Term-time Opportunities
Athlete Development Academy
At athlete development we want kiwi kids to be the most capable young people in the world when it comes to engaging with physical activity and sports.
By helping to develop kids who are robust and resilient, we allow them to avoid injury and make the most of training and games. Building confidence and independence allows kids to improve their problem-solving skills and deal with difficult situations as they arise in any setting. By growing athletic and competent movers, we allow kids to be the best they can be.
For further information click here.
Basketball - Junior Breakers, Girls Only
The Girls Skills Development Program proudly champions confidence, empowerment, and opportunity — creating a dedicated space where young female athletes can grow their love for basketball and take their game to the next level.
HOCKEY
March 2026
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March 2026 - East Coast Bays Hockey are excited to introduce a dedicated Winter Youth Grade for Year 8–10 players. This competition offers meaningful game time, alongside professional coaching and structured skill development for players of all abilities.
Key Details:
• Competition runs throughout Term 2
• 10-week season
• Games played Sunday mornings at the National Hockey Centre, Bush Road, Rosedale
• Boys & Girls A and B Grades (no mixed gender grades)
2026 Season Dates:
• Season starts: 19 April
• Finals Day: 28 June
• No games on King’s Birthday Weekend
Trial Date:
Saturday 14 March
National Hockey Centre, Bush Road, Rosedale (Cello 1 Turf)
• Girls: 11:00am – 12:30pm
• Boys: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Eligibility:
• Open to students in Years 8–10
• Year 8 players must also play in their school’s intermediate team to be eligible for the NHHA Youth Grade Winter Competition
More information and registration details can be found at: www.ecbhockey.co.nz
Marist Rugby Club
Marist Rugby club has teams for boys and girls aged 5–17yrs.
This is across both rippa and tackle rugby.
For more information
Netball - community event
Shore City is excited to invite your students to a special in-centre activation with three stars from the GoSweetSpot Mystics Netball team — Maia Wilson, Tayla Earle and Charlotte Manley.
This is a unique opportunity for students to meet professional athletes, get active, and enjoy some fun competition in a safe, supportive environment. We’d love to see your students there to cheer, shoot, and be part of the action.
📅 Friday 10 April
⏰ 1.00pm-2.00pm
📍 Shore City, Takapuna
🎉 What’s happening on the day?
🏐 Mystics Goal Competition
Score as many goals as you can in 30 seconds! The top scorer will take home an epic prize pack:
- 2x $100 Platypus Shoes vouchers
- 1x Pure Sports Nutrition Pack, worth $150
- 1x Skins $100 Voucher
- 1x GoSweetSpot Mystics Home Game Ticket
- 1x Pure Sports Hydration Starter Pack
🎟 Lucky Numbers Raffle (first 300 participants!)
Take a number on arrival, listen out for your number at 2pm, and you could win one of the following:
- 1x $50 New World Gift Hamper
- 1x $100 Platypus Shoes voucher
- 1x Pure Sports Hydration Starter Pack
Plus there will be loads of spot prizes on the day, including ‘Best Dressed’, who will win a signed match ball!
🏐 What do you need to do?
Please share this email and flyer with your sports department and include it in your next newsletter.
To take part in the goal competition, simply register your interest by completing our form: https://www.shore-city.co.nz/event-and-offers/Mystics-Goal-Competition
We look forward to seeing you courtside at Shore City! 🏐💙
The Shore City Team
Orienteering
Auckland Summer Nav Series is great way to:
- get out in the Auckland parks
- experience the sport of Orienteering
- practice map reading
- navigation improve your fitness
- explore areas you may not have visited before
Rugby Training
We are Arlo Leith and Jacob Buckley, we are running a Rugby Skills Holiday Camp this April aimed at intermediate school players looking to take their game to the next level.
The sessions will focus on improving core rugby skills such as passing accuracy, tackling technique, footwork, decision making, and game awareness through structured drills and competitive game scenarios.
I captained the First XV last year and have competed at regional and national level, while Jacob is an Academy of Sport athlete and a strong leader within school rugby. We are passionate about helping developing players improve their skills and confidence.
Camp sessions will run during the school holidays:
• Wednesday 15 April — 1:00pm-4:00pm
• Friday 17 April — 9:00am-12:00pm
Spots are limited to 50 players per session to ensure high-quality coaching and individual attention.
