Centre Philosophy Our philosophy embodies the principles, strands and goals of Te Whāriki, the Early Childhood Curriculum. We recognise the important role parents / whànau play in a child’s education and we seek to complement and build on this. We value parent / whànau input in the daily programme. We also value the input parents have in the decision making process surrounding their child’s care and education. We believe that strong relationships between parents / whànau encourage partnerships... Read more

Through group music making, and playful games that children love, students develop musical skill, understanding and literacy. This sequential approach develops children's musicianship and confidence. These skills will transfer to any instrument. Kodly students become strong readers, excellent singers, with well developed aural, coordination and memory skills and a lifelong passion for music. Fridays: 3.45pm - 4.15pm: Kea (approx 5 - 6 years old) 4.20pm - 4:50pm: Kotare (approx 7 - 9 years... Read more

Phatu Penguins is a family- owned and operated eco- tourism business with 30+ years history of advocating and helping to fund the protection of Koror (Little Penguin) on the family farm in Phatu/Flea Bay. Our guides are all conservationists, friends and family - with years of working in penguin conservation, a passion for sharing their stories and a wealth of local knowledge passed down several generations. When the Helps family first began their conservation work the penguins faced massive challenges... Read more

YMCA Wainui Park is a piece of paradise on Banks Peninsula. Described as Canterbury’s best kept secret YMCA Wainui Park is your one-stop-shop for accommodation, conference, camping and outdoor programmes. Wainui Park is a favourite venue for a huge number of schools, community groups and corporate groups from all over the South Island. Offering numerous accommodation and catering options as well as adventurous outdoor activities including Giant Swing, Kayakaing, High Ropes and Coasteering... Read more

At The Ballet Academy we provide enjoyable and informative classes, resulting in a balanced education in dance. PreSchool classes for two, three and four year olds, Ballet classes from five years and Jazz classes from five years are offered. The Ballet Academy is responsible for training students from beginners to pre-professional level in technique, discipline, artistry and ethics. The lessons include dance and also dance related subjects that reflect the needs of the present dance market. Another... Read more

Rural garden, with plenty of space to run and play and seek those fairies hiding in the garden; enjoy the campfire in the tipi and toast marshmallows, enter the magical embrace of the enchanted fairy room to get your face painted and find some fairy dress ups if you'd like to try on some wings! Sit in the sunny art room and create something to take home, maybe paint river stones from the local river bed or make an art work and sprinkle it with fairy glitter. The art room doubles as the party room,... Read more

TenForward is a gaming themed after school care/holiday programme and birthday party destination. Inspiring kids and their love of online and non-tech related activities! VIRTUAL REALITY AVAILABLE. We offer an amazing facility for your birthday parties of any age. We have 5 Xboxes and 10 laptops, all capable of playing Minecraft. The xboxes are filled with popular games and up to 10 players can play at once. We also offer Pixel Art, Dungeons and Dragons, speed cubing and strategy board games.... Read more

Provision of free, quality Early Childhood Education for three - five year olds with fully registered teacher.s Kidsfirst Kindergartens Linwood Vision Statement Whanaungatanga is a cornerstone of Kidsfirst Kindergartens Linwood. An atmosphere of open communication and respect between kaiako, children, parents/whanau and visitors promotes this. We foster Ukaipotanga through a warm, welcoming, friendly accepting and supportive environment where children and parents/whanau know they have a place. There... Read more

Chans Martial Arts is one of the largest and most reputable martial arts school in New Zealand. Established since 1975, we have a strong network of centres throughout the country, internationally and has links with many top martial arts masters world-wide. We specialise in Tai Chi Chuan & Shao Chi Chuan Kung Fu. Shao Chi Chuan deploys biomechanically sound self defence techniques and psychologically positive teaching methods. This results in the elimination of excessive physical and mental stress... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Sockburn Prime and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children, 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 Sockburn, Christchurch, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

Paradise Found! Just off the beautiful Inland Scenic Route 72 a mere 45 minutes from Christchurch, Oxford is a favourite destination for Cantabrians looking to enjoy the natural unspoiled surroundings and to sample the rural bliss that the locals get to enjoy every day. Easy drive onto Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs, West Coast, Methven & Geraldine Nestled against Mount Thomas Forest Conservation Area alongside the cool clear Ashley River you will find the Ashley Gorge Holiday Park (a member of the... Read more

Play Drama Workshops is an organisation that runs after school clubs, holiday workshops and drama workshops for ages 1-16! These clubs and workshops focus on two main goals: increasing creativity, and increasing confidence. Nickie aims towards these goals by focusing on two areas of drama practice; devised theatre and adaptation. At PLAY! Workshops children are encouraged to inject their own ideas into performances and the balance of working towards said performances (at the end of term of... Read more

