Afterschool Activity Zone
Come along to Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and join in some fun afterschool crafts. These sessions run every second Friday afternoon, 3:30 - 4:30 pm during the term. Free and no bookings required. Please check our web calendar for dates. Location: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library Phone: 03 941 7923 Email: library@ccc.govt.nz Web: my.christchurchcitylibraries.com Angela Eastwood PhotographerAngela specialises in maternity and family photography. Location: 61 Highsted Road Phone: 021 148 5742 Web: www.angelaeastwood.co.nz Ayvu Art StudioArt 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, 13 Bishopdale Court Phone: 03 941 7923 Email: library@ccc.govt.nz 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. Contact the church office on 03 359 0149 or Maree on 027 359 3559. 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. Eligibility: Anchor boys: 6 - 8 years; Team: 8 - 11 years; Company: 11 - 18 years Company: Thursdays at 7:15 - 9:00 pm Team: Thursdays at 6:15 - 8:00 pm Anchor: Thursdays at 5:00 - 6:00 pm Location: St Margaret's Presbyterian Church, 94 Farrington Avenue Phone: Phil Mardon on 027 759 8008 Email: philmardon@gmail.com Checkers 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 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: delwyn.ralston@gmail.com Web: www.facebook.com/deltarhythmicgymnastics Girls Brigade 47th Christchurch Company
Girl's Brigade provides a personal development programe for New Zealand girls and young women. Its caring Christian environment encourages development of each girl's unique individual talents. Girls' Brigade equips girls and young women with the social, physical, intellectual and spiritual qualities necessary to take a vital role in our society. The brigade meets on Tuesdays at 5:30 - 7:00 pm. Location: St Margaret's Presbyterian Church, 94 Farrington Avenue Phone: Stephanie Redhead on 027 235 9670 Email: fiona@stmargaretschurch.org.nz Web: www.girlsbrigade.nz 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: Jessica Patterson on 021 030 8376 Email: jpatterson@gkrkarate.com Web: www.gkrkarate.com/locations/listing/gkr-karate-bishopdale/ Helen O'Grady Drama AcademyThe 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: 0800 161 131 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 meet at Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre on Wednesday between 4:00 and 5:30 pm during term time. If you have a girl between 7 to 9 who would like to visit, please contact Girl Guiding NZ at www.girlguidingnz.org.nz or 0800 22 22 92. Location: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre Phone: 0800 22 22 92 Web: www.girlguidingnz.org.nz Little Annie Pop-In PortraitsHave 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.angelaeastwood.co.nz/pop-ins.html Merlins Netball ClubA mainly social club with one team playing in the second grade, four senior teams playing in the third Grade and eight teams playing in the junior grades. Location: Papanui Club, 301 Sawyers Arms Road Phone: Deraulle on 03 352 2400 or 027 243 1248 Email: michaelhope@xtra.co.nz Web: www.sporty.co.nz/merlinsnetball Playgroup
Have a chat and a cuppa while the children play. 10:00 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. A fun and interactive organisation that is proud of its status as the fastest growing uniformed youth organisation in the country. 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 JitsuJuniors (8-11 years) (All Grades) - Monday and Wednesday nights, 6:00 pm – 7:20 pm Intermediates (12-15 years) - Monday and Wednesday nights, 6:00 pm – 7:20 pm Adults (16 years and up) - Monday, Wednesday nights, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm, Saturday 9:30 am - 10:30 am, other sessions by appointment. Children: $50.00 per term - Adults: $50.00 per month - Casual Fee: $10.00 per person/session - Yearly Registration fee: 60.00 per Student - Grading Fee: Varies according to grade Location: Bishopdale-Harewood Scout Den, 18 Raleigh Street Phone: 027 432 8149 or 022 680 8866 Email: chcdojo@jiujitsu.org.nz Web: www.jiujitsu.org.nz 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 Tiny Tots Music & PlayTiny 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 training for children aged 5 - 16 years Gymnastics training for children aged 18 months - 14 years Jazz Hip-Hop 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 |