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Clubs and Societies
Whakatane offers a vibrant sports community with a wide range of sports clubs, affiliated clubs, and societies to cater to various interests and ages. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or someone looking to get active, make new friends, and have fun, there's a club for you. Check out the diverse selection below and find the perfect fit for your interests! Getting involved in a sports club or society is not only a great way to stay physically active but also a wonderful opportunity to connect with others who share similar interests and have fun together. So, dive into the diverse sports scene in Whakatane, find a club that suits you, and enjoy an active and fulfilling lifestyle!
Featured Clubs and Societies Listings
MENZ SHED WHAKATANE
Menz Shed Whakatane is a communal workshop where men can gather for company, share tools and skills, and work on personal and community projects, and enjoy each other's company.
NON OLYMPIC CYCLISTS WHAKATANE
Join the ultimate fusion of fitness, friendship, and caffeine kicks with our social cycling and coffee crew based right here in Whakatane!
ŌHOPE BEACH GOLF LINKS
Ōhope Beach Golf Links. Enjoy panoramic whilst playing on Ōhope's beautiful yet challenging links course.
ŌHOPE CHARTERED CLUB
The Ōhope Chartered Club is a sports and social club for locals and visitors and is a member of the Clubs of New Zealand.
SKIPPERS RESTAURANT
Skippers Restaurant at the Whakatane Sportfishing Club offers outstanding quality with generous servings.
SPORTS CLUBS & SOCIETIES
Find contact details, website links and information about local sporting clubs, societies, community organisations and support groups.
WHAKATANE CAMERA CLUB
The Whakatāne Camera Club welcomes enquiries from photographers of all levels. Members range in ability from beginners to experienced enthusiasts with a wealth of photographic knowledge.
WHAKATANE GOLF CLUB
The Whakatane Golf Club. A true test of golf on one of the most picturesque and well-groomed courses in the Bay of Plenty region.
WHAKATANE OBSERVATORY | ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY
Whakatane Observatory and Astronomical Society, the only Observatory / Planetarium in Whakatane.
WHAKATANE RSA
Open to members, their guest and affiliated club members. Enjoy a game of snooker on our full-size tables or a game of darts.
WHAKATANE SPORTFISHING CLUB
Whakatane Sportfishing Club offerS stunning views, Two Bars, Skippers Restaurant, Private Function & Conference Facilities and much more.
Clubs and Societies Listings
APANUI SALTMARSH CARE GROUP
The Apanui Saltmarsh Care Group meets on the second Saturday of every month to pick up rubbish around the Apanui Saltmarsh, including Ocean Playground, the Skate Park and the Warren Cole Walkway.
Contact: Colin Harrison
Phone: 07 308 7974
New volunteers are welcome.
AWATAPU OTAMAKAOKAO KAITIAKI TRUST
Planting and clean up days along the Awatapu Lagoon. We meet once a month if anyone is interested they can contact us on facebook.
BASKETBALL CLUBS WHAKATANE
Welcome to the Basketball in Whakatane.
Primary & Intermediate EBOP Basketball Comp commences Term 2. Secondary EBOP Basketball Comp commences Term 2. Senior Eastern Eagles Tribal Club Comp commences Term 3.
Boomerang Bags Whakatane
Boomerang Bags Whakatane is about engaging communities, upcycling materials, reducing plastic consumption and fostering sustainable behaviour in Whakatāne, New Zealand!
COAST CARE EASTERN BAY OF PLENTY
Coast Care Eastern Bay of Plenty is a community partnership programme, which uses local knowledge and enthusiasm to restore the form and function of the dunes in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
The Coast Care Coordinator and Coast Care contractors offer advice on reducing and repairing dune damage, help facilitate activities, and supply the volunteers with free resources. The resources include native dune plants, informative brochures, fertilisers and building materials for constructing fences and sand ladders, and of course great morning and afternoon teas on project days!
EDGECUMBE LIONS CLUB
Chartered in 1964 we have been around a while serving Edgecumbe & surrounding rural areas, you just have a look around town to see the many projects that we have completed over the years.
Lions is an International Service Club for men & women, working together to raise funds to benefit our local community, It is about serving our community giving something back but at the same time enjoying the experience, fun and fellowship.
If you are interested in joining this dynamic and enthusiastic organisation then give us a call.
HeART SPACE STUDIO
HeART Space Studio Whakatane offer a range of workshops, afterschool & homeschool art classes, & events for the community. The freedom to express. Love what you do, share what you love. A space to run whatever it may be that you want to express.
HISTORICAL SABRE FENCING
HEMA Fencing Whakatane
5.45pm Monday at Stage Door Productions, 41 Gateway Drive, Whakatane.
