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SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMS ON THE SUNSHINE COAST
There is a vast array of programs happening on the Sunshine Coast this holidays (organisations are listed alphabetically).
Activity
Camps with Tom Rockliff
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Come and join all the fun of our 3 day activity camps. You can register for one, two or all three
days. Meet Tom Rockliff (captain of the Brisbane Lions!) as well as learn valuable skills from a
selection of elite AFL coaches. Our camps have parent friendly hours (8.30 am to 4 pm).
Lunch, drinks and all snacks will be provided each day of the camps.
Tom Rockliff Activity Camps are for all kids aged 6 to 12 (grades Prep to 6) - we are flexible with ages. Contact us if your child falls outside these age groups. Camp cost is $79.95 per day. Early bird discounts are available if you register by 13 June and sibling discounts apply. To register go to http:/www.peptalkaustralia.com.au |
Adventure
Empire
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The Sunshine Coast's first high-octane adventurism business is run by a team of qualified instructors. Activities include bouldering and rock climbing, mountain biking, circus skills, mini Olympics, fishing, team building, archery, Zorb Ball, soccer and ball games. Find them at 2/2 Park Place, Caloundra. Three age groups are available - 6-9 year olds; 9-12 year olds and 12-16 year olds.
For more information go to www.adventureempire.com.au
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African
Drum,
Sing,
Dance
Workshop |
Rhythm Culture brings African drumming, music and culture to the Sunshine Coast and travel Australia wide to share and create music.
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Art
Galleries
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The Sunshine Coast Art Galleries are a great place to find creative activities for our coastal youth. Noosa Regional Gallery holds art workshops. Caloundra Regional Gallery has a focus on education and activities include tours, workshops and programs such as ArtScool.
For more information go to https://gallery.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/
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ASD
CARE
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There are a range of supports and services on the Sunshine Coast to cater for the unique needs of children diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder and their parents.
For more information click here.
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Aussie
World
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More than thirty rides, attractions and shows - there is enough fun for the whole family this school holidays.
For more info go to www.aussieworld.com.au
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Australia
Zoo
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There's lots of activities to keep kids entertained these holidays at Australia Zoo.
Click here for more info.
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Big
Kart
Track
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Hit the largest commercial go-kart track in Australia for some adrenaline-fuelled fun. The track is open seven days a week and all through the hols - fun for adults and kits.
For more info go to www.bigkart.com.au
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Board Game Fun
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Board Games and More is a retail store in Nambour selling board games,
puzzles and toys.
They also offer in-store game play. During the school
holidays they have workshops and learn-to-play days which are great for
both kids and families. For more information go to www.boardgamesandmore.com.au or check them out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bgandm
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Bricks
4
Kidz
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Bricks4 Kidz school holiday workshops are a fun way for kids to spend their break this holidays. Children will enjoy using Lego bricks to build specially designed models, play games and explore the world of engineering and architecture.
For more info to to www.bricks4kidz.com.au/qld-sunshine-coast |
Drawing
Workshops
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Helen Joy helps you to unlock your creative genius with her drawing workshops. Benefits include helping you to create balance in your life, reduce stress, sleep better, see the world much more beautifully and think outside the usual box. Various programs are available for all ages and no talent is required.
For more information call Joy on 0408 249 545
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Eckersley's
Art &
Craft
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Eckersleys often have a variety of classes and workshops available during the school holidays.
Click here for more info or call Maroochydore store on (07) 5451 1120 or
Minyama on (07) 5444 0311
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The
Events
Centre
Caloundra
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The Events Centre often has a range of activities and shows that are sure to delight the children over the school holidays.
For more info go to http://www.theeventscentre.com.au/
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53maple
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Elize Walton is running a kids workshop in beautiful Maleny on Saturday 16th September,
10.00 to 11.30am at 53maple.
Make Your Own Natural Beauty Products is a 1.5 hour workshop for kids of all ages to create, make and take home their own beauty products. All kids will learn to create organic coffee scrubs, essential oil body oils, bath salts with herbs, essential oils and medicinal flowers, and lip balm.
Everyone will also receive an information booklet with recipes and instructions to create again at home.
Cost of the workshop is $40 and bookings are made online at 53maple.com.au
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Hula Hoop Dance
Classes
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Sunshines Hoop Love is a hula hoop dance school based on the Sunshine Coast run Jessie Favell.
Jessie is a registered Primary School Teacher with seven years of classroom experience. She provides schools and child/vacation care facilities with fun and engaging hula hoop programs that get children, active moving and having fun.
Once-off workshops and programs that run from 1 to 6 weeks are available. The once-off workshops are great for school holiday incursions and the hoop programs can be a fun activity over a few weeks after school.
For more information click here or contact Jessie at sunshineshooplove@gmail.com
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Inflatable
World
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Have your party of school holiday fun - massive indoor playground. Bookings required - book online or call (07) 5479 1913 or go to www.inflatableworldoz.com.au
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The Junction
"The J"
Noosa
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The Junction runs a variety of workshops and events throughout the year and during the school holidays.
For more info on The J and other activities in Noosa during the school holidays go to http://www.noosa.qld.gov.au/school-holiday-activities
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Kelly
Sports
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Kelly Sports Sunshine Coast hosts a SPORTS & ACTIVITIES orientated holiday program designed for children toemphasise fun, enjoyment and maximum participation for guests, visitors & local residents at The Crowne Plaza, Pelican Waters, Rydges Oasis Resort and Noosa Springs. For further information or enrolment forms call Darren on 0409 484750 or email darrenm@kellysports.com.au **Early Bird** Rates & *Bring a Friend* prices are available for early bookings. The more days you book the cheaper it is just ask us! Enrolment forms can be downloaded from www.kellysports.com.au & click on events.
