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Children and young people.

Afterschool Activity Zone

Come along to Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and join in a variety of activities including technology, crafts and games. These sessions run every Friday afternoon, 3:15 - 4:30 pm during the school term. Free and no bookings required. Please check our web calendar for dates.

Location: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
Phone: 03 941 7923
Email: library@ccc.govt.nz
​Web: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre Events Page

Ayvu Art Studio

Art classses for adults and children taught by Carolina Nery, an artist and trained teacher.

Location: 66a Highsted Road
Phone: 027 616 6427
​Email: ayvuartstudio@gmail.com
Web: carolinanery.wixsite.com/ayvu

Babytimes / Wā pēpi

Rhymes, movement and music. Kōrero pukapuka, pūoru, korikori.
Fridays 10:30 am - 11:00 am during term time for under 2 year olds.

Location: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
Phone: 03 941 7923
Email: library@ccc.govt.nz
​Web: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre Events Page

Billy's Little Boppers

St. Margaret’s Preschool Support Group aka Billy’s Little Boppers meets on Tuesdays at 10:30 am. The program starts with a 30 minute music session, followed by morning tea and a play group for the kids. We aim to finish by 11:50 am. We ask for a gold coin donation.

Location: St Margaret's Church, 94 Farrington Avenue
Phone: Fiona on 03 359 0149 or Maree on 027 359 3559
Email: fiona@stmargaretschurch.org.nz

Bishopdale-Harewood Scout Group

Keas (Age 5 - 8): Thursday 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Cubs (Age 8 - 11): Thursday 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Scouts (Age 11 - 14): Tuesday 6:30 - 8:30 pm

Location: 31 Raleigh Street
Phone: Marie Lory on 021 672 712
Email: bishopdalegl@gmail.com
Website: scouts.nz/groups/bishopdale-harewood-scout-group

Boys' Brigade 4th Christchurch Company

Boys' Brigade is the original uniformed youth organisation in which boys can meet, have fun and earn badges comprising social, educational, spiritual, physical and adventure activities.

Location: St Margaret's Presbyterian Church, 94 Farrington Avenue
Phone: St Margaret's Office on 03 359 0149

Checkers Basketball Miniball League

The Checkers Basketball Club deliver a miniball league in terms 1 and 4 at Bishopdale YMCA. 

Location: Bishopdale YMCA, 13 Bishopdale Court
Phone: Heather Devlin on 03 345 9106
Email: checkersminiball@outlook.com
Web: ​www.facebook.com/groups/479216005769859/

Delta Rythmic Gymnastics

Delta Rhythmic Gymnastics Club is affiliated with Gymnastics New Zealand and offers recreational and competitive rhythmic gymnastics to girls and boys age 5+.

Location: Breens Intermediate School, 85 Breens Road
Email: membership@delta.org.nz​
​Web: www.delta.org.nz
Facebook: www.facebook.com/deltarhythmicgymnastics

Eastwood Studios

Eastwood Studios specialises in maternity and family photography.

Location: 61 Highsted Road
Phone: 021 148 5742
Web: www.eastwoodstudios.co.nz/

Eclipse Marching Teams

Marching for girls and adults from June through to March. Marching provides great fitness and discipline. Girls have the chance to make new friends and attend competitions. All uniforms are supplied. Fees starting from $120 for the season.

Location: Seventh Day-Adventist Church, 74 Breens Road and Breens Intermediate, 85 Breens Road
Email: eclipsemarchingteams@gmail.com
Web: www.facebook.com/eclipsemarching

Girls Brigade 47th Christchurch Company

Girls Brigade is for girls aged 5 and up.  The programme features a variety of fun activities designed to educate, inspire and develop girls.

Location: St Margaret's Presbyterian Church, 94 Farrington Avenue
Phone: St Margaret's Office on 03 359 0149

GKR Karate Bishopdale

Go-Kan-Ryu Karate (GKR) is a traditional Japanese style of karate. GKR karate is taught in a non-contact environment and promotes both character and physical development. GKR is a club for all ages and promotes self-defence, fitness, coordination, discipline, confidence and stress relief. People of all walks of life can train together and learn the art of karate in a safe, fun and encouraging environment.

