Things to do in Bay of Plenty Region, North Island: The Best Classes & Workshops

Tauranga's leading Ocean Adventure company. We deliver stand up paddle board lessons, hires and adventures, waka ama (outrigger canoe) lessons, and guided walks on our mountain, Mauao. We also sell SUP and waka ama equipment. We are committed to igniting the ocean spirit within our clients. We have beach stations on Pilot Bay and Marine Parade in Mount Maunganui. Book as an individual or small group and enjoy one of our ready-made services. Or come as a large group and we will tailor-make your experience. Either way, your visit with us will be unforgettable. You can purchase our products and book your experience through our website, or give us an email or call. See our website for our opening hours. They vary throughout the season.

A fun facility for all levels of golfers. Test your skills on our 230m driving range complete with floodlights or challenge your friends/family on our testing 18 hole mini putt. Also includes a huge golf equipment selection

Come and make yourself something to take away using the traditional Maori weaving technique, raranga. You will learn about the customs and traditions when working with NZ native flax, the importance of flax to Maori, how it relates to family, and a little bit of Maori language. Suitable for people who are 5 years old and over. All materials provided.

Discover how QUICK, EASY + AFFORDABLE it is to totally transform your furniture with paint. Join a fun 3-hour workshop to learn 4 different painting techniques using UPCYCLED & CO. FURNITURE PAINT. Here's what you will get: - A mini starter kit to take home (90ml paint, paint brush, rags and sandpaper valued at $15). - To learn 4 different paint techniques you can apply to your furniture and home decor items. - Instruction on how to mix colours to achieve any colour you might want. - Four small items to take home that you have created. - Individual attention. - All of your questions answered. The paint effects: - Textured finish with a coloured wash - Basket painting technique - Smooth distressed finish - Painting smooth and shiny surfaces​

Come into Amokura Glass to see how glass objects are made or to try working with glass yourself. Watch our artists shape one of the most dynamic and fascinating materials on earth, molten glass. Watch as the glass moves and glows! Our artists will pinch pull and blow the glass into different forms to make one of a kind glass art. After watching how the glass is shaped, you can shop in the gallery to pick up your own unique piece of glass. Want to give it a go? We offer workshops every weekend in blown and fused glass. Learn how to make your own glass paperweight, pumpkin or tile! Sign up online! Summer hours 9am- 5pm (Nov 1- April 1). Demos from 9:20-2:30 Winter house 10am- 5pm (April 1 - Nov1). Demos from 1:00- 5:00

Step into Rotorua Thai Massage and treat your body to stress relief and rejuvenation. Rotorua Thai Massage is conveniently located in the Rotorua CBD, New Zealand near Starbuck's and Quest Rotorua Hotel. The Rotorua Thai Massage team pride itself on bringing an ancient healing technique to the residents and workers of Rotorua to facilitate muscular rehabilitation and general wellness.

We offer three different bread making classes from a basic half day course to an intensive 2 day advanced class. You will learn to make organic sourdough bread and starter, and you will bake the bread in our wood fired oven. You will leave with the bread and starter you make. Family is welcome to come with you to experience our relaxed atmosphere. Lunch is provided.