AUTUMN EDITION 2020 School Holiday Activities Directory
YOUR GUIDE TO FUN COMPETITIONS Colouring in Competition - Tuff Nutterz 47 AMUSEMENTS & FUN Active Gamers Australia 8 * Corin Forest 7 Easterfest 6 Kidzplore Indoor Play Centre 9 Mowbray Park FarmStay Holidays 9 * National Dinosaur Museum 9 Once Upon a Memory refer to page 38 * Power Kart Raceway 8 Tuff Nutterz 5 ART, CRAFT & PHOTOGRAPHY Aeon Academy 13 artKids Canberra 11 Canberra Potters 14 Lavender Art Studios 10 Maker2Market - Business taster for teens 13 NatureArt Lab 11 PhotoAccess 12 studioMAP 14 The Embroiderers’ Guild ACT Inc 14 The Stitching Room 13 AT HOME ACTIVITIES Hatching Chicks 16 CAMPS Mountain Trails Adventure School 17 * Scripture Union ACT 16 CINEMA & LIVE THEATRE * Dendy 19 National Film & Sound Archive of Australia 20 Queanbeyan Players 19 The Q, Performing Arts Centre 18 COOKING Kids Pantry 20 Nutrition Australia ACT 21 * The Possum Patch 21
EDUCATION Alliance Française de Canberra 22 Kumon Canberra 22 St John Ambulance ACT 24 HELP FOR FAMILIES Orthodontics Canberra 24 LOCAL PLACES OF INTEREST Australian War Memorial 26 & 27 Canberra Deep Space Centre 31 Careys Cave 38 MoAD 28 Mulligans Flat & Jerrabomberra Wetlands 38 National Arboretum Canberra 39 National Archives of Australia 30 National Capital Exhibition 32 National Gallery of Australia 36 National Library of Australia 33 National Museum of Australia 37 National Portrait Gallery 29 Once Upon a Memory 38 Questacon 35 Recycling Discovery Hub 39 Royal Australian Mint 34 PERFORMING ARTS Aeon Academy 41 Dance Central Canberra 43 Drama Stars Academy 42 Gumnut Dance 44 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 41 National Capital Ballet School 42 Perform Australia 40 Playbase - Hip Hop Dance 43 Vieira Dance School of Excellence 44 SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Academy of Interactive Entertainment 66 Active Gamers Australia 71 Adventure Games 73 Aeon Academy 52 & 53 Aerial Sports 64
YOUR GUIDE TO FUN AIS Holiday Programs 54 & 55 Anglican Church St Matts Kids Club 71 BFIRM for Kids 72 BlocHaus Canberra 65 Bricks 4 Kidz Canberra 51 Brindabella Christian College 63 Canberra Yacht Club 56 & 57 CGS Sports Camps 45 Coding and Minecraft 69 Coding and Robotics 65 Communities@Work 59 Gooromon Park 61 Hellenic Kids Activities Program 46 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 60 Kulture Break 74 Looking For Gamers 69 Mojo Guitar Teachers 67 Netball ACT 70 Next Gen Holiday Active 74 Orana Steiner School 68 OSHClub 58 Playbase 75 QPRC Indoor Sports 62 * Sanguineti Media’s Filmmaker Workshops 70 SportConnect 64 * Tennis World Canberra 73 * VR Canberra 76 Warehouse Circus 68 YWCA Canberra 67 SPORTS - AFL Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 76
SPORTS - GYMNASTICS * Canberra City Gymnastics Club 79 Gungahlin Gymnastics Club 79 Southern Canberra Gymnastics Club 80 SPORTS - MARTIAL ARTS Canberra Aikido 81 Zanshin 82 SPORTS - MOUNTAIN BIKING Dynamic Motivation MTB 83 SPORTS - MULTI SPORTS Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 84 SPORTS - SKATE & SCOOTERING Playbase 87 SPORTS - SOCCER Coerver Coaching ACT 87 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports refer to page 84 SPORTS - SWIMMING The Y 88 NextGen Swim School 89 SPORTS - TENNIS Canberra Tennis Academy 89 DB Tennis 93 Get Set Tennis 93 Kids Biz Holidays & Sports 92 On The Line Tennis 90 Rising Star Tennis Academy 92 Tennis ACT Ballkid Squad 94 * Tennis World Canberra 91
SPORTS - ARCHERY Canberra Archery Club 78 SPORTS - BASKETBALL Kids Biz Holidays & Sports refer to page 84 SPORTS - GOLF Kids Biz Holidays & Sports refer to page 76 Leigh Hunter Golf 78
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Active Gamers
A new supervised holiday program in conjunction with AFL ACT. Featuring team building via video games and e-sports, specially designed trainer lead fun fitness sessions, healthy eating and responsible gaming education. Approved childcare provider. All day prog ram 2, 4 & 5 day registrations
Ages: 9 - 14. Apr 14th - 24th
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Roar on in to the National Dinosaur Museum School Holidays Fun - Enjoy a free tour of the museum (with entry) at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm
Present this ad to receive a free wooden dinosaur puzzle with admission
Holiday activities Meet the dinos Gold Creek Rd & Barton Hwy | Nicholls 2913 ACT 02 6230 2655 I admin@nationaldinosaurmuseum.com.au Book online – www.nationaldinosaurmuseum.com.au Open every day (except Xmas Day) 10 - 5
Are we there yet? Ar et?
Mowbray Park Farm
Just 1 hour from Sydney off the M5 Animal nursery • Pony Rides • Camp Fires • Cow milking (it’s from where?) • Collect the eggs • Crack a whip... Days of fun for everyone, this is life in the country
www.farmstayholidays.com.au mowbray@farmstayholidays.com.au 745 Barkers Lodge Road Picton NSW P: (02) 46809243
Canberra’s newest & most exciting indoor kids play centre! Unique play equipment Kids birthdays Private venue hire Parties, events & functions School holiday programs Building 3, 1 Dairy road Fyshwick (Next to ‘Capital Brewing Co’)
Ph: 0412 118 868 www.kidzplore.com.au
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Holiday Art Workshops DRAWING, PAINTING, SCULPTING PRINTMAKING & ILLUMINATED ART Morning sessions 9am–12.30pm Afternoon sessions 1.30pm–5pm $75 per workshop, per child Early drop-off: 8.30am +$10 Late pick-up: 5.30pm +$10 Suitable for ages 5–13 years Book casually or for all 18 sessions
Outer Space and the Universe
Medieval Art Workshops
14–17 April 2020 8 Workshops
20–24 April 2020 10 Workshops
For those young budding artists who are enthralled with deep space explorations, future universe journeys and art; we will present the theme of Outer Space Exploration. The vast scope and time of space, galaxies, probes, stars, moons and all the wonders of deep space. Including the universe and worlds of both fact and fantasy will be depicted.
In these workshops, the young artists will explore castles, village life, colourful history, costume, valour, myths and legends of medieval art; periods and styles. Through our fine art instruction and fully resourced professional art studio, the young artists will enjoy creating pieces that represent their own interpretation of medieval art.
