School Holiday Programme at The Y Hamilton

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It's easy to plan for the school holidays!

Kids don’t want to waste their holidays doing boring stuff – and we totally understand! School holiday programmes at The Y Hamilton offer a new adventure every day with a range of inclusive and stimulating activities.

The Christmas Holiday programme at The Y Hamilton: 18 December 2024 - 31 January 2025, with a specialised programme for 11-15-year-olds from 6 - 24 January 2025.
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Fun, engaging programmes to suit your child's wants

Our school holiday programme, for five to 11-year olds gives them the space to wind down after a busy term while keeping them interested and involved through different activities each day. From games and sport to creative self-expression, they'll make new friends and stay busy - you'll be picking up happy kids at the end of each day!

We also offer entertaining programmes for 11 - 15 years olds in addition to our school-aged sessions for 5-11 year olds. With their input the programme reflects exactly what they want to do this holidays.

Your local holiday programme is waiting for you just around the corner!

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Make your life easier!

You can now register your child via our easy-to-use AIMYme app.

  1. Scan the QR Code or click here to download the app on your phone
  2. Register your details
  3. Book your days and sessions!

Key Info

Location

36 Pembroke Street, Hamilton Lake, Hamilton


Contact Details

Phone: 027 880 2067 - only answered when programme is open

Office: 07 838 2529 - option 3


Times & Pricing

For 5 to 11-year-olds

8:30am-3:00pm; $46.00 per session

7:30am-5:30pm; $58.00 per session

External Providers on-site - from $68.00

Excursion programme: 7:30am-5:30pm; From $70.00 per day


For 11 to 15-year-olds

8:30am-3:00pm; $48.00 per session

7:30am-5:30pm; $60.00 per session

External Providers on-site - from $68.00 per day

Excursion programme: 7:30am-5:30pm; From $74.00 per day

Exclusive basketball workshop with Alex Pledger

If your child loves basketball, don't miss this small group workshop with ex Tall Black and Breaker player Alex Pledger. Over three days, your child will gain experience, confidence in key skills, shooting and passing, and preparing for and taking part in a fun and supportive tournament. Prizes for each age group's winning team and the individual shooting winner for each session.

Date: 13-15 January

Times and Pricing:

  • 8.30-10.30 am (5-7 year olds): $100
  • 10.45 am-1.15pm (8-10 year olds): $110
  • 1.45-4.30pm (11-13 year olds): $120

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