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School Holiday Programs
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Little Chefs Cook School Holiday Programmes January 2010

www.littlechefs.co.nz  www.bramly.co.nz  Tel 624 6366

Little Chefs programmes are held at Level 2, 305A Remuera Rd, Remuera, Auckland

Little Chefs Fresh Summer Baking
Ages: 6-14
Option A: 18-19 Jan 10-3pm
Option B: 25-26 Jan 10-3pm

Little Chefs Top Chef Cooking!
Ages: 10-15 27-28 Jan 10-3pm

Bramly Art & Creative Studio Holiday Programmes January 2010
www.bramly.co.nz Tel 624 6366

Bramly creative programmes are at Level 2, 305A Remuera Rd, Remuera, Auckland

Robin Hood, Dracula and Pretty Maidens Art
Ages: 5-14
Option A: 20-21 Jan 10-3pm
Option B: 27-28 Jan 10-3pm

Soft Toy Creature Creations: A gift of friendship
Ages: 6-14 25-26 Jan 10-3pm

Fashion Design: Summer Collection!
Ages: 9-16 20-21 Jan 10am-3pm

A Drawing Workshop: Old and New
Ages: 5-14 22 Jan 10-3pm

Join us for a really great quality experience!


'Visit
www.hippo.co.nz for dates and full course descriptions'

*ANIMAL CARE WORKSHOPS*
*THIS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS*
The* JPK Animal Care Workshop* is a unique experience for kids who love animals. Designed by a zoologist and taught by vet nurses, students learn practical animal care and handling skills at the Animal Learning Centre,
Herne Bay.

Students will get up close with a range of pets including *lizards, chinchillas, frogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, rats, tropical fish, axolotls, newts, mice, turtles*, *puppies* and lots more! Also covers animal careers and animal health. Ages 8+

The *‘Junior Petkeeper Safari’* is especially for our younger students up to 7 years.

We also run an *advanced class* for our graduates.

*Januray 2010 HOLIDAY WORKSHOP DATES:***

*Junior Petkeeper Safari for up to 7yrs ($49, 1.5hr workshop)*

Wednesday 13th 1 – 2.30pm

Wednesday 20th 1 – 2.30

Thursday 28th 10 – 11.30

*JPK Animal Care Workshops (2 day workshop) 8-14yrs ($125, 6 hrs total)*

11-12th Monday/Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30pm daily

14-15th Thursday/Friday 9.30 - 12.30pm daily

18-19th Monday/Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30pm daily

18-19th Monday/Tuesday 1.30 - 4.30pm daily

21-22nd Thursday/Friday 9.30 – 12.30 daily

21-22nd Thursday/Friday 1.30 – 4.30 daily

25-26th Monday/Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30 daily

25-26th Monday/Tuesday 1.30 – 4.30 daily

*JPK Animal Care Workshop 201 (Part 2, 2 day workshop 8-14yrs $125, 6 hrs
total)*

28-29th Thursday/Friday 1.30 - 4.30pm daily

*Holiday workshop bookings - ph Sally at Oracle Education on 09 376 2024,
email sally@oracle.ac.nz  or visit www.hippo.co.nz  for more information.*

*We also offer IN-SCHOOL WORKSHOPS for all levels from EC to secondary ***
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ORACLE EDUCATION
Incorporating
www.hippo.co.nz  NZ's Nature and Science Discovery Centre Oracle Animal Care Workshops
300 Richmond Road
Grey Lynn
Auckland
Ph 09 376 2024 Fax 09 376 2022
www.hippo.co.nz 

Looking for a summer holiday project?
Why not become a local history detective?
First assignment: Check out your local museum or library and see what you can find about your street, road, community or holiday place.
To do this you need to look in the phone book for details of where they are and when they are open over the holidays.
Clue: When there, look out for yellow pieces of paper.

Second assignment: Keep an eye on a couple of websites where you should find some more ideas and clues. Click on the council’s one www.franklindistrict.co.nz then ‘Plans & Policies’, Index’, ‘Heritage Strategy.’ Or the library one www.bookinopolis.co.nz  ‘Heritage’.

Third assignment: Contact me for further instructions on what to do with the information you have gathered.

Here are a couple of samples (you will need a version of MS Office or word or adobe Acrobat to open them
MS Word Version & PDF Version

Susanne Stone, Runciman Road, Pukekohe East. My number is in the phone book or e-mail me Stonesnzuk@xtra.co.nz 
Have a fun summer.

2010 SUMMER DRAMA WORKSHOPS

Tuesday 26th January 10—4pm Acting Skills Auditions, Shakespeare, Voice & Stage Skills. Ages 8 to 16 years.

Wednesday 27th January 10—4pm Musical Theatre: Sing & Dance! Learn the song and dance routines from a popular musical. Ages 8 to 16 years.

Thursday 28th January 10—4pm: Improvisation & Street Theatre. A fun day of quick-thinking games & creative drama challenges. Ages 8 to 16 years.

Friday 29th January 10—12pm Junior Drama Workshop. Build confidence, acting skills & teamwork as we explore Animals, Under the sea and Fairytales in a fun drama session created just for the young ones. Ages 5 to 8 years. (Limit 12 places.) Special price $25

Friday 29th January 5—10pm: Cabaret Night! The perfect way to end the summer holidays. Come and spend an evening brushing up your acting skills, creating your own performance items then entertaining each other in a ‘dinner theatre’ style setting—with your favourite Improvisation games thrown in as well. Bring a plate and a friend. Ages 10– 18years.