Learn sabre, broadsword and spadroon fencing from the Napoleonic area.
We are a small group of enthusiasts studying and teaching fencing from the 1800s.
If you want to challenge your mind and body with a new skill, then come and join us.
KART SPORT EASTERN BAY OF PLENTY
The Eastern Bay Of Plenty Kart Club is situated at the Edgecumbe Domain.
The track is 562m
NO DOGS allowed - Even on practice days!
LIONS CLUB OHOPE BEACH
Ohope Lions Club run a garage sale at the Lions Shed, Port Ohope Wharf, on the first Sunday of every month. For garage sale donation enquires, please call Pete on 07 312 5042.
We are a group of Ohope men and women who are passionate about serving our community.
We hold fundraising events and put the proceeds towards worthy community causes through Lions projects, donations and sponsorship.
We serve because we love our Ohope community and it feels great to help people out. If that's something you're interested in, get in touch. New members are always welcome.
OPOTIKI LIONS CLUB
Chartered in 1967 we have been around a while serving Opotiki & surrounding areas, you just have a look around town to see the many projects that we have completed over the years.
Lions is an International Service Club for men & women, working together to raise funds to benefit our local community, It is about serving our community giving something back but at the same time enjoying the experience, fun and fellowship.
If you are interested in joining this dynamic and enthusiastic organisation then give our membership coordinator a call.
ROTARY CLUB OF WHAKATANE
Rotary joins together dedicated men and women who share a passion for community service and friendship.
Rotary in New Zealand and the Pacific includes New Zealand, American Samoa, Cook Islands, Fiji, French Polynesia, Kiribati, New Caledonia, Norfolk Island, Samoa, Tonga and Vanuatu.
TANEATUA LIONS CLUB
Chartered in 1967 we have been around a while serving Taneatua & surrounding rural areas, you just have a look around town to see the many projects that we have completed over the years.
Lions is an International Service Club for men & women, working together to raise funds to benefit our local community, It is about serving our community giving something back but at the same time enjoying the experience, fun and fellowship.
If you are interested in joining this dynamic and enthusiastic organisation then give our membership coordinator a call.
WHAKATANE - KOPEOPEO LIONS CLUB
Chartered in 1961 we have been around a while serving Whakatane, you just have a look around town to see the many projects that we have completed over the years.
Lions is about serving our community giving something back but at the same time enjoying the experience, fun and fellowship.
If you are interested in joining this dynamic and enthusiastic organisation then give one of the members a call.
Ray Marks - President on 07 307 1578 or Heather Baker - Secretary on 07 308 2591
WHAKATANE ARCHERY CLUB
Welcome to the Whakatane Archery Club.
A great sport to learn the skills of target archery. Suitable for ages 10 years and above.
WHAKATANE ARTS AND CRAFTS CLUBS
Embroiderer's guild, creative stitchers - 312 5499
Lacemakers - 308 7241
WHAKATANE BADMINTON CLUB
Welcome to the Whakatane Badminton Club.
Morning club: Feb to Nov
Tuesday 9.30am to 11.30am
Juniors & High School
School Terms 2 & 3:
Tuesday: 6pm- 8pm
Seniors: Feb to Nov
Thursday 7.00pm-9.00pm
High School players welcome to join seniors
Contact Jan on 3087107
Racquets supplied at Rex Morpeth Stadium
WHAKATANE BOWLS LAWN CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Lawn Blows Club.
For more info for other local clubs.
Whakatane Bowling Club - 20 Merritt St, Whakatane 3158 - 07 308 8437
Edgecumbe Outdoor Bowlings - Kowhai Street Edgecumbe - 304 9142 or 304 8370
Kawerau Bowling Club Inc - Plunket Street Kawerau - 323 6144
WHAKATANE COMMUNITY TOY LIBRARY
The Whakatane Community Toy Library is located within James Street School Whakatane. Access the Toy Library via Henderson Street where there is plenty of room to park and walk to the Toy Library room.
A Toy Library operates like a book library. By joining and becoming a member you are entitled to hire toys, games, and puzzles for a period of 2 weeks (4 weeks if living rurally).
Visit the Whakatane Community Toy Library on Facebook.
WHAKATANE COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB
Whakatane Country Music Club meet every second Sunday at the Caledonian Hall. Come down for a great afternoon of entertainment there will be a guest artist every club day. Click here for more information
WHAKATANE CRICKET CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Cricket Clubs page, here you will find local information and contacts for Cricket Clubs in our district. If you have any information to add or change please contact us so we can keep information as up to date as possible.
For more info about other local Cricket Clubs see the listings below:
WHAKATANE CROQUET CLUB
Whakatane Croquet Club invite new players to come along and learn the Game of Croquet.
