Parakiore Recreation and Sports Centre will be open to the public from 5:30am Wednesday 17 December

It’s official: Parakiore Recreation and Sports Centre will be open to the public from 5:30am Wednesday 17 December!

With the finishing touches to be completed in our studios, MOVE’s summer taster classes will begin later, from the 12th January 2026, with our term-based programme beginning 2 February 2026.

 

A Sneak Peak into our Programme

We will be launching our digital programme later in December, but until then, here’s just a few of the classes we will be offering, many of which have been co-designed with community partners:

Circus Programming

Under 5’s, kids, teens, adults and older adults, our circus programme will have classes on offer for anybody of any age and ability level

 

  • Aerials – trapeze – silks – aerial hoop – hammock and more
  • Aerial Yoga
  • Circus Fit
  • Handstands
  • Older Adults classes 60+
  • Acrobatics
  • Juggle & balance
  • Circus classes for neurodiverse youth and adults
  • Disability / tāngata whaiora classes for individuals and their caregivers
  • Cyr wheel
  • Try it all classes
  • Family circus
  • Hula hoop
  • Stage combat 
  • And much more!

Dance and Movement Programming

Our dance and artistic movement classes are catered to a range of needs and levels. These are just a few of the classes we will have on offer – stay tuned for our digital programme launch later on this month for more details

 

  • Māori Movement Fundamentals
  • Modern jive
  • Feldenkrais
  • Capoeira for beginners and families
  • Muscle and bone
  • Line dancing
  • Breakdance jam
  • Mahi Poi
  • Open Contemporary training
  • K-Pop
  • African Dance
  • Hip-Hop
  • U5s
  • Disability Fitness
  • Speed Dance sessions
  • Pre work dance classes

Search by age group, class type, tutor or keyword.

Clas Type
Age Range
Tutor
An open-level trapeze and aerial hoop class building strength, confidence, and strong foundations.
A playful, beginner aerials class introducing young movers to circus skills and teamwork.
A playful introduction to aerial circus, fostering body awareness, strength, and confidence in the air.
A supportive mixed-apparatus aerial class for beginners and experienced movers alike.
A restorative aerial yoga practice blending support, softness, and mindful movement.
A calm, exploratory class deepening body awareness through mindful, functional movement.
A graceful ballroom class for mature dancers, blending elegance, fun, and confidence.
A vibrant workout for all ages inspired by the colourful world of Bollywood.
A fun, hands-on session guiding dancers under the age of 12 through breaking basics and creative self-expression.
A light, lively bungee class building strength, coordination, and confidence for all bodies.
An energetic class for beginners combining partner moves, basic steps, and playful acrobatics.
An inclusive circus class for participants and caregivers, celebrating sensory play, creativity, and shared movement.
A welcoming class introducing accessible aerial and circus skills for all abilities.
A playful conditioning session developing strength, coordination, and confidence for circus artists and beginners.
A playful kids’ circus class exploring ground and aerial skills through games and creativity.
A joyful, introductory circus experience blending movement, teamwork, and aerial exploration.
A welcoming adult contemporary class exploring floor work, creativity and joyful movement for all levels.
An engaging class for experienced dancers, blending technical precision with creative expression.
A playful, skill-building class blending choreography, improvisation, and circus performance techniques.
An introductory class building confidence, technique, and momentum skills with the Cyr wheel.
Connect breath, body, and sound in a playful, supportive space for all levels.
A welcoming aerial class for beginners, emphasizing safe technique, flexibility, and body awareness.
A fun, beginner-friendly circus experience for families to move and explore together.
A supportive handstand class building strength, alignment, and confident, sustainable technique.
A positive, motivating class where dancers of all levels grow, challenge, and support each other.
A fun, welcoming hula hoop class for building skills, confidence, and creative expression.
A fun, exploratory class where curiosity, play and creativity guide movement and connection.
An intermediate aerial silks class exploring technique, flow, creativity, and expressive movement.
A focused trapeze session supporting skill refinement, strength, and confident aerial performance.
A beginner-friendly tumbling class for adults exploring rolls, balances, and foundational acro skills.
Join fellow jugglers to practice, play, and connect in a fun, supportive space.
A playful, uplifting K-pop dance experience celebrating movement, music, and positive energy.

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