Wellington Youth Sports Programme
Blind Sport New Zealand with the support of Blind & Low Vision NZ and a wide range of local sport clubs have come together to create a 8-week multi-sport youth programme for children & youth aged 5-21 years. This programme will introduce participants to a wide range of sport and active recreation available to them within the Wellington region. The programme is designed to help participants develop their physical literacy skills while building confidence and new friendships.
Transport - If transport to and from the venue is a barrier to participation, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss different options.
To register, please complete the form below. For more information or if you have any questions please contact Casey at casey@blindsport.kiwi. Once participants have been registered, we will be sending out more details on the activities including any clothing/equipment they need to bring/wear as well as bad weather alternatives if applicable.
Martial Arts
Date: Wednesday 19th February
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m
Location: Khandallah Town Hall, 11 Ganges Road, Khandallah
Cost: Free
More information: Will you be the next karate kid?! This is a great introduction session to karate within a fun and inclusive environment. Please make sure participants wear clothing they can comfortably move in.
Rock Climbing
Date: Saturday 29th February
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m
Location: Fergs Kayaks, 6 Queens Wharf
Cost: $10 per climber
More information: This rock climbing session will have participants racing up the rock wall in no time! This two hour session includes a full hour with the place to ourselves to give climbers the best experience possible. All participants must wear closed toe shoes & require someone 16 years+ to belay them while climbing. Please let us know if this is not possible and we can help organise a volunteer.
Sailing
Session one
Date: Saturday 7th March
Time: 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Titahi Bay Yacht Club, Onepoto Road, Titahi Bay, Porirua 5022
Cost: $10 per sailor
More information: Participants will be out on the water learning to sail in this great session led by Sailability! Participants are invited to attend one or both sailing sessions. More information (including what to wear/bring) will be emailed out in advance.
Sailing
Session two
Date: Saturday 14th March
Time: 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Titahi Bay Yacht Club, Onepoto Road, Titahi Bay, Porirua 5022
Cost: $10 per sailor
More information: Participants will be out on the water learning to sail in this great session led by Sailability! Participants are not required to have attended session one to attend this session. More information (including what to wear/bring) will be emailed out in advance.
Archery
Date: Sunday 15th March
Time: 10:00 a.m - 12:00 p.m
Location: Mana Archery Club, Plimmerton Domain, Plimmerton Drive, Plimmerton
Cost: Free
Age: Due to health & safety reasons, this session is only open to participants 12 years +
More information: Participants will have the chance to test themselves while giving archery a go with the support of Mana Archery Club! More information (including what to wear/bring) will be emailed out in advance.
Surfing & BBQ
Date: Saturday 21st March
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (followed by BBQ)
Location: Lyall Bay Surf Life Saving Club, 78 Lyall Parade, Lyall Bay
Cost: Free
More information: We will be hitting the waves at Lyall Bay to give surfing a go! This will be followed by a tasty BBQ to warm up. More information (including what to wear/bring) will be emailed out in advance. Wet suits will be available to borrow if required.
Coming soon!
Date: Saturday 4th April
Time: TBC
Location: TBC
More information: We are currently finalising details for this session and will update this section as soon as possible!
Registration form
Please complete the below form to register your child for the Wellington Youth Sports Programme. Please note that places for some sessions are limited.