Kids Activities - Makara (6972)

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Aro Valley 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 Aro Valley, Wellington, 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 ...

Inverlochy provides art education, classes for adults, teens and children. Our Children's after school classes and Holiday programmes have been running for 20 or more years and have earned an enviable reputation for teaching children the fundamentals of serious art practice while having lots of fun. We believe in mixing the traditional with the contemporary; using New Zealand and international artist's work as a model so that students produce wonderful art pieces using various media and making ... Read more art with real substance that produce lasting learning results. Inverlochy also runs adult art classes including day, afternoon and evening classes in painting, jewellery making, printmaking, sculpture, photography, writing, sewing and multimedia art. Beginners and advanced students are catered for and our classes are taught by professional accomplished art practitioners. Many of our students return repeatedly and (including our children's programmes, we cater to returners with each programme ...

Wellington Botanic Garden offers free access to unsurpassed views, unique landscape, exotic forests, native bush, colourful floral displays and gorgeous specialist gardens. Start your visit at the Treehouse Visitor Centre. Grab a bag of duck food and check out the children’s corner for kid friendly activities you can do in the garden. Explore new areas or visit old favourites. The Children’s Play Area has a flying fox and grassy hills for rolling competitions. Come play under our trees ... Read more and let your curiosity lead you. Gardens open daily sunrise to sunset. Free entry.

ARTJAM is a creative space for young people to break from the pressures of life in the 21st century and connect with self, make new friends and create art, music, and film around mindful themes like compassion, respect, and self-esteem. Contact Josh and Jamen directly for more information.

Kids Yoga with Bibi for children 5 to 12 years old. Sunday's at 11.30am to 12.15pm during school term dates. Bibi a trained Primary School teacher, has been teaching yoga to children internationally since 2001. She’s a White Lotus trained yoga instructor and has studied with teachers such as Danny Paradise, Gurmukh, Ganga White and Tracey Ritch. Bibi is also a published children’s book author/artist – Teaching yoga to the youngest generation gives children an opportunity to grow deeper body ... Read more awareness. It strengthens concentration, increases mobility, balances weight and adds a deeper sense of joy, self-responsibility and achievement into their lives. Namaste Bibi

Makara Playgroup is set in the idyllic hills of Makara in Wellington - just a 7 minute drive from Karori Park. Drop in and check us out - our sessions run on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:30am to 12:00 (noon). During the school holidays we open on Thursdays for Play Days. Our Playgroup is situated at 29 South Makara Road, Makara, Wellington. Morning tea is provided for children - typically fruit, cheese and crackers. Tea, coffee and biscuits for the grown-ups too. Our premises can ... Read more be hired for parties. $50 per 4 hours. Send us e-mail for more information or to make a booking. We are an independent, parent-led Playgroup. You can choose to be involved as much - or as little - as you like! Makara Playgroup is Ministry of Education Certified.

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Wellington 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 Hataitai, Wellington, 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 ...

Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, Pinocchio, Into the Woods, Aristocats, Aladdin, Joseph and his amazing technicolor dreamcoat, The north Star and this year Annie are some of the fantastic musicals Musical Stars has performed on stage. Musical Stars has been fostering confident and creative children through singing, dancing and acting education for more than 14 years. It helped develop dance and singing skills and an understanding and appreciation of theatrecraft to many children no matter their ... Read more previous experience. It also young people with opportunities to be part of a professional performance environment, enhanced opportunities to show leadership and to work as a team across different community groups. Come and join us after school in one of our venues like Island Bay, Karori or Lower Hutt for a 2018 on stage. It will change your life! Besides learning very valuable performing skills you'll meet fantastic friends who share your passion and love for the stage. In a safe and relaxed ...

The Rock and Water programme teaches social safety skills. Using physical games and exercises participants learn about their emotions and positive ways to maintain self control, develop self awareness and to always have a choice in any situation...sometimes a Rock reaction is needed (going your own way, not listening to others) but most times the Water attitude (listening, being flexible, calm and relaxed) will bring more positive outcomes. Themes include dealing with bullying, body language, intuition, ... Read more communication skills etc. Rock and Water is for everyone, including those living with ASD, visual impairment and other special needs. Individual, group and whole class programmes available, as well as nationwide workshops for educators.

Karori Arts and Crafts offers excellent art tuition for children by qualified artists and teachers. We run an art class for 5-7yr olds on Tues: 3.30-4.30pm, that introduces them to the basic principles of colour, shape and line using examples from the Masters as well as contemporary artists to demonstrate how to create unique art. We run a class for 7-12 yrs from 4-5.30pm on Monday and 4-5.30pm on Thursday, that extends the principles taught in the younger age group class and stimulates their creativity ... Read more in a fun environment. Our drawing classes focus on developing strong observational skills combined with the fertile source material of each child's imagination. Tues 3.30-4.30pm is for 10-16yr olds and 4.35-5.35pm caters for 6-10yr olds. Each year we host a Children's Art Exhibition where parents and families can come and admire the hard work of their children throughout the year.

