Technology Seminar for Parents

6th March 2018

Eastside parents, caregivers, grandparents, teachers, or anyone working with young people are invited to a seminar to update you on how technology is affecting young people, and some tips and techniques to protect them and your family. Led by the hilarious Attitude team, part of The Parenting Place, who has done inspirational talks to over 100,000 New Zealand young people!! Hosted at Parklands Baptist Community Church, 180 Queenspark Drive. $5 koha (if you can). Monday 26th March 7:30 – 9:00pm

Father & Son Camp 2018

5th March 2018

Youth Alive Trust ran its 5th annual Father Son Camp recently, taking 14 dad’s and their intermediate aged son away to the Canterbury High Country for a time of bonding, adventure, activities and food. The weekend was a mixture of outdoor activities such as exploring and bouldering at Castle Hill, Kayaking, archery and swimming at Lake Lyndon. They also ran sessions key to the father son relationship like communication skills and how to have difficult conversations. When asked for feedback one dad responded with “My favourite thing about camp was spending time with my son and the range of planned activities and sessions to help us bond and get a deeper understanding of each other.” Another dad said “It was great to hear all the dads worry about the same things. lol .” And one of the Boys mentioned that “Camp helped me understand a little better what being a dad is like.” Stay tuned for a Father Son Camp for Teens coming soon…

Posted by Youth Alive Trust on Sunday, March 4, 2018

Listening with your eyes

2nd March 2018

There are times when you’re talking to someone, and you know they want to tell you something – PLEASE be bold, ask them if they’re ok and make time to listen! They may just be testing to see if you’re trustworthy or will take them seriously. Giving someone the space to listen can change or even save a life. If you have nobody to listen when you need them, please contact one of these services: 1) Youthline: 0800 376 633, Free txt 234 Email: talk@youthline.co.nz, 2) Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or 3) Need to talk: by free texting or phoning: 1737 4) Safe to Talk (a new sexual harm info and support helpline) on 0800 044334, Txt 4334, online chat: www.safetotalk.nz

Say Something…

There are times when you're talking to someone, and you know they want to tell you something – PLEASE be bold, ask them if they're ok and make time to listen! They may just be testing to see if you're trustworthy or will take them seriously. Giving someone the space to listen can change or even save a life. If you have nobody to listen when you need them, please contact one of these services: 1) Youthline: 0800 376 633, Free txt 234 Email: talk@youthline.co.nz, 2) Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or 3) Need to talk: by free texting or phoning: 1737 4) Safe to Talk (a new sexual harm info and support helpline) on 0800 044334, Txt 4334, online chat: www.safetotalk.nz

Posted by Youth Alive Trust on Thursday, March 1, 2018

Babysitting Training Course for Teen

28th February 2018

Babysitters Training Course for teens coming again to New Brighton in the next school holidays: Monday 23rd April 2018. Whether you’re already babysitting the neighbours kids or your younger siblings or want some credibility when looking for a babysitting job – this day is for you! Course covers expectations of a babysitter, the child and family, safety, play and basic first aid by a trained Plunket facilitator. This is the first Monday of the second week of the school holidays and there are limited spaces. Just $25 per person paid after you register online, through this link: http://www.youthalivetrust.org.nz/parenting-and-preschool/plunket-babysitting-course/

2018 Clubs

9th February 2018

Our 2018 weekly youth clubs all start the week of the 19th to 23rd of Feb. You can register for them online, through your normal Aimyplus log-in if you have one, or just create one at this link:

yatclubs.aimyplus.com

We are currently creating Term 1 flyers and our leaders are going through beginning of year trainings and club meetings. Invite your mates and feel free to just turn up to try it before registering.

Kitchen Klub – Mondays 3:30 – 5:00pm
Craft Club – Wednesdays 3:30 – 5:00pm
Basketball Clubs – Wednesdays 3:15 – 4:15pm & 4:30 – 5:30pm
Boys & Girls Clubs – Thursdays 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Rock Solid – Fridays 4:30pm – 6:00pm
Surge – Fridays 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Eastercamp 2018

9th February 2018

Whoa – the year has only just started and already Eastercamp is only 7 weeks away (29th March – 2nd April)! You only have 1 more week for the cheapest EarlyBird Rates, so if you plan on going and have the $$$, REGISTER NOW! All teens who attend any programme at Beach Campus sign-up under “Grace Vineyard Beach Campus”, as GVY Beach, Surge and Beach Lounge will be together on the wider Grace site. All the info, for you and your parents is at this link: www.eastercamp.org.nz

I Love New Brighton 2018 – THANKS

6th February 2018

What an amazing event to be a part of today! Thanks to the 20+ Youth Alive Trust volunteers who helped with Facepainting, Bouncy Castles, Candy Floss, Pre-Schooler Art and the BBQ – you guys are a HUGE blessing to this community, not just today but all year around! Over 7500 came to the event and it was the best and biggest yet!! Here’s the highlights:

Beachside Playground Feedback

30th January 2018

Development Christchurch Limited – DCL are keen to hear your feedback on the new Beachside Playground so far, as they look to develop it with new equipment, seating and shading in the coming months. Have your say now, before it’s finished!! Either drop in every Tuesday at the Coastal-Burwood Community Boardrooms on Union St from 10am-4pm or send an email to: newbrighton@dcl.org.nz

Grief Workshop

26th January 2018

The loss of our friend, Liam O’Sullivan, has caused widespread grief amongst his friends, youthworkers and the wider community. Grief comes in waves and we all react differently, but there is information and support to help you through it. Join us for a workshop lead by youth expert, Michael Hempseed, on understanding and managing Grief & Loss, as a way to support yourself and your friends. The one hour workshop will be a mixture of presentation and discussion. After the workshop there will be free Ice Cream for everyone, and opportunities to chat with youthworkers and each other in a relaxed setting. Resources will also be available to take home. Please let your friends know and share the event. Parents are also welcome. Kia Kaha

https://www.facebook.com/events/507813556286294/

Father & Son Camp

22nd January 2018

Father Son camp is just over a month away on the 2-4th March. If you have a son intermediate aged, sign up now for an amazing weekend away together with other local dad’s and their sons. It’s a epic weekend of delicious food, outdoor pursuits, plenty of down time and some quality memory making together. (And if dad’s not around for some reason please feel free to substitute in another significant male to sign your intermediate son up with e.g. grandad, step dad, uncle)
For more info and to sign up head over to our website here: http://www.youthalivetrust.org.nz/camps/fsc/

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