Close Quarters Combat (CQC) can be described as a modern day realistic self defence system. It's really a mix of many different styles of martial arts in addition to military and police tactics. CQC can be taught to everybody; young and old, the fit and the unfit. It's a highly effective form of street self defence, the main objective being to help develop the ability to quickly and efficiently defend yourself, a friend or loved one against a violent attack. CQC will show you ways to use any part... Read more

Maraetai Sailing Club offers learn to sail programmes for juniors from the age of 9years old and above on Sundays. Adult learn to sail is also available. Tuesday nights and Sunday afternoons are the learn to race with adults and children welcome to participate. Learn to windsurf and paddleboard is also available and we have gear available to hire. Read more

Would your child love to play guitar? There is no better way to learn to play guitar than with the guidance and support of a great guitar teacher. If your child has never played before, lessons at Auckland Guitar School will give them the best start possible. Does your child play guitar already, but they’re not really getting anywhere? Perhaps your child has tried to teach themselves online (with YouTube etc) and realised that they’re making slow progress, or has been having lessons elsewhere... Read more

Waiheke Nannies is the only nanny agency and babysitting service on Waiheke Island. Our nannies are interviewed, referenced, and police checked. On call babysitters for evenings out, weddings and events. Part-time and permanent nannies on the books to care for your children. Read more

I am a qualified NZ Suzuki teacher trainer in cello with 25 years experience. My studios are in Westmere, Waiheke Island and via Skype. Check out my web site for more photos or for more information on the Suzuki Method. Read more

Defying Gravity Performing Arts has been created with the vision to inspire students into believing in their own potential through Performing Arts. As the academy grows and develops, we will offer a range of Drama and Performing Arts classes, focused on developing the necessary skills to make their dreams come true. Created and taught by experienced performing arts practitioner and registered secondary school drama teacher Natalie Hugill, she hopes to make the performing arts accessible to all children... Read more

Trysportsnz offers sports holiday programmes to children, where they get to participate in a range of sports. During our sports holiday programmes we will go through sports in a fun and exciting way. At Trysportsnz we are confident that our children will develop sporting and life skills that will stay with them forever, whilst completing any of our programmes. Each programme is carefully considered to offer a balanced approach to the development of our children’s sporting minds. 53% of children... Read more

We offer nurturing childcare in safe, loving Home Based environments throughout East Auckland which encourage your child's learning and development while incorporating their individual needs and routines through low adult/child ratios and flexible hours. Call us to find out more or check out our website today! Read more

Aspire Aerobix is a fun and dynamic club, situated in St Johns. Aspire provides aerobics, tumbling and toddler gymnastics classes. Aspire Aerobix is a member club with Gymnastics New Zealand and provides quality programmes from recreational and participation to competitive. All of our coaches hold qualifications across general gymnastics, play gym, tumbling and aerobics as well as many being New Zealand representatives in Aerobics. Our Programmes: Toddler Tumble - a toddler gymnastics class... Read more

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

Waiheke Junior Golf programme each Thursday at the club during term time. Under 5yrs casual playgroup, 9am-9:30am, Primary School 3-4pm, Intermediate / High School 4-5pm. Email for more information or to register. Read more

Belcanto Studio in Beachlands. Voice and Singing Lessons with a professional singer for all ages and all skill levels. Discover the potential of your voice trough vocal training Develop Confidence Learn to sing different types of music Release stress and tension Read more

The aim of LifeKidz Trust is to continue providing the community with a successful After School and School Holiday Programmes for children with special needs, disabilities and behavioural issues that we have been running for the past 14 years. We provide community focused programmes that create a place for children with disabilities that accepts their uniqueness and encourages friendship, participation and opportunities. We employ and train youth within the community and help them to understand... Read more

Auckland's leading Aerobic Gymnastics studio, located in the heart of Howick. Triple A is the largest Aerobic Gymnastics Studio in NZ, offering Recreation, Performance and Elite programmes to girls and boy of all ages. Amanda Bush - 8 times New Zealand National Champion and World ranked International athlete is the Director of Triple A Aerobics. Amanda has produced many NZ National Champions as well as world ranked athletes, including Laura Furse who is standing 5th in the world to date. Aerobic... Read more

We run Messy Play Events for preschoolers around Auckland, currently in Meadowbank and Takapuna. You can book and pay online for as many or as few as you like. Mess it up is developmental messy play, where your child can explore, discover, think, learn and problem solve using all their senses. Messy or sensory play helps connect neural pathways to aid brain development in early childhood. We use many different sensory and messy mediums in each session such as edible finger paint, tempera... Read more