Phone 02 6292 6339 or Email elita.mackay@lavenderartstudios.com.au Website lavenderartstudios.com.au First Floor, 42 Townshend Street, Phillip
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NATURE ART HOLIDAY PROGRAM Tuesday 14th - Friday 17th April 2020
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Explore cartooning, drawing, painting and more in a fun, supportive environment where there are no mistakes or flops in art, only flopportunities! AFTER-SCHOOL ART WORKSHOPS
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For full workshop details and to book, visit artkidscanberra.com
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PICTURE YOUR WORLD
PhotoAccess Workshops Digital Photography Basics
Tues 14th + Wed 15th April $230 Guided by an expert tutor, learn the basics of digital photography, from composing and capturing images to mastering editing with Adobe software. Ages 10-16.
Big Dinos + Little Towns
Thurs 16th + Fri 17th April $345 For the budding dinosaur expert, and tiny town enthusiast! Take on the challenges of capturing and showing scale by photographing life big (dinosaurs) and small (minature villages), and then creating your own zine. Ages 10-15.
Intro to DSLR Photography
Mon 20th April $115 For those more experienced, this introduction to DSLR workshop will take photography skills to the next level, covering concepts such as aperture, shutter speed, ISO and manual focus. BYO DSLR camera! Ages 12-16.
Streetscapes for Teens
Tues 21st + Wednesday 22nd January $230 Hit the streets running in this street photography worskhop. Covering camera skills, street shooting techniques and an introduction to the work of some of the world’s best street photographers. Ages 12-16.
National Zoo Safari Scrapbooks
Thurs 23rd +Fri 24th April $345 Fancy a future as a wildlife photographer? Come along to the Zoo for a day of animal photography, followed by a safari scrapbook making workshop using your images. Ages 10-16. Enrol online at www.photoaccess.org.au/learn Manuka Arts Centre, Griffith ACT, 02 6295 7810 @photoaccess_inc facebook.com/photoaccess PhotoAccess is supported by ACT Government through artsACT and the Australia Council’s Visual Arts and Crafts Strategy.
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Dramatic Adventures
ART,
An immersive blend of storytelling, improvisation, roleplaying, tabletop CRAFT & PHOTOGRAPHY and live-action physical games for ages 7 - 16.
www.aeonacademy.com.au
Creative Catalyst Visual Arts
Exciting artist-led workshops for ages 7 - 16, spanning Printmaking, Ceramics, Sculpture, Painting & more.
www.aeonacademy.com.au
For details on all Aeoncademy Programs head to www.aeoncademy.com
Join Us for Machine Sewing Workshops Come along and take part in full or part-day workshops. Learn to use a sewing machine and finish your own sewing projects too. Visit our website for more details: www.thestitchingroomcanberra.com.au
3-day, real-world, business experience for creative teens ! Learn to problem-solve + prototype, make your own hand made products + experience a real-world market day @ Old Bus Depot Markets!
Limited places for each program.
BOOK : www.edii.com.au
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ART, CRAFT & PHOTOGRAPHY Painting ~ Draw ing ~ illustration ~ Ar t workshop Dur i ng Sc hool Te rms Af te r s c hool or S a tur da y Children 6-12years early teen 12-15 or teen 15+
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These holidays we are offering classes for children aged 5-17 years. Half or full day courses are available where they will learn the skills and joy of creating with clay. Visit our website for details and bookings.
STITCHING CLASSES
For students 7 years and up Thursday 23rd and Friday 24th April Morning 9-12:30 & Afternoon 1:30-5 If attending full day BYO lunch. $30 per half day includes materials At Hackett Community Centre 100 Maitland St, Hackett Enquiries 6251 5957 (ah), Mob 0402 411 398 or email lxwhitbread@gmail.com or embroideryact@gmail.com
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What’s On
THURSDAY ART TALK Stories of the Buddha Thursday 16 April 12.45 – 1.30pm Gallery educators introduce stories of the Buddha for younger audiences during the school holidays.
Kids & Families
— ART CLUB Tuesday 21 April 10.00am – 12.30pm & 1.30 – 4.00pm $35, $30 members
OPEN STUDIO Patricia Piccinini: Skywhales every heart sings Every day during school holidays 10.00am – 5.00pm
Learn from the masters in the Art Club, creative workshops just for teens during school holidays.
Engage in fun-filled activities inspired by Patricia Piccinini’s hot air balloon sculptures.
Ages 12-18 years —
All ages (children to be accompanied)
SUPER SUNDAY Sunday 26 April 11.00am – 3.00pm
— SCHOOL HOLIDAY FAMILY TOURS Every day during school holidays 11.00am
Bring the whole family for art making, storytelling, music and dance across the Gallery.
A free 45-minute family friendly tour of the national collection.
All ages, 3–12 recommended (children to be accompanied)
All ages (children to be accompanied)
Images: Patricia Piccinini Skywhale 2013, nylon, polyester, nomex, hyperlast, cable, National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, Gift of anonymous donor 2019 through the Australian Government’s Cultural Gifts Program
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AT HOME ACTIVITIES
Witness a clutch of eggs hatching and enjoy looking after the brood for the next 10 days!
BOOK TODAY!
www.hatchingchicks.com.au
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CAMPS
Looking for affordable, enriching holiday activities for your children? Don't miss out - book now!
SCRIPTURE UNION ACT OFFERS CAMPS AND HOLIDAY PROGRAMS DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR AUTUMN WINTER SPRING WILD WEE JASPER An adventure camp for years 7-12. 19-24 Apr $390
SUPA HOLIDAY PROGRAM K-6 in Page, ACT. 14-17 Jul 8:30-3pm $30/day
ZONE 40 An adventure camp in Wee Jasper for yrs 3-6. 29 Sept-2 Oct $260
NOISY FOREST A relaxed outdoor camp for yrs 7-12. 29 Sept-2 Oct $260
SUPA SPORTS A sports based holiday program in Dickson for yrs 3-6. 6-9 Oct $220
For more info go to suact.org.au/camps or 6251 3677 Subsidies, early bird & family discounts available. Leaders are screened & trained. Have fun & explore the Christian faith in a non-pressured way.
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Life Changing Adventures
WEE JASPER
April 2020 Holiday Camps
Challenge yourself and your friends these school holidays!