Starting times are Sunday 1pm and Wednesday at 9.30am are club days . You would need to arrive 30 mins before games commence, so we can set you up.
The only requirement is flat soled shoes, we have the mallets and other equipment. Come along and try.
Contact the Club Captain on 073125593 or Secretary on 0212540452.
WHAKATANE CYCLING CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Cycling Clubs.
For more Info about other local clubs.
Eastern Bay BMX Club - 308 0321
Eastern Bay Cycling Club - Cycle Center - 308 8663
WHAKATANE DANCERS
We are dancing all sorts of Latin dances. Salsa, Bachata, Rumba, Cha Cha, Paso doble, Samba, Jive.
Solo dance classes and partner dance classes. We have been dancing in Whakatane since June 2021.
WHAKATANE EQUESTRIAN CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Equestrian Clubs.
For more info about other local Equestrian Clubs.
Opotiki Pony Club, "Sybton" - 315 7541
Pony Club Kawerau - 323 8970
WHAKATANE EXERCISE CLASSES
Looking for Exercise Classes in Whakatane? Whether you are looking for an aerobic workout, boxing, strengthening or swimming, you can find local information on the right exercise class for you via the links below.
Whakatane Aquatic Centre
Sunny Gymz
Kathryn's Pilates
WHAKATANE FISHING CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Fishing Clubs.
For more Info about other local Fishing Clubs.
Kawerau Anglers Club - 13 Hall Street Kawerau - 323 8898
Waihau Bay Sports Fishing Club, Opotiki - 325 3682
Whakatane Sports Fishing Club, Whakatane - 307 0334
WHAKATANE GARDENING CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Gardening Clubs.
Bromeliad Collections Care Group - rossfergusson@xtra.co.nz
Whakatane Garden Club - 07 308 6738
Otakiri and Kawerau Gardening Club - c/-5 Boss Road Kawerau - 07-7 8554135
Opotiki Garden Club - 07 315 4814
WHAKATANE GYMNASTICS CLUB
Welcome to the Whakatane Gymnastics Club.
We have many different classes including preschool, older children and adults gymnastics. Please ask for prices on enquiry as we have different prices for different classes.
WHAKATANE HOCKEY CLUB
Central Bay Hockey
Contact:William Searle
Phone:021 192 2713
Website:www.sportsground.co.nz/cbopha
All year round competition. Ages 5 years to senior. Social and competitive grades.
Venue: Stadium Horizon, Brabant St, Whakatane
Date: Contact for further information
Time:
WHAKATANE INDOOR BOWLS
Welcome to the Whakatane Indoor Bowls Club.
For more info on other local clubs.
Whakatane Indoor Bowls - 07 307 0254
Edgecumbe Indoor Bowls - 5 Tanekaha Street Edgecumbe - 304 9263
WHAKATANE MARTIAL ARTS CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Marial Arts Clubs.
For more info about local Martial Arts Clubs.
Whakatane Judo Club - Contact Kevin Mackey 021 223 2927
Jow Ga Kung Fu - Whakatane. 027 576 4695
WHAKATANE MODEL AIRCRAFT CLUB
They are a diverse group of model aircraft pilots and, weather permitting, fly every Wednesday and Sunday.
WHAKATANE MUSIC CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Music Clubs.
Whakatane Music Society - 8 Walter Park Whakatane - 07 308 8661
Whakatane Community Orchestra - 8 Walter Park Whakatane - 07 308 8661
Jacararda Jazz Combo - 8 Walter Park Whakatane - 07 308 8661
Edgecumbe Choir - PO Box 630 Whakatane - 07 308 0215
WHAKATANE PILATES CLUBS
Whakatane has a range of Pilates & Pilates Reformer Classes available to suit your needs. See one of the experienced Pilates providers listed below.
Kathryn's Pilates Studio
21 Quay Street, Whakatane
Pilates Reformer, Pilates, Personal Training
Click here for more information
West End Pilates - Venue: Ohope Surf Life Saving Club, Mair St, Ohope
Date: Monday (during school term)
Time: 8.30am
WHAKATANE RIDING FOR THE DISABLED
Eastern Bay Of Plenty Riding For The Disabled is a part of a long established voluntary organisation and generous community support it can continue to deliver a wonderful service to the community.
Our riding clients range from pre-schools to 58 yrs. they benefit from fun filled and challenging therapeutic riding programme specifically designed for each rider.
The Programmes help children and adults with disabilities to develop a love of horse riding while gaining self-confidence, social skills and physical strength.
