If you’re an Entertainment Book fan and want to Pre-Order your 2016/2017 Book, and support the work of Youth Alive Trust at the same time, then Click on the picture below. It’s still just $65 and there are over $20,000 worth of savings. Note: You won’t use all those savings – but if you go out for two meals in 12 months – you’ll already have earnt your money back – everything else is a bonus! Feel free to ‘Share’ with friends.
Interested in coaching Basketball? Next term we have a coaches clinic being run on site by Lori McDaniel, coach of the Canterbury Wild Cats. See the picture for all the info you may need!
There must be something in the water in the Youth Alive Trust staff room, as two staff members have had babies in the past 2 weeks. James (Manager) and his wife, Amy, added a second son to their family – Thomas (9.7lb) and Amber (Primary Schools Youthworker) and her husband Richard celebrated their first son – Micah (8.5lb). All other staff are now drinking bottled water
We are now taking registrations for the April Holiday Programmes, sign up now to avoid missing out!
April Holiday Programme Click on ‘Latest Brochure’ for full details!!
*If you’ve already registered for one of our programmes in 2016, then all you need to do is click on the “Register Online” link and complete basic info.
**If you have NOT completed a full Enrolment Form for 2016, then we need to complete full details at the following link or pop into our offices:
Any questions, email: rego@yat.org.nz or call Stephen on 388 1001
All the schools are closed on Easter Tuesday – but its not a public holiday. So we’re running a fun day for anyone who needs childcare or just wants a fun packed activity day after the long weekend! Open to anyone in Years 1 – 9.
Another awesome family event this Saturday at Thomson Park!! Scooters, Bikes, Skate Boards, Sausages, Music and your friendly Youth Alive Trust volunteers! See you there!
There’s a lot of action down in New Brighton on a Friday: 1) Take-aways and 2) Youth Clubs!! Both our Intermediate and High School Youth Clubs start tonight, and if you’re looking for a fun and safe place to send your child/nephew/neighbour – send them our way! Rock Solid starts at 4:30pm for a Candy Night, and Surge starts at 7pm for a Dessert Night. Other events this term include a trip to the RAMS game, Music Video making, Pool Parties, Chill Nights and hanging with awesome volunteer leaders. More info about ROCK SOLID HERE and more info about SURGE HERE.
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 Christian Gallen, an experienced Attitude presenter, part of The Parenting Place, who has done inspirational talks to over 100,000 New Zealand young people!! Cake & Coffee also provided with thanks to funding from the Burwood Pegasus Board of the Christchurch City Council, through the New Brighton Community Safety Partnership. RSVP to: office@yat.org.nz although walk-in’s on the night are very probably. Max 280 seats.
Over 4,000 people and over 30 community groups descended onto Thomson Park to celebrate New Brighton on Waitangi Monday. The annual ‘I Love New Brighton’ event was packed with activities, sports, market stalls, live bands and an awesome community atmosphere. Highlights included the Sidecar Rides, the Fire Brigade fire demonstrations, the giant slide, petting zoo and live performances – particularly from the Takumi Japanese Drummers and local youth band, OutLoud, a group of 16 year old girls. Comments came flooding onto facebook after the event, Alia Eckford wrote, “Amazing!!!!!! Thank you so much!!! What a wonderful idea!!! It’s why we live in New Brighton”, Brad Swindale wrote, “Thanks so much! Me and my boy love Brighton. I was born and breed and proud to say we are still here. Awesome event – thanks everyone!” Chris Fortnun, “Such a good event, I can’t thank the people enough for giving up their free time. Those face painter’s put in some hard yards – lot’s of happy children and families!” Emma Gustavsson, “Thought we might be there for 30min, stayed for 3 hours-awesome!!!” The event was coordinated by Youth Alive Trust, New Brighton Project, Rawhiti Community Sports Inc and the Burwood Pegasus Recreation Team, with thanks to funding from Christchurch City Council and Summer of Fun. More photos can be found on the Facebook Page. The 2017 event is already been locked in for 6th Feb – save the date!
www.facebook.com/I-Love-New-Brighton-Annual-Event-171447999659575
There is even more for young people to do in New Brighton with the launch of more weekly clubs, including Kitchen Klub, Table Tennis, Craft Club, Music Lessons and a daily Oscar just for Years 6-9. Go to the Programmes Button on the Website for more details about each Club.
Starting Dates
Basketball: 11th Feb
Kitchen Klub: 15th Feb
Craft Club: 17th Feb
Boys Club & Girls Club: 17th Feb
Rock Solid & Surge: 19th Feb
Table Tennis: 23rd Feb