VENUE: Newtown Community Centre, Rintoul St, Newtown
Numbers will be limited in some workshops, so please book early.
Cost: $70 per Workshop.
Discounts: Only $60 per workshop if you book 2 or more. (Inc family members)
To book or for more info contact:
Manager SuzeTye 0800 227 827 or 027 5353440
suzanne@kids4drama.co.nz or visit
www.kids4drama.co.nz

Fitz Boxing Summer FUN 4 Girlz Holiday Programme (Christchurch)
Grab 2 friends and sign up for a week of girls only boxing training.
Be prepared to LAUGH! You and 2 friends will train together, going through the most FUN parts of a real boxing training camp!
It's non contact (ie only YOU will be doing the punching!) If you enjoy dance, aerobics.
Or laughing hard – then this summer program is for you! GREAT for confidence and co-ordination.
Run by NZ Women's Olympic Boxing coach Paul "Fitzy" Fitzsimons.
Girls Only (ages 13-18). Price $99 for the week or 3 payments of $35.00

Just the Facts
· Session run at Pro-Fitness, Moorhouse Avenue (Harvey Norman Centre), Christchurch
· Sessions run between 10:00am and 5:00pm daily
· Run over 5 consecutive days
· Each session is 45min of fun packed boxing training
· GREAT for confidence and co-ordination
· Girls Only
· Ages 13 - 18 years
· Register in groups of 3 friends
· Bookings essential
· Price $99 for the week or 3 payments of $35.00
· FREE "Fitz Boxing - Summer FUN 4 Girlz" drink bottle
· Run by NZ Women's Olympic Boxing Coach Paul "Fitzy" Fitzsimons
· Non Contact
· AWESOME FUN!
Summer Program Contact:
Phyllis Bunt
03 963 6363
www.summerfun4girlz.com
Fitz Boxing Contact:
Wayne Vaega (Director of Fitz Boxing Limited)
021 0236 8516
Visit
www.summerfun4girlz.com for more info.

Pump Dance Studios is a dance company promoting modern dance styles throughout New Zealand, such as hip hop and funk. With Pump Dance crews performing and teaching in Wellington schools plus weekly dance classes for all ages and abilities at various locations throughout the city, there is something for everyone.
If you would like to try out a Pump Dance class, check out the timetable to find one that suits you.
Pump Dance Studios is offering hip hop workshops to school holiday programes this summer.
We have professional hip hop tutors, who have taught hundreds of workshops for all ages and abilities, with great results.
Generally we find kids get really excited about learning hip hop and love learning how to dance battle etc. We can either come to your venue, or you are welcome to make a daytrip of it and come to our dance studios where we have sprung floors, wall to wall mirrors and big stereo systems.

If you would like any further information about our hip hop workshops, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Kind regards.

Libby Calder

Director
PUMP DANCE STUDIOS
T: (04) 472 0703
M: 027 437 3508
E: libby@pumpdance.com

School Holiday Programs from Te Kohanga School

Maxwells Golf Retreat Learn to Play Golf
 
Call or email to book your place. School term coaching also available. Phone 236 0911, fax 236 0977.
205B Ingram Road, Ramarama.

Twin Oaks Driving Range
The European Tour Player, Stephanie Alderlieste, will again be running a 2 day Holiday Golf Programme during the school holidays at Twin Oaks Driving Range, Paerata. Bookings are essential as places are limited.
Dates 29th and 30th September from 11.30-1.30pm.
To register call in at Twin Oaks Golf Range, or phone 239 1817, or call Stephanie mob 027 2467911
The cost is $40 per day, or $75 for both days payment made with the booking please. The programme includes both days:
1 hour professional coaching with Stephanie, set meal with drink, 30 minutes free practice, quiz on rules and competition.
Equipment can be supplied (bring your own clubs if you have them).

FRANKLIN RIDING SCHOOL, Runciman Road, Pukekohe.
We will teach you how to ride and care for a pony. Two and a half hour after school programme available, as well as weekend classes and holiday courses. You do not need your own horse, learn on ours, but if you do own your own horse, they are very welcome. After school pick up available until 5.30pm. Phone Eric on 239 1173 for more information.

AUCKLAND MUSEUM SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
The museum has several different things happening during the school holidays.
Night at Auckland Museum Wonderland: The Hunt for the Spitfire Orchid. Come armed with a torch and your imagination.
Dangerous Museum for Boys and Girls. Take a dangerous trail around the Museum and discover heroic tales of adventure.
Wonderland: The Mystery of the Orchid. Kids can step into a wonderland of interative experiences and storytelling to explore the mysterious orchid.
Roll In, Roll Out Activities. Kids can get creative with our cool craft activities.
For more information check news@aucklandmuseum.com

HOLIDAY TENNIS PROGRAMME
Counties Tennis Centre, West Street, Pukekohe.
Cost: $80 for 4 days, discount for family groups
$144 for 2, or $204 for 3.
Contacting Rod Macgregor on 235 7578 or 021 1633883, or email macsden@xtra.co.nz. Bring sports shoes, morning and afternoon tea. Can supply racquets.

