Sports & Recreation
Arrowtown Badminton Club
Arrowtown Badminton Club is a social club playing from 7.00pm - 9.00pm every Monday usually beginning sometime in April & running through till September.$7.00 per night casual players, $5.00 per night club members.The Event Centre has some rackets for hire as does the club
Arrowtown Rugby Club
Twenty minutes from Queenstown, in the historic town of Arrowtown is home of the Arrowtown Rugby Club. Playing from Jack Reid Park, the club as a proud history in playing in the Central Otago and Otago Country Wide Competitions - in 2008 Arrowtown won both of these competitions. They have also held the much sort after White Horse Cup for the 2009 and 2010 seasons.
Arrowtown Swimming Club
The Arrowtown Swimming Club is run by volunteers from the community for the community. The club is steeped in history having been running for well over 30 years. We provide swimming lessons during the summer months for children seven years and older. Also squad training is offered to more competent swimmers in order to refine technique and gain fitness and stamina.
ArrowYoga
ArrowYoga brings affordable yoga lessons to all people of Arrowtown and surrounding. All levels are welcome. We teach Vinyasa Flow, Dynamic Hatha and Slow & Steady. All classes are 60 minutes and cost $10 per person. We can provide a mat. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring an extra layer during the Winter months. Please call us for a class schedule or email arrowyoga@gmail.com
Aspiring Beginnings Early Learning Centre
A small, not for profit, community owned childcare centre, providing quality early childhood education for children from 3 months of age.
Bike Wanaka
Bike Wanaka is a group of like minded cycling enthusiasts, we advocate trail building and maintenance in the Wanaka area, organise cycling events and try to bring together the local community to improve cycling facilities for everyone on two wheels in the Upper Clutha area.
Central Otago Wakatipu Cycle Club
Winner of "The Best Little Cycling Club in New Zealand" at 2009 Cycling NZ Awards. We emphasise having fun while racing. Catering for all, ranging from the beginner ‘Weekend Warrior’ through to elite ridersCentral Otago-Wakatipu Cycle Club was founded in 1990 as Wakatipu Cycling Club, affiliated to Cycling Southland and catering for Queenstown & Central Otago districts. The club na...
Department of Conservation - Wakatipu
Mission and visionThe Department of Conservation's challenge is to manage natural and historic heritage assets for the greatest benefit and enjoyment of all New Zealanders, by conserving, advocating and promoting natural and historic heritage so that its values are passed on undiminished to future generations.The Department’s mission is:To conserve New Zealand’s natural and historic he...
Department of Conservation - Wanaka
Mission and visionThe Department of Conservation's challenge is to manage natural and historic heritage assets for the greatest benefit and enjoyment of all New Zealanders, by conserving, advocating and promoting natural and historic heritage so that its values are passed on undiminished to future generations.The Department’s mission is:To conserve New Zealand’s natural and historic he...
Glenorchy Riding Club
The GYRC is a group of horse enthusiasts who – regardless of their riding skills, experience or discipline – come together to enjoy the hacking, training or events that the area can provide. We organise regular hacks to various stations, farms and some conservation areas (gratefully with the support of local farmers and DOC), often followed by a BBQ. For competitive ride...
Karate Dojo Queenstown
To find out more about the Dojo (Club) and Karate, feel free to visit our website.
Kingston Gardening Group
We meet monthly, visit gardens in Kingston and swap seeds and cuttings. Visitors welcome. Other contact: Irene Brown Telephone: 03 2488518
Mainly Music Wanaka
Held at St Andrews Presbyterian Church Hall, Tenby Street, Wanaka Tuesdays 9.30am - 11.00am You can also contact: Kathy Dedo PH: 03 443 5364
Mountain Safety Council
The Wakatipu branch of the Mountain Safety Council run a variety of public courses in the following disciplines - Firearms, Bushcraft, Outdoor First Aid, HUNTS, River Safety and Avalanche. We are always interested in hearing from individuals or groups wishing to become involved and learn more about courses. Please email wakatipu@mountainsafety.org.nz or telephone the branch on 409 2025 for further...
Queenstown Dog Agility Club
Dog agility training from your local experts. Fun, social or compete. Meet weekly at Lake Hayes and training at our fully fenced paddock in Arrowtown. It's a great way to have fun with your dog in this fast growing sport. You guide your dog over a range of obstacles, hurdles, tunnels, weave poles, see-saws and ramps in the quickest possible time! No experience necessary, all safe training provi...
Queenstown Gymnastics Club Inc
The Queenstown Gymnastic Club is the Wakatipu's only fully equipped gym & includes a sprung floor and all the apparatus required for men's and women's artistic gymnastics (MAG & WAG). There's a class to suit ages 5yrs and above and ability through a range of various recreational and competitive programmes! We aim to provide quality coaching in a friendly atmosphere, with our classes taught by qu...
Queenstown Hockey Club Incorporated
Played on turf in Cromwell. Season commences late February/early March - always looking for new players, coaches and umpires
Queenstown Junior Football Club
Welcome to the Queenstown Junior Football Club, the home of football in the Wakatipu Basin! The QJF club aims to promote and foster the game of football within the Wakatipu basin for players of school ages (from 5 years to 18 years). The club was first formed in the 1980’s for the promotion and organisation of football within the Wakatipu Basin with about 50 to 60 members; it now has over 3...
Queenstown Junior Futsal
Queenstown Football also provides indoor football in term 3 at the Queenstown Events Centre. Indoor Football / Soccer is known as Futsal There are limited places available for kids aged U8 - U14 Please contact us for more information
Queenstown Scout Group
Welcome to Queenstown Scout Group. We provide fun and action-packed programmes to Queenstown youth! Scouting is a great way for boys and girls to learn a variety of new skills, make new friends, visit exciting places and share in new experiences. We are a community organisation run by parents and volunteers. Queenstown Scout Group offers Keas, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers based on childrens ...
Queenstown Trails Trust
The Queenstown Trail is a 120km cycle and walking trail built and maintained in a unique partnership between the Queenstown Trails Trust and the Queenstown Lakes District Council. The trail forms part of Nga Haerenga, The New Zealand Cycle Trail and is one of the 22 'Great Rides'. It connects Queenstown with Arrowtown, Gibbston and Jacks Point. Since opening in October 2012 over 1 million uni...
Shotover Four Wheel Drive Club
Based in Queenstown, the home of New Zealand's most spectacular scenery, the Shotover Four Wheel Drive Club generally holds a couple of runs each month. Our monthly meetings are held at the St John Ambulance Rooms, 10 Douglas Street, Frankton at 7.30 pm on the first Wednesday of the month. All new prospective members are welcome, we are a very friendly bunch and welcome anyone who comes to visit ...
Southern Lakes Deerstalkers Association
Formed in 1937, the New Zealand Deerstalkers’ Association is New Zealand’s recognised National body representing and speaking for hunters generally. The Queenstown (Southern Lakes NZDA) branch meet every last Thursday of the month, social opportunity to share or learn about hunting
Sport Central
Sport Central is a partnership between Sport Otago, Sport Southland, the Central Otago District Council, and the Queenstown Lakes District Council. The programme, which commenced in 2002, is designed to address the specific sport and recreation issues facing the Central Otago community. We are grateful for the support of the Community Trust of Otago and the Central Lakes Trust for supp...
The Sociable Club
The Sociable Club provides opportunity for the over 30's to meet and socialise at fun events and activities. Join now to meet a network of like-minded people.
Upper Clutha Herb Society
Meetings:Are on the second Tuesday of each month, and take place in members homes (advised by newsletter and the local weekly paper). We have a shared lunch (usually featuring the herb of the month) being a 'highlight'
Upper Clutha Rugby Football Club
All new members welcome! Another contact: Nick Thompson - 027 226 68573
Upper Clutha Tracks Trust
The Upper Clutha Tracks Trust is a non profit organisation dedicated to developing a high quality network of public trails around Wanaka and the Upper Clutha Basin.The Trust is made up of seven passionate members of the Wanaka community, plus representatives from the Council, Department of Conservation.The Trust is registered with the Charities Commission – Reg No. CC38956The Trust is an Inc...
Upper Clutha Tramping Club
Club nights are held on the second Wednesday (excluding July) of each month at the Wanaka Yacht Club. These meetings are advertised in the Messenger and have an informal structure. Generally reports are given on recent trips and information is given and trip booking lists circulated on upcoming trips. A speaker may give a talk on a topic of general interest or the members may participate in a...
Volunteering Central
Volunteering Central is passionate about volunteering and ensuring volunteers have a postive experience. We seek to raise awareness of volunteering in the Central Lakes District and connect people who want to volunteer their time, skills and energy to organisations which rely on their help. To register your organisations role or to browse volunteer roles on line check out our website or call us to...
Wakatipu Aero Club
Flying in the Wakatipu area can be dated back to the 1950s, with locals enjoying recreational flying. September of 1970 saw the formation of the Wakatipu Aero Club and the start of a very active and unique flight training provider. The Wakatipu Aero club is run by its own members who are all very keen aviation enthusiasts. The clubroom facilities provide a great environment for all members to rel...
Wakatipu Anglers Club
The Wakatipu Anglers Club is based in Queenstown and meets monthly. The club holds regular club trips, competitions, take a kid fishing days and an annual beginners' fly fishing course which is open to the public. Members can access the club newsletter and club members only forum via our club website. We also have a very active and informative Facebook Account: https://www.facebook.com...
Wakatipu Dog Agility Club
All dogs and handlers welcome to participate in regular agility and fly-ball training at Jardine Park, Kelvin Heights. Training during school term time, every Saturday 10.00am, 1st & 3rd Wednesday 6pm (during daylight savings).
Wakatipu Guides Club
For Pippies, Brownies, Guides, Rangers and Leaders. Girl guides are a great way for girls to make new friends and enjoy a range of diverse activities in an environment of positive encouragement and fun. We enable girls and young women to reach their potential and make a difference in the world
Wakatipu Riding Club
Wakatipu Riding Club, Inc. (WRC) is an affiliated member of New Zealand Riding Clubs, Inc. and Bridleways NZ. We are an open, active, fun group of adult horse lovers who share a common passion for equestrian activities and information. We organise and host competitions, treks and other equestrian events to provide riding and social opportunities for our members and other riders. We also promote t...
Wakatipu Rugby Club
As the only rugby club located in Queenstown, New Zealand, the Wakatipu Rugby Club has a proud record of one of the strongest Otago Country Rugby Clubs around. Formed in 1953 the club currently fields two senior rugby teams, the Premiers and Wanderers as well as an U17,U16, U15, U14, a girl’s team and nine teams in the junior club. If you are looking for a club to play for in NZ where you wi...
Wakatipu Ski Club
The Wakatipu Ski Club is located on Coronet Peak ski area, Queenstown New Zealand and was established in June 1949. Over the years the club has produced a large number of New Zealand ski team members, New Zealand ski team coaches as well as Olympic skiers. The current hut was built in 1979 and has been extended to over the years with the most recent extension being in 2006. The club's focus these...
Wakatipu Swim School
We are passionate about teaching Learn to Swim in our community, and promoting water safety strategies to the children in our schools and ECE centres. We support the Queenstown Primary School in using their pool during Terms 1 & 4 and year round we use Alpine Aqualand on Sundays. Holiday swim blocks are a great way to boost swim skills for busy families without time for weekly swim lessons dur...
Wakatipu Walkers
Do you want to walk in the Queenstown area? We are an informal walking group and we hike a different trail in the Queenstown Lakes area every Thursday whatever the weather. Please see our website for further details. Visitors to the area especially welcome.
Wakatipu Woodcraft Guild
The Guild is a member of New Zealand's National Association of Woodworkers which brings together both amateur and professional people, from all over New Zealand, who are skilled in working with wood. Its membership is comprised of individuals, clubs and guilds. Meetings: Second Monday of each month at a members workshop.
Wanaka Bowling Club
You can also phone the club house on 03 443 7873 orEmail: wanakabowls@xtra.co.nz Secretary: Madeleine Wilson - Phone 03 443 4045
Wanaka Camera Club
Club meets monthly, 2nd Monday, at the St Johns Hall, Link Way, at 7:30pm Photography theme each month. Usually a speaker. Club suitable for all abilities.
Wanaka Croquet Club
Association Croquet and Golf Croquet. Club days Wednesday 10-12am, Thursday & Saturday 9:30-12am and 1:30-4pm
Wanaka Nordic Ski Club
Enjoy the winter months to the fullest - discover fitness, fun and friendship, learn new skills, ski at a reasonable price and explore new territory.
Wanaka Squash Rackets Club
Wanaka Squash club was started in 1985. We have over 100 members and feature highly in the national rankings. Members participate in national, interclub and club pennants tournaments. There is also the annual club championships.
Wanaka Walkers
Mondays - meet on the lakefront near the Showgrounds, McDougall Street, usually at 9.30am. Visitors welcome. Bring suitable boots, clothes and lunch. An alternative, shorter walk group meets at the same place at 10.00am.
Wanaka Yacht & Powerboat Club Inc.
Wanaka Yacht Club is situated on the shores of Lake Wanaka in the heart of the Southern Lakes region of New Zealand. The club conducts a twilight race series throughout the summer season commencing at 6.00pm every Thursday. The clubrooms offer a spectacular vista and a great place for a drink and a light meal after racing. Sailing on Lake Wanaka can be quite exciting particularly when the prevaili...