We have provided fabulous educational experiences for children in a safe and nurturing home environment Rodney-wide for several years. We are now very pleased to be able to offer this same opportunity to children and families in Auckland. Your child’s day in a home-based environment can be less structured and more spontaneous. It may include trips to the park, beach, playgroup and so on. To ensure safety is not compromised, our service has a documented set of policies and practices for dealing... Read more

The New Zealand Ocean Swim Series consists of seven events, showcasing some of our most unique and stunning beaches and waterfronts. With the aim of promoting fitness and health through ocean swimming, the events offer a range achievable distances on the day – presenting opportunities for almost all ages and abilities to take part (exception of the Harbour Crossing which consists of the one 2.9km iconic swim across Auckland’s Harbour). Event distances on offer include: ‘I’m Going Long’ distance... Read more

Estuary Arts Centre overlooks the beautiful Te Ara Tahuna Walkway, located in Orewa on the Hibiscus Coast Highway, only 25 minutes from Auckland city centre. A creative Hub for all creatives, whatever age, level or ability. Read more

Birthday Parties / School Workshops / Events ZooVentures does the best parties for animal lovers! We are a mobile service based in Whangaparaoa and travel as far as central Auckland. We have bearded and Eastern water dragons, blue tongue lizards, leopard geckos, gorgeous tortoises, frogs, newts, chinchilla squirrels plus an awesome line-up of very cute bunnies, guinea pigs, mice and even performing pups! Take part in fun educational activities with all the pets and exotic creatures from ZooVentures,... Read more

Northern Arena established in 2010 is a ground breaking and unique learn to swim and fitness centre in Silverdale, Auckland. Northern Arena is a world class private family fitness centre with a combination of swimming pools, gym, group fitness classes, functional training and expert staff located on the North Shore of Auckland, just 20 minutes drive from the Auckland Harbour Bridge. We pride ourselves on delivering a standard of excellence in Swim teaching and fitness guidance unmatched by any... Read more

If you can dream it, we can make it! Located in sunny Whangaparaoa on the Hibiscus Coast just north of Auckland, Coast Cakes have all your cake needs covered. With talents in every aspect of the custom cake business, our hard-working team can create a cake for any and every event, just tell us your requirements and we will deliver you a fantastic cake that looks and tastes great. From birthdays, to anniversaries, weddings, events and special occasions. When it comes to flavours and fillings... 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

Whangaparaoa Tenpin is a 12 LANE BOWLING ALLEY with more to do than just bowl! We offer many forms of fun and invite you to participate in one of the most family fun sports there is. The building is divided up into 4 main areas: Gaming Room (R18) Bowling Lanes Arcade Gaming Internet Gaming We have games and activities to ensure everyone has a great time! For young children, we have ramps, bumpers and lightweight balls. Free shoe hire is also available. Read more

We have classes for all experience levels and a range of commitment level. Non-Competitive CHEER & Tumbling, Performance CHEER (intro to competitive cheer) and Fully-Competitive (pathway to be a national representative). All classes are coached by Internationally Recognized Coaches! Not Your Average Cheer Gym! We are a community inspired by personal and technical growth, in and out of the gym. The sport of Cheerleading teaches more than motor skills, coordination, teamwork and self-confidence,... Read more

Orewa Surf Lessons has been in operation for nearly two decades, boasting one of the longest-running Orewa surf school. Our primary objective is to provide captivating environments that make learning the fundamentals of surfing accessible to all ages, from children's classes and summer camps through to other events open for everyone - from beginners who desire an understanding of surfing basics and seasoned pros looking for a new challenge. Furthermore, we strive towards enhancing our community involvement... Read more

North Harbour Water Polo Club is one of the largest clubs in New Zealand and their home pools are based at the NZ High Performance Centre - AUT Millennium and National Aquatic Centre in Mairangi Bay, Auckland. As well as NZ representatives the club are very keen on increasing participation amongst the younger generation ensuring children of all ages get opportunities to become involved in an aquatic sport. Our club have players aged from 8 years through to Social Water Polo for adults. Our age groups... Read more

All Star Infinity Cheer is the Hibiscus Coast and Rodney Districts premier Cheerleading club. We offer top facilities in Silverdale and school teams around the Hibiscus Coast and further north. Our teams are split by age and ability and we have a team suitable for everyone! We offer free trial classes in our recreation teams, anyone can join at any time of the year. Competitions are the best part of cheerleading, all of our teams are give the opportunity to compete in Auckland. Our elite team try... Read more

Step Beyond Studios is based in Torbay and Silverdale and is a long established and leading Auckland dance school. We teach Ballet and Contemporary Dance to students of all ages and abilities. Principal Dance Tutor Marian McDermott has been teaching ballet for over 25 years. She is joined by several experienced dance tutors who specialise in a range of dance styles. Many of the tutors trained through the dance school and have now returned to assist others develop a love of dance. Our focus is on... Read more

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Dance helps develop co-ordination, musicality, creativity and confidence in everyone. At The Dance Floor we have something for everyone! RAD Ballet exams BTDA Jazz & Lyrical Exams BTDA medal tests Pre-school classes for children aged 4 years upwards Adult beginners classes End of year concert in a local theatre "Dancing is a passion, whether it be for recreation or ambition, everyone can feel the freedom dance has to offer" - Tracy Shiells 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

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

Welcome to Megazone Silverdale, your ultimate destination for thrilling entertainment and unforgettable experiences! At Megazone, we specialize in providing adrenaline-pumping fun for individuals, families, and groups of all ages. Step into our action-packed arena and engage in heart-pounding laser tag battles, where you'll test your skills against friends and foes alike. Dive into our state-of-the-art virtual reality experiences, where you'll embark on immersive adventures that will transport... 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

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

WELCOME to ponyrides.co.nz: The home of children's riding lessons and pony rides. The wonderful place where precious childhood memories are made. Looking for some great activites for the kids? Come admire the scenery and have some good old fashion country fun and fresh air. Enjoy a riding lesson or pony ride, join our coffee group or indulge in one of our school holiday programme or fabulous pony parties. Hang out with some gorgeous ponies and learn all about horses and riding. Here at Pony Rides... Read more

Clip 'N Climb is the most exciting new concept in indoor climbing to have emerged in the past decade. It is 100% pure Kiwi and was developed in Christchurch, New Zealand! Clip 'N Climb is climbing walls meet theme park in an exciting new leisure concept for all ages and all climbing abilities. No matter if you are 4 or 99 years old with no climbing experience, our automatic belay system takes in the slack as you climb up and then lowers you gently to the ground as you descend. Clip 'N Climb is... Read more

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

New Shoots Greenhithe / Albany Childcare Centre Set on a rolling green hill, over a bridge and across a pond, arriving at New Shoots Greenhithe feels a little like a fairy tale. Found in a suburban North Shore neighbourhood close to Albany, our beautiful purpose-built Greenhithe childcare centre was designed to bring in the morning sunshine, energising the space from first light. Inside, the sounds of giggles and gasps filter through the air as our tamariki play and explore. Greenhithe comprises... Read more