Holiday Program- Te Hihi School
Check out the link
http://www.skids.co.nz/site/skidsltd/files/Papakura%20Septhol09.pdf
WINZ/OSCAR Subsidies/
Daily pickups if needed

Contact Sanjeev 095339452 or 0276630305
Email tehihi@skids.co.nz for details

 

School Holiday Tennis programme
at www.smashtennis.co.nz
located at Belmont Park Racquets Club.
Virginia Cattell
3 Lansdowne Street
Bayswater
Auckland 0622
Tel: (09) 446 3373
Mob: (021) 40 20 80

 

Bramly Art & Creative School:
Awesome art and other creative school holiday programmes for kids in Auckland!
Our programmes rock! Come and enjoy a fabulous experience based around
themes kids love!
www.bramly.co.nz http://www.bramly.co.nz/  Tel: 624 6366

 

Little Chefs Cook School & Parties!
Wonderful cooking school holiday programmes for fun loving kids in Auckland!
Come and enjoy a fabulous kids cooking experience with Little Chefs cook
school. Our programs are all about kids having fun and learning heaps!
We specialize in teaching kids to know and enjoy cooking!

www.littlechefs.co.nz  http://www.littlechefs.co.nz/ 
Tel: 624 6366
 

Kidactive
Kidactive have over 100 different activities for children
Contact Lucy Fitzgerald for details or visit our website
0800 543 2284 II
info@kidactive.co.nz  www.kidactive.co.nz

 

'KIDS Domain'
Holiday Programme in Stokes Valley and Lower Hutt, Wellington
age range 5-13yrs
Child Youth and Family approved
WINZ OSCAR subsidies
prices from $20.00/day
email: kidsdomain@slingshot.co.nz

 

'SUMMER SCHOOL'
Dance Workshops at The Dance House Performing Arts Centre, Oak Lane, Judea, Tauranga.
American Jazz, Musical Theatre, Hip Hop, also Contemporary Dance with Zoe Watson from TVNZ's "So you think you can dance".
Register www.thedancehouse.info Ph 928-1000 or a/h 577-1613.
Email catherineb@thedancehouse.info

 

'LIMITZERO OSCAR' Holiday Programme
Photography, learn the basics of macro photography
Create a set of 3 photo blocks
Cost $35 per day
For 8 -13yrs
Operates 8:15am - 5:30pm Whangarei Intermediate

LIMITZERO
CREATIVE Your UNLIMITED POTENTIAL
PROGRAMME COORDINATOR
Anna Franklin
021 270 0277
www.limitzero.co.nz

Vivid Life Photography

Here at Vivid Life Photography we do cool, colorful photo-shoots for kids and their adults, 7 days a week.
Come along to our studio and you will have one of our professional photographers capture moments of you together playing, dancing and generally having a good time.

We can get pictures of you playing by yourselves, or in a sea of bubbles, maybe among colorful balloons and balls!
Also you can bring your favorite things to the shoot with you, including music, or maybe your favorite cats and dogs !

Be sure to wear lots of colour, and bring your smile too :)
The pictures will amaze you !
Visit our site to find out about how you can get a photo-shoot and framed portrait for only $50.
Come be a star these holidays !
www.vividpix.co.nz
8 Crummer Road, Ponsonby, Auckland (09) 360 6575, Wellington (04) 939 6070
Email Us
HERE

 

HOLIDAY CAMPS

 

ADVENTURES WITHIN Ltd

April School Holiday Programme 2008-9-9-9
Denise Awhimate
Adventures Within Ltd
Po Box 36366 Northcote
Auckland, New Zealand
Email: info@adventureswithin.co.nz
Web: www.adventureswithin.co.nz
Ph: +649 4195644 Fax: +649 4195643

 

SONRISE STATION

Glen Murray Holiday Horse Camps
Contact; Sharon Fieten @ Sonrise Station 09-233-3181
Check out all the details on our Website
www.sonrise-station.org.nz

1 Leaders Training - $70 - 28 30 Sept
2 Spring Holiday camp - $180 - 2 6 Oct
3 Labor w/end (18yr + ) - $150 19 22 Oct
4 Parent Child camp - $160 pair 9 11 Nov
5 Trail rider camp (10 15 yrs) - $120 -23 25 Nov
6 Summer Holiday camp - $180 16 20 Dec

 

Adventurous Minds NZ HOLIDAY CAMPS
Ngatuhoa Lodge Camps:
Join us for a fun-filled week at Ngatuhoa Lodge, nestled in the native forest of the Kaimai Ranges. We have a huge range of activities for 6 - 15 year olds!!

* FLYING FOX * ABSEILING * INDOOR GAMES * TEAM BUILDING * KAYAKING * ORIENTEERING * WATERFALL WALKS * CONFIDENCE COURSE * NIGHT ACTIVITIES * BURMA TRAILS *
SWIMMING * * TUBING * & MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!!
Shorter overnight trips to Ngatuhoa Lodge are also available
PLUS: Spend a day learning to surf at Mt Maunganui: $15.00 per person for residential campers.

A camp for the ENTIRE FAMILY! Who said adventure camps were just for the kids? Join us for a few days or a full week of fun-filled, family adventures!

We are looking for adventurous families interested in attending a family camp. Dates, prices and activities will be confirmed once interested parties have contacted us and personal preferences are known.