Poneke Karate Dojo. Host the International Karate Style of Kyokushin. It has two floors and great equipment. Check the web site for timetable and info.

Tricky the Clown Rick begins his show as "Rick" putting on his clown makeup and costume, and changes into "Tricky" in front of the children. This is a gentle way to start the show that engages the children and is not scary for even the most sensitive child. The 40 minute show includes music, magic, juggling and twisted balloon animals, involving the children along the way. You will also receive up to 18 balloon animals for children to take home after the party. Your birthday child will receive ... Read more a CD disc of "Tricky the Clown" music, which will be a great reminder of the birthday party show for years to come... Rick can travel throughout the greater Wellington region, bringing his "Tricky the Clown" show to your home, preschool, kindergarten, community hall - suitable for children's birthday and Christmas parties, early childhood centre visits, from 2 years of age and older. Rick Sahar was awarded the 2011 Best NZ Variety Artist Award for his array of shows available - Murder ...

Sweet Cakes and Cupcakes are perfect for your wee one's birthday party - whether it's Dora or Peppa, Cars or Planes. Sweet Cakes and Cupcakes are modern and stylish, with buttercream icing, and are all hand-baked and decorated fresh to order, in small batches. We take pride in using top-notch, natural ingredients, sourced locally in New Zealand wherever possible. Check out our website for more inspiration, or contact Grace by email.

Kids have FUN at Craft House. Offering popular, fun, kids birthday parties and holiday classes for ages 5 years up (7 years for Holiday Classes) in our dedicated kids space at our store in Kaiwharawhara. Our crafty parties and classes include popular paper craft options such as mini books, cards, photo canvas art as well as occasional other crafty adventures such as mixed media painting, felting, mosaics, plaster of paris and even a little sewing. Check out our website for more details. SPECIAL ... Read more ACTIVEACTIVITIES OFFER: Mention you saw this posting on Active Activities when you book a Kids Birthday Party - and if you are one of the first 10 bookings to do so...the Birthday child is FREE!

Capital E is a not-for-profit organisation based in Wellington. We're here to ignite the creative spark in young people through digital workshops, live performance and events. As well as our work in Wellington the Capital E National Theatre for Children tours the country every year. Let's get inspired together!

Wadestown Crèche is a high quality, family-focussed Early Childhood Education centre offering part-time sessions for pre-school children aged 12 months - 4 years. Our team of experienced fully qualified teachers supports each child’s development and learning through play, rich and varied experiences and stable routines. We're in the heart of Wadestown, on CBD fringe and serving families from Karori to Khandallah and beyond. Your choice of sessions: Short (for all children): 8.20am ... Read more – 12.30pm Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri Long (designed for older children from 2½ years): 8.20am – 2pm Mon & Thurs We pride ourselves on supporting the transition from home and stable routines. We also offer ECE funding.

We love to celebrate the natural inquisitiveness, curiosity and imagination of children. By working alongside children, encouraging independent learning through the following of their own curiosity, helping them to gather knowledge and information along the way, we empower them to become independent lifelong learners, full of potential and unlimited possibilities. We continuously strive to celebrate and be the best childcare centre in Wellington by providing: -Superb child to teacher ratio for ... Read more all age groups -One on One settling process so that children feel comfortable with new faces and the new environment -Culturally diverse Staff that have stayed on for more then 10 years and are fully ingrained with our child-focused philosophies and values -Daily and Monthly informative updates for parents through teacher updates and a personalised profile book -Better preparation for preschool through curriculum headstarts All in all, less time to worry, more time to live, learn and love. ...

We are Wellington's largest and most central football club who have a number of teams that can cater for both competitive minded and social players!

Pre school fun classes and ballet and jazz for 5-8yrs. Bringing children and Dance together in the local Community.Very reasonable rates. Experienced teachers.

We promote the principles and practices of traditional karate and encourage student participation. The Victoria University Goju-Ryu Karate Club offers instruction in Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate. Okinawan Goju-Ryu, as taught in the International Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate Do Federation (IOGKF), is considered a traditional karate style because it can trace its lineage straight back to the founder, Chojun Miyagi Sensei. Organisations such as the IOGKF are dedicated to preserving their art in its original ... Read more form as handed down by their founder. Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate emphasises a wide range of karate techniques appropriate to all levels of training. The Traditional framework within which the training is placed provides an environment that cultivates personal strengths. Sessions include strength and fitness exercises, basic karate techniques, pad work, self defence applications, sparring and kata. Anyone interested in finding out what Goju-Ryu Karate is about is encouraged to attend a training ...

A world-first eco-sanctuary home to some of NZ's most endangered native animals, including tuatara, kiwi and giant wētā, all living wild just ten minutes from downtown Wellington.

We provide a range of support activities for neonatal families.

Tiger eye jewellery & beads is all about having fun, learning new skills, and creating fashionable jewellery to suit anyone’s budget. We love creating a great selection of locally made and designed jewellery for our store – bright and beautiful. Visit our website to start your boutique shopping experience now. By the Way: we specialise in fashion jewellery repairs and making.