If possible, we would greatly appreciate you including the registration link in your school newsletter or sharing it with students and parents who may be interested.
Intermediate Registration:
https://forms.gle/zPNZyixMakZTXrC16
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
Kind regards,
Arlo Leith
029 052 757 46
Jacob Buckley
021 090 588 47
Snow Sports - Snow Planet
SnowPlanet offer a variety of options for those interested in Snow sports.
High Flyers
Snow sports program for high school students in Auckland, who are interested in learning to ski or snowboard.
Term 1, 2026
Squash - Browns Bay Racquet Club
Junior/Intermediate
Friday 4pm - 6pm
Browns Bay Racquets Club has a significant group of Junior Squash players attending the weekly Junior Club night which runs on Friday nights from 4pm to 6pm.
We are very lucky to have amazing coaches here at BBRC. For more on coaching please see our Coaching Page
Squash - North Shore Squash Club
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Following the recent Intermediate Schools Squash Zone Day, North Shore Squash Club is delighted to invite students from your school to attend a series of FREE junior squash sessions at our club.
These sessions are designed to give students the opportunity to further develop their squash skills in a fun, welcoming, and supportive environment. Whether they are completely new to the sport or have already discovered a passion for squash, all abilities are welcome.
Session Details
📅 Tuesday 23rd and 30th June
🕓 From 3.30pm - 5.15pm
📍 North Shore Squash Club, Takapuna
💲 Completely FREE
Students will receive coaching from our qualified coaches alongside some of our A Grade players. The sessions will focus on skill development, game play, movement, and most importantly, enjoying the sport and making new friends.
All equipment can be provided if required, so students simply need to bring suitable sports clothing and non-marking sports shoes.
We would be grateful if you could share this opportunity with interested students, parents, and members of your school community.
Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
If you have a collection of pupils wishing to come down please let us know! There is no obligation for teachers to do anything once pupils are at North Shore - they will be in good hands!
We look forward to welcoming your students to North Shore Squash Club and helping them continue their sporting journey.
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Holiday Opportunities
Athlete Development - cross code
For ages 10-14
The Athlete Development Holiday Academy is an immersive holiday programme for young people aged 10 – 14 who love to move. The focus is on being active and learning through having fun while engaging in movement challenges and exercises to enhance their development. Our coaches are experts in youth athletic development and are here to support your child in all aspects of their athletic journey.
Information here.
Basketball - Junior Breakers
KEY INFORMATION
Suitable for 5-16 year olds
Cater to all skill levels
2 & 3 day options
8:30am-2:00pm (Normal camp time)
Early drop-off and late pick-up available 7:45am-3:30pm
Free Junior Breakers t-shirt
NZ Police vetted and BNZ Breakers accredited coaches
Certificate of completion signed by a BNZ Breakers player & great past player
Basketball - Swish Factory
Elevate your game
Beginners to elite - all ballers welcome!
The ultimate playground for ballers! Whether you’re here to run fast breaks with friends or perfect your shot, Swish is the place to unleash your potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and an unbeatable atmosphere, every shot you take is more than just a play - its a game changer.
Click here for information.
Netball Community Event
March 2026 -
Shore City is excited to invite your students to a special in-centre activation with three stars from the GoSweetSpot Mystics Netball team — Maia Wilson, Tayla Earle and Charlotte Manley.
This is a unique opportunity for students to meet professional athletes, get active, and enjoy some fun competition in a safe, supportive environment. We’d love to see your students there to cheer, shoot, and be part of the action.
📅 Friday 10 April
⏰ 1.00pm-2.00pm
📍 Shore City, Takapuna
🎉 What’s happening on the day?
🏐 Mystics Goal Competition
Score as many goals as you can in 30 seconds! The top scorer will take home an epic prize pack:
- 2x $100 Platypus Shoes vouchers
- 1x Pure Sports Nutrition Pack, worth $150
- 1x Skins $100 Voucher
- 1x GoSweetSpot Mystics Home Game Ticket
- 1x Pure Sports Hydration Starter Pack
🎟 Lucky Numbers Raffle (first 300 participants!)
Take a number on arrival, listen out for your number at 2pm, and you could win one of the following:
- 1x $50 New World Gift Hamper
- 1x $100 Platypus Shoes voucher
- 1x Pure Sports Hydration Starter Pack
Plus there will be loads of spot prizes on the day, including ‘Best Dressed’, who will win a signed match ball!
