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: Office on 03 359 0149 or Maree on 027 359 3559
Email: office@stmargaretschurch.org.nz
Bishopdale Recreation Centre Programmes
Recreation programmes for miniball/basketball, gymnastics and Hip Hop dance. Day time Gymnastics classes for pre-schoolers and Bring your Baby exercise classes twice a week and Gym access for Mums and Babies.
Location: 13A Bishopdale Court, Bishopdale Mall
Phone: 03 359 8320
Website: www.thekindfoundation.org.nz/children/recreation
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
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: 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/
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
Web: www.girlguidingnz.org.nz
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
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 Margarets Church, 94 Farrington Avenue
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: nzjjf.org.nz/NZJJF/jujitsu/
Facebook: www.facebook.com
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 027 391 0169
Email: office@bishopdale.org.nz
Website: facebook.com/tinytotsmusicandplay