Soundworks is directed by Liz Locke, a piano teacher in Palmerston North with a passion to see music study recognized for its benefits to children and to adults. To do this she has established a vibrant and quickly expanding music school surrounded by a team of like-minded talented music teachers. The philosophy underpinning all that we do is that being involved in music-making is an important and natural part of being human and that learning to play a musical instrument has an enormous flow-on effect... Read more

Lollipop's Playland & Café Come for a party, come for a play! Read more

Auckland War Memorial Museum is New Zealand's first Museum. The Museum tells the story of New Zealand, its place in the Pacific and its people. The Museum is a war memorial for the province of Auckland and holds one of New Zealand's top three heritage libraries. It has pre-eminent Māori and Pacific collections, significant natural history resources and major social and military history collections, as well as decorative arts and pictorial collections. Read more

Add some fun and glitter with face painting for your next birthday party, celebration, market or event. Fiction faces main painter Annaleise has years of experience, is a great communicator with kids and uses high quality paints and painting tools and techniques. Fiction Faces is based in Palmerston North and loves being part of the Manawatu community and has been involved in many charity events. We always want to develop new designs so contact us with ideas of a theme for your next party... Read more

Bouncy Castle Hire Palmerston North from Arena Party Hire with free Bouncy Castle delivery and set up to Palmerston North, Feilding, Ashhurst and Longburn . Specialising in all the things that add the Wow factor to your event, from a bouncy castle for a children's party to a jukebox for a wedding. We have games that are great for office parties plus sound / lighting for birthdays and all other special occasions. Not to mention professional DJ services and an awesome Photo Booth. Now available is... Read more

Hi! My name is Ben Lim, currently 26 years old, and I have been instructing and playing the violin in Singapore and New Zealand for the past 10 years to students of all ages; from children from 3 years old to adults well over 60! I have a wide range of repertoire, syllabus (suzuki method, etc) and methodology to cater for all students, delivered though the most interesting ways as possible. I am certified in ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music) for music performance (violin Grade... Read more

Our club was established in 1985 and offers training in self-defence, physical fitness and character education. Our instructor started training in 1974. He is currently a 5th Degree Black Belt and International Instructor. He also runs training courses on behalf of ITFNZ throughout the country for upcoming new instructors. The minimum age of membership of our club is four years and there is no maximum. Our national body is the International Taekwon-Do Foundation of New Zealand, which... Read more

Try Drumming is a private music school based in the heart of Palmerston North, Manawatu, delivering professional Drum Lessons both in person and online. Try Drumming takes pride on delivering exceptional quality tuition. Our lessons are tailored to each individuals needs. Learn new musical skills, develop confidence and have fun with Johnny Robert, Try Drumming tutor & director. - Private one to one music tuition in drums - Develop technique & fundamental skills specific to music theory and... Read more

My qualifications are a Master of Arts and Diploma of Music from Canterbury University, a Diploma of Teaching, and have received a Distinguished Branch Member Award from the Institute of Registered Music Teachers for my services to Music teaching. I operate a piano teaching business and cater for clients from beginners to advanced students. I have a proven record in guiding students in examinations including those at diploma level. I offer music theory coaching up to an advanced level, including... Read more

Piano Teacher in the Manawatu Region offering 1 on 1: * piano/keyboard/music theory tuition * music for pleasure * NCEA Music tuition levels 1-3 in conjunction with secondary school requirements for suitable students * International music exam tuition(practical-piano and theory) for suitable students Read more

Traditional Japanese Karate: Member of JKF Wado Kai Japan Why Learn Karate Appealing to men, women and children, karate provides a safe and healthy means of learning how to protect oneself. Karate will improve fitness, flexibility, agility, confidence and self-awareness. Karate is a combination of kicking, punching, striking and blocking techniques. Karate is universally recognized as one of the most comprehensive of all martial arts and is ideally suited to combat the stresses of modern... Read more

Early Childhood Educator for Birth to 6 years.Free Parent Education Programme for all. Park like grounds with the Esplanade behind us for larger walks and play. Read more

I am the facepainter for feral facepainting and body art with over 8 years exsperience in this industry using only the best in cosmetic grade facepaint, powders and glitters. Creating quality, fun individual designs to suit your special event. Feel free to discuss your ideas so together we create that WOW!! factor . Read more

Lots of hugs childcare is the leading early childhood education centre in Palmerston North. We can provide caring & friendly support for your child development. Lots of Hugs Childcare mission is to provide safe, affordable, high quality education and care in a home environment where every child is respected and valued. At Lots of Hugs Childcare we consider a child's early years to be extremely important, and it is our role to provide professional, caring and friendly support to assist your child's... Read more