🏐 What do you need to do?
Please share this email and flyer with your sports department and include it in your next newsletter.
To take part in the goal competition, simply register your interest by completing our form: https://www.shore-city.co.nz/event-and-offers/Mystics-Goal-Competition
We look forward to seeing you courtside at Shore City! 🏐💙
The Shore City Team
Rugby - Future 1st XV Rugby Holiday Program
Future 1st XV Rugby Holiday Program 2.0 these upcoming Winter School Holidays and would like to offer it to your students.
The first program earlier this year was very successful, with players showing clear improvement in confidence, contact skills, game understanding, and overall rugby development in a structured and positive environment.
Due to small-group coaching and high demand, spaces for this upcoming program are strictly limited.
PROGRAM DETAILS
📍 Ashley Reserve, Long Bay
📅 Monday 6th – Wednesday 8th July 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Daily)
PRICING
- 1-Day Pass – $69
• 2-Day Pass – $99
• Full 3-Day Program – $129
COACHING TEAM
- Arlo Leith – Former Westlake Boys First XV Captain (2025)
• Levi Leith – Current Westlake Boys First XV Captain
• Niko Jelas – Blues U20 Representative, Former Westlake Boys First XV
• Jacob Buckley – Former Academy of Sport Athlete
• Jacob Ludlow – Silverdale U21 Captain
• Liam Joubert – Westlake Boys First XV Wider Squad Member
KEY FOCUS AREAS
🏉 Skill development & game understanding
🏉 Contact confidence & safe technique
🏉 Speed, agility & conditioning
🏉 Tactical awareness
🏉 Competitive small-sided games
We would greatly appreciate it if you could include this opportunity in your school newsletter or share it with interested students and families.
Registration Link:
https://forms.gle/dWCnoyJ2BJ3McQ677
Kind regards,
Arlo Leith
Future 1st XV Rugby Holiday Program
Snow Sports - Snow Planet
After School & Holiday Programs
Find the Right After School Program or School Holiday Program for Your Child
Rip ‘n’ Ride Academy
A weekly term program to learn the fundamental movement in skiing and snowboarding for children aged 5 to 16.
This 90-minute group ski or snowboard program caters to first-timers through to experienced riders. Led by a qualified Ski & Board School Instructor, sessions run in a fun, supportive environment, focusing on speed control and turning fundamentals. As skills progress, coaching advances to edge control, parallel turns (skiers), carved turns, and may include an introduction to terrain park features like basic jumps and boxes.
- Minimum age requirements apply (ski: 5+, snowboard: 7+).
- Program placement is based on ability; the program follows a structured progression and requires consistent attendance.
- Skis or snowboard, boots, and helmets are provided as part of the program (clothing is not included).
- Missed sessions may be eligible for a make-up only in cases of sickness or injury, where Snowplanet is notified before the session starts. Make-ups are limited, subject to availability, and progression requirements apply.
For any enquiries please email juliette@snowplanet.co.nz
Term 2 registrations are closed. Term 3 enrollments are open, book now!
TERM 3, 2026
10 Weeks
Monday 20th July to 26th September
Pick a day that works for you!
Mon, Tues, Thurs or Fri
- 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
OR
Saturdays
- 10:00 am – 11:30 am
School Holiday Programs
Offers a great environment for children aged 5-16 years to learn and progress in the world of snow sports.
Throughout the program children are separated into groups depending on their age, skill level and choice of skiing or snowboarding, and are instructed by our friendly Ski & Board School instructors to advance their snowsports skills.
July 2026
5-Day Program
Monday 6th July to Friday 10th July
The program will run on Matariki (Friday 10th July) as usual.
Monday 13th July to Friday 17th July
Start times:
- 9:00 am – 11:00 am
- 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Squash - Browns Bay Racquet
Squash - North Shore Squash Club
We’re doing it all again these July School Holidays!
If you’ve joined us over before, you already know how much fun our Squash Stars Holiday Programme is - loads of energy, heaps of friends, and so much more than just squash!
Squash for all levels
Arts & crafts
Games & activities
6th – 17th July | 8.30am-4pm
North Shore Squash Club
Whether your child is returning or trying it out for the first time, we’d love to have them with us these holidays. Come along for active days, new skills, and plenty of fun!
Contact Lisa: admin@northshoresquash.co.nz
More info & booking: website
Let’s make these holidays another great one! 