Adventurous Minds NZ
11 Bellfield Place,
Tauranga,
New Zealand
info@adventurousmindsnz.com
www.adventurousmindsnz.com

 

YMCA WAIWERA LODGE School Holiday Programme 

School Holiday Programmes For children aged 7 13 $175.

Programme includes:

Sea Kayaking, Crazy Games, Beach Fun, Burma trail,

Glow Worms, Mud Running, Hot Pools, Day Hikes and Rock Walking, Rock Climbing and Archery.

For more information please call: Paul Taylor (09) 427 9219 e-mail: waiwera@nzymca.com

YMCA Making the Difference

 

Y-Outdoors
School Holiday Camps
Spend your School Holidays at any of our three great camps.
YMCA Waiwera Lodge, YMCA Shakespear Lodge or YMCA Camp Adair

Programme could include:
Kayaking, Campfire, Mud Running, Canoeing, Mountain Biking, Sailing, High Ropes, Camping out, Hot Pools, Rock Climbing, High Ropes, Archery, Lots of Fun and Games.

For more information please call:
0508 Y-Outdoors
Website: www.y-outdoors.co.nz
YMCA Making the Difference

 

LAKES RANCH ROTORUA
School Holiday Program Horse camp and Kids Camp. More info: Phone 07-350-3010, email: office@lakesranch.org.nz or www.lakesranch.org.nz

 

HOLIDAY CAMPS
Summer Kids/Soccer Camp (age 9-12) Carey Park.
Teen Summer Camp (age 13-17), Peter Snell Youth Village, Whangaparoa
More info 09 8370494 or www.careypark.org.nz 
 

Teen Adventure Plus Camp: (Ages 13-17 / School Class yr 9 - yr 13). Come and join us for an outstanding long weekend of adventure in Puhoi, including high ropes, the leap of faith, bush walking, and more
Contact us for an application form: (09) 837-0494, or book online at: www.careypark.org.nz

 

TOTARA SPRINGS
Midgets Camp for school Yr2-4 $110
Kids Camp for School Year 5-8 $130
Outdoor Extreme Camp for school year
More info contact Rachael 09 8884700

 

TOTARA SPRINGS CHRISTIAN CENTRE
Camp Yr 5-8, $140. Rock climbing, go-carting, swimming, hydrosliding etc.
www.totarasprings.org.nz Phone 07 8884700

 

Kauaeranga Valley Christian Camp: Are holding Holiday Camps for children 7 - 12 year olds there is only one camp and spaces are limited book early. Registration form and more information is available from most school offices. Visit their website http://www.kvcc.org.nz
Telephone +64 7 868 8348 - Director's residence
Fax +64 7 868 5047 Email: kvcc@maxnet.co.nz
Mail 304 Kauaeranga Valley Road, RD2 Thames 3577, North Island, NEW ZEALAND

 

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

 

MISSION BAY WATERSPORTS
CHRISTMAS PROGRAMES 2008-9-9 10-16YRS
KIDS HOLIDAY WINDSURF CLINIC (4 DAY COURSE 2 HOURS PER DAY)
Land simulator training, loads of windsurfing, beach activities windsurf races and prizes.

Learn to tune a sail, stack out and pick the weather conditions just like a pro.
Banana tube rides, exercise, adventure and learning of the ocean environment are just some of the things students will learn. Wetsuits and equipment are all included.
Price; $175
Ages 10-16
Times: 10am -12 Tue 16 December - Fri 19
or Mon 22nd December - friday 26th (not including Christmas day)

 

JET SKI OPERATORS COURSE- Mission Bay Watersports AGES: 12 - 100 years.
Learn to run, operate and maintain a jet ski. learn about the ocean environment and how to jet ski safely. Also covers towing and includes awsome banana tube rides,
basic navagation, exercise and Ohh, by the way loads of jet skiing, turns and cool moves.
N.B. Children under 15 years are not permitted to operate a jet ski on their own but will benefit greatly from the course and will not miss out on having as much fun.
Price: $225
Ages: 12 -100
Times: 10:00-12:00 Tue16 December - Fri. 19
or 22nd- 26th (but not christmas day)


KAYAK ADVENTURE COURSE
Casual one day courses from December 15 - Jan 23
Learn to kayak into infinity and beyond, learn of ocean environment and how to
become a strong, smooth kayaker. includes free lunch and drinks. Also includes loads
of exercise and full time care. Kids will get special rides including waterbike, banana
tube or jet ski rides. Oh and loads of hanging at the beach.
Cost per day $85.00 AGES 9 - 15yrs. Weekdays only.
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WHAT TO BRING: wetsuit if you have one, we will provide if you dont have one,
warm jacket, togs on under cloths, sunblock, hat, towel, medication.
ABOUT: In case of high winds course may be held at Okahu Bay 15mins walk along
the bays towards the city. Safety plan assessed operation, Windsurfing New Zealand
Accredited, on water ratios not exceeding prescribed ratios. life jackets and wetsuits
provided. Safe, shallow water bay/beach operation. long time general manager Ryan
Pausina 23yrs sailing Exp. 14 years professional coaching experience. coastguard
regulated and certified operation.


