Community Notices 19 October 2023

The Rāroan —

Aikido for juniors

Aikido is a martial art with a difference, its focus being on defence rather than attack: a non-violent, defensive art. Aikido is renowned for its benefits for self-control, co-ordination and posture, and like all martial arts promotes confidence and provides fun, fitness and friendship. 

 We are a not-for-profit organisation teaching the art of aikido, based in Kaiwharawhara, in our 30th year. 

 Classes for ‘Aiki Kids’ (around 6+ to 12 years) 5:30pm every Monday in school terms, and our ‘Aiki Teens’ train every Monday and Wednesday 6:30pm. 

 First 3 lessons free, then $80 per term, with 10% discount for families. 

 City Dojo, 132 Hutt Rd, Kaiwharawhara, Wellington, directly above Animates pet shop. 

 Turn up and give Aikido a try - and parents, you can join in too :-). 

 Contact Conrad at conrad@aikido.org.nz or 021 843 467, or visit www.aikido.org.nz.

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If your child loves doing cartwheels, handstands, trampolining, flips, dancing, or parkour, then they will thrive at Bigair Gym! 

Bigair Gym classes are excellent for fun, focus and fitness! Children learn new skills and develop personal confidence and self-achievement! Strong focus is given to safety and technique, ranging from fundamentals to advanced skills. The structured classes follow a Bigair Badge Programme, which creates focused learning, and allows children to achieve and feel personal progression! 

Bigair classes include GYMNASTICS, TRAMPOLINING, TUMBLING, FREE RUNNING (that's parkour with flips) & CHEERLEADING! Inquire about Bigair BIRTHDAY PARTIES too!

GET IN QUICK FOR TERM 4 GYM CLASSES! Book NOW. Book online at www.bigairgym.co.nz or contact your local Bigair Gym office today.

Bigair Gymsports Kapiti ph. 297 0400 e. kapiti@bigairgym.co.nz

Bigair Gym Owhiro Bay ph. 383 8779 e. wgtn@bigairgym.co.nz

Bigair Gym Tawa ph. 232 3508 e. office@bigairgym.co.nz


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Want to learn new skills, get outdoors, and have fun? The skills you learn in athletics are the perfect foundation for almost any sport.

Every student can give athletics a go. Our local athletics club, Olympic Harriers, is welcoming new members now and we encourage students to get involved and get active.

Contact details for all athletics clubs nationwide are available here athletics.org.nz/FindaClub and become a member.