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Saxton Stadium

Sport Tasman is excited to have been appointed Stadium Manager's for the new Saxton Stadium.

Saxton Stadium is managed by Sport Tasman on behalf of the Nelson City Council. This is a very prestigious facility that Nelsonians will be proud of for many generations to come.

Saxton Stadium is located within the 65 hectare Saxton Field sports park development and is the main sporting facility for Nelson & Tasman. This development serves both local authority areas and is a working example of co-operation and collaboration between neighbouring Councils and sporting codes.

The stadium covers an area of 7,000m2 and incorporates the following facilities; five international sized netball courts, five basketball courts, 12 volleyball courts, a separate purpose built table tennis area and Sport House - (the home of Sport Tasman and many regional sporting bodies).

Directions to the Saxton Stadium Pavilion

Located off Main Road Stoke at 142 Saxton Road East

  • turn right into Saxton Field
  • drive round netball courts
  • turn left just past children's play ground

Saxton Pavilion

MEETING ROOMS AVAILABLE

You're guaranteed fantastic sunny Nelson views overlooking Saxton Field. The pavilion has twin rooms for separate functions or can be opened up into one large function room. The upstairs aspect to this facility is a unique aspect that has a large 1st floor balcony for your guests to enjoy.

Directions to the Saxton Stadium Pavilion

Located off Main Road Stoke at 142 Saxton Road East

  • turn right into Saxton Fields
  • drive round netball courts
  • turn left just past children's play ground

CLUB RECREATION / WAY2GO STOKE HUB

Saxton Stadium is a Way2Go Hub.

Way2Go is our Nelson Tasman Active Communities project, with the aim being to increase the physical activity levels of the community - with a focus on those who are aware they should be active but currently are not. This collaborative project which includes the DHB, PHO, SPARC, TRST, TDC and NCC helps to provide physical activity opportunities for the community with the aim of increasing participation levels for those less active.

Saxton Stadium’s Club Recreation programmes include ease into activity sessions, sit'n'be fit classes, gentle exercise classes and circuit, tumble tots and the Saxton seniors programmes are just some of those current initiatives being offered.

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Sports House

Sports House is the administration hub of the local sport community and is positioned on the north side of Saxton Stadium.  Currently 10 sports codes are housed at Sports House along with Sport Tasman staff.


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Motueka Recreation Centre

The Motueka Recreation Centre is the centre of recreation happenings in Motueka. As part of the Tasman District Council's recreation team the Centre co-ordinates a range of recreation programmes and opportunities.

We are interested in talking with you about any new programme idea or initiative that you may have.

Opened by the then Minister of Sport, Hon Mike Moore in 1987 the Motueka Recreation Centre is "where it all happens".

Managed by Sport Tasman since 1999 on behalf of the Tasman District Council the Motueka Recreation Centre aims to provide something for everyone. The diverse facility contains a roller rink, fitness centre, cafe, sports stadium, indoor climbing wall, outdoor netball courts, cinema and two martial art dojo's that neighbours Goodman Park and the local BMX and Go kart tracks.

Come and experience the opportunities.

Directions to Motueka Recreation Centre

40 Old Wharf Road
Motueka

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Richmond Recreation Centre

The Richmond Recreation Centre is managed by Sport Tasman under contract for the Tasman District Council.

The busy hub is made up of the Richmond Town Hall, a meeting room and a number of offices which house several agencies and organisations.

Located at 9 Cambridge Street, Richmond it is primarily a hire facility for community activities, meetings and events and provides an ideal community venue that is affordable, easily accessed and suitable for pre-schooler through to older adult activities.

Advance bookings are recommended as this busy Hub is booked heavily.

Community Recreation

For information regarding the sport and recreation programmes offered by the Centre contact should be made with the Facility Manager.

The Richmond Recreation Centre delivers a range of Club Recreation programmes at the Centre such as the Club 50, Walking Groups and Ease into Activity with Pedometers.

Other users who hold regular classes at the Centre include:

  • Easybeat 50+ Aerobics
  • Tai Chi, Alpine Club
  • Yoga
  • Just Gymnastics
  • Creative Kids
  • Richmond Pipe Band
  • Slimmers Club
  • Pilates
  • Hip Hop & Salsa
  • Line Dancing
  • Stamp Fair
  • Team Tec
  • Old Time Dancing
  • etc...
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Kaikoura Lions Pool

The Kaikoura Lions Pool is managed by Sport Tasman on behalf of the Kaikoura District Council.

This facility located along The Esplanade of Kaikoura offers a six lane 33.3 metre pool as well as a separate Learners Pool. This outdoor heated pool is open from November through the summer months weather permitting.

Although not located in the CBD it is easy walking distance from the center of the town and is located opposite many motel and accommodation units.

The Kaikoura Lion's Pool was opened in March 1970 by legendary New Zealand athlete Peter Snell.

The Kaikoura Lions Pool is the only pool available to the public and continues to prove popular during a hot summer.

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Motueka School Pool

Public swimming at the Motueka High School Pool is managed by Sport Tasman on behalf of the Tasman District Council.

The 33.3 metre outdoor pool is open daily throughout the summer school holidays between 1pm and 4pm for public swimming. At a cost of only $2 per person it is an ideal place to take a fun dip with the entire family.

The pool will reopen in December 2011.

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