Junior Adventure Camp - 1 (years 4-6) 3 Nights, 14th - 17th April, from $260 Senior Adventure Camp - 1 (years 7-10) 3 Nights, 14th - 17th April, from $260 Junior Adventure Camp - 2 (years 4-6) 4 Nights, 20th - 24th April, from $290 Senior Adventure Camp - 2 (years 7-10) 4 Nights, 20th - 24th April, from $290 Dirt Bike Camp (Males Only years 7-10) 3 Nights, 14th - 17th April, from $420 *Minimum Height 155cm*
BOOKINGS Ph: (02) 6227 9266
Activities can Include:
- Caving - Horse Riding - Archery - Dirt Bikes - Mountain Biking - Climbing Initiati - Bush Initiatives - Leather Work - Canoeing - & More! *Note we run a bus service from Canberra via Yass
or visit: www.mountaintrails.org.au
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CINEMA & LIVE THEATRE
FAMILY & KIDS 2018 WINNER
A EGG-STRAORDiNARY and EXCITiNG MUSiCAL ADVentURE for LIttLE ONeS with BiG IMAGinAtIONS A BREATH OF FRESH AIR & CONFETTI IN THE ARENA OF CHILDREN’S ENTERTAINMENT - THREE LITTLE HINES
12 - 14 MARCH | TICKETS CHILDREN $22 ADULTS $27.00 GROUPS 4+ $20.00
Adventure calls & love conquers all in this nostalgic musical journey AHOY! COME SET SAIL WITH THIS MAGICAL SHOW THAT EXPLORES THE UNIVERSAL THEMES OF LOVE, ADVENTURE, HARMONY AND ACCEPTANCE.
24 - 27 JUNE | TICKETS CHILDREN $22 ADULTS $27.00 GROUPS 4+ $20.00 HELPMANN AWARD WINNER BEST PRESENTATION FOR CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE 2019
IF YOU SING YOU WILL FIND YOUR SONG. A GENUINE FAMILY SHOW. IT IS JOYFUL AND FULL OF HOPE.
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CINEMA & LIVE THEATRE 12-21 JUNE 2020 | QUEANBEYAN PLAYERS INC. PRESENTS
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Music by RICHARD RODGERS Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II Book by HOWARD LINDSAY and RUSSEL CROUSE Suggested by “the Story of the Trapp Family Singers”
12 -21 JUNE 2020
DIRECTED BY ANTHONY SWADLING & ALISON NEWHOUSE CHOREOGRAPHY BY JODI HAMMOND MUSICAL DIRECTION BY MICHAEL POLITI
www.theq.net.au
“The Sound of Music” is presented by permission of ORiGiN Theatrical on behalf of R&H Theatricals: www.rnh.com
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CINEMA & LIVE THEATRE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS: NATURE AT THE NFSA
WALL-E
Join us for these classic animation films with an environmental theme
Bambi (G) 14 APRIL The Lorax (G) 15 APRIL
Ferngully: The Last Rainforest (G) 16 APRIL
DAILY PRE-SCREENING ANIMATION WORKSHOPS
WALL-E (G) 17 APRIL $10 Kids Tickets
9.30am | $20 for film and workshop | 45 mins
All sessions at 10.30am
Be quick! Only 20 spaces per day. Bookings essential.
BOOK ONLINE: COOKING NFSA.GOV.AU/EVENTS
NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE MCCOY CIRCUIT, ACTON
COOKING Kids Pantry Headquarters Tuesday 14th - Friday 24th April Burgmann Angilican School, Forde Wednesday 22nd - Friday 24th April
Visit us @ www.kidspantry.com.au Birthday Cooking Parties School Holiday Programs After School Cooking Classes School Excursions
www.kidspantry.com.au
0447 074 167
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Forage, Harvest, Cook & Play We have developed fun & unique Holiday programs that engage your children with the land & teach them about planting, harvesting & cooking fresh produce. Check the website for our latest program themes! BOOK with discount code “Autumn2020� for 20% discount*
thepossumpatch.com.au *T&C may apply
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Plus, we also do Birthday Parties and School Excursions!
Learn to cook healthy meals and snacks each day with our nutritionists Monday 20 April - Friday 24 April 9am - 12pm each day
WHERE Nutrition Australia ACT Chifley Health and Wellbeing Hub COST
12 Beltana Rd, Pialligo
$55 per day or $245 for the full week
bit.ly/PDTJAutumn Ph: 6162 2583 E: info@act.nutritionaustralia.org W: projectdinnertime.org
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(61) 2 6257 6696 www.afcanberra.com.au
66 McCaughey St TURNER ACT 2612
2 day camp
20&21 April
Kumon is an individual learning method tailored to develop skills at your child’s pace. Kumon can help your child significantly improve their maths ability, reading comprehension, concentration and confidence. If your child’s study habits and school success are your priority, enrol in the world's largest after-school education programme — Kumon. Kumon Education Centres are located in: Gungahlin | North Canberra | Tuggeranong | Woden Call 1800 458 666 or go to kumoncanberra.com
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EDUCATION JUNIOR FIRST AID
ONE DAY COURSE Suitable for 8–13 year olds
Topics inlcude recognising danger, dialling 000, CPR, bleeding, burns, fractures, bites and stings. 2020 COURSE DATES Wednesday 15 April Tuesday 21 April Thursday 23 April 9am-4pm
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$88
www.stjohnact.com.au 02 6282 2399 | 14 Thesiger Ct, Deakin ACT 2600
HELP FOR FAMILIES
Orthodontics Canberra Specialised Orthodontic care for all ages
Woden 1st Floor, Gadal Chambers 48 Corinna Street Ph: 6282 3055 No referral required
Tuggeranong 1 Cowlishaw Street Ph: 6293 2050
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Discover a New Universe
Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex and the Deep Space Café & gif tshop Open every day • 9am-5pm • Free Entry 421 Discovery Drive, cnr Paddys River and Tidbinbilla Rds, Tidbinbilla Web: www.cdscc.nasa.gov Ph: 02 6201 7880 @CanberraDSN Managed by CSIRO on behalf of NASA’s Deep Space Network
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Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Visit the Mint See the factory, strike a coin and learn about Australia’s coin history.
FREE ENTRY
FREE TOURS
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT DENISON ST DEAKIN ACT 2600 1300 652 020 RAMINT.GOV.AU
FREE PARKING
MONDAY – FRIDAY: 8:30AM – 5PM WEEKENDS & PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: 10AM – 4PM
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MINT CAFE
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What’s On
THURSDAY ART TALK Stories of the Buddha Thursday 16 April 12.45 – 1.30pm Gallery educators introduce stories of the Buddha for younger audiences during the school holidays.
Kids & Families
— ART CLUB Tuesday 21 April 10.00am – 12.30pm & 1.30 – 4.00pm $35, $30 members
OPEN STUDIO Patricia Piccinini: Skywhales every heart sings Every day during school holidays 10.00am – 5.00pm
Learn from the masters in the Art Club, creative workshops just for teens during school holidays.
Engage in fun-filled activities inspired by Patricia Piccinini’s hot air balloon sculptures.
Ages 12-18 years —
All ages (children to be accompanied)
SUPER SUNDAY Sunday 26 April 11.00am – 3.00pm
— SCHOOL HOLIDAY FAMILY TOURS Every day during school holidays 11.00am
Bring the whole family for art making, storytelling, music and dance across the Gallery.
A free 45-minute family friendly tour of the national collection.
