Calling all family detectives! If you love doing challenging things as a family, solving puzzles and mysteries or you just love to try new experiences, then Escape HQ is just what you're after! Escape HQ is Auckland's most premium and immersive real live interactive escape room experience. Teams of up to six people are locked in a room for 60 minutes and must find clues, crack puzzles and solve the crime before time runs out! It's non-stop, adrenalin pumping, brain activity at its best! Current... Read more

Taking music lessons is one of the most rewarding experiences you can undertake. Not only does learning an instrument provide an enjoyable hobby, it has been shown to accelerate brain development and enrich nearly all aspects of life! Choosing the right music teacher for you or your child can be an intimidating process. You want quality teaching, but also the assurance of fun and creative lessons that keep the student excited about music! Here at Sounds Good Music Studio we thrive on offering... Read more

Private Kindergarten for children aged 2-5 years. We offer a choice of morning & afternoon sessions and full day options. Specialised transition to school program. Exceptional high ratios and quality care - plus awesome teachers!! Read more

Step into Thrillzone, Aucklands fun and high-energy activity destination! Located right in the heart of Takapuna, come and play with us indoor and outdoor! We offer an awesome range of exciting and adrenaline-fuelled attractions to choose from perfect for all ages. Enter our Escape Adventure and immerse yourself in a scavenger hunt around the beautiful North Shore. Find the clues and solve the mystery on time. Can you beat the clock? Or try our Indoor Escape Adventure - a new twist of the... Read more

Coding and Robotics After school and School Holiday Programs "Ako" means co-learning or to learn together in Mori, which reflects our commitment to teachers and students to provide a fun and interactive learning environment, while increasing creativity and collaboration. We are a Member of the Ministry of Educations Professional Learning & Development (PLD) Provider Panel, operating since 2016 Nationwide in New Zealand. Our holiday programs are designed to be interactive and hands-on, encouraging... Read more

Dianne Wallace School of Dance is a ballet school for children & adults to learn to express themselves through the wonderful art of ballet Students are taught the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus and are entered for examinations or class awards annually; to date a 100% pass rate has been achieved. Students also perform a fun and exciting full-scale production; friends and family alike are able to come and appreciate the art of ballet. Join our Silver Swans Ballet dance class for over 55's suitable... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Torbay and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand'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-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Torbay, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

The SKYCITY Breakers roared into life on October 1 2003, defeating the Adelaide36ers by a single point in front of a sold out North Shore Events Centre. Professional basketball had hit New Zealand, with entertainment, action and excitement of the NBA now a weekly experience in Auckland. Over the short 7 years of the club's history the Breakers have established themselves as a club who do things differently - the club values of One Team + Courage + Integrity = Champions are emblazoned on the wall... Read more

Our child-initiated and semi-structured programme recognises the learning and developmental needs, strengths and interests of the individual children. We believe children are unique, with God-given potential to grow as confident and competent learners, healthy in body, mind and spirit. All children are treated with respect and no appropriate learning opportunity will be withheld from them no matter what their background or language is. We believe children’s holistic development and learning is... Read more

The Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre centre has grown steadily over the past five years, becoming one of New Zealand’s most popular destinations for retreats, conferences and seminars in natural health, environmental awareness and personal development. Our name: Kawai Purapura’s name signifies the nexus point between the past and the future. Kawai is the memory, the ancestry, the tracing of the lineage from the past. Purapura is the seed of the future. Our vision: Our vision is to create a healing... Read more

Get into a great water sport at the North Shore Canoe Club! Located on the shore of beautiful Lake Pupuke on Auckland’s North Shore, the North Shore Canoe Club welcomes members from all ability levels, fit and unfit, from novice to elite, from youth to masters, from canoe sprinters honing their technique to multisporters building up their endurance. We are proud of our reputation as both a high performance centre as well as an ideal base for those that just love to participate in paddling at... Read more

We have a very extensive Archery Retail Store and Indoor range. If you want to learn archery, we have beginner classes where we provide all of the gear! Bookings essential. If you always wanted to give archery a go, then now is your chance. We also look after experienced archers who shoot and compete at Target, Field, 3D and Indoor competitions both here in NZ and internationally. You can book a shooting lane to practice by calling us. If you are into hunting, then come along and have a look... Read more

Established in 2006, Koru Montessori, is a small child centred educational preschool licensed for 28 children following the Montessori method and principles. The preschool offers low teacher child ratios, consciously designed experiences that encourage and support the development the child’s independence, self -esteem and wellbeing, a love of learning and the ability to respect and celebrate individuals and the environment. All our teachers are Montessori trained and the philosophy... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Albany and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand'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-defense skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Albany, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

