Sports and fitness
Bishopdale Badminton Club
Social badminton for men and women of all ages and abilities. The club meets Tuesdays 1pm - 3pm at the Bishopdale Recreation Centre and costs $8 per session.
Location: Bishopdale Recreation Centre, 13A Bishopdale Court
Phone: Jackie on 022 072 1656
Email: jackie.derose30@gmail.com
Bishopdale Ramblers
The Ramblers meet Wednesdays to enjoy the outdoors and each other’s company for a 7 - 8 km walk, stopping for morning tea and lunch.
Phone: Call Jonathan on 021 151 3094 for more information.
Email: 2fortiter@gmail.com
Bishopdale Recreation Centre
Home to Elevate Fitness and the Pūmanawa Early Learning Centre, the large centre also hosts The Kind Foundation’s recreation term programmes for children, as well as many sports competitions and large events. Squash courts are also available for casual use.
Location: 13A Bishopdale Court
Phone: 03 359 8320
Website: thekindfoundation.org.nz/our-places/bishopdale-recreation-centre/
Bishopdale Tennis Club
A small friendly club offering tennis at all levels for adults and children all year round. It offers social tennis and, for more serious players, club tournaments and interclub.
Location: 35 Leacroft Street
Email: bishopdaletennis@gmail.com
Website: clubspark.kiwi/BishopdaleTennisClub
Bishopdale Tramping Club
The club organises day tramps on Wednesdays over a wide range of tracks on public reserves, regional parks, forests and private farmland throughout Christchurch, Mid and North Canterbury. Each trip leaves the car park at Bishopdale at 8:30 am (or occasionally at 8:00 am) and returns by about 5 pm.
Location: Bishopdale Mall Carpark
Email: secretary@bishopdaletrampers.org.nz
Web: bishopdaletrampers.org.nz
Bowls Papanui
A fully integrated club with an excellent club spirit built on inclusiveness and friendliness. We welcome new members of all ages, including experienced bowlers and those wishing to begin playing lawn bowls.
Location: 181 Condell Avenue
Phone: 03 352 9399
Email: bowlspapanui@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.bowlspapanui.co.nz
Burnside Scottish Country Dance Club
Thursdays 8pm-10p at the Church Hall, St Paul’s Church. Come and join us for fun, friendship and fitness, beginners are welcome. Wear soft soled shoes.
Location: 1A Harewood Road
Phone: 03 327 0193
Email: bealey47@hotmail.com
Chans Martial Arts - Papanui
Teaches Kung Fu and Tai Chi on Monday and Wednesday evenings.
Enjoy injury free and technical training that is suitable for all ages and abilities. Train in a safe, controlled, stress free environment. Learn from experienced instructors in an organisation that believes in classic values, loyalty and honour. Tai Chi Chuan is practiced for health and self-defense.
Location: New Apostolic Church, 352 Wairakei Road
Phone: Nick Haslett (Kung Fu) on 027 406 0337 or Manle Chan (Tai Chi) on 021 027 59028
Email: papanuicma@gmail.com or manle.chan@hotmail.com
Web: www.chansmartialarts.com/papanui
Delta Rythmic Gymnastics
Delta Rhythmic Gymnastics Club is affiliated with Gymnastics New Zealand and offers recreational and competitive rhythmic gymnastics to girls age 5+.
Location: Breens Intermediate School, 85 Breens Road
Email: admin@delta.org.nz
Web: delta.org.nz
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 & Breens Intermediate, 85 Breens Road
Email: eclipsemarchingteams@gmail.com
Web: www.facebook.com/eclipsemarching
Elevate Fitness
At Bishop[dale Recreation Centre, Older Adults Programme ($7 per class) and Sit & Be Fit ($5.50 per class), an exclusive range of different programmes for different abilities from Circuit, Step, Zumba Gold to drop-in Pickleball and Badminton to Sit & Be Fit.- a low impact seated exercise class with coffee/tea and a chat afterwards.
Location: Bishopdale Recreation Centre, 13A Bishopdale Court, Bishopdale Mall
Phone: 03 359 8320
Web: thekindfoundation.org.nz/our-places/elevatebishopdale/
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: region22nz@gkrkarate.com
Web: www.gkrkarate.com/locations/listing/gkr-karate-bishopdale/
Harewood Table Tennis Club
A friendly club with six tables. We cater for all abilities from beginners to elite. Monday, 7.15-9.30pm, except public holidays.
Location: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Community Centre, 13 Bishopdale Court
Phone: David Duggan on 027 272 3132
Email: dvddggn@gmail.com
Marist Western Suburbs Rugby League Club
Our local Rugby League club. The club is also available as a venue for hire.
Location: 43A Leacroft Street
Phone: Bryn Thomson on 027 222 6039
Email: thomsonbryn@gmail.com
Web: facebook.com/Marist-Western-Suburbs-League-Club-Christchurch-353052001982495/
Merlins Netball Club
Offers a range of teams from Future Ferns, for young players, to social teams for adults. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, Merlin's Netball Club provides an opportunity for growth and fun!
Location: Papanui Club, 301 Sawyers Arms Road
Phone: Lyn-Marie on 022 072 0149
Email: merlinsnetballclub@gmail.com
Web: www.sporty.co.nz/merlinsnetball
North West Hikers
Hiking and tramping for leisure and pleasure is the aim of the club. With many varied hikes and tramps that suit different levels of fitness, we are able to explore many parts of the greater Christchurch and Canterbury areas.
Location: Bishopdale Mall
Phone: Maureen on 03 352 5473
Email: momee@hotmail.co.nz
Papanui Club
The club provides a range of sport and fitness activities to its members including corn hole, outdoor bowls, indoor bowls, darts, golf, fishing, leisure marching, netball, petanque, pool, table tennis and walking.
Location: 310 Sawyers Arms Road
Phone: 03 359 9586
Email: reception@papanuiclub.co.nz
Website: www.papanuiclub.co.nz
Sakura Kan Jiu 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/people/Sakura-Kan-Jiu-Jitsu-Christchurch/100063502005514/
Tai Chi & Qigong Classes
Mondays. Experienced class - 11:15 am, Beginners class - 12:30pm
Location: North City Church, 95 Sawyers Arms Rd
Web: www.taichiwell.co.nz
Vicky Hamilton Line Dance
Monday 10:30am beginner class, Thursday 12:30pm Intermediate/ advanced.
Location: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre, 13 Bishopdale Court
Phone: 027 388 8929
Email: gvhamilton@gmail.com
Web: www.facebook.com/vicky.linedance/
Women's Social Walking Group
Enjoy a range of walks around the local area and stay afterwards to enjoy good company and a cuppa. Wear appropriate shoes and clothing suitable for weather conditions. The group meets at The Hub every Tuesday at 9:30 am (summer) and 10:00 am (winter). $30 per year subscription but you are more than welcome to try us out for free!
Location: 94 Farrington Avenue
Phone: 03 359 1741 or 027 459 1741
Email: office@bishopdalecommunity.org.nz
Website: www.bishopdalecommunity.org.nz