Sport & School & Kindergarten in Auckland

“Each time my son goes to Ethos he comes home pumped. The guys manage to keep the kids engaged, focus and they have so much fun!! I couldn't recommend this program enough to those parents looking for something active and fun for the school holidays. From an 11 year old: "The full three days is the best option"!”

“I'm a parent of two children (11 y.o. and 4 y.o.), and both of them have attended this childcare. Honestly, I can’t praise the team enough for the incredible work they do with the kids. This year, many children moved on to school, and it was so heartwarming to see whole teams of teachers attending 5th birthday parties to celebrate and show their support. That says so much about the strong relationships they build. The teaching team has remained consistent over the years. When my younger child started, I already knew everyone—which gave me a great sense of trust. More importantly, the team works well together, they are genuinely happy in their roles, and they clearly love what they do. That joy and commitment reflect in how much they achieve with the children. I absolutely recommend this place. You can trust them with your little ones. Even if the building doesn’t look the flashiest from the outside, inside it’s full of love, care, and real focus on the wellbeing of both children and staff.”

“I have been going to Studio 16 pilates for two years now. Great instructors with extensive knowledge in pilates. The instructors easily adapt exercises to suit individual needs. Awesome atmosphere and I always feel welcome and throughly enjoy the classes. My body shape has totally changed for the better. I am stronger and leaner than I ever was. Best pilates studio ever thanks to Danny and the team.”

“A fantastic daycare with a super convenient location — especially handy if your kids attend the local school. The staff are warm, welcoming, and made my child feel safe and settled right from the start. It’s a professional operation with great systems and checks in place, which really gives me peace of mind. Couldn’t recommend them more highly!”

“We are so grateful to the amazing teachers at Little Star. When my first child started, she didn’t speak a word of English and everything was new to her. Thanks to the teachers’ care and support, she grew in confidence and learned so much. During the primary school transition visits, she joined the class so naturally, reading, speaking, and writing with the other children, and even answering questions with excitement. I truly appreciate all the love and encouragement that helped her get ready for this next step.”

“I love the genuine passion and care the staff have for the kids. My little one at 9 months old had no trouble settling in, she is absolutely thriving there. I love the kind and positive staff, who create such a warm, caring and safe environment, the care and attention she is given, small teacher to child ratios, the fun stimulating activities including lots of messy play and the photos/ learning books they update regularly, the awesome food they provide. Its all so great. Highly recommend!”

“We did an open diver course with Kiwi Scuba Divers. Alex and Jenni are amazing ! So patient and knowledgeable, we are so glad that we did the course with them. And in the shop, all staff are so friendly and helpful, giving us lots of great advice. Gear from the shop is great quality too!”

“A centre that feels like home when you walk through the door; we are always warmly greeted by Denise, Janna or Jane at the front desk. Kids are then welcomed into their room by the amazing, nurturing kaiako. The staff are passionate, highly skilled at their jobs and offer so much support to families; whether its helping with settling your child in the morning, toilet training or remembering what's important in each child's life at home. Amy makes the most delicious meals which our kids both loved and despite using Amy's exact recipes to recreate these meals at home, our daughter tells us "you need to ask Amy how to make it as good as hers!" We consider ourselves very fortunate to have found Kindercare as we don't have whanau in Auckland, but having such a special place for our kids is the next best thing. Both our kids had five years being lovingly cared for by the unique Kindercare Silverdale team - after ten years of being part of the Kindercare whanau, it is really hard to imagine saying goodbye to the centre later this year when our baby turns five. Highly recommend!”

“I had the absolute pleasure of facilitating a breathwork journey at Kanuka Yoga Space, and I can’t recommend it enough! The space itself is nothing short of beautiful — serene, peaceful, and thoughtfully designed to create the perfect environment for any wellness practice. What truly made my experience unforgettable, though, was the communication with Raquel and Stu. From start to finish, they were incredibly welcoming, organized, and professional. Their passion for creating a positive space for people to grow and connect is truly inspiring. Raquel and Stu's attention to detail and warm hospitality made the whole process seamless, and I felt completely supported every step of the way. I can tell they genuinely care about the people they work with, and that energy really shines through in everything they do. I thoroughly enjoyed leading the breathwork journey, and I’m confident anyone who has the opportunity to visit Kanuka Yoga Space will leave feeling uplifted and nourished. I look forward to working with them again in the future! Thank you, Raquel and Stu, for such an incredible experience!”