AE Fun Park
203 Hayward Rd, Whangarei
We are a outdoor adventure park 15 min south of whangarei with Paintball, go-karts and clay-bird shooting, target shooting.
Paintball from $10 pp, go-karts from $10 pp, day or half day school holiday packages from $35.
Ph 4323534 email bookings@aefun.co.nz  web http://aefun.co.nz

 

SNOWPLANET
Snow-planet, offering a winter wonderland experience just 20 minutes north of the Bridge, is proud to support our school and offers great deals for families and kids during the April school holidays. The popular 5 day kids school holiday programme comes with one lesson a day including rental equipment and kids meal voucher and is a great way to learn new snow-sport skills in a fun and active environment. To book call Snow-planet 09 4270044, first 100 bookings receive a FREE family pass, valued at $129. Families also get a BONUS hour for FREE when having fun in the snow with the $99 family pass (2 adults and up to 2 kids) only these April school holidays. Visit Snowplanets website www.snowplanet.co.nz for more.

 

VERTICAL PLAYGROUND - we are an indoor rock climbing facility in Whangarei.
It costs $10 for children under the age of 12yrs and $13 for students.
There is no time limit for this activity.
Our address is 35b Southend Ave, Whangarei
Website:
www.verticalplayground.co.nz
ph (09) 4302481
This is a great indoor activity for the kids during the school holidays

 

HORSE RIDING LESSONS
Franklin Riding School offers riding lessons for all ages and abilities.
Learn to ride and care for a pony in our after school programme or take your lessons in the weekends.
We have horses and ponies for you to ride, so you don't need your own.
School Holiday courses available.
3 minutes from the Bombay exit.
See our website www.franklinridingschool.co.nz  Phone Erin 09-239-1173
 

 

KIWI ROCK CLIMBING
This is a great introductory experience into Rock Climbing and Abseiling. 

Get to experience the real thing while learning new skills and building your own self-esteem and confidence.
 
No previous experience necessary.

Ages       9 15 years

Time               9.00am 4.00pm daily

Cost               $120.00

Phone now for an information pack on 09-268-0661 or email us: kiwirockclimbing@xtra.co.nz

SEE YOU THERE!

 

Nikau Caves Visit Franklins Awesome Limestone Caves and see mighty Stalagmites and Stalactites, and thousands of glow worms imitating the stars. Visit our Webpage HERE

 

Meremere to Rangiriri River Trail Part of  Te Araroa (the long trail).
The object of this project is to put in place a Hiking Trail the length of New Zealand by 2008-9.
They are hoping to start the "Mercer to Meremere" section soon.
Check out the website for tramping suggestions and maps.
HERE
{We do warn people that the river is dangerous and that children must be closely supervised.
When the river is in flood this track is not suitable - even if it is above normal river levels but not flood levels. If walkers encounter flood waters they should turn back
}

 

"The Pukemiro Line" The Bush Tramway Club Inc.
The Bush Tramway Club consists of a group of people from all walks of life who have come together to rescue and preserve items of interest to the previously neglected sphere of bush tramways and industrial railways in New Zealand. Visit us HERE
 

The Amazing Maze n Maize: Te Kauwhata Visit HERE

Riding Lessons Tiny tots a specialty.  Phone Keryn  on 232-8416 

Sunset Coast Waiuku BMX Club: Its BMX time.  Sunset Coast Waiuku track, Collingwood Road, Waiuku.
For more information phone Sandie Mackie on 2389655 or Wendy Hendry on 2385033. 

SPORTS ACTIVITIES

 

TEAM SPIRIT Aerobics Camp

Train With A Champion Aerobics Camp
For girls aged 8-17years
Location: Northcote Intermediate
An awesome opportunity to train with NZ's best aerobics coaches and athletes!
For more information check out our website
HERE

http://www.teamspiritaerobics.co.nz/Team%20Spirit/Training%20Camps.html

Summer Soccer Camp
Looking for something different for your children to do these school holidays?
To register or for more information please contact Krystina Costello (021) 297-0101 or via e-mail krystina_costello@ihug.co.nz

 

HOLIDAY SWIMMING LESSONS
Learners to technique improvement. Weeks. Half hour lessons, 3 children per class, heated, covered pool. Fully qualified instructors. Phone Sue 09 2388956.
 

GYMSPORT/REC CENTRE BRUCE PULMAN PARK
Holiday programme. Ages 6-13yrs, 9am-3pm. Enroll online www.gymsport.co.nz  or call 09 2950720.  preschool gymnastics, gymnastics for beginners and advanced, trampoline, sports aerobics, birthday parties and rhythmic gymnastics.

 

Gymsport & Recreation Centre School Holiday Programme
Four days only of thrilling activities in our fun and friendly gymnasium. Activities include gymnastics, trampoline, games, crafts and challenges. The programme is for 6-13 years of age, costing $25.00 per day. for full information please check out our website: www.gymsport.nz or telephone us on 295 0720.

 

COUNTIES MANUKAU BADMINTON ASSOCIATION

Venue: Elliot Street Papakura

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

9am to 12pm (beginners)

1pm to 4pm (Improvers- 12 months Club Play)

COST: $35.00 per person

Please complete form in last newsletter and post, fax or drop into badminton hall office: P.O. Box 72-431 Papakura ph: 092998042, Fax 09-2998046

 

PUKEKOHE GYMNASTIC CLUB
Holiday programme Kindy 2-4yrs Tuesdays, Thursday 9.15-10am $5 per session. School children. $12 per session. Popcorn break. A & P Showgrounds, Station Road, Pukekohe Bookings 2388290, pukekohegym@xtra.co.nz


COUNTIES TENNIS HOLIDAY COACHING:
To promote junior tennis Counties Tennis Centre West St Pukekohe. Ph:09-2357578 or 021-1633883
Winter Coaching: May 28th, June 11th & 18th, 30th July, 6th & 13th August time to be arranged

 

MORRY DOIGE SWIMMING
Contact Morry for swimming lesson times 09 2386783

 

Onewhero Golf Club Juniors
Kids Golf: Coaching for children aged 7-13 at Onewhero Golf Club.
Inquiries to Kathryn Burton 2334119.

