Welcome to Australia's favourite swim and run- The 2020 MMJ Australia Day Aquathon and The Warrigal Australia Day Walk-Run-Roll. Held annually on Australia Day, January 26, at the picture-perfect Wollongong Harbour, an easy hour drive from Sydney South. Wollongong harbour is central to the city offering a safe and fantastic venue. Wollongong celebrates Australia Day with a host of activities, entertainment, rides and fireworks at night. The best active fun is all about 'Aquathon' and near... Read more

Face painting, balloon twisting, glitter tattoos & airbrush tattoos for parties, fetes & events (we're not just for kids!). Pregnant bellies & body painting too! Offering competitive corporate rates. Packages are available (see our socials pages). We come to you! Wollongong Face Painting offers private appointments (small groups and individual) for Sfx makeup so you can be the star of your next costume or Halloween party! Maternity packages are available for baby bump painting with photos... Read more

Learn the art of dance from 2 years old to 5 years old with the amazing Preschool Dance syllabus READY SET DANCE!! Ready Set Dance is an innovative program designed specifically to introduce young children to the world of dance. In each class teachers explore aspects of the Ready Set Dance curriculum through playful approaches which are responsive to the curiosity and imagination of young learners. Through regular and sustained participation in Ready Set Dance classes children develop positive... Read more

Help your child to reach their potential! GymbaROO offers research based programs led by trained teachers using specialised equipment and activities to stimulate your child's physical, psychological and social development. Classes for Non-Mobile babies (from six weeks of age) right through to School Readiness. GymbaROO encourages the integration and development of sensory (seeing, hearing, touch, balance) and motor (moving and co-ordination skills) to provide a secure foundation for intellectual... Read more

MENTION THIS AD TO RECIEVE $20 OFF Does your child dream of being a rockstar? Do they love music? Have favorite songs and dance around the lounge room? Well then we have the best birthday party for you. Bop till you Drop is a Children’s Entertainment Company who do Disco and Karaoke Parties for Children. Our professional disco entertainer will come to your rescue with a powerful P.A. system, spectacular disco lights and microphones for the children to sing all their favourite songs on. For... Read more

Judo -1 provided up to date programs with nationally qualified coaches, your first week is free. Also its finally here, JUDO 1 PTY LIMITED, is now an active member of dept sport and rec with Active kids vouchers. Meaning you can use the active kids vouchers to start up your kids in judo. all new members welcome. CLUB HISTORY: The Wollongong Judo 1 Club has been open in the Illawarra under Cuttas Submission Fighting since 1992 and has developed many champions. Located at Port kembla NSW see contact... Read more

Wollongong's favourite outdoor cinema is back! From the lush, cool surrounds of the Botanic Gardens enjoy the sun going down and the stars coming out as Sunset Cinema brings you the ultimate Australian summer experience. Sunset Cinema is perfect for getting back outdoors. In this time of social distancing, the event is tailored for your safety, whilst maintaining the signature Sunset vibe you know and love. Bringing back their signature mix of hot new releases, all time classics and family... Read more

We provide the messy, creative, fun so you don't have to! ~ Messy Play Classes for 0-6 year olds ~ Messy Artists Art Classes for 3-5 year olds ~ Messy Play PARTIES for 0-7 year olds Read more

The City of Wollongong Eisteddfod Inc. is a not for profit organisation, established in 1894 whose primary objective is to conduct an annual Eisteddfod in Wollongong. By doing so we aim to encourage the participation of young emerging individual and group performers in music, speech, drama, instrumentals, vocals, dancing and other activities having cultural or artistic merit and to provide professional assessment of their performances by qualified adjudicators. We also aim to engage the wider... Read more

My Tiny Dancer is a preschool dance class program that caters solely to pre-school age children aged 18 months to 5 years. We aim to be fun for the kids AND user-friendly for the parents. No Concerts, No Exams, FREE trial classes, Money Back guarantees and NO PARENT STRESS! We proud ourselves on being "family friendly" All venues are pram, sibling and breastfeeding friendly. Now in 3 locations, Corrimal, Shellharbour and Figtree Our classes introduce your child to the basic elements of classical... Read more

Cinnamon Twist Belly Dance offers classes for fun and fitness. We have something for all levels - whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned professional at Cinnamon Twist you'll experience the joy of traditional Middle Eastern Dance. Also available - classes for Kids - Arabic Drumming - Fitness classes and more! Looking for spectacular entertainment for your next function, wedding, Hen's party, festival, or corporate event? Cinnamon Twist offers spectacular entertainment, call today... Read more

Hangdog Gym is a diverse climbing gym that has been around for over 20years. There are more than 150 climbs with 40+ ropes, autobelays to use as well as a bouldering and training area. We cater for children's birthdays, guided outdoor climbing days and have climb skill and fitness classes in our gym. Out gear shop is stocked with the lastest and greatest climbing and outdoor gear and we have plenty of stock! Climbing is ideal for keeping fit (both mind and body!) Come down and try, bring yourself,... Read more

