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

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

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

Free classes for pre-schoolers 3-4 years old. Full compliment of ballet classes from pre-schoolers to advanced ballet. Modern jazz, theatrecraft, hip hop, contemporary, tap. Pre-school to adults . We have our studio at 91 Muri Road Pukerua Bay plus we also have classes at Plimmerton School on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Read more

Lollipop Face Painting is a funky n' fabulous face painting business based on the Kapiti Coast, Wellington. We provide a high standard of artistic entertainment for birthday parties, family festivals, business promotion's, hen parties, sweet sixteen's...the list goes on! We're also a fantastic fundraising option for school and community events. We love what we do and adding fun, colour and sparkle to your event is our priority! Rate's start from just $70 per hour, contact us today for a quote! 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

Multiples Canterbury (formally the Christchurch Multiple Birth Club) was established over 40 years ago and is a parent-led support network supporting families in their journey from expecting to raising twins, triplets and quadruplets. The Club is run by a committee which volunteers its time to provide support, education and friendship to other members to help them cope with unique situations that arise when you have more than one baby at a time. We currently have well over 300 families in... Read more

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

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

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

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

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

Aikido Kapiti is a martial arts club practising classical Aikido. The club has been training since 2005, with members joining us from all along the Coast: Paekakariki, Raumati, Paraparaumu, Waikanae, Otaki, and even further afield in the Wellington region. Aikido Kapiti is affiliated with the Fundamental Aikido Association, directed by Daniel Toutain. Daniel studied under Morihiro Saito Sensei who was a direct student of Morihei Ueshiba, the founder of Aikido. Saito Sensei lived and studied... Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Silverstream 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 Silverstream, Upper Hutt Wellington, are taught by passionate... Read more

Tram Rides and Tramway Museum. Take a journey into the Past. Ride the genuine ex-Wellington City trams which last ran in the City in 1964. 4 km return ride through Queen Elizabeth Park to the Beach takes about 20 minutes. Then browse the tram museum with photographs, momentoes and video of the historic days of Wellington trams. Suitable for all ages. All day tickets (as many tram rides on the day as you like) Adult $10, Child 5-15 $5, Family (2 Ad, 2Ch) $24. Under 5's no charge. Open... Read more

Piano and theory lessons, piano accompanying, SingAndPlay ukulele, music programmes for children and adults with special needs. 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

Wellington Samuraijutsu and Ninjutsu Training 7-9pm Tuesdays & Thursdays Welcome Welcome to Sukisha Ko Ryu. The following information is presented to acquaint you with the structure of our schools' training program. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions that are not answered in this website. Sukisha Ko Ryu incorporates Samuraijutsu and Ninjutsu Martial Arts as taught by Takamatsu-Sensei. Beginning As the first few weeks of a student's training can often be a time of feeling... Read more

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

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Paraparaumu 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 are committed to teaching... Read more

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

Melling Kindergarten is open from 8.00am until 5.00pm Monday to Friday and we have children from 2 - 5 years of age. We offer 5 free 4 hour sessions a week for 3 - 5 year olds. This means your child will have access to quality education and care for up to 4 hours a day, every day of the week, for free. We are open all year round and only close for statutory holidays. We are very fortunate to have an enormous outdoor environment, an ideal back drop for children's learning and development where... Read more

The Upper Hutt Toy Library is a non-profit community organisation, established in May 1991, with the aim of providing a wide range of educational toys, games and puzzles designed to aid the mental, physical and social development of children. The current annual subscription is $60 for General or $40 for Community Service Card Holder membership. We offer a 6 month membership for $40 and a 5 trip membership for $32 (this is valid for 1 year). The Toy Library is managed by a Committee consisting of... Read more

Shine Montessori Educare offers a unique educational opportunity for toddlers and preschoolers aged 6months -5 years. Our curriculum blends Montessori ideology, fundamental Christian values, and child interest activities. We are committed to providing high-quality learning experiences that enable children to develop independence, confidence and high levels of competency. Our qualified and experienced ECE and Montessori teachers act as the dynamic link between the child and the prepared environment.... Read more

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

Inverlochy provides art education, classes for adults, teens and children. Our Children's after school classes and Holiday programmes have been running for 20 or more years and have earned an enviable reputation for teaching children the fundamentals of serious art practice while having lots of fun. We believe in mixing the traditional with the contemporary; using New Zealand and international artist's work as a model so that students produce wonderful art pieces using various media and making... Read more