WHAKATANE ROD AND CUSTOM CLUB
Meetings When: First Monday of the month (unless this falls on a public holiday, then it rolls over to the Tuesday night)
Where: Paul Road, Between Awakeri and Te Teko
Time: 7.30pm
Membership Requirements
An interest in Hot Rodding. Ideally you will have a car (or a project), but this is not essential. Members must attend a minimum of 3 meetings per year.
Intending members must attend 3 consecutive meetings, then apply in writing to the club before membership will be considered.
Social membership is also available.
WHAKATANE ROLLER DERBY
Welcome to the Whakatane Roller Derby Club.
Venue: Whakatane War Memorial Hall Sports Stadium, Short St, Whakatane
Date: Wednesday night
Time: 6.30pm-8.30pm
All genders welcome. Ages from intermediate upwards to Adults
WHAKATANE ROWING CLUB
The Whakatane Rowing Club (WRC) is situated on the banks of the Whakatane River offering a circuit of 20km of fantastic rowing water.
Whakatane Rowing Club has been producing outstanding rowers for over 100 years. At present we cater for ‘Learn to Row’ , Masters & School Age at levels from social to future elite rowers.
WHAKATANE RUGBY UNION CLUBS
Welcome to the Whakatane Rugby Union Clubs.
More info about other local Rugby Union Clubs
Edgecumbe Sports Club Inc - Collage Road Edgecumbe -304 9507
Kawerau Rugby Sports & Cultural Club - Waterhouse Street Kawerau - 323 8023
Paroa Rugby & Sports Club Inc - 30 Huna Road - 308 8491
WHAKATANE SHAKE ALL NATIONS YOUTH
Whakatane Shake all Nations Youth, also known as SANY, is a Christian organization, run by the Shake all Nations Church.
We meet every Thursday night during the school terms, at 6:30 - 8:30 at the Knox Church, 83 Domain Road Whakatane.
All High school students, year groups 9-13 are welcome!
Come along for food, games, and fellowship.
WHAKATANE SOFTBALL CLUB
Whakatane softball club. Formore info cotact 95 McGarvey Rd Whktn 07-308-6414
WHAKATANE TABLE TENNIS CLUB
Whakatane Table Tennis Club
Season runs from May to September.
Contact:Jocelyn Jones
Phone:07 3125930
Venue: Ohope Hall, Bluett Park, Ohope
Date: Thursday (May-September)
Time: 7.00pm
WHAKATANE TENNIS CLUB
At the Whakatane Tennis Club, we love tennis!
Our club offers a variety of social and competitive tennis events for players of all ages and abilities. Come and have a look and join the fun!
Daily use of 10 Astrograss courts up until 9.30pm
All courts have floodlights (a small fee applies)
3 organised Club days:
- Wed 9.30am -12.00pm
- Thurs 6.00pm - 8.00pm
- Sat 12.30pm - 4.00pm
WHAKATANE TOWN AFC
The Whakatane Town AFC was established in 1954 and is the leading football club in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. The club has won several league titles over the years as well as having the largest junior membership for a football club in the Bay of Plenty.
The AFC Clubrooms can accommodate up to 100 guests and are available for venue hire. The perfect location for your next function. Click here for more information about hiring the Whakatane AFC Clubrooms.
WHAKATANE TROUT FISHING CLUB
Welcome to the Whakatane Trout Fishing Club. Founded in 1956 to promote freshwater fishing in the Eastern Bay of Plenty.
WHAKATANE ZUMBA
A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.
Zumba classes for all fitness levels are available. View more information on the Whakatane Sports Club & Societies page.
ZONTA WHAKATANE
Zonta is a Service group for Women, empowering women through service & advocacy. The Whakatane Club was chartered in June 2019 and currently meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
For more details contact our Club President: Deborah Woollett, Ph 021370166. Vice President: Tracie Mackey Ph 0272240757
Email: zontawhakatane@gmail.com
Clubs and Societies Map
Sports Clubs
Stay active and make friends by joining one of Whakatāne’s many sports clubs. From rugby and netball to cricket and swimming, these groups cater to all ages and skill levels.
Arts and Cultural Societies
Explore your creative side by engaging with arts, music, or cultural organisations. Participate in workshops, performances, or exhibitions while meeting like-minded individuals.
Hobby Groups
From gardening and photography to chess and book clubs, Whakatāne has a variety of hobby groups to spark your interests. These clubs provide a platform to share knowledge and enjoy your passions with others.
Community and Service Organisations
Make a difference by joining community-focused groups that work to improve Whakatāne and its surrounding areas. These organisations often focus on fundraising, environmental initiatives, or social support.
Youth and Family-Oriented Societies
Many clubs cater specifically to youth and families, offering programmes that encourage learning, teamwork, and fun activities in a safe environment.
Get involved in Whakatāne’s rich community life by finding a club or society that matches your interests and values.
