It's a big step, taking your first steps. In our classes you help your child navigate challenges, improve gross motor skills, balance and just have fun.
There is a great range of preschool programs available, from Baby Gym, Tiny Movers, Kindy Gym or Kindy Gym for preschool organisations, check out the classes below or download the brochure here
Term 4 No session date: Thurs 9 Oct, Friday 17 Oct, Wednesday 22 Oct, Mon 27 Oct, Thurs 13 Nov, Friday 14 Nov, Tuesday 18 Nov to Friday 21 Nov (4 days) and Friday 28 Nov.
6 – 18 Months
Crawling babies will enjoy 45 minutes of movement, ball handling, obstacle course, tunnels and sensory mat.
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Crawling babies will enjoy 45 minutes of movement, ball handling, obstacle course with slopes, tunnels, sensory mat with different textures to experience and challenge our little ones.
Ideal for:
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| Tuesday 7, 14, 21 October | 11.15am – 12pm | 3 sessions | $21 per child |
| Friday 24, 31 Oct + 7 Nov | 11.15am – 12pm | 3 sessions | $21 per child |
| Wednesday 29 Oct, 5, 12 Nov | 11.15am – 12pm | 3 sessions | $21 per child |
| Tuesday 25 Nov, 2, 9 Dec | 11.15am – 12pm | 3 sessions | $21 per child |
| Wednesday 3, 10, 17 Dec | 11.15am – 12pm | 3 sessions | $21 per child |
| Friday 5, 12, 19 Dec | 11.15am – 12pm | 3 sessions | $21 per child |
Cost is $21 for a set of three classes.
Bookings are essential. Classes are limited to 12.
Book and pay at Te Rauparaha Arena Reception or phone (04) 237 1521 to make a credit card payment Preschool booking form (pdf)
Book your place at least 2 days before the class starts
By booking a place, you are committing to attending, and paying $21 for 3 classes
Absences from class
There are no refunds or transfers for missed classes.
Withdrawal from class:
There are no withdrawals on the day of the class – you will be charged whether you attend or not.
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
Fees are non-refundable. When you register you commit to attending the programme. Payment will be required unless you notify your withdrawal to Lynda McAndrew (details below) at least two working days (Monday – Friday) before the programme runs. Withdrawal will not be accepted on the day of the programme (even if your child is sick). You will still be charged if you don't attend.
A parent or caregiver must remain with their preschooler at all times while attending our preschool programmes.
For any queries please contact Lynda McAndrew on 237 3556 or [email protected]
Payment: You can pay at Te Rauparaha Arena reception desk, phone/email us your visa card details or by internet banking: Westpac Porirua 03 0547 0240008 00 ref child’s name+surname/BabyGym
Payment is required before classes begin.
1 (walking) – 2 Years
This class is for walking children aged 1 year – your child needs to be walking to attend this programme (If not yet walking they should attend Baby Gym).
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This class is for the beginner walker to support their milestone of walking, stability on their feet, learning to listen and take action on instructions, interaction with other children. Importantly, it’s about having loads of fun in a group environment with their caregiver.
It is a drop in class, no need to book
Term 4 2025: Monday 6 October – Friday 19 December
| Thursdays | During primary school terms | 11.00am – 12.00pm |
1 (walking) – 4 Years
60 minutes of structured activity, jam-packed hour of movement, dance, adventure and play for your preschooler.
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The Kindy Gym programme is a jam-packed hour of movement, dance, adventure and play for your preschooler.
The class will generally consist of 30 minutes of structured activity, including dance, movement and games, followed by 30 minutes of free time on the gymnastic equipment, and will finish with a game, song or dance.
It is a drop-in class, no need to book
Term 4 dates: Monday 6 October – Friday 19 December
No session dates: Thurs 9 Oct, Friday 17 Oct, Wednesday 22 Oct, Mon 27 Oct, Thurs 13 Nov, Friday 14 Nov, Tuesday 18 Nov to Friday 21 Nov (4 days) and Friday 28 Nov.
| Monday | 9.30–10.30am | |
| Tuesday | 9.30–10.30am | |
| Wednesday | 9.30–10.30am | |
| Thursday | 9.30–10.30am | |
| Friday | 9.30–10.30am |
1–4 years
Adapted Kindy Gym is an inclusive preschool play programme tailored for children with intellectual and learning disabilities and/or autism, aged 1–4.
Adapted Kindy Gym is a partnership programme between Porirua City Council and Special Olympics New Zealand tailored for children with intellectual and learning disabilities and/or Autism, aged 1-4. These inclusive low sensory play sessions are for children who dislike crowded, loud, fast paced environments and flourish better in quieter spaces at their own pace and confidence level.
Adapted Kindy Gym sessions aim to support early motor development, social engagement, and inclusive participation in physical activity for children. This inclusive low sensory play programme is tailored for preschool children who flourish in a quieter environment, with less people and less light exposure, where they can play at their own pace and confidence level. We incorporate scarves, finger puppets, ribbons and even some bubble excitement on occasions.
If the participating child has an under 5yr old sibling with them, they can attend with the child and parent/caregiver but are required to pay also (and need to be 1 year walking – 4 years old).
The price is $5.00 per child, per session. These Adapted Kindy Gym sessions require registration and are not open to the mainstream public.
Mondays: 11am – 12noon
Term 4 dates: Monday 6 October – Monday 15 December
No session dates: Mon 27 October
Is your preschool looking for ideas for trips? Come visit Te Rauparaha Arena for a special hour-long Kindy Gym session just for you.
You'll get half an hour with our instructor doing a variety of activities as a group, including a warm-up, movement, song, dance, locomotion and exercise.
The second half is where the children get "free time" to spend on the equipment – time to explore, gain confidence, challenge themselves, but most of all, have fun!
| Monday | 11am - 12.pm |
| Tuesday | 11am - 12pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 12pm |
| Friday | 11am - 12pm |
We fit the session around our standard timetable. The day and time will be confirmed when booking the session.
$135 for up to 33 children.
Additional children are $4.00 per child.
Bookings are essential.
Book and pay at Te Rauparaha Arena reception or phone (04) 237 1521.
By booking, you are committing to attending a programme and payment will be required.
Withdrawal from class
There are no withdrawals on the day of the class – you will be charged whether you attend or not.
| Term dates: | Term 3 Ends: Last session Friday 19 September |
| Term 4: Monday 6 October - Friday 19 December | |
| NO SESSION DATES: | Thurs 9 Oct, Friday 17 Oct, Wednesday 22 Oct, Mon 27 Oct, Thurs 13 Nov, Friday 14 Nov, Tuesday 18 Nov to Friday 21 Nov (4 days) and Friday 28 Nov. |
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| Contact | Lynda McAndrews |
| Phone | (04) 237 3556 |
| [email protected] | |
| Adress | 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua |
