Have a Go!

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Have a Go!

“Have a Go” is a school holiday programme based in West Auckland for young people (age 12-17).

We are offering a beginner-friendly programme for young people who would like to try rock climbing, bush walking and kayaing.

We will take a small group of 10 teenagers (one younger group and one older group) to learn the basic skills and have a go at these fun outdoor activities …

• Younger group (12-14-year-olds)
• Older group (15-17-year-olds)

WHAT IS THIS PROGRAMME?

“Have a Go” is a programme that has been designed for young people who would like to have a go at different outdoor adventure activities. If you have wanted to try rock climbing, bush walking or kayaking, but never had the chance before, this programme is for you!

These will be small groups:  10 young people with 2 instructors.

WHO IS IT FOR?

• This programme has been designed for complete beginners. If you have never been rock climbing or kayaking before, that’s totally fine! We will teach you the basics and then walk you through the experience.
• It’s for young people (12-14 and 15-17 years old)
• For people who might not spend much time being active, but would like to try.

WHAT ACTIVITIES WILL WE DO?

Both the younger and older groups will try rock climbing and bush walking and kayaking. You don’t need to have any experience and we will provide all the gear you need. Our instructors are really experienced (and lovely!) and they can talk you through the whole experience.

WHERE IS IT?

We will meet at our office (Unit 1, 4 Winston Place, Henderson, Auckland) at 9am each day, then head off to the activity location together in one of our vans. The activity will be at different locations around Auckland. Then we will be back at our office by 4pm each day.

WHEN IS IT?

• 3 days during the July school holidays
• Older group (15-17 year olds) during Week 1 of the holidays (7-9th July 2026) NOW CLOSED
• Younger group (12-14 year olds) during Week 2 of the holidays (14-16th July 2026) NOW CLOSED
• 9am – 4pm
• Drop off and pick up from our office (1/4 Winston Place, Henderson)

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

• $60 per day
• Or $150 for all 3 days

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

• We will provide all the gear that you need (bikes and helmets, rock climbing harnesses and helmets, etc.).
• We will also have wet weather clothing (if needed) and some warm layers.
• We will provide transport to the activity locations
• You need to bring the following: 
• Casual clothes suitable for physical activity (which may get wet and/or muddy)
• Shoes suitable for physical activity (which may get wet and/or muddy)
• Warm clothes (suitable for the weather forecast)
• Rain jacket
• Bring your own lunch
• Bring a full water bottle
• Kayaking: please bring a sunhat and glasses if it is sunny (the sun reflects off the water to
• Kayaking: A change of clothes to get changed into after kayaking (you will get wet)
• Kayaking: A second pair of shoes that can get wet
• Kayaking: Togs and towel

HOW DO I SIGN UP?

Just fill in the registration form at the bottom of this page and we will be in touch!

Got a question?

If you have read the info on this page but you still have a question, please contact Jo (info@adventurespecialties.co.nz or 03-348-4547).

Enrol now

Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot by filling in the enrolment form below.

ENROLMENTS ARE NOW CLOSED. Please register your interest to be emailed if/when future programmes become available.