Kaikoura Netball Centre currently run the Netball New Zealand futureFERNS programme.

Boys and Girls are encourage to participate

This is a 10 week programme 

Fees: $25

Coaches have a manual to run each weekly session

This programme is crrently looking for a co-ordinator. We will continue to encourage parent help and hope this will encourage parents to continue within our netball community.

Year 1-2 Programme

This level introduces Netball to 5 to 6 year olds. The aim is to develope fundamental movement and ball skills. The 20-minute game that follows the initial skill session is played on one third of a full sized court, by teams of four, with the emphasis on eaqual participation. Modified equipment is used.

Year 3-4 Programme

The focus on this age group is to develop further skills, while still playing on a reduced court size with modified equipment. the format promotes lots of scoring, lots of touches of the ball and fun for all participants. With five players in each team and rotating posistions, this ensures everyone has an equal chance to develop.

Parents Code of Behaviour

If children are interested, encourage and support them to play.

If you disagree with an official, raise the issue via appropriate channels rather than question the official's judgment and honesty in public.

Recognise and value the importance of coaches and other volunteers, who give their time and resources to provide Netball. they deserve support.

Teach children that effort is as important as victory, so that the result of each game is accepted without undue disappointment.

Encourage children to play to the rules and respect umpires' decisions.

Support the removal of verbal and physical abuse from the game.

Lead by example

Children learn by taking risks and making mistakes, encourage and support this.

Applaud good play by players on both teams.

Remember children are involved in Netball for their enjoyment, not yours.

Avoid forcing children to play if reluctant.