Holiday Programme

July

Cost: 1 carer support day + $20 deposit per day (*Except for Friday 17th July at $30 deposit due to higher activity cost)

July Programme

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Tuesday 7th July – Trampoline Park and Roller Skating 

What an action-packed day! In the morning we kick off at The Lakes orienteering course before bouncing over to the trampolines. After lunch, get ready to roll around the rink on some roller skates and don’t worry, they provide balance supports! 

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Wednesday 8th July – Rocktopia and Bowling 

Let’s hit the climbing walls at Rocktopia in the morning, before trying to hit the pins at the bowling alley in the afternoon! 

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Thursday 9th July – Hamilton Zoo 

Are you an animal lover? Come along today as we head to Hamilton Zoo to check out the animals! You might even learn something new from a zookeeper talk. 

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Friday 10th July – Rotorua Lakes Tour* 

Ducks can travel on land and water – and duckboats can do the same! Join us for a tour of Rotorua on land and lake with some stunning views. 

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“Connected” movie & dinner 

Friday 18th September 

*Times TBD due to screening times 

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What starts out as a road trip turns into a robot uprising! Come check out this great new movie, produced by the guys who made Lego Movie and Into the Spiderverse. We will also grab some dinner; a great way to catch up with your mates. 

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½ carer support day + $30 deposit 

Whiritoa Getaway 

14th - 17th July 

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Whiritoa is a beautiful small town located between Waihi beach and Whangamata. This will be the perfect place to have a break from the city life and to check out the local shops, sights, and the beautiful beach. 

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4 carer support days + $150 deposit 

Raglan Getaway 

28th - 30th August 

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Raglan is a famous summer destination, but it also makes for a cosy winter getaway! Only 45 minutes from Hamilton, we can check out the beautiful Bridal Veil Falls, watch some of the world-famous surfing, peruse some local shops and cafes, or head into the city if the weather turns nasty! 

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3 carer support days + $120 deposit 

Rotorua White Water Rafting 

14th – 16th August 

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We are so excited to meet up with the Auckland crew and paddle on the longest river in the Bay of Plenty, the Rangitaika River. This white-water rafting trip is perfect for those who love high adventure and an adrenaline rush! Please note that the white water rafting component of this trip is contingent on NZ being in Alert Level 1 or lower.

3 carer support days + $180 deposit 

Bowling and Dinner 

Friday 11th September, 5.30pm-9.30pm 

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It’s time to get our bowling shoes on once again for another round of Ten Pin Bowling! To top the night off we will also have a delicious dinner. 

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½ carer support day + $30 deposit 

Recreate National Ball Getaway 

TERM 4 - Friday 6th – Sunday 8th November 

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All Recreate NZ youth and young adult participants are welcome to this inaugural National Ball. We are currently planning a getaway based around the ball; bookings for this will be available in the Term 4 newsletter. 

Queenstown Getaway 

TERM 4 - November, dates TBC

We are very excited for our first BOP trip to Queenstown! We have awesome activities planned such as jetboating, sight-seeing, and road trips. Feel free to also bring some spending money for dinner at a popular burger joint! 

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4 carer support days + $250 + flights 

Disney Night 

Friday 31st July, 5:30pm – 9:30pm 

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Let’s celebrate our first urban back by having an awesome Disney themed party! Dress as your favourite character and get ready for some Disney themed games and a movie (feel free to bring along some Disney DVD options). 

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½ carer support day + $20 deposit 

Girls Pamper Party 

Friday 7th August, 5:30pm-9:30pm 

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We’ve all been missing out on some girly Recreate time! To make up for it, we have a full night planned of spa treatment and relaxation, followed by some pizza and a chick flick. You’ll even make a bath bomb to take home! 

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½ carer support day + $20 deposit 

LIFE SKILLS

Self-Directed Day Programme  

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Thursdays, 30th July -24th September, 9am-4:30pm each week 

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Life Skills is a self-directed day programme focused on developing confidence in certain skills required for independence, socialisation, healthy living and entering the workforce. This programme covers a variety of practical skills including cooking, public transport, fitness, money handling and making friends. This course will consist of up to 4 young people with similar age/ability and will be self-directed by those who participate, with guidance from the recreate facilitator. 

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If you wish to express interest in this 9 week programme, or if you would like further information then please contact Sophie at  

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9 carer support days + $180 deposit