New Appointment
Sport Northland is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Tamara Heremaia to the role of Northland Secondary School Events Coordinator. Tamara comes most recently from Whangarei Netball where she has been Netball Coach and Leadership Development Coordinator. Through this role she has had contact in schools with teachers and sport coordinators and is looking forward to the new challenges the secondary school events role presents. Tamara begins her role on June 4th.
The Planning of Ruakaka School’s Sports Programme to Impact Club Membership
Ruakaka Primary School is situated 30km south of Whangarei, it has a roll of approximately 148 children and service a farming community.
Being on the fringe Whangarei, coordinating a variety of sports to visit and work with staff and students can be challenging. Linking the school with these opportunities is essential to encourage the continued involvement in sport... more
Top Town in Pouto
Pouto is a primary school 60km out of Dargaville. Given the school’s isolation it was determined to run a Top Town type of day where the students could demonstrate their developing skills through a range of fun activities... more
1200 Run & Walk in Paihia
Sunday 12 May was a picture perfect day for the Jennian Homes Mother's Day Run/Walk in Paihia. Who can you spot in the photos... here
Sport Thought with Brent Eastwood
Sport Northland's Involvement with the Whangarei Aquatic Centre... more
Junior Cricket Back in the Bay.
This season the Far North Cricket Association ran a junior competition in the Bay of Islands for the first time in a number of years. Starting in November the competition ran for several weeks at Kerikeri Primary before the Christmas break and resumed in the New Year. Practices have been held every Wednesday evening at both Kerikeri and Riverview primary schools with close to 50 children in years 3-6 participating over the season... more
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FITNESS CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
Key to the intensity of each program:
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PHYSICAL CHALLENGE****
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CXWORX *
What will CXWORX do for me? CXWORX is a low impact and low cardio 30 minute workout that caters to all fitness levels. It is ideal for tightening your stomach and glutes, while also improving funtional strength and assisting in injury prevention. This class will motivate you to venture outside your comfort zone. Check out our Group Fitness Classes Timetable at the top of this page.
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BODY ATTACK
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Body Balance *
Body Balance is the yoga, tai chi and pilates workout that leaves you feeling long, strong, centred and calm. It’s your personal “time out” from stress and strains of daily life – a 55-minute group exercise-to-music class that enhances your physical and mental wellbeing.
Ready to give it a go? Check out our Group Fitness Classes Timetable at the top of this page.
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Body Pump **
It’s the fastest way to shape up and lose body fat. Body Pump is a toning and conditioning class with weights and is for just about everybody. It’s perfect for both males and females who want to add strength training into their aerobic workout. The simplicity of the class makes Body Pump a great starting point to develop strength and confidence. Hot sounds and compelling choreography keep you going through each 55-minute workout.
Ready to give it a go? Check out our Group Fitness Classes Timetable at the top of this page.
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RPM
RPM has been designed by some of the world’s top fitness experts to burn fat quickly. In fact, you can burn up to 600 calories in a class. Not only will this workout tone your legs and butt, it will provide you with a highly effective, moderate to high intensity cardiovascular workout!
Ready to give it a go? Check out our Group Fitness Classes Timetable at the top of this page.
*Payment and booking required in advance to secure bike allocation*
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Asthma *
IMPROVEMENTS PLUS! This class is essentially about learning how to breath properly and is combined with basic free weight exercises. If you’re a sufferer of asthma and regularly get along to this class, you are bound to notice the difference! IT’S FREE TO EVERYONE!
#Note: Studio 2 has been specifically fitted out with exercise equipment, mats, handrails and heating to help assist the people who take part in this programme.
Ready to give it a go? Check out our Group Fitness Classes Timetable at the top of this page.
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Movement Rehabilitation
All referrals to the Movement Rehabilitation Programme must go through NASC (Needs Assessment Service Co-ordination) and they are situated in the Northland Disabilities Resource Centre, John Street – Ph 4300988.
#Note: Studio 2 has been specifically fitted out with exercise equipment, mats, handrails and heating to help assist the people who take part in this programme.
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Tai Chi
Improves flexibility, reduces stiffness and helps keep joints mobile. ACC research has shown that Tai Chi is effective in reducing falls in older adults. Enjoy the health benefits and increased sense of well being.
Ready to give it a go? Check out our Group Fitness Classes Timetable at the top of this page.
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Kiwi Senior Classes - Regular Activities for 60+
LITE CIRCUIT *
IT’S ALL GOOD STUFF in this easy move class which combines the use of circuit machines with basic aerobics movements to help improve all-round strength and fitness.
LITE PACE*
Lite Pace is a KiwiSeniors class with entry charge of $4.00. Any non KiwiSeniors are required to pay a casual fee. MOVE AND GROOVE in an easy move class. This is a class that suits the older participant and covers basic aerobics movement patterns.
SIT FIT*
Sit Fit is a seated exercise class for the less able or wheelchair exercisers to join the able bodied. It is an efficient all over body workout. The gentle exercise is a fun low impact movement to music class.
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