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Library
Events
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Your local library offers free book readings throughout the term and during the school holidays. There are also lots of other activities such as craft workshops. For more info about these and other cool events hosted by your local libraries go to https://library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/Whats-On
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Noosa
Civic
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Noosa Civic features a whole range of activities that are designed to entertain the children.
For more info call (07) 5440 7900 or go to www.noosacivicshopping.com.au
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Nutworks
Yandina
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Dip into NUTWORKS this School Holidays Book Now - Ph (07) 5472 7777.
NUTWORKS and the Chocolate Factory, 37 Pioneer Rd, Yandina, Sunshine Coast (Opposite the Ginger Factory)
www.nutworks.com.au
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PCYC
Vacation
Care
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The PCYC Vacation Care offers a fun-filled program for kids every school holidays.
Click here for more info.
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Pirate Fest
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The Caloundra Business Alliance and Downtown Caloundra are hosting the inaugural Pirate Fest 2017 which will include various activities for school children and young adults. Activities run from 15 to 22 September and include a Treasure Map Hunt, a colouring-in competition and Find the Pirate. For clues go to Snapchat (d_caloundra) and Instagram (@downtowncaloundra). Treasure maps and colouring-in sheets can be collected from Escape Room Oz, 51-55 Bulcock Street in the ANZ Arcade, Caloundra.
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Scripture
Union
Holiday
Camps
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Scripture Union runs a number of camps during the school holidays for both Primary and Secondary School students.
For more info go to http://www.suqld.org.au/camps
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Shine
From
Within
Personal Development
Course
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Shine
From
Within Tweens Course
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10-12 year old girls, or Tweens as we like to call them, are just starting to go through some dramatic changes in their body and mind. Its the perfect time to start discussing positive body image, self-worth, personal presentation, communicating effectively and the importance of being happy just as they are.
For more info go to: http://www.shinefromwithin.com.au/tweens-course/
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Sunshine Sailing
Australia
Learn to Sail
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Sunshine Sailing Australia have run fantastic
learn to sail camps every school holidays for the past ten years and they are very well received. Sunshine Sailing is a fully accredited sail training school with Blue Card covered
instructors. The camps are non-residential and run between 9.30 am and 3.30 pm, over three days.
Children learn how to sail a dinghy while having fun on the water and meeting new
friends.
The camps are targeted at the 7 - 16 age group for both boys and
girls and every participant gets a learn 2 sail certificate at the end.
The next programs are running both weeks of the school holidays. For full details on these programs go to http://learn2sail.com.au/kids-learn-to-sail/
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Surfdancer
Learn to
Surf
Dance
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Surfdancing on Now Gorgeous Weather and Surfdancers
Noosa Grom Squad Holiday Program is On
Tuesdays 7.30am-9am
Thursday 7.30am-9am
Saturday 7.30am-9am
Get your groove on and meet you 7.15am Noosa River Mouth carpark $35 or $25 byo board.
Happy Surf Dance Sing from the team at Surfdancer
https://www.facebook.com/Surfdancing/posts/10213275550700918
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Sunshine
Castle
Bli Bli
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Sunshine Castle hosts a range of activities over the school holidays. For more information and to keep updated on current events go to www.sunshinecastle.com
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Sunshine
Coast
Regional
Council
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The Council has a What's On section where you can access information on current events on the Sunshine Coast. This holidays go and see Diary of a Wombat at Lake Kawana Community Centre or attend a free cycling workshop. What about watching sand artist, Dennis Massoud at Mooloolaba Beach or get creative at the Caloundra Regional Gallery.
For more information go to www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
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Sunshine
Coast
Rhythmic
Gymnastics
and Dance
Classes
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Come and join us for our
Spring workshop!
French Ballet repertoire, Neoclassical classes,
Broadway Burlesque dance classes, Acrobatics classes and rhythmic
gymnastics.
Lots of fun for kids, teens and adults!
Alegria Ritmica, Sunshine Coast Rhythmic Gymnastics and Dance Centre
11/13 newspaper place Maroochydore 4558
Ph: 0415945484
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SilkySurf
Vegemite
Groms
Surfing Lessons
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VEGEMITE SurfGroms offers a unique opportunity for 5-12 years olds to learn to surf safely with their friends, whilst at the same time developing ocean awareness and beach safety skills that they will retain for life. For more information call Ben Silk on 0402375681 or go to www.silkysurf.com for more info.
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Sunjet
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Sunject Simulations gives you the chance to experience the thrill of flying into some of the most exotic destinations on the planet without even leaving the ground. Anything is possible while you sit in the comfort of the full-size 737 simulator located in the heart of Mooloolaba.
For more information go to www.sunjetsim.com
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The Shared
at
Yandina
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The Shared and the Sunshine Coast School of Photography at Yandina are always hosting fun events and activities - food, music, relaxation and good times.
For more info: The Shared, 13
Railway Street, Yandina
Phone: 0458
975 993 or go to www.photolearning.com.au
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Underwater
World
Sealife
Mooloolaba |
Take a journey of discovery at Queensland's largest oceanarium and aquarium. Be entranced by more than 5500 sea creatures from sharks, stingrays and seals to seahorses and much more. Amazing and educational shows daily.
Call (07) 5444 8488 or go to www.underwaterworld.com.au
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Whale
One
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See a variety of whales and other sea creatures on Whale One cruises. There are two cruises daily and prices include complimentary morning tea.
For more information go to www.whaleone.com.au
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Wild Hearts
School
of
Music
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A variety of music workshops are available during the school holidays as well as throughout the year.
For more information go to http://wildheartsmusic.com.au/
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