Recreate NZ facilitates Moxie Employment placements with businesses that share our values. The aim is to carefully match Moxie trainees with suitable employers and facilitate a training period that results in permanent, part time employment. Moxie Employment achieves success because trainees already participate in other Recreate NZ programmes, allowing facilitators to deeply understand individuals including their strengths and challenges and can confidently advocate to employers. In some instances, we may suggest you attend other programmes that will support learning in specific skill areas as well as giving us time to get to know you better. We have seen great success in the past few years and are very keen to keep growing this exciting and dynamic employment stream. Moxie Employment placements are arranged with employers as opportunities arise. Employers 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 Employment is arranged with employers as opportunities arise. Placements are then matched with appropriate trainees based on interests, skill, location, and shift times. If you are registered with Recreate NZ and would like to express interest in employment opportunities, please get in touch with the Moxie team, moxie@recreate.org.nz.

Dive into a day of creativity where we'll explore what art Christchurch has to offer and then make some of our own.

Tuesday 1st - Friday 4th July

Camp Hanmer here we come! Get ready for one of our favourite action packed camps! We will be joined by our friends from 'Activity Hanmer' who will lead us through some challenging activities to create trust, confidence, teamwork and friendship! As it will be July (brrr), we will also hit the hotpools for a day of warmth and slides! Come along for 4 days of fun!!

We are going on the search for snow! Come along for a road trip to find some snow to play in followed by some delicious hot chocolates along the way

Come and enjoy a hot drink in Lyttleton before we hop on a ferry to explore what Diamond Harbour has to offer!

Warm up at He Puna Hot Pools, and cool down with some seriously cool badge making! A day of chill vibes and creative flair.

Lock and load for laser tag excitement, then let's do lunch at a tasty restaurant before unleashing the fun with games back at Recreate.

Unleash your inner artist with a morning of painting, then sit back and enjoy a movie on the big screen.

Friday 18th - Sunday 20th July

We are heading to the place of kai - Kaikoura! Put on your chef's hat and bring your plate, because this weekend is all about kai. We will try out some local food, new recipes, and put our skills to the test. If you're feeling adventurous (and hungry!) this is the weekend for you.

Tuesday 22nd July - 9th September (8 weeks)

Community and Gardening days are awesome! These days will be spent at the Richmond Community Garden learning all things gardening - from how to grow vegetables to harvesting the produce as well as groundskeeping skills and some community engagement. Come along as we learn to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. The skills we learn are transferable to employment and aim to prepare our young people for their world.

Tuesday 22nd July - 9th September (8 weeks)

In this course we will delve into the wellbeing principles of Te Whare Tapa Wh?. Through group discussion and practice-based learning, we will identify and strengthen our own pillars of wellbeing. Our goal is to teach healthy habits and practices that will promote wellbeing and help you live a fuller life. A big focus for our activities will be low-impact movement, healthy eating, and mindfulness.

Wednesday 23rd July - 10th September (8 weeks)

Let's get On The Move! Come join us on Wednesday's to learn about why we should stay active, and how we can do it. We will try lots of new ways to stay active like surfing, martial arts, dancing, and heaps more. On The Move is a great opportunity to try new things, find out what activities you like, and build on skills.

Wednesday 23rd July - 10th September (8 weeks)

Get ready to whip up some  culinary and craft magic! This is a skills-based module focused on developing practical and employable skills. Half of the course will focus on building  kitchen confidence and mastering a range of cooking skills. The other half will focus on craft skills with textiles, paint, and hard materials. We will also develop our customer service and sales skills when we take our products to markets.

Get ready to decode and dine. Fill up your tummy with a yummy dinner, before putting your mind to the test. Will we solve the clues and escape the room?

Ready to slide into a great time? Join us for a "Slide Sesh" where we'll make a splash on the hydroslides before diving into a delicious dinner.

Get excited for a full day of browsing some local markets and enjoying a hot drink together before spending the afternoon indulging in some self-care with a manicure treat

Friday 8th -10th August

Join us for an adventurous weekend in stunning Le Bons Bay! We'll hit local trails, soak up the natural surroundings, and wind down with games, good kai, and time to relax together.

Friday 15th - Sunday 17th August

We are heading to Wainui! Get ready for a fun weekend with friends in the beautiful Banks Peninsula! We will explore the area, enjoy a cafe treat, and play lots of games together. Why-Not come to Wainui?!

Step right up for this adventerous Lad's Club Day Out! We have some mystery adventure activities planned, and we'll also go out for burgers and play some outdoor games.

Thursday 28th - Sunday 31st August

Let's escape the city and go to the Wild West Coast! We'll be staying at a beautiful house together where we can soak up all the beautiful scenery. In our down time, we'll go for a high altitude adventure! And to unwind, we'll put our artist hats on and do a painting class.

Thursday 28th - Saturday 30th August

It's Hoki-tika-time! Time for happy days in Hokitika. We're going Thursday - Saturday to enjoy a relax holiday, hike fun trails, and connect with new friends while experiencing the wonders of the region.

Thursday 4th -Sunday 7th September

It's that time of the year, Ski Trip is here! Join us for an epic weekend exploring some of the best slopes down south in beautiful Wanaka. Plus don't forget about apres ski! Great company, games, a cozy fire place and lots of yummy food and laughs.

Friday 5th -Sunday 7th September

Kick back and relax as we head to Hanmer Springs for a cruisy weekend escape. Soak in the hot pools, hang out with friends, and enjoy some well-earned downtime in the mountains.

At Recreate we live by the three P's: Pizza, Pools, and Pals. Put your goggles on and treat yourself to a fun evening with Recreate Friends. Don't forget to save room for dessert - Ice-cream!

Friday 19th - Sunday 21st September

Need a break? Join us for a relaxing weekend on the West Coast. This trip is all about recharging our batteries, we'll enjoy some quiet time together, play some games, and head out for a short walk in the stunning West Coast bush. What could be better?

Sail the seas, soar the skies - why chose one when you can do both? Come join us for a full day of adventures where we will paddle/sail Lyttelton harbour, before heading up the port hills to Zipline through the sky.  

Hope you're feeling creative! We are doing a fun painting class and will have dinner together in New Brighton.

Dinner and Dessert Night! We will be out and about - we'll explore Riverside Market and get a sneaky gelato!

Unleash your inner star at Recreate's Got Talent! Join us for a dazzling evening of performances, from singing to comedy to hidden talents. It's your time to shine (or join the panel of judges). Get ready to be amazed!

Put on your coziest clothes and get ready to enter a magical winter wonderland. We will spend the day tobogganing, make snowmen, and enjoying hot coco. The perfect winter day!

Come dressed as your favorite superhero - capes, masks, and mighty powers welcome! Whether you make your own hero or come as a classic favorite, your mission is to have fun and save the night. We'll create our own Superhero names, play awesome Superhero training games, have a yummy dinner and a Hero dance-off!