Yoga is a great way to help optimise your health and well-being. Come along to 'Be Still Yoga' classes to improve your flexibility, strength, balance, coordination and awareness. Feel the stress and tension melt away! Four weekly classes to choose from, suitable for ages 12+. All classes one hour long and $9 each, or pay $45 in advance, get a 6th class free! Read more

The KUNG FU ACADEMY offers the best of the best MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES, private martial arts lessons, self defence, combat training, corporate training, school programs, martial arts themed birthday parties, circuit training, personal programs and more! Our purpose is to empower people to achieve EXCELLENCE through the world of martial arts. Our vision is to be the provider of choice for martial arts by putting you, the customer first. We aim to do this by making martial arts accessible... Read more

West End Scout Group is the oldest surviving Scout Group in Palmerston North. Come join in the fun and adventure! Scouts is for all girls and boys and offers fun and challenging activities, unique experiences, the chance to help others and have a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Young people develop skills including teamwork, leadership, self-motivation and resilience, cultural awareness and commitment. A great place to make new life long friends. For Girls and Boys, ages... Read more

Massey Kids' Club is an out of school care centre. We offer after school and school holiday programmes for ages 5 to 13 in a caring and friendly environment bound by the virtue of respect for one another. We are an MSD approved OSCAR centre. Read more

A locally-owned and operated indoor activity and trampoline park - fun for all ages! We have a dedicated trampoline area for littlies, foam pits below trampolines, climbing wall, balance beam and rolling log. An Olympic trampoline (sometimes called a ‘super’ or ‘euro’) keeps the older kids entertained and we also have a Ninja Assault Course and Bubble soccer arena that is on an air track. Special pre-school sessions for under 110cm kids during term time too - with a free mini-muffin and fluffy for... Read more

At PIANO PATHWAYS your tutor has 40 years' experience and understands learning styles. Ages 6 to adult new learners or transferring/returning students are welcome to enquire. Study content will reflect your individual/family hopes: eg. to support NCEA Music study (Theory or piano); play "just for fun"; work through tutor-books; learn chords for "lead sheets"; accompany another musician; play in church... Lessons are normally 30 minutes pw during school terms but there is flexibility. And the... Read more

The Club claims the title of the oldest golf course in New Zealand and has a proud history of hosting New Zealand's top Professional and Amateur events including 5 NZ Open Championships, 8 NZ Amateur Championships and various other national championships. The course is regarded as Manawatu's premier 18 hole layout, and provides a challenging yet fair test for golfers of all abilities. Tree-lined, beautifully manicured fairways, fast rolling greens and over 50 challenging white sand bunkers feature... Read more

The Buzz Holiday Programme is fun with games and crafts. Children Years 1 - 9 Summer Buzz is happening 2015/16, 8.30 am - 5.30 pm. December 21 - 23 January 11 - 15 Read more

Open Tuesday to Friday 9:30am-12:30pm ​We are a long-established, friendly Early Childhood facility located in front of Ruamahunga Park and the Manawatu River; which both provide us with wonderful opportunities for excursions and exploration in our own community. ​ Our tamariki (children) are engaged in holistic learning experiences that enrich their understanding of the world around them. They are able to do this within a safe environment alongside their family and whanau (family/extended... Read more

Feral facepainting and body art Creating memories... Specializing in Airbrush body art and Facepainting. We use professional face and body grade paints and inks. Available for birthday parties, hens parties, corporate, school gala, fund raising events. Read more

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student you can expect my full attention and commitment. The first lessons are the time to establish a strong foundation for future development. I start small children on the recorder or fife so that they have a head start. When they are bigger the transition to the flute is easy. There is also the option of using a special headjoint on the flute which makes it easier for little ones to play. I like to get students playing together as soon as possible,... Read more

LEADERS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION FOR OVER 30 YEARS! ESTABLISHED 1983 AGES 2.5 TO 6 YEARS OPEN 8AM UNTIL 3.45PM 20HRS ECE & WINZ SUBSIDYS The Montessori Philosophy and the work of Maria Montessori is the foundation upon which the philosophy of Montessori Educare is built. As passionate educators, we empower children to develop a healthy self-image through the nurturing of their physical, emotional, social, spiritual and cognitive needs. The children’s self esteem grows in a positive... Read more

Reaching your goals, striving to do the best; these are qualities we encourage in children and qualities we wish to possess as adults. Here at Spotlight Theatre, letting the inner 'you' shine through is the game.  And creativity is the name. Whether you're a child or an adult, an experienced professional or a nervous amateur,  Spotlight Theatre drama classes and workshops are here for you. Not only are after-school classes and holiday workshops available at Spotlight Theatre, but one-on-one tuition... Read more