El Rancho is located on the stunning Kapiti Coast alongside both the Waikanae River and Waikanae Beach. El Rancho hosts over 17,000 guests each year, including individuals, families and over 250 different regional and national groups. The main services offered include accommodation, catering, conferences, ministry programmes and activities. El Rancho’s guests span all ages and demographics. Generations of people have been touched by El Rancho’s generous hospitality. Read more

Otaki Museum s housed in the restored 1918 BNZ building on Main Street. t carries out a number of activities: * tells Otaki's stories through a changing exhibition programme *researches the history of Otaki and the surrounding district *collects objects, stories, and images of interest * has an extensive photographic collection and many early copies of the town's newspaper, the Otaki Mail * holds archival material relating to the town, including records from Otaki School and the Otaki Borough... Read more

Welcome to the Kapiti Equestrian & Vaulting Center The Center is operated by The Kapiti Vaulting Club Inc. and offers professional, quality horse riding instruction in a wide range of equestrian disciplines, including beginners through to advanced horse riders, lunging instruction, vaulting, horse riding for therapy and special needs, special courses designed for disabled horse riders, children's holiday programmes and birthday parties. We have an excellent range of well schooled horses and ponies... Read more

Piano lessons all levels, theory, adult beginners, examination work, piano accompanying. Read more

Contact us for enrolling your child at kindergarten. We cater for 2- 5 year olds, extending their knowledge, skills and attitudes as they continue on a learning journey. The kindergarten is set in a nature reserve in large well resourced park like grounds. The kindergarten feeds into two local schools and has a close relationship with each of them. Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Waikanae 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-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Waikanae, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Otaki 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-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Otaki, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Paraparaumu Tutanekai 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 Paraparaumu, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who... Read more

Sing and Sign is an award-winning UK programme which teaches parents and caregivers baby sign the fun way - through music. Baby sign is lovely because you can encourage communication with baby before they can speak, and it takes lots of frustration out of the early years! I took Sing and Sign classes as a new parent and though I was sceptical at first, before long I absolutely loved it. As well as being entertaining, Sing and Sign also offered a useful, practical skill, taught in such a fun and... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Waikanae Memorial 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 Waikanae, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who are committed... Read more

Canopy Camping Escapes brings you a collection of luxury campsites around New Zealand. Each site offers something different and unique - from a luxury canvas tent in Tutukaka, to a hobbit house in the Waikato, or an astrologers hut on the cliffs in Westland… So get away from it all, unplug, unwind, get back to basics, reconnect with family or friends, create memories… Go glamping! Read more

Otaki PC has 30 riding members, aged between 5 and 19, who attend fortnightly rallies between August and April for tuition on riding and horse management, using the NZPCA syllabus. Contact us by email for more information :) Read more

Hapkido is the "way of co-ordinated power". It is a Korean martial art that is often referred to as the complete art of self defence. Hapkido is not a sport but rather a pure self-defence martial art that covers joint locks, sweeps & throws, striking techniques with all parts of the body, ground fighting, pressure point applications, defence against weapons and the improvised use of everyday items in self-defence situations. Hapkido training is not restricted by age, size or gender. It is... Read more

Need to work through these School Holidays or simply can't think of anything exciting that will keep the kids constantly entertained? Simply ENROL ONLINE, email or call our friendly team. LOCATIONS - Waitohu School Hall (Otaki), Kapanui School Hall (Waikanae) Kenakena School Hall (Paraparaumu) Let the FUN begin. Exciting Junior Program (5-9yrs) and Cool Senior Kids Program (10-13yrs). Fun for girls and boys. Awesome EXPERIENCED team of leaders. Action packed in venue days and amazing day trips.... Read more

Kapiti Cycles specialises in bicycle services, repairs, accessories and sales. They are certified cycle technicians who are keen to provide you and your bike with quality workmanship and exceptional services. Opening hours are 8am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday, and Saturdays 8am to 1pm. Owned and operated by Paul Cockburn, a bike enthusiast with over 17 years in the industry, you can confidently trust Kapiti Cycles to treat your bike with the same level of care irrespective of the size of the job. Kapiti... Read more