“Our child has been attending Kindercare Warkworth since they were 6 months old, they're just under 2 now and we can't speak more highly of our and their experience thus far. The Kaiako are friendly and loving, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming and they do so many interactive activities throughout the day, no matter the weather. It's also so nice to not have to worry about packing food as meals and snacks are all covered. We've watched our child go from strength to strength with their movement, confidence, speech and everything else. On the very rare occasion that there have been issues, they've been resolved promptly and professionally and we've been involved every step of the way. We feel confident that our child is in a safe and nurturing environment and absolutely recommend Kindercare Warkworth to anyone looking for a fantastic daycare.”

“We are so grateful to Sonia for taking us on and sharing her expertise with us on such short notice! She helped choreograph not only one, but TWO beautiful wedding dance routines for us and with just two lessons (and lots of practice) we left feeling confident and so excited for our first dance. Sonia made us feel comfortable, confident and most of all happy during our classes and we feel so lucky to have found her. We highly recommend Sonia to anyone getting married - we weren’t sure about the whole choreographed first dance thing and we were just going to wing it, but we’re so glad we did this. If you are on the fence like we were, just go for it - she will help make you feel more confident and excited about it all and you won’t regret it!”

“Very warm, welcoming and accommodating people; Kylie allowed me to sit in on my daughter’s first classes while she was getting over her shyness. Free trial classes too to figure out if your kid is ready or keen to dance. Teachers are lovely with the students and work with their individual abilities. Community of parents really shines through at Concert time every year when they all help out with getting our performers looking and performing their best! Even helped us find new ballet slippers when we needed to move up in sizes! Just a great environment for learning dance!”

“I have followed the IOAI for many years and watched the Institute develop into an all round - open minded club that throws politics out the door and lets students learn at their own pace and their own competent level no matter what style they practice in their own dojo. I have brought a few of my own students to his seminars that are packed with so much information and training ideas from some very high tier instructors who are more than willing to help out any and all visitors. Head instructor Sensei Dunken Francis is not afraid to pressure test any techniques and look at cross-training with other styles, something not often found in the dojos with old style attitudes. Highly recommended!”

“Excellent coaching from Gareth - our 12yr old Son loves coming to his classes. Highly recommend this jujitsu club for your children - it’s an excellent afterschool activity.”

“The best teaching team! All the kaiako here at Country Kids are warm, welcoming, supportive and amazing. Initially, I wanted to find a centre close home but decided that a 30 minute commute was well worth it. Our whānau have been here since June, and I’m so happy with how my daughter is going. My son, when old enough, will definitely be going here too. He loves Country Kids and so do we!”

“One of my favorite studios in NZ! Lots of height, plenty of parking, and cool community and vibes.”

“The IDI Interior Design Course was one of the most enjoyable courses I have completed. I was very impressed with the content of the course and the way that it was presented. It was comprehensive, challenging, practical but manageable. Each module has been well thought out and has all the information and more to allow you to successfully complete each assignment. When starting each assignment, at times, I did feel a little overwhelmed, but each module methodically guided me through the content to be able to present a successful assignment. The samples of previous students' work were also a great help. All the content will serve as a great resource and reference going forward. The website and all online content were great to use and were very student-friendly. The course worked you through preparing for your own business or employment, and I now believe I have the skills and knowledge to work with confidence and advance in the industry. I am excited to receive my Diploma and then complete an Advanced Module. Many thanks to my tutor Sophie Seeger and the team at IDI. I would absolutely recommend the course to anyone beginning their Interior Design journey or those wanting to refresh their Design knowledge. With Gratitude Jennifer”

“An outstanding workshop! Seann was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and made complex AI concepts easy to understand. The session was hands-on, practical, and left me feeling confident about how to apply AI tools in my work. Highly recommend!”

