SPORT
BMX: Every Wednesday, NP BMX Club, Hickford Park, Bell Block. Registrations from 5.15pm, racing from 6pm.
TENNIS HOTSHOTS: NZPost fun tournament. Calling all 5 to 12-yearolds, jump on court with us whether or not you have played tennis before. Red, orange and green levels of play to suit your age and ability. This Saturday, October 22, 10am at Waiwaka Tennis Club. Entry $10. Contact Yvonne 021 1736760. BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU: Southern Tribes Taranaki. Brazilian jiu-jitsu is a martial art and combat sport that teaches a smaller person how to defend him/herself against a larger adversary by using leverage and proper technique. All ages all levels. Friendly environment. Adults classes focus on BJJ, MMA, fitness and self defence; Fundamentals Monday and Wednesday 6pm. Children’s classes focus on BJJ and Bully Proof promoting self-confidence, self awareness, respect, friendship and fun; 4-7yrs Monday and Friday 4.10pm, 7+yrs Monday and Friday 4.40pm. First class free. Held at NP Wrestling Club 24b Lawry St.
Contact Pina 0274727753.
SOCIAL TENNIS: Waitara tennis club social tennis. Come along for a couple hours on a Tuesday 7pm for fun and exercise. Enter a team or for more information phone Marie 7547329, or 0274570050.
AZUCAR DANCE: Strong by Zumba, Peace Hall, Wednesday 6.30pm. Contact Puna 021 244 5858.
DANCE FIT CLASS: A fun one- hour class focusing on cardio and toning to music such as Hip Hop, Rock, African, Pop. Something for everyone and all abilities. Saturdays at 9am, Fitzroy School hall, Sackville St. $5 cash entry. Facebook: ‘‘Dance Fitness InMotion’’ - Phone: Pip 021 408 017.
GOLF CROQUET: West End Croquet Club, golf croquet Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. On Tuesday and Wednesday names must be in by 8.45am for a 9am start and on Saturday, put names in by 12.45pm for a 1pm start. Games are approximately 45 minutes long and morning\afternoon tea is provided. The club has spare mallets for anybody wishing to have a game and we ask that flat shoes are worn. Access to the club is via the Churchill Heights road entry. New members are most welcome. Contact Janet Durdle 753 5130.
LEARN TAEKWONDO: New Plymouth Taekwondo (& Hapkido) Club is a member of the World Taekwondo Federation and practises a combination traditional Taekwondo, competition fighting, and the highly practical self-defence of Kuk Jae Hapkido. Classes are Monday and Wednesday 6pm to 8pm at the Fred Tucker Memorial Community Centre, Bell Block; for ages 8 years and above. Contact Master Steve Drummond nptc@slingshot.co.nz or 027 949 1773.
GOLF CROQUET: Tasman Club.
Easy parking and access at end of Hobson St. Thursdays, Sundays, 1.30 pm weather permitting. Curious or ‘‘maybe’’ players most welcome. Enjoy a game of strategy and gentle outdoor exercise on seaside greens. Mallets provided, please wear flat shoes. $5 green fee. Contacts, 758 6555, or 757 4110.
CROQUET: New Plymouth Croquet Club. Club days are Golf Croquet Tuesday 9am -12; Wednesday 9am – 4pm; Friday 9am –12: Association Croquet Tuesday 12-45 – 4pm; Friday 12-45 – 4pm; Saturday 12-45 – 4pm. New members young or old are welcome to come and try. Inquiries Phone Peter 7535171 or Margaret 7549372.
WALK OR JOG: New Plymouth Joggers and Walkers Club meets every Wednesday, 5.30pm, meet at Pukekura Park Gates, every Sunday, 8am, meet at Bellringer Cricket Pavillion. More info at www.npjoggers-walkers.co.nz.
CROQUET: The summer season of the New Plymouth Croquet Club has started. New members are very welcome. For details contact club captains Peter ph7535171 or Margaret ph 7539377.
JUDO: This is designed to be practised by all ages - both male and female. All are welcome. Classes are held 6.30 - 8.30pm each Friday in the Moturoa School Hall, at 45 Pioneer Rd during school term. Contact Danny Hall 022 029 5083 or email danny@themarketingtree.co.nz for more info.
AIKIDO: This is a practical martial arts self-defence system for people aged 12 years and over. It is designed to be practised by both males and females. . Classes are held 6.30 - 8.30pm each Tuesday at 169 Devon St East (upstairs) during school term. Contact Danny Hall 022 029 5083 or email danny@themarketingtree.co.nz for more info.
MARTIAL ARTS: Shorinji Kempo is a practical and effective Japanese self-defence martial art for all ages and abilities. Instructed by a 6th Dan branch master, we train three times a week in the St Mary’s Cathedral Peace Hall: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and Saturday’s from 3 to 5pm. Contact Peter ph 027 480 9761 www.shorinjikempo.co.nz.
KUNG FU: The Kung Fu School specialises in classes for children, teens and adults. First lesson is free. Monday and Wednesday: Children (7yrs+) 6-7pm; Teens and adults 7-8.30pm. Spotswood Primary School Hall. Contact: Matthew Deihl, 022 0411 251 Email: newplymouth@shaolinkungfu.co.nz. KICKBOXING: Hurricanes Freestyle Kickboxing Train every Tuesday and Thursday at Bell Block Hall. Freestyle kickboxing is a mixture of karate, tae kwon do and western boxing techniques. Junior classes are 6pm7pm and adults are 7pm-8pm. Cost is $5 per session and first session free. Contact Gavin on 021 1217079 or yghughes@hotmail.com for more information.
VOLLEYBALL: The 2016 New Plymouth Indoor Volleyball leagues are played at the TSB Stadium on Sunday nights from 6 - 8.30pm through to December 4. For further details contact Phil Gayton 027 2845557 or www.facebook.com/ spotswoodvolleyballclub
10-PIN BOWLING: All welcome to join our friendly group every fortnight on Friday afternoons for fun, fellowship and a cuppa. Join members of the New Plymouth Widow and Widowers and Friends group. Contact Lynette 751 3346 Or Esme 758 5805.
SKATING: East End Arena every Friday night. Two sessions each night. 5-6.30pm. Pre-teens only, parents welcome, admission $5 (includes skates if required) and 7-9pm Everybody welcome $7 (includes skates if required).
10-PIN BOWLING: 50 Forwards meet every Wednesday at 9.30am start at Bowlarama for 10 Pin Bowling. For fun and friendship. Discount prices. Phone Errol
7574757.
SOCIAL RIDE: Ladies walkway social ride: Join Creena and friends every Tuesday from 10.30am. This ride leaves from the carpark at the bottom of Buller St and heads along the Coastal Walkway to the Port or Bell Block Cycle Park. Road or mountain bikes welcome. Helmets must be worn and remember your coffee money for a cuppa at the end of the ride. Contact Creena for more information on 027 464 1551. WALKING: Friday mornings, walking group for people with intellectual and/or physical impairment, meet at Wind Wand, 10.30am – 11.30am. Get together for social support and exercise. For more information contact Paras Kaushik 021 022 58209. KANGATRAINING: Every Monday and Friday, 10am - 11.15am, Rumpus Room, New Plymouth. Email Bernetta to register for a class: info@kangatraining.co.nz
CYCLING: Every Tuesday, the Latte Ladies Road Cycling Group, departs from Vivian St, 50 metres down from the corner of Morley St at 9am then collects other riders at Mangorei Rd lights at about 9.10am, finishes with coffee around 11am. Full route is 50 55 km. For more information, contact Pam Coe on 027 475 8131 or 06 758 1313.