Cabnolen's Cafe is a home-operated business, sorry there's no store (yet), I specialise in custom ordered cakes made of buttercream and not fondant. I enjoy baking, especially for other people! I welcome orders from Wellington, and love a challenge! Please feel free to leave reviews if you've ever had my baking :) Ideally 1 wk pre-orders, birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations, weddings!

Piano and theory lessons for all levels from beginners to advanced with an experienced registered teacher. Dr Rachel Thomson DMA, BA, FTCL, LRSM, AIRMT. See FaceBook: Rachel Thomson Piano Studio *Studio currently full for 2017*

KidzStuff Theatre is a non-profit theatre company that has been producing holiday shows for children in Wellington for the last 15 years. We use plays written or adapted by NZ playwrights and professional cast and crew. Our shows are suitable for children aged 2 - 10 and always contain plenty of song, dance, audience participation and lots of comedy for children and adults alike. KidzStuff runs three shows per year, during each of the mid year school holidays. The shows' running times are approx. ... Read more 45- 50 minutes. Fun for the whole family!

NEW! Don't miss our new extension Window into Workshop! Address: Corner of Camperdown Rd and Weka St, Miramar, Wellington Directions (By bus, car or foot)! Hours: Seven Days a Week, 9am - 5:30pm Driving? 20 minutes from central Wellington. Free street parking. For buses, we have a dedicated drop off and pick up point outside the Weta Cave on Camperdown Road. If this space happens to be full, buses can alternatively drop off visitors on Darlington Road. Visitors can then use the pedestrian crossing. For ... Read more private vehicles, parking is available in the surrounding streets, within 5 minutes walk. Bus route 2: Get off at Camperdown Rd Groups of 10 or more: Please call in advance to make bookings. Entry: Free (except Window into Workshop) Experience The Weta Cave Come and visit the Weta Cave in Miramar, Wellington. The Weta Cave screens a first-ever behind-the-scenes look at Weta and interviews with Weta co-founders Peter Jackson, Richard Taylor, Tania Rodger and Jamie Selkirk. We give you exclusive ...

we offer courses and private lessons as well as wedding dance tuition in Argentine Tango, Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Zouk and other styles of latin dance. Alex was trained mainly in Argentina, and has been teaching dance around New Zealand since 1997. He teaches various Latin-American dance styles including folklore, Cuban Salsa, Rueda, and his speciality the Argentine Tango, as well as more recently Bachata and Zouk and linear Salsa and since 2008 has been helping with the operations of Wellington's ... Read more longest running dance studio party, since 1994, 'The Salsadrome, Zoukarama and Tango Milonga' a fortnightly dance event. Alex is great at getting you up and dancing fast with a balance between technique and moves.

Based in Wellington, New Zealand, Wellington United AFC boasts one of the finest natural playing surfaces in Wellington known as Newtown Park. The Wellington United Club Rooms has a bar, Sky TV, and kitchen facilities. Of course, we also have all the essentials such as 4 changing rooms, showers, referees room and a medical room. The mighty Grandstand provides a great vantage point for spectators, while when the chilly Welly weather shows up - the heaters in the clubrooms provide some welcomed ... Read more warmth :) Newtown Park is an impressive pitch with a sand carpet surface and excellent drainage - the pitch is well able to withstand the rigours of a Wellington winter. The No 1 field is surrounded by the only all-weather running track in the region and was upgraded in 2012. Newtown No 2 (top field) is the training base of the Wellington Phoenix. We support and provide Junior, Youth, Senior Men and Women's football (soccer) at all levels. We have over 600 members with 14 Senior Teams ...

We are a hands-on cooking school that has been running for more than 10 years. It is a BYO Cooking School where you make your own Asian dinner, then sit down and enjoy it. It’s like going out to dinner with a twist, you have to do the cooking. It’s something different. Something fun for all ages of people to do and also learn about Asian cooking and spices and sauces.

Welcome to the home of Wellington Cycling! If you’re new to cycling, or have been riding for years, PNP has something to offer you… either on the road, track or mountain biking. The club holds Road Cycling for all grades from July to March, Track Racing takes place from November to March on Sunday evenings with training on weekday evenings with various sessions for the youngest to oldest, and in spring we run a Mountain Bike Series on some of the best trails in the country. PNP is one of ... Read more New Zealand's oldest cycling clubs (we’ve been around since 1926!), and is affiliated to Cycling NZ and Mountain Bike NZ. Newsletters PNP Weekly News: click here to subscribe to a weekly round up of road, MTB and track news from the PNP Club plus information on other local social rides, races and working bees. Trackie News: click here to subscribe for regular track cycling updates, reports and photos from the Burkes Cycles Speed League and Wellington Velodrome. Social Media MTB: facebook ...

Guitar, Drumming, Bass, Ukulele and Band lessons for beginner-high intermediate students who live in and around Wadestown, Wellington.