Kyokushin Karate is known world wide as "The Strongest Karate". Sensei Webster has been training for over 40 years, and has trained with the best instructors in Japan, New Zealand, and worldwide. Registered with the premier Mas Oyama Kyokushin Karate New Zealand organization, and teaching students from 8yrs to 60 years + Traditional, ethical, and authentic karate from the World famous May Oyama. If you want "real" karate, this is the dojo for you. See you at training soon. See our website. Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Rangiora and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children, 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 Rangiora, Canterbury, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed to... Read more

Taekwon-Do is the Korean art of self defence and the world’s most popular martial art. It was first developed by a Korean Army General, Gen. Choi Hong Hi, in the 1950s and 1960s. “Tae” means to jump or kick with the foot; “Kwon” means to punch with the hand or fist; and “Do” means art or way. Taekwon-Do is also an exciting sport with many spectacular events such as sparring, patterns, power breaking and the high flying special techniques competition. But it is also a martial art suitable... Read more

We offer a great range of circus classes for all ages and all levels! Read more

Welcome to KIX Taekwondo Christchurch Club. We offer a traditional Korean Martial taught in a fun friendly and safe environment for all ages and fitness levels for both male and female students. KIX Taekwondo Christchurch Club is a non-profit organization and none of our instructors benefit financially. Taekwondo strives to develop the positive aspects of an individuals personality: COURTESY, INTEGRITY, PERSEVERANCE, SELF CONTROL, INDOMITABLE SPIRIT and a sense of responsibility to help and... Read more

Throughout NZ there are 16 YMCAs all of which share a common purpose – which is to meet and relate to the needs of people in their communities, and where they work, in a way that will encourage them to develop as individuals, express their own needs and reach their full potential. YMCAs do this through programmes and relationships, involving YMCA workers with special youth community, recreational and motivational skills, guided by the four core values of honesty, respect, responsibility and caring. The... Read more

Welcome to Fool of Fun Entertainment Home of Lou Lou the Clown, The Paper Girl, Lieutenant Lou clown police & New Zealand's Circus and Fitness Fanatic Sport Suzie. Fool of Fun Entertainment is run by Christchurch Entertainer Louise Kerr. I offer Circus and Comedy Entertainment for, Corporate Functions, Festivals, Community,Groups, Children's Parties, Schools, Parades, Fairs Fundraisers and more. From a Children's Party to a large festival I can provide entertainment to suit your individual... Read more

Our vision is to foster, develop and promote netball by providing enjoyment and recreation for all participants. Read more

The Christchurch Netball Centre is one of the largest netball centres in New Zealand catering for netball players in and around the city and environs. All 36 outdoor courts, some resurfaced and realigned are situated in Hagley Park. The Centre has the luxury of a stylish building nestled amongst the trees in Hagley Park where administration offices, physio clinic and caterers are situated. The Centre is close to bus routes and has coffee and food onsite during Competition days. The Christchurch... Read more

Proactive Martial Arts is one of New Zealand's leading professional martial arts organisations with six branches based in Christchurch, New Zealand. We are a family-orientated facility with plenty of friendly, qualified instructors and a great leadership team! You are never too old to start and everyone is encouraged to work at their own pace and enjoy the journey. We run extensive children's Karate and Kickboxing programmes, developed for specific age groups from 4 years of age through to teenage-only... Read more

We have three serivces: Kindergarten, age from 2 to 6 open 8.30 to 3.00. Homebased service and an OSCAR before school, after school and holiday program. Read more

Learn to sew with an experienced tutor. Small classes and loads of fun. You sew projects of your choice. Quality machines and tools are provided for students to use. We providing students with a positive and fulfilling experience in learning to sew and enabling them to be able to make clothes that are practical, useful, fashionable and fit well. Learn the correct techniques to develop patterns to fit your body and then sew them with a professional finish. Teaching is tailored to how you learn. Pattern... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Rolleston and see why GKR Karate is New Zealand's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children, 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 Rolleston, Canterbury, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

Haere mai! Welcome to Redwood Playcentre! We are a parent co-operative, providing a rich learning environment for children, with an emphasis on the belief that children ultimately learn by doing, and exploring through play. We also believe that children reach their full potential, most successfully, when they are comfortable within their environment, and when their parents understand their development and take part in their learning process. We love to have new families join us at Redwood Playcentre.... Read more

Waimak River Riding Centre has been operating with the same owners since 2000. Located only 15mins drive from the central city we are handy for both locals and tourists alike. Come and experience our passion for the riding lifestyle in the great outdoors! Safety and enjoyment have always been a major focus of our business and we are ideally located right by the banks of the river so all treks are held within an area where traffic is strictly restricted and the horses are calm, dependable and well... Read more

I teach all kinds of art which are both western style and eastern style. Sketching,calligraphy,acrylic,oil,water color painting,Japanese style painting and pastel drawing. I have an art project which combines my artworks with artworks of different cultures and generations and represents world peace. Please take a look at my website and Facebook. Read more