We're back for Term 3!

Young Pioneers

Wednesdays 9.30am - 10.30am
Started Jul 22
150 New Zealand dollars
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Wednesdays 3.30pm - 4.30pm
Started Jul 22
150 New Zealand dollars
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Young Pioneers is a hands-on programme designed to empower kids and young adults with essential life skills and foster self-sufficiency from a young age. Through engaging activities and practical lessons, children will learn valuable techniques for sustainability, resourcefulness, and independence. Our curriculum blends fun with learning, inspiring kids to become confident and capable individuals. Young Pioneers is set at our beautiful community gardens next to Spa Park - the perfect classroom!

🌿 What We're Getting Up To 🌿

Each week is packed with hands-on fun, adventure, and skill-building in the great outdoors! Here's a sneak peek at the kinds of things we'll be exploring:

Firelighting and campfire cooking (with marshmallows)
Bushcraft, setting up camp, nature walks
Plant medicine (Rongoā Māori)
Foraging and wild food tasting
Building shelters and outdoor structures
DIY projects using real tools
Gardening and composting/hydroponics
Good old fashioned work!
Collecting eggs and learning about chickens
Nature-based games and team challenges
Earth art and nature crafts
Flying Fox & Catapult!
Rainy day hut missions
Learning knots and lashings
Garden-to-plate cooking
Storytelling and reflection around the fire
Building confidence, resilience and friendships

We adapt each session to the season, the weather, and the energy of the group — no two days are ever the same!

If you are wondering whether Young Pioneers is right for your child feel free to come along and check it out before signing up.

Benefits

Empowers kids & young adults with practical skills for self-sufficiency and resilience
Fosters a sense of responsibility towards the environment and community
Encourages creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking
Builds confidence and independence in children
Cultivates lifelong habits for sustainable living

Young Pioneers – School Rates

Discounts & Packages
Custom packages available for schools wishing to integrate Young Pioneers as part of regular curriculum delivery.
For tailored quotes, please contact us to discuss class size, specific needs, and curriculum goals.