The North Shore Marathon, Half Marathon, Quarter Marathon, 5k and kids Marathon will take place on Auckland’s beautiful North Shore and is widely regarded as one of New Zealand’s most Scenic Marathon and Half Marathon events. The course, one of New Zealands most scenic Marathon and Half Marathon’s will be based on a 21.1km circuit that will see participants taking in beautiful Milford, Takapuna, Narrow Neck and Cheltenham Beaches before tackling the amazing DOC 1km Tunnels Loop (you don’t actually... Read more

The Takapuna North Community Trust was born with a clear mission: to uplift the well-being of the communities of Hauraki Corner, Takapuna, Milford, Forrest Hill, Castor Bay, and Sunnynook. Our primary focus is to foster community pride and preserving our natural environment, te taiao. We offer a range of initiatives: from enriching community events that foster togetherness, to hands-on conservation activities to cherish our local environment. Our Nature Explorers Learning Programme is a nature... Read more

Brain Play teaches science & technology classes to Kiwi kids & families! We run after-school classes, holiday programmes, online classes, and pop up events at libraries, schools, and community centres. Book for a free trial after-school, a one off event (sometimes free for the community), or our ongoing after-school classes. Topics include coding, robotics, 3D printing, animation, game design & all things STEAM! Read more

Paintball Shop New Zealand has been supplying New Zealand with the worlds best Paintballing equipment since 2007 and continues to do so to this day. Being the exclusive importers of popular brands like Hostile Kids and Armagillo, and stocking all the big brands like Dye, Valken, GI Sports, Tippmann and Planet Eclipse, even if we don't have what you're after straight away, we will be able to get it in. Conveniently located on Bush Road in Albany with a large open show room for you to see all the... Read more

Out of school care services that kids loves and parents trust. "My daughter is absolutely loving your programme, she has been to a couple of external holiday programmes and before and after school care at her previous school and has said by far your is the BEST!" "My son would not even entertain the idea of looking at alternative programmes.. it was Skids Sunnynook and Skids Sunnynook only :)" Read more

Paint the Earth is where you can paint your own ceramics pieces.There are over 100 pieces to chose from.Ranging from dinnerware,ornaments vases money boxes to name but a few! It's all about fun no experience needed, our friendly helpful staff will give you advice and show you techniques to use. Use your imagination or chose from a range of stencils,and designs to trace from. Great for birthday parties,Team Building.We offer off site events ,baby foot prints hens parties. Our ceramics are made... Read more

JF Fencing School is providing Fencing classes for children age 6-12. We are about to set up a class here at the Whangaparaoa Peninsula, Stanmore Bay Leisure Centre. For more information please email. You can check out our website. Read more

Our attractive surroundings offer a warm and homely environment to our children and is open 7.00am – 6.00pm Monday to Friday. We place a distinct emphasis on developing a child’s whole self through holistic development, providing quality experiences. Read more

Are you looking for an amazing birthday party experience for your little one? Prepare the kids for Party Kingdom - a magical land of fun and excitement where they can run and explore the huge pirate playground, leap like crazy on the bouncy castle and lots lots more. We have four incredible, themed, private party rooms available to hire 7 days-a-week. We also run Public Play sessions :) We have lots of cool party packages for groups from 10-50 children available, from DIY to sit back and let... Read more

Lake House Arts Centre is located on Fred Thomas Drive in Takapuna and is housed in a beautiful 19th Century Edwardian/Victorian heritage building that once stood on Takapuna Beach as well as barrack buildings from WWII previously situated on Fort Takapuna. The Lake House has a constantly changing exhibition programme, a café with delicious homemade fare, artists studio’s and a vibrant and varied arts education programme with something for every member of the family, including weekend workshops,... Read more

TENNIS MONSTERS SCHOOL We welcome all the new and current tennis players to all our performance programmes! These are the types of Junior Programmes that we offer : PRIVATE COACHING: - 1 Hr, one-on-one session for the best improvement your child can have ($50 Per hour). - 45 Min, one-on-one session, very good way to boost up your child's game ($40 Per hour). - 1/2 Hr, one-on-one session, great way to improve technique and reaction in your child ($30) GROUP LESSONS: 1. PERFORMANCE PROGRAMME... Read more

Each day at Fame offers a special blend of loving care, fun and education, with a unique focus on performing arts. We offer everything you would expect from a high quality day care and preschool, and we keep our days fun and exciting so that our children are always engaged and enjoying themselves. As a team of dedicated teachers, we have created a loving community at Fame which brings all staff, children and their extended families together to provide a supportive and friendly environment.... Read more

Theatrical Dance International is an association for Teachers of Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary, National Character. Examinations are held between March and November each year. An association of the new millennium, we offer teachers many benefits that overseas associations cannot deliver. Quick replies, friendly staff, and above all, complete knowledge to help any Teacher at any time. We have members in Australia and New Zealand and have great feedback from our members Read more