by Susan Guenther, Raglan Old School Arts Centre
The very popular Old School holiday activities for kids are on again. This time with a “Sun, Sea & Smile” theme and lots of beach inspired activities! Bring your friends and join in a week of creative play at the Old School Arts Centre from Monday 21 January to Friday 25 January. Five fun filled days for youngsters have been organised by popular holiday programme leaders, Chris Mitchell & Yann Bordier.
Offered as part of the national Out of School Care And Recreation (OSCAR) programme, a range of daily activities which will guarantee the kid’s have a fun, creative time. With many youngsters from all over new Zealand on holiday in Raglan, local children have the opportunity to make new friends and meet up with their mates from previous OSCAR programmes..
Yann says tie-dying is always a favourite activity with the children. The youngsters tackle the process with enthusiasm, and take home their own colourful creations. There will be opportunities to learn new skills and plenty of lively games outdoors.
Each day will be based around a specialty event. Chris and Yann are well known in Raglan for teaching locals the skills of sailing. On Thursday 11th January, the youngsters will have an excellent opportunity to learn, while still safely on land, the vital skills of water safety and the basic skills for setting up a boat and sailing.
The kids will enjoy baking a delicious almond pie, and eating their own creation. And for those young artists who love a challenge, a sandcastle competition will draw out their creative side.
Chris and Yann are skilled in leading active holiday programmes for youngsters. Co-ordinaters of the Old School Art Centre’s OSCAR programmes, both are also accomplished artists and sailors. They understand the importance of a supportive and encouraging environment. The sessions are for ages 5 to 12 and all materials are supplied.
Reserve your places in these fun activities at the Old School for ages 5 to 12. We’d love to see you there!
Monday 21 January to Friday 25 January 2013: 9.00am – 3.00pm
- Session 1: Monday 21 January: Tie dying
- Session 2: Tuesday 22 January: Sand castle competition
- Session 3: Wednesday 23 January: Craft activities & outdoor games
- Session 4: Thursday 24 January: The basics of sailing – learn on land
- Session 5: Friday 25 January: Almond Pie baking & craft activities
Bookings are essential so be in quick. Register at the Old School Arts Centre on (07) 825 0023 or info@raglanartscentre.co.nz