AUCKLAND CENTRAL 

Like all Youthtown activities, the after school programme is something everyone enjoys and looks forward to. Run by experienced and dedicated staff, the programme runs from 3pm – 6pm and caters for children aged 5 – 13-years old. 

Safety first

All Youthtown programmes are recognised by OSCAR and built around comprehensive safety policies and procedures. Staff to child ratios differ depending on the activity taking place:

1:10 (standard after school programme)
1:8 (day trips)
1:5 (water-based activities e.g. swimming) 

So what’s on offer? 

• 5 & 6 year olds

The junior programme is all about making new friends, starting new hobbies and getting active. 

We provide a lovely bright and well resourced room exclusively for five and six year olds, with lots of new toys and games to play with.  We have a caring and experienced team of supervisors and tutors dedicated to looking after your child and teaching them new skills.

• Fun trips
• On-site swimming
• Cooking
• Art workshops with a professional art tutor
• Sport, games, craft and free play
• Assistance with homework
• Pick-up from school and afternoon tea included

There’s so much choice, the only hard bit is deciding what to do next! Enrol now and join the fun!

• 7 – 13 year olds

Whether your child wants to tackle their homework, unleash their creative side or gear up for some sporting action, Youthtown runs a great range of activities as part of their after school programme.  

Run in a safe and nurturing environment, each afternoon is kicked off with a ‘fair play’ briefing and a nutritious afternoon tea (menu is displayed on notice board for parents’ reference). 

Activities are categorised into zones. These include: 

GYM ZONE

Fun and innovative team games like soccer, badminton and volleyball are run regularly each afternoon – a healthy and productive way of burning excess energy!  

COOKING ZONE

Mmmm mmmm! The cooking zone operates three times a week and is a great place for kids to master fun and simple recipes (not to mention the art of cleaning up)!  

ACTION ZONE

The ultimate place to chill out after a hard day at school! Sing Star, Buzz, dress ups, pool, table tennis and marbles are just some of the cool things kids can get up to. 

DISCOVERY CENTRE

Who knew learning could be so much fun?! The Discovery Centre is a place where kids can launch into their homework under the watchful eye of our Discovery Centre coordinators. Once homework is complete, fun quizzes, board games and other cool activities make the Discovery Centre come to life!  

Join the club!

Children enrolled in Youthtown’s after school programme can choose to join specialist clubs at no extra cost! Homework club, art club, cultural club, dance club and sewing club are just some of the groups on offer. New clubs are added each term which means fun and learning at Youthtown is forever evolving! 

Art clubs

Always buzzing with excitement, Youthtown’s art programmes provide fuel for creative minds after the school bell rings. With a range of clubs, projects and age appropriate activities to choose from, kids can let their imaginations run wild and their ideas take flight! 

Rain, hail or shine!

Whatever the weather, nothing can dampen Youthtown’s after school programmes. During the warm summer months, programme coordinators will often arrange visits to local parks and beaches (with parental consent of course), while programmes are run indoors during the winter.

The fun doesn’t stop when it’s raining; however Youthtown provides no television viewing for attendees.  

THE LOW DOWN: 

The after school programme costs vary depending on how many days your child attends and how far in advance you decide to pay. The following table provides a guideline to our fees: 

Youthtown requires this to be paid two weeks in advance. As the programme is substantially subsidised there are no refunds for non-attendance.

Parents please note:

You may be eligible for WINZ subsidies, this is available to parents who are working or studying. The Subsidy is income tested, please visit WINZ or phone 0800 774 004

Youthtown holiday programmes are supported by: OSCAR Assistance Funding from the Ministry of Social Development. For more information visit http://www.workingforfamilies.govt.nz/

AUCKLAND CENTRAL

Summer Holiday Programme Dates:

21st to 23rd December 2011 & 9th January to 3rd February 2012

Enrolments are open for our Holiday Programme - Monday, 28th November 2011

Click here for the Paperwork

Safety first

All Youthtown programmes are recognised by OSCAR and built around comprehensive safety policies and procedures. Staff/ child ratios differ depending on the activity taking place:

1:10 (standard in house programme)
1:8 (day trips)
1:6 (off site water-based activities) 

5 - 6 year old programme

THE LOW DOWN:

8.30am - 4.30pm

extra care is available

7am- 8.30am-$7

4.30pm-6pm-$8 (includes afternoon snack)

$26 per day (day trips are an additonal cost)
Lunch orders available for in house only - $6.50

The fun never stops for kids in this exclusive programme designed specially for 5 & 6 year olds. Art, storytelling, swimming, drama, sports, fun activities and entertaining day trips it is full on from start to end!  

