JUNIOR / 10-15 YEARS
April Holiday Programme
9am-4pm
Thursday 18th April – Pixar & Pizza
Who doesn’t love Pixar? Let’s have a fun day of movies, crafts and homemade pizza for lunch.
Friday 19th April – Kelly Tarltons
Are you a fan of the deep blue? Come along as we discover about all our oceans favourites! Enjoy close encounters with sharks, penguins, different kinds of fish, and more!
Friday 26th April – Kiwi Valley
Join us for a day of excitement and exploration at Kiwi Valley! Dive into nature, meet friendly animals, and enjoy thrilling activities designed just for junior adventurers!
Cost: $150 per day
Kawakawa Bay
Friday 5th – Sunday 7th July
Calling all junior adventurers! Join us for a weekend of fun at Kawakawa Bay. Explore sandy beaches, embark on nature trails, and enjoy exciting beachside activities. Create unforgettable memories in this coastal playground, just waiting to be discovered!
$600
The Wiggles Groove Tour – Auckland
Saturday 28th September
9am–1pm
The Wiggle Groove Tour promises to be an extravaganza of music, laughter, and fun. Featuring all the beloved Wiggles and your favourite songs, this is an experience you won’t want to miss!
$100
Second Saturday Sibling Picnic
Saturday 11th May
9am-1pm
Bring your sibling to Recreate Day! This will be a chance for you to share Recreate with your close sibling or cousin and let them join in the fun. We will be having a delicious picnic and playing some fun games in the park!
$75
Odyssey Sensory Maze
Saturday 1st June
9am-1pm
Get lost in a world of a-maze-ment! Odyssey Sensory Maze will send you on a journey that will invigorate, indulge and challenge your senses as you travel through 13 different zones with special lighting effects, illusions, unusual sounds and darker challenging spaces.
$75
Junior Adventure Weekend
Thursday 18th – Saturday 20th April
During the April School holidays we will embark on an epic adventure! Explore the great outdoors, conquer thrilling challenges, and create fun memories in a weekend filled with excitement and exploration!
$600
YOUTH / 15-25 YEARS
April
Holiday
Programme
9am-4pm
WEEK ONE
Monday 15th April – Rainbows End**
Join us for a fun day at Rainbows End! A place where the fun never ends! Get ready as we will be having a full-on day of thrills, laughs and great fun!
*Southern meeting point available
Tuesday 16th April – Op-Shop Hopping & Crafts
Let’s have a fun day browsing for treasures around Auckland’s greatest Op-shops. Then we’ll spend the afternoon crafting.
Wednesday 17th April – The All Blacks Experience
Dive into the world of rugby with The All-Blacks Experience! Interactive exhibits, challenges, and the history of New Zealand's iconic team await. Unleash your inner rugby star today!
Thursday 18th April – Art-tastic Day
Join us for a day full of art and creativity. We will be exploring some local art exhibitions, and then enjoying some art activities together
Friday 19th April – Seaside Scoops
Cruise along the bay on a charming ferry ride, then indulge in sweet, ice cream by the sea! A perfect seaside experience awaits
WEEK TWO
Monday 22nd April – West Auckland Bowling Day
Are you pin it to win it? Bowl-lieve us, you don’t want to miss out on an exciting day as we head out to our Western office space and enjoy to bowling together!
*Massey/Westgate meeting point available
Tuesday 23rd April – The Great Escape
Embark on an adventure with a thrilling Escape Room challenge. Solve puzzles, decode clues, and race against time. Are you ready to escape?
Wednesday 24th April – Kung Fu Panda Movie Fun
Come and join us for an exciting day celebrating the new showing of Kung Fu Panda 4 with our Recreate friends.
Thursday 25th April - No Holiday Programme due to ANZAC Day
Friday 26th April – Pottery & Botanical Gardens**
This one is for all the art lovers out there. Try your hand at pottery with The Clay Centre, then let’s visit the Botanical Gardens.
$150 per day
**$180 higher cost due to activity
Algies Bay Short Break
Friday 5th July – Sunday 7th July
Algies Bay is a beautiful beach an hour North of Auckland. In our relaxing weekend, we’ll visit some cute donkeys, enjoy the gorgeous scenery, and maybe sneak in a yummy treat!
$600
The Wiggles Groove Tour – Auckland
Saturday 28th September
9am–1pm
The Wiggle Groove Tour promises to be an extravaganza of music, laughter, and fun. Featuring all the beloved Wiggles and your favourite songs, this is an experience you won’t want to miss!
$100
MOXIE
Autumn Series
Welcoming anyone new to MOXIE as well as previous trainees/experts! Join us for a taster of Recreate NZ’s employment skills programmes (MOXIE) over the holiday/summer period! Learning about professional relationships, team building, workplace behaviours and lots of practical skills for home and work life.
All programmes start at the Ellerslie office & youth space plus 1 pick-up location for Kumeu & Waiau Pa if needed.
Tuesday 16th April – Waiau Pa Garden & Orchard
Tending to the garden, picking produce, planting as well as mowing and other maintenance jobs around the lifestyle block.
Wednesday 17th April – Kumeu Garden & Orchard
Mowing, tree-care, weeding, mulching and other maintenance jobs around the orchard.
Friday 26th April – Our Harvest Product Group
Through preserving the produce from our garden and orchard we will learn kitchen safety, follow recipes, use a variety of kitchen equipment.
$150 per day
Mount Maunganui Getaway
Friday 3rd – Sunday 5th May
Are you ready for a beautiful escape? We will be enjoying the stunning white sandy beaches. The little beach paradise is the perfect place to explore, relax, and hang out together!
$600
Whiritoa Getaway
Friday 17th – Sunday 19th May
Prepare for a weekend of exploration in Whiritoa. Our beachfront accommodation allows easy access to bushwalks, rockpools and caves. Neighboring towns Whangamata and Waihi provide plenty of options for activities and retail therapy. A weekend you won’t want to miss.
$600
Camp Epworth
Tuesday 16th July – Friday 19th July
We will be venturing down to the mighty Waikato for four days of jam-packed fun at Camp Epworth. We will be partnering with some awesome outdoor providers to take part in high ropes, archery, flying fox, kayaking and much more! This is an awesome opportunity to reach new heights and make long-lasting friendships.
$800
YOUTH & YOUNG ADULTS
15-35 YEARS
FIRST
FRIDAY!
Every first friday of the month (excluding school holidays) we will be hosting youth and young adults here at Recreate. We love these events at our very own HQ, so lets make the most of it! You won’t want to miss this!
First Friday Salsa Magic
Friday 3rd May
5pm–9pm
Get on your dancing shoes for a night of fun celebrating the Latin American culture. We will learn salsa and bachata and enjoy a Mexican dinner.
$75
First Friday Cultural Night
Friday 7th June
5pm-9pm
Tonight, we celebrate everything that makes us unique! We will be learning about each other’s cultures, sharing our own cultural traditions, and enjoying a delicious potluck style dinner.
$75
First Friday Pirate Party
Friday 5th July
5pm-9pm
Ahoy Mateys! Wear your best eye patch and captain’s hat as we set out to party on the seven seas. This will be a night of pirate games, crafts and much more. Be there or walk the plank!
$75
Moturoa Island Getaway
Tuesday 16th – Friday 19th April
We absolutely love spending time in the winterless north, with its postcard beaches and stunning sunsets. Moturoa Island is located close to Keri Keri, just a short water taxi ride to this island paradise.
$800
Rotorua Getaway
Friday 10th May – Sunday 12th May
Discover Rotorua's Māori culture and natural beauty! Explore bubbling mud pools, geysers, and lush forests. Immerse in Māori culture and unique geothermal spa experiences. A sensory feast and journey of discovery await!
$600
Blue’s Rugby Bonanza
Saturday 11th May
1pm-8pm
Time to prepare our chants, fill our tummies and craft some support posters as we head to Eden Park to watch a game of rugby. We will be backing the Auckland Blues as they take on the Hurricanes.
$150
Girls Club Swan Lake Royal Ballet
GIRLS CLUB
Saturday 11th May
9am – 4pm
Discover the mesmerising elegance of Swan Lake performed by the Royal Ballet. Join us for an unforgettable day of grace and beauty.
$200
Wellness Day Retreat
Saturday 18th May
9am–4pm
Experience serenity at our Wellness Retreat with outdoor yoga, nature meditation, a guided hike, and a healthy picnic lunch. Conclude with a trip to the hot pools for ultimate relaxation.
$150
Taupō Adventure Weekend
Friday 24th May – Sunday 26th May
Join us as we head down to beautiful Lake Taupō for some awesome outdoor fun! This weekend will involve getting active through kayaking and cycling as well as visiting the Craters of the Moon geothermal walkway.
$700
Youth Week Party: Celebration of Us!
Saturday 25th May
9am–4pm
Potential to co-fac if it has interest
For Youth Week 2024, Recreate will host a fun day at our new Auckland premises in celebration of our amazing young people. Come along for a fantastic day of Silent Disco Party, karaoke, yummy food! Bring a story, song, or dance that shows what Recreate means to you and together we will celebrate our wonderful community. See you there!
$150
Girls Club Slumber Party
GIRLS CLUB
Friday 14th – Saturday 15th June
5:00pm – 9:00am
Join us for an interregional slumber party with Recreate Waikato, featuring Harry Potter! Pyjamas, popcorn, and movie magic await for a cosy night in.
