We understand how difficult it can be to find classes, activities, and programmes that your child may enjoy or be able to participate in, in an environment where they feel comfortable, that is non judgemental and designed with their well-being and inclusion at heart. As we become aware of them we will be listing all the disability and inclusive children's activities, sports, classes and groups that we come across. Sometimes, even specifically adapted classes may not be the right fit for your child, but it is always important to ask organisations and facilities if they can offer you a trial class or two, to make sure your child will settle in well.
Circability Trust - Social Circus
Social circus is a unique form of circus arts that combines the physical skills of the circus with the social and emotional benefits of community engagement, helping develop important life skills such as self-confidence, communication, teamwork, and perseverance. Suitable for ages 1 to 100. You can invite Circability to your event or attend one of theirs. Find out more by contacting them on www.circability.org or 0212209246
Argos Gymnastics
Argos gymnastics club located in Central Tauranga offers a Adaptive Programme called S.N.A.P (Special needs adaptive programme). Designed to ensure gymnastics is available for all children regardless of impairment. You can find out more via their website and downloading their brochure. argosgym.co.nz/snap-special-needs-adapted-program
Tauranga Swim School
Tauranga Swim school offer disability and private swimming lessons to children of all ages (as well as adults). They operate from the learners Pool at CCS Disability Action or Toi Ohomai Aquatic Centre. Both pools are heated with accessible change rooms and pool access.
www.taurangaswimschool.co.nz/classes.php
(Swimming New Zealand and the Halberg trust offer some funding grants that your child may be eligible for www.swimmingnz.org/post/disability-swimming )
Movement44 – Inclusive Dance Classes
Movement 44 offers fun, engaging, and inclusive dance classes for young people with disabilities and neurodiversity's. Classes are designed to build confidence, motor skills, and connection all in a supportive, non-judgmental space. Welcome dancers aged 5–18 and no experience is needed.
TERM 3 2025 is absolutely FREE
(allow over 18's from StarJam and as this grows may open more classes for a wider age range)
📍 Classes are currently based in Mount Maunganui
📩 To learn more or get in touch, feel free to email [email protected] or visit Instagram @movement44nz
Tauranga Hockey Centre
Hockey without limits is an inclusive hockey programme run by Tauranga Hockey Centre, for students of Primary, Intermediate or Secondary age with physical or intellectual disabilities. Check out their programme for term four.
www.tgahockey.co.nz/community-programmes/hockey-without-limits
Performing Arts Classes - The Glass Ceiling Collective.
The Glass Ceiling Collective is an inclusive performing arts centre for children and youth aged 7 - 21. Usually they work towards the performance of a production.
www.glassceilingartscollective.com/information-tauranga
NZPGA Professional Golf Coach
Here's a great sports contact (golf) in case members are interested in connecting. Stacey runs all ability sessions and coaching. She's super experienced both in golf and with supporting kids with all abilities.
Stacey Koppens, Titleist Performance Institute Certified, Dip Athlete Development (golf), 0274733277
www.staceykoppensgolf.com
No exceptions Netball
Seventeen years ago the ‘No Exceptions’ netball programme was implemented. This is a wonderful
programme that caters to the disabled and special needs community. The “No Exceptions” netball
programme helps to build self-esteem, enhance their skill development and offers the opportunity
to make new friends.
The ‘No Exceptions’ netball programme will run alongside the Primary and Intermediate School
Netball Competition on a Saturday with the support of dedicated coaching personnel. TNC has
created a friendly, non-threatening environment for students to participate alongside their peers
developing skills and participating in Saturday sport. If there is someone you know who may benefit
from this programme then please encourage them to sign up.
email [email protected] for registration or more info
BaySwim Sensory Friendly Swimming Lessons
One on one swimming lessson's held in a sensory friendly environment, 30 minutes long for children aged 3-15 years, available at Greerton or Baywave Pools. Lessons are run outside of mainstream hours on Thursday and Friday evenings , lights kept low and music turned off. Lessons are $40 per lesson
Contact [email protected]
Social circus is a unique form of circus arts that combines the physical skills of the circus with the social and emotional benefits of community engagement, helping develop important life skills such as self-confidence, communication, teamwork, and perseverance. Suitable for ages 1 to 100. You can invite Circability to your event or attend one of theirs. Find out more by contacting them on www.circability.org or 0212209246
Argos Gymnastics
Argos gymnastics club located in Central Tauranga offers a Adaptive Programme called S.N.A.P (Special needs adaptive programme). Designed to ensure gymnastics is available for all children regardless of impairment. You can find out more via their website and downloading their brochure. argosgym.co.nz/snap-special-needs-adapted-program
Tauranga Swim School
Tauranga Swim school offer disability and private swimming lessons to children of all ages (as well as adults). They operate from the learners Pool at CCS Disability Action or Toi Ohomai Aquatic Centre. Both pools are heated with accessible change rooms and pool access.
www.taurangaswimschool.co.nz/classes.php
(Swimming New Zealand and the Halberg trust offer some funding grants that your child may be eligible for www.swimmingnz.org/post/disability-swimming )
Movement44 – Inclusive Dance Classes
Movement 44 offers fun, engaging, and inclusive dance classes for young people with disabilities and neurodiversity's. Classes are designed to build confidence, motor skills, and connection all in a supportive, non-judgmental space. Welcome dancers aged 5–18 and no experience is needed.
TERM 3 2025 is absolutely FREE
(allow over 18's from StarJam and as this grows may open more classes for a wider age range)
📍 Classes are currently based in Mount Maunganui
📩 To learn more or get in touch, feel free to email [email protected] or visit Instagram @movement44nz
Tauranga Hockey Centre
Hockey without limits is an inclusive hockey programme run by Tauranga Hockey Centre, for students of Primary, Intermediate or Secondary age with physical or intellectual disabilities. Check out their programme for term four.
www.tgahockey.co.nz/community-programmes/hockey-without-limits
Performing Arts Classes - The Glass Ceiling Collective.
The Glass Ceiling Collective is an inclusive performing arts centre for children and youth aged 7 - 21. Usually they work towards the performance of a production.
www.glassceilingartscollective.com/information-tauranga
NZPGA Professional Golf Coach
Here's a great sports contact (golf) in case members are interested in connecting. Stacey runs all ability sessions and coaching. She's super experienced both in golf and with supporting kids with all abilities.
Stacey Koppens, Titleist Performance Institute Certified, Dip Athlete Development (golf), 0274733277
www.staceykoppensgolf.com
No exceptions Netball
Seventeen years ago the ‘No Exceptions’ netball programme was implemented. This is a wonderful
programme that caters to the disabled and special needs community. The “No Exceptions” netball
programme helps to build self-esteem, enhance their skill development and offers the opportunity
to make new friends.
The ‘No Exceptions’ netball programme will run alongside the Primary and Intermediate School
Netball Competition on a Saturday with the support of dedicated coaching personnel. TNC has
created a friendly, non-threatening environment for students to participate alongside their peers
developing skills and participating in Saturday sport. If there is someone you know who may benefit
from this programme then please encourage them to sign up.
email [email protected] for registration or more info
BaySwim Sensory Friendly Swimming Lessons
One on one swimming lessson's held in a sensory friendly environment, 30 minutes long for children aged 3-15 years, available at Greerton or Baywave Pools. Lessons are run outside of mainstream hours on Thursday and Friday evenings , lights kept low and music turned off. Lessons are $40 per lesson
Contact [email protected]