All ages, 3–12 recommended (children to be accompanied)
All ages (children to be accompanied)
Images: Patricia Piccinini Skywhale 2013, nylon, polyester, nomex, hyperlast, cable, National Gallery of Australia, Canberra, Gift of anonymous donor 2019 through the Australian Government’s Cultural Gifts Program
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at the National Museum Curious curators Build your own mini museum diorama There are thousands of objects in the National Museum’s collections – from the Muttaburrasaurus, to a giant excavator bucket, Phar Lap’s heart and a Holden car. There are many small objects too. Imagine it is your job to collect, curate and design an exhibition. What objects would you choose? During the school holidays, join us in a hands-on activity and create a diorama of your own mini museum. Tuesday to Friday 14–17 April and Monday to Friday 20–24 April (no program on Monday 13 April) 10–11.30am and 11.30am–1pm $12 child, $5 Mkids, adults free | All ages, children must be accompanied by an adult | Gandel Atrium Bookings essential, visit nma.gov.au/families
Chill-out zone
Drop in to play, read, relax or try one of the self-guided activities inspired by collecting and museums. Tuesday to Friday 14–17 April and Monday to Friday 20–24 April (no program on Monday 13 April) | 2–3.30pm All ages, children must be accompanied by an adult Free | Gandel Atrium | Bookings not required, places limited
Free general entry. Open 9am–5pm daily (closed Christmas Day). Acton Peninsula, Canberra. Freecall 1800 026 132. nma.gov.au
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The Closest Tour Cave to Canberra Beautiful limestone cave system with loads of crystal formations
Enjoyable tours with hands-on activities Earth sciences curriculum content for Year 3-4 primary school students
www.weejaspercaves.com Show this advert for a free gift for children
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Autumn School Holiday Program Yalbillinga Weaving Workshops
Walking with the Wollemi 14, 15, 16 April 2020 10:30am-12:00pm | $15 per child Combining craft with a walk! Visit the Wollemi Pines and make your own botanical fossil. Book now. Recommended for ages 7 - 12 yrs.
21, 22, 23 April 2020 10:00am-11:30am | $15 per child Weave a bracelet using Indigenous techniques with Wiradjuri woman, Jessika Spencer. Book now. Recommended for ages 9 plus.
Gallery of Gardens
It Takes a Village - Community Day
The Gallery of Gardens is a series of seven themed landscaped gardens. Weave your way through the tunnel in the Children’s Garden, follow the lines in Labyrinth Garden and relax on the soft grass in Mununja the Butterfly Garden. Let young minds explore!
Saturday 2 May 2020 10:00am - 2pm | FREE Join us for a family friendly day of nature-based experiences and activities. ‘It takes a Village’ to make positive change one tree at a time. Celebrate with us, relax, bring a picnic and your pooch.
Bookings and information at www.nationalarboretum.act.gov.au
Caring for Country
Holiday Sessions 21 April 10am - 11am 21 April 1pm - 2pm 23 April 10 am - 11am 23 April 1pm - 2pm
Visit the Recycling Discovery Hub this holidays for stories and craft from an indigenous perspective. Find out what steps you can take to reduce your footprint. Bookings: bit.ly/RDHCaringForCountry
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PERFORMING ARTS
YOUR FAVOURITE MOVIE
SHOWTIME
9am-3pm, 14-15 April. $150 Join our two-day musical theatre program - acting, singing & dancing. Perform on the last day! Enrol online: perform.edu.au/ canberra-holiday-enrolment
9am-3pm, 16 April, 2020 Fyshwick, $99 Love the world of Tik Tok? Love acting? In this 'Play In A Day' theatre program, you'll combine ideas from both these worlds and work out how to perform your favourite movie on stage...in just six seconds! Enjoy drama games, acting exercises and a performance at the end of the day. Enrol online: perform.edu.au/ canberra-holiday-enrolment
AGES 9 -14
JOIN THE CAST OF OUR NEXT MUSICAL
AGES 7 -12
Legally Blonde Jr! Start rehearsals in Term 2, perform in Term 3. Enrol at perform.edu.au/ canberra-kids-musical-theatre
AGES 9 -15
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ACT JUNIOR DANCE CLASSES
Street Funk, Hip Hop & Contemporary Dance One of Canberra's Most Popular & Respected Holiday Programs.
We have trained and enthusiastic instructors, fantastic facilities and a creative program designed to develop your child’s skills and confidence.
Half Day, Full Day & Weekly Attendance Options
Venues: Gungahlin College, GUNGAHLIN V & Melrose High School, PEARCE Ages: 5yrs – 8yrs & 9yrs – 13yrs A Dates: Tuesday 14th April – Friday 24th April 2020 D Closed Monday 13th April (Easter Monday)
Sessions improve fitness, flexibility and coordination while building confidence! Dance participants create & learn routines supported by our expert instructors to develop & improve skills at their own pace.
Morning games & introductions, two interactive dance sessions & exciting excursions or major attractions every day - all at no extra cost!
Positions can fill quickly so book early!
www.kidsbizholidays.com.au
Visit our website for everything you need to know about: excursions, program details, enrolm ent forms, CCS fee reductions admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au
Vala Dramatic Adventures
An immersive blend of storytelling, improvisation, roleplaying, tabletop and live-action physical games for ages 7 - 16.
www.aeonacademy.com.au
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Would you like to perform on a REAL STAGE, with curtains, lights and costumes?
Well this is the Holiday Program for you. Our STUDIO-THEATRE at 4/56 Heffernan St. Mitchell has everything!
D R A M A S T A R S
Cost is ONLY $80 per day 9am to 5pm Book more days = pay less per day Tuesday 14th - Friday 17th April Monday 20th - Friday 24th April Ages 4 - 16 years old (individual age groups)
Pizza / ‘Toasties’ will be supplied for each participant
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Bookings: Call Donna - 0417 535 200 Term classes available dramastarsacademy.com.au/holiday-drama-classes
CANBERRA'S PREMIER DANCE SCHOOL
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School Hols DANCE WORKSHOPS+ 6-8 yrs & 9-12 yrs | 20-24 APRIL
• Professional Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Acrobatics workshops • Sushi-making and cupcake decorating • Paint like a Pro • Movie & Popcorn • Games & Prizes
and more! Everyone's welcome!
BOOK NOW: dance-central.com.au
Play Base
SPORTS PROGRAMS
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O’Halloran Cct, KAMBAH Namadgi School
• Hip Hop Dance • Skate ‘n Scoot • Multi-Sport Program Come along for plenty of skills, thrills and fun! Learn from some of Canberra’s best sports coaches and hip hop dancers at Playbase!