7 - 13 year olds

In house programme

THE LOW DOWN:

8.30am to 4.30pm

extra care is available for an additional cost

7am-8.30am-$7

4.30pm-6pm-$8 (includes afternoon snack)

$24 per day (day trips are an additonal cost)

Hot Lunch orders available for in house only - $5

Youthtown's activities are split into zones so kids can pick and choose how they spend their holidays. 

GYM ZONE

Fun and innovative team games like dodge ball, basketball, soccer, badminton and volleyball are run regularly each day a healthy and productive way of burning excess energy!  

COOKING ZONE

Mmmm mmmm! The cooking zone operates everyday and is a great place for kids to master fun and simple recipes (not to mention the art of cleaning up)!  

CREATIVE ZONE

A place where kids can unleash their imaginations and the inner-artists! Whether making handicrafts, working with clay or constructing dramatic masks, kids have a ball! 

ACTION ZONE

The ultimate place to chill out during the holidays! Singstar, Buzz, dress ups, pool, table tennis and cards are just some of the cool things kids can get up to. 

DISCOVERY CENTRE

Science experiments, crafts activities, board games, reading, and other cool activities make the  Discovery Centre come to life! 

Day trips (optional)

For a list of holiday day trips, checkout the day trip document located in the Paperwork section of this website.Click here for day trip information

For more information about what Youthtown day trips involve, please contact the Programme Coordinator (09) 379 5430

Parents please note:

You may be eligible for WINZ subsidies, this is available to parents who are working or studying. The Subsidy is income tested, please visit WINZ or phone 0800 774 004

Youthtown Holiday Programmes are supported by: OSCAR Assistance Funding from the Ministry of Social Development. For more information visit http://www.workingforfamilies.govt.nz/

Drop in, hang out

Youthtown Central opens its doors seven days a week. Anybody under the age of 18 can drop by between 6pm – 10pm weeknights and all day during the weekend. If you’re keen to kick back, Sky TV, table tennis and a pool table are available to enjoy, while our basketball courts and heated swimming pool are also ready to use!

Get fit

Get buff without breaking the bank at Youthtown Central!

Not only does Youthtown Central have an onsite weights and cardio gym, three squash courts and a 25m heated indoor swimming pool are available for use as well. Qualified fitness managers are onsite to create personal training programmes to help you reach your fitness goals, whatever they might be. 

THE LOW DOWN:
Youth membership (15 – 17 year olds)
Cost: three months - $55/ six months - $100/ 12 months - $165

The Barnyard (Years 1 & 2)
Children will sculpt with clay, making their favourite farm animals along with trees, plants, fences and barn buildings to install into their imaginary 3D barnyard. All creations will be fired and ready to take home at the end of term. 
Time: Monday 4-5pm 
Start Date:13th February 2012
Cost:$96 (8 weeks)

Ceramics, Kiwiana (Years 3-8)
Students will study the culture of Aotearoa and use this as inspiration for their clay creations, from jandals and kiwifruit to gumboots and busy bees. All creations will be fired and ready to take home at the end of term.
Time: Tuesday 4-5pm
Start Date: 14th February 2012
Cost: $124 (8 weeks)

'Out There' Street Art (Years 7 & 8)
We will visit graffiti sites near Youthtown, check out public artwork and visit an inner city art studio and then work towards producing a collaborative piece of urban insirped artwork which will be installed at Youthtown Central.
Time: Wednesday 4-5.30pm
Start Date: 16th February 2012
Cost: $124 (8 weeks)

Camouflage (Years 7 & 8)
Welcome to the wonderful world of wearable art! Our inspiration for design will come from exotic native birds and animals. We will search through a collection of amazing old fabrics, jewellery and junk and then select, cut, paint, print, pleat, stitch, bead and emboss to create a wearable masterpiece.
Time: Thursday 4-5.30pm
Start Date: 16th February 2012
Cost: $124 (8 weeks)

Objects & Artefacts Art House Workshops (Years 7 & 8)
Students will visit the museum to study, draw and photograph objects and artefacts that resonate with them. In the third week they will develop a small 3D clay model. In the following weeks they will experiement with clay, glass, plaster and produce a 3D sculpture.
Time: Saturday 11.30am-1pm
Start Date: 11th February 2012
Cost: $124 (8weeks)

Treasure & Pirates Saturday Art House (Years 1-8)
Embark on an intensive drawing expedition and learn all about outline, massing, shading and etching. We will comb Browns Bay Beach for treasure, followed by painting and sculpting our treasure in the following weeks. As a final project we will screen print T-shirts.
Time: Saturday 9.30-11am
Start Date: 11th February 2012
Cost: $124 (8weeks)