 

Pukekohe Gymnastic Club Inc School Holiday programmes

Kindy gym 10.30 11.30 $5.00 per session

School age  9.30-11.30am $10.00 per session

Gym Club A& P Showground's book on 238-8290

 

Franklin Aquatic Centre, Swim School
Learn from the best. For all ages and abilities, Franklin Swimsation has its own childrens teaching pool for children to learn in a safe, confident environment.
For information on our excellent Swim School, simply phone Glenda on Ph (09) 238 8088.

Kids Programs
Holiday programmes and after school care, craft and sports programmes and lots more for term and holiday time.
Opening Times
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 6.00am to 8.00pm
Tuesday,  6.00am to 9.00pm
Weekends and Public Holidays, 9.00am to 5.00pm
Closed Christmas Day, New Years Day, Good Friday. Anzac Day, 1.00 pm to 5.00pm
Crche Available
Pricing, Casual Visit = $2.00 10 Visits = $15
Hours, Monday to Friday, 9.15am to 10.45am. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9.15am to 11.45am.

 

ALL OTHER ACTIVITIES

'Visit
www.hippo.co.nz for dates and full course descriptions'

*ANIMAL CARE WORKSHOPS*
*THIS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS*
The* JPK Animal Care Workshop* is a unique experience for kids who love animals. Designed by a zoologist and taught by vet nurses, students learn practical animal care and handling skills at the Animal Learning Centre,
Herne Bay.

Students will get up close with a range of pets including *lizards, chinchillas, frogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, rats, tropical fish, axolotls, newts, mice, turtles*, *puppies* and lots more! Also covers animal careers and animal health. Ages 8+

The *‘Junior Petkeeper Safari’* is especially for our younger students up to 7 years.

We also run an *advanced class* for our graduates.

*Januray 2010 HOLIDAY WORKSHOP DATES:***

*Junior Petkeeper Safari for up to 7yrs ($49, 1.5hr workshop)*

Wednesday 13th 1 – 2.30pm

Wednesday 20th 1 – 2.30

Thursday 28th 10 – 11.30

*JPK Animal Care Workshops (2 day workshop) 8-14yrs ($125, 6 hrs total)*

11-12th Monday/Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30pm daily

14-15th Thursday/Friday 9.30 - 12.30pm daily

18-19th Monday/Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30pm daily

18-19th Monday/Tuesday 1.30 - 4.30pm daily

21-22nd Thursday/Friday 9.30 – 12.30 daily

21-22nd Thursday/Friday 1.30 – 4.30 daily

25-26th Monday/Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30 daily

25-26th Monday/Tuesday 1.30 – 4.30 daily

*JPK Animal Care Workshop 201 (Part 2, 2 day workshop 8-14yrs $125, 6 hrs
total)*

28-29th Thursday/Friday 1.30 - 4.30pm daily

*Holiday workshop bookings - ph Sally at Oracle Education on 09 376 2024,
email sally@oracle.ac.nz  or visit www.hippo.co.nz  for more information.*

*We also offer IN-SCHOOL WORKSHOPS for all levels from EC to secondary ***
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ORACLE EDUCATION
Incorporating
www.hippo.co.nz  NZ's Nature and Science Discovery Centre Oracle Animal Care Workshops
300 Richmond Road
Grey Lynn
Auckland
Ph 09 376 2024 Fax 09 376 2022
www.hippo.co.nz

Fitz Boxing Summer FUN 4 Girlz Holiday Programme (Christchurch)
Grab 2 friends and sign up for a week of girls only boxing training.
Be prepared to LAUGH! You and 2 friends will train together, going through the most FUN parts of a real boxing training camp!
It's non contact (ie only YOU will be doing the punching!) If you enjoy dance, aerobics.
Or laughing hard – then this summer program is for you! GREAT for confidence and co-ordination.
Run by NZ Women's Olympic Boxing coach Paul "Fitzy" Fitzsimons.
Girls Only (ages 13-18). Price $99 for the week or 3 payments of $35.00

Just the Facts
· Session run at Pro-Fitness, Moorhouse Avenue (Harvey Norman Centre), Christchurch
· Sessions run between 10:00am and 5:00pm daily
· Run over 5 consecutive days
· Each session is 45min of fun packed boxing training
· GREAT for confidence and co-ordination
· Girls Only
· Ages 13 - 18 years
· Register in groups of 3 friends
· Bookings essential
· Price $99 for the week or 3 payments of $35.00
· FREE "Fitz Boxing - Summer FUN 4 Girlz" drink bottle
· Run by NZ Women's Olympic Boxing Coach Paul "Fitzy" Fitzsimons
· Non Contact
· AWESOME FUN!
Summer Program Contact:
Phyllis Bunt
03 963 6363
www.summerfun4girlz.com
Fitz Boxing Contact:
Wayne Vaega (Director of Fitz Boxing Limited)
021 0236 8516
Visit
www.summerfun4girlz.com for more info.