Location: Isleworth School, 59A Farrington Avenue
Phone: 021 030 8376
Email: region22nz@gkrkarate.com
Web: www.gkrkarate.com/locations/listing/gkr-karate-bishopdale/

Helen O'Grady Drama Academy

The Helen O'Grady Drama Academy hosts a Drama Club which aims to assist children with development, mental health, confidence and identity by using drama as a tool.

Location: Cotswold Primary School Hall, Cotswold Ave
Phone: 021 124 3633
Email: enquiries@helenogrady.co.nz
Web: helenogrady.co.nz

Jumpstart

A free, fun programme offered to children from ages 5-12 years.  Held fortnightly on Fridays during school terms from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm. Includes games, lessons, crafts and snacks.

Location: Wairakei Road Bible Church, 392 Wairakei Road
Phone: 03 359 9247
Web: www.wrbc.org.nz

Kaimai Brownies

Kaimai Brownies is for girls aged between 7 and 9 and meet at Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre on Wednesday between 4:00 and 5:30 pm during term time. If you would like to visit, please contact Girl Guiding NZ.

Location: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
Phone: 0800 22 22 92
Web: www.girlguidingnz.org.nz

Little Annie Pop-In Portraits

Have a photograph taken monthly of your growing baby by photographer Angela Eastwood. No fuss and very affordable.

Location: 61 Highsted Road
Phone: 021 148 5742
Web: www.eastwoodstudios.co.nz/pop-ins.html

Merlins Netball Club

A mainly social club with a variety of teams for adults and juniors.

Location: Papanui Club, 301 Sawyers Arms Road
Phone: Lyn-Marie on 022 072 0149
Email: merlinsnetballclub@gmail.com
Web: www.sporty.co.nz/merlinsnetball

Playgroup

Have a chat and a cuppa while the children play. 10:00-11:30 am on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month during school term time.

Location: Wairakei Road Bible Church, 392 Wairakei Road
Phone: Kathryn on 027 251 7934 or Dorothy on 03 351 5981
Web: www.wrbc.org.nz/Children.html

St John Bishopdale/Cranmer Youth Division

Trains and develops young people's skills in regards to First Aid, leadership and general life skills. 

Wednesday, term-time only.
Location: St Pauls Church Hall, 1 Harewood Road
Divisional Manager: Brenda Columbus, brenda.columbus@stjohn.org.nz

Phone: SI Regional Office, 03 353 7110 extension 3321
Email: youth.southisland@stjohn.org.nz
Web: youth.stjohn.org.nz

Sakura Kan Jui Jitsu

Jiu Jitsu is an ancient Japanese martial art, and its techniques and principles are being adopted by many other systems. Sakura Kan Jiu Jitsu offers classes for children aged 7+ and adults, self defence courses and much more.

Location: Bishopdale-Harewood Scout Den, 18 Raleigh Street
Phone: 021 0240 5515
Email: chcdojo@gmail.com
Web: www.jiujitsu.org.nz
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/people/Sakura-Kan-Jiu-Jitsu-Christchurch/100063502005514/

Storytimes / Wā kōrero

Stories, movement and music. Kōrero pukapuka, pūoru, korikori.
Wednesdays 10:30 am - 11:00 am during term time for over 2 year olds and over.

Location: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre, 13 Bishopdale Court
Phone: 03 941 7923
Email: library@ccc.govt.nz
​Web: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre Events Page

Tiny Tots Music & Play

Tiny Tots Music & Play is a fun interactive morning for babies and preschoolers. It runs every second Tuesday (during school terms) starting at 10:30 am. Morning tea is provided for little ones, parents and helpers.

Location: Bishopdale Reformed Church, 90 Highsted Road, Bishopdale
Phone or Text: Andrea 0273910169
Email: office@bishopdale.org.nz
Website: facebook.com/tinytotsmusicandplay

YMCA Bishopdale Recreation Centre

Basketball for children aged 5 - 16 years
Gymnastics for children aged 18 months - 14 years
Jazz Hip-Hop classes for children aged 5 - 8 years
Yoga classes for children aged 5 - 8 years

Location: 13A Bishopdale Court, Bishopdale Mall
Phone: 03 359 8320
Email: recreation@ymcachch.org.nz
Website: www.ymcachch.org.nz
Please note: While great care has been taken in preparing this directory, Bishopdale Community Trust cannot accept any legal responsibility for errors or omissions or for damages resulting from reliance on the information contained on this site.
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