Paekakariki is on the West Coast of the North Island of New Zealand, about a 40 minute drive from Central Wellington. We patrol Paekakariki Beach from November through March; conducting patrols on both Saturdays and Sundays. We have a large active membership of junior surf (7-13 years) and senior members (14 years+) and offer competitive training squads for surf sports. We have a proud history as a patrolling club and it is a set requirement that every member perform patrol duties before they can... Read more

Efil Doog Garden of Art & eco Park is NZunique Garden setting with Ponds, streams, glow worms and sculptures and forest/bush covering 268 acre (108 Ha) Featuring a large Rhododendron collection in the 11.5 arce (4.4 Ha) of Gardens and is one of the founding “Garden of Regional Significance” awarded by the New Zealand Garden Trust. The Efil Doog Gardens are at Cloustonville in the Akatarawa Valley (near Upper Hutt, Wellington – 12 km from State Highway 2 and 22 km from State Highway 1 from Waikane... Read more

Five day school holiday programme in theatrical skills. Innovative and creative learning with professional tutors in vocals, drama and dance. Each week concludes with a 45minute on stage performance by students for family and friends. 30hours of tuition. Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Whitby 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-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Whitby, Wellington, are taught by passionate instructors who are... Read more

Art classes after-school and holiday classes for children who like to make, create and invent. For ages 5-12, Tuesday or Wednesday (5-8 yrs) and Thursday (9-12 yrs). The art classes are from 3.30 - 5.15pm, however children can arrive from 3pm onwards. There is a late-stay option until 6.30pm, so the classes can extend as an after-school programme. Online booking is on my WEBSITE. Payment by credit card has no additional fees. * Qualified primary teacher and artist * 15 years' experience... Read more

Nature walks, kiwi spotting and overnight accommodation on Kapiti Island. This is one of New Zealand's most precious nature & marine reserves. "You can't find an experience like this anywhere else in the world." (Past visitor). To make the most of your special visit to Kapiti Island, let us host your stay and offer you genuine hospitality and local knowledge. Our overnight kiwi spotting tours are famous. Stay in a nature lodge or one of our new luxury camping experiences. Be nature-inspired on Kapiti... Read more

We are a purpose built Early Childhood Centre on the Kapiti Coast that is licensed for children from 6weeks to 5 years. We also operate a before and after school programme that runs through the holidays. We provide individual learning plans to extend and support the children's development and learning in a safe nurturing environment. We are open from 7am to 6pm and have a flat rate to cover these hours. When your child turns three we offer the 20 hours ECE to reduce your childcare costs. We also... Read more

Paintball Corp offers two paintball fields in Wellington, Boasting the most highly trained staff that will tailor games specific to your group. Paintball offers it'self as a natural communication builder and an exceptional investment in your team as well as some much-needed fun. Read more

PORIRUA INDOOR SPORTS - NETBALL AND FOOTBALL LEAGUES FOR ADULTS & KIDS Porirua Indoor Sports runs 6-a-side netball leagues for adults on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday nights. It's $48 per team per week for every night except Friday. It's $42 on a Friday night. You can have 8 players in your team (includes 2 subs), or just turn up with 6 players. Three males maximum on court at a time as long as they are in a different position, i.e. link or centre, attack and defence, i.e. you can't... Read more

Jumping Beans offers fun, child-centred, physical activity and movement to music classes for babies and pre-schoolers ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Jumping Beans goal is to nurture happy, healthy, confident children by supporting Parents/Caregivers and Early Childhood Teachers with fun, interactive physical activity programmes. Jumping Beans is evidence based and designed to develop key movement and safety skills, brain pathways, language, self-esteem and self-regulation. Custom designed, colourful... Read more

The Kapiti Gymnastics Club, a not for profit community focused organisation, offering preschool and recreational gym, as well as competitive gymnastics and cheerleading. All of our programmes are gymnastics skills based while also developing children’s confidence, co-ordination and flexibility. Our main focus is for children to have fun and learn in a safe environment. Our programme is designed to provide fun action-packed activities that develop body awareness, body management, the brain,... Read more