Pump Dance Studios is a dance company promoting modern dance styles throughout New Zealand, such as hip hop and funk. With Pump Dance crews performing and teaching in Wellington schools plus weekly dance classes for all ages and abilities at various locations throughout the city, there is something for everyone.
If you would like to try out a Pump Dance class, check out the timetable to find one that suits you.
Pump Dance Studios is offering hip hop workshops to school holiday programes this summer.
We have professional hip hop tutors, who have taught hundreds of workshops for all ages and abilities, with great results.
Generally we find kids get really excited about learning hip hop and love learning how to dance battle etc. We can either come to your venue, or you are welcome to make a daytrip of it and come to our dance studios where we have sprung floors, wall to wall mirrors and big stereo systems.

If you would like any further information about our hip hop workshops, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Kind regards.

Libby Calder

Director
PUMP DANCE STUDIOS
T: (04) 472 0703
M: 027 437 3508
E: libby@pumpdance.com

 

"StarFishMagic" presents
A unique and highly interactive show with live music, original songs and dances!
DAILY.
$7.50 per person (under 2s FREE) $5 per person for groups of 8 or more
Western Springs Community Garden Hall
956 Great North Rd, Western Springs, Auckland
(next to Valentines restaurant) Lots of parking.
Phones: 09-827-2300,021-023-15184
BOOKINGS: info@starfishmagic.com

Vivid Life Photography
Here at Vivid Life Photography we do cool, colorful photo-shoots for kids and their adults, 7 days a week.
Come along to our studio and you will have one of our professional photographers capture moments of you together playing, dancing and generally having a good time.
We can get pictures of you playing by yourselves, or in a sea of bubbles, maybe among colorful balloons and balls!
Also you can bring your favorite things to the shoot with you, including music, or maybe your favorite cats and dogs !
Be sure to wear lots of colour, and bring your smile too :)
The pictures will amaze you !
Visit our site to find out about how you can get a photo-shoot and framed portrait for only $50.
Come be a star these holidays !
www.vividpix.co.nz
8 Crummer Road, Ponsonby, Auckland (09) 360 6575, Wellington (04) 939 6070
Email Us
HERE

Auckland Community Learning Centre
We run a holiday programme each school holidays.
We have full CYF and OSCAR support and subsidies are available for parents.
For any more information feel free to contact me.
Josh Subramaniam
Auckland Community Learning Centre
Ph: 09 6388780
Enroll Online www.aclc.co.nz 
http://www.aclc.co.nz

http://www.aclc.co.nz/holiday-programmes.php

Papakura Recreation and Fitness Centre.
Kids activities
* Holiday programmes
* Basketball
* Netball
* Gymnastics
* Badminton
* Multi-sports
* Music and dance
* Fitness and strength
* After school care

Address: 294 Great South Road, Auckland Postal: 294 Great South Rd, Auckland
Phone: 09 298 6852 Fax: 09 298 6852 E-mail:
papakurarec@clmnz.co.nz

http://clmnz.co.nz/papakura

 

V8 EXPERIENCE Ltd
6 Laurelwood Ave,
Pukekohe 2021
Phone: 027-281-0391
Email: v8experience@xtra.co.nz

Introducing our V8 SIMULATOR
Great for business, team building, customers, staff functions, friends & family get together, public events and fundraising.
The Simulator is fully mobile so we can come to a place that suits you.
We need to be within 20 meters of power (no extension leads), with a 15 amp fuse or a 6 kva generator, also at this time of the year we require some sort of cover as we are unable to operate in the rain.
We also do public events such as car shows, home shows and of course race meetings.
If you have any questions or would like more information on booking this great machine, just drop us aq line or give Kim Clarke a call on Phone: 027-281-0391 or Email: v8experience@xtra.co.nz

 

Children's School Holiday Painting Workshops in Kerikeri.
Phone Diana 09 4318383
~ Also in; ~ AUCKLAND ~ WARKWORTH & WHANGAREI ~

www.artschoolnz.com

 

CHILDRENS ART SCHOOL APRIL HOLIDAY ART CLASSES:
Painting, Mosaics & Clay.
Venue: Childrens Art School, Creative & Visual Arts Dept, University of Auckland Epsom
Contact Chris Gunnell 09-6238858

THE RAINBOW CONNECTION WAIUKU

The Junior Journey A fun filled and transformative one day workshop for children aged 6-11 years. On this special day kids get to release limiting beliefs and emotional blocks that may be holding them back in their lives and welcome in and experience their own inner lightness, joy and potential.
The Teen Journey for girls 11-15 years. Give your teenager the gift of this amazing day of joy, grace and trust where they will access their own inner wisdom, inner strength and inner beauty. The girls will be empowered to access their true potential letting it radiantly shine onto all areas of their lives and guide them on their emerging journey to womanhood. Info and booking 0508JOURNEY, www.thejourney.com.au or phone Marie Murray 09 2358583

SCHOOL HOLIDAY TRIPS

Let us help you to book holidays, day outings, transport and activities for the School Holidays. Discount vouchers available: Waitomo Glowworm Caves Two adults only $59 or Family Pass $72, Ruakuri Cave 2 adults $89 or Family pass $99, Ruakuri Cave/Waitomo Glowworm Cave Combo 2 adults only $130 or family pass $149. Franklin i-Site Visitor Centres, Mill Rd Bombay Service Centre 2360670, Roulston Lane Pukekohe 2384081 or Queen St Waiuku 2358924


MOTAT SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

Sensational Senses, Interactive programme.  Bookings phone Shelley Osborne 09 8155808. www.motat.org.nz

FUN LANGUAGES SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

Eden Acitivity Centre, 489 Dominion Road, Mt Eden. More info. 09 8456352, 021 2517435 or www.funlanguages.co.nz

GIFTED CHILDREN

Achieveing Potential Seminars for high ability students at Selwyn College. Two programmes Y4-6 and Y7-10. Wide range of workshops: architecture, art history, clowns and fools, chance and destiny, chess, classics and much more. www.holidayseminars.co.nz  or contact course organiser Jean Hendy-Harris at info@holidayseminars.co.nz
 

Nathan Homestead April School Holiday Programme
Nathan Homestead is an Arts Centre in Manukau that includes a theatre, extensive gardens and an elegant historical homestead originally built in 1925. The School Holiday Programme is a popular programme that caters to up to sixty children and has classes and activities for 5-12yrs and 10-14yrs. Each class has a Tutor and Tutor's assistant and has a maximum of 12 participants. Our sessions run from 9am to 3pm and include a one hour supervised lunch break.
For information on this and other activities within the SeptemberSchool Holiday Programme please contact:
Vic Leilua
Programme Coordinator
Nathan Homestead (Manurewa Community Arts Centre)
70 Hill Road, Manurewa, Auckland, New Zealand.
Phone (09) 2670180
Email vleilua@manukau.govt.nz

 

HOLIDAY ART CLASSES
Children's Art School, Faculty of Education, Epsom.
Painting 9-12noon, Wire sculpture 12-3, Clay 12-3pm.
Mon, tues, Wed, thurs 7-13yrs 4-5.30pm, Saturdays 5-13yrs, 9 and 11am.
Phone 09 6238858.

HIGH LEVEL THINKING HOLIDAY COURSES

3 day course. 3D animation, inventions, clay models and high level thinking. 5-9yr olds & 10-15yrs olds, Venue: Auckland. More info 09 6220670
 

MOTAT:
For more information call 0800 MOTAT NZ or go to www.motat.org.nz
Dont miss your only chance to experience The Virtual Room. Exclusive to MOTAT and first time in NZ! Walk on another planet, see how your brain works, go underwater or back in time to visit the dinosaurs!

Bookinopilis:
Reading is Fantastic! A Reading Programme for Children
Join at your Public Library,
You will get the Reading is Fantastic folder - your passport to:
Rewards! Activities! a Finale! and its Free!!!
Bring your Library Card or join the Library.
Reading takes you Anywhere!

 

PUKEKOHE YOUTH CENTRE HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
1 Roulston St Pukekohe. Bookings for programme essential. Cost $5 per day, $3 half day (for ages 7 years and up). Pool, table tennis, indoor bowls, matrix, competitions, health and fitness, painting, trivial pursuit, movies etc. More info contact Khan 09 2385149

 

School Holiday Program. 1 Raulston St, Pukekohe.
Hours open 10 a.m. 6 p.m. or as shown on the Holiday Programme

DAILY ONSITE ENTRY FEE DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS IS $2 PER PERSON PER DAY WITH NO EXCEPTIONS
You will need to book early with Mona at the Youth Centre 09-238-5125 to get your consent forms Ages 10‑15 Bus and Entry fees $15 per person.

IF YOU'RE ARTY, CRAFTY, MUSICAL OR JUST A DRAMA QUEEN [OR KING]
THEN THIS SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME WILL HAVE SOMETHING FOR YOU !

 

Chess: School holiday chess events are being held  at the Franklin Arts Centre.

9.30am 12.00pm for juniors and intermediates (10 years & under)

1.00pm 3.00pm for seniors and experts (10 years and over)

Cost is $2.00 each (maximum $5.00 per family)

 

Franklin Arts and Cultural Centre: We run a school holiday programme.

For more information please phone the centre on 2388899.

 

FRANKLIN ARTS & CULTURAL CENTRE:
Enrolments for the School Holiday Programme are now open, catering for 5 12 year olds, the programme offers a range of activities for children interested in drama, art and craft. Phone Lynda Biffen 2388899 or Fax 2388839 or view www.franklindistrict.co.nz/arts

 

Te Kauwhata School Holiday Programme

Are you interested in a full time Holiday Programme that would look after children from 8.00 am to 5.30 pm, five days per week?  It would cover an age group from 5 14 years
If so please contact Tania on 826 7707

ART CLASSES FOR CHILDREN  Childrens Art School. Auckland College of Education at Epsom in the school holidays. Painting / Dragon Kites. Painting / Clay tile Mirrors Phone 09-6238858 for further information 

SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME MARITIME MUSEUM:
http://www.nzmaritime.org to look at our Education Programes

BOOKINOPOLIS: Public Library's in Pukekohe, Tuakau and Waiuku
Click Here to visit our Website

WAIKATO DISTRICT LIBRARY'S: in Meremere, Te Kauwhata and Huntly.

Onehunga Mini Golf:  If you are looking for a fun activity, great value, that everyone will be able to participate in and enjoy then Mini Golf Onehunga is for you!
 

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