The service

Active Dads is a community based initiative that creates opportunities for fathers to strengthen their bonds with their young children. Active Dads runs a range of regular, free public events, including:

kite flying at local parks
treasure hunts
beach trips
10pin bowling.

All events are suitable for children younger than 10.

Active Dads also provides regular dads–only evenings that focus on fostering open conversations, creating peer relationships and increasing parenting capabilities.

Active Dads events occur 1–2 times a month, usually during weekends. Attendance is free and prospective attendees are encouraged to contact their local office to have their name added to the Active Dads mailing list so they never miss an event.

Availability

Blenheim & Marlborough
Nelson

Who to contact

Blenheim & Marlborough
E: blenheim@barnardos.org.nz
P: (03) 578 6491

Nelson
E: nelson@barnardos.org.nz
P: (03) 539 0019