14 - 24 April (excluding weekends, public holidays) • 8am-12:30pm • Ages 5-16 $55 for the morning sports session OR $85 full day (until 6pm) including afternoon excursion/activity
0449 255 651 • www.play-base.com.au • info@play-base.com.au
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Kinderballet from 18mths Classical Ballet Jazz Hip Hop Musical Theatre Acro-dance School holiday dance workshops
All ages and skill levels encouraged! All ages and skill levels encouraged! Fun, friendly and inclusive Fun, friendly and inclusive environment. environment. ENQUIRE FOR MORE INFORMATION ENQUIRE FOR MORE INFORMATION info.vdse@gmail.com info.vdse@gmail.com 0421 494 732 0421 494 732
Kinderballet from 18mths Classical Ballet Jazz Hip Hop Musical Theatre Acro-dance School holiday dance workshops
www.vieiradanceschool.com ww.vieiradanceschool.com
Kinderballet from 18mths Kinderballet from 18mths Classical Ballet Classical Ballet Jazz Jazz Hip Hop Hip Hop Musical Theatre Musical Theatre Acro-dance Acro-dance School holiday dance School holiday dance workshops workshops
www.vieiradanceschool.com
Kinderballet from 18mths Kinderballet from 18mths All ages and skill levels encouraged! Classical Ballet Classical Ballet Fun, friendly and inclusive Kinderballet from 18mths Jazz Jazz Classical Ballet Hip Hop environment. Hip Hop Jazz Musical Theatre Musical Theatre ENQUIRE FOR MORE INFORMATION Hip Hop Acro-dance Acro-dance info.vdse@gmail.com Musical Theatre School holiday dance School holiday dance Acro-dance 0421 494 732 workshops workshops School holiday dance workshops
www.vieiradanceschool.com
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All ages and skill levels encouraged! Fun, friendly and inclusive environment. ENQUIRE FOR MORE INFORMATION info.vdse@gmail.com 0421 494 732
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WELCOME TO THE HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS COLOURING-IN COMPETITION 4 AGE CATEGORIES AND 4 GREAT PRIZES! Prizes courtesy of TUFF NUTTERZ THE LUCKY WINNER OF EACH AGE GROUP WILL WIN:
A Family Pass to
PRE-SCHOOLERS 6-7 YEAR OLDS 8-9 YEAR OLDS 10-12 YEAR OLDS SEE THE REVERSE PAGE OF THE COLOURING-IN POSTER FOR HOW TO ENTER THE COMPETITION. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SUMMER 2020 EDITION WINNERS Mason Wheeler, Emma Bibo & Matilda Burns
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April 14th - 24th 8.30am - 6pm Fully Catered!
Autumn Vacation Program www.aeonacademy.com.au Foundation Programs Creative Play
Fun, active games and quality care for ages 5 - 13 including loose parts construction play using our popular Play Pods.
Sparks Early Years
Nurtured play for ages 3 - 6 full of arts, crafts, dramatic make believe, storytelling, games & more.
Specialised Programs Ages 7 - 16
Vala Dramatic Adventures
An immersive blend of storytelling, improvisation, roleplaying, tabletop and live-action physical games.
Creative Catalyst Visual Arts
Exciting artist-led workshops spanning Printmaking, Sculpture, Painting & more. For details on allCeramics, Aeoncademy Programs head to www.aeoncaemy.com
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN VISIT US AT THE AIS! Sports Program We focus on ensuring that children have fun, learn new skills, work as a team and keep active – all in a safe and structured environment. Children will participate in a wide range of sports and activities, utilising the world-class facilities of the AIS campus. Sports Program also incorporates our Pre-School Program.
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Sports programs and camps: fitnesscentre@sportaus.gov.au Swim intensive program: swimschool@sportaus.gov.au
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Celebrating 60 years in the Canberra Community
Canberra Yacht Club Tackers Holiday Sailing Program Tackers is an Australian Sailing accredited program aimed at getting kids aged 7-11 sailing. Each program includes: tuition from qualified AS Instructors and Assistant Instructors. Fun on and off the water, games and certificate.
7-11 yrs old
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Canberra Yacht Club School Holiday Sailing Program
Celebrating 60 years in the Canberra Community
12-17 yrs old
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Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve Excursion
Child Care Subsidy may apply
BOOK NOW
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Canberra’s Premier Holiday Program
G U N G A HL IN & P E A RCE okings Visit us online for everything you need to know about: bookings, excursions, program details, CCS fee reductions and much more. Programs include: Art’n’Craft, Basketball, Cricket,
Dance, Golf, Soccer, Tennis & Multi-program* *Choose one program or try something different every day!
Venues: Ages: Dates:
Gungahlin College, GUNGAHLIN Melrose High School, PEARCE 5yrs – 8yrs & 9yrs – 13yrs Tuesday 14th April – Friday 24th April 2020 Closed Monday 13th April (Public Holiday)
Daily Excursions Include:
Stardust CIRCUS!, iPlay Arcade, Bowling, Questacon, Giant Jumping Castles, Limelight Cinemas & more!
If you’re looking for an action packed program with: Experie ost), Experienced Staff, Daily Excursions (at no extra cost), Exciting Activities & Extensive Facilities Now is the time to try Kids Biz! H a l f D a y , F ul l Da y o r We e k l y attendance options available!
www.kidsbizholidays.com.au Don’t settle for any old program – Come and try the best!
admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au 0439 927 053
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NO EXPERIENCE Never ridden before or Beginner Riders. EXPERIENCED GP Beginners, Intermediate ABOVE Programs
14th-17th April 20th-23rd April
AGE: 6 - 16 Years TIME: 8:45am - 4:00pm *enquire about late pick-up. We provide BOOTS & HELMETS
1 day program - $165 4 day program - $475 BYO Lunch, Morning & Afternoon TEA
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WE’LL KEEP THE KIDS ENTERTAINED!
FUN FILLED SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES @ QPRC INDOOR SPORTS
From 8:30am – 5:30pm, your children’s days will be action-packed! Half day ($40), Full day ($70) or Five day option ($200).
WE ALSO OFFER: • Birthday Parties. • School Excursions. • Private Venue Hire. • Sporting Gallery, Inflatables, Bubble Soccer and Archery Tag. School Holiday Program* running from: • Right Start (2.5-6 years). Tues 14 April 2020 to Fri 24 April 2020.
Call 02 6285 6993 or email indoorsports@qprc.nsw.gov.au or visit qprcindoorsports.com.au *Note this program is for Primary School-aged children
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SPORTCONNECT Girls Multi-sport Camp FUN, LEARNING, GROWTH & SPORTS CHALLENGES FOR GIRLS OF ALL ABILITY LEVELS TO DEVELOP SPORTS SKILLS WITH THE SUPPORT OF STARS FROM TODAY’S ELITE FEMALE SPORTS TEAMS.
