Youth groups in Motueka
This set of pages will provide information about all participating youth groups in Motueka.
Darnz Hip-Hop Salsa Crew
The programme has been developed for youth between 5 and 17 years. DHS has proven that positive activity in a supported environment breeds positive attitudes in young people. This programme includes a diverse range of activity; however there will be a focus on the use of "dance and music" as a common medium for positive activity. Participants learn all styles of dance from Hip-Hop, Salsa to Rock n Roll.
Further details here »
Whenua Iti Outdoors
Situated at Lower Moutere (approximately 10 minutes drive from Motueka), we offer training options including 10 - 12 week courses for youth and adults. Based in the outdoors our courses lead to increased confidence, fitness
and support to move into employment or further training.
Further details here »
Career Services
A Nelson-based government agency providing web-based information about how to help your children make successful transitions into the workforce. Information covers: Secondary schools and NCEA, the world of work, helping your kids make decisions, entering study or training, where to to go for more help. Also take a quiz to check your work-life balance, reflect on your values and see if it's time to set some new goals. Web: www2.careers.govt.nz.
TRACKS
A registered Charitable Trust specialising in outdoor camps that are a Rite of Passage for boys becoming young men. These camps help the fundamental shift from boy to man, both emotionally and psychologically. They are also a whole lot of fun for all involved! TRACKS is not affiliated with any particular faith or culture, and aims to provide a balanced, generational community that young people can learn in. Web: www.tracks.net.nz.
Tides
A registered Charitable Trust offering community based Rite of Passage outdoor events for girls becoming young women. Tides works with 13 – 16 year old young women to empower their transition through puberty and into adulthood. We do this through outdoor experience, creative exploration personal development tools, conscious mentoring and ritual. Web: www.tides.net.nz.
HYPE GS
(Helping Young People at Events and Gathering Spaces) Street Ambassadors patrol the streets during summer months from 9.30pm till 4am looking out for young people who might find themselves in strife while out partying. Ma-ori Wardens maintain a similar voluntary presence on the streets of Nelson all year round. Contact: Dave Crocker, Service Coordinator, 02102472909 or 03 548 0560.
Website.
Cubs and Scouts
Cubs (7.5yrs - 10.5 year old boys and girls) meet every Wednesday night 6-7.30pm at the Riwaka Scout Hall.
Scouts meet Thursdays at 6.30-8.30pm (10.5-14yrs).
If you are a member of a youth group which would like to be listed on this page, and possibly have your own page(s) on this website, please tell us about it here. Make sure you include contact details so we can talk about how to do this.
