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Supporting Kiwi Kids in our Community with
School Fundraising Opportunities
The ocean is at the heart of our uniquely Kiwi lifestyle, and we want to give all kids the opportunity to experience it. The New Navigators programme offers an exciting, inclusive environment for children from all walks of life to learn about the water, build confidence, gain new skills, and have fun! We’re looking for Kiwis who share our passion to support us to continue this mission.
A full day of marine activities
New Navigators is an action-packed water awareness program that teaches students about water safety and the marine environment through participation in marine sports. In a thrilling day out, children will try their hand at sailing, while learning simple ways that they can help to protect the ocean thanks to the Blake Trust NZ-VR outreach programme.
What’s included in the programme
- One-day interactive water awareness course
- Hosted at the world-class Hyundai Marine Sports Centre
- Students learn the basics of sailing, rigging and knot tying, marine environment protection, and more
- Delivered by experienced coaches and educators
- On-shore VR marine education programme with the Blake Trust, including VR headsets
- Experienced instructors and educators
- All boats, equipment and safety gear provided
- Return bus transportation
Our objectives
- To encourage physical activity
- To give children the opportunity to experience the ocean
- To teach water safety
- To educate students about the marine environment
The Benefits
- Skills such as teamwork, critical thinking and problem solving
- Increased confidence and self esteem
- A deeper sense of kaitiakitanga of the ocean
- A better understanding of how to enjoy and be safe on the water
Many children are missing out on the learning and self-development that the ocean can provide. By supporting the Akarana Trust’s New Navigators programme, you’ll give children from decile one and two intermediate schools the opportunity to accomplish something new, learn essential water skills and develop their capabilities further.
“I never thought I could have done what I’ve done. It’s been awesome.”