1 OR 2 DAY PROGRAM
University of Canberra Sports Centre & Lyneham Hockey Centre DAY 1. Monday 20th April 2020 - Basketball and Rugby 7s DAY 2. Tuesday 21st April 2020 - Hockey and Volleyball Girls aged from 8 - 12 years 9am - 4pm supervised camp activities
Register now at www.sportconnect.com.au
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Ages 6 - 17, Beginners Welcome
April 20 & 22, 9.30a - 3.30p
$75
18 Winchcombe Ct, Mitchell 02 6262 0215 info@aerialsports.com.au www.aerialsports.com.au
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April Holidays Coding & Robotics Bootcamp We run holiday programs, weekend and after school classes
City
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9.30 am - 4 pm, 15-16 April
9.30am - 4pm, 20-22 April
Harrison Primary School, Harrison
1 st Flr Griffin Centre, 20 Genge St
# Learn beginner coding concepts through animation - 3 days Age 7+ # Design and build your very own interactive games - 3 days Age 9+ #Learn fundamentals of Python line coding - 3 days Age 10+
#Robotics - programing the Lego Mindstorm EV3 and Mbots 2 days Age 10+ (limited spots)
See website for details about the program and to register : www.ozcodeacademy.com info@ozcodeacademy.com
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AIE’s school holiday courses are a fantastic way to introduce students to video game development and 3D animation skills, tools and technology in a seriously fun studio environment. Create captivating characters, write code for games and create your own playable video game with our entry-level courses; the choice is yours!
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School Holiday Programs
14 APRIL TO 24 APRIL 2020 (13 APRIL PUBLIC HOLIDAY - CLOSED)
An innovative, flexible program offering children a variety of fun and age appropriate activities. Educators and children work together to develop experiences that can include arts, crafts, sports, games, music, educational visits and program themes.
Kingsford Smith School
Turner Primary School
(Starke Street, Holt) Pre-School - Year 6 | 8.00am - 6.00pm
St Benedict’s Primary School
Charles Conder Primary School
(David Street, Turner) Pre-School - Year 6 | 8.00am - 6.00pm
(Tallara Parkway, Narrabundah) Kindy - Year 6 | 8.00am - 6.00pm
(Beaumaris St Conder) Pre-School - Year 6 | 7.30am - 6.00pm
Majura Primary School
(Irvine Street, Watson) Kindy - Year 6 | 8.00am - 6.00pm
Ph: 02 6185 2040 | www.ywca-canberra.org.au
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CIRCUS HOLIDAY PROGRAMS! Week 1:
Week 2:
9 am - 3 pm Nutrition Australia CALL US ON (02) 6260 3626 TO BOOK NOW!!
Located in Chifley and Kaleen
@warehousecircus
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Want to learn during the school term? We offer: - Computer Programming - Robotics and, - Engineering
Join us for some awesome fun during the Holidays: Minecraft Games, Ages 7+, Minecraft Modding, Ages 8+, Space is Limited
BOOK NOW: www.blockcrafters.com.au/events Questions? 0432 884 436
MAKE SURE YOU LIKE OUR FACEBOOK PAGE @HolHappenings
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM Holiday Kids Club Tues 21st – Fri 24th April 9:15am–12noon
Years 6 —> Kindy! $5/day Location: Note Change of venue Wanniassa School SENIOR Campus Hall Wheeler Cres.
Sign up online… stmattswanniassa.org.au/kidsclub Phill & Wendy: 0402 473 658 St Matt’s Church Wanniassa
Dramas / Games / Crafts / Songs Jesus Tells “Opposites” Bible Stories
Active Gamers Holiday Kids Club
A new supervised holiday in Tues 21stprogram – Fri 24th April conjunction with AFL ACT. Featuring team 9:15am–12noon building via video games e-sports, Yearsand 6 —> Kindy! $5/day specially designed trainer lead fun fitness sessions, healthy eating and responsible Location: Note Change of venue gaming education. Approved Wanniassa School SENIOR childcare provider. All day progCampus ram Hall Wheeler Cres. 2, 4 & 5 day registrations
Ages: 9 - 14. Apr 14th - 24th Sign up online… stmattswanniassa.org.au/kidsclub Phill & Wendy: 0402 473 658 St Matt’s Church Wanniassa
Dramas / Games / Crafts / Songs Jesus Tells “Opposites” Bible Stories
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SCHOOL HOLIDAYS BFIRM FOR KIDS 7 years - 15 years old
Battle Games - BG SEIRES 21
15th April & 20th - 22nd Special Ops/Team Championships
Operation Mud Fight 10 Missions
Each mission needs to be completed to move onto the next, face the challenge and beat BG HQ
Operation Long Shot
SPECIAL OPS
Building the strongest fort is your mission and then you must Water bomb the other forts for more water bombs and prizes
Special Ops
This is and action pack day of over 100 obstacles and plenty of fun and mud- your Special ops mission is to beat Battle Ninja HQ
Cost: $90 per day
BATTLE NINJA - BN SEASON 10 Week 1: 16th & 17th April Ninja vs Ninja Week 2: 23rd - 24th April Championships Finale
Championships Day 1
10 brand-new Ninja Warrior Obstacles and the classics obstacles to learn and get your points up on the board to win the Championship
Final Championship
The biggest Battle Ninja Warrior Obstacle are saved for the Final Championship day are you gong to Be Crowned “BATTLE NINJA CHAMPION” Cost: $90 per day
www.bfirm.com.au
www.kidsfirm.com.au
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4 years - 7 years old
From the creators of Battle Games and Battle Ninja we have created Adventure Games. We have designed and built Adventure Games for all of our Mini Battle Ninjas & Battle Games stars.
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This program is specifically designed and created for all of the Mini Adventure game participants. AG is designed to develop Physical, Cognitive & Social Skills as well build Emotional intelligence for our kids. This gives your kids a great way of learning at the Bfirm Arena - because it’s built for kids, it will build there Resilience, Determination and amazing Confidence. A great start for Adventure Gamers.
www.kidsfirm.com.au
HOLIDAY TENNIS CAMPS APRIL 20 to 24, 2020 For players of all abilities, aged 5-12. Save 20% with code: HOLHAP Register today: bit.ly/cancamp20201 TENNIS WORLD CANBERRA 1300 836 647 • tennisworld.net.au
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Holiday Active
Week 1: 14th - 17th April
Week 2: 20th - 24th April Full Day
Half Day
8.30am - 5.30pm
morning or afternoon
Per member Child
$60
$40
Per Non-member Child
$70
$50
Optional Cafe Lunch
$10
$10
Holiday Active is a great way to keep your kid active and entertained during the holidays with activities such as tennis, swimming, sports, arts and craft To book or for further information call 6214 3000 or email cindy.obrien@nextgenclubs.com.au
NEXTGEN HOLIDAY ACTIVE Keep your Kid’s active & entertained during the school holiday at NextGen!
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Canberra’s BEST Excursions
O’Halloran Cct, KAMBAH Namadgi School
Activities:
FUN Excursions:
Sports Programs:
Arts & Craft, board games, Xbox, Wii, group games, music, play equipment, and more!
Cinemas, Laser Tag, Inflatable World, Bowling, KIDZplore, and much more!
The Multi-Sports Program, Skate ‘n Scoot, and Hip Hop Dance - skills, thrills and fun!