Award-winning babyballet is New Zealand's favourite dance school for boys and girls from 6 months to 6 years. Pre-school dance and music-to-movement ballet classes. With a real focus on learning through play, the unique babyballet syllabus offers four key stages of ballet and tap classes where every child can build their confidence and social skills, learning manners, discipline and respect while developing their basic ballet technique, coordination, musicality, balance, posture and rhythm. All... Read more

Beachcomber Kindergarten is a small private Early Childhood Centre, offering childcare and education in a home like setting at 95 Hutchinsons Road, Howick. A team of qualified and experienced educators provide a high quality programme that enhances and extends children's learning. Our lower ratio of 1:7 allows teachers to work with individual children supporting their interests and holistic development. Our early childhood centre is licensed for 30 children from 2 to 5 years of age. We are... Read more

We provide award-winning dance classes for children from 6 months to 6 years. By learning through play, our qualified and welcoming teachers give babies, toddlers, preschoolers and young children the chance to dance, have fun and make friends in their own unique way. Our babyballet pre school dance classes are bringing joy to thousands of kids as we make learning to dance an unforgettable and magical experience for you and your little star! The successful babyballet programme, founded 19 years ago... Read more

Howick Children's and Youth Theatre run popular drama & speech classes for children and youth aged 5 - 21years in the suburb of Howick. Within our younger classes we focus on creative play, movement and storytelling. Classes are given games and exercises designed to develop concentration, sincerity and imagination. In our older classes we teach skills such as mime, movement, improvisation and storytelling, and students have the opportunity to also learn stage makeup, mask and clown. Children... Read more

Jump into the fun at BOUNCE & BEYOND’s indoor playground - Auckland’s largest indoor inflatable bounce centre dedicated to every day fun!!! Our 1800 sqm facility features 18 of the coolest inflatables that will have you and your family jumping for joy! Kids love FUN, kids need EXERCISE, so why not combine the two? BOUNCE & BEYOND offers you this opportunity! So come join us. Kids can bounce, play, slide, and bounce some more while getting that needed exercise without even realising it!! The... Read more

A in2 G Fitness Training (where the A stands for Attitude), offers Powerhoop & Boxfit classes for adults, and specialises in hooping and non-contact boxing parties for kids aged 6+. Both hula hooping and boxing is very popular with adults and children, and if we can teach the kids while they're young to get active, they will pick up new skills while enjoying a fun, safe and truly unique party experience run by a qualified Personal Trainer and Boxing Instructor. You can either organise the venue... Read more

Botany Taekwon-Do is a family orientated martial arts school and have been operating since 2004 we work hard but have some fun at the same time, We train from two locations 4 days a week and up to 8 sessions. We offer training for all ages and ability's If you want to get fit and make some new friends why not learn a worth while skill at the same time, Come along for a two week free trial we look forward to meeting you. Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Ormiston 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, a positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Ormiston, Auckland, are taught by passionate instructors who... Read more

Bouncing Kiwi's castle hire provides affordable bouncing castles for children's parties and other events around the Auckland region. Read more

Howick Rhythmics is East Auckland's only Rhythmic Gymnastics Club and we offer classes from Recreation, to Pre-Competition and Competitive. The sport includes a mixture of dance and gymnastics elements, along with having to learn a variety of apparatus handling skills and body movement techniques. We offer a creative and nurturing environment for our gymnasts to attempt new things and learn to grow. Read more

If you are looking for quality care and education in a Catholic environment, come and see us. We are an apostolate of the Auckland Diocese. Our teachers are NZ registered & graduates of the Catholic Early Childhood Education Certificate. Better than MOE required ratio of Adult to Children. Great outdoor environment offering a variety of challenges. We explore, play, laugh and develop friendships and faith. Operating hours: Mornings: 8:30am – 12:30pm (Mon - Fri) Afternoons: 1:00pm – 4:00pm... Read more

Born in Taiwan, Frankie started playing violin and piano at the age of 6 and had his first concert three years after. Frankie has played in orchestras from the age of 10, beginning with amateur orchestras such as the Classical Youth Orchestra in Taiwan and the Academy of Strings in New Zealand. In recent years he has moved on to professional orchestras such as the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra and the Pipers Sinfonia. Frankie received his ATCL diploma in 2006 and was awarded second runner up in... Read more