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Recreate NZ programmes have been designed to meet the needs of participants who have mild to moderate intellectual, physical and/or sensory disabilities.

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Four participants are pictured wearing harnesses and helmets. As they cross across a rocky river a path surrounded by trees is visible in the background.
A participant is pictured wearing a dark green RecreateNZ shirt that reads, “Adventure. Social. Recreation. Education.” Several tables and chairs are pictured in the background.
Six participants are pictured jumping in a group photo on a beach with a calm shoreline and distant tree-covered cliffs visible in the background.
A participant is pictured wearing a helmet and a harness climbing in an outdoor setting surrounded by dense foliage. This photo is taken from above, capturing the young person looking up with a smile. To the left and right of the participant are others holding onto climbing equipment.
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Six participants are pictured smiling and posing for a group photo in a cave on the beach. An opening in the cave is visible in the background.
Two participants are pictured wearing life jackets and swim gear. One participant is smiling and facing the camera with thumbs up. Another participant can be seen on the left smiling with arms crossed. A big tree and forest is visible in the background.
A participant is pictured wearing an orange life vest and smiling broadly with a shoreline and forest landscape in the background.
Four participants are pictured wearing harnesses and helmets. As they cross across a rocky river a path surrounded by trees is visible in the background.
A participant is pictured wearing a dark green RecreateNZ shirt that reads, “Adventure. Social. Recreation. Education.” Several tables and chairs are pictured in the background.
Six participants are pictured jumping in a group photo on a beach with a calm shoreline and distant tree-covered cliffs visible in the background.
A participant is pictured wearing a helmet and a harness climbing in an outdoor setting surrounded by dense foliage. This photo is taken from above, capturing the young person looking up with a smile. To the left and right of the participant are others holding onto climbing equipment.
Two participants are pictured smiling towards the camera for a photo.
Six participants are pictured smiling and posing for a group photo in a cave on the beach. An opening in the cave is visible in the background.
Two participants are pictured wearing life jackets and swim gear. One participant is smiling and facing the camera with thumbs up. Another participant can be seen on the left smiling with arms crossed. A big tree and forest is visible in the background.
A participant is pictured wearing an orange life vest and smiling broadly with a shoreline and forest landscape in the background.
Key Details

Participant Criteria

Please check that your young person meets our participant guidelines to ensure the best experience with Recreate NZ.

Ages Offered

Participants must fall into one of the three age brackets offered:

  • Juniors: ages 10-15
  • Youth: ages 15-25
  • Young Adults: ages 25-35
  • Over 30s (Offered in Auckland and Christchurch)
Participant Guidelines

The following guidelines will be taken into account when determining if a potential participant would benefit from, or be suitable for, Recreate NZ programmes and/or activities: Participants must have

  • The ability to take care of, or assist with, their own personal hygiene.
  • The desire and ability to participate in and complete the programmes attended.
  • The ability to be transported to programme locations.
  • Functional communication skills.
  • Not demonstrated previous wandering off, violent behaviours, or behaviour that causes harm to participants or staff.
  • Be comfortable in group situations and with caregiver ratios not less than 1:3 (resources dictate that Recreate NZ cannot offer 1:1 care).
  • Provide at least two referees, if requested.

These guidelines are not ranked in any order. Compatibility of the participants on any programme(s) will be considered and dependent on the activity or activities planned.

Confirmation Process

New participants will be confirmed following completion of the first programme attended or an initial trial period. Recreate NZ’s decision is final; however, we will be happy to reconsider our decision should circumstances change.

Contact Information

Next up is our registration form below, which can be completed by a parent or caregiver. You will need approximately 20 minutes to complete this form. All this information is important for us to get to know your young person and to ensure we facilitate high-quality and safe programmes.

Once completed, we will organise a phone call and/or a face-to-face meeting to talk about Recreate further.

At any time, should you have any queries or questions regarding the above or Recreate NZ in general, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to connecting with you!

Register

Register a Participant

The registration form below can be completed by a parent or caregiver. All this information is important for us to get to know your young person, to ensure we facilitate high quality and safe programmes. Once completed, our team will review and a face-to-face meeting is required to discuss Recreate further. You can also download a printable form instead.

Registration Form

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Nearest Region
Please select the nearest region you would like to register for.
Participant Details
Please complete the participant's information.

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Health Information
Please complete your young person's health information.
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Fitness & Mobility
Please complete your young person's fitness and mobility information.
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Diet
Please complete your young person's dietary information.
Personal Care
Please complete your young person's personal care information.

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Communication & Socialisation
Please complete your young person's communication and socialisation information.
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Parent or Guardian Details (Primary Contact)
Please complete your primary contact's personal information.
Emergency Contact Details (Secondary Contact)
Please complete your emergency contact's personal information.
Participant Contact Details (if applicable)
Please complete your young person's contact information.

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Family Doctor
Please complete your family doctor's information.
Funding
Please complete your funding information.
Terms and Conditions
Please complete your funding information.
  • I have read and understand the Recreate NZ participant guidelines.
  • l agree that Recreate NZ supervising staff, any other organisations involved and helpers / volunteers will not be legally liable for any accident, injury or occurrence to myself, son or daughter during this programme.
  • While recognising that Recreate staff will be doing their best to ensure care, safety and management of the risks inherent in the activities I am participating in, I accept responsibility for my own actions and safety.In the event of an accident or illness, I authorise the obtaining of any medical assistance on my behalf as may be deemed necessary by the staff of Recreate NZ.
  • I agree that if my behaviour during the course of the programme threatens the wellbeing of staff and other participants, Recreate NZ has the right to send me home and that I will be liable for any costs incurred.
  • I agree to cover the full payment of programmes, including a timely submission of carer support forms, booking fee and shortfall payments.l understand that Recreate NZ will not accept responsibility for loss or damage of personal property.
  • l understand that Recreate NZ will not accept responsibility for loss or damage of personal property.
  • I agree that the above information be added to the Recreate New Zealand Trust database so I can be informed of future programmes of the Trust. I agree that the above information be kept on file for future reference.

l agree to Recreate NZ's Terms and Conditions as listed on their website.

Thank you

We have received your registration and we will be in touch!
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