Programme Overview 

We are excited to announce a thrilling new partnership between Hawke’s Bay Rugby and Ignite Ākonga! Together, we’re bringing some fantastic changes to the way our holiday camps will be run, and we can’t wait for your child to experience them. 

What's New?

In the past, our camps were held over one day from 9 am to 3 pm, focusing exclusively on rugby. While this format was great, we’re now introducing a dynamic new structure that will keep kids engaged and active throughout the day, with both rugby and fun, team-building activities. 

A New Format for Fun and Learning! 

For our two- and three-day camps, we’re introducing a fresh approach to ensure your child has an enriching and fun experience. The morning sessions will focus on rugby, allowing the kids to develop their skills and techniques. After lunch, the Ignite team will take over, guiding the kids through a variety of exciting activities such as: 

  • Fun Sports: Handball, ultimate frisbee, street hockey, street soccer, and a team triathlon challenge (run, mountain bike, obstacle course with waterslides). 

  • Team Building: Engaging activities designed to help kids connect with each other, foster teamwork, and, most importantly, have fun! 

Rugby Overview: 

  • Varied skill rotation sessions will be turned into fun games and challenges 

  • Tackling 

  • Catch / Pass & Evasion / Ball Carry 

  • Breakdown / Clean out 

  • Scrummaging basics 

Our goal is to provide a well-rounded experience where your child can develop their rugby skills while making lasting friendships through fun, inclusive activities. 

We look forward to seeing your child at one of our camps this April! 

Details and Cost
Player registration: $40 per day + GST

Limit of 100 kids per day.

Duration: 9 am - 4 pm *3 pm finish for Dannevirke (Kids must be signed in & signed out at the start and end of the day.)

Gear list: Rugby training clothing (jersey & shorts), rugby boots, MOUTH GUARD, other protective gear i.e. shoulder pads, warm jersey, water bottle, lunch, positive attitude and keen to get involved!

TERM 1 DATES & VENUES 2025

NAPIER 3 DAY CAMP
7-13 year olds
Monday 14th - Wednesday 16th April | 9 am Start - 4 pm Finish
NOBM Clubrooms, Park Island, Napier

CENTRAL HAWKES BAY 2 DAY CAMP
7-13 year olds
Monday 14th - Tuesday 15th April | 9 am Start - 4 pm Finish
Central Rugby & Sports Club, Central Park, Waipukurau

DANNEVIRKE 1 DAY CAMP
7-13 year olds
Thursday 17th April  | 9 am Start - 3 pm Finish
Coronation Park, Dannevirke

HASTINGS 3 DAY CAMP
7-13 year olds
Tuesday 22nd - Thursday 24th April  | 9 am Start - 3 pm Finish 
Elwood Park, Hastings