FUSE Ceramics Workshops (Years 9 to Adults)
Start your love affair with clay. Classes will cover hand building techniques for slabware and 3D sculptural work, throwing on the wheel for domestic pots, vases and vessels and learn how to use moulds for platters and wall plaques.
Time: Tuesday 7-9pm
Start Date: 14th February 2012
Cost: $160 (8weeks) Includes materials and firings 

Register: www.youthtown.org.nz/art

Please note the age specified for each programme of activity is in school year NOT age

For more infomation about upcoming art programmes, please contact:

Sue Clark
Art Development Coordinator  
(09) 379 5430 ext 805  
art@youthtown.org.nz

Outdoor Adventure Programmes

Special Offers:

Check out the Snow Adventure Membership Scheme and gain some great benefits for registering your family for more than one club or camp.

The Snow Membership
Camp Scholarship Nomination form 

Snow club - Enrolling now for Term 4 2011

Youthtown's Snow Club is a dedicated ski and snowboard club for kids of all abilities. Continue the passion, make    friends, fine tune your existing skills or learn something new. Whether you've never seen snow before or you're already ripping it up and want to perfect your boardslide, the Youthtown Snow Club is for you.

 THE LOW DOWN:

Water Sports Club - Returning Term 4, 2011!  

Attention all water lovers! Youthtown now offers a dedicated Water Sports Club. If you would really like to get a handle on sailing or paddling then the Youthtown Water Sports Club is for you!

Learn the skills required to make the most of water sports in a fun and safe environment.

THE LOW DOWN:

New Adventures Club - Returning Term 4, 2011!

 The New Adventures Club is the perfect way  for your child to gear up and have a go!

The club provides a fantastic environment for children to get a taste of adventure activities such as archery, raftbuilding, blo-karting and kayaking. Youthtowns professionally trained and experienced staff will facilitate your child to ensure they have a safe and fun time.

 THE LOW DOWN:

Climbing Adventure Club - Register your interest by emailing fiona@youthtown.org.nz

Indoor climbing, abseiling and bush adventure skills  

Youthtown's dedicated Climbing Club is a top environment to build confidence, development responsibility and reach new heights!

If your child has a keen interest in the outdoors, loves a challenge and would like to gear up for some amazing adventures then Youthtown's Climbing Club is right for them!

Tom Kearney, (TK) is one of our most highly qualified & experienced senior instructors. TK is an NZOIA Rock 1 instructor (which means your children are in very safe hands). He recently ran a very successful adventure club with Victoria Ave School and has decided to integrate some of those activities into our Climbing & Adventure Club. As an avid climber himself, TK recognises the value of general adventure skills such as navigation, bush survival and outdoor living. This means our climbing club members now have the chance to learn how to cope in the outdoors and will experience more fun in a safe and conducive environment.

THE LOW DOWN:

For more information contact: 
Fiona Ryder 
Outdoor Programme Coordinator 
fiona@youthtown.org.nz

IN CASE YOU FORGOT WHAT'S ON OFFER:

Whether you’re a teacher looking to organise a day trip for your students, a corporate looking for a worthwhile teambuilding facilitator or a group wanting to embark on an adventurous camp, Youthtown is your one-stop-shop!

We can take care of:

• Risk Management, planning and documentation
• Transport, equipment, and tuition
• Camps, daytrips and tours for both local and international schools

Camps/EOTC
Ski and Snow, Summer Adventure, School Camps

Locations:
 Mt. Ruapehu, Greater Auckland, Whananaki, Blockhouse Bay, Orakei Basin

Activities for either Land or Water:

Land: Archery, blo-karting,  mountain biking,tramping, abseiling, outdoor cooking, bush survival

Water: raft building, kayaking,  skiing, snowboarding, sailing, snorkelling, surfing and windsurfing.  

Youthtown is an accredited Waterwise provider with New Zealand Schools Waterwise Inc. This is the only programme in New Zealand that teaches children about water safety whilst providing practical experience in sailing, kayaking and windsurfing in a controlled marine environment. Our qualified and experienced Waterwise instructors are assessed and our programme is regularly audited by New Zealand Schools Waterwise.

Youthtown operates on a strict ratio policy, which is infuenced by the weather conditions, location of activity & students ability levels.

All equipment is provided.

Waterwise is a four sessions or 2 day programme with times and programmes specially tailored to meet each school's needs and requirements.

For more information contact:
Brian Walsh
Outdoor Coordinator
09 3795430 ext 823
Email: brian@youthtown.org.nz