$180
Lads Club Burgers and Basketball
LADS CLUB
Saturday 25th May
9am-1pm
The Lads will be going to our Massey Satellite Office for a morning of basketball fun, before having some delicious burgers for lunch!
*Massey/Westgate meeting point available
$85
Midweek Mindfulness Workshop
Wednesday 5th June
5pm–9pm
Come and join us for a relaxing evening. We will be getting into a yoga session, enjoying a shared dinner and learning a few mindfulness techniques together.
$75
Lads Club Dinner and a Movie
LADS CLUB
Friday 21st June
5pm-9pm
The lads will have a classic Friday night, enjoying a delicious dinner together before heading off to a film. This will be a fun and relaxed way to end the busy week!
$100
Papamoa Getaway
Friday 21st June – Sunday 23rd June
Come along for a fun weekend away with friends as we enjoy all Papamoa has to offer! We will be getting out in nature, kicking back at the hot pools and making fun memories with friends.
$600
Matakana Day Trip
Saturday 22nd June
9am–4pm
Eat, shop and play in the beautiful Matakana Village. Just an hour North of Auckland, we will spend the day exploring markets, enjoying delicious food and relaxing with friends.
$150
YOUNG ADULTS / 25-35 YEARS
April Holiday Programme
9am-4pm
WEEK ONE
Monday 15th April – Rainbows End**
Come along for a fun day at Rainbows End! A place where the fun never ends! Get ready as we will be having a full-on day of thrills, laughs and great fun!
*Southern meeting point available
Tuesday 16th April – Autumn Picnic and Scavenger Hunt
Celebrate the beauty of autumn with our Picnic and Scavenger Hunt! Explore nature's wonders, bond with friends, and make lasting memories in the golden hues of the season.
Wednesday 17th April – Thermal Pool & Lunch
Join us for a relaxing day at the hot pools. Relax with friends and enjoy a delicious lunch together.
WEEK TWO
Monday 22nd April – West Auckland Bowling Day
Are you pin it to win it? Bowl-lieve us, you don’t want to miss out on an exciting day as we head out to our Western office space and enjoy to bowling together!
*Massey/Westgate meeting point available
Tuesday 23rd April – Harry Potter Day
Calling all Witches and Wizards! Join us for a fun day of crafts, magic and of course movies.
Wednesday 24th April – The Great Recreate Bake Off
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and unleash your inner baker. Join us for a fun-filled day of baking challenges, creativity, and delicious treats. Are you up for the challenge?
$150 per day
**$180 higher cost due to activity
MOXIE
Autumn Series
Welcoming anyone new to MOXIE as well as previous trainees/experts! Join us for a taster of Recreate NZ’s employment skills programmes (MOXIE) over the holiday/summer period! Learning about professional relationships, team building, workplace behaviours and lots of practical skills for home and work life.
All programmes start at the Ellerslie office & youth space plus 1 pick-up location for Kumeu & Waiau Pa if needed.
Tuesday 16th April – Waiau Pa Garden & Orchard
Tending to the garden, picking produce, planting as well as mowing and other maintenance jobs around the lifestyle block.
Wednesday 17th April – Kumeu Garden & Orchard
Mowing, tree-care, weeding, mulching and other maintenance jobs around the orchard.
Friday 26th April – Our Harvest Product Group
Through preserving the produce from our garden and orchard we will learn kitchen safety, follow recipes, use a variety of kitchen equipment.
$150 per day
Auckland Staycation
Friday 17th - Sunday 19th May
Let’s relax and enjoy the local beauties around Auckland together, as we spend the weekend exploring all of Auckland gems right on our doorstep!
$600
Onemana Getaway
Friday 14th – Sunday 16th June
Onemana is a beach village on the eastern side of the Coromandel Peninsula. With the beach right on our doorstep there are plenty of opportunities for exploration and adventure. Then in the evenings, there will be time to relax in our accommodation’s spa pool.
$600
Mid Week Opportunities
YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS / 15-35 YEARS
Life Skills
Creativity Club
Tuesdays, 9:00am-4:00pm
7th May – 2nd July (9 Weeks)
Creativity Club will focus on different pathways to creative expression. Aimed at all skill levels, all that is required is a willingness to get creative and have some fun!
This may include drawing, painting, collage, photography, sculpture, and trips out to access the arts within our community!
$1125
Life Skills
Cooking and
Healthy Eating
Thursdays, 9.00am-4.00pm,
9th May – 4th July (9 Weeks)
Cooking and Healthy eating is a Life Skills Module that focuses on cooking basics, kitchen hygiene, nutrition, and balanced meals. Participants will spend the morning planning and budgeting meals then will learn to cook them. Each week we will learn and cook something different giving our young people the confidence to live healthy, independent lifestyles.
