School Holiday Programmes

 

Our school holiday programmes are based at the Bishopdale Rec Centre, Papa Hou in the central city, and Riccarton Primary School.  We also have a Rock Climbing programme that operates from the Adventure Centre in Sydenham.

All of our programmes are designed for those who love to stay busy during the holidays. These action-packed programmes are a perfect stepping stone to our overnight camps.

Over the course of the week we aim for the participants to build connections, trust, resilience and self confidence as they try new activities and practice enriching life skills, which is why we encourage attendance for the full week.

Summer Holiday Programmes

Our programmes are based at Riccarton, Bishopdale and Papa Hou in the city.
Please note that our timetables may be subject to change at short notice due to staffing requirements, unforeseen circumstances or weather conditions. 
This includes offsite excursion days, which might be changed to an alternative day.

Programmes for 5-11 year olds

CITY

16 – 20 December 2024 (casual sessions)
6 – 10 January 2025
13 – 17 January 2025
20 – 24 January 2025

  • Drop off + pick up at Papa Hou, 4 Rolleston Avenue
  • 8:15am – 5.15pm
  • Limited spaces
  • Subsidies available
  • Costs vary for short week options
$295
full week

BISHOPDALE

6 – 10 January 2025
13 – 17 January 2025
20 – 24 January 2025
27 – 31 January 2025 (casual sessions)

  • Drop off + pick up at Bishopdale Recreation Centre
  • 8.15am – 5.15pm
  • Limited spaces
  • Subsidies available
  • Costs vary for short week options
$295
full week

RICCARTON

6 – 10 January 2025
13 – 17 January 2025
20 – 24 January 2025

  • Drop off + pick up at Te Kapehu Riccarton School
  • 8.30am – 5pm
  • Limited spaces
  • Subsidies available
  • Costs vary for short week options
$295
full week
Programmes for 9-14 year olds

SPORTS + OUTDOORS

6 – 10 January 2025
13 – 17 January 2025

  • Drop off + pick up at Bishopdale Recreation Centre
  • 8am – 5pm
  • Limited spaces
  • Subsidies available
$320
full week

Rock Climbing Programme

Our rock climbing holiday climbing programme is a great way to develop new skills and be challenged!  This 3-day programme is perfect for children aged 9-14 looking to learn the basics of equipment, knots and skills to become confident  climbers with indoor and outdoor experiences. 
Limit of 12 participants per programme

Rock Climbing

18-20 December 2024
6-8 January 2025
8-10 January 2025
13-15 January 2025
15-17 January 2025
20-22 January 2025
22-24 January 2025

The Adventure Centre provides all safety equipment (harness, helmet etc) that is required, however if you have your own, feel free to use it.

 

Indoor Days
Ensure you bring a warm jersey and closed toe shoes for climbing and games.

 

Outdoor Days
The climbing crags can be shaded and exposed to the wind. All participants will need to bring suitable clothing to stay warm when not climbing, and appropriate sun protection as well. Expect wind and drizzle.

  • Indoor and outdoor rock climbing
  • Drop off + pick up at the Adventure Centre in Sydenham
  • 9am – 3pm
  • Limited spaces
$265
3 day programme

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