These holidays: 14 - 24 April 2020 (exc. weekends and public holidays) Times: 8am-6pm (Morning session 8am-12.30pm) Pricing: $85/day (includes excursion) OR $55/half day (morning or afternoon). Childcare Subsidy Available. Ages 5-16 0449 255 651 • www.play-base.com.au • info@play-base.com.au
Follow us on Instagram @holiday.happenings
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VR Canberra
vrcanberra.com.au Unit 5, 83-101 Lysaght Street Mitchell ACT 02 6262 2160
School Holiday Program
Come & enjoy Unlimited games, rides, board games & competitions When: 14th - 17th & 20th - 24th April 2020 Price: $60/ per person Age: 7- 8 years + Time: 8.30am til 12.00pm
BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL (Only 20 kids per session)
Children are welcome to bring snacks and drinks - Nut free Suitable for school friends gathering together having fun play Secure your booking - let the kids enjoy the latest VR technology
SPORTS - AFL
JUNIOR AFL & GOLF CLINICS
Ages: 5yrs – 8yrs & 9yrs – 13yrs
AT TWO GREAT LOCATIONS!
PEARCE Golf: 14th - 17th April AFL: 20th - 24th April GUNGAHLIN AFL: 14th - 17th April Golf: 20th - 24th April
Professional and enthusiastic coaches are on hand to develop your child’s skills and confidence, regardless of their age or experience. Don’t settle for any old program, come and try Canberra’s most comprehensive and rewarding vacation care for the all-inclusive holiday experience.
kidsbizholidays@gmail.c om
For everything you need to know please visit our website:
www.kidsbizholidays.com.au
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Blend B len le nd of tradition & technology T h of the great outdoors Thrill Coach Supervised Learn new skills Family friendly Ages 7+ Session Dates: Week 1: 13 –17/4 Week 2: 20 – 24/4 9:00am – 10:30am Limited Spaces On O Online Booking essential Book Bo okin ings gs c lose lo se:: Wk Wk1 1 - Sa Satt 11/4 11/4 & W Bookings close: Wk2 - Sat 18/4 at 7:00pm. Register at: https://www.canberraarchery.club/school-holiday-programs
41 Thurbon Rd, Lyneham (behind the Hockey Centre) info@canberraarchery.club
SPORTS - GOLF Be part of Australia’s most comprehensive school holiday and term based golf program. When: 14th - 17th April & 20th - 24th April Where: FAIRBAIRN GOLF COURSE Half Day Program Age: 6 - 12yrs Time: 8.30 - 1pm Cost: $45/day Full Day Program Age: 6 - 12yrs Time: 8.30 - 5pm Cost: $80/day or $320 5 days GA Handicap (3 Days) Age: 12 - 17yrs Time: 8.30 - 5pm Cost: $235 www.juniorgolfaus.com
Contact Leigh Hunter (PGA Professional) for bookings:
lhunter123@bigpond.com or 0404 851 679
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Canberra City Gymnastics Club Holiday Program April 2020 Week 1 : 14th - 17th April Week 2 : 20th - 24th April 8.30am - 5.30pm
$85 (1 day), $166 (2 days), $240 (3 days) $312 (4 days), $75 (per day for 5+ days) Plus $100 Gymnastics ACT Registration and Insurance fee for 2020 if not already paid
Morning/Afternoon Tea Provided BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Taken from 16th March 2020 Forms and conditions at
www.canberracity.gymnastics.org.au
Ph: 6251 1131
Email: office@canberracity.org.au 196 Mouat Street, Lyneham
85 Chandler St, Belconnen
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Gymnastics Programs for Girls and Boys aged 3 and over, regardless of skill and ability. The children will be challenged by learning new and exciting Gymnastics skills, as well as games and group activities in our fully equipped, purpose designed training centre. Just bring your own drink bottle and have FUN! BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL
SCHOOL HOLIDAY TIMETABLE WK UG $SULO 3-6 years Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10.00am – 11:30am $20 per session
SCHOOL HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS:
MON-FRI: 9:00AM-3:00PM PHONE:62963331 EMAIL: gymclub@southerncanberra.net
25 Gartside Street, Wanniassa
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Aikido for Kids
KIDS 5-8s
9-TEENS
Autism/Aspergers Class
O’CONNOR TUGGERANONG DEAKIN Effective, practical martial art Co-operative, Fun, Non-confrontational Designed for children; age-specific training Character development Focus, Self-Confidence Conflict resolution & Anti-bullying skills
MURRAY 0412413366 murray.loader@gmail.com www.canberraaikido.com.au
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MTB Day, Adventure & Enduro Camps www.dynamicmotivation.com.au/school-holiday-programs
Single Day Programs Mt Stromlo
Awesome 4day, 3night Camp Jindabyne
Mon 20th Apr 2020 9am-3pm
8am 14th – 5:30pm 17th April 2020
Tues 21st Apr 2020 9am-3pm Wed 22nd Apr 2020 9am-3pm Thu 23rd Apr 2020 9am-3pm Fri 24th Apr 2020 9am-3pm A fun day of world class MTB instruction $85 pp
• Transport Cbr-Jindy-Cbr • All meals, accommodation and supervision • World class MTB instruction $635 pp plus cost of day lift ticket at Thredbo if doing Enduro camp.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SUMMER EDITION COLOURING IN COMPETITION WINNERS
Mason Wheeler Emma Bibo Matilda Burns
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ACT SPORTS CLINICS Canberra’s Premier Coaching Program Six great clinics to choose from:
BASKETBALL ~ CRICKET ~ DANCE GOLF ~ SOCCER ~ TENNIS OR MULTI-PROGRAM* *Choose from all clinics each day!
We encourage fitness & fun!
Daily prizes, games, awards and excursions are sure to make each and every day an action-packed adventure!
Venues: Ages: Dates:
Gungahlin College, GUNGAHLIN Melrose High School, PEARCE
5yrs – 8yrs & 9yrs – 13yrs
Tuesday 14th April – Friday 24th April 2020 0 Closed Monday 13th April (Public Holiday)
Half Day, Full Day & Weekly Attendance Options
Qualified and enthusiastic coaches are on hand to develop your child’s skills and confidence, regardless of their age or experience. Don’t settle for any program, come & try Canberra’s most D comprehensive and enjoyable holiday program.
www.kidsbizholidays.com.au For everything you need to know about: bookings, excursions, program details, enrolment forms, CCS fee reductions.
admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au
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AGES
WEEK 1 APR 14–17
WEEK 2 APR 20–24
Sports Program^
5–12
✓
✓
Soccer Camp^
5–12
✓
✓
Pre-School Program*
4–5
✓
✓
Swim Intensive
3–12
✓
✓
Program
^ full day or weekly programs available * only runs on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday All Sports Programs run between 8am–5.30pm and are suitable for both boys and girls. Swim Intensive Program are 30-60min sessions, running between 9am–12pm. Bookings are essential for all programs — spaces are strictly limited. To apply for a place, please complete an enrolment form. Forms can be downloaded from experienceais.com/sports-camps/holiday-program
Leverrier Street, Bruce ACT 2617 6214 1281 // 6214 1050
ASC35778
Sports programs and camps: fitnesscentre@sportaus.gov.au Swim intensive program: swimschool@sportaus.gov.au
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Play Base
PB
SKATE 'N SCOOT Playbase’s skateboard, rollerblade and scooter Sports Program!