$1125
Life Skills
Wednesday Social Club
Wednesdays, 9:00am-4:00pm
8th May – 3rd July (9 Weeks)
A self-directed fun day each week! As a group we will plan a term of awesome activities. We’ll be focusing on forming friendships, having fun, and learning how to organise our social lives. Come and discover some new fun with us!
$1125
Life Skills
Thursday Social Club
Thursdays, 9:00am-4:00pm
9th May – 4th July (9 Weeks)
A self-directed fun day each week! As a group we will plan a term of awesome activities. We’ll be focusing on forming friendships, having fun, and learning how to organise our social lives. Come and discover some new fun with us!
$1125
Moxie
MOXIE stands for Meaningful
Opportunities X’ing Into
Employment.
MOXIE is a series of projects that provide
meaningful work experience that you could get
involved with! MOXIE has two distinct offerings:
Internal MOXIE
programmes are led by
Recreate NZ facilitators
and are designed to grow
soft and hard skills for the
workplace.
When the young person expresses interest in pursuing paid
employment, we can provide placement opportunities through
our external MOXIE programmes. We ensure young people
are given the opportunity to showcase their skills over a period
of time, therefore eliminating existing misconceptions around
disability.
Within the education stream at Recreate NZ, our expectation
is that young people develop skills in order to progress through
to other opportunities. Over the coming year we will be
developing an outcomes tool to track the growth of individuals
through MOXIE programmes. This will help ensure achievements
are celebrated and people are moving on to other challenges as
MOXIE skills are accomplished. We love to see trainees continue
development in other areas of their lives, as well as new young
people coming through to give MOXIE opportunities a go.
To cater to the need for mid-week social connections, we
have created Life Skills Social Club. This full day offering is for young people to continue learning through
creative and social means.
If you wish to express interest or want more information, please
get in touch with us at moxie@recreate.org.nz
MOXIE Work Placements
As mentioned in the MOXIE introduction, we are working with employers to create a shared vision of success for young people. This is done through a step-by-step training process, with hands on support from Recreate NZ.
To be eligible for our MOXIE Work Experience, one must have completed a Mid-Week programme at Recreate NZ, either Life Skills or MOXIE focused. The intention is that the trainee will gain paid employment at the end of unpaid training period.
We have seen great success in the past few years and we are very keen to keep growing this exciting and dynamic employment stream. MOXIE training is arranged with employers as opportunities arise. Placements are then matched with appropriate trainees based on interests, skill, location, and shift times. We will do our best to find work for all who are interested, but suggest you continue your own investigations too.
Please note: we cannot guarantee immediate work placements. MOXIE training is arranged with employers as opportunities arise. Placements are then matched with appropriate trainees based on interests, skill, location, and shift times.
If you have completed other Recreate mid-week programmes, please express your interest to Josephine by emailing
Life Skills
On The Move
Thursdays, 9.00am-4.00pm
9th May – 4th July (9 Weeks)
On the Move is all about living an active and healthy life! This Life Skills module focuses on learning healthy habits and having fun getting active. This may include martial arts, dancing, or trampolining. Each new activity will give our young people a chance to discover interests that lead them into a sustainable active lifestyle.
$1125
Product Making Group
Tuesdays 9:00am-4:00pm,
7th May – 2nd July (9 Weeks)
This team makes delicious products from the fruit and veg grown in the MOXIE garden/orchard at the Gribblehurst Hub kitchen! Products are then sold as Our Harvest preserves, growing goodness together! This programme will develop kitchen skills, recipe knowledge, kitchen safety and working with others.
* The duration of Product Making Group has changed to align with all other MOXIE programmes. If you have any questions please get in touch.
$1125
Waiau Pa Garden
Tuesdays 9:00am-4:00pm,
7th May – 2nd July (9 Weeks)
This team will be growing goodness in the MOXIE garden! Meeting at Recreate NZ, we will travel to south to mow (push mower & ride-on), dig, sow, tend and harvest produce for the Our Harvest kitchen. There is a focus on health and safety awareness, working in a team, building resilience and focus, interpersonal skills, and other personal strengths for the workplace.
$1125
Community and Careers Club
Wednesdays 9:00am-4:00pm,
8th May – 3rd July (9 Weeks)
This programme is all about getting out into the community and working towards a path of employment. We will be volunteering and exploring different community organisations, seeing all different options for work. We will also learn office skills, create CV’s, work on interpersonal skills and much more!
$1125
Kumeu Orchard
Wednesdays 9:00am-4:00pm
8th May – 3rd July (9 Weeks)
This group tends to the MOXIE orchard and learns work skills that can be used throughout life. We use specific equipment (push mower, ride-on, weed-eater etc.), pick fruit and maintain trees. There is a focus on health and safety awareness, working in a team, building resilience and focus, interpersonal skills and other personal strengths for the workplace.
$1125