from a our wide range), or put folk in contact with a solo piper, or a pipe band. (Pipe Bands normally attend community events moreso than private events). We have connections ...

Junior Club caters for children aged 5-Year 8. Midgets league runs on a Wednesday night only for 5-7 year olds. All other teams practice weekly and play in Saturday Waikato League.

The Space Centre is an inspiring educational experience for all ages, whether or not you have any interest in space (most of our visitors don't). There are plenty of hands-on activities for kids young and old. We've got New Zealand's only public collection of genuine space artefacts. Look us up on any review website and see why people are calling Te Awamutu Space Centre a "hidden gem" and "must-see attraction".

Edventure is a holiday programme, geared to give children the best possible experience. We run a range of programmes, activities and camps for ages 5 - 13 yrs. Our adventurous and educational programmes are enjoyed by all. Whether it’s fishing and tramping in the outdoors or cooking and computers indoors, we have got it all! We also have an at school programme. "Everyday" allows you to enrol your child for one or as many days as you like for just $40 per day. Our staff have got a great range of ... Read more themed days that include games, activities, arts, crafts and cooking to keep them busy and challenge them.have a look at our timetable to see what we have planned. The Edventure Summer Camp is a must do every year. Children have a full on experience with a fun group of instructors and complete activities such as fishing, sailing, kayaking, tramping, camping, snorkelling and much more. Edventure staff are qualified and experienced so your children stay safe, whilst having fun. Where: Edventure ...

We know Hamilton has many a childcare, daycare, kindergarten, playcentre – whatever you want to call it – it’s all a bit scary! The Waikato Kindergarten Association offers 29 Kindergartens Waikato, 7 Early Education Waikato childcare centres and Homebased Education in several locations around the Waikato. Where do you start? Find a centre or Homebased Educator near you, see what we offer, meet the staff and enrol. You are welcome to visit anytime; every day is an open day. Your child ... Read more will become a part of our Waikato Kindergarten Association family, where we truly value each individual child. We are passionate about teaching and thrive seeing your child extend their learning and social skills. Trained and experienced teachers provide positive relationships in secure and happy environments where cultural differences and family values are acknowledged. You can be a part of it Proud to be the chosen Early Childhood Education providers in the Waikato involved in the following ...

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Chartwell and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to 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 Chartwell, Waikato, are taught by passionate instructors who are ... Read more committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills, and reach your maximum potential. Training with GKR Karate at ...

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Bader and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to 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 Bader, Waikato, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed ... Read more to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills, and reach your maximum potential. Training with GKR Karate at Bader ...

Just Kidding Babysitting is an online babysitting booking service in Hamilton and nearby areas, where parents can book online and recieve a reliable, caring and fun babysitter who has been selected from Waiakto Diocesan School. Just Kidding Babysitting was set up through The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme 2014 and won The Lion Foundation Young Enterprise Scheme Company of the Year 2014. We guarantee: Careful Selection - All sitters are carefully selected and Waikatio Diocesan senior ... Read more students Training - Babysitters are trained in basic child psychology and child behaviour by a McKenzie Centre interventionist. Each babysitter receives first aid training from a St John Ambulance first aid trainer. Caring - Our sitters must have a caring nature, like children and be comfortable with them. Safe & Responsible – A strict ‘Code of Conduct’ including health and safety procedures must be complied. It is designed to protect both the child and our sitters. We have arranged Liability ...

We teach American Jazz, Classical Ballet, Hip Hop, American Tap, Contemporary, Musical Theatre and Acting - 3 years to adult. We also teach Ballroom, Latin, Salsa, Argentine Tango, Modern Jive (age 12 and up). Were also wedding dance specialists. Learn in a caring, positive, joyful, inclusive and successful studio culture. You are welcome to visit our upmarket facility. We have highly trained teachers, superb exam results, the biggest range of top-quality syllabi, and fabulous end-of-year Shows. ... Read more Teaching standards are extremely high, and exams are moderated by external experts. Its a great place to be. We have the best facilities in the region - a new, custom-designed, 4-studio complex, with sprung floors, commercial air conditioning, a separate ventilation system, wall-length safety mirrors, double ballet barres, with the latest health and safety features, viewing areas, and free parking. We've been in Hamilton for 30 years. Weekend classes are available. Class sizes are limited. ...

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Claudelands and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to 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 Claudelands, Waikato, are taught by passionate instructors who ... Read more are committed to teaching and passing on the GKR Karate style and our way of life. When you join our club, you will be joining a community of like minded people who share the same common goal of personal improvement. This will be your journey, and you will be encouraged to train at your own pace. Your instructors and peers will be there to support and provide you with a safe, inspiring and empowering environment to develop your skills, and reach your maximum potential. Training with GKR Karate ...

The Waikato Show is a unique community event that celebrates the amazing diversity that exists in the Mighty Waikato. Explore ... Engage ... Educate ... Experience ... Enjoy ... Eat! Come spend a day with us and explore all that is on offer, from kitting out your home, to the fresh wares, taking in a live performance on the Lawn, to tasting the mulit-cultural foodie experience, playing with the cute animals, to getting safe-wise in your home, to taking stock of your well being, or finding a ... Read more new hobby, through to finding out just how amazing life is after 55. It is a weekend not to be missed.

Blastacars is the ultimate karting experience. Not to be confused with regular go karts, these are purpose built, powerful karts. Coupled with custom tracks we create an experience all about sliding sideways. Whether it's a booking for one or one hundred we have you sorted. At Blastacars we have kart speeds to suit all needs . We do not have an age limit only a height minimum of 1.3 metres. Our karts are longer than average karts so larger people can fit. Smaller people we can equip with booster ... Read more seats or extender pedals. We even have a paraplegic kart. Our karts are sturdy and safe and OSH certified. All you need to bring to race is a covered shoe. At Blastacars Hamilton we have BBQ and dining areas for you to enjoy with your group booking. Blastacars is also perfect for kids parties. We offer exclusive kids party specials. Call us today to find out more.

Creating childhood memories with our beautiful ponies, quality venue and professional parties. We provide Professional Themed Pony, Barn & Fairy Parties, Professional Riding Lessons for up to age of 10 years, Pony Rides, Pony Play Group & Small Group Visits & Holiday Activities. Our purpose built barn with the adjoining stable door for the ponies to look through, is yours to enjoy. Set with antiques, shabby chic accessories and saddlery, you will feel relaxed and welcome. Stunning country views ... Read more from our location in Dinsdale, Hamilton. Gorgeous, safe, well handled and cared for ponies. Our ponies and animals are part of our family. We use quality saddlery and equipment.

Ocean Beach Horse Treks and Horseback Riding Adventures specialise in horse trekking and horse riding lessons for kids and learners...