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Summer holidays · 18 Dec to 27 Jan

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📅 22 dates

●TinkerTank, 50 Yeo St, Neutral Bay NSW 2089, Australia

TinkerTank STEAM Camp (Neutral Bay)

School holiday STEAM camp for kids aged 6-16 at TinkerTank Neutral Bay. Our Day Camp runs from 9am to 3pm and is perfect for first-time campers or kids who prefer shorter programs. Sessions include hands-on coding projects, robot building and programming, 3D design challenges, team collaboration games, take-home projects, expert instructor guidance, and morning tea. All materials and equipment provided. Small group learning. Drop-off from 8:45am, pick-up by 3:15pm. What to bring: Lunch, water bottle, and enthusiasm! Two camp lengths to choose from at this location: Day Camp runs 9am to 3pm, and All Day Camp runs 9am to 5pm. Both follow the same STEAM program; just pick the finish time that suits your family on the booking screen.

📅 22 dates from Fri, 18 Dec👶 6-16

●Unit 1/698 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale NSW 2100, Australia

Holiday Study Session (Primary Aged Kids)

Give your child the clarity and confidence they need. Our Study Sessions offer expert support in one-on-one environments where students bring the questions they want help with. Each session is practical, personalised, and aligned with school expectations so your child leaves feeling capable and prepared.

📅 21 dates from Mon, 21 Dec👶 5-12

●Unit 1/698 Pittwater Rd, Brookvale NSW 2100, Australia

Holiday Study Session (Secondary Aged Kids)

📅 21 dates from Mon, 21 Dec👶 13-18

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$155

📅 14 dates

●Manly Yacht Club, East Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095

Dinghy Sailing Holiday Programs

Introduce them to a sport they can enjoy for life. Our program blends essential sailing theory with hands-on practice, built around dynamic, game-based sessions that work for complete beginners and sailors with some experience alike. Sailors are grouped by age and ability. Younger sailors train in Optimists, while older or more advanced sailors progress to O'pen Skiffs. Up to 6 sailors to each instructor. Minimum age 7. Please note: sailors new to the program need a minimum of two days. Sailors who have sailed with us before can book single days. The day • 9:30am to 3:00pm • Free early drop-off from 8:30am, with supervised games and movies • Supervised pickup any time between 3:00pm and 5:30pm What to bring Sun-safe clothing, a long-sleeve rash vest, lunch, snacks and a water bottle. Secure footwear such as old trainers or wetsuit booties. Crocs and thongs can't be worn on the boats or the wharf. Lifejackets are provided and worn whenever anyone is near the water. Before you come Every participant needs a waiver, completed online (https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5d8b0b333d047/web/) or at the office. Sign in at the desk behind the Manly Sailing office, on the wharf level beneath Manly Yacht Club at the end of the East Esplanade path.

📅 14 dates from Mon, 21 Dec👶 7-13

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$135

📅 21 dates

●Manly Yacht Club, East Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095

Kids Adventure Holiday Programs

Our Adventure Camps are an amazing opportunity to try windsurfing, kayaking, snorkelling and hiking in a fun and safe environment. Days are built around getting kids out on Sydney Harbour, with windsurfing, dinghy and 24ft yacht sailing, stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, coastal trekking and power boating, mixed with team games and problem-solving challenges that build confidence and water awareness. Around 8 adventurers to each instructor. Minimum age 7. The day • 9:30am to 3:00pm • Free early drop-off from 8:30am, with supervised games and movies • Supervised pickup any time between 3:00pm and 5:30pm What to bring Sun-safe clothing, a long-sleeve rash vest, lunch, snacks and a water bottle. Secure footwear such as old trainers or wetsuit booties. Crocs and thongs can't be worn on the boats or the wharf. Lifejackets are provided and worn whenever anyone is near the water. Before you come Every participant needs a waiver, completed online (https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5d8b0b333d047/web/) or at the office. Sign in at the desk behind the Manly Sailing office, on the wharf level beneath Manly Yacht Club at the end of the East Esplanade path.

📅 21 dates from Mon, 21 Dec👶 7-12

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$75

📅 12 dates

●Ararat Reserve, Frenchs Forest NSW 2086, Australia

The Football Factory Holiday Clinic

School holiday football coaching for kids aged 5-14. Our 3-hour Coaching Clinic (9am-12pm) focuses on skill and technique development with a daily Football Focus. Your child will learn tricks, skills and moves like the Zidane Turn, Socrates, Rabona, Maradona Spin, Cryuff Cut, Ronaldo Chop and Oxford, all delivered by professionally qualified FFA and AFC coaches. Limited numbers ensure quality engagement and time for kids to try out their skills against other players. Kids are separated into age and ability groups (just ask and we'll group them with friends). Location: Outdoors at Ararat Reserve, Frenchs Forest. Indoor futsal court backup in wet weather. What to bring: Water bottle, shin pads (compulsory), outdoor boots (strongly recommended), hat and sunscreen. Club uniform welcome.

📅 12 dates from Tue, 22 Dec👶 4-12

●Manly Library, Market Place, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

TinkerTank STEAM Camp (Manly)

School holiday STEAM camp for kids aged 6-14 at TinkerTank Manly. Our Day Camp runs from 9am to 3pm and is perfect for first-time campers or kids who prefer shorter programs. Sessions include hands-on coding projects, robot building and programming, 3D design challenges, team collaboration games, take-home projects, expert instructor guidance, and morning tea. All materials and equipment provided. Small group learning. Drop-off from 8:45am, pick-up by 3:15pm. What to bring: Lunch, water bottle, and enthusiasm!

📅 6 dates from Tue, 12 Jan👶 6-16

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$435

📅 2 dates

●12 Frederick Street, St Leonards NSW 2065, Australia

Summer Holiday Junior Workshops 2027

Junior holiday ballet workshops at the Tanya Pearson Academy in St Leonards, inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Workshops include Ballet, Repertoire, Contemporary, Lyrical, Jazz, Character, Musical Theatre, Conditioning, and Arts & Crafts. Special guest Melissa McCabe, former Ballerina of West Australian Ballet and Alberta Ballet, teaches with TPA's faculty. Choose any 3 days between Monday 18 and Friday 22 January. After you book, tell the academy which 3 days your child will come. One booking covers all three days. Level: Grades 2 & 3 (RAD or equivalent). Places are limited.

📅 2 dates from Mon, 18 Jan👶 7-10

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Manly

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