The home of Bubble Soccer in the Illawarra and incorporating "Bubble 'n' Bounce" Children's Inflatable Playground. Available for kids parties, Buck's and Hen's parties, corporate team building or just a group of friends getting together. Fun for all ages. There are also indoor soccer competitions running Monday to Thursday nights for Men's Open, Men's Masters and Mixed teams. The Centre also offers a range of party options for younger children such as hosted parties, themed parties and sports parties. SoccaJoeys... Read more

Guitar lessons and theory. Read more

Gracie Barra is one of the most trusted names in martial arts today. Their values, commitment to excellence and dedication to Jiu-Jitsu have set them apart as a leader in the Illawarra martial arts community. Gracie Barra is no ordinary martial arts organisation. Students enjoy access to over 1000 Gracie Barra Schools worldwide, professional-quality Jiu-Jitsu gear and online resources to further their training. They promote a holistic perspective to Jiu-Jitsu, including physical and mental... Read more

Kan Zen Ryu was first established in Wollongong in the early 1970s by Shihan H. Alenaddaf. Continuing on its proud traditions, the Figtree Kan Zen Ryu Karate Dojo prides itself on teaching traditional karate values and real-world self-defense. No experience is necessary and all fitness levels are encouraged to participate. Karate is about personal development and as each of us progresses at our own rate, all aspects of our teaching are introduced in a gradual progression. See yourself develop... Read more

Underwater hockey is a non-contact team sport played globally in which two teams (of 6 players per side) compete to maneuver a puck across the bottom of a swimming pool into goal trays. It is a very unique 3D sport and worth a try. A mixed social competition is held at the University of Wollongong Recreation & Aquatic Centre on Tuesday nights from 7.30pm. If you are comfortable in water it’s a great fun way to keep fit. You do not have to be particularly fit to play, nor do you have to be able... Read more

Tom's Music Studio, now also offering in Wollongong guitar lessons and courses in contemporary music styles as rock, pop, jazz, blues and flamenco. From Beginner to Advanced Tom's Music Studio caters for guitarists and songwriters that wish to develop their own personal style in playing contemporary music. After completing the first two levels, you will be able to choose any song you like and figure out on your own its chords and melody. You will learn how to play solos and perform in a... Read more

UniActive at the University of Wollongong provides the Wollongong community with top-class fitness and sporting facilities. UniActive isn't just for grown ups - kids can join in on the fun with our wonderful range of fitness programs specifically designed for children. - Keep your child active and entertained over the school holidays with UniActive's School Holidays Sport Camps. - Protect what's priceless and make your child swim safe! The UniActive Swim School offers programs for children... Read more

A unique indoor play centre with onsite café. Carer's can relax with a cup of coffee and healthy snack while we entertain your children with stories, games, craft, dancing & music. We also do birthday parties, discos, playgroups & school excursions. Read more

Boombalee Kidz is a 33 place centre that is located 1km from Wollongong CBD For more information please visit the website Read more

Figtree Junior Soccer Club is one of the largest junior soccer clubs in the Illawarra. We are a Not-for-Profit Incorporated Association. Our aim is to be a community asset in providing the opportunity for all ages and abilities to participate and develop in Football in a safe and friendly environment. We are based at Harry Graham Park, Figtree. Read more

Take the stress out of organising your party or event by booking THE PARTY PUPPETS. Our acclaimed puppeteer, magician & party entertainer will visit your party or event and bring with him an exciting array of unique custom built professional puppets that will be guaranteed to bring smiles & laughter to the children's faces. IT'S A MAGIC SHOW! IT'S A PUPPET SHOW! IT'S A VARIETY SHOW! Some of the FUN puppets include: A Hippo, a Zebra, a Tiger, a Penguin, a Flamingo, a Kangaroo, Morff the face... Read more

The Dapto City Australian Football Club Established in November 2014 Joined the AFL South Coast League in January 2015. We are a family friendly club promoting a positive club culture. New players and volunteers welcome. Read more

Come and try a FREE introductory class at GKR Karate Albion Park Prime and see why GKR Karate is Australia's largest martial arts club! GKR Karate promotes Karate for everyone, including children from 5 yrs old through to men, women and families of all ages. Apart from the obvious development of self-defence skills, Karate training builds confidence, positive attitude, determination, focus, and of course fitness. Our karate classes at Albion Park Prime, New South Wales, are taught by passionate... Read more

At Dynamic Moves Dance Studio we welcome all types of students..... from those wanting to learn just for fun, fitness and friendship, to those wanting to embark on a professional career in the future. The qualified and professional faculty provide curriculum-based dance programs for ages 3yrs to adults, at all levels of experience. We understand that each child is unique. So we take the time to observe and listen to the children which in turn helps us to learn about their personality. Our... Read more

Community based tennis courts, available for social, casual or competition players. Courts have lighting to allow night use. Regular coaching classes for children or adults. Special scholl holiday tennis clinics. Read more

Over the decades I've learnt the importance of listening to your students to find out where musical interests are focused and also the learning gaps that can best fill those gaps. I'm a trained music trainer with over 30 years guitar teaching experience. The following are just a few testimonials from my students and their parents. Tom has been teaching our 7 year old for about 12 months, and we have seen some huge milestones achieved thanks to Toms great teaching methods, from reading... Read more