O’Halloran Cct, KAMBAH 0449 255 651 info@play-base.com.au
SPORTS - SOCCER
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Autumn
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Swimming Intensives Have fun learning swim skills that will last a life time! Lakeside
FROM
62
$
A WEEK!
Gungahlin
Scan here for more information
lakesideleisure.com.au | 6293 3122 gungahlinleisurecentre.com.au | 6241 1132
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NextGen Swim School 16 week contracts that start from whenever YOU want
Classes that range from 6 months old all the way to adults!
All instructors accredited with AustSwim, First Aid and CPR
3 hour make up policy allowing for flexible lesson times
To book or for further information call 6214 3000 or email sam.phipps@nextgenclubs.com.au
SPORTS - TENNIS Canberra Tennis Academy School Holiday Clinics
Venue
Little Smash 8:30-9:30am (4-7yrs)
Half Day Intensive 9-12pm (7yrs+)
$60/wk
$145/wk
Week
Little Smash 9-10am (4-7yrs)
Full Day 9-4pm (7yrs+)
20 - 24 Apr
$75/wk
$240/wk
Week
O’Connor 14 - 17 Apr
Tennis Club
Venue
Forrest
Tennis Club
(Tue-Fri)
To book - please text or email:
Andrew Bulley
Tennis Australia High Performance Coach B.App. Science (Sports Science and Coaching)
0418 295 255 or andrew@canberratennisacademy.com.au more info at www.canberratennisacademy.com.au
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TIRED OF THE KIDS WATCHING SCREENS THESE HOLIDAYS? TRY
TENNIS!
• Tennis improves full body coordination and motor skills
• Tennis increases cardiovascular fitness • Tennis is FUN! Holiday Coaching Camp at Melba is two weeks of developing tennis skills with our award-winning coaches.
RED BALL CAMP
JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP
AGES 3–6 With special low compression red balls that bounce lower and slower, and genuine ‘Hot Shots’ mini courts with lower nets, the youngest champions will have fun while learning to play.
AGES 6–14 Older kids will develop strokes and game skills in a fun and challenging environment.
Week 1 Week 2 Time Cost
Week 1 Tue 14 to Fri 17 Apr 2020* Week 2 Mon 20 to Fri 24 Apr 2020 Time 9 am to 12 pm (half day) 9 am to 4 pm (full day) Cost Daily $45 half $90 full Week 1 $145 half $280 full Week 2 $180 half $350 full
Tue 14 to Fri 17 Apr 2020* Mon 20 to Fri 24 Apr 2020 9 am to 10 am Daily $17 Week 1 $45 Week 2 $60
RESERVE YOUR PLACE NOW!
* No classes on Easter Monday 13 Apr
Call Owen Peemoeller on 0407 456 293 Email owen@onthelinetennis.com.au Register online at www.onthelinetennis.com.au
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HOLIDAY TENNIS CAMPS APRIL 20 to 24, 2020 Junior Holiday Camps + Full Day Sessions, 9am – 3pm + 5+ year olds + Red, Orange and Green Ball + Yellow Ball Classes + Beginners – Intermediate + $60 per day + Full week: $275
USE CODE, SAVE 20%
HOLHAP
REGISTER TODAY
bit.ly/cancamp20201
TENNIS WORLD CANBERRA 1300 836 647 • tennisworld.net.au
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Autumn Holiday Clinics Week 1: 14 - 17 April (4 days) NWTC & BPTC Week 2: 20 - 24 April (5 days) NWTC & BPTC Pre-Tennis Launch Pad (4–7 yrs) 8.30am–11.30am Technique and Tactics (6 yrs+) 8.30am–1.00pm
Technique and Tactics Plus (8 yrs+) 8.30am–5.00pm ANZ Hot Shots Tournament Tennis 1.00pm–5.00pm
Call Frank 0438 258 624 North Woden Tennis Club David 0424 295 634 Bungendore Park Tennis Club
www.risingstartennnis.com
Where:
JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS Gungahlin College, GUNGAHLIN & Melrose High School, PEARCE
multiple tennis courts ● state of the art equipment ● tennis ball machines!
Dates: Tuesday 14th April – Friday 24th April 2020
Closed Monday 13th April (Public Holiday) Professional and enthusiastic tennis coaches are on hand to develop your child’s skills and confidence, regardless of their age or experience.
Half day: 8:00am – 12:00pm (Two Tennis sessions) Full day: 8:00am – 6:00pm (Two Tennis sessions & Afternoon Excursion)
Don’t settle for any old program, come and try Canberra’s most comprehensive and rewarding vacation care for the all-inclusive holiday experience.
admin@kidsbizoshc.com.au
For everything you need to know please visit our website:
www.kidsbizholidays.com.au
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BOOK ONLIN E NOW!
Coaching & Racquet Services
Autumn Holiday Clinics Dates Week 1 - Tue 14 April - Fri 17 April Week 2 - Mon 20 April - Fri 24 April Sessions MORNING 8.30am-10.30am 4-7 yrs: Daily $18, Weekly $75 HALF DAY 8.30am-1.00pm 7+ yrs: Daily $41, Weekly $175 Location Eastlake Tennis Club - Flinders Way, GRIFFITH
Call David on 0412 623 713 or book online at www.dbtennis.com.au.
LIKE US @DB Tennis Canberra
Holiday Camp at Kaleen Tennis Club Holiday Camp: 20th - 23rd April 2020 Quarter Day: 9am - 10:30am: $25 per day 4-6yrs old Half Day: 9am - 1pm : $40 per day must be 7 years + Full Day: 9am - 4pm : $50 per day 8 years + Limited places available
Contact Reza - reza.tompsett@gmail.com or 0437 540 087
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JOIN THE TENNIS ACT BALLKID SQUAD BECOME PART OF THE TENNIS ACT BALLKID SQUAD FOR INTERNATIONAL TOURNAMENTS Make new friends and develop new skills: hand-eye coordination - ball skills - listening skills - focus concentration - observation To find out more, please contact Guy or Joel on actballkids@tennis.com.au or (02) 6160 7800
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Looking for extra copies? Extra copies can be found at any of the local places listed below. You can also download the Holiday Happenings App* or go to our website for the digital version - www.holidayhappenings.com.au • All ACT Public Libraries & Queanbeyan Library • Contact Canberra - Community Information • Belconnen Community Service • Canberra and Region Visitors Centre • Communities@Work - Tuggeranong Campus • Communities@Work - Gungahlin • Northside Community Service • Queanbeyan Visitor Information Centre • Southside Community Service • Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health Service • Woden Community Service
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