“Josh has done a brilliant job helping my teenage son. He joined College Rifles Boxing about 5 months ago. During that time we have seen a huge improvement in his attitude, gained more confidence and has learned to control his aggression.”

“My daughter started at KinderCare Constellation with very little English, and I was worried about how she would adjust. Howard, her Lead Teacher, has been incredibly responsible and caring. Kay has also been very responsible, always replying to my emails on time and in detail, which I greatly appreciate as a parent. After just three weeks, my daughter told me she likes Howard, and she has also made many new friends in the class. This gave us so much relief as parents, knowing she is both happy and supported. The staff’s patience, communication, and encouragement have really helped her feel comfortable. We also enjoy the daily updates and pictures, which keep us connected to her day. Thank you to Howard, Kay, and the whole team for creating such a supportive environment!”

“After we moved house, my son transitioned to KinderCare Pinehill, and he settled in remarkably well. The supportive environment helped him grow both emotionally and academically. He’s developed strong literacy and math skills and has built a love for reading. We’re so grateful for how well KinderCare has prepared him for school — he’s confident, happy, and thriving!”

“Kia ora. I have known Tanya and worked her since my inception into Ponsonby Rugby in 2007. She has helped me to recover from 2 shoulder reconstructions and a knee reconstruction. I would promote her in the highest for anything regarding sports. As an ex pro League player in Australia 2003-2004 and ex dual NZ 19’s in both rugby and league”

“I booked a 2 hour session + BHST with Absolute Motorcycle Training and could not recommend them more! Paul was incredibly patient and explained things in a way that was very easy to understand, especially for myself having no prior riding experience. He is great at creating a supportive learning environment and providing valuable feedback that will be of help throughout the learning journey. Definitely recommend”

“We are so grateful to the amazing teachers at Little Star. When my first child started, she didn’t speak a word of English and everything was new to her. Thanks to the teachers’ care and support, she grew in confidence and learned so much. During the primary school transition visits, she joined the class so naturally, reading, speaking, and writing with the other children, and even answering questions with excitement. I truly appreciate all the love and encouragement that helped her get ready for this next step.”

“Best BJJ gym! Super friendly and extremely helpful coach!”

“Learning Kung-Fu has become an enjoyable experience for my son since he has joined the Kung-Fu school 5 years ago. The instructors are skillful and following a syllabus where all the students are catered according to their level. I have seen a drastic development within my son in terms of decipline, attention and personality. It's great to see that my son is always excited to learn and develop his Kung-Fu.”

“Have only been attending for a short time but absolutely love it. I am already seeing results and feeling fitter. Trainers are awesome - very helpful, encouraging and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend Boot It to anyone wanting to improve their health and fitness.”

“Oliver MMA students are lucky to have such a great teacher. One who shows not only strong technical knowledge but a great attitude. A Fantastic training environment.”

“Rohan taught my son guitar lessons an over a year ago, at his home and then online when we moved house. I was really impressed by how thorough and dedicated he was as a teacher. He’s a Christian and brings that same care and integrity into his teaching. He and his wife also put together a beautiful annual concert that gives each student, whether child or adult, a chance to showcase their skills in a supportive and encouraging environment. My son is now quite confident to play the guitar for us when we have family devotions and will be practicing for church! I highly recommend!”

“My daughter started Love and Joy a week after she turned one. She is 19 months now.We can see how much her language has developed over the last few months. She can speak so well and clearly although we are bilingual. She sings most of the rhymes with actions. She has become independent sleeping , eating and also can solo play if needed. She is very social and interactive with people she meets. We have also noticed that she cleans up after play and puts things back in her place. Thanks to Lee and her team of amazing, caring and nurturing teachers. They make sure that the child has eaten, slept and well looked after. Also, my son who is now in school went to Love and Joy . Excellent day care. Highly recommend!”