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30 April

NEW

Makino Swim School Levels Up

From first splashes to confident swimmers, Makino Aquatic Centre’s Swim School continues to deliver high-quality lessons for local families and now it has a fresh...

28 April

NEW! Weekend Aqua Fitness Classes

Did you know that exercising in water can provide twelve times the resistance of air, making even familiar movements far more effective for...

24 April

Splashing Holiday Success

Splashes, music, and plenty of smiles set the scene at Makino Aquatic Centre’s Easter Pool Party, with 200 attendees turning out for a high-energy day of holiday...

31 March

Tail-Wagging Excitement!

Get ready for wagging tails and splashes as Dogs in Togs makes its highly anticipated return to the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) on Sunday, April 19. For one special day, the...

20 March

Hop Into Easter at the MAC

The Easter Bunny has traded carrots for swim goggles, and he is hopping into the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) to make these April school holidays...

18 March

Bringing a Wave of Fun to Family Fun Day!

Who says the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) fun is only for the pool? This Sunday, 22 March, from 10am – 1pm, the MAC team is taking the splash to...

27 February

Supervision Saves Lives

Drowning is fast and silent, no splashing, no shouting, just seconds. Which is why active supervision is essential whenever children are in the water. At the...

25 February

No Fuss, Just Swim

For busy families, professionals, and anyone trying to stick to their fitness goals, making time for swimming can sometimes feel like a...

19 February

Summer Bash Makes a Splash!

Beach balls were bouncing, music was pumping, and laughter was heard around the indoor pools as the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) turned up the fun over the January school...

30 January

Back to School, Healthy and Active

As the school year begins, families are settling back into routines early mornings, busy schedules and full days. It’s a great time to support wellbeing, build...

22 December

Dive Into Emergency Readiness!

This January, Makino Aquatic Centre is helping kids and families learn how to be ready for anything. As part of Emergency Management Readiness Week from 5–11 January...

17 December

Cool Off & Soak Up the Fun!

Summer Bash is a brand new, family friendly event that will be adding extra fun to the summer season in the Manawatū District. Held on Thursday 22...